C1 adjective /ˈsɔːrdɪd/

sordid

可耻的

Meaning

involving immoral or dishonorable actions; dirty or unpleasant

Example

The newspaper exposed the politician's sordid past.

报纸曝光了那位政治家的可耻过去。

C2 verb /ˈseɪʃiˌeɪt/

satiate

满足

Meaning

To satisfy fully, especially with food or desire.

Example

The large meal satiated his hunger.

丰盛的餐食满足了他的饥饿。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/

ingrained

根深蒂固

Meaning

Firmly fixed or established; deeply rooted and difficult to change.

Example

His ingrained habits were hard to break.

他的根深蒂固的习惯很难改变。

A2 noun /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

invitation

幸福

Meaning

a written or spoken request to attend an event or to participate in something

Example

She sent me an invitation to her wedding.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 noun /ˈkætəˌklɪzəm/

cataclysm

灾难

Meaning

A sudden and violent event that causes great destruction or upheaval.

Example

The earthquake was a cataclysm that reshaped the city.

地震是一个重新塑造城市的灾难。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

冰冷的; 极冷的; 敌对的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

冰冷的风让每个人都颤抖。

C2 noun /kænˈtoʊnmənt/

Cantonment

军营

Meaning

a military base or permanent military station

Example

The soldiers lived in the cantonment outside the city.

士兵们住在城市外的军营里。

C1 noun /ˈpræɡmətɪst/

pragmatist

实用主义者

Meaning

A person who deals with things in a practical and realistic way.

Example

He is a true pragmatist who values results over ideals.

他是一个真正的实用主义者，他更看重结果而非理想。

A1 noun neɪmz

Names

名字

Meaning

A word or set of words by which a person or thing is known.

Example

Names of family members are written on the family tree.

家庭成员的名字写在家谱上。

C1 noun ˈredʒ.ɪ.strɑːr

registrar

注册员

Meaning

An official responsible for keeping records or registers.

Example

The registrar oversees all administrative tasks.

注册员负责所有行政任务的监督。

B2 adjective /ˈstɛdi/

steady

稳定

Meaning

firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly

Example

He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.

他在画画时保持手稳定。

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

先前的

Meaning

existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier

Example

You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.

在对系统进行任何修改之前，你需要事先获得批准。

C2 noun dɪsˈbɜːs.mənt

disbursement

支付

Meaning

The payment of money from a fund.

Example

The company's disbursement of salaries was delayed.

公司的工资支付被延迟了。

C1 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪmər/

glimmer

微弱的闪光

Meaning

A faint or wavering light; to shine with a faint light.

Example

A glimmer of hope shone in her eyes.

她眼中闪烁着希望的光芒。

B2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

管理员

Meaning

a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project

Example

The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.

管理员访问了教室以检查进展。

C1 noun /ˈeɪθiɪzəm/

atheism

无神论

Meaning

The belief that there is no God or gods.

Example

He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.

他在社会压力下公开宣称自己的无神论。

B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

脚链

Meaning

a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle

Example

She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.

她在左脚上戴着一个漂亮的银脚链。

C1 noun /pləˈsiːboʊ/

placebo

安慰剂

Meaning

a substance with no therapeutic effect, used as a control in testing new drugs

Example

The patient was given a placebo to compare the effect of the real drug.

患者被给了一个安慰剂，以比较真实药物的效果。

C1 noun /ˈsɪvɪks/

civics

公民教育

Meaning

the study of the rights and duties of citizens and how government works

Example

Civics helps students understand their responsibilities as citizens.

公民教育帮助学生理解作为公民的责任。

A2 noun ˈkɜːrɪdʒ

courage

勇气

Meaning

The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.

Example

Courage is essential in the face of challenges.

面对挑战时勇气至关重要。

C1 noun ˌdiː.sen.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

decentralization

分权

Meaning

The transfer of authority from central to local government.

Example

Decentralization promotes regional autonomy.

分权促进区域自治。

A2 noun /tʃɜːrtʃ/

church

教堂

Meaning

a building used for public Christian worship

Example

The old church in the village was built in the 18th century.

村里的古老教堂建于18世纪。

Meaning

to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow

Example

The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.

C1 noun ˈiː.θɒs

ethos

文化、时代或社区的特征精神

Meaning

The characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations.

Example

The company's ethos is built on innovation and integrity.

公司的文化精神建立在创新和诚信之上。

A2 noun dɪˈvaɪs

device

设备, 工具, 电子设备

Meaning

A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment.

Example

This device improves efficiency in data processing.

该设备提高了数据处理的效率。

B2 noun /ədˈvɛntʃərər/

adventurer

冒险家

Meaning

a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places

Example

The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins.

这位冒险家深入丛林寻找古老的遗迹。

C1 noun /ˈpæstər/

pastor

牧师

Meaning

a minister in charge of a Christian church or congregation

Example

The pastor delivered a heartfelt sermon on compassion.

牧师讲了一场充满同情的讲道。

C2 noun /ˌmɪsˈnoʊmər/

misnomer

错误的名字

Meaning

A wrong or inaccurate name or designation.

Example

Calling the tiny dog a 'giant' is a misnomer.

称呼这只小狗为“巨人”是一个错误的名字。

C2 verb /məˈlɪŋɡər/

malinger

装病

Meaning

to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work

Example

He tried to malinger to avoid going to school.

他试图装病以逃避上学。

C2 noun /ˈtrɪmnəs/

trimness

整洁

Meaning

the quality of being neat, orderly, or slender and well-proportioned

Example

Her room’s trimness reflected a habit of putting everything back in its place.

她房间的整洁反映出她总是把东西放回原位的习惯。

B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

分析

Meaning

to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions

Example

Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.

科学家分析数据以发现新模式。

C2 noun /ɡɜːrθ/

girth

周长

Meaning

the measurement around the middle of something, especially a person's waist or a tree trunk

Example

The tree's girth measured nearly five feet.

树的周长测量接近五英尺。

C1 adverb /ˈfɜː.vənt.li/

Fervently

热情地; 激情地;

Meaning

with passionate intensity; ardently; with great emotion or enthusiasm

Example

She fervently hoped that her dreams would come true.

她热情地希望她的梦想能成真。

C1 noun /ˈrɛɡjəleɪtər/

regulator

调节器

Meaning

a person or device that controls or maintains the operation of a system

Example

The government appointed a new regulator for the financial sector.

政府为金融部门任命了新的调节器。

C1 adjective /ˈrɛzənənt/

resonant

共鸣的

Meaning

Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.

Example

The resonant voice of the speaker filled the hall.

演讲者那共鸣的声音充满了大厅。

C2 noun /ˈɛpɪˌsaɪkl/

epicycle

外行星环

Meaning

a small circle whose center moves around the circumference of a larger one, used in ancient astronomy

Example

The concept of the epicycle was used to explain planetary motion.

外行星环的概念被用来解释行星的运动。

A2 adjective /maɪˈnuːt/

Minute

极小的; 微小的; 详细的; 精确的

Meaning

extremely small; tiny; detailed; precise

Example

The scientist examined minute details under the microscope.

科学家在显微镜下检查了微小的细节。

C1 adjective /ˈfaɪ.naɪt/

Finite

有限的; 有边界的

Meaning

limited; having bounds or limits; not infinite

Example

Earth has finite natural resources.

地球有有限的自然资源。

C2 adjective /əˈθɜːrst/

athirst

渴望, 渴求

Meaning

Very eager or desirous for something.

Example

The explorer was athirst for adventure.

探险家渴望冒险。

B1 noun/verb /əˈwɔːrd/

award

奖项

Meaning

a prize or recognition given for an achievement; to give a prize or recognition

Example

She received an award for her outstanding performance.

她因出色的表现获得了奖项。

C1 adjective /ˈsaɪt.ləs/

Sightless

盲目; 无视力

Meaning

unable to see; blind; lacking vision

Example

The sightless man navigated the street with his guide dog.

盲人带着他的导盲犬穿过街道。

C2 noun /ˈlæki/

lackey

侍从

Meaning

a person who is overly willing to serve or obey someone else

Example

He treated his assistant like a mere lackey.

他把助手当作一个普通的侍从对待。

B1 noun /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

examination

考试

Meaning

a formal test of knowledge or ability

Example

She is preparing for her final examination.

她正在为她的期末考试做准备。

C1 noun /ˈsəʊdiəm/

sodium

钠

Meaning

a soft, silver-white chemical element that is highly reactive and found in salt.

Example

Sodium is an essential element for maintaining fluid balance in the body.

钠是维持体内液体平衡的必需元素。

B1 noun /slaɪd/

Slide

滑梯

Meaning

a smooth surface for sliding down; a piece of playground equipment

Example

The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the park.

孩子们在公园的滑梯上玩得很开心。

C2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɡɜːrd/

undergird

支持，强化

Meaning

to provide support or foundation for; to strengthen

Example

Strong values undergird a healthy society.

强大的价值观支撑着一个健康的社会。

C1 noun /ˈɡlɒs.ər.i/

Glossary

术语表

Meaning

an alphabetical list of terms in a particular domain of knowledge with explanations; a brief dictionary

Example

The textbook includes a helpful glossary at the end to define technical terms.

教科书的末尾有一个有用的术语表，用来定义技术术语。

C1 noun /ˈmævərɪk/

maverick

特立独行的人

Meaning

An unorthodox or independent-minded person.

Example

The maverick scientist challenged established theories.

这位独立思考的科学家挑战了既定理论。

C1 adjective /məˈtɜːrnəl/

Maternal

母亲的; 母性

Meaning

relating to a mother; motherly

Example

She showed maternal care towards the orphan child.

她对孤儿表现出母亲般的关爱。

B2 verb /drɪft/

drift

漂移

Meaning

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

Example

The boat began to drift away from the shore.

船开始从岸边漂移。

C2 noun /kænt/

cant

虚伪的话

Meaning

Hypocritical and insincere talk, especially about moral or religious principles.

Example

The politician's speech was filled with cant about honesty and integrity.

政治家的演讲充满了关于诚实和正直的虚伪话语。

B1 adjective /ˈæktʃuəl/

actual

实际的

Meaning

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

Example

The actual cost was higher than expected.

实际成本高于预期。

C2 adjective kaɪˈmɛr.ɪ.kəl

chimerical

幻想的，不现实的

Meaning

Illusory or impossible to achieve; existing only in imagination.

Example

His chimerical ideas often baffled realists.

他的幻想的想法常常让现实主义者困惑。

C1 adjective ˈek.wɪ.tə.bəl

equitable

公平的

Meaning

Fair and impartial

Example

Equitable AI ensures fairness in technology use.

公平的人工智能确保了技术使用中的公平性。

C2 noun /ˈɛpɪɡræm/

epigram

警句

Meaning

A short, witty saying or poem that expresses an idea in a clever way.

Example

Oscar Wilde was famous for his sharp epigrams.

奥斯卡·王尔德因其犀利的警句而闻名。

B1 noun /ˈhændˌraɪ.tɪŋ/

handwriting

手写字

Meaning

the style or manner of writing by hand.

Example

Her handwriting is very neat and easy to read.

她的手写字非常整齐，容易阅读。

B1 noun /blaʊz/

Blouse

女衬衫

Meaning

a woman's loose upper garment resembling a shirt

Example

She wore a beautiful silk blouse to the party.

她穿着一件美丽的丝绸女衬衫参加派对。

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

监管；调节；规范；控制

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

政府对食品安全进行监管。

C1 noun /əˌfɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

affiliation

隶属关系

Meaning

The state or process of affiliating or being affiliated; a connection or association.

Example

His affiliation with the company lasted for a decade.

他与公司的隶属关系持续了十年。

C1 noun /kwæk/

Quack

江湖医生

Meaning

a person who pretends to be a doctor but has no medical training; the sound a duck makes

Example

People should be careful not to trust medical advice from a quack.

人们应该小心不要相信一个江湖医生的医疗建议。

B2 adjective /stɜːrn/

Stern

严格的；严厉的

Meaning

serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe

Example

The teacher gave the students a stern warning about cheating.

老师给学生们关于作弊的严厉警告。

A2 adjective /smɑːrt/

Smart

聪明的; 机智的; 穿着得体的; 时尚的

Meaning

intelligent; quick-witted; well-dressed; stylish

Example

She made a smart decision to invest in technology stocks.

她做出了一个聪明的决定，投资于科技股票。

C2 noun /əˈsɛt.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

asceticism

禁欲主义, 自律

Meaning

The practice of severe self-discipline and abstaining from indulgence, typically for religious or spiritual reasons.

Example

Asceticism has been a part of many religious traditions throughout history.

禁欲主义是许多宗教传统的一部分，贯穿历史。

B1 adjective /ˈsɔːlti/

Salty

咸的

Meaning

having the taste of salt; containing salt; tasting of seawater

Example

The salty ocean water made her thirsty.

咸海水让她口渴。

A1 verb /sɔ/

saw

用锯子切

Meaning

to cut with a saw; to use a cutting tool

Example

The carpenter saws the wood into pieces.

木匠将木头切成小块。

C1 verb /rɪˈtælieɪt/

retaliate

报复

Meaning

to make an attack in return for a similar attack

Example

The army retaliated after the enemy attack.

军队在敌人的攻击后进行了报复。

B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

产量

Meaning

The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.

Example

Climate change reduces agricultural output.

气候变化减少农业产量。

B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻觉

Meaning

a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief

Example

The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.

魔术师创造了一个壮观的幻觉，使得大象看起来像消失了一样。

C1 verb /swɜːrv/

swerve

突然转向

Meaning

to change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something

Example

The car swerved to avoid the dog.

汽车为了避免撞到狗而突然转向。

A2 noun /ˈmʌŋki/

Monkey

猴子

Meaning

a primate mammal that typically has a long tail and lives in trees

Example

The monkey swung from branch to branch in the jungle.

猴子在丛林里从一根树枝荡到另一根。

C2 adjective /ˈfjuːzəbl/

fusible

可熔化的

Meaning

Capable of being melted or fused.

Example

The engineer used a fusible alloy in the experiment.

工程师在实验中使用了可熔化的合金。

C2 noun /ˈtaɪroʊ/

tyro

新手

Meaning

A beginner or novice in a field or activity.

Example

As a tyro in programming, she needed constant guidance.

作为编程的新手，她需要不断的指导。

C2 noun /ˈlɔɪtərər/

loiterer

在某地漫无目的闲逛的人

Meaning

A person who lingers aimlessly in a place without purpose.

Example

The police questioned the loiterer outside the store.

警察在商店外询问了洛伊特勒。

C2 adjective /ɪɡˈnoʊ.bəl/

Ignoble

卑鄙; 可耻; 不光彩

Meaning

dishonorable; not noble in character; base or mean

Example

His ignoble actions betrayed his friends' trust.

他卑鄙的行为背叛了朋友的信任。

C1 noun ˈɛf.lu.ənt

effluent

废水或污染的液体

Meaning

Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea.

Example

Factory effluent contaminates nearby rivers and lakes.

工厂废水污染附近的河流和湖泊。

B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

指示

Meaning

to teach; to give directions

Example

The teacher instructed the students carefully.

老师仔细地指示了学生。

C1 verb /əˈfɪks/

affix

附加 / 粘贴

Meaning

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

Example

Please affix the stamp to the envelope.

请将邮票粘在信封上。

B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

钦佩

Meaning

a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something

Example

She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.

她对老师的奉献充满了钦佩。

A2 noun /brʌʃ/

Brush

刷子

Meaning

a tool with bristles used for cleaning, painting, or grooming

Example

I brush my teeth every morning with a soft brush.

我每天早上用软刷刷牙。

C1 noun /ˈredʒ.ɪ.mən/

regimen

为促进或恢复健康而规定的治疗、生活方式或饮食方案

Meaning

A prescribed course of medical treatment, way of life, or diet for the promotion or restoration of health.

Example

A strict exercise regimen improves overall fitness.

严格的锻炼方案改善了整体健康。

B1 adverb /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl.i/

Practically

实际上; 几乎; 几乎

Meaning

in a practical manner; almost; nearly

Example

The project is practically finished.

这个项目几乎完成。

A1 verb /kætʃ/

catch

接住

Meaning

to grab something that is moving; to get a disease; to understand

Example

Can you catch the ball I'm throwing?

你能接住我扔的球吗？

B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

引人注目的

Meaning

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

Example

She gave a compelling speech about climate change.

她就气候变化发表了引人注目的演讲。

C2 adjective /ˈslʌvənli/

slovenly

邋遢

Meaning

Untidy or careless in appearance, habits, or work.

Example

His slovenly appearance made a bad impression at the interview.

他的邋遢外表在面试中留下了不好的印象。

C2 noun /mɪlk raɪs/

Milk rice

牛奶饭

Meaning

A sweet dessert made from rice cooked with milk and sugar

Example

My grandmother makes delicious milk rice for special occasions.

我的祖母为特殊场合做美味的牛奶饭。

C1 adjective /ˈwɪntri/

wintry

冬季的

Meaning

Characteristic of or suitable for winter; cold and bleak.

Example

The wintry wind made everyone shiver as they walked outside.

冬季的风让所有人在外面走路时颤抖。

B2 adverb /ˈʌltəmətli/

ultimately

最终

Meaning

in the end, after everything else

Example

Ultimately, we decided to go ahead with the project.

最终，我们决定继续推进该项目。

C2 noun /ˈændaɪərn/

andiron

金属木柴支架

Meaning

a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs

Example

The logs rested on the andirons in the old fireplace.

木柴安放在旧壁炉的安迪龙上。

C1 adjective /bəˈroʊk/

baroque

巴洛克风格

Meaning

relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of art, architecture, or music from the 17th and early 18th centuries; excessively elaborate or complex

Example

The church was decorated in a baroque style with intricate details.

教堂以复杂的巴洛克风格装饰，细节繁复。

A2 adjective /ˈnæʃənəl/

national

国家的

Meaning

relating to a nation, especially its culture, language, or government

Example

The national anthem was played at the ceremony.

国歌在仪式上播放。

C1 adjective /ˈrɪkɪti/

rickety

摇摇欲坠

Meaning

Poorly made and likely to collapse; shaky.

Example

They crossed a rickety wooden bridge over the river.

他们过了一座摇摇欲坠的木桥。

C2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊdʒɜrn/

sojourn

短暂停留

Meaning

A temporary stay at a place; to stay temporarily

Example

She enjoyed a brief sojourn in Paris during the summer.

她在夏天享受了在巴黎的短暂逗留。

C1 verb/noun /ɡraʊl/

growl

咆哮

Meaning

To make a low, guttural sound, often in anger (by animals or humans).

Example

The dog growled at the stranger.

狗对陌生人咆哮。

B2 noun /ˈmæstəri/

Mastery

精通; 专长;

Meaning

Great skill or expertise in a subject or activity

Example

His mastery of the violin impressed audiences around the world.

他在小提琴上的造诣给全球观众留下了深刻印象。

B2 verb /ɪˈkwɪp/

equip

装备

Meaning

to provide someone or something with the necessary items or skills for a task

Example

The school equipped its students with modern technology.

学校为学生配备了现代科技。

C1 noun ˈɪn.fər.əns

inference

推论

Meaning

A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning; logical deduction.

Example

Scientists make inferences based on experimental data.

科学家根据实验数据做出推论。

C2 verb /bɪˈdɛk/

bedeck

装饰

Meaning

to decorate or adorn something in a showy way

Example

The hall was bedecked with flowers for the wedding.

大厅为婚礼装饰了花卉。

B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

水壶, 大壶

Meaning

a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids

Example

The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.

桌子上的水壶里装满了冰冷的柠檬水。

C2 verb /kənˈdʒiːl/

congeal

凝固

Meaning

to become thick or solid, especially from cooling

Example

The soup began to congeal after being left on the table.

汤开始在桌子上放置后变稠。

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrsənl/

impersonal

非个人化

Meaning

not influenced by, showing, or involving personal feelings; lacking human warmth or emotion

Example

The letter was written in a very impersonal style.

信件是以非常非个人化的风格写的。

C2 noun /jɔːr/

yore

过去

Meaning

Time long past; bygone days.

Example

Legends of yore still inspire people today.

过去的传说至今仍然激励着人们。

C1 verb/noun /skɒtʃ/

scotch

结束 / 苏格兰威士忌

Meaning

to put an end to something; also a type of whisky

Example

The report scotched the rumors of a merger.

报告停止了关于合并的谣言。

B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

门垫

Meaning

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

Example

Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.

请在进入房子之前在门垫上擦脚。

A2 verb /əˈnɔɪ/

annoy

惹恼

Meaning

to irritate or bother someone and make them feel a little angry or uncomfortable

Example

His constant humming started to annoy everyone in the room.

他的持续哼唱开始让房间里的每个人都不耐烦。

C1 adjective পারসিভেবল

perceivable

可察觉的

Meaning

Able to be seen, noticed, or detected.

Example

The changes in winter weather are perceivable in rural areas.

冬季天气的变化在农村地区是可察觉的。

B1 noun /ˈwelˌbiː.ɪŋ/

well-being

福祉

Meaning

The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.

Example

Eye lubrication is crucial for overall well-being.

眼睛的润滑对于整体福祉至关重要。

C1 noun /ˈkætərækt/

cataract

白内障 / 瀑布

Meaning

A medical condition causing clouding of the eye's lens; also a large waterfall.

Example

The old man suffered from cataracts in both eyes.

那位老年人双眼都患有白内障。

C1 verb /rɪˈsiːd/

recede

退去

Meaning

To move back or further away from a previous position.

Example

The floodwaters began to recede after the heavy rain stopped.

暴雨停止后，洪水开始退去。

C2 adjective /ʌnˈsʌlid/

unsullied

无暇

Meaning

not spoiled or made impure; perfectly clean or pure

Example

His reputation remained unsullied despite the accusations.

尽管有指控，他的声誉仍然无暇。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwaɪz/

unwise

不明智

Meaning

Showing poor judgment; not sensible or prudent.

Example

It would be unwise to invest all your money in one company.

把所有的钱都投入一家公司的做法不明智。

对高度的恐惧

Meaning

An extreme or irrational fear of heights.

Example

Her acrophobia prevented her from climbing the tall building.

她的恐高症阻止她爬上高楼。