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C1 noun /spæt/

spat

小争吵
Meaning
a short, petty quarrel or argument
Example
They had a brief spat about who should do the dishes.
他们就谁应该洗碗发生了一个小争吵。
B2 noun kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

商品
Meaning
A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.
Example
Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.
石油是全球市场上有价值的商品。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈkwɪzɪtɪv/

inquisitive

好奇的
Meaning
Curious or eager to learn and ask questions.
Example
The inquisitive child asked endless questions about the stars.
那个好奇的孩子问了关于星星无数的问题。
B2 noun /ˈbɑː.li/

Barley

大麦
Meaning
a cereal grain used for food, brewing beer, and animal feed
Example
The farmer harvested barley from his fields in autumn.
农民在秋天从他的田地里收获了大麦。
B1 noun /ˈel.boʊ/

Elbow

肘部
Meaning
the joint between the forearm and the upper arm
Example
He hurt his elbow while playing tennis.
他在打网球时伤了肘部。
C1 verb /ˈʃɪmər/

shimmer

闪烁
Meaning
To shine with a soft, wavering light.
Example
The lake shimmered under the moonlight.
湖泊在月光下闪烁。
C2 verb /kɒnˈkætəneɪt/

concatenate

连接
Meaning
To link things together in a series or chain.
Example
The program concatenates two strings into one.
程序将两个字符串连接为一个。
A1 adverb /təˈɡeðər/

Together

一起
Meaning
with each other; in unity; at the same time
Example
We should work together to solve this problem.
我们应该一起工作来解决这个问题。
B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

刺激
Meaning
The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.
Example
Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.
刺激减少压力并有助于放松。
C1 noun /ˈpærɪti/

parity

平价
Meaning
the state or condition of being equal, especially in status or pay
Example
The campaign aims to achieve pay parity between men and women.
这项运动旨在实现男女之间的工资平等。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.təˈmɪt.ənt

intermittent

间歇的
Meaning
Happening irregularly, not continuously.
Example
The rain was intermittent throughout the day.
雨整天都间歇不断。
C1 noun /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/

supposition

假设
Meaning
An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.
Example
His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly.
他的计划是基于市场将迅速恢复的假设。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpɛlənt/

repellent

驱虫剂
Meaning
Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.
Example
This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent.
这款乳霜在防蚊方面非常有效。
C2 adjective /splɪˈnɛtɪk/

splenetic

脾气暴躁的，易怒的
Meaning
bad-tempered, irritable, spiteful
Example
His splenetic remarks offended everyone in the room.
他的脾气暴躁的评论冒犯了房间里的每个人。
C1 noun /ɡriːn ˈkəʊ.kə.nʌt/

Green Coconut

绿椰子
Meaning
a young coconut with green outer shell containing refreshing coconut water
Example
We drank fresh water from a green coconut on the beach.
我们在海滩上喝了新鲜的绿椰子水。
C1 adjective /səkˈsɪŋkt/

succinct

简洁
Meaning
Briefly and clearly expressed; characterized by clear, precise expression in few words.
Example
His speech was succinct and impactful.
他的演讲简洁且有影响力。
C1 verb /kənˈsaɪn/

consign

托付
Meaning
to deliver something to a person or place, often for selling or safekeeping
Example
He consigned the package to the shipping company.
他将包裹交给了运输公司。
C1 verb /ɪnˈstɪl/

instill

灌输
Meaning
to gradually but firmly establish an idea, attitude, or habit in someone's mind
Example
Parents try to instill good values in their children.
父母试图在孩子们的心中灌输好的价值观。
A2 preposition /riː/

re

关于
Meaning
concerning or about (used in formal letters or emails)
Example
The letter was sent re your recent application.
该信是关于您最近的申请发出的。
C1 adjective /ɪˈfɛm.ər.əl/

ephemeral

短暂
Meaning
Lasting for a very short time; temporary or transitory.
Example
The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral.
樱花的美丽是短暂的。
B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

操控
Meaning
to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person
Example
He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.
他小心地把车开过狭窄的街道。
B1 noun /ˈkɪŋdəm/

Kingdom

王国
Meaning
a country or territory ruled by a king or queen
Example
The kingdom was known for its rich culture and traditions.
这个王国以其丰富的文化和传统而闻名。
A2 noun /ɡɒlf/

golf

幸福
Meaning
A game in which players use clubs to hit a ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible.
Example
He spends his weekends playing golf with his friends.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C2 noun /bʊr/

Boor

粗人; 粗鲁的人
Meaning
a rough and bad-mannered person; someone who lacks refinement or culture
Example
The wealthy businessman was actually a boor who showed no respect for others.
那位富有的商人实际上是一个粗人，根本没有对别人表示尊重。
C1 noun /ˈhɒl.ə.kɔːst/

holocaust

大屠杀
Meaning
A large-scale destruction, especially by fire; historically, the genocide of Jews during World War II.
Example
Millions of people perished during the Holocaust.
在大屠杀期间，数百万人死亡。
C2 noun /ˈvɔːdəvɪl/

vaudeville

歌舞杂耍
Meaning
A type of entertainment popular in the early 20th century, featuring a mixture of comedy, song, dance, and variety acts.
Example
The vaudeville show included comedians, magicians, and dancers.
歌舞杂耍表演包括喜剧演员、魔术师和舞者。
C1 noun /ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl miːt/

Palatable meat

美味的肉类
Meaning
Meat that is pleasant to taste; appetizing meat dish
Example
The chef prepared palatable meat dishes for the dinner party.
厨师为晚宴准备了美味的肉类菜肴。
C1 noun ɪˌlæˈstɪs.ə.ti

elasticity

弹性
Meaning
The responsiveness of demand or supply to changes in price.
Example
The elasticity of demand for luxury goods is high.
奢侈品的需求弹性很高。
C2 noun /əˈnæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/

anabolism

合成代谢
Meaning
The set of metabolic pathways that construct molecules from smaller units, involving tissue repair and growth.
Example
Anabolism is essential for muscle growth and tissue repair.
合成代谢对肌肉生长和组织修复至关重要。
B2 noun /dɪˈfɛndər/

defender

防守者
Meaning
a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack
Example
The defender blocked the shot and saved the goal.
防守者挡住了射门并拯救了进球。
B2 noun /ˈen.ə.dʒi sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

energy security

能源安全
Meaning
The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.
Example
Energy security ensures consistent supply.
能源安全确保稳定的供应。
B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

充足的；足够的；丰富的
Meaning
large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough
Example
We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
我们有足够的时间在最后期限前完成项目。
C2 noun /kəmˈpɒz.ɪ.tər/

Compositor

作曲家
Meaning
a person who arranges type for printing or creates musical compositions
Example
The compositor carefully arranged the text for the newspaper.
作曲家仔细地安排了报纸的文本。
A2 preposition /əˈɡɛnst/ or /əˈɡeɪnst/

against

Meaning
In opposition to; contrary to; touching or resting on.
Example
They voted against the proposal.
B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/

citizenship

国籍
Meaning
the status of being a recognized member of a state or country, with rights and duties
Example
He applied for American citizenship after living there for ten years.
他在美国生活了十年后申请了美国国籍。
C2 verb /ˈræpsəˌdaɪz/

rhapsodize

热情洋溢地谈论
Meaning
to speak or write with great enthusiasm and admiration
Example
He would often rhapsodize about his travels to Europe.
他常常带着极大的热情谈论他的欧洲旅行。
C1 adjective /ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/

condescending

居高临下
Meaning
having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority
Example
Her condescending tone upset her colleagues.
她居高临下的语气让她的同事感到不满。
C1 verb /ˈsʌkɪŋ/

sucking

吮吸
Meaning
Drawing in a liquid, air, or other substance through the mouth or a tube by creating a vacuum; also used figuratively for something unpleasant or ineffective
Example
The baby is sucking on a pacifier.
婴儿正在吮吸安抚奶嘴。
C1 adjective /hɪpˈnɒtɪk/

hypnotic

催眠的
Meaning
Producing sleep or a trance-like state; mesmerizing.
Example
The music had a hypnotic effect on the audience.
这首音乐对观众产生了催眠效果。
C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪər/

triumvir

三头统治者
Meaning
One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.
Example
Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate.
凯撒是第一罗马三巨头中的一员。
B2 verb /flɪk/

flick

快速轻弹
Meaning
to move or cause to move with a sudden quick motion
Example
He flicked the switch to turn on the light.
他迅速地按下开关以打开灯。
B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

宣传; 谣言
Meaning
information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view
Example
The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.
政府在战争期间使用了宣传来影响公众舆论。
B2 noun /ˈwɔtər ˈpjʊrəˌfaɪər/

Water purifier

水净化器
Meaning
A device that removes contaminants and impurities from water to make it safe for drinking
Example
We installed a water purifier in our kitchen to ensure clean drinking water.
我们在厨房里安装了水净化器，以确保清洁的饮用水。
C1 noun /ɪnˈfɜːməri/

infirmary

医务室
Meaning
A hospital or place where the sick or injured are cared for.
Example
The school had an infirmary for minor injuries.
学校为轻微受伤提供了医务室。
C1 adjective /dɪˈsɜːrnɪŋ/

discerning

有洞察力的
Meaning
having good judgment or insight; able to distinguish well
Example
He is a discerning reader who notices subtle details.
他是一个有洞察力的读者，能注意到细微的细节。
B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

办公隔间
Meaning
A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.
Example
She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.
她和另外三位同事在一个办公隔间里工作。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdjʊər.ɪŋ/

Enduring

持久的; 永恒的; 持续很长时间的
Meaning
lasting; permanent; continuing for a long time
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted for decades.
他们持久的友谊持续了几十年。
C2 noun /noʊl koʊl/

Knol khol

球茎甘蓝
Meaning
round bulbous vegetable from cabbage family with pale green color and mild taste
Example
Knol khol can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in curries.
球茎甘蓝可以生吃做沙拉，也可以做成咖喱菜肴。
C2 adjective /ɪˈmɪsəbl/

immiscible

不相溶
Meaning
Describes liquids that do not mix together.
Example
Oil and water are immiscible liquids.
油和水是无法混合的液体。
B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

裁决
Meaning
an official decision made by a judge or authority.
Example
The court’s ruling favored the defendant.
法院的裁决对被告有利。
C1 adjective /ˈreɪdiənt/

radiant

光彩照人
Meaning
Shining brightly; expressing great happiness.
Example
She looked radiant in her wedding dress.
她在婚礼上穿着婚纱，看起来非常耀眼。
C2 noun /ˈɪəri/ or /ˈɛəri/

aery

鹰巢
Meaning
An eagle’s nest, or a lofty, airy dwelling.
Example
The eagle perched proudly near its aery high on the cliff.
鹰骄傲地停在悬崖上的它的巢附近。
B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

复杂
Meaning
consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand
Example
The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.
机器的说明书太复杂，无法跟随。
C2 noun /klaɪm/

clime

气候带
Meaning
A region defined by its climate.
Example
He traveled to warmer climes during the winter.
他在冬天去温暖的气候带旅行。
A1 verb /noʊ/

know

知道
Meaning
to have information about something; to be familiar with
Example
I know the answer to this question.
我知道这个问题的答案。
C1 noun /ˌdɪsərˈteɪʃən/

dissertation

学位论文
Meaning
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually written for a university degree.
Example
She spent two years writing her doctoral dissertation.
她花了两年时间写她的博士论文。
C2 noun /fluːk/

fluke

侥幸
Meaning
A stroke of luck; an unexpected piece of good fortune.
Example
Winning the lottery was a complete fluke.
中彩票简直就是一次完全的侥幸。
C2 verb /bɪˈliːɡər/

beleaguer

围困, 烦扰
Meaning
to cause difficulties, troubles, or harassment; to surround with military forces
Example
The company was beleaguered by constant complaints from its customers.
该公司因客户不断的投诉而被围困。
C1 noun ˌmɛtə ˈmɔːfəsɪs

metamorphosis

蜕变
Meaning
A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
Example
The company's metamorphosis from a small startup to a global leader was remarkable.
这家公司的蜕变从一家小型初创公司成长为全球领导者，令人瞩目。
B2 noun /dʒet/

Jet

喷气式飞机
Meaning
a rapid stream of liquid, gas, or flame; an aircraft powered by jet engines
Example
The jet took off smoothly and reached cruising altitude quickly.
这架喷气机平稳起飞，迅速达到了巡航高度。
C2 noun /ˈæn.oʊd/

anode

正极
Meaning
The positive electrode in a device such as a battery, where current flows into a polarized electrical device.
Example
The anode of the battery was corroded after long use.
电池的正极在长时间使用后被腐蚀了。
A2 noun /tuːl/

tool

工具
Meaning
a device or implement used to carry out a particular function
Example
He used a hammer as a tool to fix the chair.
他用锤子作为工具来修理椅子。
A2 noun /biː/

Bee

蜜蜂
Meaning
a flying insect that produces honey and can sting
Example
The bee collected nectar from the flower.
蜜蜂从花朵中采集了花蜜。
B1 noun /ɡɪlt/

Guilt

罪恶感
Meaning
a feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation; responsibility for wrongdoing
Example
She felt overwhelming guilt after forgetting her mother's birthday.
她在忘记母亲的生日后感到巨大的罪恶感。
B2 verb /ɪnˈfɜːr/

infer

Meaning
to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements
Example
From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.
C2 noun /kɒn.tɪˈɡjuː.ɪ.ti/

contiguity

接壤
Meaning
the state of being in direct contact or next to each other
Example
The contiguity of the two countries facilitates trade.
这两个国家的接壤促进了贸易。
B1 adverb /ˈfriːkwəntli/

Frequently

频繁; 定期; 多次
Meaning
often; regularly; many times
Example
She frequently visits her grandmother on weekends.
她在周末经常探望她的祖母。
B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

纪念碑
Meaning
A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.
Example
Thousands gather at the National Memorial.
成千上万的人聚集在国家纪念碑前。
B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

翱翔 / 快速增长
Meaning
to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically
Example
The eagle soared high above the mountains.
鹰飞得很高，越过山脉。
B1 noun ɡrəʊθ

Growth

增长
Meaning
The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength.
Example
Economic growth improves living conditions.
经济增长改善了生活条件。
C1 adjective /ˈspɛərɪŋ/

sparing

节俭 / 节制
Meaning
Using or giving only a little of something; economical.
Example
She is sparing in her use of words.
她在使用词语时很节省。
C2 adjective /daɪˈvɜːrtɪbəl/

divertible

可转移的
Meaning
capable of being turned aside or redirected
Example
Funds from the budget are not legally divertible.
预算中的资金无法合法地转移。
C1 noun /wæks ɡɔːrd/

Wax Gourd

蜡质葫芦
Meaning
a large white or green gourd with waxy skin, commonly used in Asian cooking
Example
The wax gourd soup is very nutritious and helps with digestion.
蜡质葫芦汤非常有营养，有助于消化。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt ən ˈaʊt/

out-and-out

完全
Meaning
complete; absolute; used to emphasize something extreme
Example
The speech was an out-and-out lie.
这个演讲是一个完全的谎言。
C1 noun prəˈpʌl.ʃən

propulsion

推进力
Meaning
The action of driving or pushing forward.
Example
Jet engines provide propulsion for aircraft to travel long distances.
喷气发动机为飞机提供推进力，使其能够飞行长距离。
C1 adjective rɪsk-ədˈʤɛstɪd

risk-adjusted

风险调整
Meaning
Modified or calibrated to account for risk factors in investment returns.
Example
Risk-adjusted returns consider both potential profit and loss.
风险调整后的回报同时考虑潜在的利润和损失。
C1 noun ɪˌməʊ.ʃəˈnæl.ɪ.ti

emotionality

情感性
Meaning
The quality of being driven by emotions rather than reason; emotional responsiveness.
Example
His emotionality often influenced his decisions.
他的情感性常常影响他的决策。
C1 noun /ʌnɪmˈpɔːrtəns/

unimportance

不重要
Meaning
the state or quality of being insignificant or not important
Example
He dismissed the issue with a sense of unimportance.
他以無關緊要的態度忽略了這個問題。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsuːpərəbl/

insuperable

不可逾越
Meaning
Impossible to overcome or surpass.
Example
The team faced insuperable challenges during the expedition.
团队在探险过程中面临了不可逾越的挑战。
C2 noun /ɪnˈtɜːrstɪs/

interstice

缝隙
Meaning
a small space that lies between things
Example
Light filtered through the narrow interstices of the wall.
光线透过墙壁的狭窄缝隙照射进来。
B1 verb /prəˈnaʊns/

pronounce

发音
Meaning
to say words correctly; to declare officially
Example
She can pronounce French words perfectly.
她可以完美地发音法语单词。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrbər/

arbor

由树木或攀缘植物组成的阴凉花园庇护所
Meaning
a shady garden shelter formed by trees, climbing plants, or latticework
Example
They rested under the arbor covered with roses.
他们在被玫瑰覆盖的阿尔博尔下休息。
C2 verb /ˈvɪʃieɪt/

vitiate

败坏
Meaning
to spoil, weaken, or make something less effective
Example
One careless remark can vitiate the entire argument.
一句不小心的话可能会破坏整个论点。
A2 verb /pʊʃ/

push

推
Meaning
to exert force to move something away from oneself; to press against
Example
Push the button to ring the bell.
按下按钮以响铃。
B1 verb /ədˈvaɪz/

advise

建议
Meaning
to recommend what should be done; to give advice
Example
The doctor advised him to rest for a week.
医生建议他休息一周。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神病学
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
她决定学习精神病学，帮助有心理健康问题的人。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ/

underlying

基本的
Meaning
basic or hidden but important; forming the foundation of something
Example
The underlying reason for the conflict was never addressed.
冲突的根本原因从未得到解决。
B2 noun /ˈtʃɪk piː/

Chick pea

鹰嘴豆
Meaning
round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes
Example
Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion.
将鹰嘴豆浸泡一整晚，然后烹饪，以改善消化。
A1 noun /ˈwɛð.ɚ/

weather

天气
Meaning
The state of the atmosphere at a place and time as regards heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.
Example
The weather forecast predicts heavy rain tomorrow.
天气预报预测明天会有大雨。
A2 noun /ˈdaʊnˌtaʊn/

downtown

市中心
Meaning
the central part of a city
Example
They spent the afternoon shopping downtown.
他们在市中心购物度过了下午。
C1 verb /raʊz/

rouse

唤醒
Meaning
To awaken from sleep or to stir into action.
Example
The loud alarm roused him from his deep sleep.
响亮的警报把他从深度睡眠中唤醒。
C1 verb /ˈkɪndəl/

kindle

点燃
Meaning
to light a fire; to arouse or inspire
Example
She kindled the campfire with dry wood.
她用干木柴点燃了篝火。
C1 noun /ˌɔːkʃəˈnɪər/

auctioneer

拍卖师
Meaning
a person who conducts auctions by calling out bids and selling items to the highest bidder
Example
The auctioneer quickly raised the price as bidders competed for the painting.
拍卖师在竞价过程中迅速提高了价格。
A1 noun/verb /fɪʃ/

fish

幸福
Meaning
an aquatic animal with gills, or to try to catch such animals
Example
He went to the lake to fish early in the morning.
她在得到奖项时无法掩饰她的快乐。
C2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ə.nə.bəl/

alienable

可转让的
Meaning
Able to be transferred or surrendered, usually referring to rights or property.
Example
Property rights are alienable and can be sold or transferred.
财产权是可以转让的，可以出售或转让。
C1 phrase ˌkæt.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl.i rɪˈfjuː.tɪd

categorically refuted

完全驳回
Meaning
Completely and absolutely denied or disproved.
Example
The claims were categorically refuted by officials.
这些主张完全被官方驳回。
C1 noun /ˈnɑv.ɪs/

Novice

新手
Meaning
a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation; a beginner
Example
As a novice driver, she was very careful on the road.
作为一个新手司机，她在路上非常小心。
B2 noun /ˈfriː.kwən.si/

Frequency

频率
Meaning
the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
Example
The frequency of earthquakes in this region has increased dramatically over the past decade.
这个地区的地震频率在过去十年中急剧增加。
C1 noun /ˈmædʒɪstreɪt/

magistrate

法官
Meaning
A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.
Example
The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case.
法官主持了轻微刑事案件。
C1 adjective /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zənt/

cognizant

意识到
Meaning
Having knowledge or being aware of something.
Example
He was cognizant of the risks before starting the project.
他在开始这个项目之前就意识到风险。
B2 noun ˈɒksɪdʒən prəˈdʌkʃən

oxygen production

氧气生产
Meaning
The process of generating oxygen through photosynthesis or other means.
Example
Plants are vital for oxygen production and the maintenance of life.
植物对于氧气生产和维持生命至关重要。
C2 noun /ˈʃɛvrən/

chevron

V形符号
Meaning
A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.
Example
The sergeant’s uniform displayed three chevrons on the sleeve.
军士的制服上显示了三条雪佛龙标记。
C1 noun /ˈsɛpərətɪst/

separatist

分裂主义者
Meaning
A person who supports the separation of a group from a larger body, often for political or cultural independence.
Example
The separatist group demanded independence from the central government.
分裂主义者要求中央政府独立。
B1 verb /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/

satisfy

满足
Meaning
to fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone; to make content
Example
The delicious meal satisfied our hunger completely.
美味的食物完全满足了我们的饥饿。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

城市郊区
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a town or city
Example
They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.
他们在城市郊区建了一家新工厂。
C1 adjective /əˈtrəʊ.ʃəs/

Atrocious

可怕的; 极其糟糕或令人不悦的
Meaning
horrifyingly wicked; extremely bad or unpleasant
Example
The conditions in the prison were atrocious.
监狱的条件非常糟糕。
B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

不合适的; 错误的; 不适当的
Meaning
inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable
Example
It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.
在商务会议上讨论个人事务是不合适的。
C2 adjective /ˈdjuːtiəbl/

dutiable

需缴关税
Meaning
subject to customs duty or tax
Example
Imported electronics are often dutiable at the border.
进口电子产品在边境通常需缴纳关税。
A2 noun /kɪŋ/

King

国王
Meaning
the male ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by right of birth
Example
The king ruled the country with wisdom and fairness.
国王以智慧和公正治理国家。
B2 adjective /suːˈpɪə.ri.ər/

Superior

卓越; 优于平均水平
Meaning
higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average
Example
This product is superior to all others in the market.
该产品在市场上优于所有其他产品。
C2 noun /əˈfreɪ/

affray

公开斗殴
Meaning
A public fight or noisy disturbance that causes alarm.
Example
The police were called to break up an affray outside the stadium.
警方被叫去制止体育场外的一场打斗。
B1 noun /əˈkædəmi/

academy

学院
Meaning
an institution of learning or training
Example
He enrolled in a military academy.
他报考了军事学院。
A1 pronoun /hiː/

he

他 (男性)
Meaning
used to refer to a male person or animal already mentioned or easily identified
Example
He is my best friend.
他是我最好的朋友。
A1 adverb /ˈjuː.ʒu.ə.li/

Usually

通常; 一般
Meaning
in most cases; generally; as a rule
Example
I usually wake up at 7 AM every morning.
我通常每天早上7点起床。
C2 verb /səbˈsjuːm/

subsume

包括
Meaning
To include or absorb something into a larger group or category.
Example
Minor details were subsumed under the main topic.
次要细节被纳入了主要话题。
C1 noun ˌɪn.tuˈɪʃ.ən

intuition

直觉
Meaning
The ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.
Example
Her intuition told her something was wrong.
她的直觉告诉她有些不对劲。
B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

性别认同
Meaning
a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation
Example
She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.
她公开谈论了她的性别认同和身份。
B1 adjective /ˈfluː.ənt/

Fluent

流利; 熟练
Meaning
able to speak a language easily and accurately; flowing smoothly and gracefully
Example
She is fluent in three languages including English and French.
她流利地讲三种语言，包括英语和法语。
C2 noun /ˈɒlɪv bɑːb/

Olive barb

橄榄鲃
Meaning
A small freshwater fish with olive-colored body and barbels
Example
The olive barb is commonly found in South Asian rivers.
橄榄鲃常见于南亚的河流中。
C2 noun /ˈɛndaɪv/ or /ˈɑːndɪv/

endive

菊苣
Meaning
A leafy vegetable belonging to the chicory family, often used in salads.
Example
She added fresh endive to the salad for a slightly bitter flavor.
她将新鲜的菊苣加入沙拉中，增添了一丝微苦的味道。
C2 adjective /sɪˈlæbɪk/

syllabic

音节的
Meaning
Relating to or based on syllables.
Example
The teacher explained the syllabic structure of the word.
老师解释了这个词的音节结构。