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C1 adjective /ˈstɪltɪd/

stilted

做作的, 不自然的
Meaning
Speech or writing that is stiff, unnatural, or overly formal.
Example
His speech sounded stilted and rehearsed.
他的演讲听起来做作且预先排练过。
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。
B1 noun /ˈʃel.tər/

Shelter

避难所
Meaning
a place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger
Example
The hikers found shelter in a cave during the heavy rain.
登山者在大雨中在山洞里找到了避难所。
A1 verb /set/

set

设置
Meaning
to put or place something in a position; to establish
Example
She set the book on the table.
她把书放在桌子上。
B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

带螺旋的金属紧固件；用螺丝把东西固定或拧紧
Meaning
a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw
Example
He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.
他把架子牢牢地固定在墙上。
B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

维持
Meaning
To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.
Example
The team worked hard to sustain their success.
团队努力工作以维持他们的成功。
A1 verb /smaɪl/

smile

微笑
Meaning
to express happiness or friendliness by turning the corners of the mouth upwards
Example
She smiled when she saw the gift.
她看到礼物时笑了。
B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

酸
Meaning
having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable
Example
The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.
牛奶变酸了，闻起来很难闻。
A2 noun /ʃiːt/

sheet

床单
Meaning
a large piece of cloth or paper, typically used to cover or protect something
Example
I need a clean sheet to cover the bed.
我需要一张干净的床单来覆盖床铺。
A1 noun /sɔːŋ/

song

歌曲
Meaning
a short piece of music with words that are sung
Example
She sang a beautiful song at the concert.
她在音乐会上唱了一首美丽的歌曲。
B1 noun /ˈsæm.ən/

salmon

鲑鱼
Meaning
A large fish with pink flesh, often eaten as food.
Example
They served grilled salmon for dinner.
他们晚餐时提供了烤鲑鱼。
C2 noun /ˌsɪmjʊˈleɪkrəm/

simulacrum

拟像
Meaning
an image or representation of someone or something; a superficial likeness
Example
The statue was only a simulacrum of the ancient god.
这座雕像仅仅是古代神灵的拟像。
B1 adjective /spəˈsɪfɪk/

specific

具体的
Meaning
Clearly defined or identified; particular; exact.
Example
Make a specific plan to beat procrastination.
制定一个具体的计划以克服拖延。
C1 verb /skɪmp/

skimp

节省
Meaning
to use less of something than is necessary in order to save money or effort
Example
Don’t skimp on quality when buying a new laptop.
购买新笔记本时不要节省质量。
C1 noun /ˈsɪlk.wɜːrm/

Silk-worm

蚕
Meaning
the caterpillar of a moth that produces silk fibers used to make silk fabric
Example
Silkworms feed on mulberry leaves to produce silk.
蚕虫以桑叶为食，产生丝绸。
B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

愚蠢
Meaning
lack of intelligence or common sense
Example
His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.
他的愚蠢给团队带来了很多问题。
C1 adjective /səbˈsɜːviənt/

subservient

Meaning
prepared to obey others unquestioningly; less important than something else
Example
She was too subservient to challenge his decision.
A2 noun /sɔːlt/

Salt

盐
Meaning
white crystalline substance used for seasoning food; sodium chloride
Example
Please add some salt to the soup to enhance its flavor.
请在汤里再加一些盐以提升风味。
C1 adjective ˈsek.tər spəˈsɪf.ɪk

sector-specific

行业特定
Meaning
Relating to or designed for a particular sector or industry.
Example
Sector-specific policies attract targeted investments.
行业特定的政策吸引了定向投资。
C1 verb /ˈʃækəl/

shackle

束缚
Meaning
to chain or restrain; to restrict someone’s actions or freedom
Example
Outdated regulations shackle small businesses and slow innovation.
过时的规定束缚了小企业并减缓了创新。
B1 adjective /ˈsoʊ kɔːld/

so-called

Meaning
referred to as or known by a particular name or title, often misleadingly
Example
The so-called expert couldn't answer the question.
A2 adjective /sər'praɪz.ɪŋ/

Surprising

令人惊讶的; 出人意料的
Meaning
causing surprise; unexpected; remarkable
Example
It's surprising how quickly children learn new languages.
令人惊讶的是，孩子们学新语言的速度有多快。
C1 noun /siˈɛrə klʌb/

Sierra Club

塞拉俱乐部
Meaning
An American environmental organization founded in 1892 by John Muir, focused on promoting conservation of the natural environment by influencing public policy decisions.
Example
John Muir founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to protect wild areas.
约翰·缪尔在1892年创立了塞拉俱乐部，以保护野生地区。
C1 verb /sʌlk/

sulk

生闷气
Meaning
to be silent and bad-tempered because you are angry or disappointed
Example
She sulked in her room after the argument.
她在争吵后生闷气待在房间里。
A2 noun /ˈʃaʊər/

shower

Meaning
a brief fall of rain or snow or a device for taking a bath or washing oneself
Example
After the workout, I took a quick shower to refresh myself.
A1 pronoun /ʃi/

she

她
Meaning
a female person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified
Example
She is going to the market to buy vegetables.
她去市场买蔬菜。
B2 verb /swer/

swear

发誓
Meaning
to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath
Example
I swear to tell the truth.
我发誓说真话。
C2 noun ˈsɒmnələns

somnolence

嗜睡
Meaning
A state of drowsiness or sleepiness; inclination to sleep.
Example
The somnolence after a heavy meal made it hard to concentrate.
一顿重餐后的嗜睡让人难以集中注意力。
B1 noun ˈseɪ.vɪŋ

saving

储蓄
Meaning
The practice of keeping and accumulating money for future use rather than spending it immediately.
Example
Regular saving habits ensure financial security.
定期的储蓄习惯确保财务安全。
A2 noun /ˈspaɪ.dər/

Spider

蜘蛛
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs that makes webs to catch insects
Example
The spider caught a fly in its web.
蜘蛛在它的网中抓住了一只苍蝇。
C1 adjective, verb /sɪˈdeɪt/

sedate

镇静
Meaning
calm, quiet, and composed; or to administer a drug to make someone calm or sleep
Example
The nurse sedated the patient before the operation.
护士在手术前给病人注射了镇静剂。
B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

超级食物
Meaning
Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.
Example
Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.
蓝莓和菠菜是富含维生素的超级食物。
A1 noun /ˈstɔːri/

story

故事
Meaning
a narrative of real or imaginary events
Example
She told a fascinating story about her travels.
她讲述了一个关于旅行的迷人故事。
B1 noun ˈstrʌk.tʃər

structure

结构
Meaning
The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex.
Example
The structure is designed for safety and functionality.
该结构是为安全和功能性设计的。
B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

海星
Meaning
a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor
Example
The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.
海星缓慢地在海底移动，寻找食物。
B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

耸肩
Meaning
To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.
Example
He shrugged when asked about the missing file.
他在被问到关于丢失文件的事时耸了耸肩。
A2 noun /ˈsɛlər/

seller

幸福
Meaning
a person who sells something
Example
The seller offered a discount on bulk purchases.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
C1 verb /slɪŋk/

slink

悄悄移动
Meaning
to move quietly and secretly, often to avoid being noticed
Example
The cat slunk into the room without making a sound.
猫悄悄地进入房间，没有发出任何声音。
C1 adjective /seɪdʒ/

Sage

智慧的; 明智的; 经历过的人有判断力
Meaning
wise; showing wisdom from experience; prudent; having good judgment
Example
The sage advice from the elder helped solve the problem.
长者的智慧建议帮助解决了问题。
A1 noun /ˈsʌn.deɪ/

sunday

星期天
Meaning
The day of the week between Saturday and Monday; often considered a day of rest or worship.
Example
We usually relax at home on Sunday.
我们通常在星期天在家休息。
C1 noun /ˈsmætərɪŋ/

smattering

浅薄的知识
Meaning
A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.
Example
He has a smattering of Spanish.
他对西班牙语有浅薄的了解。
C1 noun /ˈstəʊ.ɪ.sɪ.zəm/

stoicism

斯多伊主义
Meaning
The endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feelings and without complaint.
Example
His stoicism during hardship was admirable.
他在困境中的斯多伊主义令人钦佩。
A1 noun /striːt/

street

街道
Meaning
a public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on one or both sides
Example
He walked down the street to the park.
他走在街上去公园。
B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

多愁善感的
Meaning
having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences
Example
She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.
她看着旧的家庭照片时变得多愁善感。
A2 noun /ˈswɛtər/

sweater

Meaning
a warm knitted piece of clothing worn on the upper body
Example
She wore a red sweater to keep warm in the cold weather.
B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

刻板印象
Meaning
A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.
所有玩家都是反社会的，这是一种刻板印象。
B2 noun /səˈvaɪvl/

survival

生存
Meaning
the state of continuing to live or exist, typically in difficult conditions
Example
Survival in the wild can be a challenging experience.
在野外生存可能是一次充满挑战的经历。
A1 adjective /ˈsɔːri/

sorry

对不起
Meaning
feeling regret or sympathy
Example
She felt sorry for what had happened.
她为发生的事情感到抱歉。
C2 adjective /ˌsuː.pɚˈsɪl.i.əs/

supercilious

傲慢的
Meaning
Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others; arrogant and disdainful.
Example
She gave him a supercilious smile as if he was beneath her.
她对他露出了一种傲慢的笑容，好像他比她低。
B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

简单; 清晰
Meaning
the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy
Example
The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.
设计的美丽在于它的简单性。
C2 verb /səˈbɔːrn/

suborn

贿赂
Meaning
to bribe or induce someone unlawfully to perform an act, especially to commit perjury
Example
The lawyer was accused of trying to suborn a witness.
律师被指控试图贿赂一名证人。
B2 verb /ˈstræŋɡəl/

strangle

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.
B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

光滑的
Meaning
Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.
Example
He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.
他做了一个光滑的演示，以打动投资者。
C2 noun /sɪˈnɛrəsɪs/

syneresis

协同作用
Meaning
The contraction of two adjacent vowels into a single syllable or the separation of liquid from a gel.
Example
The yogurt showed syneresis when liquid separated on top.
当液体在上面分离时，酸奶表现出协同作用。
C1 adjective /ˈskɛtʃi/

sketchy

不完整
Meaning
not thorough or detailed; suspicious or unsafe
Example
The details of the project were still sketchy.
项目的细节仍然不完整。
C1 noun /ˈskeɪp.ɡəʊt/

Scapegoat

替罪羊
Meaning
a person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others
Example
He became the scapegoat for the team's poor performance.
他成了团队表现不佳的替罪羊。
C1 noun /səˈlɪləkwi/

soliloquy

独白
Meaning
a speech in which a character talks to themselves, often used in drama to reveal inner thoughts
Example
Hamlet's soliloquy is one of the most famous passages in Shakespearean drama.
哈姆雷特的独白是莎士比亚戏剧中最著名的段落之一。
C2 adjective /sɪˈnæp.tɪk/

synaptic

突触的
Meaning
Related to the signal transmission process between nerve cells.
Example
Learning strengthens synaptic connections in the brain.
学习增强大脑中的突触连接。
B2 verb /ʃʌv/

shove

推
Meaning
to push someone or something roughly
Example
He shoved the box into the corner.
他把箱子推到角落里。
C2 noun /strəˈmoʊ.ni.əm ˌflaʊ.ər/

Stramonium flower

颠茄花
Meaning
A trumpet-shaped white or purple flower from the jimsonweed plant, known for its toxic properties
Example
The stramonium flower blooms at night with a sweet fragrance.
颠茄花在晚上盛开，散发出甜美的香气。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

幸福
Meaning
a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it
Example
The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

雕塑; 通过雕刻制作的艺术品
Meaning
the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving
Example
The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.
博物馆展示了古希腊雕塑。
B2 adjective /ˌsɪm.pəˈθet.ɪk/

Sympathetic

有同情心的; 富有理解的; 敏感的;
Meaning
showing compassion or understanding for someone's feelings or situation
Example
She was very sympathetic when I told her about my problems.
当我告诉她我的问题时，她表现得非常有同情心。
B1 noun /sɔɪl/

soil

土壤
Meaning
The upper layer of earth in which plants grow.
Example
The soil in this area is reddish.
这个区域的土壤是红色的。
A1 noun /ˈsɪstər/

sister

姐姐 / 妹妹
Meaning
a female sibling; a girl or woman in relation to other children of her parents
Example
My sister is coming to visit us next week.
我姐姐下周要来看我们。
B1 adjective /ˈsɒlɪd/

solid

坚固
Meaning
firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid
Example
The ground was solid underfoot.
地面在脚下是坚固的。
C1 noun স্ক্রোলিং অ্যাডিকশন

scrolling addiction

滚动成瘾
Meaning
A compulsive need to continuously scroll through content on digital devices, particularly smartphones and social media platforms.
Example
Scrolling addiction is a growing concern among smartphone users.
滚动成瘾在智能手机用户中是一个日益严重的问题。
B2 verb /ˈskræmbəl/

scramble

Meaning
to move or climb quickly using hands and feet; to mix or arrange in a hurried way
Example
The kids scrambled up the hill to catch the kite.
C2 adjective /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

symphonious

Meaning
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
Example
The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

sensitization

敏感化
Meaning
The process of becoming sensitive to a substance, situation, or influence.
Example
The doctor warned about the sensitization caused by repeated exposure to chemicals.
医生警告了由于反复接触化学品引起的敏感化。
B1 verb /siːk/

seek

寻找
Meaning
to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve
Example
He decided to seek advice from his mentor.
他决定向他的导师寻求建议。
C1 verb /ˈsmoʊldər/

smolder

慢慢燃烧
Meaning
to burn slowly with smoke but no flame; to show suppressed anger or emotion
Example
The fire smoldered for hours before it went out.
火灾持续了几个小时才熄灭。
C1 adjective /ˈsɛptɪk/

septic

感染的
Meaning
Infected with harmful bacteria; relating to or causing infection.
Example
The doctor treated the patient's septic wound immediately.
医生立即处理了病人的脓毒伤口。
C1 noun /ˈsɛmbləns/

Semblance

表象; 外观
Meaning
the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different
Example
There was only a semblance of order in the chaotic office.
在混乱的办公室里只有一种表象的秩序
B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

稳定地
Meaning
in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing
Example
The company's profits have been increasing steadily.
公司的利润稳定增长。
C2 adjective /ˈspaɪnəs/

spinous

多刺的
Meaning
Having spines or thorn-like projections
Example
The spinous cactus was difficult to handle without gloves.
这个有刺的仙人掌没有手套很难拿。
A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.weər/

Somewhere

某处
Meaning
in or at some place; in an unspecified location
Example
I left my keys somewhere in the house.
我把钥匙放在屋子里的某处。
B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

燕子
Meaning
a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail
Example
The swallow built its nest under the roof.
燕子在屋顶下筑巢。
A2 noun sɔːŋz

songs

歌曲
Meaning
A short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung.
Example
Listen to songs to learn pronunciation.
听歌曲来学习发音。
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

太阳的
Meaning
Relating to or determined by the sun
Example
The house is powered by solar energy.
这座房子由太阳能驱动。
B2 adverb ˌsɪməlˈteɪnɪəsli

simultaneously

同时
Meaning
At the same time; occurring or existing at the same time.
Example
He worked on two projects simultaneously.
他同时在做两个项目。
C2 noun /ˈskɪnˌflɪnt/

skinflint

吝啬鬼
Meaning
a person who spends as little money as possible; a miser
Example
The landlord was such a skinflint that he never repaired anything.
房东是个吝啬鬼，从不修理任何东西。
C2 noun /sɛnˈsɔːrɪəm/

sensorium

感觉中枢
Meaning
The part of the brain or mind concerned with the reception and interpretation of sensory stimuli.
Example
The patient’s sensorium was clouded after the accident.
事故后，病人的感觉中枢受到干扰。
B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

急剧地
Meaning
suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way
Example
Prices rose sharply after the announcement.
价格在公告后急剧上涨。
B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

敏感性
Meaning
The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.
Example
Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.
博斯通过实验证明了植物的敏感性。
C1 adjective /ˌsʌb.təˈreɪ.ni.ən/

subterranean

地下
Meaning
Existing, occurring, or done under the earth's surface.
Example
Subterranean water sources help sustain agriculture.
地下水源有助于维持农业。
C1 noun /ˈsɒl.ɪs/

Solace

安慰
Meaning
comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness
Example
She found solace in music after her loss.
在失去后，她在音乐中找到了安慰。
C2 noun /ˈsɛnʃəns/

sentience

感知能力
Meaning
The capacity to feel, perceive, or experience subjectively.
Example
Many argue that animals possess sentience.
许多人认为动物具有感知能力。
B2 verb /səbˈskraɪb/

subscribe

订阅
Meaning
to pay to receive a service regularly; to agree with or support something
Example
I subscribe to several online magazines.
我订阅了几本在线杂志。
B2 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

怀疑的; 不信任的; 对某事的真相持怀疑态度
Meaning
having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something
Example
Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.
许多科学家对新理论持怀疑态度。
A2 preposition /sɪns/

since

自
Meaning
from a particular time in the past until now
Example
I have known her since childhood.
我从小就认识她。
B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

刺激
Meaning
A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.
Example
Plants respond to external stimulus.
植物对外部刺激作出反应。
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/

sergeant

中士
Meaning
A rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces or police.
Example
The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers before the mission.
中士在任务前向士兵发出命令。
B2 verb ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

封闭，密封
Meaning
The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.
Example
Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.
密封墙壁上的裂缝可以防止害虫进入。
C2 noun /skɪf/

skiff

小船
Meaning
a small, light boat usually for one person
Example
The fisherman paddled his skiff across the lake.
渔夫划着他的“小船”穿过湖面。
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

性行为
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
这部电影被认为对年轻观众来说过于性行为露骨。
B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

饿死
Meaning
to suffer or die from lack of food
Example
He was left to starve in the desert.
他被丢在沙漠里饿死。
B2 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

引人注目
Meaning
very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect
Example
Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.
她那引人注目的美丽吸引了所有人的注意。
B1 adjective /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd/

straightforward

直接
Meaning
easy to understand or do; simple
Example
Her explanation was straightforward and clear.
她的解释简洁明了。
C1 noun /slɪt/

Slit

裂缝
Meaning
a long narrow opening or cut
Example
There was a small slit in the fabric.
布料上有一个小裂缝。
A2 adverb /ˈslaɪtli/

slightly

略微
Meaning
to a small degree or extent
Example
The temperature has slightly increased today.
今天温度略有上升。
C1 adjective /ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪ.tɪŋ/

scintillating

闪耀的
Meaning
brilliantly clever, exciting, or sparkling
Example
Her scintillating conversation kept everyone entertained.
她那闪耀的谈话让每个人都感到娱乐。
B1 adverb /səkˈsɛsfəli/

successfully

成功地
Meaning
in a way that achieves a desired result
Example
She passed the exam successfully after weeks of studying.
她经过数周的学习后成功通过了考试。
B2 noun /streɪn/

Strain

压力; 紧张; 疲劳;
Meaning
pressure or tension; excessive demand on strength or resources
Example
Working long hours put a strain on his health.
长时间工作给他的健康带来了压力。
B2 noun /spɑːrk/

Spark

火花
Meaning
a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates
Example
A spark from the campfire ignited the dry leaves.
篝火中的一颗火花点燃了干叶。
C1 adjective /ˈskeɪðɪŋ/

scathing

尖锐的批评
Meaning
severely critical; harshly scornful
Example
The critic wrote a scathing review of the movie.
评论家写了一篇尖锐的电影评论。
B1 noun /stoʊv/

Stove

炉子
Meaning
a kitchen appliance used for cooking food by applying heat
Example
She cooked dinner on the gas stove.
她在煤气炉上做晚餐。
C2 adjective /sɒmˈnɪfərəs/

somniferous

催眠的
Meaning
Tending to induce sleep; soporific.
Example
The professor's somniferous lecture put half the class to sleep.
教授的催眠讲座让一半的学生睡着了。
A1 adverb /suːn/

Soon

很快
Meaning
in a short time; before long; quickly
Example
The train will arrive soon.
火车很快就到。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈsnɒbɪʃ/

snobbish

自命不凡
Meaning
having or showing the attitude of people who think they are better than others
Example
She seemed snobbish because she avoided talking to the waiters.
她看起来很自命不凡，因为她避免与服务员交谈。
C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

自控力
Meaning
The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.
Example
His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.
他在危机中的自控力令人钦佩。
C1 noun /ʃɑːrd/

shard

碎片
Meaning
a broken piece of glass, metal, or pottery
Example
He cut his finger on a shard of glass.
他用玻璃碎片割伤了手指。
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

斗争
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
独立斗争使国家团结。
A2 noun /ʃɔːrts/

shorts

短裤
Meaning
a short garment worn on the lower half of the body that covers each leg separately, usually above the knees.
Example
He wore a pair of blue shorts to the beach.
他穿了一条蓝色的短裤去海滩。
C1 verb /ˈskaʊər/

scour

擦洗 / 彻底搜索
Meaning
to clean or brighten the surface of something by scrubbing; to search thoroughly
Example
She scoured the kitchen until it shone.
她打扫厨房直到它闪闪发光。
C1 noun/verb /ˈslʌmbər/

slumber

睡眠
Meaning
A state of sleep; to sleep lightly or rest.
Example
The child slumbered peacefully through the night.
孩子整夜安静地睡觉。
C1 adjective /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/

subjective

主观的
Meaning
based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts
Example
Beauty is often considered a subjective concept.
美丽通常被视为一个主观的概念。
B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

七个习惯
Meaning
Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.
Example
Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
即使是习惯也有助于保持平衡的生活方式。
B2 verb /slæm/

slam

用力关门
Meaning
to close or hit something with great force
Example
He slammed the door angrily after the argument.
他在争论后愤怒地摔门。