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C1 verb /ˈstoʊnwɔːl/

stonewall

阻挡
Meaning
To delay or block progress by refusing to cooperate or answer
Example
The witness tried to stonewall during the investigation.
证人试图在调查期间做stonewall。
B1 noun /ˈsæl.ər.i/

Salary

薪水
Meaning
a fixed regular payment, typically paid on a monthly basis
Example
She receives a good salary for her work as a teacher.
她作为教师的工作,得到了很好的薪水。
B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

熟练地
Meaning
in a way that shows ability and training; expertly
Example
She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.
她在两个小时内熟练地画了肖像。
C2 noun /səbˈdʌk.ʃən/

subduction

地壳的一个层次向下移动,进入下方的地幔。
Meaning
The lateral and downward movement of the edge of a plate of the earth's crust into the mantle beneath another plate.
Example
The Pacific Ring of Fire is an area of intense subduction.
太平洋火环是一个强烈的俯冲区域。
C2 noun /ˈʃʊərəti/

surety

担保人
Meaning
a person who takes responsibility for another's performance of an undertaking, such as appearing in court or paying a debt
Example
The landlord required a surety before renting the apartment.
房东在出租公寓之前要求提供保证人。
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 /ˈsɜːdʒən/

surgeon

外科医生
Meaning
a doctor who performs medical operations
Example
The surgeon performed a complex heart operation.
外科医生进行了复杂的心脏手术。
C1 adjective /suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/

superlative

最高级
Meaning
Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.
Example
Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation.
她的表现是最高级的,赢得了站立的掌声。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrli/

surly

脾气暴躁
Meaning
bad-tempered and unfriendly
Example
The waiter gave us a surly look when we asked for more water.
当我们要求更多的水时,服务员用脾气暴躁的目光看着我们。
A2 noun ˈsɜːrvɪs

service

服务
Meaning
An act of helping or doing work for someone.
Example
True education promotes the value of service to others.
真正的教育促进了对他人服务的价值。
B2 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

整理
Meaning
to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize
Example
She straightened her hair before the meeting.
她在会议前整理了头发。
B2 adjective /ˈsɛksi/

sexy

性感的
Meaning
sexually attractive or exciting
Example
She wore a sexy red dress to the party.
她穿着一条性感的红色连衣裙去参加派对。
A2 noun /ˈsæd.nəs/

Sadness

悲伤,痛苦,忧郁
Meaning
feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief
Example
Her sadness was evident after hearing the bad news.
她听到坏消息后,她的悲伤显而易见。
B2 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

树桩,困惑
Meaning
the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse
Example
The question completely stumped the students.
这个问题完全困扰了学生。
B2 noun /səˈspens/

Suspense

悬念
Meaning
a feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what will happen
Example
The movie kept us in suspense until the very end.
电影让我们一直处于悬念中,直到最后。
B2 noun /ʃɪt/

shit

Meaning
a vulgar term for feces or excrement
Example
The dog made a mess by leaving its shit on the floor.
狗在地板上留下了它的屎,弄得一团糟。
C1 adjective /səˈtɪrɪk/

satiric

讽刺的
Meaning
Relating to or using satire.
Example
The novel takes a satiric view of urban life.
这部小说从讽刺的角度看待城市生活。
C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

脱离
Meaning
To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.
Example
Several states threatened to secede from the union.
几个州威胁要脱离联邦。
B1 noun, verb /strɪŋ/

string

线
Meaning
a thin piece of cord or thread; to tie or fasten with a string
Example
She tied the package with a string.
她用一根线绑了包裹。
B2 adjective /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/

symbolic

象征性的
Meaning
serving as a symbol or representing something else
Example
The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.
鸽子是和平与自由的象征。
C1 noun /ˈsəʊdiəm/

sodium

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。
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。
C1 noun /ˈspɛktər/

specter

幽灵
Meaning
A ghost or spirit; something that causes fear or dread.
Example
The specter of war still haunts the region.
战争的幽灵仍然在该地区徘徊。
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。
A2 adverb /ˈʃʊə.li/

Surely

肯定
Meaning
without doubt; certainly
Example
You will surely pass the exam if you study hard.
如果你努力学习,你肯定会通过考试。
B2 noun/verb /skɔːrn/

scorn

Meaning
the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt
Example
She looked at him with open scorn.
B1 noun /ˈsæm.pəl/

Sample

样本
Meaning
a small part taken as an example of the whole; a specimen
Example
The doctor took a blood sample for testing.
医生取了一个血液样本进行测试。
B1 noun/adjective /ˈsmoʊ.kɪŋ/

smoking

吸烟
Meaning
The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of tobacco or other substances; wearing a tuxedo (adjective, formal context).
Example
Smoking is prohibited inside the building.
建筑物内禁止吸烟。
C1 adjective /ˈspraɪtli/

sprightly

活泼
Meaning
full of energy and life; lively
Example
The sprightly old man danced with joy at the wedding.
那位活泼的老人高兴地在婚礼上跳舞。
C1 noun /səbˈmɜːrdʒəns/

submergence

沉没
Meaning
the act or process of being submerged or going underwater
Example
The submergence of coastal areas is a major concern due to rising sea levels.
由于海平面上升,沿海地区的沉没成为一个重大问题。
B1 verb səˈpɔːrtɪŋ

supporting

支持
Meaning
Giving assistance to; helping to bear the weight of something.
Example
Supporting education initiatives helps reduce child labour.
支持教育倡议有助于减少童工。
B1 noun /ˈspɛndɪŋ/

spending

Meaning
the act of paying money for goods or services
Example
Her spending on clothes was higher than expected.
C1 noun /sərˈveɪər/

surveyor

测量员
Meaning
A person who measures and maps land, buildings, or other features.
Example
The surveyor measured the land for construction.
测量员为建设测量了土地。
B1 adjective /strɪkt/

Strict

严格;要求严格遵守规则
Meaning
demanding exact conformity to rules; severe; rigorous
Example
The teacher is very strict about homework deadlines.
老师对作业截止日期非常严格。
C1 adjective /ˈstɒdʒi/

stodgy

沉闷的,老式的
Meaning
Dull, uninspired, or old-fashioned; also heavy and hard to digest when referring to food.
Example
The lecture was so stodgy that many students struggled to stay awake.
讲座太沉闷了,以至于许多学生难以保持清醒。
A2 noun /sprɪŋ/

spring

春天
Meaning
the season between winter and summer when plants begin to grow
Example
Flowers bloom in the spring.
春天花开。
B1 verb /spred/

spread

传播
Meaning
to extend over a larger area; to distribute; to apply
Example
The news spread quickly through the town.
新闻迅速在城镇传播。
C1 noun ˌsæn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

sanitization

消毒
Meaning
The process of cleaning and disinfecting to eliminate germs and bacteria.
Example
Regular sanitization keeps appliances germ-free.
定期消毒保持设备无菌。
C1 noun /ˈʃɜːrbət/

sherbet

雪葩
Meaning
a sweet flavored drink or a frozen dessert made from sweetened fruit juice
Example
On hot days, she enjoys a glass of lemon sherbet.
在炎热的日子里,她喜欢喝一杯柠檬雪葩。
C1 noun /ˈstɪklər/

stickler

对规则严格的人
Meaning
a person who insists on a certain quality or standard of behavior
Example
He is a stickler for punctuality and never tolerates delays.
他非常严格地要求准时,从不容忍迟到。
B2 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

显著
Meaning
to a great extent or degree
Example
The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.
新政策显著改善了工作条件。
A2 noun /stoʊn/

stone

石头
Meaning
a hard, naturally occurring mineral material found in the earth
Example
He threw a stone into the lake.
他把一块石头扔进湖里。
A1 adjective /ʃʊr/

Sure

确定的; 确实
Meaning
completely confident that something is true; certain; definitely true
Example
I am sure that he will come tomorrow.
我确定他明天会来。
C2 noun /ˈsaɪnɪkjʊər/

sinecure

轻松工作
Meaning
a position requiring little or no work but giving financial benefit or status
Example
He was given a sinecure at the university as a reward for his loyalty.
作为对他忠诚的奖励,他在大学获得了一个轻松的职位。
C1 noun/verb /ˈskɜːrmɪʃ/

skirmish

Meaning
a small or brief fight between groups of soldiers; to engage in such a fight
Example
The soldiers got into a skirmish near the border.
A2 verb /səˈpɔːrt/

support

支持
Meaning
to help or assist someone; to hold up or bear the weight of something
Example
The family will support their son through his studies.
家庭将支持他们的儿子完成学业。
C1 noun /ˈsʌnˌdaʊn/

sundown

日落
Meaning
the time in the evening when the sun goes below the horizon
Example
We planned to reach the village before sundown.
我们计划在日落之前到达村庄。
B2 noun /ˈsɛm.iˌsɜːr.kəl/

semicircle

半圆
Meaning
Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.
Example
The students sat in a semicircle around the teacher.
学生们围绕老师坐成半圆形。
B2 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

周围的
Meaning
located all around a particular place or thing; nearby
Example
The surrounding hills were covered in mist.
周围的山丘被雾气覆盖。
A2 adjective /ˈsaɪ.lənt/

Silent

安静的; 沉默的; 平静的
Meaning
making no sound; quiet; not speaking
Example
The library was completely silent during study hours.
在学习时间,图书馆是完全安静的。
C1 verb /smɜrk/

smirk

得意的微笑
Meaning
to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way
Example
He smirked when he won the argument.
他在赢得争论时得意地笑了。
C2 noun /sɒp/

sop

Meaning
a concession or appeasement to pacify someone; also a piece of bread dipped in liquid
Example
The manager offered a bonus as a sop to the unhappy employees.
B1 adjective /səˈpəʊzd/

supposed

假定的
Meaning
generally believed or assumed, but not necessarily true
Example
This is the supposed solution to the problem.
这是问题的假定解决方案。
A2 noun /siːn/

scene

场景
Meaning
a place or setting of an event or activity, or the part of a play or film
Example
The final scene of the movie was very emotional.
电影的最后一场景非常感人。
B2 verb /ˈsʌfəkeɪt/

suffocate

Meaning
to cause someone to die or have difficulty breathing by depriving them of air
Example
The child nearly suffocated when trapped in the locked room.
B2 noun /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

自杀
Meaning
the act of intentionally killing oneself
Example
Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.
心理健康专家致力于预防自杀。
B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

蜂群
Meaning
A large group of insects or people moving together.
Example
A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.
一群蜜蜂围绕着树。
B1 noun /soʊl/

Soul

灵魂
Meaning
the spiritual or immaterial essence of a human being or animal; a person's emotional or intellectual nature
Example
She poured her heart and soul into her artwork.
她将自己的心和灵魂投入到艺术创作中。
A1 noun /suːp/

Soup

Meaning
a liquid food made by boiling meat, vegetables, or other ingredients in water
Example
I had a bowl of chicken soup for lunch.
我午餐吃了一碗鸡汤。
C1 adjective /ˈskeɪ.li/

Scaly

鳞片状的
Meaning
covered with scales; having a rough surface like scales
Example
The fish has scaly skin.
那条鱼有鳞片的皮肤。
B1 adverb /ˈsel.dəm/

Seldom

很少
Meaning
not often; rarely; infrequently
Example
She seldom goes to the cinema.
她很少去电影院。
A1 adverb /soʊ/

so

如此
Meaning
to such a degree or extent
Example
She was so happy with the gift.
她对礼物感到如此高兴。
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。
B2 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

可持续性
Meaning
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.
Example
Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.
可持续性确保长期环境健康。
C1 noun /ˈsʌm.ɪt əv ðə ˈfjuː.tʃər/

Summit of the Future

未来峰会
Meaning
A high-level conference focused on addressing future challenges and opportunities.
Example
The Summit of the Future addressed global challenges.
未来峰会解决了全球性挑战。
C2 adjective /ˈslæp.dæʃ/

slapdash

草率
Meaning
done too quickly and carelessly; hasty and careless
Example
The report was written in a slapdash manner, full of errors.
报告写得草率,充满了错误。
B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

湿滑的
Meaning
smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping
Example
The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.
清洁后地板非常湿滑。
A1 verb /sɪŋ/

sing

唱歌
Meaning
to make musical sounds with the voice
Example
She sings beautifully in the choir.
她在合唱团里唱得很美
B2 adverb /ˈsoʊʃəli/

socially

社交地
Meaning
in a way that relates to society or social interaction
Example
He is very active socially and attends many events.
他在社交方面非常活跃,参加了许多活动。
C2 adjective /ˈstɜːr.tər.əs/

stertorous

重呼吸声
Meaning
Characterized by heavy snoring or breathing.
Example
The patient’s stertorous breathing alarmed the nurses.
病人的重呼吸声让护士们感到惊讶。
C2 noun /ˈsɛrəf/

seraph

六翼天使
Meaning
An angelic being associated with light and purity, often depicted as a high-ranking angel in Christian theology.
Example
The stained-glass window depicted a seraph with outstretched wings.
彩色玻璃窗描绘了一个展开翅膀的六翼天使。
C1 verb /ˈsɪnɚdʒaɪzd/

synergized

协同, 协调, 合作
Meaning
Combine in such a way that the total effect is greater than the sum of the individual effects.
Example
The teams were synergized to maximize productivity.
团队被协同工作以最大化生产力。
C2 noun /ˈsætræp/

satrap

总督
Meaning
a governor of a province in ancient Persia; also used figuratively for a subordinate ruler
Example
The king appointed a satrap to oversee the distant province.
国王任命了一个总督来管理遥远的省份。
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 adjective, noun /ˈsɪŋɡjələr/

singular

非凡 / 单数
Meaning
Remarkable, extraordinary; or grammatical form referring to one person or thing.
Example
She has a singular talent for painting.
她在绘画方面有非凡的才华。
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。
C1 noun /slæb/

slab

Meaning
a large, thick, flat piece of stone, concrete, or other hard material
Example
The workers laid a concrete slab for the foundation.
工人们为地基铺设了一块混凝土板。
C1 noun /ˈsɛvərəns/

severance

离职补偿
Meaning
the act of ending something, especially a relationship or employment; compensation paid upon termination
Example
The company offered him severance pay after his job ended.
公司在他工作结束后提供了离职补偿。
C2 noun /ˈʃɪbəˌlɛθ/

shibboleth

区分特定群体的习语或信仰
Meaning
A custom, phrase, or belief distinguishing a particular group of people, often used to identify outsiders.
Example
The phrase became a political shibboleth during the campaign.
这句话在竞选期间成为了一个政治性的shibboleth。
B2 noun /ˈsɛtlər/

settler

定居者
Meaning
a person who settles in a new area or land
Example
The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes.
定居者们抵达新城市并开始建造房屋。
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

表面上, 看起来平静
Meaning
appearing to be true, but not necessarily so
Example
He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.
尽管周围一片混乱,他看起来平静。
B2 noun /ˈsætaɪər/

satire

讽刺
Meaning
The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.
Example
The play was a brilliant satire on modern politics.
这出戏是对现代政治的精彩讽刺。
A2 adverb /ˈstrɒŋɡli/

strongly

强烈地
Meaning
in a strong manner or to a great extent
Example
She strongly believes in the power of positive thinking.
她坚信积极思考的力量。
C2 adjective /ˈsʌpliənt/

suppliant

恳求者
Meaning
Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.
Example
The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet.
恳求者在国王的脚下乞求怜悯。
C1 adjective /ˈswoʊlən/

swollen

肿胀的
Meaning
Enlarged or puffed up, usually due to injury, inflammation, or fluid accumulation
Example
Her ankle was swollen after she twisted it during the hike.
她在徒步旅行时扭伤了脚踝,脚踝肿了。
C1 adjective /ˈstoʊɪk/

stoic

冷静的, 无动于衷的
Meaning
Showing little or no emotion, even in difficult situations.
Example
She remained stoic during the crisis, never showing fear or panic.
她在危机中保持冷静,毫无恐惧或恐慌。
C1 adjective /sər'pæs.ɪŋ/

Surpassing

卓越; 超过; 非凡
Meaning
exceeding; going beyond; outstanding
Example
Her surpassing beauty made everyone stop and stare.
她超凡的美丽让每个人都停下来盯着她看。
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

完全的; 绝对的; 透明的; 非常陡峭
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
这是纯粹的运气,我们找到了这个地方。
B2 verb /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

sprinkle

Meaning
to scatter small drops or particles of a substance over a surface
Example
She sprinkled sugar on top of the cake.
B2 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

强壮 / 粗壮
Meaning
Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer
Example
The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
这个强壮的男人轻松地举起了沉重的箱子。
A2 noun /stɛp/

step

Meaning
a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position
Example
She took a step towards the door.
C2 adjective /ˈskʌr.ɪ.ləs/

scurrilous

恶意中伤的
Meaning
Using or expressed in coarse, abusive, or slanderous language.
Example
The politician faced criticism for his scurrilous remarks about his opponent.
那位政治家因其对对手的恶意中伤言论而面临批评。
B2 noun /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

饥饿
Meaning
suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger
Example
Many people died of starvation during the famine.
许多人在饥荒期间死于饥饿。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪ.tɪd/

superannuated

过时的
Meaning
old and no longer useful or valid; retired due to age
Example
The factory was filled with superannuated machines that slowed production.
工厂里充满了过时的机器,这些机器减慢了生产。
B1 noun /ˈʃoʊldər/

Shoulder

肩膀
Meaning
the part of the body between the neck and the arm
Example
He carried the bag over his shoulder.
他把包拿在肩膀上。
B2 noun /spekˈteɪtər/

Spectator

观众
Meaning
a person who watches at a show, game, or other event; an observer
Example
The stadium was filled with excited spectators.
体育场坐满了兴奋的观众。
C2 noun /ˈsiːkənt/

secant

割线
Meaning
A straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points.
Example
In geometry, a secant cuts the circle at two distinct points.
在几何学中,割线在两个不同的点上切割圆形。
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊbər/

Sober

清醒的;严肃而深思的;适度的
Meaning
not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate
Example
He remained sober throughout the celebration.
他在整个庆典期间保持清醒。
C2 noun /spɪˈlʌŋkər/

spelunker

洞穴探险者
Meaning
A person who explores caves as a hobby.
Example
The spelunker carried ropes and lights into the dark cave.
洞穴探险者带着绳子和灯光进入了黑暗的洞穴。
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

围困
Meaning
a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies
Example
The siege of the castle lasted for three months.
城堡的围困持续了三个月。
C2 noun /ˈstiː.vəˌdɔːr/

stevedore

装卸工
Meaning
A person employed to load and unload cargo from ships.
Example
The stevedores worked tirelessly to unload the cargo before dawn.
装卸工们不知疲倦地工作,直到黎明前卸下货物。
C1 adjective /ˈstʌm.pi/

Stumpy

矮胖
Meaning
short and thick; having a short, thick appearance
Example
The stumpy little dog wagged its tail enthusiastically.
那只矮胖的小狗兴奋地摇着尾巴。
A1 noun /ˈsæləd/

salad

沙拉
Meaning
a dish consisting of various ingredients, typically including vegetables, which are usually mixed with a dressing
Example
She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
她用生菜、番茄和黄瓜做了一个新鲜的沙拉。
A2 verb /səˈpəʊz/

suppose

假设
Meaning
to assume or believe something is true without proof
Example
I suppose she will be here soon.
我猜你很快会到这里。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

发言人
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
发言人在集会中向人群讲话。
B2 noun /ˌsuːvəˈnɪər/

Souvenir

纪念品
Meaning
a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento
Example
I bought a small souvenir from the gift shop.
我在礼品店买了一个小纪念品。
C1 noun /səˈnɑːtə/

sonata

音乐作品 (奏鸣曲)
Meaning
A musical composition for one or more instruments, typically in several movements.
Example
She performed a beautiful Beethoven sonata on the piano.
她在钢琴上演奏了贝多芬的美丽奏鸣曲。
B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

存储
Meaning
the action or method of storing something for future use
Example
The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.
仓库提供了大量的存储空间。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːprəˈmʌndeɪn/

supramundane

超世俗
Meaning
beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent
Example
The monk spoke of supramundane peace beyond material life.
和尚讲述了超越物质生活的超世俗的平静。
C2 noun /sɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/

Similitude

相似; 类似
Meaning
the quality or state of being similar; resemblance
Example
The similitude between the two paintings suggested they were by the same artist.
这两幅画之间的相似性表明它们是由同一位艺术家创作的。
C2 adjective /sɪˈdɪʃəs/

seditious

煽动叛乱的
Meaning
Encouraging rebellion against authority.
Example
The activist spread seditious pamphlets among the crowd.
活动家在群众中散发了煽动叛乱的传单。
B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

调查,问卷调查
Meaning
noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)
Example
They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.
他们进行了一项调查,以了解客户的偏好。
C2 verb /stɑːntʃ/

stanch

止血
Meaning
to stop the flow of blood or liquid from a wound or source
Example
The nurse quickly stanched the bleeding from the cut.
护士迅速止住了切口处的出血。
C1 adjective /ˈsɛnʃənt/

sentient

有感觉的
Meaning
Able to perceive or feel things.
Example
Humans are sentient beings capable of reasoning.
人类是能够推理的感知生命。
B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

自律
Meaning
The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.
Example
Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.
自律对于长期成功至关重要。
C2 adjective /səˈdʒɛstəbəl/

suggestible

易受影响的
Meaning
easily influenced by the suggestions of others
Example
Children are highly suggestible and may believe what they are told.
孩子们很容易受到影响,可能会相信他们被告知的事情。
C1 adjective /ˈskrʌfi/

Scruffy

邋遢的或不整洁的外观;脏的和磨损的
Meaning
untidy or unkempt in appearance; shabby and worn
Example
The scruffy old dog wandered through the streets looking for food.
那只邋遢的老狗在街上徘徊,寻找食物。
C2 noun /ˈseɪ.ɡoʊ/

Sago

萨戈
Meaning
starchy foodstuff obtained from the pith of various tropical palm stems
Example
She prepared sago pudding for dessert.
她为甜点准备了萨戈布丁。
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

感性
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
她的艺术感性使她能够欣赏画作中的细节。
B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

实质的; 相当的; 重要的
Meaning
large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant
Example
There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.
本季度销售量有了显著增加。