A2 verb /stʌk/

stuck

卡住

Meaning

unable to move; fixed in one position; unable to continue

Example

The door is stuck and won't open.

门被卡住了，打不开。

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。

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。

A2 noun/verb/adjective /ˈsʌbdʒɪkt/ (noun), /səbˈdʒɛkt/ (verb)

subject

主题

Meaning

noun: a topic or theme; verb: to cause to undergo; adjective: dependent or under authority

Example

The teacher introduced a new subject in class.

老师在课堂上介绍了一个新主题。

C2 adjective /ˈsloʊθfəl/

slothful

懒惰

Meaning

Lazy, idle, and unwilling to work.

Example

She was too slothful to get out of bed early.

她太懒了，早上不想从床上起来。

C1 noun /ˈstænzə/

stanza

诗节

Meaning

a group of lines forming a unit in a poem or song

Example

The poem begins with a stanza describing nature.

这首诗以一节描述自然的诗句开始。

A2 noun /sɒks/

Socks

袜子

Meaning

soft coverings for the feet, typically worn inside shoes

Example

I need to buy new socks for winter.

我需要为冬天买新袜子。

B2 verb /stroʊk/

stroke

抚摸

Meaning

to move your hand gently over something; to hit or touch something gently

Example

She stroked the cat's fur gently.

她轻轻地抚摸着猫的毛发。

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 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

投机

Meaning

Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Example

Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.

股市投机可能导致高波动性。

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。

C2 noun /ˈsteɪsɪs/ or /ˈstæsɪs/

stasis

停滯

Meaning

A state of inactivity or equilibrium; a situation where nothing changes.

Example

The negotiations reached a state of stasis with no progress made.

谈判达到了停滞状态，没有取得进展。

B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

智慧；机智；整洁和时尚的外观

Meaning

intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance

Example

Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.

她在解决问题时的智慧给大家留下了深刻印象。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

系列的; 连续的

Meaning

happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order

Example

The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.

连环杀手在多年的调查后终于被捕。

A1 pronoun /ˈsʌmbədi/

somebody

有人

Meaning

an unspecified person

Example

Somebody is knocking at the door.

有人在敲门。

C1 adjective səˈsaɪ.ə.təl

societal

社会的

Meaning

Relating to society or social relationships.

Example

Societal benefits of space tourism are under debate.

太空旅游的社会效益正在辩论中。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

虚弱; 生病; 苍白

Meaning

weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale

Example

The sickly child needed extra care and attention.

这个虚弱的孩子需要额外的照顾和关注。

C1 adjective /ˈsleɪ.vɪʃ/

slavish

奴隶般的

Meaning

showing no originality; completely imitative or overly submissive

Example

His slavish devotion to tradition prevented any innovation.

他对传统的奴隶般忠诚阻碍了任何创新。

B2 noun /soʊp keɪs/

Soap case

肥皂盒

Meaning

a container used to store soap

Example

She bought a beautiful soap case for the bathroom.

她为浴室买了一个漂亮的肥皂盒。

A2 noun /səˈpraɪz/

surprise

惊讶

Meaning

a sudden and unexpected event or situation

Example

His arrival was a pleasant surprise.

他的到来是一个愉快的惊讶。

B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

悲伤; 伤痛;

Meaning

a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment

Example

His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.

悲剧后，他的心里充满了悲伤。

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.lər/

Sailor

水手

Meaning

a person who works on a ship or boat; a member of a navy

Example

The experienced sailor navigated the ship through the storm.

经验丰富的水手驾船穿越风暴。

C1 noun /ˌsæl.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

Salutation

问候; 善意的表达

Meaning

a greeting; an expression of goodwill

Example

The letter began with a formal salutation.

这封信以正式的问候开始。

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

怀疑

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

警方以盗窃嫌疑逮捕了他。

C2 adjective /saɪˈdɪəriəl/

sidereal

恒星的

Meaning

Relating to the stars or constellations; measured relative to the stars.

Example

Astronomers use sidereal time to track the positions of stars.

天文学家使用恒星时间来追踪星星的位置。

A1 noun /speɪs/

space

空间

Meaning

The dimensions of height, depth, and width within which all things exist and move.

Example

Space exploration expands human knowledge.

太空探索扩展了人类的知识。

B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

可能的情境

Meaning

a possible situation or sequence of events

Example

The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.

公司为最坏的情况做了准备。

B2 noun /strɪp/

Strip

一条长而窄的布、纸、塑料或其他材料带

Meaning

a long narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or other material

Example

She tore a strip of paper from the notebook.

她从笔记本上撕下一条纸带。

C1 adjective /ˈsɒljʊbəl/

soluble

可溶的

Meaning

able to be dissolved, especially in water

Example

Sugar is soluble in water.

糖在水中可溶。

A2 noun /ˈsoʊ.fə/

Sofa

沙发

Meaning

a long upholstered seat for more than one person

Example

The family gathered on the sofa to watch TV.

全家人聚在沙发上看电视。

B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

播种

Meaning

to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing

Example

The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.

农民明天将在田地里播种小麦种子。

B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

学术的

Meaning

Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.

Example

He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.

他写了一篇关于古代哲学的学术文章。

B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

安全

Meaning

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

Example

Food security is essential for human survival.

食品安全对人类生存至关重要。

C2 adjective /ˈsɪbɪlaɪn/

sibylline

希比林

Meaning

Prophetic, mysterious, or cryptic in meaning.

Example

The old woman gave a sibylline warning about the future.

那位老妇人对未来做出了一个希比林的警告。

B1 noun ˈstrætədʒi

strategy

战略

Meaning

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

Example

The strategy ensured success.

该战略确保了成功。

C1 noun /stɛntʃ/

stench

臭味

Meaning

A very strong and unpleasant smell.

Example

The stench of garbage filled the alley.

垃圾的臭味充满了小巷。

B1 adjective /ˈsuːtəbl/

suitable

合适

Meaning

appropriate or right for a particular person, purpose, or situation

Example

This dress is suitable for the wedding.

这件裙子适合婚礼。

C1 noun /ˌsæl.ɪ.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

salinization

盐分增加

Meaning

The process of increasing salt content in soil.

Example

Excessive irrigation can cause salinization of farmland.

过度灌溉可能导致农田盐分增加。

C1 verb /ʃɜːrk/

shirk

逃避

Meaning

to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility

Example

He always tries to shirk his responsibilities at work.

他总是尽力避免工作中的责任。

C1 verb /ˌsuːpərɪmˈpoʊz/

superimpose

叠加

Meaning

to place one thing on top of another so that both can be seen

Example

The editor superimposed text over the image.

编辑将文本叠加在图片上。

C1 adjective /ˌsʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/

subconscious

潜意识

Meaning

Of or concerning the part of the mind which one is not fully aware of but which influences actions and feelings.

Example

Fears often come from the subconscious mind.

恐惧常常来自潜意识。

C1 verb /ˈsælvɪdʒ/

salvage

挽救

Meaning

To save something from loss, damage, or destruction.

Example

They managed to salvage some goods from the fire.

他们成功地从火灾中挽救了一些货物。

B1 adjective /ˈsensəbəl/

Sensible

明智的; 实际的; 合理的

Meaning

having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable

Example

It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain.

带伞是明智的，因为可能会下雨。

A1 verb /steɪ/

stay

停留

Meaning

to remain in the same place; to continue being

Example

Please stay here until I return.

请留在这里直到我回来。

C1 adjective /ˌsækrɪˈfɪʃəl/

sacrificial

祭献的

Meaning

Relating to or involving sacrifice.

Example

The lamb was used as a sacrificial offering in the ritual.

这只羊在仪式中被用作祭献的礼物。

B2 noun speɪs ɪksplɔːˈreɪʃən

space exploration

太空探索

Meaning

The investigation of outer space by means of manned and unmanned spacecraft.

Example

Space exploration has expanded our knowledge of the universe.

太空探索拓展了我们对宇宙的认识。

C2 verb /ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

subjugate

征服

Meaning

To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.

Example

The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.

帝国试图征服邻国。

C1 verb /skɔːrtʃ/

scorch

烧焦

Meaning

to burn the surface of something slightly

Example

The fire scorched the walls of the building.

火焰烧焦了建筑物的墙壁。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊ.vi.ət/

soviet

苏联的

Meaning

relating to the Soviet Union or its government

Example

The Soviet era saw significant changes in Eastern Europe.

苏联时代见证了东欧的重大变化。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪtʃueɪtɪd/

situated

位于

Meaning

located in a particular place or position

Example

The hotel is situated near the beach.

酒店位于海滩附近。

C1 adjective /stjuːˈpɛndəs/

stupendous

惊人的

Meaning

extremely impressive; amazing in size, degree, or excellence

Example

The magician’s performance was simply stupendous.

魔术师的表演简直是惊人的。

A1 noun /suːp/

Soup

汤

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 noun /ˈsaɪnəs/

sinus

鼻窦

Meaning

A cavity within a bone or tissue, especially those in the bones of the face connected with the nasal cavities.

Example

He suffered from a sinus infection that caused headaches.

他因鼻窦感染而痛苦，导致头痛。

B1 noun /ˈswɛtʃɜːrt/

sweatshirt

运动衫

Meaning

A casual, long-sleeved pullover garment, typically made of cotton or fleece, worn for warmth or comfort.

Example

He wore a grey sweatshirt while jogging in the park.

他在公园慢跑时穿着灰色的斯威特衫。

B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保护措施

Meaning

measure or action designed to protect someone or something

Example

New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.

已实施新的保护措施以防止数据泄露。

C1 noun /ˈspaɪər/

spire

尖顶

Meaning

a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially a church

Example

The church spire could be seen from miles away.

教堂的尖顶从远处可见。

C1 verb/noun /ˈsɒldər/

solder

焊接

Meaning

To join metal parts together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint

Example

He soldered the broken wires back together.

他将断裂的电线重新焊接在一起。

A2 noun /steɪdʒ/

stage

舞台

Meaning

a raised platform or area for performances or presentations

Example

The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his speech.

演员登上舞台，发表他的演讲。

C2 noun /ˈstriːmlɪt/

streamlet

小溪

Meaning

a small stream; a tiny brook or rivulet

Example

A streamlet flowed through the meadow.

小溪流经草地。

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。

C1 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.ləs/

Shameless

无耻的

Meaning

having no shame; bold and rude; impudent

Example

The shameless politician refused to apologize for his mistakes.

那个无耻的政治家拒绝为他的错误道歉。

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。

A2 noun /smɔːl boʊl/

Small bowl

小碗

Meaning

a round, shallow container of small size used for serving food or liquids

Example

She served the soup in a small bowl.

她把汤倒在一个小碗里。

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。

B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

陈旧的; 过时的; 不新鲜的

Meaning

no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty

Example

The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.

面包放了三天后变得陈旧。

A2 noun /saɪt/

sight

视力

Meaning

the ability to see or something that is seen

Example

The sight of the sunset took her breath away.

日落的景象让她屏住了呼吸。

C2 verb /ˈstræɡəl/

straggle

不规则地移动

Meaning

To move or spread in an irregular, scattered, or untidy way.

Example

The children began to straggle behind on the long hike.

孩子们开始在漫长的徒步旅行中掉队。

C2 noun /ˌsuː.pɚˈfluː.ə.t̬i/

superfluity

过剩

Meaning

An excessive amount of something; more than what is needed.

Example

The room was filled with a superfluity of decorations.

房间里充满了过多的装饰。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剑

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

骑士拔出了剑来保护城堡。

B2 verb /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

simplify

简化

Meaning

to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity

Example

The teacher simplified the complex equation for the students.

老师为学生简化了复杂的方程。

B2 adjective /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

震撼的; 极其印象深刻的

Meaning

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive

Example

The sensational performance left the audience speechless.

这场震撼的表演让观众哑口无言。

B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərəl

structural

结构性

Meaning

Relating to or forming part of a structure.

Example

The structural integrity of the bridge was tested after the storm.

桥梁的结构完整性在暴风雨后经过测试。

B2 noun /ˈsɪmpəθi/

Sympathy

同情

Meaning

feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune

Example

She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.

她对事故的受害者表达了同情。

C2 noun /sɪlf/

sylph

空灵精灵

Meaning

A mythical spirit of the air; also refers to a slender, graceful woman.

Example

She moved across the stage like a sylph, light and graceful.

她像一个空灵精灵一样轻盈而优雅地在舞台上移动。

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.

B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

世界七大奇迹

Meaning

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

Example

The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.

世界七大奇迹反映了人类的辉煌。

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。

C2 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈkɒn.ʃəs/

semiconscious

半意识的

Meaning

Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.

Example

He was semiconscious after the accident and could barely respond.

他在事故后半意识清醒，几乎无法回应。

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。

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。

C2 noun /ˌsɪləbɪˈkeɪʃən/

syllabication

音节划分

Meaning

The division of words into syllables.

Example

Proper syllabication helps in correct pronunciation.

正确的音节划分有助于正确发音。

C2 noun /ˈsʊrmə fɪʃ/

Surma fish

苏尔马鱼

Meaning

a freshwater fish species found in the Surma river system of Bangladesh and northeastern India

Example

Surma fish is native to the rivers of Sylhet region.

苏尔马鱼是西莱特地区河流的本土鱼类。

A2 verb /saɪn/

sign

签名

Meaning

to write your name on something to show agreement or approval; to make a gesture with meaning

Example

Please sign the contract at the bottom of the page.

请在页面底部签署合同。

A2 noun səˈsaɪəti

society

社会

Meaning

The aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community.

Example

Society plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual's values.

社会在塑造个体价值观方面发挥着重要作用。

B2 adjective /ˈʃæb.i/

Shabby

破旧的; 状况差的; 显示磨损迹象的; 不公平或残忍的

Meaning

worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean

Example

His shabby clothes showed that he had been traveling for days.

他的破旧衣服显示他已经旅行了几天。

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。

C1 noun /ˈskwɒtər/

squatter

非法占领者

Meaning

a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land

Example

The police removed the squatters from the abandoned house.

警方将非法占领者从废弃的房屋中驱逐了出去。

C1 adjective /səˈriːn/

serene

宁静和平和

Meaning

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.

Example

The lake had a serene and peaceful atmosphere.

湖泊有着宁静和平和的气氛。

B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

滑板车

Meaning

a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity

Example

She rides a scooter to work every day.

她每天骑滑板车去上班。

C1 noun /sleɪ/

sleigh

雪橇

Meaning

A vehicle pulled by horses or reindeer over snow or ice.

Example

Children were excited to ride in the sleigh through the snowy village.

孩子们兴奋地在雪地小村庄里骑上雪橇。

A2 noun ˈsaɪən.tɪst

scientist

科学家

Meaning

A person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences.

Example

The scientist proposed data-driven reforms.

这位科学家提出了基于数据的改革。

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 /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。

C2 noun /səbˈsɜːviəns/

subservience

奴性

Meaning

the condition of being too willing to obey or serve others

Example

His subservience to authority annoyed his colleagues.

他对权威的奴性让同事们感到烦恼。

B2 verb /swaɪp/

swipe

滑动

Meaning

to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion

Example

He swiped left on the photo.

他在照片上向左滑动。

C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ˈraɪtʃəs/

self-righteous

自以为是

Meaning

Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one’s own beliefs are the only right ones.

Example

His self-righteous comments made everyone uncomfortable.

他的自以为是的评论让每个人都感到不舒服。

C1 noun /stɪnt/

stint

短期工作

Meaning

a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity

Example

She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad.

她在搬到国外之前做了一段短时间的教师工作。

C2 noun /ˈsækrɪsti/

sacristy

圣器室

Meaning

a room in a church where sacred vessels and vestments are kept

Example

The priest entered the sacristy before the mass began.

神父在弥撒开始前进入了圣器室。

B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

补贴

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

政府提供燃料补贴以控制价格。

C2 noun /ˈsɔː.dər/

Sawder

奉承; 奉承的话

Meaning

flattering or wheedling talk; soft soap

Example

His sawder couldn't convince anyone of his sincerity.

他的奉承无法说服任何人相信他的真诚。

C1 verb /ˈstaɪfl/

stifle

抑制

Meaning

to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate

Example

She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting.

她试图在严肃的会议中抑制笑声。

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。

C1 noun /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/

shrinkage

收缩

Meaning

The process of becoming smaller in size, amount, or value.

Example

The company reported a shrinkage in profits this quarter.

公司报告了本季度利润的收缩。

C1 noun /ʃeɪl/

shale

页岩

Meaning

a fine-grained sedimentary rock that can be split into thin layers

Example

The region is rich in shale and natural gas deposits.

该地区富含页岩和天然气储备。

B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

系统的

Meaning

Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.

Example

The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.

公司采取了系统的方法来解决问题。

A2 noun /ˈsɪl.vər/

Silver

银

Meaning

a shiny white precious metal used for making jewelry and ornaments

Example

The silver ring sparkled in the sunlight.

银戒指在阳光下闪闪发光。

C1 adjective /spəˈrædɪk/

sporadic

零星

Meaning

Occurring irregularly or in scattered instances rather than continuously.

Example

The region experienced sporadic rain showers throughout the week.

该地区经历了整整一周的零星降雨。

C2 adjective /sɛnˈtɛnʃəs/

sententious

道德主义的；说教的

Meaning

Given to moralizing in a pompous or affected manner.

Example

His sententious remarks annoyed the audience.

他的道德主义言论让观众感到厌烦。

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 verb /stɜːr/

stir

搅拌

Meaning

to mix or move something in a circular motion, especially in liquid

Example

She stirred the soup to make sure it didn't burn.

她搅拌汤，以确保它不会烧焦。

B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

顺畅地; 没有问题

Meaning

without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way

Example

The car runs smoothly on the new highway.

汽车在新高速公路上顺畅行驶。

C1 adjective /ˈskrɔːni/

scrawny

瘦弱

Meaning

very thin and bony, often looking unhealthy

Example

The scrawny boy could barely lift the heavy bag.

那个瘦弱的男孩几乎无法提起沉重的包。

C1 noun /sɪr/

seer

预言者

Meaning

A person who is supposed to be able to see what will happen in the future; a prophet.

Example

The seer predicted a great change in the kingdom.

预言者预测了王国的重大变化。