C1 adjective /ˈtæk.taɪl/

tactile

触觉的

Meaning

Connected with the sense of touch; perceptible by touch or giving a sensation when touched.

Example

The tactile experience of the fabric was soft and smooth.

面料的触觉体验柔软而光滑。

B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

推理

Meaning

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Example

His deduction from the evidence was accurate.

他的推理基于证据是准确的。

C2 verb /bɪˈsmɪər/

besmear

弄脏

Meaning

to smear or cover with a sticky or dirty substance; to soil

Example

His clothes were besmeared with mud.

他的衣服沾满了泥巴。

B1 verb /kəmˈbaɪn/

combine

合并

Meaning

To bring two or more things together to form a single unit.

Example

They decided to combine their resources for the project.

他们决定将他们的资源合并到该项目中。

B2 noun /lɪm/

limb

肢体

Meaning

an arm or leg of a person or animal; a large branch of a tree

Example

He broke a limb while climbing the tree.

他在爬树时摔断了一只肢体。

C1 adjective /ˈmiːɡər/

meager

贫乏

Meaning

Lacking in quantity or quality; inadequate.

Example

He could barely survive on his meager salary.

他几乎无法靠他微薄的薪水生存。

B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

小萝卜

Meaning

a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin

Example

The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.

农民从花园里收获了新鲜的小萝卜。

C1 noun /hɪpˈnoʊsɪs/

hypnosis

催眠

Meaning

A trance-like state of consciousness usually induced by suggestion.

Example

She underwent hypnosis to overcome her fear of flying.

她进行了催眠，以克服她对飞行的恐惧。

B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

竞争，主张

Meaning

to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly

Example

Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.

来自世界各地的运动员为冠军而争斗。

C2 adjective /ˈfrɒlɪksəm/

Frolicsome

顽皮的; 快乐的; 活泼的

Meaning

joyful; playful; merry; cheerful

Example

The frolicsome children laughed and played in the park.

顽皮的孩子们在公园里笑着玩耍。

C2 adjective /tɒnˈsɔːriəl/

tonsorial

与理发师有关

Meaning

relating to barbers or hairdressing

Example

The town's new barber offered a wide range of tonsorial services.

这座城市的新理发师提供了广泛的理发服务。

B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

症状

Meaning

signs or indications of a disease or condition

Example

Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.

发烧和咳嗽是流感的常见症状。

C1 adjective /ˈnɪp.i/

Nippy

寒冷; 刺骨; 快速且灵活的动作

Meaning

cold; chilly; quick and agile in movement

Example

It's quite nippy outside today, you should wear a jacket.

今天外面相当寒冷，你应该穿上夹克。

C1 verb /prəˈlɪf.ə.reɪt/

proliferate

扩散

Meaning

To increase rapidly in numbers; to grow or spread quickly and extensively.

Example

Startups tend to proliferate in a thriving economy.

初创公司在繁荣的经济中往往会迅速扩展。

A2 verb /rɪˈplaɪ/

reply

Meaning

to give an answer; to respond

Example

She replies to emails quickly.

她快速回复电子邮件。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbreɪs/

embrace

拥抱

Meaning

to hold someone closely in your arms; to accept willingly

Example

She embraced her friend at the airport.

她在机场拥抱了她的朋友。

B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

知识分子

Meaning

People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.

Example

Intellectuals protested against the dominance.

知识分子反对霸权。

B1 noun /pɪl/

pill

药丸

Meaning

a small round piece of medicine to be swallowed

Example

He took a pill to relieve his headache.

他吃了一颗药丸来缓解头痛。

B1 noun /bʌlb/

bulb

Meaning

a rounded glass part of an electric lamp that produces light when lit; also an underground storage organ in some plants

Example

The light bulb burned out, so she replaced it with a new one.

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。

C1 adjective /əˈtjuːnd/

attuned

敏感的 / 调整好的

Meaning

Being receptive or sensitive to something; well adjusted or in harmony.

Example

She is attuned to the needs of her students.

她对学生的需求很敏感。

C2 adjective /ˈbʌlbəs/

bulbous

膨胀的 / 圆形的

Meaning

Bulging, round, or swollen in shape; resembling a bulb.

Example

The frog had a bulbous nose and big eyes.

青蛙有一个膨胀的鼻子和大眼睛。

C2 adjective /ˈpɪrɪk/

pyrrhic

皮洛斯式胜利

Meaning

A victory won at such a great cost that it is almost equivalent to defeat.

Example

The general declared the battle a pyrrhic victory due to heavy losses.

由于巨大的损失，指挥官宣布战斗为皮洛斯式胜利。

C2 noun /ˈprɒvəndər/

provender

牲畜食物

Meaning

food or provisions, especially for livestock

Example

The barn was filled with provender for the cattle.

谷仓里装满了牲畜的食物。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈtoʊld/

Untold

不可计数的; 无尽的

Meaning

very great in amount or degree; countless; immeasurable

Example

The earthquake caused untold damage to the city.

地震对城市造成了无法计数的损害。

B2 noun /ˈheɪ.trəd/

Hatred

仇恨

Meaning

intense dislike or ill will; a feeling of strong aversion

Example

His hatred for injustice motivated him to become a human rights lawyer.

他对不公正的仇恨促使他成为了一名人权律师。

C2 adjective /ˈməʊdɪʃ/

modish

时髦的

Meaning

conforming to or following current fashion or style

Example

She wore a modish outfit that caught everyone’s attention.

她穿了一件时髦的衣服，引起了所有人的注意。

C2 noun /dɛnˈdrɒlədʒi/

dendrology

Meaning

the scientific study of trees and woody plants

Example

He is studying dendrology at the university.

A2 noun /lɔː/

Law

法律

Meaning

a rule or system of rules recognized by a country or community as regulating the actions of its members

Example

Everyone must obey the law.

每个人都必须遵守法律。

C2 noun /fəˈlɪsɪti/

felicity

幸福

Meaning

intense happiness; the ability to find appropriate expression for one's thoughts

Example

She was known for her felicity in conversation and cheerful nature.

她因在对话中的幸福和开朗的性格而闻名。

C2 noun /ˈhɔːzər/

hawser

用于系船或拖船的粗绳

Meaning

A thick rope or cable used in mooring or towing a ship.

Example

The sailors secured the ship to the dock with a heavy hawser.

水手们用一根重的豪泽把船固定在码头。

C2 noun /ˈræbəl/

Rabble

乌合之众

Meaning

a disorderly crowd; the common people regarded as socially inferior

Example

The politician dismissed the protesters as mere rabble.

政治家将抗议者视为仅仅是乌合之众。

C2 adjective /ˈmɔːdlɪn/

maudlin

过于伤感

Meaning

Overly sentimental, often tearfully or weakly emotional.

Example

He became maudlin after a few drinks.

他喝了几杯后变得情绪化。

C1 noun /ˈdʒʊərər/

juror

陪审员

Meaning

a member of a jury who is chosen to hear evidence in a legal case and help make a decision

Example

The juror listened carefully to the witness’s testimony.

陪审员仔细听取了证人的证词。

B2 noun /dʌv/

Dove

鸽子

Meaning

a small, gentle bird with soft cooing sounds, often white and symbolizing peace

Example

The white dove flew peacefully across the blue sky.

白鸽平静地飞翔在蓝天上。

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

自治

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

自治是一个主要的要求。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Distinguished

杰出; 荣誉的; 著名的; 拥有尊严的外观或举止

Meaning

notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner

Example

He is a distinguished professor at the university.

他是大学里一位杰出的教授。

C2 noun /bɪsk/

bisque

海鲜浓汤

Meaning

A rich, creamy soup made from shellfish.

Example

We ordered lobster bisque at the restaurant.

我们在餐厅点了龙虾浓汤。

C2 adjective /ɪmˈpæsɪbəl/

impassible

不可忍受的

Meaning

Incapable of suffering or feeling pain (used mainly in theological or philosophical contexts).

Example

Some philosophers argue that God is impassible and cannot experience human emotions.

一些哲学家认为上帝是不可忍受的，无法体验人类的情感。

C1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ ˈmaɪn.dɪd/

Narrow-minded

心胸狭窄

Meaning

unwilling to consider new ideas; prejudiced; intolerant; having a limited perspective

Example

His narrow-minded attitude prevented him from accepting new ideas.

他的心胸狭窄使他无法接受新想法。

B2 noun /ɡriːd/

Greed

贪婪

Meaning

intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food

Example

His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions.

他对金钱的贪婪让他做出了不道德的商业决策。

B2 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/

compose

创作

Meaning

to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself

Example

She composes beautiful songs.

她创作美丽的歌曲。

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.ɪt/

Merit

优点; 美德; 值得表扬的品质

Meaning

The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially deserving praise, reward, or attention

Example

She was promoted based on her merit and hard work.

她是基于自己的优点和努力工作获得晋升的。

C1 noun /kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfi/

cartography

制图学

Meaning

The science or practice of drawing maps.

Example

She studied cartography at university to learn how to design maps.

她在大学学习制图学，以便学会设计地图。

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

进步

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

技术进步塑造了未来。

C1 noun, verb /bʌldʒ/

bulge

Meaning

A swelling or protruding part; to swell outward or protrude.

Example

The bag began to bulge with too many books inside.

B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

尽管如此

Meaning

in spite of that; nevertheless

Example

It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.

下着雨，但尽管如此，他们还是去远足了。

C2 noun /ˈdoʊtɪdʒ/

dotage

暮年

Meaning

The period of old age, especially when one is weak or senile.

Example

He spent his dotage reminiscing about his youth.

他度过了自己的暮年，回忆着自己的青春。

C1 noun /ˈen.mə.ti/

Enmity

仇恨

Meaning

a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility

Example

The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.

两家族之间的仇恨持续了几代人。

A2 noun /ˈɛləˌveɪtər/

elevator

电梯

Meaning

a machine that carries people or goods up and down between floors in a building

Example

We took the elevator to the tenth floor.

我们乘坐电梯到达了第十层。

C1 noun prɪˈzɝː.və.tɪv

preservative

防腐剂

Meaning

A chemical substance that prevents decay, fermentation, or other natural processes that cause food deterioration.

Example

Artificial preservatives are harmful to health.

人工防腐剂对健康有害。

C1 noun ˌɒp.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

optimization

优化

Meaning

Improving processes to increase performance and efficiency.

Example

SEO optimization helps websites rank higher on search engines.

SEO优化帮助网站在搜索引擎中排名更高。

C1 verb /ɪnˈvoʊk/

invoke

呼叫

Meaning

to call upon a higher power, authority, or principle for help, support, or justification

Example

The lawyer invoked the constitution to defend his client.

律师援引宪法来为他的客户辩护。

B2 adverb /ˈɑːɡjuːəbli/

arguably

可以说

Meaning

used to say that a statement is open to argument or is considered true by many people

Example

She is arguably the most talented player on the team.

她可以说是队里最有天赋的球员。

B1 noun /ˈɛldər/

elder

长者

Meaning

a person who is older or has higher rank; an older person in a family or community

Example

We should always respect our elders.

我们应该永远尊敬我们的长辈。

B2 verb /skriːtʃ/

screech

发出尖锐的声音

Meaning

to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound

Example

The car screeched to a halt.

那辆车发出了刺耳的声音并猛地停下。

C2 noun /ˈneɪvəri/

knavery

欺诈

Meaning

dishonest or deceitful behavior; trickery

Example

The politician’s knavery was exposed by the media.

政治家的欺诈被媒体揭露了。

C2 noun /ˈɡʌmp.ʃən/

gumption

勇气, 创新

Meaning

Courage, resourcefulness, or initiative.

Example

It takes real gumption to start your own business.

创业需要真正的勇气。

C2 verb əˈtɛn.ju.eɪt

attenuate

减轻

Meaning

To reduce the force, effect, or value of something; to make weak or thin.

Example

The medicine helps attenuate the pain.

这种药有助于缓解疼痛。

B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

恰当地

Meaning

in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation

Example

She was dressed appropriately for the event.

她为活动穿着得体。

B2 noun /temp.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

Temptation

诱惑

Meaning

the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something

Example

He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake.

他抵抗了吃掉整块巧克力蛋糕的诱惑。

B1 noun /per/

Pear

梨

Meaning

a sweet juicy fruit with a rounded shape that is wider at the bottom than the top

Example

She enjoyed a fresh pear from the orchard.

她享受着来自果园的新鲜梨子。

C1 verb ɪˈnɔː.ɡjə.reɪ.tɪd

inaugurated

开幕

Meaning

Begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period) formally.

Example

The organization was inaugurated officially.

该组织已正式开幕。

B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

目标导向

Meaning

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

Example

Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.

目标导向是成功的关键。

B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

photo

照片

Meaning

a picture or image captured by a camera

Example

I took a photo of the sunset.

我拍了一张日落的照片。

B1 noun ˈɪn.də.stri

industry

工业

Meaning

Economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories.

Example

The industry focuses on luxury experiences.

该工业专注于奢侈品体验。

B1 verb /weɪ/

weigh

称重

Meaning

to measure the weight of something; to consider carefully

Example

Please weigh the package before shipping.

请在发货前称重包裹。

C2 adjective /ˌæp.rɪˈhen.sə.bəl/

Apprehensible

可理解的

Meaning

able to be understood or grasped; comprehensible

Example

The complex theory became apprehensible after the professor's explanation.

复杂的理论在教授的讲解后变得可理解。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsəri/

promissory

承诺的

Meaning

Containing or conveying a promise, especially in writing.

Example

He signed a promissory note to repay the loan.

他签署了还款承诺书。

B2 noun /ɪkˈses/

Excess

过剩; 多余

Meaning

an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable

Example

The excess food from the party was donated to the local shelter.

派对剩余的食物被捐赠给了当地的庇护所。

A2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒənt/

intelligent

聪明的

Meaning

Having or showing high mental capacity, quick to learn and understand.

Example

She is one of the most intelligent students in the class.

她是班上最聪明的学生之一。

C2 verb /koʊˈhɪr/

cohere

结合

Meaning

To stick together; to be united logically or physically.

Example

The ideas in his essay cohere well.

他文章中的观点很好地结合在一起。

B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

呼吁; 申请; 吸引力

Meaning

a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting

Example

The charity made an appeal for donations.

慈善机构发起了一个捐赠的呼吁。

C1 noun /swiːt.laɪm/

Sweetlime

甜酸橙

Meaning

a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime

Example

The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day.

甜橙汁在炎热的天气里令人耳目一新。

B2 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

认知的

Meaning

Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.

Example

Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.

认知功能通过练习和学习得到改善。

C2 noun /ˈtrɪp.lɪ.kət/

triplicate

三份副本

Meaning

A set of three identical copies of something.

Example

The documents were prepared in triplicate for official use.

文件为官方使用已准备成三份。

C1 noun /ˈpeɪθɒs/

pathos

悲悯

Meaning

a quality in speech, writing, or events that evokes pity or deep emotion

Example

The documentary balanced pathos with hope, making the audience both weep and think.

这部纪录片平衡了悲悯与希望，使观众既流泪又思考。

B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/

viewer

观众

Meaning

a person who watches something, especially television or video content

Example

The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.

观众可以使用遥控器切换频道。

B2 noun /ˈoʊvərpæs/

overpass

立交桥

Meaning

A bridge that carries one road or railway over another.

Example

The new overpass reduced traffic congestion in the city.

新的立交桥减少了城市的交通拥堵。

C2 noun /ˈɜːrtʃɪn/

urchin

街头小孩

Meaning

a mischievous or poorly dressed child, often from the streets

Example

The ragged urchins played by the riverbank.

那些穿着破烂的街头小孩在河边玩耍。

C1 noun ˌoʊ.vɚˈɡreɪ.zɪŋ

overgrazing

过度放牧

Meaning

The practice of allowing livestock to graze to the point of damaging vegetation.

Example

Overgrazing leads to soil erosion and loss of biodiversity.

过度放牧导致土壤侵蚀和生物多样性的丧失。

C2 adjective /ˈfɛstəl/

festal

节日的，庆祝的

Meaning

relating to a festival or celebration

Example

The hall was decorated in a festal manner for the wedding.

婚礼的大厅被装饰得节日气氛十足。

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

对抗

Meaning

a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition

Example

The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.

两位领导人之间的对抗以没有任何协议结束。

C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈkɒnsɪləbl/

irreconcilable

不可调和的

Meaning

impossible to make compatible or bring into harmony; unable to resolve differences

Example

The couple separated due to irreconcilable differences.

这对夫妇因不可调和的分歧而分开。

C2 verb /əˈdʒʊər/

adjure

命令

Meaning

to urge or command someone solemnly, often under oath or a strong sense of duty

Example

The witness was adjured to tell the truth in court.

证人被要求在法庭上讲真话。

C1 verb /ɪmˈploʊd/

implode

内爆

Meaning

To collapse or burst inward violently.

Example

The old building imploded during the demolition.

老建筑在拆除时发生了内爆。

C1 adjective draʊt rɪˈzɪs.tənt

drought-resistant

抗旱

Meaning

Able to survive and grow despite limited water availability or drought conditions.

Example

Drought-resistant crops can survive in arid conditions.

抗旱作物可以在干旱条件下生存。

C1 noun /ˌluː.mɪˈnɒs.ɪ.ti/

luminosity

光度

Meaning

The intrinsic brightness of a celestial object; the quality of emitting light.

Example

The luminosity of the star was measured with advanced instruments.

星星的光度通过先进的仪器进行了测量。

C1 adjective /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

多方面的

Meaning

many and of several different types; multiple; various

Example

The project has manifold benefits for the community.

这个项目对社区有多方面的好处。

C2 verb /ɪˈvɜːrt/

evert

翻转向外

Meaning

To turn inside out or outward.

Example

The surgeon had to evert the eyelid during the procedure.

外科医生在手术过程中必须翻转眼睑。

B2 verb /ɪˈvækjueɪt/

evacuate

撤离

Meaning

To remove people from a dangerous place to safety.

Example

The residents were ordered to evacuate the building after the fire alarm.

火警响后，居民们被命令撤离大楼。

C2 noun /ˈfriːˌmeɪsən/

freemason

共济会会员

Meaning

A member of an international fraternity known as Freemasonry, focused on moral and spiritual values.

Example

His grandfather was a respected freemason in the community.

他的祖父是社区中受人尊敬的共济会会员。

C1 adjective /ˈɡrɪz.li/

grisly

可怕

Meaning

causing horror or disgust

Example

The police discovered a grisly scene at the crime site.

警方在犯罪现场发现了一个可怕的场景。

B2 noun /ˈbæŋkrʌptsi/

bankruptcy

破产

Meaning

the state of being unable to pay debts owed, declared by a legal process

Example

The company declared bankruptcy after months of financial struggles.

公司在经历了几个月的财务困难后宣布破产。

C1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌliːtər/

centiliter

Meaning

A metric unit of capacity equal to one hundredth of a liter.

Example

The recipe calls for 20 centiliters of milk.

C1 noun /oʊˈveɪʃən/

ovation

掌声

Meaning

an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands

Example

The actor received a standing ovation after his performance.

演员在表演后收到了站立的掌声。

C2 adjective /ɪkˈstɛnsəbl/

extensible

可扩展的

Meaning

able to be extended; capable of expansion.

Example

The software is designed to be extensible with new features.

该软件设计为可以通过新功能扩展。

C1 verb /aʊst/

oust

驱逐

Meaning

To remove someone from a position or place of power or authority.

Example

The rebels ousted the dictator from power.

叛乱者将独裁者赶下台。

A2 noun /sænd/

sand

幸福

Meaning

Small loose grains of crushed rock, found on beaches and deserts.

Example

Children built castles out of sand on the beach.

当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。

C2 noun /ˈfɔːrˌpiːk/

forepeak

船头舱

Meaning

The compartment in the forward part of a ship, often used for storage.

Example

The sailors stored extra ropes in the forepeak.

水手们将额外的绳索存放在船头舱里。

C1 verb ˈɛk.spɪ.daɪt

expedite

加快

Meaning

Make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

Example

The government took steps to expedite the approval process.

政府采取措施以加快审批流程。

C2 verb /ɪnˈθroʊn/

enthrone

加冕

Meaning

to install someone on a throne or to give someone high status

Example

The king was enthroned in a grand ceremony.

国王在盛大的仪式上加冕。

C2 noun /ˈdɪfθɒŋ/

diphthong

双元音

Meaning

A complex vowel sound that begins with one vowel and glides into another within the same syllable.

Example

The word 'coin' contains a diphthong.

单词 'coin' 包含一个双元音。

B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

破旧的

Meaning

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

Example

They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.

他们住在城市边缘的一座破旧的房子里。

B1 preposition /θruːˈaʊt/

throughout

贯穿

Meaning

in every part of a place or during the whole time of an event

Example

She worked throughout the night.

她整夜工作。

B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

兄弟情谊

Meaning

The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests

Example

The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.

士兵们分享了强烈的兄弟情谊。

C2 adjective /ˈliːənaɪn/

leonine

像狮子一样的

Meaning

Of or resembling a lion.

Example

His leonine hair made him stand out in the crowd.

他那像狮子一样的头发让他在人群中显得与众不同。

A2 noun /fɒks/

Fox

狐狸

Meaning

a wild animal related to dogs, with a pointed face and thick fur

Example

The red fox is known for its cunning nature.

红狐以其狡猾的天性而闻名。

B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

污染物

Meaning

A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.

Example

Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.

污染物会导致环境退化。

C1 noun /ˈtrɛmər/

tremor

颤动

Meaning

a slight shaking movement in a person’s body or in the ground

Example

A small tremor was felt before the earthquake.

在地震前感到了轻微的颤动。

C1 adjective /ˌʌnəˈteɪnəbl/

unattainable

无法实现的

Meaning

impossible to achieve, reach, or accomplish

Example

For many, becoming a professional athlete remains an unattainable dream.

对许多人来说，成为职业运动员仍然是一个无法实现的梦想。

B2 verb /dɪˈvaɪz/

devise

设计

Meaning

To plan or invent something carefully.

Example

The engineers devised a new method to reduce costs.

工程师们设计了一种新的方法来降低成本。

C1 adjective /ˌpæθəˈdʒɛnɪk/

pathogenic

致病的

Meaning

Capable of causing disease.

Example

Some bacteria are harmless, while others are highly pathogenic.

有些细菌是无害的，而其他的则是高度致病的。

A2 noun /ˈkrɪk.ɪt/

Cricket

蟋蟀

Meaning

a jumping insect that makes a chirping sound by rubbing its wings together

Example

We could hear crickets chirping in the evening.

我们能在傍晚听到蟋蟀的叫声。

B2 noun /ɪkˈsploʊʒən/

explosion

爆炸

Meaning

a violent burst or release of energy, often causing damage and noise

Example

The explosion shook the entire neighborhood.

爆炸震动了整个社区。

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ/

Widow

寡妇

Meaning

a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again

Example

The widow received support from her family and community.

寡妇得到了她的家人和社区的支持。

A2 noun /ˈɡraʊnd flɔːr/

ground floor

一楼

Meaning

the floor of a building at ground level; the starting level of an organization or activity

Example

The grocery shop is located on the ground floor of the building.

杂货店在一楼。

B2 adjective ˈɛvɪdənt

evident

明显的

Meaning

Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

Example

The result was evident.

结果是显而易见的。

B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsəri/

nursery

托儿所

Meaning

a room or place where young children are cared for

Example

She works in a nursery, taking care of infants.

她在托儿所工作，照顾婴儿。