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B2 adjective /trænˈspærənt/

Transparent

透明的
Meaning
allowing light to pass through; clear and obvious; honest and open
Example
The company maintains transparent business practices.
公司保持透明的商业实践。
B2 noun /ˈklær.ɪ.ti/

clarity

清晰度
Meaning
The quality of being coherent and intelligible; transparency or lucidity.
Example
The speaker's clarity made the concept easy to understand.
演讲者的清晰度使得这个概念变得容易理解。
B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

传输
Meaning
to send or pass something from one place or person to another
Example
The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.
天线可以在长距离上传输信号。
B2 verb /wiːv/

weave

编织
Meaning
to make cloth by interlacing threads; to move in and out
Example
She learned to weave beautiful carpets.
她学会了编织美丽的地毯。
B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

Meaning
to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette
Example
The goat butted the fence with its horns.
B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

投保
Meaning
to provide insurance; to make certain
Example
I need to insure my new car.
我需要为我的新车投保。
B2 noun /hɔːk/

Hawk

猎鹰
Meaning
a bird of prey with broad wings and strong talons used for hunting
Example
The hawk soared high above the field hunting for prey.
猎鹰在田野上空飞翔，寻找猎物。
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

修改
Meaning
to change or alter something; to make partial changes
Example
We need to modify the plan to include more details.
我们需要修改计划以包括更多细节。
B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小溪
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
我们在离家很近的小溪旁钓鱼。
B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

global initiatives

全球倡议
Meaning
Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.
Example
Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices.
全球倡议激发了更好的废物管理实践。
B2 noun /ɡʌm/

Gum

牙龈; 粘稠物质
Meaning
the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion
Example
The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.
牙医检查了她的牙龈，寻找是否有疾病迹象。
B2 noun /ɪnˈdɔːrs.mənt/

endorsement

支持
Meaning
A public or official statement of support or approval.
Example
The celebrity's endorsement increased the product's sales.
名人的支持增加了产品的销售。
B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近
Meaning
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Example
The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.
学校离她家很近，这使得它很方便。
B2 noun /ˈskriːnɪŋ/

screening

筛查或放映
Meaning
the act of examining or testing people to detect disease or evaluate suitability; a showing of a movie or program
Example
The hospital offered free health screening for all employees.
医院为所有员工提供了免费的健康筛查。
B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

主导
Meaning
to have power or control over something or someone
Example
The company dominates the smartphone market.
这家公司主导了智能手机市场。
B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tə.bəl/

Respectable

体面
Meaning
worthy of respect; having good reputation; decent
Example
He comes from a respectable family in the community.
他来自社区一个体面的家庭。
B2 noun /dʒʌŋk/

Junk

垃圾; 废品
Meaning
old or discarded articles that are considered useless or of little value; things of poor quality
Example
He cleaned out the garage and threw away all the old junk.
他清理了车库，扔掉了所有旧的垃圾。
B2 adjective ˈhæzədəs

hazardous

危险的
Meaning
Dangerous, risky, or potentially harmful
Example
Hazardous pollutants increase health risks.
危险的污染物增加健康风险。
B2 noun /ˈkruː.əl.ti/

Cruelty

残忍; 非人道的待遇; 导致疼痛的行为
Meaning
behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel
Example
The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming to animals.
纪录片揭示了工厂养殖对动物的残忍行为。
B2 adjective /ˈveɪ.kənt/

Vacant

空的；未占用的；可用的
Meaning
empty; not occupied; available
Example
There is a vacant apartment on the second floor.
在二楼有一个空置的公寓。
B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

刺
Meaning
a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance
Example
Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.
小心玫瑰丛中的刺。
B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

Meaning
To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.
Example
Birds migrate south during the winter.
B2 noun ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

benchmark

基准
Meaning
A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.
Example
Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.
萨巴赫·阿尔·艾哈迈德海港城市在可持续性方面设立了基准。
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

制造商
Meaning
A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.
Example
The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.
制造商为全球市场生产汽车。
B2 adjective /ˈduː.əl/

Dual

双重的
Meaning
having two parts or consisting of two elements; double
Example
She has dual citizenship of both countries.
她拥有两个国家的双重国籍。
B2 verb /rɒt/

rot

腐烂
Meaning
to decay or decompose; to become corrupt
Example
The fruit will rot if left in the sun.
水果如果暴露在阳光下会腐烂。
B2 adjective /ˈlɪb.ər.əl/

Liberal

自由的; 宽容的; 慷慨的; 思维进步的
Meaning
open-minded; tolerant; generous; progressive in thinking
Example
She has a liberal attitude towards different cultures and beliefs.
她对不同文化和信仰持有自由的态度。
B2 adjective /prəˈɡrɛsɪv/

progressive

进步的
Meaning
favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving
Example
She holds progressive views on social justice and equality.
她对社会公正和平等持有进步的观点。
B2 adjective /ˈdræs.tɪk/

Drastic

剧烈的; 严重的; 产生强烈或深远影响的
Meaning
extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect
Example
The company took drastic measures to reduce costs.
公司采取了剧烈的措施来减少成本。
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

无缝
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
无缝结账流程提高了用户满意度。
B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

阅兵, 展示
Meaning
to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off
Example
The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.
士兵们在独立日游行中阅兵。
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 ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒气体
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
来自工业的有毒气体导致空气污染。
B2 noun rɪˈsɛʃ.ən

recession

经济衰退
Meaning
A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.
Example
The country faced a severe recession due to the financial crisis.
由于金融危机，该国面临严重的经济衰退。
B2 noun /ˌsuː.pərˈstɪʃ.ən/

Superstition

迷信
Meaning
a belief or practice considered irrational or supernatural
Example
Breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck is a common superstition.
打破镜子带来七年的厄运，这是一种常见的迷信。
B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

鹰嘴豆
Meaning
chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed
Example
She cooked gram curry for lunch today.
她今天为午餐做了鹰嘴豆咖喱。
B2 noun /slʌm/

Slum

贫民窟
Meaning
a poor urban area with substandard housing and squalid conditions
Example
The government is working to improve conditions in the slum.
政府正在努力改善贫民区的条件。
B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

分离；隔离；拆分
Meaning
the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements
Example
The separation of the two countries was peaceful.
两个国家的分离是和平的。
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。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrk/

embark

开始
Meaning
to begin a journey, project, or activity
Example
She decided to embark on a new career in medicine.
她决定开始医学领域的新事业。
B2 noun /ˈɡlæmər/

glamor

魅力
Meaning
An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.
Example
The glamor of city life attracts many young people.
城市生活的魅力吸引了许多年轻人。
B2 verb /ˈbætər/

batter

反复打击
Meaning
To strike repeatedly with force.
Example
The waves battered the shoreline all night.
波浪整个晚上拍打着海岸线。
B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

水壶
Meaning
a container used for storing or carrying water
Example
The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.
厨房里的水壶装满了新鲜的饮用水。
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/

resilient

韧性
Meaning
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.
Example
Resilient materials ensure durability.
韧性材料确保耐用性。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/

distinctive

独特的
Meaning
having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed
Example
The restaurant is known for its distinctive flavors.
餐厅以其独特的味道而闻名。
B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

神圣的
Meaning
connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship
Example
The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.
这座神圣的寺庙吸引了成千上万名朝圣者前来参观。
B2 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
B2 adjective /stəˈtɪstɪkəl/

statistical

统计的
Meaning
relating to the use or analysis of numerical data
Example
The report provides statistical data about population growth.
报告提供了有关人口增长的统计数据。
B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

咨询
Meaning
to give professional advice or guidance to someone
Example
The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.
老师为学生们提供了关于他们职业选择的建议。
B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

疤痕
Meaning
a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage
Example
The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.
事故在他额头上留下了永久的伤疤。
B2 noun wɜːrld ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ saɪt

World Heritage Site

世界文化遗产地
Meaning
A landmark or area selected by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance.
Example
Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
孙达班是联合国教科文组织的世界文化遗产地。
B2 noun /ˈrɪŋkəl/

Wrinkle

皱纹
Meaning
a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease
Example
She noticed a few wrinkles around her eyes.
她注意到她眼睛周围有几条皱纹。
B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

气旋
Meaning
a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm
Example
The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.
气旋在沿海地区造成了严重的洪水。
B2 verb /ɪˈlɛkt/

elect

选举
Meaning
To choose someone for a position or office by voting.
Example
The citizens elected a new president.
公民选举了新总统。
B2 noun /ʌnˈkaɪndnəs/

unkindness

不友善
Meaning
lack of kindness; cruel or inconsiderate behavior
Example
His unkindness hurt her feelings deeply.
他的不友善深深伤害了她的感情。
B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

有资格的
Meaning
Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.
只有有资格的候选人才会被考虑任命。
B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

儿科医生
Meaning
a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children
Example
The pediatrician examined the child carefully.
儿科医生仔细地检查了孩子。
B2 noun /ˈdɛltə/

delta

三角洲
Meaning
A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.
Example
The Nile Delta is one of the most fertile regions in Egypt.
尼罗河三角洲是埃及最肥沃的地区之一。
B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

激活
Meaning
the act of making something start functioning
Example
The activation of the system took longer than expected.
系统的激活比预期的时间更长。
B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

前任
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
新经理从他的前任的错误中学习。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdjʊər/

endure

忍受
Meaning
to suffer something difficult or unpleasant patiently
Example
He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.
他必须忍受多年的困苦，才能取得成功。
B2 adjective /ɪˈmens/

Immense

巨大的; 庞大的; 无限大的
Meaning
extremely large or great; huge
Example
The immense mountain range stretched across the horizon.
那座巨大的山脉横跨了地平线。
B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

鼓掌
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
观众为表演鼓掌。
B2 adverb /hɛns/

hence

因此
Meaning
for this reason; as a result
Example
She was the best candidate, hence she was chosen for the job.
她是最优秀的候选人，因此她被选中担任这份工作。
B2 verb /kriːp/

creep

爬行
Meaning
to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable
Example
She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.
她悄悄地走上楼梯，以免吵醒任何人。
B2 noun /swiːt/

suite

套房
Meaning
a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose
Example
They stayed in the presidential suite at the hotel.
他们住在酒店的总统套房里。
B2 verb, noun /ˈtæk.əl/

tackle

Meaning
to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down
Example
The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.
B2 adverb /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkli/

economically

经济地
Meaning
in a way that relates to economics or is efficient and not wasteful.
Example
The company is trying to operate more economically this year.
公司今年努力以更经济的方式运营。
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

使复杂
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
新规则只会使这个过程更加复杂。
B2 noun ˈkwəʊ.tə

quota

配额
Meaning
A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things, in particular.
Example
The quota reform was a key demand.
配额改革是一个关键要求。
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡʌst/

Disgust

厌恶
Meaning
a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant
Example
She expressed her disgust at the politician's corrupt behavior openly.
她公开表达了对政治家腐败行为的厌恶。
B2 noun /hʌt/

hut

小屋
Meaning
a small simple shelter or house
Example
They lived in a small wooden hut near the river.
他们住在靠近河流的一个小木屋里。
B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

地质学
Meaning
the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances
Example
She studied geology to understand earthquakes.
她学习地质学以了解地震。
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

权衡
Meaning
A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.
Example
There is always a trade-off between price and quality.
价格与质量之间总是有一个权衡。
B2 adjective /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

dependable

可靠的
Meaning
able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable
Example
She is a dependable colleague who always meets deadlines.
她是一位可靠的同事，总是按时完成任务。
B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

收购, 获取, 获得
Meaning
An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.
Example
The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.
公司的收购策略促进了增长。
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。
B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

参数
Meaning
a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something
Example
We need to set clear parameters for this project.
我们需要为这个项目设定明确的参数。
B2 noun /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/

Liberty

自由
Meaning
the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views
Example
The Statue of Liberty represents freedom and democracy.
自由女神像象征着自由和民主。
B2 verb /saɪ/

sigh

叹气
Meaning
to let out a long, deep breath as an expression of tiredness, relief, or sadness
Example
She sighed with relief when she heard the good news.
她听到好消息时松了口气。
B2 noun /ˈfleɪ.vər/

Flavour

风味
Meaning
the distinctive taste of a food or drink; a particular quality or atmosphere
Example
The soup had a rich flavour of herbs and spices from the garden.
汤里有来自花园的丰富香草和香料味。
B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

流行病
Meaning
a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community
Example
The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.
流感疫情影响了全国成千上万的人。
B2 noun /rɪˈfɔːr.mər/

Reformer

改革者
Meaning
a person who works to bring about positive changes in society or institutions
Example
The social reformer dedicated her life to improving education for all children.
社会改革者致力于改善所有儿童的教育。
B2 adjective /veɪɡ/

Vague

模糊; 不确定
Meaning
unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed
Example
His explanation was too vague for me to understand.
他的解释太模糊，我无法理解。
B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持
Meaning
to keep possession of something
Example
The company decided to retain its experienced employees.
公司决定保留其经验丰富的员工。
B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

育儿
Meaning
The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.
Example
Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.
有效的育儿帮助孩子们发展自信和独立。
B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

坡道
Meaning
a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply
Example
The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.
汽车驶上了停车场的坡道。
B2 verb /ˈræm.bəl/

ramble

Meaning
to talk or write at length in a confused or inconsequential way; to walk for pleasure without a fixed route.
Example
He rambled on about his childhood for hours.
B2 noun /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

refuge

避难所
Meaning
a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress
Example
The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm.
村民们在风暴期间躲进了寺庙避难。
B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

Meaning
causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting
Example
The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.
B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

许可 / 批准
Meaning
official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects
Example
The pilot received clearance to land the plane.
飞行员获得了着陆许可。
B2 noun ˈiːkoʊˌtʊrɪzəm

Eco-tourism

生态旅游
Meaning
A form of tourism involving responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.
Example
Eco-tourism promotes responsible travel to natural areas.
生态旅游促进了负责任的自然地区旅游。
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

可信
Meaning
able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust
Example
He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.
他是一个值得信赖的朋友，总是遵守诺言。
B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

绿叶蔬菜
Meaning
Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage
Example
Eating greens is important for good health.
吃绿色蔬菜对健康很重要。
B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

阶段; 变化或发展的过程中一个明确的阶段或时期
Meaning
a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development
Example
The project is now in its final phase.
该项目现在处于最后阶段。
B2 noun /ˈmɪks.tʃər/

Mixture

混合物
Meaning
a combination of different substances or elements
Example
The cake batter is a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk.
蛋糕面糊是面粉、鸡蛋和牛奶的混合物。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwel.kəm/

Unwelcome

不受欢迎的; 不想要的; 不邀请的
Meaning
not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant
Example
The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans.
不受欢迎的消息破坏了他们的度假计划。
B2 noun /ɪnˈsaɪdə/

insider

内部人士
Meaning
a person within a group or organization who has access to confidential information
Example
He was an insider who knew all the company's secrets.
他是一个了解公司所有秘密的内部人士。
B2 verb /slæp/

slap

掌掴
Meaning
to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply
Example
She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.
她生气得打了他的脸。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

支付过多
Meaning
To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.
Example
She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.
她意识到她为音乐会门票支付过多。
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。
B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning
to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed
Example
He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.
B2 noun /ˈspɒnsər/

sponsor

赞助商
Meaning
a person or organization that provides funds for a project or activity in exchange for publicity or support
Example
The company became the main sponsor of the event.
公司成为了活动的主要赞助商。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

挑剔的; 非常挑选的; 对喜欢或接受的东西非常挑剔
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
他对他吃的餐馆非常挑剔。
B2 adjective /dɪˈzaɪərəbl/

desirable

理想的
Meaning
worth having or wanting; attractive
Example
The location of the house was highly desirable, with great views.
房子的地理位置非常理想，视野极好。
B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

大流行病
Meaning
An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.
Example
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.
COVID-19 大流行病极大地改变了世界。
B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

因此;
Meaning
as a result of that; by that means
Example
He worked hard and thereby achieved success.
他努力工作，因此取得了成功。
B2 noun /bɪˈtreɪəl/

Betrayal

背叛; 不忠
Meaning
the action of betraying one's country, group, or person; disloyalty
Example
His betrayal of their friendship hurt her deeply.
他对他们友谊的背叛深深伤害了她。
B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Meaning
an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on
Example
Lions prey on zebras in the wild.
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

期刊
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
她订阅了一个科学期刊。
B2 noun ˈsɜːrkjələr ɪˈkɒnəmi

circular economy

循环经济
Meaning
An economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources through reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing and recycling.
Example
Adopting a circular economy can reduce waste.
采用循环经济可以减少废物。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

仅限于特定的人、团体或区域；不与他人共享
Meaning
restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others
Example
The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.
酒店提供专属通往私人海滩的通道。
B2 noun /ˈmɒtəʊ/

motto

座右铭
Meaning
A short sentence or phrase that expresses a guiding belief or principle.
Example
Her motto in life is 'never give up.'
她的生活座右铭是'永不放弃。'
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

围攻
Meaning
A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.
Example
The castle fell after a long siege.
城堡在长时间的围困后倒塌。
B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

罂粟
Meaning
a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance
Example
The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.
红色的罂粟花在花园里美丽地绽放。
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

意图
Meaning
the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something
Example
Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.
她的意图是提高社区的教育质量。
B2 noun /ˈliːtər/

litre

升
Meaning
a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids
Example
She bought a litre of milk from the shop.
她从商店买了一升牛奶。
B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

花粉
Meaning
fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization
Example
Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.
蜜蜂从花朵中收集花粉来制作蜂蜜。
B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

灾难性的
Meaning
extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage
Example
The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.
飓风对城市造成了灾难性的影响。
B2 noun /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

蒸汽船
Meaning
a ship or boat powered by steam engines
Example
The old steamer crossed the river slowly.
老蒸汽船慢慢地渡过了河。