B2 adjective /ˌʌn.əkˈsep.tə.bəl/

Unacceptable

不可接受

Meaning

not satisfactory or allowable; not acceptable

Example

The quality of work was completely unacceptable.

工作质量完全不可接受。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

Meaning

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

Example

She finally conceded that she was wrong.

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrði/

Worthy

值得; 配得上; 尊重的;

Meaning

deserving respect or attention; having merit

Example

Her charitable work made her worthy of the humanitarian award.

她的慈善工作使她配得上人道主义奖。

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 /ˈwel.wɪʃ.ər/

Well-wisher

祝愿者

Meaning

a person who desires happiness or success for another

Example

Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation.

许多祝愿者来祝贺她毕业。

B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən/

Orphan

孤儿

Meaning

a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support

Example

The orphan was adopted by a loving family.

孤儿被一户充满爱心的家庭收养了。

B2 noun /ˈpæd.ɪŋ/

padding

填充物 / 垫层

Meaning

soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space

Example

The chair had extra padding for comfort.

椅子上有额外的衬垫以增加舒适感。

B2 noun /fɔːrt/

Fort

堡垒

Meaning

a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live and defend

Example

The ancient fort stood on top of the hill for centuries.

古老的堡垒屹立在山顶上数百年。

B2 verb /siːs/

cease

停止

Meaning

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

Example

The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.

噪音一旦孩子们进去了就停止了。

B2 noun /əˈroʊmə/

aroma

香味

Meaning

A pleasant, distinctive smell.

Example

The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.

新鲜烤制的面包的香味弥漫在厨房里。

B2 noun /ˈpetəl/

Petal

花瓣

Meaning

One of the colored segments of a flower that forms the corolla

Example

Each petal of the daisy was white with a yellow center.

雏菊的每一片花瓣都是白色的，中央是黄色的。

B2 noun /ˈɛmɪɡrənt/

emigrant

移民

Meaning

A person who leaves their own country to settle permanently in another.

Example

The emigrant started a new life in Canada.

移民在加拿大开始了新的生活。

B2 noun ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃən

evaluation

评估

Meaning

The making of a judgment about the amount, number, or value of something; assessment.

Example

Accurate evaluation helps determine resource sustainability.

准确的评估有助于确定资源的可持续性。

B2 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

蝎子

Meaning

a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting

Example

The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.

蝎子在白天藏在石头下。

B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

慷慨地

Meaning

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

Example

She generously donated money to help the poor.

她慷慨地捐钱帮助穷人。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈnætʃərəl/

Unnatural

不自然的

Meaning

not existing in nature; artificial; forced

Example

The actor's smile looked unnatural and forced.

演员的笑容看起来很不自然，很勉强。

B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

琐碎

Meaning

Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.

Example

She often gets upset over the most petty things.

她经常为最琐碎的事情感到不安。

B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

常见的

Meaning

ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found

Example

Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.

智能手机已成为现代生活中的常见事物。

B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

福利

Meaning

A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.

Example

One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.

在这里工作的一项福利是每周五免费午餐。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

拆除

Meaning

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

Example

The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.

这座城市决定拆除旧体育场，建造一个新的。

B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

长笛

Meaning

a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end

Example

He played a sweet melody on his flute.

他在他的长笛上演奏了一首甜美的旋律。

B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

拍卖

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

古董家具在上周末的拍卖会上售出。

B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Meaning

a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole

Example

The proportion of students passing the exam was high.

B2 noun ˈbleɪzə

blazer

西装外套

Meaning

A coloured jacket worn by members of a club, team, or school as part of a uniform.

Example

He looked sharp in his navy blue blazer at the event.

他在活动中穿着海军蓝色的西装外套，看起来很时尚。

B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

使震惊

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

魔术师的最后一个把戏使观众震惊。

B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

喇叭

Meaning

a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument

Example

The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.

士兵吹响了喇叭，向部队发出信号。

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.

B2 verb /doʊz/

doze

打盹

Meaning

To sleep lightly for a short time.

Example

He dozed off while reading the book.

他在读书时打了个盹。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈsiː/

oversee

监督

Meaning

to supervise or watch over something; to manage and direct

Example

The manager will oversee the entire construction project.

经理将监督整个建筑项目。

B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

愉快

Meaning

Full of good humor and cheerfulness.

Example

The children were in a jolly mood at the party.

孩子们在派对上心情愉快。

B2 verb /ˈvaɪbreɪt/

vibrate

震动

Meaning

To move or cause to move continuously and rapidly back and forth.

Example

The phone began to vibrate on the table.

电话开始在桌子上震动。

B2 noun /ˌfæs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Fascination

迷恋; 吸引; 吸引力

Meaning

the power to fascinate someone; the state of being intensely interested

Example

Her fascination with ancient history led her to become an archaeologist.

她对古代历史的迷恋让她成为了一名考古学家。

B2 noun /maɪˈnɔːr.ɪ.ti/

minority

少数

Meaning

A smaller number or part, especially a group differing from the majority.

Example

The law aims to protect the rights of ethnic minorities.

法律旨在保护少数民族的权利。

B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

甲板 / 平台

Meaning

A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.

Example

We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.

我们从渡船的上层甲板上欣赏日落。

B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

容忍

Meaning

to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist

Example

I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.

我不能容忍在我的课堂上出现如此粗鲁的行为。

B2 noun /ˈpæθweɪ/

pathway

小径

Meaning

a route or course along which something travels or progresses

Example

The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden.

狭窄的小径通向隐藏的花园。

B2 noun /ˈriːzənɪŋ/

reasoning

推理

Meaning

the process of thinking about something in a logical way in order to form a conclusion or judgment

Example

Her reasoning for leaving was clear and logical.

她离开的推理是清晰和合逻辑的。

B2 noun /ˈves.əl/

vessel

船

Meaning

A ship or large boat.

Example

The vessel carried critical supplies.

船只运输了重要物资。

B2 noun nɪˈsesɪti

necessity

必要性

Meaning

The fact of being required or indispensable; an indispensable thing.

Example

Waste management is a necessity for environmental sustainability.

废物管理是环境可持续性的必要性。

B2 verb ˈfɔːr.mjə.leɪt

formulate

制定

Meaning

To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.

Example

The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.

公司必须制定扩展策略。

B2 noun /ˈnuː.kʌm.ər/

New-comer

新来者

Meaning

a person who has recently arrived in a place or joined a group

Example

The newcomer was warmly welcomed by the team.

新来者受到了团队的热烈欢迎。

B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

专业知识

Meaning

Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.

Example

His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.

他的图形设计专业知识被广泛认可。

B2 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

信号

Meaning

A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.

Example

The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.

演员在上台前等待他的信号。

B2 noun /red liːf/

Red leaf

红叶

Meaning

red-colored leafy vegetable; amaranth leaves used as greens

Example

Red leaf is rich in iron and is commonly eaten in Bengali households.

红叶富含铁，并且在孟加拉家庭中经常食用。

B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

礼服

Meaning

a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings

Example

She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.

她在毕业典礼上穿着晚礼服，看起来很优雅。

B2 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

妥协

Meaning

To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

Example

Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.

过度分享可能会危害你的隐私。

B2 noun /ˈsɪnəmən/

Cinnamon

肉桂

Meaning

aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species

Example

Cinnamon is often used in baking and desserts.

肉桂常用于烘焙和甜点中。

B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvənsi/

relevancy

salute

敬礼

Meaning

to greet with respect; to honor

Example

The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.

士兵们向他们的指挥官敬礼。

B2 verb /triːd/

tread

踩

Meaning

to step or walk on something; to crush with feet

Example

Don't tread on the flowers.

不要踩到花朵。

B2 noun /heə(r)/

Hare

野兔

Meaning

a fast-running long-eared mammal that resembles a large rabbit

Example

The hare quickly ran across the field.

这只野兔快速地跑过田野。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈskɪni/

Skinny

瘦的; 皮包骨的; 骨瘦如柴

Meaning

very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body

Example

The skinny cat looked like it hadn't eaten for days.

那只瘦猫看起来像是几天没吃东西了。

B2 noun /ˈrɪb.ən/

ribbon

缎带

Meaning

a long, narrow strip of fabric used for tying or decoration

Example

She tied her hair with a red ribbon.

她用一条红色的缎带绑住了她的头发。

B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

焦虑不安

Meaning

unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting

Example

The child was restless during the long car journey.

孩子在长时间的车程中坐立不安。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈstɛdi/

unsteady

不稳定的

Meaning

not firm or stable; likely to change or fail

Example

She felt unsteady on her feet after the long journey.

长途旅行后，她感到站立不稳。

B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

补充

Meaning

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

Example

The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.

围巾完美地补充了她的装束。

B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

台风

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

台风在沿海地区造成了严重的洪水。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /streɪ/

stray

迷路

Meaning

to move away from the correct path or go off course; a person or animal that has wandered off; something that is not where it belongs

Example

The dog strayed from the yard and got lost.

那只狗离开了院子，迷路了。

B2 noun /ˈʃɔːr.tɪdʒ/

Shortage

短缺

Meaning

a lack or deficiency of something that is needed or expected

Example

There is a severe water shortage in the region.

该地区严重缺水。

B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

理性; 合理; 逻辑

Meaning

based on reason and logic; sensible and practical

Example

She made a rational decision based on the available facts.

她根据可用的事实做出了理性的决定。

B2 noun /əˈnætəmi/

anatomy

解剖学

Meaning

the study of the structure of living things, especially the human body

Example

She is studying human anatomy at medical school.

她在医学院学习人体解剖学。

B2 noun /səˈraʊn.dɪŋz/

surroundings

周围环境

Meaning

The area around a person, place, or thing.

Example

She quickly adapted to her new surroundings.

她迅速适应了她的新环境。

B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

灾难

Meaning

A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.

Example

The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.

地震对整个地区来说是一次灾难。

B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

指定

Meaning

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

Example

The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.

委员会下周将指定一位新主席。

B2 noun /ɡreɪv/

Grave

坟墓

Meaning

a hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin; a place of burial; serious or solemn

Example

The family visited the grave of their beloved grandfather every Sunday.

每周日，家人都会去探访他们心爱的祖父的坟墓。

B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

市场经济

Meaning

An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.

Example

A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.

市场经济允许企业自由竞争。

B2 noun /ˈfɔːrmjələ/

formula

公式

Meaning

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

Example

The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine.

科学家发现了一种新的药物公式。

B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

筛子

Meaning

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

Example

She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.

她使用筛子将面粉与结块分开。

B2 adjective /mɪr/

mere

仅仅

Meaning

Used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is.

Example

It was a mere suggestion, not a command.

这只是一个建议，而不是命令。

B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥泞的

Meaning

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

Example

The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.

孩子们玩耍后，穿着泥泞的鞋子回来了。

B2 adjective /ˈpoʊ.lər/

polar

极地的，关于两极的

Meaning

relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character

Example

Penguins live in polar regions of the Earth.

企鹅生活在地球的极地地区。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

imperial

帝国的

Meaning

Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.

Example

The imperial palace was a symbol of the emperor's power.

帝国宫殿是皇帝权力的象征。

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 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

促进

Meaning

Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.

Example

Promoting practical education ensures skill development.

推广实践教育确保技能发展。

B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

自发的

Meaning

done without planning; natural and unforced

Example

Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.

他们在雨中即兴的舞蹈非常美丽。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

disagreeable

令人不悦

Meaning

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Example

The weather was cold and disagreeable.

天气寒冷且令人不悦。

B2 noun /ˈkɑː.bən ˈfʊt.prɪnt/

carbon footprint

碳足迹

Meaning

The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.

Example

Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.

减少碳足迹对抗气候变化至关重要。

B2 noun /ˈet.ɪ.kət/

Etiquette

礼仪

Meaning

the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession

Example

Proper etiquette requires standing when a lady enters the room.

适当的礼仪要求在女士进入房间时起立。

B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

叛徒

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle

Example

The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.

间谍在被捕后被贴上了叛国者的标签。

B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

屠杀 / 大规模谋杀

Meaning

the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently

Example

The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.

军队屠杀了数百名敌军士兵。

B2 verb /dɪˈtɜːr/

deter

Meaning

to discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear

Example

High fines are meant to deter people from breaking the law.

B2 adjective rəʊˈbʌst

robust

强壮

Meaning

Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.

Example

The robust infrastructure ensures reliable communication.

强大的基础设施确保可靠的通信。

B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

现象

Meaning

an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable

Example

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.

北极光是自然现象。

B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

授予

Meaning

to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree

Example

The university granted him a scholarship.

大学给了他奖学金。

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 adjective aɪˈkɒnɪk

iconic

标志性的

Meaning

Very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time.

Example

The line "It was the best of times..." is iconic.

那句 "这是最美好的时光..." 是标志性的。

B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

助手

Meaning

An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.

Example

The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.

参议员的助手组织了与记者的会议。

B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

替代品

Meaning

A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.

Example

Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.

钱不能成为真正幸福的替代品。

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval

不赞成

Meaning

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

Example

Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college.

她的父母对她辍学的决定表现出明显的不赞成。

B2 noun /roʊst/

Roast

烤肉

Meaning

Meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over an open fire

Example

The Sunday roast was perfectly cooked and very tender.

周日的烤肉被煮得非常完美，肉质非常嫩。

B2 verb /ʌnˈkʌvə(r)/

uncover

揭示

Meaning

to reveal something that was hidden or secret

Example

The investigation uncovered new evidence.

调查揭示了新的证据。

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法论

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

这项研究是使用新方法论进行的。

B2 noun /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

回声; 回响

Meaning

a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation

Example

His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.

他的声音在空荡的教堂里产生了清晰的回声。

B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

代表

Meaning

the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something

Example

Her representation of the team was impeccable.

她对团队的代表非常出色。

B2 verb /tiːz/

Tease

取笑

Meaning

to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way

Example

Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.

孩子们经常嬉戏地取笑他们的弟弟妹妹。

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 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

concise

简洁

Meaning

Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.

Example

A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.

简洁的演讲比冗长的演讲更有影响力。

B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

正式地

Meaning

in a formal or authorized way

Example

The building was officially opened by the mayor.

这座建筑由市长正式开幕。

B2 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

令人愉快的, 令人高兴的

Meaning

giving pleasure or enjoyment

Example

Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.

读一本好书是一项令人愉快的活动。

B2 verb/noun /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/

exhibit

展出

Meaning

To display or show publicly; something put on display.

Example

The museum will exhibit ancient artifacts.

博物馆将展出古代文物。

B2 adjective /ˈɡreɪs.fəl/

Graceful

优雅的; 平滑的; 精致的; 具有优美的动作或举止

Meaning

elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner

Example

The dancer moved with graceful elegance.

舞者优雅地移动。

B2 noun /toʊl/

toll

过路费 / 损失

Meaning

A charge payable for using a road or bridge; also the extent of damage or suffering caused by something.

Example

The flood took a heavy toll on the village.

洪水对村庄造成了巨大的损失。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

消毒

Meaning

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

Example

The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.

护士在敷上绷带之前消毒了伤口。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic

民族的

Meaning

relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition

Example

The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.

这个节日庆祝了城市中各种民族的社区。

B2 verb /ɪkˈskluːd/

exclude

排除

Meaning

To deliberately leave out or prevent someone or something from being included.

Example

The list excludes temporary workers.

该列表排除了临时工。

B2 verb /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪt/

devastate

摧毁

Meaning

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

Example

The hurricane devastated the coastal town.

飓风摧毁了海岸城镇。

B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

个人魅力

Meaning

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

Example

His charisma helped him become a great leader.

他的个人魅力帮助他成为一位伟大的领导者。

B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

谜语

Meaning

a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle

Example

The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.

古老的谜语让所有学者困扰了多年。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

决定性

Meaning

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

Example

The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.

委员会就政策达成了决定性协议。

B2 adjective /ˈvaɪ.brənt/

Vibrant

充满活力; 鲜艳的; 生动的

Meaning

full of energy and life; bright and striking

Example

The vibrant colors of the sunset painted the sky beautifully.

日落的鲜艳色彩美丽地涂抹了天空。

B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

快速的；迅速的；急速的；

Meaning

happening in a short time or at a fast pace

Example

The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.

技术的快速增长改变了我们的日常生活。

B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

限制

Meaning

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

Example

The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.

新规定限制企业不允许污染环境。

B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

水库

Meaning

A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.

Example

The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.

这座城市建造了一个新的水库，以确保为居民提供足够的饮用水。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

命令式

Meaning

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

Example

It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.

必须立即解决气候危机。

B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enroll

注册

Meaning

to officially join or register in a school, course, or organization

Example

He decided to enroll in a computer programming course.

他决定报名参加计算机编程课程。

B2 verb, noun /ʃeɪv/

shave

刮胡子

Meaning

To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair

Example

He likes to shave every morning before work.

他喜欢每天上班前刮胡子。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːrk laɪf ˈbæl.əns/

work-life balance

工作与生活平衡

Meaning

The equilibrium between personal and professional life, ensuring neither dominates at the expense of the other.

Example

Achieving work-life balance reduces stress and improves productivity.

实现工作与生活的平衡可以减轻压力并提高生产力。

B2 noun /ˈtæd.poʊl/

Tadpole

蝌蚪

Meaning

the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail

Example

The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.

池塘里到处是游动的蝌蚪。