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B1 adjective /ʌnˈklɪər/

unclear

不清楚
Meaning
not easy to understand; vague or ambiguous
Example
The instructions were unclear, so I asked for clarification.
说明不清楚，所以我要求澄清。
C2 noun /ˌpɛrəɡrɪˈneɪʃən/

peregrination

朝圣之旅
Meaning
A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.
Example
Their peregrination across Asia lasted two years.
他们横跨亚洲的朝圣之旅持续了两年。
B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

扫地工
Meaning
a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping
Example
The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.
扫地工每天早上清扫学校的走廊。
C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/

multiplicity

多样性
Meaning
A large number or variety of something.
Example
The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.
该项目面临着多样化的挑战。
B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Meaning
a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system
Example
The school administrator implemented new policies for students.
C1 noun /dʒest/

Jest

玩笑; 笑话
Meaning
a thing said or done for amusement; a joke
Example
His comment was made in jest, not to offend anyone.
他的评论是开玩笑的，并不是为了冒犯任何人。
C1 adjective /ˈdestatəʊt/

Destitute

贫困的; 极其贫穷的; 无钱无物
Meaning
extremely poor; without money or possessions
Example
Many families became destitute after the economic collapse.
许多家庭在经济崩溃后变得贫困。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/

engrained

根深蒂固，难以改变
Meaning
Firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.
Example
Cultural practices are often deeply engrained in the fabric of society.
文化习俗常常深深植根于社会的结构中。
A2 noun pəˈzɪʃ.ən

position

位置
Meaning
A particular way in which someone or something is placed or arranged.
Example
The team's position reflects consistent performance.
团队的位置反映了持续的表现。
B1 noun /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/

gathering

聚会
Meaning
a meeting or assembly of people for a particular purpose
Example
We attended a family gathering last weekend.
我们上周末参加了一个家庭聚会。
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrljuː/

purlieu

周边区域
Meaning
The area near or surrounding a place; an outlying or neighboring district.
Example
They spent the afternoon exploring the purlieus of the ancient city.
他们在探索古城的普尔柳地区度过了下午。
A2 noun ˈrɛlətɪvz

Relatives

亲戚
Meaning
A person connected by blood or marriage; a kinsman or kinswoman.
Example
Relatives can help you build a complete family tree.
亲戚们可以帮助你建立完整的家族树。
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。
B1 adjective kəˈmɜː.ʃəl

commercial

商业
Meaning
Concerned with or engaged in commerce; having profit as a primary aim rather than artistic or other value.
Example
Commercial hubs attract investments.
商业中心吸引投资。
B1 noun /dɪˈfens/

Defence

防御; 保护
Meaning
the action of defending from or resisting attack; protection or support
Example
The country strengthened its defence system against potential threats.
该国加强了其防御系统，以应对潜在威胁。
B1 noun /ˈvæl.i/

Valley

山谷
Meaning
a low area of land between hills or mountains
Example
The green valley stretched for miles between the mountains.
绿色的山谷在山脉之间延伸了好几英里。
B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

斧头
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter
Example
The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.
伐木工挥动斧头砍倒树木。
B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

与心脏和血管相关的
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
定期锻炼有助于改善心血管健康。
C2 noun /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊɪst/

jingoist

极端民族主义者
Meaning
a person who supports jingoism; an extreme nationalist with aggressive foreign policies
Example
He was labeled a jingoist for his extreme views.
由于他的极端观点，他被贴上了极端民族主义者的标签。
B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

标准
Meaning
A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.
Example
Honesty is an important criterion for this job.
诚实是这份工作的一个重要标准。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtræk.tə.bəl/

intractable

无法控制
Meaning
Difficult or impossible to manage, control, or solve.
Example
The conflict has become an intractable problem.
冲突已经成为一个无法控制的问题。
C1 noun kəˈmɑːnd ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

command economy

计划经济
Meaning
An economic system where economic activities are controlled by the government.
Example
In a command economy, the government controls production and prices.
在计划经济中，政府控制生产和价格。
C2 verb /ʌnˈɑːrm/

unarm

解除武装
Meaning
to remove weapons from someone or to deprive of means of attack or defense
Example
The soldiers were ordered to unarm the prisoners.
士兵接到命令解除囚犯的武装。
B2 adverb /ˈlaɪk.waɪz/

Likewise

同样地; 也; 类似地
Meaning
in the same way; also; similarly
Example
She studied hard for the exam, and her brother did likewise.
她为考试努力学习，她的哥哥也做了同样的事情。
B1 adjective /ˈaʊtər/

outer

外部
Meaning
situated on or toward the outside; external
Example
The outer layer of the jacket is waterproof.
夹克的外层是防水的。
B2 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

入侵
Meaning
to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy
Example
The army invaded the neighboring country.
军队入侵了邻国。
C1 adjective /dɪˈspɪrɪtɪd/

dispirited

沮喪
Meaning
Having lost enthusiasm, hope, or confidence; dejected.
Example
After losing the match, the team looked dispirited.
比赛失利后，团队看起来沮丧。
C1 noun /ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv ˈliː.də.ʃɪp/

proactive leadership

积极领导
Meaning
Leadership that takes initiative and anticipates problems before they occur, rather than reacting to events.
Example
Proactive leadership ensures timely decisions.
积极领导确保及时的决策。
C1 noun /ˈstrɑːtəm/

stratum

层
Meaning
a layer or level of material, or a social class in society
Example
The upper stratum of society enjoyed privileges not available to others.
社会上层享有其他人无法获得的特权。
A2 adjective /ˈθɜːr.sti/

Thirsty

口渴的
Meaning
feeling a need to drink; having a strong desire for something
Example
I am very thirsty after running in the heat.
在炎热中跑步后，我非常口渴。
B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪt fɔːrˌmeɪ.ʃən

habit formation

习惯形成
Meaning
The process of creating a habit through regular practice and repetition.
Example
Habit formation requires consistency and discipline.
习惯的形成需要一致性和纪律。
C1 noun /ˈnɔː.zi.ə/

Nausea

恶心
Meaning
a feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit
Example
The motion of the boat caused severe nausea.
船的晃动引起了严重的恶心感。
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪstənt/

resistant

抗性
Meaning
not affected by something; able to oppose or withstand
Example
This fabric is resistant to water and stains.
这块布料对水和污渍具有抗性。
C2 noun /əˈkwaɪərmənt/

acquirement

获得；习得的能力
Meaning
the act of acquiring something; something that has been acquired, especially a skill or possession
Example
Language proficiency is an important acquirement for global careers.
语言能力是全球职业中的一项重要获得。
C1 noun /ˌɪmɔːrˈtæləti/

immortality

不朽
Meaning
the state of living forever; eternal life or lasting fame beyond death
Example
Many ancient cultures believed that heroes could achieve immortality through great deeds.
许多古代文化相信英雄可以通过伟大的事迹获得不朽。
B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

分别；按照给定的顺序；分开且按已经提到的顺序
Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
约翰和玛丽分别是25岁和30岁。
C1 noun /ˈfeɪvərɪtɪzəm/

favoritism

偏袒
Meaning
the practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group
Example
The manager was accused of favoritism towards certain employees.
经理被指控偏袒某些员工。
C1 noun /ˌpɜː.mɪˈæbɪlɪti/

permeability

渗透性，允许液体或气体通过的质量或状态
Meaning
The quality or state of being permeable; allowing liquids or gases to pass through.
Example
The permeability of the soil affects water retention.
土壤的渗透性影响水分保持。
C1 noun əˈpreɪ.zəl

appraisal

评估
Meaning
An assessment or evaluation of performance or quality.
Example
The annual appraisal determines salary increments.
年度评估决定薪资增幅。
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/

reporting

报道
Meaning
the act of giving news or information about something
Example
Good reporting is essential for public awareness.
好的报道对公众意识至关重要。
C1 adjective /səbˈsɜːviənt/

subservient

Meaning
prepared to obey others unquestioningly; less important than something else
Example
She was too subservient to challenge his decision.
B1 noun /ruːt/

Root

根; 来源; 根源; 原因
Meaning
the part of a plant that grows underground; the basic cause, source, or origin of something
Example
We need to find the root of this problem to solve it permanently.
我们需要找到这个问题的根源，才能永久解决它。
B1 noun /ˈpraɪ.və.si/

Privacy

隐私
Meaning
the state of being alone and not watched or disturbed by other people; the right to keep your personal information secret
Example
Everyone has the right to privacy.
每个人都有隐私权。
B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

Meaning
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
Example
She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.
B1 verb /seɪl/

sail

扬帆旅行
Meaning
to travel on water in a boat or ship using sails or by wind power
Example
They sailed across the Atlantic Ocean last summer.
他们去年夏天横渡了大西洋。
C2 adjective /ˈpɔːntʃi/

paunchy

大肚子
Meaning
Having a large or protruding belly.
Example
The paunchy man struggled to button his shirt.
那个大肚子男人在努力扣上他的衬衫纽扣。
C2 verb /əˈkriːt/

accrete

逐渐增长
Meaning
to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition
Example
Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.
尘埃颗粒随着时间积累，形成更大的天体。
A2 noun /mɑːrk/

Mark

标记; 符号; 分数
Meaning
A sign, symbol, or stain; a grade or score
Example
She received the highest mark in the mathematics examination.
她在数学考试中获得了最高分。
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 /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

气味
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
新鲜面包的气味充满了厨房。
C2 adjective /ˈvɑːlətɪv/

volitive

意愿的
Meaning
Relating to the will or the exercise of the will.
Example
The treaty was signed under volitive agreement between both nations.
该条约是在两国自愿协议下签署的。
C1 verb /ɪkˈstoʊl/

extol

赞扬
Meaning
to praise enthusiastically and highly
Example
The teacher extolled the student's dedication and hard work.
老师赞扬了学生的奉献和辛勤工作。
B2 noun ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈbæləns

ecological balance

生态平衡
Meaning
A state of dynamic equilibrium within a community of organisms.
Example
Maintaining ecological balance is essential for a sustainable planet.
维持生态平衡对可持续的星球至关重要。
B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

修剪
Meaning
to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better
Example
Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.
园丁在春天修剪树木以促进生长。
C1 noun /ˈnʌt.meg/

Nut meg

肉豆蔻
Meaning
a spice made from the seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree, used in cooking and baking
Example
The recipe called for a teaspoon of ground nutmeg to flavor the custard.
食谱中要求用一茶匙磨碎的肉豆蔻来调味蛋奶冻。
C1 adjective /ˈrek.wɪ.zɪt/

Requisite

必要的; 强制的
Meaning
made necessary by particular circumstances; required
Example
Good communication skills are requisite for this job.
良好的沟通技巧是这项工作的必要条件。
A2 noun ˌtræn.spɔːrˈteɪ.ʃən

Transportation

运输
Meaning
The movement of people or goods from one place to another.
Example
Efficient transportation reduces costs.
高效的运输可以降低成本。
B1 noun ˈstrʌk.tʃər

structure

结构
Meaning
The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex.
Example
The structure is designed for safety and functionality.
该结构是为安全和功能性设计的。
C1 adjective ɪˈθɪə.ri.əl

ethereal

天上的, 精致的, 超自然的
Meaning
Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.
Example
Her voice had an ethereal quality.
她的声音有一种以太的品质。
B1 verb /ˈfɛri/

ferry

渡船运输
Meaning
to transport by boat; to carry back and forth
Example
The boat ferried passengers across the river.
船把乘客运过了河。
B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

灾难性的, 毁灭性的
Meaning
Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
Example
Climate change has catastrophic consequences.
气候变化带来了灾难性的后果。
B1 adverb /əˈsaɪd/

Aside

一边; 旁边; 离开主要部分
Meaning
to one side; apart; away from the main part
Example
Please set your book aside and listen to me.
请把书放到一边，听我说。
C1 verb /ɪnˈʃraɪn/

enshrine

将某物视为神圣或重要的保存或珍视
Meaning
to preserve or cherish something as sacred or important
Example
The constitution enshrines the right to freedom of speech.
宪法保障言论自由的权利。
C2 adjective /ˈklæmərəs/

clamorous

喧闹的
Meaning
making a loud and confused noise; expressing strong demands noisily
Example
The clamorous audience demanded an encore from the band.
喧闹的观众要求乐队再来一首歌。
C1 noun /rɪˈpɔːrtɪʒ/

reportage

报道
Meaning
the act of reporting news or describing events in the media
Example
The magazine is known for its detailed reportage of political issues.
这本杂志以其对政治问题的详细报道而闻名。
C2 noun /ˈlɔːŋ.ɡən/

Longan

龙眼
Meaning
a small round tropical fruit with translucent white flesh and sweet taste, related to lychee
Example
Longan fruits are often eaten fresh or dried and are popular in Asian desserts.
龙眼果通常鲜食或晒干，在亚洲甜点中很受欢迎。
C1 noun /ˈdɛspətɪzəm/

despotism

专制主义
Meaning
absolute power exercised in a cruel and oppressive way
Example
The people revolted against the era of despotism.
人民反抗了专制主义的时代。
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。
B2 noun /ˈɪə.rə/

Era

时代
Meaning
a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
Example
The Renaissance was an era of great artistic and cultural achievement.
文艺复兴是一个伟大的艺术和文化成就的时代。
A2 noun /stɛə/

stair

楼梯
Meaning
a step or set of steps leading from one level to another
Example
He tripped on the stair and fell down.
他在楼梯上绊倒摔了下来。
B1 noun, verb /ˈmɒnɪtər/

monitor

监视器，观察
Meaning
to observe and check the progress or quality of something; also a device that displays information
Example
The teacher monitors the students during the exam.
老师在考试期间监控学生。
B2 adverb /ˈaʊtraɪt/

Outright

直接; 完全; 毫不保留
Meaning
completely; directly; without reservation or concealment
Example
She rejected the proposal outright.
她直接拒绝了那个提案。
A1 noun /ˈteɪbəl/

table

桌子
Meaning
A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs, used for working at or placing items on.
Example
They placed the documents on the table.
他们把文件放在桌子上。
C1 noun /ˈroʊ.lɪŋ bɔːrd/

Rolling board

擀面板
Meaning
a flat wooden or marble surface used for rolling out dough
Example
She placed the dough on the rolling board.
她把面团放在了擀面板上。
C1 verb /ˈsʌkɪŋ/

sucking

吮吸
Meaning
Drawing in a liquid, air, or other substance through the mouth or a tube by creating a vacuum; also used figuratively for something unpleasant or ineffective
Example
The baby is sucking on a pacifier.
婴儿正在吮吸安抚奶嘴。
B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

非营利组织
Meaning
an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.
Example
She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.
她为一个帮助孩子的非营利组织工作。
C1 adjective /ˈlʌʃəs/

luscious

美味的
Meaning
deliciously sweet or rich; highly appealing to the senses
Example
She served a luscious chocolate cake.
她端上了一块美味的巧克力蛋糕。
A2 noun /ˈmoʊtər/

motor

马达
Meaning
a machine that produces motion or power to make something work
Example
The car’s motor stopped suddenly.
汽车的马达突然停止了。
C1 noun /daɪˈsɛkʃən/

dissection

解剖
Meaning
the act of cutting apart or analyzing something in detail, especially a body or structure
Example
The dissection of the specimen revealed important details about its structure.
样本的解剖揭示了关于其结构的重要细节。
C2 verb /ˈvɛəriəˌɡeɪt/

variegate

使多样化
Meaning
To diversify or mark with different colors or patterns.
Example
The artist used different shades to variegate the design.
艺术家使用不同的阴影来使设计变得多样化。
B2 adjective /ˈɪnfɪnɪt/

infinite

无限
Meaning
limitless or endless in space, extent, or number
Example
The universe is often described as infinite.
宇宙常被描述为无限的。
C2 adjective /ˈrɛɡnənt/

regnant

在位
Meaning
Reigning; currently holding power, authority, or dominance.
Example
The regnant queen introduced several reforms during her reign.
在位的女王在她的统治期间进行了几项改革。
C1 noun /ˈɑːrmfʊl/

armful

一臂之力
Meaning
As much as can be carried in one or both arms.
Example
She carried an armful of books into the library.
她带着一臂之力的书走进了图书馆。
B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

冷凝
Meaning
The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.
Example
Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.
在寒冷的夜晚，窗户上形成了冷凝。
B1 noun /ˈkɜː.ri/

Curry

咖喱
Meaning
a dish of meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in an Indian-style sauce with hot spices
Example
I love spicy chicken curry with rice.
我喜欢和米饭一起吃辛辣的鸡肉咖喱。
B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

怀旧
Meaning
A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.
Example
Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.
听老歌让我充满怀旧之情。
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

零售
Meaning
the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale
Example
The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.
公司专注于服装和配件的零售业务。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈwel/

Unwell

不舒服; 生病
Meaning
not in good health; feeling sick or ill
Example
She has been feeling unwell since yesterday.
她从昨天开始感到不舒服。
C2 adjective /ˈɡluː.tɪ.nəs/

glutinous

粘性
Meaning
Having a sticky or glue-like texture.
Example
The glutinous rice stuck together in the pot.
粘性米饭在锅里粘在一起了。
B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

据称
Meaning
used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven
Example
He was allegedly involved in the robbery.
他据称参与了抢劫。
C2 noun /pəˈræm.bjə.leɪ.tər/

Perambulator

婴儿车
Meaning
a four-wheeled carriage for a baby; baby stroller or pram
Example
She pushed the perambulator through the park while the baby slept peacefully.
她推着婴儿车穿过公园，而婴儿安静地睡着。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/

inequitable

不公平
Meaning
Not fair or just; lacking in fairness or equality.
Example
The distribution of resources was inequitable among the workers.
资源的分配在工人之间是不公平的。
A1 preposition /baɪ/

by

通过
Meaning
indicating the agent performing an action, or the means of achieving something
Example
The book was written by a famous author.
这本书是通过一位著名的作者写的。
C2 adjective /ˌæktʃuˈɛəriəl/

actuarial

精算的
Meaning
Relating to actuaries or their work of analyzing financial risk and uncertainty, especially in insurance and pensions.
Example
The company relied on actuarial reports to set insurance premiums.
公司依赖精算报告来设定保险费率。
B1 verb /dɪˈnaɪ/

deny

否认
Meaning
to refuse to accept or admit something; to declare something untrue
Example
He denied stealing the money.
他否认偷了钱。
A1 conjunction /ɔːr/

or

或
Meaning
used to link alternatives
Example
You can have tea or coffee.
你可以喝茶或咖啡。
A1 noun /kʌp/

Cup

杯子
Meaning
a small, round container, typically with a handle, used for drinking tea, coffee, or other hot beverages
Example
She drank tea from her favorite ceramic cup.
她从她最喜欢的陶瓷杯子里喝茶。
B1 verb kleɪmz

claims

夺取生命
Meaning
To take someone's life, to cause death
Example
Workplace pollution claims thousands of lives annually.
工作场所污染每年夺走成千上万的生命。
A1 noun/verb /fɪʃ/

fish

幸福
Meaning
an aquatic animal with gills, or to try to catch such animals
Example
He went to the lake to fish early in the morning.
她在得到奖项时无法掩饰她的快乐。
C2 adjective /daɪˈdæktɪk/

didactic

教学的
Meaning
Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.
Example
The novel is not just entertaining but also didactic in nature.
这本小说不仅仅是娱乐性，还有教学性质。
C1 noun /ˈsɪn.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

cynicism

愤世嫉俗
Meaning
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.
Example
His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone.
他的愤世嫉俗让他很难相信任何人。
C1 adjective /ˌtaɪpəˈɡræfɪkəl/

typographical

印刷错误
Meaning
relating to the style, arrangement, or appearance of printed text
Example
There was a typographical error in the book.
书中有一个印刷错误。
B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

冒犯的; 侮辱的; 攻击性的
Meaning
causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive
Example
His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.
他的冒犯言论伤害了每个人的感情。
B2 noun /ɪmˈpaʊə.mənt/

empowerment

赋权
Meaning
Authority or power given to someone to do something.
Example
Empowerment initiatives enhance confidence.
赋权举措提升信心。
C1 noun /ɡrəˈfiː.ti/

Graffiti

在公共场所的墙壁或其他表面上非法书写或绘制的文字或图画
Meaning
writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place
Example
The subway walls were covered with colorful graffiti created by local street artists.
地铁墙壁上覆盖着由当地街头艺术家创作的五彩斑斓的涂鸦。
C2 noun /draɪd roʊz ˈpɛtəlz/

Dried Rose Petals

干玫瑰花瓣
Meaning
dehydrated petals from roses used for culinary and aromatic purposes
Example
The dessert was garnished with dried rose petals.
这道甜点用干玫瑰花瓣装饰。
C1 adjective /ˈviːnəs/

venous

静脉的
Meaning
relating to the veins that carry blood to the heart
Example
The doctor examined the patient’s venous circulation.
医生检查了病人的静脉循环。
B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

垫子
Meaning
a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
Example
Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.
请在进入前擦干净脚上的垫子。
C2 noun /rɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

renunciation

放弃
Meaning
the formal rejection or giving up of something, usually a belief, claim, or way of life
Example
His renunciation of worldly pleasures impressed the monks.
他对世俗享乐的放弃让僧侣们印象深刻。
A2 verb ɜrn

earn

赚取
Meaning
To obtain money, typically as payment for work or through investment; to acquire or deserve through one's efforts.
Example
Assets help you earn income even while sleeping.
资产帮助你即使在睡觉时也能赚取收入。
B2 noun /ˈlɪstɪŋ/

listing

列表
Meaning
a series of items or names written or printed in a specific order
Example
The listing of available jobs was updated daily.
可用职位的列表每天都会更新。
C2 noun /ˈstrɪplɪŋ/

stripling

年轻人
Meaning
a young man who is not yet fully grown
Example
The stripling dreamed of becoming a brave knight.
那个年轻人梦想成为一个勇敢的骑士。
C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

Martyrdom

殉道
Meaning
The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle
Example
His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.
他的殉道激励了无数其他人加入自由运动。
C1 noun /ˌmɛrɪˈtɒkrəsi/

meritocracy

精英制度
Meaning
A system in which advancement is based on individual ability or achievement.
Example
In a true meritocracy, the most capable people rise to leadership positions.
在真正的精英制度中，最有能力的人会晋升为领导职位。
C1 adjective /ˈplæsɪd/

placid

平静的，安宁的
Meaning
calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed
Example
She had a placid expression despite the chaos around her.
尽管周围一片混乱，她的表情依然平静。
A1 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/

excited

兴奋的
Meaning
very enthusiastic and eager about something
Example
The children were excited to open their presents.
孩子们迫不及待地打开了他们的礼物。
C2 adjective /sɛnˈtrɪfjʊɡəl/

centrifugal

离心
Meaning
Moving or tending to move away from a center.
Example
The centrifugal force pushes the clothes to the sides of the washing machine.
离心力将衣物推向洗衣机的两侧。
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 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

使震惊
Meaning
to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement
Example
The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.
魔术师的最后一个表演使所有观众感到震惊。
C1 noun /ˈlæb.ə.rɪnθ/

labyrinth

迷宫, 复杂的路径网络
Meaning
A complicated network of paths or passages; an intricate and confusing arrangement.
Example
The city's streets were like a labyrinth.
城市的街道像迷宫一样。
B1 noun /ɪmˈprɛʃən/

impression

印象, 概念
Meaning
an idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone
Example
The book gave me a good first impression.
这本书给我留下了很好的第一印象。