B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈzaɪərəbl/

Undesirable

不受欢迎的; 有害的; 令人不快的

Meaning

not wanted or wished for; harmful or unpleasant

Example

The new policy had several undesirable consequences.

新政策带来了几个不受欢迎的后果。

B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈstɜːrbd/

Undisturbed

未打扰

Meaning

not interrupted or interfered with; calm and peaceful

Example

She slept undisturbed for eight hours.

她睡了八个小时没有打扰。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪv.stɒk/

livestock

家畜

Meaning

farm animals such as cattle, sheep, and pigs that are kept for use or profit

Example

The farmer raised livestock to supply meat and milk for the market.

农民饲养家畜，以供应市场的肉类和牛奶。

B2 noun /boʊst/

Boast

自夸; 吹牛; 骄傲

Meaning

an act of talking with excessive pride about one's achievements

Example

His constant boast about his wealth annoyed everyone.

他不断吹嘘自己的财富让所有人都很烦。

B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

保护性的

Meaning

giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger

Example

She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.

她骑自行车时戴着保护性头盔。

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

治理

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

总统明智地治理国家。

B2 adjective /beər/

Bare

裸; 未覆盖; 空; 最少

Meaning

naked; uncovered; empty; minimal

Example

The bare walls of the room needed some decoration.

房间的光秃秃的墙壁需要一些装饰。

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 /ˈjuː.sɪdʒ/

Usage

使用

Meaning

the action of using something; the way in which words are used in a language

Example

The dictionary explains the correct usage of difficult words.

词典解释了难词的正确用法。

B2 noun /ɡʊdz treɪn/

Goods train

货运列车

Meaning

a train designed to transport cargo and freight rather than passengers

Example

The long goods train carried containers from the port to the inland depot.

长货运列车从港口到内陆仓库运输集装箱。

B2 adjective /ˈsʌt.əl/

subtle

微妙, 轻微, 精细

Meaning

So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe; making use of clever and indirect methods.

Example

The artist's use of color was subtle yet powerful.

艺术家对色彩的运用既微妙又有力。

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 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

专攻

Meaning

to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it

Example

He decided to specialize in cardiology.

他决定专攻心脏病学。

B2 verb /swel/

swell

肿胀

Meaning

to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size

Example

Her ankle began to swell after the injury.

她的脚踝在受伤后开始肿胀。

B2 noun /rɒd/

rod

细长的棒子，尤其是金属或木制的

Meaning

a thin straight bar, especially of metal or wood

Example

He used an iron rod to support the structure.

他用铁棒支撑结构。

B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

荷尔蒙

Meaning

a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions

Example

Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.

胰岛素是一种控制血糖水平的荷尔蒙。

B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

疾病

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

他因小的胃病去看了医生。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

可变的; 易变的

Meaning

able to be changed; likely to change frequently

Example

The weather is very changeable in spring.

春天的天气非常多变。

B2 verb ˈmɪnɪmaɪz

minimize

最小化

Meaning

Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.

Example

Efforts should be made to minimize plastic usage.

应该采取措施来减少塑料使用。

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 verb /rɪˈdʒɔɪs/

rejoice

欢欣

Meaning

to feel or show great joy; to celebrate

Example

The family rejoices at the good news.

这个家庭因好消息而欢欣鼓舞。

B2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/

luxurious

奢华的

Meaning

extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense

Example

They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation.

他们在度假期间住进了一家奢华的酒店。

B2 adjective /slɪm/

slim

苗条

Meaning

thin in an attractive or healthy way; small in amount or chance

Example

She looked slim in her new dress.

她穿上新裙子看起来很苗条。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

工匠

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.

工匠制作了一把漂亮的木椅子。

B2 noun ˈlɒŋ tɜːm ˈmɛm.ər.i

Long-term memory

长期记忆

Meaning

Such memory that remains stored in the brain for a long time

Example

Repeated practice helps transfer information into long-term memory.

重复练习有助于将信息转移到长期记忆中。

B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

宽敞的; 有很多空间的

Meaning

spacious; having a lot of room

Example

The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.

公寓非常宽敞，拥有宽大的卧室。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

合并

Meaning

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

Example

The new design incorporates advanced technology.

新设计融合了先进技术。

B2 noun /ʃɪt/

shit

屎

Meaning

a vulgar term for feces or excrement

Example

The dog made a mess by leaving its shit on the floor.

狗在地板上留下了它的屎，弄得一团糟。

B2 noun /ˈɡʌvərnər/

governor

州长

Meaning

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

Example

The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.

州长向公民们讲述了即将来临的选举。

B2 noun /dɪˈsep.ʃən/

Deception

欺骗

Meaning

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

Example

The magician's deception amazed the audience with seemingly impossible tricks.

魔术师的欺骗让观众对看似不可能的魔法惊讶不已。

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 ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新颖

Meaning

The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.

Example

The novelty of the invention attracted investors.

发明的新颖性吸引了投资者。

B2 noun /ˈhɑːrvɪst/

harvest

收获

Meaning

the process or period of gathering crops

Example

Farmers are busy during the rice harvest season.

农民在稻谷收获季节非常忙碌。

B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

本能

Meaning

A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.

Example

Birds build nests by instinct.

鸟类本能地筑巢。

B2 noun ˈɡaɪd.laɪnz

guidelines

指南

Meaning

Rules or instructions that are given by an official organization telling you how to do something

Example

Guidelines for AI usage are essential.

AI使用的指南是必要的。

B2 noun ˈweə.rə.bəl dɪˈvaɪ.sɪz

wearable devices

可穿戴设备

Meaning

Electronic devices that can be worn on the body, typically incorporating smart technology for monitoring health or providing information.

Example

Wearable devices help monitor heart rate and physical activity.

可穿戴设备帮助监测心率和身体活动。

B2 adjective, noun /ˈfeɪʃəl/

facial

面部护理

Meaning

Relating to the face; a beauty treatment for the face

Example

She booked a facial at the spa.

她在水疗中心预订了一个面部护理。

B2 noun /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

合作伙伴关系

Meaning

the state of being a partner or a group of partners

Example

Our partnership has helped both companies grow.

我们的伙伴关系帮助了两家公司增长。

B2 noun /ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/

penetration

渗透

Meaning

The act of piercing or entering into something.

Example

The company's market penetration grew rapidly.

公司的市场渗透迅速增长。

B2 noun ˌɪm.plɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

implication

暗示

Meaning

A conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated; a likely consequence.

Example

The implication of climate change is severe.

气候变化的暗示意义是严重的。

B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtəbl/

notable

显著

Meaning

worthy of attention or notice; remarkable

Example

She made a notable contribution to the project.

她对这个项目做出了显著的贡献。

B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

由权威制定和维护的规则或指令

Meaning

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Government regulation ensures fair business practices.

政府规则确保公平的商业实践。

B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

感恩节

Meaning

an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal

Example

We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.

我们与家人一起度过了感恩节晚餐。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

强度

Meaning

The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.

Example

The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.

风暴的强度吓坏了村民。

B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

过度拥挤

Meaning

Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.

Example

The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.

地铁系统在高峰时段面临严重的过度拥挤。

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 verb /ˈkæt.ɪ.ɡə.raɪzd/

categorized

分类

Meaning

Placed in a particular class or group.

Example

The city was categorized as highly polluted.

这个城市被归类为高度污染。

B2 adjective /ˈtrɪviəl/

trivial

琐碎

Meaning

Of little value or importance.

Example

He often gets upset over the most trivial matters.

他经常为最琐碎的事情而烦恼。

B2 noun /depθ/

Depth

深度; 深沉或深刻的特质

Meaning

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound

Example

The depth of the ocean in this area reaches over three thousand meters.

该地区的海洋深度超过三千米。

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

自尊

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

建立自尊需要时间和持续的努力。

B2 noun /əˈreɪ/

array

数组，展示

Meaning

an impressive display or arrangement of things

Example

The shop displayed an array of colorful dresses.

商店展示了一场五颜六色的连衣裙展示。

B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

预测

Meaning

a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast

Example

The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.

天气预测说明天会下雨。

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

流言; 八卦; 新闻

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip

Example

There's a rumour that the company will close next month.

有传言说公司将在下个月关闭。

B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning

To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

The river was contaminated by industrial waste.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/

Extravagant

奢华

Meaning

spending much more than is necessary; wasteful; lacking restraint in spending

Example

His extravagant lifestyle included expensive cars and luxury vacations.

他奢华的生活方式包括昂贵的汽车和奢华的度假。

B2 noun ˈzɪpərz

zippers

拉链

Meaning

A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.

Example

Zippers are used to fasten the opening of the jacket.

拉链用于关闭夹克的开口。

B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

Lazily

懒洋洋地

Meaning

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

Example

He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning.

他懒洋洋地伸展双臂，早晨打了个哈欠。

B2 noun /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/

Fiancee

未婚妻

Meaning

a woman who is engaged to be married

Example

John bought a beautiful engagement ring for his fiancee.

约翰为他的未婚妻买了一枚漂亮的订婚戒指。

B2 noun /ˈdjuːəʊ/

duo

二重奏

Meaning

a pair of people or things, especially in music or entertainment

Example

The musical duo performed their latest hit at the concert.

这个音乐二重奏在音乐会上演奏了他们的最新热门曲。

B2 noun /ˈɡlɑːs.weər/

Glass-ware

玻璃器具

Meaning

objects made of glass, especially drinking glasses and decorative objects

Example

The wedding registry included fine glassware.

婚礼注册包括精美的玻璃器具。

B2 noun /ˈsɛtlər/

settler

定居者

Meaning

a person who settles in a new area or land

Example

The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes.

定居者们抵达新城市并开始建造房屋。

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

没有味道

Meaning

lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style

Example

The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.

汤完全没有味道，需要更多的调味料。

B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪ.tæts

habitats

栖息地

Meaning

The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Example

Scientists envision habitats on the Moon.

科学家设想月球上的栖息地。

B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

识字率

Meaning

The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.

Example

Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.

识字率影响着社会经济状况。

B2 verb rɪˈzaɪn

resign

辞职

Meaning

Voluntarily leave a job or other position.

Example

Ministers were forced to resign.

部长们被迫辞职。

B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

自动化

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

许多公司自动化其流程以节省时间。

B2 noun ˌreɪ.di.oʊ.ækˈtɪv.ə.ti

radioactivity

放射性

Meaning

The emission of ionizing radiation or particles caused by the spontaneous disintegration of atomic nuclei.

Example

Radioactivity is used in medical treatments like cancer therapy.

放射性在包括癌症治疗在内的医疗治疗中被用于治疗。

B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

食欲

Meaning

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.

Example

Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.

垃圾食品会不自然地增加食欲。

B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

调色板

Meaning

a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design

Example

The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.

艺术家在开始画画之前，在她的调色板上混合了鲜艳的色调。

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

监管；调节；规范；控制

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

政府对食品安全进行监管。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbəl/

unpredictable

不可预测的

Meaning

not able to be predicted; changing suddenly and unexpectedly

Example

The weather in this region is highly unpredictable.

这个地区的天气非常不可预测。

B2 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

怀疑的; 不信任的; 对某事的真相持怀疑态度

Meaning

having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something

Example

Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.

许多科学家对新理论持怀疑态度。

B2 adjective /ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

Payable

应付的

Meaning

required to be paid; owed as a debt

Example

The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date.

该金额应在发票日期后30天内支付。

B2 noun /ɪˈkweɪʒən/

equation

方程

Meaning

a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions

Example

He solved the equation to find the value of x.

他解出了方程，找到了x的值。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Unconvincing

不可信

Meaning

failing to persuade or impress; not believable or credible

Example

His excuse for being late was completely unconvincing.

他因迟到而给出的借口完全不可信。

B2 noun /səˈspens/

Suspense

悬念

Meaning

a feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what will happen

Example

The movie kept us in suspense until the very end.

电影让我们一直处于悬念中，直到最后。

B2 noun /ˈflɒrɪst/

florist

花店老板

Meaning

A person who sells and arranges flowers.

Example

We bought a bouquet from the local florist.

我们在当地的花店买了一个花束。

B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

袋子

Meaning

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

Example

She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.

她把硬币放在一个小皮袋里。

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 adjective /lɑːrdʒ skeɪl/

large-scale

大规模

Meaning

involving a large number or quantity, or covering a large area

Example

The company is planning a large-scale expansion into international markets.

该公司计划在国际市场进行大规模扩张。

B2 verb /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

惊叹

Meaning

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

People marvel at their surroundings.

人们对他们的周围环境感到惊叹。

B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

庄严

Meaning

Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.

Example

The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.

这一天从纪念馆的庄重仪式开始。

B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

项链坠子

Meaning

a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck

Example

She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.

她把祖母的照片放在了项链坠子里。

B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

virtual classrooms

虚拟教室

Meaning

An online learning environment where teachers and students interact via digital platforms.

Example

Virtual classrooms enable remote learning for students worldwide.

虚拟教室为全球学生提供远程学习的机会。

B2 adverb /ˈden.sli/

densely

密集地

Meaning

In a closely compacted or crowded manner.

Example

The area is densely covered with trees.

这个区域密集地覆盖着树木。

B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

故障

Meaning

a failure or collapse of a system or machinery

Example

The car had a breakdown on the highway.

车子在高速公路上发生了故障。

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

起诉

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

起诉方提出了有力的证据反对被告。

B2 adjective /juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

Unanimous

一致的

Meaning

fully in agreement; shared by all

Example

The committee reached a unanimous decision.

委员会达成了一致的决定。

B2 noun /ˈɡæl.ək.si/

Galaxy

银河系

Meaning

a system of millions or billions of stars, together with gas and dust, held together by gravitational attraction

Example

The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and Earth.

银河系是包含我们太阳系和地球的星系。

B2 noun /hoʊm ˈdɪstrɪkt/

home district

家乡地区

Meaning

the district where a person was born or originally comes from

Example

He returned to his home district after many years abroad.

他在国外多年后回到了自己的家乡地区。

B2 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

打碎

Meaning

To break suddenly into many small pieces.

Example

The glass will shatter if you drop it.

玻璃会碎掉，如果你把它摔下去。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Meaning

the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle

Example

The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Pointed

尖锐的; 直接且明确

Meaning

having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous

Example

She made a pointed remark about his behavior.

她对他的行为发表了直截了当的评论。

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

盟友; 联合; 关联

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

同盟军在战争期间一起工作。

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。

B2 noun /ˈfreʃmən/

freshman

大一新生

Meaning

a first-year student at a high school, college, or university

Example

The freshman felt nervous on his first day at university.

大一新生在大学的第一天感到紧张。

B2 verb /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

繁荣

Meaning

to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters

Example

With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.

凭借努力工作和决心，她在事业中取得了成功。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈzɒlvd/

unresolved

未解决的

Meaning

not solved or settled; remaining undecided or unclear

Example

The dispute remains unresolved despite several meetings.

尽管开了几次会议，这个争议仍未解决。

B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

补贴

Meaning

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

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

政府提供燃料补贴以控制价格。

B2 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

加速

Meaning

to increase speed or make something happen sooner

Example

The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.

司机加速超车。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

参议院

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

参议院投票支持新的医疗保健法案。

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 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

分母

Meaning

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

Example

In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.

在分数3/4中，数字4是分母。

B2 noun /ˈkreɪ.dəl/

Cradle

摇篮

Meaning

a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle.

婴儿在摇篮里安静地睡觉。

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

与外科手术相关

Meaning

relating to or involving surgery

Example

She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.

她接受了外科治疗来修复损伤。

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪdərəbli/

Considerably

显著地；相当大地

Meaning

to a notably large degree; significantly; substantially

Example

The price has increased considerably over the past year.

过去一年价格显著上涨。

B2 noun /sloʊp/

Slope

坡; 倾斜的地面

Meaning

an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level

Example

We walked up the steep slope of the mountain.

我们走上了陡峭的山坡。

B2 verb /θraɪv/

thrive

Meaning

to grow, develop, or be successful

Example

Small businesses can thrive with proper support.

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈvɔːrs/

divorce

离婚

Meaning

the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage

Example

After years of conflict, they decided to get a divorce.

经过多年的冲突，他们决定离婚。

B2 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

可持续发展

Meaning

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Example

Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.

生态旅游有助于当地社区的可持续发展。

B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

水壶, 大壶

Meaning

a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids

Example

The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.

桌子上的水壶里装满了冰冷的柠檬水。

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 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

史诗

Meaning

a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale

Example

The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.

《伊利亚特》是世界文学中最著名的史诗之一。

B2 noun /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/

willingness

意愿

Meaning

the quality of being prepared or ready to do something

Example

Her willingness to help others made her very popular.

她愿意帮助他人的态度使她变得非常受欢迎。

B2 noun /dʒuː/

jew

犹太人

Meaning

a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent

Example

He is a Jew by heritage and follows Jewish customs.

他是犹太人，继承了犹太传统并遵守犹太习俗。

B2 verb /kəmˈpaɪl/

compile

编制

Meaning

to collect information or material and put it together in a list, report, or book

Example

She compiled the research data into a detailed report.

她将研究数据编纂成一份详细报告。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/

likelihood

可能性

Meaning

the chance or probability of something happening

Example

There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow.

明天有很大的降雨可能性。

B2 noun /ˈdʒʊəri/

jury

陪审团

Meaning

a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence

Example

The jury found him guilty of the crime.

陪审团裁定他犯有罪行。

B2 noun /ˈfɜː.tɪ.laɪ.zər/

fertilizer

肥料

Meaning

a substance added to soil to make plants grow more successfully

Example

Farmers use fertilizer to increase crop production.

农民使用肥料来提高作物产量。

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。