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B1 adjective /ˈɜːrbən/

urban

城市的
Meaning
related to, characteristic of, or situated in a city or town
Example
Urban areas often have higher population density than rural areas.
城市地区通常比乡村地区有更高的人口密度。
C1 noun speɪst ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən

spaced repetition

间隔重复
Meaning
A learning technique that involves reviewing information at increasing intervals to improve long-term retention.
Example
Spaced repetition helps in long-term memory retention.
间隔重复有助于长期记忆保持。
A1 verb /lɜːrn/

learn

学习
Meaning
to acquire knowledge or skills; to gain understanding
Example
Children learn quickly when they are interested.
孩子们在感兴趣时很快学习。
C2 noun /ˈdoʊneɪtər/

donator

捐赠者
Meaning
A person who gives something, especially money or goods, as a donation.
Example
The donator wished to remain anonymous after contributing a large sum.
捐赠者在捐赠了一大笔钱后希望保持匿名。
A1 adjective /dɑːk/

Dark

黑暗
Meaning
having little or no light; of a deep shade approaching black
Example
She prefers dark colors for her winter clothes.
她更喜欢深色的冬季衣物。
A2 noun /ˈwɒlɪt/

Wallet

钱包
Meaning
a small folding case for carrying money, credit cards, and identification
Example
He pulled out his wallet to pay for the coffee.
他拿出钱包付了咖啡的钱。
C1 adjective ˌkwɪn.tɪˈsen.ʃəl

quintessential

典型的完美或典型的例子
Meaning
representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
Example
The artist's work is the quintessential example of modernism.
艺术家的作品是现代主义的典型示例。
B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

著名
Meaning
well known or famous; written down or observed
Example
He is a noted author in the field of history.
他是历史领域的著名作家。
A2 verb /kræʃ/

crash

幸福
Meaning
To collide violently; to suddenly stop working (for machines or computers).
Example
The car crashed into the wall at high speed.
她在获得奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 noun pɛsts

pests

害虫, 害动物
Meaning
Harmful or troublesome creatures, especially insects or small animals that damage crops, food, or living spaces.
Example
Pests can damage crops and cause diseases.
害虫可能损害作物并引发疾病。
A2 noun /bɪl/

Bill

鸟嘴
Meaning
the beak of a bird, especially when it is broad and flat
Example
The duck used its bill to filter food from the water.
那只鸭子用它的喙从水中过滤食物。
C2 verb /ˈkɒndʒʊɡeɪt/

conjugate

变位
Meaning
to list the different forms of a verb according to tense, person, and number
Example
Students are asked to conjugate the verb 'to be'.
学生被要求变动动词'是'的形式。
B2 noun /rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/

reliability

可靠性
Meaning
the quality of being trustworthy or performing consistently well
Example
Customers value the reliability of our service.
客户重视我们服务的可靠性。
C2 adjective /spæzˈmɒdɪk/

spasmodic

痉挛性
Meaning
occurring irregularly or in sudden bursts
Example
The patient experienced spasmodic coughing during the night.
病人在夜间经历了痉挛性咳嗽。
C1 adjective /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋ/

Exceeding

过度的; 超越的
Meaning
going beyond; surpassing; extremely
Example
The project was completed with exceeding excellence.
该项目以极高的卓越完成。
B2 verb /dɪˈvoʊt/

devote

奉献
Meaning
to give time, effort, or resources to something
Example
She devotes much of her time to helping the poor.
她把大部分时间都奉献给了帮助穷人。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

占主导地位
Meaning
Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.
Example
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
这幅画中的主要颜色是蓝色。
C1 noun /draɪ ˈtʃɪl.i/

Dry Chilli

干辣椒
Meaning
dried chili peppers used as spice for adding heat to food
Example
The recipe calls for two dry chillies to make it spicy.
这个食谱需要两颗干辣椒让它变辣。
A2 verb /ˈmæri/

marry

结婚
Meaning
to become husband and wife; to perform a wedding ceremony
Example
They plan to marry next summer.
他们计划明年夏天结婚。
A2 noun /ˈwɒʃ.ɪŋ məˌʃiːn/

Washing machine

洗衣机
Meaning
a machine for washing clothes and other textiles
Example
The washing machine broke down and needs repair.
洗衣机坏了，需要修理。
C1 noun /ˈɛn.kleɪv/

enclave

飞地
Meaning
a distinct area or group enclosed within a larger one
Example
The city has a small Italian enclave where traditions are preserved.
这座城市有一个小的意大利飞地，保留着传统。
C2 adjective /kənˈkɒmɪtənt/

concomitant

伴随的
Meaning
Naturally accompanying or associated with something.
Example
Increased stress is often concomitant with long working hours.
增加的压力通常与长时间的工作时间并存。
B1 noun /ˌɑk.jəˈpeɪ.ʃən/

Occupation

职业; 工作; 占领
Meaning
a job or profession; the action of taking control of a place
Example
Teaching is her chosen occupation.
教学是她选择的职业。
B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/

viewer

观众
Meaning
a person who watches something, especially television or video content
Example
The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.
观众可以使用遥控器切换频道。
B2 noun /ˈɑːr.tɪ.zən/

Artison

工匠
Meaning
a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand
Example
The artisan created a beautiful wooden sculpture.
工匠创造了一件美丽的木雕。
A1 noun /ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

walking

走路
Meaning
the activity of moving on foot at a moderate pace
Example
Walking every morning is good for your health.
每天早晨走路对你的健康有益。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌθɔːt/

forethought

预见
Meaning
careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future
Example
With a little forethought, we could have avoided the problem.
稍微有一点预见性，我们本可以避免这个问题。
C2 verb /əˈvʌls/

avulse

撕裂
Meaning
to tear away or separate forcibly, especially in medical or geological contexts
Example
The surgeon had to avulse the damaged tissue during the operation.
外科医生在手术中必须把受损的组织撕裂。
C1 noun /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒəniːz/

aborigines

土著
Meaning
The original inhabitants of a land, especially in Australia.
Example
The aborigines have preserved their traditions for thousands of years.
土著人已经保护了他们的传统数千年。
C1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.tə.di/

Custody

监护; 拘留; 保护
Meaning
the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; imprisonment or detention
Example
After the divorce, they shared custody of their children equally.
离婚后，他们平等地分享了孩子的监护权。
C2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ə.nə.bəl/

alienable

可转让的
Meaning
Able to be transferred or surrendered, usually referring to rights or property.
Example
Property rights are alienable and can be sold or transferred.
财产权是可以转让的，可以出售或转让。
C1 adjective /ˈtɑːrdi/

tardy

迟到
Meaning
Delayed; arriving or happening late.
Example
The student received a warning for being tardy to class.
学生因上课迟到而收到警告。
C2 adjective /ˈfɪnɪki/

finicky

难以取悦; 对细节非常挑剔
Meaning
difficult to please; very particular about details
Example
He is so finicky about his food that he only eats organic vegetables.
他对食物要求如此挑剔，甚至只吃有机蔬菜。
B1 verb /əbˈzɜːrv/

observe

观察
Meaning
to watch carefully; to notice or perceive something
Example
Scientists observe the behavior of animals in the wild.
科学家观察野生动物的行为。
C2 noun /ˌfɑːrməkəˈpiːə/

pharmacopoeia

药典
Meaning
An official book listing medicinal drugs, their effects, and directions for use.
Example
The doctor referred to the pharmacopoeia to check the drug's proper dosage.
医生查阅了药典，以核对药物的正确剂量。
A1 noun /tuː/

two

二
Meaning
the number following one
Example
She has two children.
她有两个孩子。
C1 adjective /rɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/

regenerative

再生的
Meaning
Able to restore or renew damaged environments, soil, or resources.
Example
Regenerative farming improves soil health and biodiversity.
再生农业改善了土壤健康和生物多样性。
C2 noun /məˈlɑː.ti/

Malati

马拉提
Meaning
a fragrant climbing plant with small white flowers, commonly known as jasmine
Example
The malati vine covered the garden wall with sweet-smelling flowers.
马拉提藤蔓用甜美的花香覆盖了花园的墙壁。
A1 adjective /ˈiːzi/

easy

简单
Meaning
not difficult; requiring little effort
Example
The exam was surprisingly easy.
考试出乎意料的简单。
B1 noun freɪzɪz

phrases

短语
Meaning
A small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause.
Example
Learn common phrases for daily use.
学习日常使用的常见短语。
A1 noun /ˈɛərpleɪn/

airplane

飞机
Meaning
a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and engines
Example
The airplane took off smoothly from the runway.
飞机平稳地从跑道上起飞。
C1 adjective /ˈbed.rɪd.ən/

Bedridden

卧床不起
Meaning
confined to bed; unable to leave one's bed due to illness or infirmity
Example
The elderly man has been bedridden for several months.
这位年长的男士已经卧床不起好几个月了。
C2 noun əˌten.juˈeɪ.ʃən

attenuation

衰减, 减弱, 缩小
Meaning
The reduction of the force, effect, or value of something.
Example
The attenuation of sound waves affects communication.
声音波的衰减会影响通讯。
C1 noun /ɪˈlɪpsɪs/

ellipsis

省略号
Meaning
The omission of words in a sentence, represented by three dots (...).
Example
The writer used an ellipsis to show that part of the quote was omitted.
作者使用省略号来表示引用的部分被省略。
B2 noun /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

identification

身份识别
Meaning
the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is
Example
You need proper identification to enter the building.
您需要适当的身份证明才能进入大楼。
C2 adverb, noun /ˈwɛə.wɪð/

wherewith

手段
Meaning
With which; the means or resources needed for something.
Example
He lacked the money wherewith to buy a new house.
他没有足够的钱来买新房。
C1 adjective /dɪˈfʌŋkt/

defunct

停用，废弃
Meaning
No longer existing, operating, or functioning.
Example
The company became defunct after the financial crisis.
这家公司在金融危机后不再运作。
C1 noun /ˈbɛd.rɒk/

bedrock

基础
Meaning
the solid rock layer beneath the soil; the fundamental basis of something
Example
Trust is the bedrock of a healthy relationship.
信任是健康关系的基础。
C2 noun /əˈsper.ɪ.ti/

asperity

Meaning
Harshness of tone, manner, or surface.
Example
She spoke with asperity when she was interrupted.
C1 verb /dɪˈluːd/

delude

欺骗
Meaning
To mislead someone into believing something that is not true.
Example
He deluded himself into thinking he could win the race without training.
他欺骗自己认为自己可以不训练就赢得比赛。
B1 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Generation

一代人; 生产;
Meaning
all the people born and living at about the same time; the production or creation of something
Example
Each generation faces unique challenges that shape their worldview and values.
每一代都面临着独特的挑战，这些挑战塑造了他们的世界观和价值观。
C2 noun /riːm/

ream

令纸
Meaning
A large quantity of paper (typically 500 sheets); informally, a large amount of something.
Example
The office ordered ten reams of paper.
办公室订购了十令纸。
B2 noun /ʌnˈrest/

Unrest

不安；动荡；社会或政治动乱
Meaning
a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder
Example
The economic crisis led to widespread social unrest.
经济危机导致了广泛的社会不安。
A2 noun /ˈhʌni/

Honey

蜂蜜
Meaning
a sweet, sticky substance made by bees from flower nectar
Example
I like to add honey to my tea.
我喜欢在我的茶里加蜂蜜。
C1 noun /ˈlɛɡɪŋ/

legging

紧身裤
Meaning
tight-fitting stretch pants, typically worn by women for exercise or casual wear
Example
She bought a new pair of black leggings for the gym.
她为健身房买了一条新的黑色紧身裤。
B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

判决
Meaning
to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law
Example
The court convicted him of theft.
法院判定他偷窃有罪。
B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

忠诚的; 忠实的; 可信的
Meaning
faithful; devoted; trustworthy
Example
He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.
他在困难时期对朋友保持忠诚。
B2 noun /doʊs/

dose

剂量
Meaning
a measured amount of a medicine or drug taken at one time
Example
The doctor prescribed one dose of the medicine every six hours.
医生每六小时开一次药物的剂量。
A2 adjective /fænˈtæstɪk/

Fantastic

极好的; 奇妙的; 卓越的
Meaning
extremely good; wonderful; excellent
Example
The movie was absolutely fantastic!
这部电影绝对是精彩的！
C2 noun /ˈjuːʒəri/

usury

高利贷
Meaning
The practice of lending money at unreasonably high interest rates.
Example
The law strictly prohibits usury.
法律严格禁止高利贷。
C1 noun /kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfər/

cartographer

制图师
Meaning
A person who makes maps.
Example
The cartographer carefully drew the map of the new territory.
制图师小心地绘制了新区域的地图。
B2 noun /ˈbɪtərnəs/

Bitterness

苦涩
Meaning
anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment; a sharp, unpleasant taste
Example
She spoke with bitterness about her former employer.
她谈到了对以前雇主的愤怒。
B2 adjective /ˈvaɪəbəl/

viable

可行的, 可操作的
Meaning
Capable of working successfully; feasible.
Example
A viable solution is necessary for long-term success.
一个可行的解决方案对长期成功至关重要。
A2 noun /flʌd/

Flood

洪水
Meaning
an overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits
Example
The heavy rain caused a flood in the village.
暴雨导致村庄发生了洪水。
B2 noun /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

inability

无能
Meaning
the state of being unable to do something
Example
His inability to make decisions affected his career.
他无法做决定，这影响了他的职业生涯。
C2 noun /wɛlp/

whelp

小狗
Meaning
a young offspring of a dog or other carnivorous mammal; sometimes used to mean an impudent young person
Example
The farmer found a wolf whelp hiding near the barn.
农民在谷仓附近发现了一只藏起来的狼崽。
A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

厚的; 密的;
Meaning
having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin
Example
The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.
这本书有厚重的页面和沉重的封面。
B2 adjective /lɪˈdʒɪt.ɪ.mət/

Legitimate

合法的; 有效的; 真实的; 合理的
Meaning
lawful; valid; genuine; reasonable
Example
He has a legitimate reason for being late.
他有正当的理由迟到。
C1 noun /ˈɛdɪfɪs/

edifice

大楼
Meaning
A large, impressive building or structure.
Example
The museum is an impressive edifice in the city center.
博物馆是市中心一座令人印象深刻的大楼。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈlaɪ.tənd/

Enlightened

开明的; 觉悟的; 智慧的;
Meaning
having or showing a rational, modern outlook; having spiritual knowledge or understanding
Example
The enlightened teacher shared wisdom with all her students.
那位开明的老师与她的所有学生分享了智慧。
C1 verb /ˈrʌsl/

rustle

沙沙作响
Meaning
To make a soft, light sound like leaves or paper moving.
Example
The leaves rustled gently in the evening breeze.
树叶在傍晚的微风中轻轻地沙沙作响。
C1 noun /mɜːrθ/

mirth

欢乐
Meaning
Great joy, amusement, or laughter.
Example
The festival was full of mirth and laughter.
这个节日充满了欢乐和笑声。
B1 adjective /ˈɡɔːr.dʒəs/

Gorgeous

极其美丽；吸引人；视觉上令人印象深刻
Meaning
extremely beautiful; attractive; visually stunning
Example
The bride looked absolutely gorgeous.
新娘看起来绝对美丽。
C1 adjective ˌnɒnˈvɜːr.bəl

nonverbal

非语言
Meaning
Communication using body language, facial expressions, or gestures instead of words
Example
Nonverbal cues play a crucial role in effective communication.
非语言提示在有效沟通中起着至关重要的作用。
A2 noun /ˈɡræmər/

grammar

语法
Meaning
the system and structure of a language, including rules for syntax, morphology, and usage
Example
She studied grammar to improve her writing skills.
她学习语法来提高写作能力。
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

处理器
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
这台新笔记本电脑有一个更快的处理器。
C1 adjective /ˈskɪtɪʃ/

skittish

紧张的
Meaning
easily frightened or nervous; unpredictable
Example
The horse was too skittish to ride.
那匹马太紧张，无法骑乘。
C2 noun /məˈdɒn.ə/

madonna

马东娜 (圣母玛利亚)
Meaning
An artistic representation of the Virgin Mary; also used as a respectful form of address for a woman in Italian culture.
Example
The Renaissance painting depicts a Madonna holding child Jesus.
文艺复兴时期的画作描绘了一位抱着耶稣婴儿的马东娜。
B1 verb /spɔɪl/

spoil

破坏
Meaning
to damage or ruin something
Example
The rain spoiled the outdoor event.
雨水破坏了户外活动。
C2 noun /ˈfoʊksl/

forecastle

船首舱
Meaning
The forward part of a ship below the deck, traditionally used as living quarters for the crew.
Example
The sailors gathered in the forecastle after their shift.
水手们在他们的班次结束后聚集在船首舱。
B2 adjective /fəˈbɪd.ən/

Forbidden

禁止的; 非法的
Meaning
not allowed; prohibited; banned
Example
Smoking is strictly forbidden in this building.
在这座建筑物内，吸烟是严格禁止的。
C2 adjective /vaɪˈtjuːpərəbl̩/

vituperable

应受指责的
Meaning
Deserving of blame, censure, or harsh criticism.
Example
His reckless actions made him vituperable in the eyes of his colleagues.
他鲁莽的行为使他在同事眼中变得应受指责的。
C2 verb /ænˈtɪpəθaɪz/

antipathize

反感
Meaning
to feel or express a strong dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
He seemed to antipathize with the new management's approach.
他似乎对新管理方法持反感态度。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈfɛərli/

unfairly

不公平地
Meaning
In a manner that is not just, reasonable, or impartial
Example
He was treated unfairly by the committee.
他被委员会不公平地对待。
C1 verb /ˈpændər/

pander

迎合, 奉承
Meaning
to indulge or exploit the weaknesses, desires, or immoral tendencies of others
Example
The politician was accused of pandering to voters' fears.
政治家被指控迎合选民的恐惧。
B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

配置
Meaning
an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure
Example
The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.
系统配置需要调整以提高性能。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈspɛərɪŋ/

unsparing

无情的
Meaning
Showing no mercy or generosity; harsh or severe.
Example
The critic was unsparing in his review of the play.
评论家在他的剧评中毫不留情。
B1 noun /lɪd/

Lid

盖子
Meaning
a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container
Example
Please put the lid back on the jar.
请把盖子重新放在瓶子上。
C1 verb /flɔːnt/

flaunt

炫耀
Meaning
to show off something proudly, often to attract attention
Example
She likes to flaunt her new jewelry at parties.
她喜欢在派对上炫耀她的新珠宝。
C1 verb /ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

reaffirm

重申
Meaning
To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.
Example
The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform.
总统重申了他对教育改革的承诺。
A1 verb /fərˈɡet/

forget

忘记
Meaning
to be unable to remember something; to fail to bring something to mind
Example
Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.
离开时不要忘记锁门。
B2 noun ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən

restoration

修复
Meaning
The process of returning something to its former condition.
Example
The restoration of the forest began after decades of neglect.
森林的修复开始于数十年的忽视之后。
C1 adjective /dɪˈreɪndʒd/

deranged

疯狂
Meaning
mentally disturbed or insane; behaving irrationally
Example
The deranged man shouted nonsense in the street.
那个疯狂的人在街上大喊胡言乱语。
B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

大胆; 愿意冒险
Meaning
adventurous courage; willingness to take risks
Example
The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.
登山者的大胆令基地营的每个人都印象深刻。
C1 verb /əˈfɪʃieɪt/

officiate

主持
Meaning
To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.
Example
The priest will officiate the wedding ceremony.
牧师将主持婚礼仪式。
B2 noun /trænzˈmɪʃən/

transmission

传输, 发送
Meaning
the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease
Example
The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.
通过互联网传输数据非常快。
B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

缺陷
Meaning
a defect or imperfection in something
Example
The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.
钻石有一个几乎看不见的小缺陷。
B2 noun /reɪˈʒiːm/

regime

政权
Meaning
a system or form of government, often authoritarian
Example
The military regime controlled the country for decades.
军事政权控制了这个国家几十年。
C1 noun dɪˈtætʃ.mənt

detachment

超脱
Meaning
The state of being objective or aloof; not being emotionally involved.
Example
Buddhist philosophy encourages detachment from material desires.
佛教哲学鼓励从物质欲望中解脱。
C2 noun /prəˈtɛktərət/

protectorate

保护国
Meaning
A state that is controlled and protected by another.
Example
The small country became a protectorate of the empire.
这个小国成为了帝国的保护国。
C2 noun /ˌræʃioʊsɪˈneɪʃən/

ratiocination

推理
Meaning
the process of reasoning or logical thinking
Example
His ratiocination impressed the judges during the debate.
他的推理在辩论中给裁判留下了深刻印象。
B2 adjective /ˈfjʊə.ri.əs/

Furious

愤怒的; 激烈的; 暴力的;
Meaning
extremely angry; violent; fierce;
Example
She was furious when she discovered the mistake.
她发现错误时非常愤怒。
B1 noun /poʊl/

pole

杆
Meaning
a long, slender, vertical object or structure, typically made of wood, metal, or another material
Example
They placed the flag on top of the pole.
他们把旗帜放在杆顶上。
B2 verb /tæn/

tan

Meaning
to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals
Example
She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.
A2 noun /ˈvɪzɪtər/

visitor

游客
Meaning
a person who goes to see a place or someone for a short time
Example
The museum had many visitors last weekend.
博物馆上周末有很多游客。
C1 noun ˈprəʊses stəˈbɪlɪti

process stability

过程稳定性
Meaning
The consistency and steadiness of biological or functional processes
Example
Cold air ensures process stability in plants.
冷空气确保植物的过程稳定性。
A2 noun /spiːtʃ/

Speech

演讲; 演说;
Meaning
formal address or discourse delivered to an audience; the expression of thoughts in spoken words
Example
The president gave an inspiring speech to the nation.
总统向国家发表了鼓舞人心的演讲。
A1 pronoun, noun, adjective /wʌn/

one

一
Meaning
the number equivalent to the sum of zero and one; a single person or thing
Example
Only one student answered the question.
只有一个学生回答了问题。
C1 verb /dʒæb/

jab

Meaning
To poke or thrust quickly, often with a finger or something pointed.
Example
He jabbed his finger at the map to show the location.
C2 noun /ˈbʊlrʌʃ/

bulrush

芦苇
Meaning
A tall plant with long leaves that grows in or near water, also known as a cattail.
Example
The pond was surrounded by tall bulrushes swaying in the wind.
池塘被高大的芦苇环绕，随风摇曳。
B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si

life expectancy

预期寿命
Meaning
The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective.
Example
Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality.
预期寿命取决于医疗保健质量。
B1 verb /ˈhɛdɪŋ/

heading

驶向
Meaning
Moving in a particular direction.
Example
The ship is heading toward Antarctica.
船只正驶向南极洲。
C1 noun /ˈeɪθiɪzəm/

atheism

无神论
Meaning
The belief that there is no God or gods.
Example
He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.
他在社会压力下公开宣称自己的无神论。
C2 adjective /ˈpɛkəbl/

peccable

有罪的
Meaning
liable to sin or error; capable of doing wrong
Example
Humans are peccable, but they strive for goodness.
人类是有罪的，但他们努力向善。
B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

反歧视的
Meaning
Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.
Example
The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.
反歧视运动是突破性的。
C2 noun, adjective /pəˈtrɪʃən/

patrician

贵族
Meaning
A person of noble rank or high social standing; relating to aristocracy.
Example
The patrician families of Rome wielded great power in politics.
罗马的贵族家庭在政治上拥有巨大的权力。
B1 noun /ˈplæt.fɔːm/

platform

平台
Meaning
A raised level surface on which people or things can stand.
Example
The platform was used to discuss collaboration.
该平台用于讨论合作。
B1 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/

disappointment

失望
Meaning
the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations
Example
Her face showed deep disappointment after hearing the results.
她的脸在听到结果后显露出深深的失望。
A1 noun /ˈbɛdruːm/

bedroom

卧室
Meaning
A room used for sleeping in.
Example
The children were playing in the bedroom.
孩子们正在卧室里玩耍。
C2 noun /dɪˈkrɛpɪˌtjuːd/

decrepitude

衰败
Meaning
the state of being old, weak, and worn out
Example
The once-great empire fell into decrepitude.
曾经伟大的帝国陷入了衰败。
B1 noun ˈkraɪsɪs

crisis

危机
Meaning
A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.
Example
The financial crisis affected global markets.
金融危机影响了全球市场。