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C1 adjective /ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/

vegetative

与生长或生命的基本过程相关，通常没有意识的思考或活动
Meaning
relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity
Example
The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident.
事故发生后，病人保持在植物状态。
C1 adjective /ˈsek.j ə.l ər/

Secular

世俗的
Meaning
not connected with religious or spiritual matters; worldly
Example
The country maintains a secular government that separates religion from politics.
这个国家维持一个世俗的政府，将宗教与政治分离。
C1 verb ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

augmenting

增加
Meaning
Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree
Example
Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare.
随着医疗保健的进步，预期寿命正在增加。
C1 noun /plɔɪ/

ploy

巧妙的计谋
Meaning
a clever plan or action designed to gain an advantage
Example
She used a clever ploy to win the debate.
她用了一招聪明的伎俩来赢得辩论。
C1 noun /ˈæmplɪtjuːd/

amplitude

振幅
Meaning
the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, or the size of something
Example
The amplitude of the earthquake was measured on the Richter scale.
地震的振幅在里氏震级上被测量。
C1 noun /ˈhjuːbrɪs/

hubris

傲慢
Meaning
excessive pride or self-confidence
Example
His hubris led to his downfall.
他的傲慢导致了他的垮台。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

三部曲
Meaning
a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story
Example
The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.
导演最终发布了第三部电影，完成了这部科幻三部曲。
C1 noun /ˈkwɪk.sænd/

Quick-sand

流沙
Meaning
loose wet sand that yields easily to pressure and sucks in anything on its surface
Example
The explorer got trapped in quicksand while crossing the desert.
探险家在穿越沙漠时被流沙困住。
C1 noun /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪks/

linguistics

语言学
Meaning
The scientific study of language and its structure.
Example
She decided to major in linguistics at university.
她决定在大学里攻读语言学。
C1 adjective ˈkwɒn.tɪ.faɪ.ə.bəl

quantifiable

可量化的
Meaning
Able to be expressed or measured as a quantity; capable of being counted or calculated.
Example
The impact of the project is quantifiable.
项目的影响是可量化的。
C1 noun /ˈfɔɪeɪr/

foyer

前厅
Meaning
An entrance hall or lobby in a building.
Example
The guests waited in the hotel foyer before checking in.
客人在酒店大厅等候办理入住手续。
C1 verb/noun /stuːp/

stoop

幸福
Meaning
To bend one's body forward and downward; also a small porch or staircase at the entrance of a house
Example
He had to stoop to pick up the coin.
当她收到奖项时，她无法隐藏自己的幸福。
C1 noun delˈteɪɪk ˈlændskeɪp

deltaic landscape

三角洲景观
Meaning
A geographical area formed by sediment deposits at the mouth of a river, creating a triangular land formation.
Example
Bangladesh has a unique deltaic landscape.
孟加拉国拥有独特的三角洲景观。
C1 noun /sɪˈkriː.ʃən/

Secretion

分泌
Meaning
a process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell or gland
Example
Insulin secretion is crucial for blood sugar regulation.
胰岛素分泌对血糖的调节至关重要。
C1 adverb /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkli/

mathematically

从数学上
Meaning
in a way that relates to mathematics; using numbers, formulas, or logical calculation
Example
The problem can be solved mathematically rather than by guesswork.
这个问题可以从数学上解决，而不是靠猜测。
C1 noun /ˌɑːr.kəˈpɛl.əˌɡoʊ/

archipelago

群岛
Meaning
A group of islands clustered together in a body of water.
Example
Indonesia is an archipelago with thousands of islands.
印度尼西亚是一个由成千上万个岛屿组成的群岛。
C1 verb /dɪˈpliːt/

deplete

耗尽
Meaning
to reduce the quantity or supply of something
Example
The long war has depleted the country's resources.
长时间的战争已经耗尽了该国的资源。
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。
C1 verb /aʊtˈlæst/

outlast

比...持续更久
Meaning
to continue longer than; to endure beyond someone or something else
Example
The old castle has outlasted many generations.
这座古老的城堡已经比许多代人持续得更久。
C1 noun dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

dexterity

灵巧
Meaning
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.
Example
His dexterity in playing the piano amazed the audience.
他在弹钢琴时的灵巧让观众惊讶。
C1 adjective ˈdɪs.pər.ət

disparate

截然不同
Meaning
containing elements very different from one another.
Example
Their opinions were disparate, leading to debates.
他们的意见截然不同，导致了辩论。
C1 adjective/noun /ˈsʌkjələnt/

succulent

多汁的
Meaning
Juicy or full of juice; also refers to a plant with thick, fleshy leaves adapted to storing water.
Example
The steak was so succulent that everyone enjoyed it.
这块牛排多汁到每个人都喜欢。
C1 adjective /fəˈnætɪk/

Fanatic

狂热者
Meaning
extremely passionate about something; showing excessive enthusiasm or devotion
Example
He is a fanatic supporter of his football team.
他是他足球队的狂热支持者。
C1 noun /ˈɑːdəsi/

odyssey

漫长的旅行
Meaning
a long, adventurous journey; a series of experiences
Example
Her career has been an odyssey of challenges and achievements.
她的职业生涯是一场挑战和成就的漫长旅行。
C1 adjective /ˌtræn.zətˈlæn.tɪk/

transatlantic

跨越大西洋
Meaning
crossing or spanning the Atlantic Ocean
Example
They took a transatlantic flight from New York to London.
他们乘坐了一班从纽约到伦敦的跨大西洋航班。
C1 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃənər/

executioner

刽子手
Meaning
A person who carries out a death sentence by execution.
Example
The executioner prepared the gallows for the condemned prisoner.
刽子手为被定罪的囚犯准备了绞刑架。
C1 verb /ˈpɜːmieɪt/

permeate

渗透, 弥漫, 渗入
Meaning
Spread throughout (something); pervade.
Example
The scent of fresh flowers permeated the entire room.
新鲜花朵的香气弥漫整个房间。
C1 noun /ˈflæn.əl/

Flannel

法兰绒
Meaning
a soft woven fabric, typically made of wool or cotton and slightly milled and raised
Example
He wore a warm flannel shirt in winter.
他在冬天穿了一件温暖的法兰绒衬衫。
C1 adjective /ˌeɪˈmɔːrəl/

amoral

不道德的
Meaning
Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with rightness or wrongness of something.
Example
The character in the novel was portrayed as completely amoral.
小说中的人物被描绘成完全不道德。
C1 verb /prəˈfes/

profess

宣称
Meaning
to declare or claim openly; to state one's belief
Example
He professes his love for classical music.
他宣称自己热爱古典音乐。
C1 adjective /ˈseɪ.li.ənt/

salient

重要的，突出的或显著的
Meaning
Most important, prominent, or noticeable
Example
The report highlighted the salient points of the discussion.
报告突出讨论中的重点。
C1 noun /ˈsɒnɪt/

sonnet

十四行诗
Meaning
A poem of 14 lines using formal rhyme schemes, often about love.
Example
Shakespeare wrote many famous sonnets about love and beauty.
莎士比亚写了许多关于爱情与美丽的著名十四行诗。
C1 noun /məˈdɜːrnəti/

modernity

现代性
Meaning
The quality or condition of being modern; up-to-date ideas, practices, or style.
Example
The city’s architecture reflects both tradition and modernity.
这座城市的建筑反映了传统与现代性的结合。
C1 adjective ˌʌn.pəˈtɜːbd

unperturbed

不为某事烦恼或困扰；冷静且镇定
Meaning
Not worried or disturbed by something; calm and composed.
Example
She remained unperturbed despite the challenges.
尽管有挑战，她依然保持冷静。
C1 adjective /prɪˈkoʊʃəs/

precocious

早熟
Meaning
Showing advanced development or maturity at an unusually early age.
Example
The precocious child was reading novels at the age of five.
那个早熟的孩子五岁时就能阅读小说。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnsəˈfɪstɪˌkeɪtɪd/

unsophisticated

不复杂
Meaning
Lacking worldly experience, refinement, or complexity.
Example
The villagers led an unsophisticated but happy life.
村民过着简单而幸福的生活。
C1 noun /kwɜːrk/

Quirk

怪癖; 习惯
Meaning
a peculiar behavioral habit; an unexpected turn or twist
Example
Her quirk of always wearing mismatched socks made her unique.
她总是穿着不配的袜子，这个怪癖使她与众不同。
C1 noun ziːl

zeal

热情
Meaning
Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective; passion.
Example
She approached the project with great zeal and determination.
她以极大的热情和决心开始了这个项目。
C1 verb /ˈmʌtər/

mutter

低声说
Meaning
to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation
Example
He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.
他低声咕哝着什么，走开了。
C1 verb /ˈɡræpəl/

grapple

斗争, 摔跤
Meaning
to struggle or wrestle with something, often a problem or opponent
Example
The company is grappling with financial difficulties.
公司正在与财务困难作斗争。
C1 noun /rɪˈsɜː.dʒəns/

resurgence

复兴
Meaning
An increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence.
Example
The city saw a resurgence in tourism after the pandemic.
这座城市在大流行后看到了旅游业的复兴。
C1 adjective /sɪmˈplɪstɪk/

simplistic

过于简化的
Meaning
treating complex issues as if they were much simpler than they really are
Example
His explanation was too simplistic and ignored key details.
他的解释过于简化，忽略了关键的细节。
C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

脱离
Meaning
To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.
Example
Several states threatened to secede from the union.
几个州威胁要脱离联邦。
C1 noun /dɪˈprɛsənt/

depressant

抑制剂
Meaning
A drug that reduces functional or nervous activity in the body.
Example
Alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system.
酒精在中枢神经系统中作为抑制剂发挥作用。
C1 adjective /ˈfuːlpruːf/

foolproof

万无一失
Meaning
Designed to be very easy to use or understand, leaving no possibility of failure or error.
Example
The new software has a foolproof installation process.
这款新软件具有万无一失的安装过程。
C1 adjective /ˌmer.ɪˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Meritorious

值得表扬的
Meaning
deserving reward or praise; commendable; worthy of recognition
Example
His meritorious service to the community was recognized.
他对社区的值得表扬的服务得到了认可。
C1 adjective /ˈspɑːrtn/

spartan

斯巴达式
Meaning
showing simplicity and lack of luxury; austere
Example
He lived in a spartan room with just a bed and a chair.
他住在一个斯巴达式的房间里，只有一张床和一把椅子。
C1 verb /ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/

patronize

屈尊俯就
Meaning
to treat someone in a condescending way; to be a regular customer of a business
Example
Don't patronize me with your fake sympathy.
不要用你虚假的同情来屈尊俯就我。
C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

自控力
Meaning
The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.
Example
His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.
他在危机中的自控力令人钦佩。
C1 noun səˈlɪnɪti ɪnˈtruːʒən

salinity intrusion

盐水入侵
Meaning
The movement of salt water into freshwater areas, typically affecting coastal regions.
Example
Salinity intrusion affects coastal regions.
盐水入侵影响沿海地区。
C1 verb /ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

stigmatize

污名化
Meaning
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
Example
People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized.
患有某些疾病的人常常被不公正地污名化。
C1 adjective /prəˈpɔːrʃənət/

proportionate

成比例的
Meaning
Corresponding in size, degree, or intensity; balanced in relation.
Example
The punishment should be proportionate to the crime.
惩罚应该与犯罪成比例。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərət/

temperate

温和的
Meaning
showing moderation or self-restraint; also describing mild climate.
Example
He is known for his temperate behavior even in stressful situations.
即使在压力大的情况下，他也以温和的行为而闻名。
C1 noun /ˈbjuːɡəl/

Bugle

军号
Meaning
a brass musical instrument similar to a trumpet but without valves, used especially for military calls
Example
The soldier played the bugle to signal the start of the ceremony.
士兵吹响军号以示仪式开始
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/

Inaugural

开幕
Meaning
marking the beginning of something; first; opening
Example
The president delivered his inaugural speech.
总统发表了他的开幕演讲。
C1 noun /ˈtwɪstər/

twister

龙卷风
Meaning
A tornado or something that twists; also refers to a challenging tongue twister.
Example
The twister destroyed several houses in the village.
龙卷风摧毁了村庄里的几栋房子。
C1 noun /ˌɒbstəˈtrɪʃən/

obstetrician

产科医生
Meaning
A doctor specializing in pregnancy, childbirth, and women's reproductive health.
Example
The obstetrician monitored the mother’s health throughout the pregnancy.
产科医生在整个怀孕过程中监测了母亲的健康。
C1 verb /ɪnˈfleɪm/

inflame

激起
Meaning
to arouse strong feelings or provoke anger; to cause inflammation in the body
Example
The politician's remarks served to inflame public opinion.
政治家的言论激起了公众舆论的愤怒。
C1 adjective /ˈreɪ.si/

racy

刺激的
Meaning
Lively, entertaining, or slightly shocking (especially in a sexual way).
Example
The novel was full of racy dialogues.
这部小说充满了刺激的对话。
C1 noun /ˌoʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/

overproduction

过度生产
Meaning
The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.
Example
The economic crisis was caused by the overproduction of goods.
经济危机是由商品的过度生产引起的。
C1 verb /krɪndʒ/

cringe

感到尴尬
Meaning
To shrink back in fear, embarrassment, or discomfort.
Example
She cringed when she remembered her mistake.
她想起自己的错误时，感到非常尴尬。
C1 adjective /ˈwɪntri/

wintry

冬季的
Meaning
Characteristic of or suitable for winter; cold and bleak.
Example
The wintry wind made everyone shiver as they walked outside.
冬季的风让所有人在外面走路时颤抖。
C1 noun ˈɛksəʊˌplænɪt

exoplanet

绕着一颗恒星公转的星球，位于太阳系外
Meaning
A planet that orbits a star outside the solar system.
Example
Astronomers have discovered thousands of exoplanets in the last decade.
天文学家在过去十年发现了成千上万的外行星。
C1 adjective /ˈwaɪəri/

wiry

瘦弱而强壮
Meaning
Lean, tough, and strong, often with sinewy muscles.
Example
The wiry athlete moved with remarkable speed and agility.
那个瘦弱的运动员以惊人的速度和敏捷性移动。
C1 noun ˌmʌn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

monetization

将资产或服务转化为赚取金钱的方式
Meaning
Converting an asset or service into a way of earning money.
Example
YouTube allows content creators to earn money through monetization.
YouTube 允许内容创作者通过货币化赚取收入。
C1 noun ˌmɛtə ˈmɔːfəsɪs

metamorphosis

蜕变
Meaning
A change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
Example
The company's metamorphosis from a small startup to a global leader was remarkable.
这家公司的蜕变从一家小型初创公司成长为全球领导者，令人瞩目。
C1 verb /iːk/

eke

节省
Meaning
to make a small amount of something last longer by using it sparingly
Example
The family tried to eke out their savings during the tough months.
这个家庭在艰难的月份里尽量节省他们的积蓄。
C1 noun /ˈʌlsər/

ulcer

Meaning
a sore on the skin or a mucous membrane that does not heal easily
Example
The doctor prescribed medicine to treat the stomach ulcer.
C1 verb /mæʃ/

mash

捣碎
Meaning
to crush or mix food into a soft mass, usually by pressing or beating
Example
She mashed the potatoes before serving dinner.
她在上菜前把土豆捣碎了。
C1 adjective /ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk/

Idealistic

理想主义的
Meaning
pursuing high principles or ideals; unrealistically optimistic
Example
She has an idealistic view of changing the world.
她对改变世界有着理想主义的看法。
C1 noun /ɪnˈædɪkwəsi/

inadequacy

不足
Meaning
lack of sufficient ability, quality, or strength; a feeling of not being good enough
Example
She struggled with feelings of inadequacy at work despite her strong qualifications.
尽管资历很强，她在工作中仍感到不足。
C1 noun koʊˈhisɪv ˈjunɪts

cohesive units

凝聚的单元
Meaning
Groups or organizations that work together as unified wholes, with members closely bound together.
Example
Early humans formed cohesive units for survival.
早期人类为了生存，形成了凝聚的单元。
C1 verb /fɔrˈstɔl/

forestall

提前预防
Meaning
to prevent by acting in advance; to anticipate and counter
Example
They forestalled the crisis by taking immediate action.
他们通过立即行动避免了危机。
C1 adjective /iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/

aesthetical

美学的
Meaning
concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; related to artistic taste or appearance
Example
The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building.
建筑师注重建筑的美学平衡。
C1 noun /ɪˈvændʒəlɪst/

evangelist

传教士
Meaning
A person who seeks to convert others to the Christian faith, especially by public preaching.
Example
The evangelist traveled across the country spreading his message.
传教士旅行穿越全国，传播他的消息。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfriːkwənt/

infrequent

不频繁
Meaning
Happening rarely or not often.
Example
He made infrequent visits to his hometown after moving abroad.
他在搬到国外后，偶尔才回家乡。
C1 verb /klɪntʃ/

clinch

Meaning
To secure or settle something decisively; to grasp tightly.
Example
The team clinched the championship with a last-minute goal.
C1 verb, noun /klɑːɡ/

clog

堵塞 / 木鞋
Meaning
to block or become blocked; a type of heavy wooden shoe
Example
The sink was clogged with food waste.
水槽被食物废料堵住了。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərət/

inconsiderate

不体贴
Meaning
Thoughtless; showing a lack of concern for others.
Example
It was inconsiderate of him to play loud music late at night.
他在深夜播放大声音乐，显得很不体贴。
C1 noun /məˈnɒtəni/

monotony

单调
Meaning
Lack of variety and interest; tedious repetition and routine.
Example
Breaking the monotony of everyday life can improve mental health.
打破日常生活的单调可以改善心理健康。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪθ.i/

pithy

简洁而有意义
Meaning
concise and meaningful; full of substance
Example
She gave a pithy comment that summarized the issue perfectly.
她给出了一个简洁的评论，完美地总结了问题。
C1 noun /ˈvɜːrtɪˌɡoʊ/

vertigo

幸福
Meaning
A sensation of spinning or dizziness, often caused by problems in the inner ear or brain.
Example
She felt a sudden vertigo when she looked down from the tall building.
当她获得奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福感。
C1 verb /veks/

vex

烦扰
Meaning
to annoy or frustrate someone; to cause trouble
Example
The constant noise from construction vexes the residents.
来自施工的持续噪音烦扰着居民。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌsiːər/

overseer

监督员
Meaning
a person who supervises work or workers; a manager
Example
The overseer made sure the workers followed safety rules.
监督员确保工人遵守安全规则。
C1 noun /ˈpraɪ.meɪt/

primate

灵长类动物, 类人猿
Meaning
A member of the group of animals including humans, apes, and monkeys.
Example
Humans are classified as primates.
人类被归类为灵长类动物。
C1 noun /ˌdez.ɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/

Designation

任命; 职位; 标题; 官方身份
Meaning
the action of choosing someone for a position; a name, title, or official status
Example
His designation as team leader came with additional responsibilities and authority.
他的团队领导职务带来了额外的责任和权力。
C1 noun /ˈmeɪniə/

Mania

狂热; 极度的热情
Meaning
Mental illness marked by periods of great excitement; extreme enthusiasm
Example
She had a mania for collecting vintage postcards from around the world.
她有一个收集世界各地旧明信片的狂热。
C1 noun (plural) /ˈɪndɪˌsiːz/

indices

指数
Meaning
plural form of index; statistical measures or reference points used for comparison
Example
Stock market indices fell sharply after the announcement.
公告后，股市指数急剧下跌。
C1 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈmɔːtəm/

postmortem

尸体解剖
Meaning
An examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.
Example
The doctor carried out a postmortem on the body.
医生对尸体进行了尸体解剖。
C1 noun /ˌdaɪəˈrɑːmə/

diorama

立体模型
Meaning
a three-dimensional model representing a scene, often with miniature figures
Example
The museum displayed a diorama of an ancient village.
博物馆展示了一个古代村庄的立体模型。
C1 adjective /ˈtraɪflɪŋ/

Trifling

微不足道的; 琐碎的; 不重要的
Meaning
of little importance; trivial; insignificant
Example
Don't worry about such trifling matters.
别为这些琐碎的事情担心。
C1 noun esˈθet.ɪks

aesthetics

美学
Meaning
A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.
Example
Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.
室内设计专注于美学和功能性。
C1 adjective /səˈdɪs.tɪk/

sadistic

施虐狂
Meaning
Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others.
Example
The villain had a sadistic smile while hurting his enemies.
恶棍在伤害敌人时露出了施虐狂的笑容。
C1 noun ˈwaɪldlaɪf ˈkɔːrɪdɔːrz

wildlife corridors

野生动物走廊
Meaning
Areas of habitat connecting wildlife populations separated by human activities or structures.
Example
Wildlife corridors connect fragmented habitats, enabling species migration.
野生动物走廊连接破碎的栖息地，促进物种迁徙。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmæm.əθ/

mammoth

Meaning
An extinct large elephant-like animal with long curved tusks; also means something huge.
Example
The company faced a mammoth challenge during expansion.
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。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɑːr.ɡən/

jargon

行话
Meaning
Specialized or technical language used by a particular group or profession.
Example
The lawyer’s explanation was full of legal jargon.
律师的解释充满了法律行话。
C1 adjective /ˈdʒɑː.rɪŋ/

jarring

刺耳的，震惊的
Meaning
Striking or shocking in a way that creates a strong contrast or clash.
Example
The sudden loud noise was jarring to everyone in the room.
突然的响亮噪音让房间里每个人都感到震惊。
C1 adjective /spɑːrs/

sparse

稀少
Meaning
thinly scattered or distributed; not dense or abundant
Example
Vegetation was sparse in the desert.
沙漠中的植被稀少。
C1 noun /nɪˈɡeɪʃən/

negation

否定
Meaning
The act of denying something; the contradiction or absence of something.
Example
The theory is built on the negation of traditional beliefs.
理论建立在对传统信仰的否定之上。
C1 adjective /əˈdɒptɪv/

adoptive

收养的
Meaning
relating to the adoption of a child or the act of taking something as one’s own
Example
She grew up in a loving adoptive family.
她在一个充满爱的收养家庭中长大。
C1 adjective, verb /sɪˈdeɪt/

sedate

镇静
Meaning
calm, quiet, and composed; or to administer a drug to make someone calm or sleep
Example
The nurse sedated the patient before the operation.
护士在手术前给病人注射了镇静剂。
C1 noun /wɪsp/

wisp

一小束或一片
Meaning
A small thin or twisted bunch, piece, or amount of something.
Example
A wisp of smoke rose from the chimney.
一缕烟雾从烟囱升起。
C1 verb /ɪmˈploʊd/

implode

内爆
Meaning
To collapse or burst inward violently.
Example
The old building imploded during the demolition.
老建筑在拆除时发生了内爆。
C1 noun /kəˈnʌn.drəm/

conundrum

复杂的问题或谜题
Meaning
A complex problem or puzzle without an easy solution
Example
The ethical conundrum puzzled the researchers.
这个道德困境让研究人员感到困惑。
C1 verb /ˈlæmɪˌneɪt/

laminate

覆膜
Meaning
to cover or enclose something with a protective layer, usually plastic
Example
She laminated her important documents to protect them from damage.
她把重要的文件进行了塑料封面处理，以保护它们免受损坏。
C1 adjective /pəˈnɪnsjələr/

peninsular

半岛状的
Meaning
Relating to or resembling a peninsula.
Example
The peninsular region is surrounded by water on three sides.
半岛地区三面被水包围。
C1 verb əˈblɪt.ə.reɪt

obliterate

摧毁
Meaning
To destroy utterly; wipe out completely, to erase or remove something completely.
Example
The storm obliterated entire villages.
暴风雨摧毁了整个村庄。
C1 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discrete

离散的
Meaning
individually separate and distinct
Example
The course is divided into three discrete modules.
该课程被划分为三个离散模块。
C1 adverb kəmˈpæktli

compactly

紧凑地
Meaning
In a closely packed or dense manner.
Example
Protons and neutrons are compactly arranged.
质子和中子紧密地排列。
C1 verb /dɪˈfɔːrm/

deform

变形
Meaning
to change the shape or form of something, especially in a way that makes it ugly or damaged; to distort
Example
The intense heat began to deform the plastic container.
高温开始使塑料容器变形。
C1 adverb /əˈtroʊʃəsli/

atrociously

极其糟糕地
Meaning
in a very cruel, shocking, or extremely bad manner
Example
The service at the restaurant was atrociously slow.
这家餐馆的服务慢得极其糟糕。
C1 adjective /ˈsɪlkən/

Silken

丝绸的; 柔软的; 光滑的;
Meaning
made of silk; smooth and soft like silk
Example
She wore a beautiful silken dress to the party.
她穿了一件漂亮的丝绸裙子去参加聚会。
C1 adjective /ˌɛpɪˈsɒdɪk/

episodic

集集式的
Meaning
Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.
Example
Her interest in art was episodic, coming and going over the years.
她对艺术的兴趣是间歇性的，随着岁月的流逝而来又去。
C1 adjective /ˌhoʊlˈhɑːrtɪd/

wholehearted

全心全意
Meaning
showing complete sincerity and commitment; fully enthusiastic
Example
She gave her wholehearted support to the project.
她全心全意地支持这个项目。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪb.jə.ter.i/

Tributary

支流
Meaning
a river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake
Example
The tributary joins the main river near the city.
支流在城市附近与主河汇合。
C1 noun /ˌriː.əˈdʒʌst.mənt/

readjustment

Meaning
The act of changing or correcting something again to make it suitable or balanced.
Example
After moving to a new city, he went through a period of readjustment.
C1 noun /rɪˌmjuː.nəˈreɪ.ʃən/

Remuneration

报酬; 薪酬; 奖金
Meaning
money paid for work or services; compensation or reward
Example
The job offers excellent remuneration and benefits.
这份工作提供了优厚的报酬和福利。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/

exhilarating

令人振奋的
Meaning
Making someone feel very excited, happy, or thrilled.
Example
Skydiving was the most exhilarating experience of his life.
跳伞是他一生中最令人振奋的经历。
C1 noun /ˈɪnˌmeɪt/

inmate

囚犯
Meaning
a person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital
Example
The prison has over a thousand inmates.
监狱里有超过一千名囚犯。