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B2 noun /ˈwɔːl.nʌt/

Walnut

核桃
Meaning
an edible nut with a hard shell and a wrinkled appearance
Example
I love to eat walnuts with honey for breakfast.
我喜欢在早餐时吃蜂蜜核桃。
B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

海星
Meaning
a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor
Example
The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.
海星缓慢地在海底移动，寻找食物。
B2 adjective, noun, verb /faʊl/

foul

Meaning
offensive to the senses; dirty or unpleasant; in sports, an unfair or illegal act
Example
The player was penalized for committing a foul.
C1 verb /hiːd/

heed

注意
Meaning
to pay attention to; to take notice of
Example
You should heed the teacher's advice.
你应该听从老师的建议。
C1 adjective পারসিভেবল

perceivable

可察觉的
Meaning
Able to be seen, noticed, or detected.
Example
The changes in winter weather are perceivable in rural areas.
冬季天气的变化在农村地区是可察觉的。
C2 noun /əˈkwɪtəns/

acquittance

收据
Meaning
a written receipt acknowledging payment or discharge of a debt
Example
He demanded an acquittance after paying the loan.
他要求在支付贷款后获得一张收据。
C1 adjective /ˈmjuːtɪd/

muted

柔和的
Meaning
softened in sound, color, or effect; subdued
Example
The room was painted in muted shades of blue and grey.
房间用蓝色和灰色的柔和色调粉刷。
A1 noun /ˈɪntənet/

internet

全球计算机网络
Meaning
A global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities.
Example
The internet has revolutionized the way we access information.
互联网彻底改变了我们获取信息的方式。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

专利
Meaning
a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights
Example
He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.
他为保护他的发明不被复制而申请了专利。
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。
C2 noun kənˌsep.tʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

conceptualization

概念化
Meaning
The process of forming a concept or idea; the process of developing something in the mind.
Example
The conceptualization of renewable cities is groundbreaking.
可再生城市的概念化是革命性的。
B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

不耐烦
Meaning
The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.
Example
His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.
随着会议的拖延，他的不耐烦愈加明显。
C2 noun /ˌθɜː.məʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

thermogenesis

热量生产过程
Meaning
The process of heat production in living organisms, often associated with burning calories and energy expenditure.
Example
Spicy foods can enhance thermogenesis and calorie burning.
辛辣食物可以增强热生热和卡路里燃烧。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsəvəˌtwɑː/

conservatoire

音乐学院
Meaning
A school specializing in the study of music or drama.
Example
She trained as a pianist at the Paris Conservatoire.
她在巴黎音乐学院接受了钢琴训练。
C1 noun, verb /spreɪn/

sprain

扭伤
Meaning
an injury to a joint in which the ligaments are stretched or torn
Example
She sprained her ankle while running in the park.
她在公园跑步时扭伤了脚踝。
C2 verb /ˈmɒlikɒdl/

mollycoddle

宠爱
Meaning
To treat someone in an overprotective and indulgent way.
Example
Parents should avoid mollycoddling their children too much.
父母应避免过度宠爱他们的孩子。
C2 verb /ˈbætn/

batten

固定
Meaning
To fasten or secure something tightly.
Example
They battened down the hatches before the storm.
他们在风暴之前把舱口牢牢固定。
C2 noun, verb /ˈæseɪ/

assay

分析
Meaning
To test or analyze the quality, purity, or content of a substance; the act of such testing.
Example
The scientists assayed the mineral sample for gold content.
科学家们对矿石样本进行了金含量测试。
C1 noun /ɪˌreɡjəˈlærɪti/

irregularity

不规则性
Meaning
lack of regularity or consistency; a deviation from what is normal, expected, or orderly
Example
The audit revealed several financial irregularities in the company’s records.
审计发现该公司的记录中存在多项财务不规则性。
C1 verb /ˈtræmpəl/

trample

Meaning
to tread heavily on something and cause damage or injury
Example
The crowd trampled the flowers in the park.
B2 noun /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈmuːvmənt/

environmental movement

环境运动
Meaning
A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.
Example
The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems.
环境运动专注于减少污染并保护生态系统。
C1 adjective /ˈɒm.ɪ.nəs/

Ominous

不祥的; 威胁的
Meaning
giving the impression that something bad will happen; threatening; foreboding
Example
The dark clouds looked ominous before the storm.
暴风雨前，黑云看起来预示着灾难。
B2 noun /rek/

Wreck

破坏; 残骸;
Meaning
the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed
Example
The car wreck blocked the highway for hours.
汽车事故封锁了高速公路好几个小时。
C1 adjective /ˈɛm.ɪ.nənt/

eminent

杰出
Meaning
Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
Example
He is an eminent scientist known for groundbreaking research.
他是一个杰出的科学家，以开创性的研究而闻名。
A1 noun, verb /ˈiː.meɪl/

e-mail

电子邮件
Meaning
messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to another
Example
I sent an e-mail to my professor yesterday.
我昨天给我的教授发了一封电子邮件。
B1 noun /ˈlɪsənər/

listener

听众
Meaning
a person who listens or pays attention to something, especially to a speaker or sound.
Example
She is a good listener who always understands others' problems.
她是一个很好的听众，总是理解他人的问题。
B2 noun /ˈɡleɪʃər/

glacier

冰川
Meaning
a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land
Example
The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change.
冰川由于气候变化正在慢慢融化。
B2 noun /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

formation

形成
Meaning
the action of forming or process of being formed
Example
The formation of the new company took several months.
新公司的形成花了几个月时间。
C2 noun /əˈsɛt.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

asceticism

禁欲主义, 自律
Meaning
The practice of severe self-discipline and abstaining from indulgence, typically for religious or spiritual reasons.
Example
Asceticism has been a part of many religious traditions throughout history.
禁欲主义是许多宗教传统的一部分，贯穿历史。
C1 verb /vɪə(r)/

veer

突然改变方向
Meaning
to change direction suddenly
Example
The car veered off the road to avoid the accident.
汽车为了避开事故突然驶离了道路。
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːr.ni/

Thorny

多刺的; 难以处理的
Meaning
having thorns; difficult to handle or deal with
Example
The thorny issue of budget cuts needs careful consideration.
预算削减的棘手问题需要仔细考虑。
C2 verb /juˈzɜrp/

usurp

篡位
Meaning
to take someone's position of power illegally or by force
Example
The general tried to usurp the king's throne.
将军试图篡夺国王的王位。
B1 noun /ˈtɛmpəl/

temple

寺庙
Meaning
a building used for the worship of a god or gods
Example
They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India.
他们在印度旅行时参观了一个古老的寺庙。
B1 noun /ˈhaɪ.weɪ/

highway

高速公路
Meaning
A main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities.
Example
The highway was blocked due to an accident.
由于事故，高速公路被封锁了。
B1 adjective /əˈdɪʃənəl/

additional

额外的
Meaning
added, extra, or supplementary to what already exists
Example
The teacher gave the students additional homework.
老师给学生布置了额外的作业。
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪdəˈluːviən/

antediluvian

极为古老
Meaning
extremely old-fashioned; belonging to the time before the biblical flood
Example
His views on women are positively antediluvian.
他对女性的看法是完全过时的。
C2 adjective /ˈflɒrɪd/

florid

过度装饰的 / 红润
Meaning
Having a red or flushed complexion; or excessively ornate and intricate.
Example
The speaker’s florid style made the lecture hard to follow.
演讲者过度装饰的风格使得讲座难以理解。
C2 verb /ˌʌn.dɪˈsiːv/

undeceive

解惑
Meaning
To free someone from a misconception or false belief.
Example
She tried to undeceive him about the false rumors.
她试图让他摆脱这些错误的谣言。
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

斗争
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
独立斗争使国家团结。
B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

重要的
Meaning
Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.
Example
Children can be instrumental in building a better society.
孩子们可以在建设更好的社会中发挥重要作用。
C2 noun /ˈɪmɪˌteɪtər/

imitator

模仿者
Meaning
a person who copies the behavior, style, or actions of others
Example
He became famous as an imitator of popular singers.
他因模仿流行歌手而出名。
B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想环境
Meaning
Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development
Example
Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.
冬天为蔬菜生长创造了理想的环境。
C1 adjective /ˌfɑːrˈfetʃt/

farfetched

不太可能或不太真实
Meaning
unlikely to happen or be true; improbable
Example
His explanation for being late sounded farfetched.
他解释迟到的理由听起来不可信。
B2 noun /veɪn/

Vein

静脉; 血管
Meaning
a blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart; a streak or marking of a different color
Example
The nurse found a vein in his arm to draw blood.
护士在他手臂上找到了静脉来抽血。
B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

此外
Meaning
Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.
Example
The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.
这份工作具有挑战性；此外，它需要出色的沟通技能。
B2 noun ləˈdʒɪs.tɪks

Logistics

物流
Meaning
The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.
Example
Logistics ensures timely delivery.
物流确保及时交货。
B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

积累
Meaning
The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.
Example
The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.
灰尘的积累影响家用电器的效率。
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。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

机密; 私人; 应保持秘密的
Meaning
secret; private; intended to be kept secret
Example
Please keep this information confidential.
请保持这些信息的机密性。
B1 noun rɪˈdʌk.ʃən

reduction

减少
Meaning
The action or fact of making a specified thing smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
Example
Greenhouse gas reduction is a primary global goal.
减少温室气体排放是一个主要的全球目标。
B2 verb baɪnd

bind

绑定
Meaning
To tie, fasten, or hold together securely.
Example
This force binds quarks together.
这个力量将夸克绑定在一起。
C1 noun /rɪˈpʌlʃən/

Repulsion

排斥
Meaning
a feeling of intense distaste or disgust; a force under the influence of which objects tend to move away from each other
Example
She felt a strong repulsion towards the idea of eating insects.
她对吃昆虫这个想法感到强烈的排斥。
C1 noun /ˈrɛl.ɪk/

relic

遗物
Meaning
an object surviving from an earlier time, often of historical or religious interest
Example
The museum displayed relics from the ancient civilization.
博物馆展示了来自古代文明的遗物。
B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

清新
Meaning
making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different
Example
The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.
在炎热的日子之后，凉爽的微风让人感觉清新。
B1 adjective /draɪd/

dried

干
Meaning
without moisture; preserved by removing water
Example
She added some dried flowers to the vase for decoration.
她在花瓶里加了一些干花来装饰。
C1 noun /ʌnkənˈsɜːrn/

Unconcern

漠不关心
Meaning
lack of worry or interest; indifference
Example
She showed complete unconcern about the criticism.
她对批评表现出了完全的漠不关心。
B2 adjective /hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

harmonious

和谐的, 协调的, 一致的
Meaning
Characterized by agreement or concord; forming a pleasing or consistent whole.
Example
A harmonious work environment boosts productivity.
和谐的工作环境提高了生产力。
B2 noun /ˈwʊlən dres/

Woolen dress

羊毛裙子
Meaning
a dress made from wool fabric, typically worn in cold weather
Example
She wore a warm woolen dress during the winter months.
她在冬季穿了一件温暖的羊毛裙子。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Distinguished

杰出; 荣誉的; 著名的; 拥有尊严的外观或举止
Meaning
notable; honored; famous; having a dignified appearance or manner
Example
He is a distinguished professor at the university.
他是大学里一位杰出的教授。
B1 noun /ˈfæktər/

factor

因素
Meaning
A circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result.
Example
Weather is an important factor in crop production.
天气是作物生产中的一个重要因素。
C1 adjective /ˈveɪɡrənt/

Vagrant

流浪; 无家可归
Meaning
wandering aimlessly; having no settled home
Example
The vagrant man was asking for food near the station.
流浪汉在车站附近乞讨食物。
C1 noun /ˈem.ɪ.nəns/

Eminence

名声; 卓越
Meaning
fame or recognized superiority; high rank or status
Example
The professor achieved eminence in the field of quantum physics.
教授在量子物理学领域获得了名声。
B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

块 / 大块
Meaning
a thick or solid piece of something
Example
She cut the cake into large chunks.
她把蛋糕切成大块。
C2 noun /ˈdɛvɪlri/

devilry

恶作剧
Meaning
Wicked or cruel behavior; mischievous actions.
Example
The children were full of devilry on Halloween night.
万圣节那天，孩子们充满了恶作剧。
A2 noun /ˈtæksi/

taxi

出租车
Meaning
A car licensed to transport passengers in exchange for payment of a fare.
Example
We hailed a taxi to get to the airport.
我们叫了一辆出租车去机场。
B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

instruction

指令
Meaning
Detailed information telling how something should be done or operated.
Example
Please read the instruction carefully before using the machine.
请在使用机器前仔细阅读指令。
C1 noun /ˈrɛpərˌtɔːri/

repertory

剧目
Meaning
A collection of works that a company, performer, or institution regularly performs; also a storehouse of information or skills.
Example
The theater has a repertory of classic plays.
剧院有一系列经典剧目的演出。
B2 verb /hæk/

hack

Meaning
to cut or chop roughly; to gain unauthorized access to a computer system
Example
The programmer managed to hack into the system.
C2 noun /biˈætɪtjuːd/

beatitude

至高的祝福或幸福，常用于指耶稣在山上宝训中的教义
Meaning
supreme blessedness or happiness, often used in reference to the sayings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount
Example
She felt a state of beatitude after receiving the good news.
收到好消息后，她感到一种祝福的状态。
C1 noun /ˈhaɪ.nəs/

Highness

陛下; 王室头衔
Meaning
a title given to a person of royal rank; the quality or state of being high or elevated
Example
Your Highness, the royal carriage is ready to take you to the state banquet this evening.
陛下，皇家马车已准备好将您带到今晚的国宴。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

情感或活动的突然爆发
Meaning
a sudden release of strong emotion or activity
Example
She had an angry outburst during the meeting.
她在会议期间突然发火。
C1 adjective/noun nɪˈmɒn.ɪk

mnemonic

助记符，记忆技巧
Meaning
Assisting or intended to assist memory; a device or technique to aid memory.
Example
A mnemonic device helps students remember complex concepts.
助记符有助于学生记住复杂的概念。
B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

不规则的
Meaning
not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules
Example
His attendance at work has been irregular this month.
他这个月上班出勤不规则。
C1 noun ˈdʒɛnɪsɪs

genesis

起源, 创世
Meaning
The origin or mode of formation of something.
Example
The genesis of the internet changed the world forever.
互联网的起源永远改变了世界。
C2 verb /kənˈsɪlieɪt/

conciliate

Meaning
to stop someone from being angry; to win over by friendly acts
Example
He tried to conciliate the angry customer with an apology.
C1 verb /dɪˈteɪn/

detain

Meaning
to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority
Example
The police detained the suspect for questioning.
C1 noun /ˈɛksələnsɪ/

excellency

阁下
Meaning
a title of honor for people of high rank, especially ambassadors or governors
Example
His Excellency the Ambassador attended the ceremony.
阁下大使参加了仪式。
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 verb /ˈtɪpəl/

tipple

小酌
Meaning
to drink alcohol, especially regularly or in small amounts
Example
He likes to tipple at the local pub after work.
他喜欢在工作后去当地的酒吧小酌一杯。
C2 verb /ˈprɒsəˌlaɪtaɪz/

proselytize

试图使某人改信
Meaning
To try to persuade someone to convert to a different belief or religion.
Example
They tried to proselytize the villagers with their new ideas.
他们试图用他们的新思想来传教村民。
C1 noun ˈdɪskɔrd

discord

不和
Meaning
Disagreement or conflict between people or ideas.
Example
Discord among people disrupts societal stability.
人们之间的不和破坏了社会的稳定。
C1 noun /niːʃ/

Niche

市场细分, 专门领域, 目标市场
Meaning
A specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service.
Example
Finding the right niche is key to a successful business.
找到正确的细分市场是成功经营的关键。
B2 noun rɪˈzentmənt

resentment

怨恨
Meaning
Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.
Example
Resentment grew among the students.
学生们之间的怨恨加剧了。
C1 verb /daɪˈɡrɛs/

digress

Meaning
To leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.
Example
The professor began to digress from the main topic of the lecture.
A2 noun /ˈɡrəʊsəri ʃɒp/

grocery shop

杂货店
Meaning
a retail store where food and everyday household items are sold
Example
She stopped by the grocery shop to buy vegetables and milk.
她去杂货店买蔬菜和牛奶。
B2 noun /sfɪər/

sphere

球体
Meaning
a round, three-dimensional shape that is perfectly symmetrical around its center; an area of activity or knowledge
Example
The Earth is almost a perfect sphere.
地球几乎是一个完美的球体。
B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

理论家
Meaning
A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.
Example
The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.
政治理论家解释了民主对社会结构的影响。
C2 noun /ˈæmjʊlət/

Amulet

护身符; 护符
Meaning
an ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease
Example
She wore a silver amulet around her neck for good luck.
她戴着一条银色的护身符在脖子上祈求好运。
B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

天使般的
Meaning
Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.
Example
The child had an angelic smile.
那个孩子有一个天使般的微笑。
B2 verb /ˈhezɪteɪt/

hesitate

犹豫
Meaning
to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do
Example
Don't hesitate to ask for help.
不要犹豫，随时寻求帮助。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈruːli/

Unruly

不守规矩的; 乱七八糟的;
Meaning
difficult to control or manage; disorderly and disruptive
Example
The unruly crowd refused to follow the safety instructions.
那群无法控制的人群拒绝遵循安全指令。
C1 noun স্ক্রোলিং অ্যাডিকশন

scrolling addiction

滚动成瘾
Meaning
A compulsive need to continuously scroll through content on digital devices, particularly smartphones and social media platforms.
Example
Scrolling addiction is a growing concern among smartphone users.
滚动成瘾在智能手机用户中是一个日益严重的问题。
B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prən/

apron

Meaning
A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes to keep them clean, especially while cooking.
Example
She tied an apron around her waist before cooking dinner.
B2 noun /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

日全食
Meaning
an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth
Example
The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.
下个月我们城市将能看到日全食。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdiːsənt/

indecent

不雅的
Meaning
not conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality; improper or offensive
Example
He was warned for making an indecent remark during the meeting.
他因为说了不雅的话而受到警告。
A2 noun /teɪst/

Taste

味道; 个人喜好
Meaning
the sensation produced when food touches the tongue; personal preference or liking
Example
This cake has a sweet taste that I really enjoy.
这个蛋糕有一种我非常喜欢的甜味。
C1 adjective /əbˈsɛsɪv/

obsessive

强迫症的
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by an obsession; thinking about something too much.
Example
He has an obsessive interest in cleanliness.
他对清洁有强迫症的兴趣。
B1 adverb /ˈhaɪli/

highly

高度
Meaning
to a great degree; very
Example
She is highly respected in her field.
她在她的领域中受到高度尊敬。
C1 adjective /dɪˈplɔːrəbl/

deplorable

可鄙的
Meaning
deserving strong condemnation; shockingly bad in quality
Example
The refugees were living in deplorable conditions.
难民们生活在可鄙的条件下。
B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

大炮
Meaning
large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells
Example
The castle was defended by several large cannons.
城堡由几门大加农炮保卫。
B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

可访问性
Meaning
Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.
Example
Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.
改善的可访问性帮助残疾人。
C1 adjective /ɪˈrɛfjʊtəbəl/

Irrefutable

不可反驳的
Meaning
impossible to deny or disprove; undeniable
Example
The evidence against him was irrefutable.
对他的证据是不可反驳的。
C2 noun /hʌsk/

husk

外壳
Meaning
the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds
Example
The corn husk was peeled away before cooking.
玉米的外壳在烹饪前被剥离。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɛndɪŋ/

impending

即将来临
Meaning
about to happen soon, usually something unpleasant or threatening
Example
The villagers were worried about the impending flood.
村民们为即将来临的洪水感到担忧。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈtʃɪə.ləs/

Cheerless

沉闷; 沮丧; 悲伤; 无欢乐
Meaning
lacking happiness or comfort; gloomy; depressing; without cheer
Example
The old house looked cheerless and abandoned in the winter rain.
这座老房子在冬雨中看起来显得沉闷和荒废。
B2 noun /ˈfæntəsi/

fantasy

幻想
Meaning
a creation of the imagination, especially something improbable or impossible
Example
She has a vivid fantasy about traveling to space.
她有一个关于太空旅行的生动幻想。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

能力
Meaning
the ability to do something successfully or efficiently
Example
Her competence as a manager impressed the board.
作为经理，她的能力给董事会留下了深刻印象。
C1 adjective ɪmˈpɛkəbl

impeccable

完美无瑕
Meaning
In accordance with the highest standards; faultless.
Example
His impeccable taste in fashion was admired by all his peers.
他的完美品味在时尚界得到了所有同事的赞赏。
B2 adjective /blænd/

bland

乏味
Meaning
lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting
Example
The soup was too bland for my taste.
这汤对我的口味太乏味了。
C1 adjective /ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs/

Miscellaneous

各种各样的; 混合的; 多样的
Meaning
various; diverse; mixed; assorted
Example
The box contained miscellaneous items from different periods.
盒子里有不同时间段的各种物品。
B2 noun /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

请愿书
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
他们签署了一份请愿书，要求改善该地区的道路安全。
B2 noun /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

craving

渴望, 强烈的欲望
Meaning
a strong desire for something
Example
She has a craving for chocolate every evening.
她每晚都渴望吃巧克力。
B1 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

metal

金属
Meaning
A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and conductive, such as iron, gold, or aluminum.
Example
The ring was made of precious metal.
这枚戒指是由贵重金属制成的。
C2 noun /ˌɪmpəˈtjuːəsəti/

impetuosity

冲动性
Meaning
The quality of being rash or impulsive.
Example
His impetuosity often got him into trouble.
他的冲动性常常让他陷入麻烦。
C2 noun /ˈsʌfərəns/

sufferance

宽容
Meaning
patient endurance of pain, hardship, or delay; passive consent or tolerance
Example
He lived in poverty with quiet sufferance.
他在贫困中默默忍受着。
C1 noun /taɪˈreɪd/

tirade

长篇怒斥
Meaning
a long, angry, or critical speech
Example
The manager launched into a tirade about poor performance.
经理对糟糕的表现进行了长篇的愤怒演讲。
B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

中心
Meaning
the central part of a place or activity where things converge
Example
The city is the hub of the country's trade network.
这座城市是该国贸易网络的中心。
B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

一致
Meaning
agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes
Example
The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.
该政策是按照国际法实施的。
B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

幼熊
Meaning
a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal
Example
The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.
小熊为保护自己一直待在母亲身边。
B2 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

掌声
Meaning
the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment
Example
The actor received loud applause after his performance.
演员在表演后收到了热烈的掌声。