Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 noun
intolerance
不容忍
Meaning
unwillingness to accept or endure beliefs, behaviors, or conditions different from one's own
Example
The leader was criticized for his intolerance toward other religions.
B2 adjective
intolerant
不宽容
Meaning
unwilling to accept or respect beliefs or behavior different from one's own
Example
He is intolerant of any opinion that differs from his own.
B2 verb
intrigue
引起兴趣
Meaning
to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated
Example
The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.
B2 adjective
intriguing
非常有趣和不寻常；激发好奇心
Meaning
very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity
Example
The movie has an intriguing plot that keeps the audience hooked.
B2 adjective
introductory
介绍性
Meaning
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.
Example
The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.
B2 verb
invade
入侵
Meaning
to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy
Example
The army invaded the neighboring country.
B2 noun
invasion
入侵
Meaning
An instance of invading a country, region, or personal space with armed force or unwelcome presence.
Example
The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion.
B2 noun
inventor
发明家
Meaning
a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process
Example
The inventor patented her new medical device.
B2 noun
inventory
清单
Meaning
A complete list of items, such as goods in stock or property.
Example
The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store.
B2 noun
investigator
幸福
Meaning
a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation
Example
The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.
B2 verb
investing
投资
Meaning
The act of putting money into financial schemes, shares, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit.
Example
Investing in stocks can generate long-term wealth.
B2 adjective
Invisible
看不见的
Meaning
unable to be seen; not visible to the eye
Example
The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.
B2 noun
Invoice
发票
Meaning
a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these
Example
The company sent an invoice for the office supplies delivered last week.
B2 noun
involvement
参与
Meaning
the act of taking part in something
Example
His involvement in the project was crucial.
B2 adjective/noun
iraqi
伊拉克的
Meaning
relating to Iraq or its people
Example
The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.
B2 adjective
ironic
讽刺的，讽刺性的
Meaning
happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic
Example
It is ironic that the fire station burned down.
B2 adjective
ironical
讽刺的
Meaning
expressing irony; having the nature of irony
Example
Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.
B2 adverb
ironically
具有讽刺意味地
Meaning
in a way that is contrary to what is expected or intended
Example
Ironically, the fire station burned down.
B2 noun
irony
讽刺
Meaning
a situation that is strange or amusing because it is the opposite of what is expected; the use of words to convey the opposite meaning
Example
The irony of the situation was that the winner forgot his own prize.
B2 adjective
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.
B2 adjective
Irrelevant
不相关的
Meaning
not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter
Example
Your past mistakes are irrelevant to this discussion.
B2 adjective
Irresistible
不可抗拒的
Meaning
too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist
Example
The chocolate cake was absolutely irresistible.
B2 adjective
Irresponsible
不负责任
Meaning
lacking a sense of responsibility; careless
Example
It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.
B2 noun
irrigation
灌溉
Meaning
The artificial application of water to land or soil.
Example
Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.