Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
Durian
榴莲
Meaning
a large spiky tropical fruit known for its strong smell and creamy custard-like flesh
Example
Durian is known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia despite its pungent odor.
C1 noun
Dusk
黄昏; 傍晚
Meaning
the period of the day when daylight is fading; twilight
Example
They walked along the beach during dusk, watching the sunset.
C1 adjective
Dutiful
尽职的；尊敬的；顺从的
Meaning
conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful
Example
She is a dutiful daughter who always helps her parents.
C1 verb
dwindle
减少
Meaning
To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength; to become progressively smaller.
Example
His savings dwindled due to unexpected expenses.
C1 adjective
dwindling
减少
Meaning
Gradually reducing in number, size, or strength.
Example
The villagers relied on dwindling water supplies.
C1 noun
dynamo
发电机; 一个充满能量和热情的人
Meaning
A machine that generates electricity; a person with great energy and enthusiasm.
Example
She is the real dynamo behind the success of the company.
C1 noun
dynasty
王朝
Meaning
A line of hereditary rulers of a country; a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field.
Example
The Ming dynasty ruled China for centuries.
C1 noun
dysentery
肠道疾病（伴有血液和粘液的腹泻）
Meaning
An infection of the intestines resulting in severe diarrhea with blood and mucus.
Example
Many soldiers suffered from dysentery during the war.
C1 adjective
dysfunctional
功能失常的
Meaning
Not operating normally or properly.
Example
The dysfunctional system led to numerous delays and errors.
C1 noun
dyslexia
阅读障碍
Meaning
A learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and decoding words.
Example
The teacher used special methods to help the student with dyslexia.
C1 verb
earmark
指定
Meaning
To designate funds, resources, or time for a particular purpose.
Example
The government has earmarked funds for education.
C1 adjective
Earnest
真诚的; 诚恳的; 表现出深刻和认真的信念
Meaning
sincere; genuine; showing deep and serious conviction
Example
He made an earnest attempt to solve the problem.
C1 noun
earplug
耳塞
Meaning
a device inserted into the ear to block out noise or water
Example
He wore earplugs to sleep during the noisy night.
C1 adjective
Earthen
由土或粘土制成; 与陶瓷有关
Meaning
made of earth or clay; relating to pottery or ceramic materials
Example
The kitchen had beautiful earthen pots for storage.
C1 noun
Earthen pot
陶土锅
Meaning
a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing
Example
The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer.
C1 noun
earthenware
陶器
Meaning
pottery made of clay and hardened by heat
Example
The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls.
C1 adjective
Earthly
尘世的; 物质的; 世界的
Meaning
relating to the earth or human life; worldly; material rather than spiritual
Example
He focused on earthly pleasures rather than spiritual growth.
C1 adjective
earthy
泥土味的 / 简单
Meaning
resembling or suggestive of earth or soil; simple, natural, and sometimes coarse
Example
The dish had a rich, earthy flavor from the mushrooms.
C1 noun
easel
画架
Meaning
a frame for supporting an artist's canvas while painting or drawing
Example
The artist placed the canvas on the easel before starting to paint.
C1 adverb
Eastwards
向东
Meaning
towards the east; in an eastern direction
Example
The river flows eastwards into the ocean.
C1 noun
Easy-chair
安乐椅
Meaning
a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines
Example
He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.
C1 verb
eavesdrop
偷听
Meaning
to secretly listen to a conversation
Example
She stood near the door to eavesdrop on their conversation.
C1 noun
Ebb
退潮; 海水下降
Meaning
the receding tide; a gradual decline or reduction
Example
The fishermen waited for the ebb before returning to shore.
C1 noun
eccentricity
怪癖
Meaning
the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange
Example
His eccentricity made him both admired and misunderstood.