Vocabulary Cards C2
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C2 verb
macadamize
用碎石覆盖一条道路
Meaning
to construct or cover a road with broken stone
Example
The government decided to macadamize the old rural roads.
C2 noun
mace
权杖 / 钉锤
Meaning
a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of authority or a weapon similar to a club
Example
The guard carried a mace as a symbol of authority.
C2 verb
macerate
浸泡
Meaning
to soften or break up something, especially food, by soaking in liquid
Example
The chef macerated the fruit in wine before serving.
C2 adjective
machiavellian
狡猾的，阴谋的，不择手段的，尤其是在政治或推动自己事业方面
Meaning
cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics or in advancing one's career
Example
The politician was known for his Machiavellian tactics.
C2 verb
machinate
策划
Meaning
to engage in plots or schemes, usually for harmful or evil purposes
Example
The rebels tried to machinate against the king.
C2 noun
Machination
阴谋; 诡计;
Meaning
a clever scheme or artful plot, usually with evil intent; crafty designing or plotting
Example
The villain's machinations were finally exposed.
C2 noun (plural)
machinations
阴谋
Meaning
complicated and secret plans, often intended to cause harm
Example
The politician was brought down by his own machinations.
C2 noun
machinist
机修工
Meaning
a person who operates machine tools or makes and repairs machines
Example
The machinist carefully adjusted the gears on the lathe.
C2 noun
mackintosh
防水雨衣
Meaning
a waterproof raincoat, originally made from rubberized fabric
Example
He wore a mackintosh to stay dry in the rain.
C2 noun
macrocosm
宇宙宏观
Meaning
The whole universe considered as a large, complex system; a large-scale representation of something.
Example
The macrocosm of the universe reflects the microcosm of human life.
C2 verb
maculate
玷污
Meaning
To stain, spot, or pollute something.
Example
The white cloth was maculated by ink stains.
C2 adjective
maculated
斑驳的
Meaning
Spotted or stained; marked with blemishes.
Example
The maculated surface of the old mirror gave it a unique charm.
C2 noun
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.
C2 noun
madrigal
Meaning
A short, lyrical poem set to music, typically from the Renaissance period.
Example
The choir performed a beautiful madrigal from the 16th century.
C2 noun
maelstrom
漩涡
Meaning
A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.
Example
The ship was caught in a maelstrom of waves and wind.
C2 adjective
magisterial
权威的
Meaning
Having the characteristics of a master or authority; commanding and dignified.
Example
The professor spoke in a magisterial tone during the lecture.
C2 noun
magistracy
司法办公室
Meaning
The office, authority, or district of a magistrate.
Example
He was proud to serve in the local magistracy for over a decade.
C2 noun
magnanimity
宽宏大量
Meaning
Generosity in forgiving an insult or injury; forbearance.
Example
His magnanimity towards his competitors was admirable.
C2 adjective
magnanimous
宽宏大量, 慷慨, 宽容
Meaning
Very kind and generous, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.
Example
His magnanimous nature made him respected by all.
C2 verb
magnetize
磁化
Meaning
to make something magnetic or to strongly attract
Example
The scientist managed to magnetize the iron rod.
C2 adjective
magniloquent
夸张的语言
Meaning
using high-flown or pompous language
Example
The politician’s magniloquent speech impressed the crowd.
C2 noun
maharaja
马哈拉贾
Meaning
A great king, especially a ruler of one of the principal states in India.
Example
The maharaja lived in a grand palace surrounded by gardens.
C2 noun
maidenhood
少女期
Meaning
The state of being a maiden; girlhood or virginity.
Example
The poem celebrated the innocence of maidenhood.
C2 verb
maim
使残疾
Meaning
To wound or injure someone so that part of the body is permanently damaged.
Example
The accident maimed several passengers.