Vocabulary Cards
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B2 noun
astonishment
惊讶
Meaning
Great surprise or amazement.
Example
She looked at the magician with astonishment.
B2 verb
astound
使震惊
Meaning
to greatly surprise or amaze someone
Example
The magician's final trick astounded the audience.
B2 adjective
astounding
惊人的，令人震惊的，令人惊讶的
Meaning
Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.
Example
The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.
C2 adjective
astral
Meaning
Relating to the stars or to spiritual, non-physical realms.
Example
Some believe in astral projection, the ability to leave the body and travel spiritually.
C2 adjective
astringent
严厉的
Meaning
sharp or severe in manner or style; also describes a substance that contracts skin or body tissues
Example
Her astringent tone silenced the noisy class.
C1 noun
Astrologer
占星师
Meaning
a person who studies astrology and makes predictions based on the positions of stars and planets
Example
The astrologer predicted good fortune in her future.
B2 noun
astrology
占星术
Meaning
the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs
Example
She studied astrology to understand her future.
B2 noun
astronomer
天文学家
Meaning
a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe
Example
The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.
B2 adjective
astronomical
天文学的
Meaning
Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.
Example
The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.
C1 adjective
astute
敏锐的或精明的
Meaning
Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
Example
His astute observations helped solve the complex problem.
C1 noun
astuteness
机智
Meaning
The ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
Example
His astuteness helped in negotiations.
C2 adverb
asunder
分成碎片
Meaning
into separate parts; apart
Example
The ancient empire was torn asunder by war.
B2 noun
asylum
庇护所
Meaning
Protection or shelter, especially given to refugees or the mentally ill.
Example
The refugees sought asylum in the neighboring country.
C1 adjective
asymmetric
不对称的
Meaning
Not having equal or corresponding parts; lacking symmetry.
Example
The design of the building is asymmetric and unusual.
C1 adjective
asymmetrical
不对称
Meaning
Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.
Example
She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention.
C1 adjective
asynchronous
异步的
Meaning
Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication that the preceding operation has been completed.
Example
Asynchronous courses allow students to learn at their own pace.
A1 preposition
at
在
Meaning
used to indicate a specific time, place, or direction
Example
She arrived at the airport on time.
C2 noun
atavism
返祖现象
Meaning
The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.
Example
The scientist noted atavism in the child’s physical features.
C2 noun
atelier
工作室（艺术家或设计师的工作室）
Meaning
A workshop or studio, especially for an artist or designer.
Example
The painter invited us to his atelier to view his new collection.
C1 noun
atheism
无神论
Meaning
The belief that there is no God or gods.
Example
He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.
C1 adjective
atheistic
无神论的
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of atheists or atheism.
Example
She grew up in an atheistic household with no religious rituals.
C2 adjective
athirst
渴望, 渴求
Meaning
Very eager or desirous for something.
Example
The explorer was athirst for adventure.
A2 noun
athlete
运动员
Meaning
a person who is trained or skilled in physical exercises, sports, or games requiring strength, agility, or stamina
Example
The athlete trained hard for the upcoming Olympic Games.
B1 adjective
athletic
运动员的，强壮的
Meaning
physically strong, fit, and active; related to athletes or sports
Example
She has an athletic body because she exercises regularly.