英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
something that exists as a single and complete unit; an organization or being
"The new company will operate as a separate legal entity."
The scientific study of insects.
"She studied entomology to understand the behavior of bees."
A group of people attending or surrounding an important person.
"The celebrity arrived with her entourage of assistants and bodyguards."
A place of entering; an entry point.
"They waited at the main entrance of the building."
To ask earnestly or beg someone to do something.
"She entreated him to stay a little longer."
An earnest or humble request or plea.
"She made an entreaty for peace during the heated argument."
The main course of a meal (US); the right to enter or access (formal).
"The restaurant’s signature steak was served as the main entree."
To establish something so firmly that it is difficult to change.
"The company entrenched its position in the market through innovation."
Firmly established and unlikely to change.
"Corruption is deeply entrenched in the system."
A person who starts and runs a business, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit.
"The young entrepreneur launched a successful tech startup."
Having the characteristics of an entrepreneur; showing initiative and willingness to undertake new ventures.
"Her entrepreneurial mindset led to the launch of a successful startup."
the act of going into a place, or permission to go in
"Entry to the museum is free on Fridays."
to twist or wind together; to become closely connected or involved
"The vines entwine around the old fence."
to mention things one by one; to list or count
"She enumerated the reasons for her decision."
to pronounce words clearly; to express an idea clearly
"The teacher asked him to enunciate each word."
The act of saying or pronouncing words clearly and distinctly.
"His enunciation was clear during the presentation."
a flat paper container used to enclose a letter or document
"She sealed the letter in an envelope and posted it."
causing envy; desirable
"Her success was enviable among her peers."
feeling or showing envy; jealous
"She felt envious of her friend's new car."
to surround or enclose; to encircle
"Mountains environ the small valley."
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives
"We must protect the environment for future generations."
Designed or produced in a way that causes minimal harm to the environment, often using sustainable materials and processes that reduce ecological impact.
"Environment-friendly products are designed to reduce ecological damage."
relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on its condition
"The company adopted new policies to reduce environmental damage."
The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources and destruction of ecosystems.
"Environmental degradation threatens biodiversity."
A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.
"The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems."
A significant change in environmental conditions or ecological systems.
"The city demonstrates environmental transformation."
to imagine or picture something in the future; to visualize a possibility or goal
"She envisions a world where everyone has equal access to education."
Relating to or involving enzymes, which are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions in living organisms.
"Enzymatic reactions regulate metabolism in the human body."
An ornamental shoulder piece on a garment, especially on the coat or jacket of a military uniform.
"The general’s uniform had a golden epaulet on each shoulder."
A variant spelling of epaulet, also meaning a shoulder ornament, especially on military uniforms.
"The officer’s epaulette shone brightly under the sunlight."
Lasting for a very short time; fleeting.
"The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral, fading within minutes."
A long narrative poem or story about heroic deeds; also used to describe something grand or impressive.
"The Iliad is considered one of the greatest epics of ancient literature."
A person who enjoys fine food and drink, often with refined taste.
"As an epicure, she always sought out the finest restaurants in the city."
relating to the enjoyment of fine food, drink, and luxury
"The chef prepared an epicurean feast for the guests."
a small circle whose center moves around the circumference of a larger one, used in ancient astronomy
"The concept of the epicycle was used to explain planetary motion."
a curve traced by a point on the circumference of a circle that rolls around the outside of another circle
"The mathematician demonstrated how to draw an epicycloid."
a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time
"The flu epidemic affected thousands of people in the city."
the outer layer of cells covering the body of an organism, especially the skin
"The epidermis protects the body from harmful bacteria."
A short, witty saying or poem that expresses an idea in a clever way.
"Oscar Wilde was famous for his sharp epigrams."
A section at the end of a book, play, or speech that serves as a conclusion.
"The author included an epilogue to explain what happened to the characters later."
A sudden realization or insight into the essence of something.
"During meditation, she had an epiphany about her life purpose."
An event or part of a story, or one installment in a series.
"The last episode of the drama was watched by millions."
Happening occasionally or in separate parts; related to episodes.
"Her interest in art was episodic, coming and going over the years."
A scholar or expert who studies the nature, sources, and limits of knowledge.
"The epistemologist debated how humans can truly know anything with certainty."
The branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and scope of knowledge.
"Epistemology explores the difference between justified belief and opinion."
A letter, especially a formal or didactic one; often used for letters in the New Testament.
"He wrote a long epistle to his friend about his travels."
Related to the writing of letters; expressed in or through letters.
"The novel is written in an epistolary style, consisting of letters between characters."
A short text written on a tombstone in memory of the deceased.
"The gravestone bore an epitaph honoring the soldier’s bravery."
