| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | crap | /kræp/ | noun verb |
1. (Slang) Something of extremely poor quality. 2. Nonsense or rubbish. |
1. 废物；垃圾 2. 胡扯；废话 |
| 2 | miscellaneous | /ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs/ | adj | (Of items or people) gathered from various sources and of various kinds. | 各种各样的；混杂的 |
| 3 | flaccid | /ˈflæsɪd/ | adj | 1. (Of part of the body) soft and hanging loosely. 2. Lacking force or effectiveness. |
1. 松弛的；软弱的 2. 无力的 |
| 4 | picket | /ˈpɪkɪt/ | noun verb |
1. A person or group standing outside a workplace to protest. 2. A pointed wooden stake or post. |
1. 纠察队员；示威者 2. 尖桩；护栏 |
| 5 | succumb | /səˈkʌm/ | verb | To fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force. | 屈服；屈从；（因病）死亡 |
| 6 | continuum | /kənˈtɪnjuəm/ | noun | A continuous sequence in which adjacent elements are not perceptibly different from each other. | 连续统一体 |
| 7 | renegade | /ˈrenɪɡeɪd/ | noun | A person who deserts and betrays an organization, country, or set of principles. | 叛徒；变节者；叛逆者 |
| 8 | encore | /ˈɒŋkɔː(r)/ | noun interjection |
A repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert. | 返场；加演；（要求加演的）喝彩声 |
| 9 | upsurge | /ˈʌpsɜːdʒ/ | noun | An upward surge in the strength or quantity of something; an increase. | 飙升；高涨 |
| 10 | disseminate | /dɪˈsemɪneɪt/ | verb | To spread or disperse (something, especially information) widely. | 散布；传播；宣传 |
| 11 | posthumous | /ˈpɒstjʊməs/ | adj | Occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator. | 死后的；（作品）在作者死后出版的 |
| 12 | tenure | /ˈtenjə(r)/ | noun | 1. The conditions under which land or buildings are held or occupied. 2. Guaranteed permanent employment, especially as a teacher or professor. |
1. 任期；终身职位 2. 占有；（土地）所有权 |
| 13 | muzzle | /ˈmʌzl/ | noun verb |
1. The projecting part of the face of an animal. 2. A guard used to prevent an animal from biting. |
1.（动物的）口鼻部分 2. 枪口；口套；钳制言论 |
| 14 | monochrome | /ˈmɒnəkrəʊm/ | adj noun |
A photograph or picture developed or executed in black and white or in varying tones of only one color. | 单色的；黑白的 |
| 15 | adamant | /ˈædəmənt/ | adj | Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind. | 坚决的；固执的；强硬的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | isotope | /ˈaɪsətəʊp/ | noun | Each of two or more forms of the same element that contain equal numbers of protons but different numbers of neutrons. | 同位素 |
| 2 | abusive | /əˈbjuːsɪv/ | adj | Extremely offensive and insulting; characterized by physical or verbal maltreatment. | 辱骂的；虐待的；滥用的 |
| 3 | falsify | /ˈfɔːlsɪfaɪ/ | verb | To alter information so as to mislead; to forge or doctor. | 伪造；篡改 |
| 4 | menial | /ˈmiːniəl/ | adj | (Of work) not requiring much skill and lacking prestige. | （工作）琐碎简陋的；枯燥的；卑微的 |
| 5 | wizard | /ˈwɪzəd/ | noun | 1. A man who has magical powers. 2. (Computing) A help feature that guides a user through a process. |
1. 巫师；奇才 2.（计算机）向导程序 |
| 6 | impasse | /ˈæmpæs/ | noun | A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock. | 僵局；死胡同 |
| 7 | pungent | /ˈpʌndʒənt/ | adj | 1. Having a sharply strong taste or smell. 2. (Of remarks) sharp and caustic. |
1. 刺激性的；辛辣的 2.（语言）尖刻的 |
| 8 | squash | /skwɒʃ/ | verb noun |
1. To crush or squeeze something with force. 2. A racket sport played by two or four players in a four-walled court. |
1. 压碎；挤压；镇压 2. 壁球 |
| 9 | defile | /dɪˈfaɪl/ | verb | To sully, mar, or spoil; to desecrate or profane. | 亵渎；污损；弄脏 |
| 10 | weird | /wɪəd/ | adj | Suggesting something supernatural; uncanny; very strange. | 怪诞的；离奇的 |
| 11 | feckless | /ˈfekləs/ | adj | Lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible. | 无能的；不负责任的；软弱的 |
| 12 | truce | /truːs/ | noun | An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting or arguing for a certain time. | 休战（协定）；停战 |
| 13 | figurative | /ˈfɪɡərətɪv/ | adj | Departing from a literal use of words; metaphorical. | 比喻的；形象的 |
| 14 | syndicate | /ˈsɪndɪkət/ | noun verb |
A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote some common interest. | 企业联合；财团；辛迪加 |
| 15 | waive | /weɪv/ | verb | To refrain from insisting on or using a right or claim. | 放弃（权利等）；免除 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ferocity | /fəˈrɒsəti/ | noun | The state or quality of being ferocious; extreme fierceness. | 凶猛；残暴 |
| 2 | assimilate | /əˈsɪməleɪt/ | verb | 1. To take in and fully understand information or ideas. 2. To cause something to resemble or become part of a whole. |
1. 吸收；消化（知识等） 2. 同化 |
| 3 | billiards | /ˈbɪljədz/ | noun | A game played on a cloth-covered table with a cue and balls. | 台球；台球运动 |
| 4 | errant | /ˈerənt/ | adj | 1. Erring or straying from the proper course or standards. 2. (Archaic) Traveling in search of adventure. |
1. 犯错的；偏离正道的 2.（游侠）周游寻访的 |
| 5 | gratify | /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/ | verb | To give someone pleasure or satisfaction; to indulge a desire. | 使满意；满足（愿望等） |
| 6 | polarity | /pəˈlærəti/ | noun | 1. The state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies. 2. (Physics) The property of having poles or being polar. |
1. 两极分化；对立 2.（物理）极性 |
| 7 | arduous | /ˈɑːdjuəs/ | adj | Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. | 艰巨的；费力的 |
| 8 | bog | /bɒɡ/ | noun verb |
1. Wet muddy ground too soft to support a heavy body. 2. (To bog down) To be prevented from making progress. |
1. 沼泽 2. 使陷入困境；停滞不前 |
| 9 | rapt | /ræpt/ | adj | Completely fascinated by what one is seeing or hearing. | 全神贯注的；入迷的 |
| 10 | taint | /teɪnt/ | noun verb |
1. A trace of a bad or undesirable quality or substance. 2. To contaminate or pollute. |
1. 污点；瑕疵 2. 污染；败坏 |
| 11 | tacky | /ˈtæki/ | adj | 1. (Of glue or paint) showing a slight stickiness. 2. (Informal) Showing a lack of style or good taste. |
1. 微黏的 2. 俗气的；廉价的 |
| 12 | faze | /feɪz/ | verb | To disturb or disconcert someone (usually used in the negative). | 打扰；使惊慌失措 |
| 13 | dispirited | /dɪˈspɪrɪtɪd/ | adj | Having lost enthusiasm and hope; disheartened. | 气馁的；沮丧的 |
| 14 | canter | /ˈkæntə(r)/ | noun verb |
A three-beat gait of a horse or other quadruped, between a trot and a gallop. | 慢跑；（马）中速跑 |
| 15 | debase | /dɪˈbeɪs/ | verb | To reduce something in quality or value; to degrade. | 降低（质量、价值）；贬低 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | forgo | /fɔːˈɡəʊ/ | verb | To omit or decline to take something pleasant or valuable; to go without. | 放弃；休想；作罢 |
| 2 | abode | /əˈbəʊd/ | noun | A place of residence; a house or home. | 住所；公馆；住处 |
| 3 | insurmountable | /ˌɪnsəˈmaʊntəbl/ | adj | Too great to be overcome. | 不能克服的；难以逾越的 |
| 4 | mundane | /mʌnˈdeɪn/ | adj | 1. Lacking interest or excitement; dull. 2. Of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one. |
1. 单调乏味的 2. 世俗的；尘世的 |
| 5 | assortment | /əˈsɔːtmənt/ | noun | A miscellaneous collection of things or people. | 各式各样的拼盘；混合物 |
| 6 | fixture | /ˈfɪkstʃə(r)/ | noun | 1. A piece of equipment or furniture that is fixed in position. 2. A person or thing that is established in a particular place. |
1. 固定装置；（抽屉等）配件 2. 固定资产；长期在场的人 |
| 7 | pouch | /paʊtʃ/ | noun | A small bag or other flexible receptacle. | 小袋；（袋鼠等的）育儿袋 |
| 8 | kin | /kɪn/ | noun | One's family and relations. | 亲属；亲戚 |
| 9 | savant | /ˈsævənt/ | noun | A learned person, especially a distinguished scientist. | 博学之士；专家；（智力有缺陷但有特殊才能的）学者 |
| 10 | delirious | /dɪˈlɪriəs/ | adj | 1. In an acutely disturbed state of mind resulting from illness. 2. In a state of wild excitement or ecstasy. |
1. 神志不清的；发狂的 2. 极度兴奋的 |
| 11 | memorandum | /ˌmeməˈrændəm/ | noun | 1. A written message in business or diplomacy (Memo). 2. A note made for future use. |
1. 备忘录 2. 便笺 |
| 12 | bitch | /bɪtʃ/ | noun verb |
1. A female dog. 2. (Informal) To complain about something in an annoying way. |
1. 母狗 2. 抱怨；（非正式）埋怨 |
| 13 | twitch | /twɪtʃ/ | verb noun |
Give a short, sudden jerking or convulsive movement. | 抽搐；痉挛；猛拉 |
| 14 | lesbian | /ˈlezbiən/ | noun adj |
A woman who is sexually or romantically attracted to other women. | 女同性恋者；女同性恋的 |
| 15 | shack | /ʃæk/ | noun | A roughly built hut or cabin. | 简陋的小屋；棚屋 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | snout | /snaʊt/ | noun | The projecting nose and mouth of an animal, especially a mammal. | （动物的）口鼻部；鼻部 |
| 2 | retrospective | /ˌretrəˈspektɪv/ | adj noun |
1. Looking back on or dealing with past events. 2. An exhibition or compilation showing the development of an artist's work. |
1. 回顾的；追溯的 2. 回顾展；（敏捷开发中的）回顾会议 |
| 3 | detonate | /ˈdetəneɪt/ | verb | To explode or cause to explode. | 引爆；爆炸 |
| 4 | hunk | /hʌŋk/ | noun | 1. A large piece of something, especially food. 2. (Informal) A physically attractive man. |
1. 大块；大片 2.（非正式）魁梧迷人的男子 |
| 5 | extricate | /ˈekstrɪkeɪt/ | verb | To free someone or something from a constraint or difficulty. | 使解脱；解救；使游离 |
| 6 | prone | /prəʊn/ | adj | 1. Likely to or liable to suffer from, do, or experience something unpleasant. 2. Lying flat, especially face downward. |
1. 易于...的；有...倾向的 2. 俯卧的 |
| 7 | stimulant | /ˈstɪmjələnt/ | noun | A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body. | 兴奋剂；刺激物 |
| 8 | depreciate | /dɪˈpriːʃieɪt/ | verb | 1. To diminish in value over a period of time. 2. To disparage or belittle something. |
1. 贬值；折旧 2. 轻视；贬低 |
| 9 | nestle | /ˈnesl/ | verb | To settle or lie comfortably within or against something. | 舒适地安顿；依偎；（房屋等）处于幽静处 |
| 10 | ascendant | /əˈsendənt/ | adj noun |
Rising in power or influence. | 上升的；占优势的；（祖先） |
| 11 | etiquette | /ˈetɪket/ | noun | The customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession. | 礼仪；礼节 |
| 12 | municipality | /mjuːˌnɪsɪˈpæləti/ | noun | A city or town that has corporate status and local government. | 自治市；市政当局 |
| 13 | salient | /ˈseɪliənt/ | adj | Most noticeable or important; prominent. | 显著的；突出的 |
| 14 | vanilla | /vəˈnɪlə/ | noun adj |
1. A substance obtained from vanilla beans used in flavoring. 2. (Computing/Informal) Ordinary; standard; without extra features. |
1. 香草 2.（计算机）标准的；原汁原味的；无扩展的 |
| 15 | lucrative | /ˈluːkrətɪv/ | adj | Producing a great deal of profit. | 获利丰厚的；赚大钱的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | victimize | /ˈvɪktɪmaɪz/ | verb | To single someone out for cruel or unjust treatment. | 使受害；欺负 |
| 2 | autocrat | /ˈɔːtəkræt/ | noun | A ruler who has absolute power; a domineering person. | 独裁者；专制君主 |
| 3 | spinner | /ˈspɪnə(r)/ | noun | 1. A person or device that spins. 2. (Computing) A GUI element indicating a process is loading. |
1. 纺织工；旋转器 2.（电脑界面）微调框；加载动画 |
| 4 | capitulate | /kəˈpɪtʃuleɪt/ | verb | To cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; to surrender. | 屈服；投降 |
| 5 | nappy | /ˈnæpi/ | noun adj |
1. (British) A diaper. 2. (Of hair) naturally frizzy or coiled. |
1.（英）尿布 2. 卷曲的 |
| 6 | homogenize | /həˈmɒdʒənaɪz/ | verb | To make uniform or similar. | 使均匀；使类同 |
| 7 | charisma | /kəˈrɪzmə/ | noun | Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others. | 魅力；感召力 |
| 8 | stalwart | /ˈstɔːlwət/ | adj noun |
1. Loyal, reliable, and hardworking. 2. A loyal and reliable supporter in an organization. |
1. 坚定的；强壮的 2. 忠实拥护者 |
| 9 | motif | /məʊˈtiːf/ | noun | 1. A decorative design or pattern. 2. A dominant or recurring idea in an artistic work. |
1. 图案；纹样 2.（文学/音乐）主题；主旨 |
| 10 | mediocre | /ˌmiːdiˈəʊkə(r)/ | adj | Of only moderate quality; not very good. | 平庸的；二流的 |
| 11 | crinkle | /ˈkrɪŋkl/ | verb noun |
To form small wrinkles or folds. | （使）变皱；起皱纹 |
| 12 | centenary | /senˈtiːnəri/ | noun adj |
The hundredth anniversary of a significant event. | 一百周年（纪念） |
| 13 | susceptibility | /səˌseptəˈbɪləti/ | noun | The state or fact of being likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing. | 易受影响性；敏感性；易感性 |
| 14 | falsity | /ˈfɔːlsəti/ | noun | The fact of being untrue, incorrect, or insincere. | 虚伪；错误；不真实 |
| 15 | coup | /kuː/ | noun | 1. A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power. 2. A notable or successful stroke or move. |
1. 政变 2. 意外而成功的行动 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | harass | /ˈhærəs/ | verb | To subject to aggressive pressure or intimidation. | 骚扰; 困扰 |
| 2 | legislate | /ˈledʒɪsleɪt/ | verb | To make or enact laws. | 立法; 制定法律 |
| 3 | intermingle | /ˌɪntəˈmɪŋɡl/ | verb | To mix or mingle together. | 混合; 掺和 |
| 4 | patronage | /ˈpætrənɪdʒ/ | noun | 1. The support given by a patron. 2. The power to control appointments to office or the right to privileges. |
1. 赞助; 资助 2. 庇护; 任免权 |
| 5 | abstinence | /ˈæbstɪnəns/ | noun | The fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something. | 节制; 戒绝; 禁欲 |
| 6 | dote | /dəʊt/ | verb | To be extremely and uncritically fond of (followed by 'on'). | 溺爱; 宠爱 |
| 7 | void | /vɔɪd/ | adj noun verb |
1. Completely empty. 2. Not valid or legally binding. |
1. 空的; 空虚的 2. 无效的; 作废 |
| 8 | flighty | /ˈflaɪti/ | adj | Fickle and irresponsible. | 轻浮的; 变化无常的 |
| 9 | custard | /ˈkʌstəd/ | noun | A dessert or sauce made from milk, eggs, and sugar. | 卡仕达; 蛋奶冻 |
| 10 | debacle | /deɪˈbɑːkl/ | noun | A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco. | 大败; 惨败; 崩溃 |
| 11 | conjecture | /kənˈdʒektʃə(r)/ | noun verb |
An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information. | 推测; 猜想 |
| 12 | enigmatic | /ˌenɪɡˈmætɪk/ | adj | Difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious. | 神秘的; 谜一般的 |
| 13 | compulsion | /kəmˈpʌlʃn/ | noun | 1. An irresistible urge to behave in a certain way. 2. The action of forcing or being forced to do something. |
1. 冲动; 强迫症 2. 强制; 强迫 |
| 14 | pervade | /pəˈveɪd/ | verb | (Of an influence, feeling, or quality) be present and apparent throughout. | 弥漫; 遍及; 渗透 |
| 15 | tentative | /ˈtentətɪv/ | adj | 1. Not certain or fixed; provisional. 2. Done without confidence; hesitant. |
1. 暂定的; 试验性的 2. 犹豫不决的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | hiccup | /ˈhɪkʌp/ | noun verb |
1. An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm. 2. A temporary or minor problem or setback. |
1. 打嗝 2. 小插曲；临时的小问题 |
| 2 | lagoon | /ləˈɡuːn/ | noun | A stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef. | 泻湖；礁湖 |
| 3 | hardheaded | /ˌhɑːdˈhedɪd/ | adj | Practical and realistic; not managed by sentiment. | 头脑冷静的；顽固的；讲究实际的 |
| 4 | folklore | /ˈfəʊklɔː(r)/ | noun | The traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through generations. | 民间传说；民俗 |
| 5 | giddy | /ˈɡɪdi/ | adj | 1. Having a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall; dizzy. 2. Excitable and frivolous. |
1. 头晕的 2. 轻浮的；得意忘形的 |
| 6 | epilogue | /ˈepɪlɒɡ/ | noun | A section or speech at the end of a book or play that serves as a comment on or a conclusion to what has happened. | 收场白；结语；后记 |
| 7 | trance | /trɑːns/ | noun | A half-conscious state characterized by an absence of response to external stimuli. | 恍惚；出神；昏睡状态 |
| 8 | resurrect | /ˌrezəˈrekt/ | verb | To restore a dead person to life; to revive or revitalize something. | 使复活；复兴；恢复使用 |
| 9 | motionless | /ˈməʊʃnləs/ | adj | Not moving; stationary. | 不动的；静止的 |
| 10 | perception | /pəˈsepʃn/ | noun | The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; a way of regarding or understanding something. | 知觉；觉察；看法 |
| 11 | tactical | /ˈtæktɪkl/ | adj | Relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific end. | 战术的；策略上的 |
| 12 | slab | /slæb/ | noun | A large, thick, flat piece of stone, concrete, or wood. | 厚板；平板；混凝土板 |
| 13 | amoral | /ˌeɪˈmɒrəl/ | adj | Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something. | 不属于道德范畴的；无从区分是非的 |
| 14 | fidget | /ˈfɪdʒɪt/ | verb noun |
To make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience. | 坐立不安；烦躁；玩弄（手中物） |
| 15 | felony | /ˈfeləni/ | noun | A crime, typically one involving violence, regarded as more serious than a misdemeanor. | 重罪 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | baton | /ˈbætɒn/ | noun | 1. A thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra. 2. A short stick passed in a relay race. |
1. 指挥棒 2. 接力棒；警棍 |
| 2 | rectitude | /ˈrektɪtjuːd/ | noun | Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness. | 正直；操行端正 |
| 3 | immobile | /ɪˈməʊbaɪl/ | adj | Not moving; unable to move. | 不动的；固定的；静止的 |
| 4 | defame | /dɪˈfeɪm/ | verb | To damage the good reputation of someone; to slander or libel. | 诽谤；中伤 |
| 5 | festive | /ˈfestɪv/ | adj | Relating to a festival; cheerful and jovial. | 节日的；喜庆的；欢乐的 |
| 6 | caricature | /ˈkærɪkətʃʊə(r)/ | noun verb |
A picture or description of a person in which certain characteristics are exaggerated for comic effect. | 漫画；讽刺画；夸张的描述 |
| 7 | clutter | /ˈklʌtə(r)/ | noun verb |
A collection of things lying about in an untidy mass. | 杂乱；凌乱；喧闹 |
| 8 | proponent | /prəˈpəʊnənt/ | noun | A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project. | 支持者；建议者 |
| 9 | defuse | /ˌdiːˈfjuːz/ | verb | 1. To remove the fuse from an explosive device. 2. To make a situation less tense or dangerous. |
1. 拆除引信 2. 缓和；平息 |
| 10 | infiltrate | /ˈɪnfɪltreɪt/ | verb | To secretly access an organization or place to acquire information or cause damage. | 渗透；潜入 |
| 11 | effluent | /ˈefluənt/ | noun | Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea. | 流出物；污水；废液 |
| 12 | neurotic | /njʊˈrɒtɪk/ | adj | Abnormally sensitive, obsessive, or anxious. | 神经质的；神经官能症的 |
| 13 | membrane | /ˈmembreɪn/ | noun | A pliable sheetlike structure acting as a boundary or lining in an organism. | 膜；薄膜；隔膜 |
| 14 | churn | /tʃɜːn/ | verb noun |
1. To agitate or turn milk to make butter. 2. (Business) The rate at which customers stop subscribing to a service. |
1. 搅拌；剧烈搅动 2.（客户）流失率 |
| 15 | sublime | /səˈblaɪm/ | adj | Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration. | 崇高的；壮丽的；极端的 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | bridle | /ˈbraɪdl/ | v./n. | 1. To show resentment or anger; to react indignantly. 2. The leather equipment placed on a horse's head for control. 3. To put a bridle on a horse. |
1. 生气，恼怒（尤指因受辱而表示愤慨） 2. 马勒；笼头 3. 给马套笼头 |
| 2 | unequivocal | /ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ | adj. | 1. Completely clear and direct; leaving no doubt. 2. Unambiguous; straightforward. |
1. 明确无误的；毫不含糊的 2. 不模棱两可的；直截了当的 |
| 3 | sonata | /səˈnɑːtə/ | n. | 1. A piece of music composed for one instrument (often piano) or two, typically in several movements. | 1. 奏鸣曲（通常为独奏或二重奏的器乐曲，分为几个乐章） |
| 4 | outnumber | /ˌaʊtˈnʌmbər/ | v. | 1. To have more people or things on one's side than the opposing side. 2. To exceed in number. |
1. 在数量上超过（对方） 2. 数量多于 |
| 5 | sage | /seɪdʒ/ | n./adj. | 1. A wise person, especially a profoundly respected elder or philosopher. 2. Very wise; showing deep wisdom. 3. A flavoring herb (savory). |
1. 智者；哲人 2. 睿智的；贤明的 3. 鼠尾草（一种调味草本植物） |
| 6 | remission | /rɪˈmɪʃn/ | n. | 1. A temporary period of improvement in a disease, especially cancer, when signs and symptoms lessen. 2. The act of forgiving or pardoning; forgiveness. 3. The cancellation of a debt or penalty. |
1. （疾病的）缓解期，缓和期（尤指癌症） 2. 宽恕；赦免 3. 免除；豁免（债务或惩罚） |
| 7 | arrears | /əˈrɪəz/ | n. | 1. Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier; outstanding debts. 2. The state of being behind in paying debts. |
1. 未付欠款；拖欠的款项 2. 拖欠；逾期未付 |
| 8 | impeccable | /ɪmˈpekəbl/ | adj. | 1. Faultless; flawless; perfect. 2. Without error or sin (rare). |
1. 无瑕疵的；完美的；无可挑剔的 2. 无过失的；无邪的（罕见） |
| 9 | wrath | /ræθ/ | n. | 1. Extreme anger; rage; fury. 2. Violent anger, especially as divine punishment. |
1. 愤怒；暴怒 2. （尤指神的）惩罚性愤怒，震怒 |
| 10 | paranoia | /ˌpærəˈnɔɪə/ | n. | 1. A mental condition characterized by extreme distrust and suspicion of others. 2. Intense fear or mistrust, often without basis. |
1. 偏执狂；妄想症 2. 多疑；无端的恐惧或猜疑 |
| 11 | manifesto | /ˌmænɪˈfestəʊ/ | n. | 1. A public declaration of principles, policies, or intentions, especially by a political party or group. | 1. 宣言；声明（尤指政治团体的纲领或声明） |
| 12 | dampen | /ˈdæmpən/ | v. | 1. To make slightly wet; to moisten. 2. To make something less intense, enthusiastic, or lively; to suppress. |
1. 使潮湿；弄湿 2. 抑制，减弱（情绪、热情等）；使沮丧 |
| 13 | impound | /ɪmˈpaʊnd/ | v. | 1. To seize and take legal custody of something, especially by official authority. 2. To confine animals in a pound. |
1. 依法扣押；没收 2. 把（动物）关进栏内 |
| 14 | collusion | /kəˈluːʒn/ | n. | 1. Secret or illegal cooperation, especially to deceive or cheat others. 2. A conspiracy to commit fraud or wrongdoing. |
1. 勾结；串通（尤指秘密或非法合作） 2. 共谋；串谋（以行骗或做坏事） |
| 15 | holiness | /ˈhəʊlinəs/ | n. | 1. The quality of being holy, sacred, or godly. 2. Used as a title for religious leaders (e.g., "His Holiness" the Pope). |
1. 神圣；圣洁 2. （对宗教领袖的尊称）陛下（如教皇陛下） |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | christen | /ˈkrɪsn/ | v. | 1. To baptize someone, especially as a Christian ceremony. 2. To give a name to someone or something. 3. To officially launch a ship or building. |
1. 为……施洗礼 2. 命名；为……取名 3. 为（船、建筑物）举行命名仪式 |
| 2 | bliss | /blɪs/ | n. | 1. Perfect happiness; extreme joy and delight. 2. A state of complete joy and satisfaction. |
1. 极乐；幸福 2. 极乐状态；狂喜 |
| 3 | scathing | /ˈskeɪθɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. Severely critical, harsh, or cutting. 2. Harshly criticizing; damaging. |
1. 严厉的；尖刻的 2. 苛责的；极具杀伤力的 |
| 4 | cholesterol | /kəˈlestərɒl/ | n. | 1. A waxy substance found in body tissues and fluids, essential for cell function but linked to heart disease in excess. | 1. 胆固醇 |
| 5 | regret | /rɪˈɡret/ | v./n. | 1. To feel sorry or disappointed about something done or not done. 2. A feeling of sorrow or disappointment about something. |
1. 后悔；遗憾 2. 遗憾；懊悔 |
| 6 | instigate | /ˈɪnstɪɡeɪt/ | v. | 1. To encourage or start something, often a harmful action; to incite. 2. To initiate or cause to begin. |
1. 煽动；唆使 2. 发起；促使 |
| 7 | enumerate | /ɪˈnjuːməreɪt/ | v. | 1. To list things one by one; to mention individually. 2. To count or calculate the number of something. |
1. 逐一列举；详述 2. 数数；计数 |
| 8 | inflame | /ɪnˈfleɪm/ | v. | 1. To make something more intense, especially emotions or conflicts. 2. To make (a person or situation) angry or excited. 3. To cause inflammation in a part of the body. |
1. 加剧；激化 2. 激怒；使激动 3. 使（身体某部位）发炎 |
| 9 | opus | /ˈəʊpəs/ | n. | 1. A musical composition by a composer, usually numbered. 2. A major work of art, literature, or music. |
1. （作曲家的）作品（通常有编号） 2. 大作；杰作 |
| 10 | anarchist | /ˈænəkɪst/ | n. | 1. A person who believes in abolishing all government and authority, advocating for a society without laws. 2. Someone who promotes disorder or rejects established systems. |
1. 无政府主义者 2. 破坏秩序者；反对现有体制者 |
| 11 | ravish | /ˈrævɪʃ/ | v. | 1. To enchant or delight completely; to fill with wonder. 2. To seize and carry away by force. 3. To rape someone (archaic or euphemistic). |
1. 使陶醉；使着迷 2. 强行夺走 3. （古语或委婉语）强奸 |
| 12 | nomad | /ˈnəʊmæd/ | n. | 1. A member of a people who move from place to place, rather than living in one fixed location. 2. A person who does not settle in one place; an itinerant person. |
1. 游牧民；游牧部落成员 2. 流浪者；四处漂泊的人 |
| 13 | prototype | /ˈprəʊtətaɪp/ | n. | 1. The first or original model of something; a preliminary version. 2. An early example that serves as a basis for future development. |
1. 原型；最初版本 2. 雏形；样板 |
| 14 | eddy | /ˈedi/ | n./v. | 1. A circular current of water or air; a swirling movement. 2. To move in a circular or swirling current. |
1. 漩涡；涡流 2. 旋转；打旋 |
| 15 | sleeper | /ˈsliːpər/ | n. | 1. A person or animal that sleeps. 2. A train carriage with beds or berths. 3. An unexpected success, such as a movie or book that becomes popular. 4. A spy or agent who remains inactive for a long time. |
1. 睡觉的人；睡熟的动物 2. 卧铺列车 3. 意外的成功；黑马 4. 潜伏特务 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | crooked | /ˈkrʊkɪd/ | adj. | 1. Not straight; bent or twisted. 2. Dishonest; fraudulent; not straightforward. |
1. 弯曲的；歪的 2. 不诚实的；欺诈的；狡诈的 |
| 2 | ooze | /uːz/ | v./n. | 1. To flow or leak out slowly, as through small openings. 2. A slow flow or seepage of liquid. 3. To give a slow, subtle impression of a quality. |
1. （液体）渗出，缓缓流出 2. 渗出物；软泥 3. （品质）逐渐显露，洋溢 |
| 3 | accomplice | /əˈkʌmplɪs/ | n. | 1. A person who helps another commit a crime or wrongdoing. 2. A partner or associate in an illegal or wrongful act. |
1. 共犯；帮凶 2. 同谋；共犯 |
| 4 | outlandish | /aʊtˈlændɪʃ/ | adj. | 1. Very strange or unusual; bizarre. 2. Unconventional; extraordinarily odd. |
1. 奇异的；古怪的 2. 非常规的；离谱的 |
| 5 | perpetuate | /pəˈpetʃueɪt/ | v. | 1. To make something continue indefinitely; to prolong. 2. To cause something to be remembered or kept alive. 3. To maintain a negative situation or system. |
1. 使永久；使长存 2. 使流传；使铭记 3. 延续（负面状况或制度） |
| 6 | malt | /mɔːlt/ | n. | 1. Grain (usually barley) that is allowed to germinate, then dried, used in brewing and distilling. 2. A malted milk shake or drink. |
1. 麦芽 2. 麦芽饮料；奶昔 |
| 7 | supplementary | /ˌsʌplɪˈmentri/ | adj. | 1. Added to complete or enhance something; additional. 2. Serving as a supplement. |
1. 补充的；追加的 2. 增补的；辅助的 |
| 8 | thee | /ðiː/ | pron. | 1. An archaic word for "you," used as the object of a verb or preposition. | 1. （古英语）你（用作宾语） |
| 9 | Armada | /ɑːˈmɑːdə/ | n. | 1. A large fleet of warships. 2. A large organized group of things or vehicles. |
1. 舰队；无敌舰队 2. （大型的）队伍，车队 |
| 10 | wince | /wɪns/ | v./n. | 1. To make a slight, involuntary grimace or movement due to pain, embarrassment, or discomfort. 2. The act of wincing. |
1. （因痛苦、尴尬或不适）退缩，皱眉 2. 退缩；皱眉 |
| 11 | antibody | /ˈæntibɒdi/ | n. | 1. A protein produced in the blood to fight against foreign substances (antigens). 2. A substance that counteracts a specific biological threat. |
1. 抗体 2. 抗毒物质 |
| 12 | impregnate | /ɪmˈpreɡneɪt/ | v. | 1. To cause to become pregnant; to make fertile. 2. To soak or saturate something with a substance. 3. To fill or imbue with an idea or quality. |
1. 使怀孕；使受精 2. 浸透；灌输 3. 使充满；使具有（某种特质） |
| 13 | outlay | /ˈaʊtleɪ/ | n. | 1. The amount of money spent or invested on something. 2. The act of spending money; expenditure. |
1. 支出；费用 2. 开支；经费 |
| 14 | efficacy | /ˈefɪkəsi/ | n. | 1. The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness. 2. The power to produce an effect. |
1. 功效；效力 2. 产生效果的能力 |
| 15 | sliver | /ˈslɪvər/ | n./v. | 1. A thin, narrow piece cut or split off from something larger. 2. To cut or split into thin pieces. |
1. 薄片；裂片；碎片 2. 切成薄片；劈开 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | abject | /ˈæbdʒekt/ | adj. | 1. Relating to the lowest, most miserable, or wretched state. 2. Showing utter hopelessness or humiliation; degrading. |
1. （处境）凄惨的；绝望的 2. 卑躬屈膝的；自甘堕落的 |
| 2 | rattle | /ˈrætl/ | v./n. | 1. To make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds. 2. To move or shake with such sounds. 3. To make someone nervous or confused; to unsettle. |
1. 发出咯咯声；嘎啦作响 2. 使嘎啦作响；摇晃 3. 使紧张；使慌乱 |
| 3 | lacquer | /ˈlækər/ | n./v. | 1. A hard, glossy varnish used to coat wood or metal. 2. To coat or finish something with this varnish. |
1. 漆；清漆 2. 给……涂漆；以漆覆盖 |
| 4 | dregs | /dreɡz/ | n. | 1. The last, sedimentary part of a liquid, often left at the bottom of a container. 2. The most worthless part of something; the residue or leftovers. |
1. （液体的）残渣；沉淀物 2. 糟粕；无用之辈 |
| 5 | rabid | /ˈræbɪd/ | adj. | 1. Having or proceeding from extreme, fanatical, or irrational zeal. 2. Relating to or affected by rabies. |
1. 狂热的；极端的；非理性的 2. 患狂犬病的 |
| 6 | crucify | /ˈkruːsɪfaɪ/ | v. | 1. To put to death by nailing or binding to a cross. 2. To treat someone with extreme cruelty; to torment. 3. To criticize or defeat severely. |
1. 把……钉死在十字架上 2. 残酷对待；折磨 3. 严厉批评；彻底击败 |
| 7 | appendix | /əˈpendɪks/ | n. | 1. A section of additional matter at the end of a book or document. 2. A vestigial tube attached to the large intestine (caecum). |
1. 附录；补遗 2. 阑尾 |
| 8 | ephemeral | /ɪˈfemərəl/ | adj. | 1. Lasting for a very short time; fleeting. 2. Short-lived; transient. |
1. 短暂的；瞬息即逝的 2. 短暂的；转瞬即逝的 |
| 9 | manifestation | /ˌmænɪfeˈsteɪʃn/ | n. | 1. An appearance, sign, or indication of something. 2. The act of bringing something into reality; embodiment. |
1. 表现；显示；显现 2. 显现；化身 |
| 10 | confer | /kənˈfɜːr/ | v. | 1. To discuss something with others; to deliberate. 2. To give a title, honor, or benefit to someone; to grant. |
1. 商讨；商议 2. 授予（称号、荣誉、学位等） |
| 11 | litigation | /ˌlɪtɪˈɡeɪʃn/ | n. | 1. The process of carrying on a lawsuit; the act of taking legal action. 2. A lawsuit or legal action. |
1. 诉讼；诉讼程序 2. 诉讼案件 |
| 12 | defoliate | /ˌdiːˈfəʊlieɪt/ | v. | 1. To strip the leaves from trees or plants. 2. To destroy the leaves of (an area), especially as a military strategy. |
1. 使（树木、植物）落叶 2. （尤指军事上）使（某地）失去植被 |
| 13 | cognitive | /ˈkɒɡnətɪv/ | adj. | 1. Relating to the mental processes of perception, thinking, memory, and judgment. 2. Pertaining to the act or process of knowing. |
1. 认知的；感知的 2. 认识的；认知的 |
| 14 | seminal | /ˈsemɪnl/ | adj. | 1. Highly original, influential, or inspiring; having the power to create new development. 2. Relating to semen; producing seeds or sperm. |
1. 开创性的；极具影响力的 2. （生物学术语）精液的；种子的 |
| 15 | corrugated | /ˈkɒrəɡeɪtɪd/ | adj. | 1. Having a pattern of alternating parallel ridges and grooves; shaped into folds or ridges. 2. Made of material (like cardboard or metal) shaped with parallel ridges and grooves for strength. |
1. 波纹状的；有褶皱的 2. （材料）瓦楞的；波纹的 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vortex | /ˈvɔːteks/ | n. | 1. A mass of swirling fluid or air, like a whirlpool. 2. A situation that sucks people in with intense activity or force. |
1. 漩涡；涡流 2. 旋涡；无法摆脱的境况 |
| 2 | opt | /ɒpt/ | v. | 1. To choose or decide to do something. 2. To make a choice, especially from a set of alternatives. |
1. 选择；决定（做某事） 2. （尤指在多个选项中）做出选择 |
| 3 | Hispanic | /hɪˈspænɪk/ | adj./n. | 1. Relating to Spain, Spanish-speaking countries, or people of Spanish-speaking descent. 2. A person of Spanish-speaking origin, especially in the U.S. |
1. 西班牙的；西班牙语国家的；西班牙裔的 2. 西班牙裔；西班牙语裔美国人 |
| 4 | heterogeneous | /ˌhetərəˈdʒiːniəs/ | adj. | 1. Consisting of diverse elements or parts; varied. 2. Made up of different types of people or things; diverse. |
1. 由不同成分组成的；混杂的 2. 多种多样的；异质的 |
| 5 | obliterate | /əˈblɪtəreɪt/ | v. | 1. To destroy completely, leaving no trace. 2. To remove all signs of something; to wipe out. |
1. 彻底摧毁；毁灭 2. 清除；抹去（痕迹等） |
| 6 | obsess | /əbˈses/ | v. | 1. To fill the mind of someone continually; to worry excessively. 2. To dominate or preoccupy someone's thoughts. |
1. 使痴迷；使困扰 2. 缠住（某人的思想）；使全神贯注 |
| 7 | cramp | /kræmp/ | n./v. | 1. A sudden, painful tightening of muscles, often in the leg. 2. To restrict movement or development; to hinder. |
1. 痉挛；抽筋 2. 限制；阻碍（发展、行动等） |
| 8 | composite | /ˈkɒmpəzɪt/ | adj./n. | 1. Made up of several parts; compounded. 2. Something made up of various parts; a mixture. |
1. 合成的；复合的 2. 合成物；混合物；复合物 |
| 9 | bunk | /bʌŋk/ | n./v. | 1. A narrow bed that is a shelf attached to a wall, often stacked. 2. Nonsense; foolish talk. 3. To sleep in a bunk; to use a makeshift bed. |
1. （上下铺的）床铺；铺位 2. 胡言乱语；废话 3. 睡在铺位上；睡在临时床上 |
| 10 | beset | /bɪˈset/ | v. | 1. To trouble or threaten persistently; to harass. 2. To surround or attack from all sides. |
1. 困扰；使苦恼 2. 围攻；包围 |
| 11 | irksome | /ˈɜːksəm/ | adj. | 1. Causing annoyance, frustration, or tedium; annoying. 2. Troublesome; vexing. |
1. 令人烦恼的；讨厌的 2. 令人恼火的；麻烦的 |
| 12 | predatory | /ˈpredətəri/ | adj. | 1. Relating to predators; living by preying on others. 2. Seeking to exploit or prey upon others. |
1. 捕食性的；食肉的 2. 掠夺性的；压榨他人的 |
| 13 | impersonate | /ɪmˈpɜːsəneɪt/ | v. | 1. To pretend to be someone else, especially for entertainment or deception. 2. To mimic or copy the voice and manners of another. |
1. 冒充；扮演（他人角色） 2. 模仿；假扮 |
| 14 | ardent | /ˈɑːdnt/ | adj. | 1. Having or showing strong enthusiasm or passion. 2. Fiery; intense; fervent. |
1. 热情的；热烈的 2. 热烈的；强烈的；火热的 |
| 15 | enfold | /ɪnˈfəʊld/ | v. | 1. To wrap or surround something with a covering. 2. To embrace someone; to hold in one's arms. |
1. 包住；裹住 2. 拥抱；怀抱 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | slouch | /slaʊtʃ/ | v./n. | 1. To sit, stand, or walk with a lazy, drooping posture. 2. A drooping or relaxed posture; a lazy person. |
1. （坐、站或行走时）无精打采地耷拉着头；弯腰驼背 2. 无精打采的姿势；懒散的人 |
| 2 | hurtle | /ˈhɜːtl/ | v. | 1. To move at high speed, often in a noisy or uncontrolled way. 2. To rush or shoot forward violently. |
1. 猛冲；飞驰（常伴随噪音或失控） 2. 迅猛地前进；猛冲 |
| 3 | momentary | /ˈməʊməntri/ | adj. | 1. Lasting for only a very short time. 2. Brief; instant; not enduring. |
1. 短暂的；片刻的 2. 瞬息的；转瞬即逝的 |
| 4 | ramble | /ˈræmbl/ | v./n. | 1. To walk for pleasure, usually without a fixed route. 2. To talk or write at length in a confused, wandering way. |
1. 漫步；闲逛 2. 漫谈；闲聊；东拉西扯 |
| 5 | dither | /ˈdɪðər/ | v./n. | 1. To be unable to make a decision; to hesitate. 2. A state of indecision or nervous agitation. |
1. 犹豫不决；拿不定主意 2. 犹豫不决；焦虑不安 |
| 6 | capricious | /kəˈprɪʃəs/ | adj. | 1. Acting or responding in unpredictable and impulsive ways. 2. Unpredictable; impulsive; fickle. |
1. 反复无常的；任性的 2. 变幻莫测的；冲动的；反复无常的 |
| 7 | frisk | /frɪsk/ | v./n. | 1. To search someone for concealed weapons by running the hands quickly over their clothes. 2. A quick playful jump or skip. |
1. 搜身（尤指为了检查武器） 2. 欢快地跳跃；蹦跳 |
| 8 | plummet | /ˈplʌmɪt/ | v. | 1. To fall suddenly and vertically. 2. To drop sharply in value or quantity. |
1. （垂直地）骤然落下；骤降 2. （价值或数量）暴跌；猛跌 |
| 9 | indiscriminate | /ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnət/ | adj. | 1. Not making careful choices or distinctions; random. 2. Widespread; random; not limited. |
1. 不加选择的；无差别的 2. 任意的；随意的；不加区别的 |
| 10 | rupture | /ˈrʌptʃər/ | v./n. | 1. To break open or apart suddenly; to burst. 2. A breaking apart; a sudden breaking open. |
1. 破裂；断裂；爆炸 2. 破裂；决裂；断裂 |
| 11 | collude | /kəˈluːd/ | v. | 1. To secretly cooperate in a dishonest or illegal way. 2. To conspire or act together covertly. |
1. 勾结；串通（以做非法或不诚实之事） 2. 暗中勾结；串谋 |
| 12 | Canon | /ˈkænən/ | n. | 1. A law or rule accepted as authoritative in a specific field. 2. The official list of books included in the Bible. 3. A church dignitary or priest. |
1. 准则；规范（尤指某一领域公认的标准） 2. （《圣经》的）正典 3. （教堂的）教士；总司祭 |
| 13 | forensic | /fəˈrensɪk/ | adj. | 1. Relating to the use of scientific methods to investigate crime. 2. Relating to courts of law or public debate. |
1. 法医的；用于法庭科学（鉴定）的 2. 法庭的；与法庭辩论有关的 |
| 14 | fervor | /ˈfɜːvər/ | n. | 1. Intense passion or enthusiasm. 2. A feeling of great heat; glowing intensity. |
1. 热情；热忱 2. 热烈；炽热 |
| 15 | Quaker | /ˈkweɪkər/ | n. | 1. A member of the Religious Society of Friends (Christian group), known for their pacifism and equality. | 1. 贵格会教徒（基督教公谊会教徒，以主张和平与平等著称） |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | fingertip | /ˈfɪŋɡətɪp/ | noun | The end of a finger. | 指尖；手稍 |
| 2 | stringent | /ˈstrɪndʒənt/ | adj | (Of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting. | 严格的；严厉的；（货币）紧缩的 |
| 3 | maverick | /ˈmævərɪk/ | noun adj |
An unorthodox or independent-minded person. | 特立独行的人；持不同意见者 |
| 4 | reinstate | /ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt/ | verb | To restore someone or something to their former position or state. | 使复职；使复原；恢复使用 |
| 5 | palatable | /ˈpælətəbl/ | adj | 1. (Of food or drink) pleasant to taste. 2. (Of an action or proposal) acceptable or satisfactory. |
1. 美味的；可口的 2. 合意的；认可的 |
| 6 | regal | /ˈriːɡl/ | adj | Of, resembling, or fit for a monarch, especially in being magnificent or dignified. | 帝王的；王室的；庄严的 |
| 7 | mutilate | /ˈmjuːtɪleɪt/ | verb | To inflict a violent and disfiguring injury on. | 残害；毁坏；使支离破碎 |
| 8 | neoclassical | /ˌniːəʊˈklæsɪkl/ | adj | Relating to the revival of a classical style or treatment in art, literature, or music. | 新古典主义的 |
| 9 | etch | /etʃ/ | verb | 1. To engrave a metal plate with acid to create a design. 2. To fix clearly in the mind or memory. |
1. 蚀刻；浸蚀 2. 铭刻（于心） |
| 10 | enormity | /ɪˈnɔːməti/ | noun | 1. The great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad. 2. A grave crime or sin. |
1. 巨大；艰巨 2. 极恶毒；暴行 |
| 11 | treble | /ˈtrebl/ | adj noun verb |
1. Consisting of three parts; threefold. 2. A high-pitched voice or sound. |
1. 三倍的 2. 高音；高声部 |
| 12 | presumption | /prɪˈzʌmpʃn/ | noun | 1. An idea that is taken to be true on the basis of probability. 2. Arrogant behavior that goes beyond what is appropriate. |
1. 推测；假定 2. 傲慢；自以为是 |
| 13 | stardom | /ˈstɑːdəm/ | noun | The state or status of being a very famous or talented entertainer or sports player. | 明星地位；名声 |
| 14 | ostentatious | /ˌɒstenˈteɪʃəs/ | adj | Characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice. | 炫耀的；卖弄的；铺张的 |
| 15 | euphemism | /ˈjuːfəmɪzəm/ | noun | A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt. | 委婉语；委婉说法 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | edifice | /ˈedɪfɪs/ | noun | 1. A large, imposing building. 2. A complex system of beliefs or thoughts. |
1. 宏伟的建筑 2. 思想体系；大厦 |
| 2 | irrevocable | /ɪˈrevəkəbl/ | adj | Not able to be changed, reversed, or recovered; final. | 不可更改的；不可撤销的 |
| 3 | scrupulous | /ˈskruːpjələs/ | adj | 1. Diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details. 2. Very concerned to avoid doing wrong. |
1. 一丝不苟的；严谨的 2. 审慎的；正直的 |
| 4 | mandatory | /ˈmændətəri/ | adj | Required by law or rules; compulsory. | 强制性的；义务的 |
| 5 | gravitate | /ˈɡrævɪteɪt/ | verb | To move toward or be attracted to a place, person, or thing. | 受吸引；倾向于；（受引力作用）下沉 |
| 6 | mainspring | /ˈmeɪnsprɪŋ/ | noun | 1. The principal spring in a watch or clock. 2. The chief motivating force of an action or system. |
1.（钟表的）主发条 2. 主要动力；诱因 |
| 7 | crypt | /krɪpt/ | noun | An underground room or vault beneath a church, used as a chapel or burial place. | 地窖；（教堂下的）地下室 |
| 8 | ordain | /ɔːˈdeɪn/ | verb | 1. To make someone a priest or minister. 2. To order or decree something officially. |
1. 授予圣职 2.（命运等）注定；规定 |
| 9 | gazette | /ɡəˈzet/ | noun | A journal or newspaper, especially the official one of an organization. | 报刊；（官方的）公报 |
| 10 | brevity | /ˈbrevəti/ | noun | Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech; shortness of time. | 简洁；简短 |
| 11 | acquittal | /əˈkwɪtl/ | noun | A judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged. | 宣判无罪；无罪开释 |
| 12 | fence | /fens/ | noun verb |
1. A barrier or railing enclosing an area. 2. To fight with a sword (saber, foil, or epee). |
1. 篱笆；围栏 2. 击剑；回避（问题） |
| 13 | fetus | /ˈfiːtəs/ | noun | An unborn offspring of a mammal, in particular an unborn human baby more than eight weeks after conception. | 胎儿 |
| 14 | menopause | /ˈmenəpɔːz/ | noun | The ceasing of menstruation, typically occurring between 45 and 50 years of age. | 更年期；绝经期 |
| 15 | vie | /vaɪ/ | verb | To compete eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something. | 争夺；竞争 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | emblem | /ˈembləm/ | noun | A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge of a nation, organization, or family. | 象征；徽章；符号 |
| 2 | onomatopoeia | /ˌɒnəˌmætəˈpiːə/ | noun | The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named (e.g., cuckoo, sizzle). | 拟声法；拟声词 |
| 3 | nuzzle | /ˈnʌzl/ | verb | To rub or push against gently with the nose and mouth. | （用鼻子）轻擦；依偎 |
| 4 | seep | /siːp/ | verb | (Of a liquid) flow or leak slowly through porous material or small holes. | 渗出；漏出 |
| 5 | traverse | /trəˈvɜːs/ | verb noun |
1. To travel across or through. 2. (Computing/Math) To visit all the nodes of a data structure. |
1. 横越；穿过 2.（计算机/数学）遍历 |
| 6 | hedonist | /ˈhiːdənɪst/ | noun | A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important aspect of life. | 享乐主义者 |
| 7 | dogmatic | /dɒɡˈmætɪk/ | adj | Inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true. | 武断的；教条的 |
| 8 | squeak | /skwiːk/ | verb noun |
A short, high-pitched sound or cry. | 吱吱声；嘎吱声 |
| 9 | xenophobia | /ˌzenəˈfəʊbiə/ | noun | Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries. | 仇外；排外 |
| 10 | intuition | /ˌɪntjuˈɪʃn/ | noun | The ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning. | 直觉 |
| 11 | esoteric | /ˌesəˈterɪk/ | adj | Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge. | 秘传的；深奥的；难懂的 |
| 12 | languish | /ˈlæŋɡwɪʃ/ | verb | 1. To lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble. 2. To be forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation. |
1. 凋谢；衰弱 2. 受煎熬；长期滞留 |
| 13 | niche | /niːʃ/ | noun | 1. A comfortable or suitable position in life or employment. 2. A specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service. |
1. 合适的位置（工作等） 2. 利基；小众市场 |
| 14 | figment | /ˈfɪɡmənt/ | noun | A thing that someone believes to be real but that exists only in their imagination. | 虚构的事；臆造的事物 |
| 15 | ghastly | /ˈɡɑːstli/ | adj | 1. Causing great horror or fear; frightful. 2. Extremely unwell. |
1. 可怕的；惨白的 2. 极其糟糕的 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | abduct | /æbˈdʌkt/ | v. | 1. To kidnap or carry off someone against their will. 2. To remove someone illegally or by force. |
1. 绑架；劫持 2. 拐走；非法带走 |
| 2 | abort | /əˈbɔːrt/ | v. | 1. To stop a process or activity before it is completed, especially prematurely. 2. To cause an abortion; to terminate pregnancy early. |
1. 中止；中途放弃（计划、任务等） 2. 堕胎；使流产 |
| 3 | irreconcilable | /ɪˌrekənˈsaɪləbl/ | adj. | 1. Impossible to resolve or bring into agreement. 2. Impossible to reconcile; fundamentally different or incompatible. |
1. 不可调和的；无法和解的 2. 矛盾的；不相容的 |
| 4 | vicinity | /vəˈsɪnəti/ | n. | 1. The area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood. 2. The state of being near; proximity. |
1. 附近；邻近地区 2. 附近；近处 |
| 5 | electrocute | /ɪˈlektrəkjuːt/ | v. | 1. To kill by electric shock. 2. To administer a fatal electric shock to someone. |
1. 电死；以电刑处死 2. 施以电刑；电击致死 |
| 6 | superfluous | /suːˈpɜːflʊəs/ | adj. | 1. Unnecessary; more than is needed. 2. Extra or redundant; exceeding what is required. |
1. 多余的；不必要的 2. 过剩的；冗余的 |
| 7 | inflammable | /ɪnˈflæməbl/ | adj. | 1. Easily set on fire; easily ignited. 2. Highly flammable; capable of burning rapidly. |
1. 易燃的；可燃的 2. 易着火的；易燃的 |
| 8 | integer | /ˈɪntɪdʒər/ | n. | 1. A whole number; a number that is not a fraction or decimal. 2. A complete entity; a whole unit. |
1. 整数 2. 整体；完整的事物 |
| 9 | dissuade | /dɪˈsweɪd/ | v. | 1. To persuade someone not to do something. 2. To advise against; to deter. |
1. 劝阻；阻止 2. 劝诫；阻拦 |
| 10 | interlude | /ˈɪntəluːd/ | n. | 1. A short period of time between events; an interval. 2. A brief entertainment or pause between acts. |
1. 插曲；间隙 2. 幕间节目；幕间休息 |
| 11 | baleful | /ˈbeɪlfl/ | adj. | 1. Threatening harm; menacing. 2. Causing harm or having a sinister influence. |
1. 凶险的；险恶的 2. 有害的；带来灾难的 |
| 12 | shunt | /ʃʌnt/ | v./n. | 1. To move a train or vehicle from one track to another; to reroute. 2. To move someone or something aside; to shift. |
1. （将火车或车辆）调轨；分流 2. 避开；转移 |
| 13 | appraise | /əˈpreɪz/ | v. | 1. To assess the value or quality of something. 2. To set a price on; to evaluate formally. |
1. 评价；估价 2. 鉴定；评估 |
| 14 | inadvertent | /ˌɪnədˈvɜːtənt/ | adj. | 1. Unintentional; not deliberate. 2. Happening by accident; unintentional. |
1. 无意的；非故意的 2. 偶然的；疏忽造成的 |
| 15 | fornicate | /ˈfɔːnɪkeɪt/ | v. | 1. To engage in sexual intercourse outside of marriage. 2. To commit fornication. |
1. 私通；通奸 2. 发生不正当性行为 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | pentathlon | /penˈtæθlən/ | n. | 1. An athletic contest consisting of five events. 2. A competition that tests skills in five different areas. |
1. 五项全能运动 2. 包含五个项目的竞赛 |
| 2 | repellent | /rɪˈpelənt/ | adj./n. | 1. Causing a feeling of aversion or disgust. 2. A substance that keeps things off, such as insects or water. |
1. 令人厌恶的；反感的 2. 驱虫剂；防水剂 |
| 3 | animosity | /ˌænɪˈmɒsəti/ | n. | 1. Strong hostility or strong ill will. 2. A deep-seated hatred or resentment. |
1. 敌意；仇恨 2. 强烈的反感；憎恶 |
| 4 | nude | /njuːd/ | adj./n. | 1. Naked; without clothing. 2. A painting, sculpture, or photograph of an unclothed human figure. |
1. 裸体的；赤裸的 2. 裸体像；裸体艺术品 |
| 5 | vernacular | /vəˈnækjələr/ | n./adj. | 1. The everyday language spoken by a particular group or in a region. 2. Relating to the local language or architecture. |
1. 方言；白话；本地话 2. 用本地语言的；地方风格的 |
| 6 | reprove | /rɪˈpruːv/ | v. | 1. To criticize or express disapproval of someone. 2. To scold gently; to admonish. |
1. 责备；非难 2. 温和地指责；告诫 |
| 7 | insuperable | /ɪnˈsuːpərəbl/ | adj. | 1. Impossible to overcome; insurmountable. 2. Too great to be defeated or passed. |
1. 无法克服的；不可战胜的 2. 不能超越的 |
| 8 | practicality | /ˌpræktɪˈkæləti/ | n. | 1. The quality of being sensible and realistic. 2. The suitability for actual use; utility. |
1. 实际性；务实性 2. 实用性；适用性 |
| 9 | nostalgic | /nɒˈstældʒɪk/ | adj. | 1. Feeling sentimental longing for the past. 2. Relating to or characterized by nostalgia. |
1. 怀旧的；留恋过去的 2. 充满乡愁的；引起怀旧之情的 |
| 10 | connoisseur | /ˌkɒnəˈsɜːr/ | n. | 1. An expert on a particular subject, especially in the arts. 2. A person with informed and discriminating taste. |
1. 鉴赏家；行家（尤指艺术方面） 2. 有鉴赏力的人；内行 |
| 11 | recurrent | /rɪˈkʌrənt/ | adj. | 1. Occurring repeatedly or regularly. 2. Returning or recurring after an interval. |
1. 反复出现的；周期性的 2. 复发的；再现的 |
| 12 | mar | /mɑːr/ | v. | 1. To spoil or ruin something. 2. To damage or detract from perfection. |
1. 破坏；损坏 2. 玷污；损毁 |
| 13 | chant | /tʃɑːnt/ | v./n. | 1. To repeat or sing a word or phrase rhythmically. 2. A rhythmic song or repeated phrase. |
1. 重复地唱；吟诵；反复呼喊 2. 圣歌；单调重复的词句 |
| 14 | gloat | /ɡləʊt/ | v. | 1. To feel or express extreme satisfaction in one's success or advantage, especially at others' misfortune. 2. To exult or show off boastfully. |
1. 幸灾乐祸地看（或想）；沾沾自喜 2. 洋洋得意；沾沾自喜 |
| 15 | sheepish | /ˈʃiːpɪʃ/ | adj. | 1. Feeling embarrassed or ashamed due to shyness or awkwardness. 2. Meek and timid like a sheep. |
1. 羞怯的；尴尬的；局促不安的 2. 怯懦的；驯服的 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | feign | /feɪn/ | v. | 1. To pretend to be something; to fake. 2. To simulate an emotion or condition. |
1. 假装；佯装 2. 佯装（某种情感或状态） |
| 2 | vindictive | /vɪnˈdɪktɪv/ | adj. | 1. Showing a strong desire for revenge. 2. Unforgiving; malicious. |
1. 报复心强的；想复仇的 2. 怀恨在心的；恶意的 |
| 3 | imbecile | /ˈɪmbəsiːl/ | n./adj. | 1. A very foolish or stupid person. 2. Stupid; senseless. |
1. 低能者；傻瓜 2. 愚笨的；低能的 |
| 4 | adrift | /əˈdrɪft/ | adj./adv. | 1. Floating without control; not anchored. 2. Without purpose or direction; lost. |
1. 漂浮的；漂流的 2. 漫无目的的；漂泊的 |
| 5 | fitful | /ˈfɪtfl/ | adj. | 1. Occurring in irregular bursts; not continuous. 2. Having starts and stops; restless. |
1. 一阵阵的；断断续续的 2. 不安宁的；断续的 |
| 6 | cuckoo | /ˈkʊkuː/ | n./adj. | 1. A bird known for laying eggs in other birds' nests. 2. Crazy; silly; foolish. |
1. 杜鹃；布谷鸟 2. 疯狂的；傻气的 |
| 7 | engross | /ɪnˈɡrəʊs/ | v. | 1. To absorb the attention of; to occupy fully. 2. To write or copy in a clear, formal hand. |
1. 使全神贯注；使沉浸 2. 正式书写；工整誊写 |
| 8 | entice | /ɪnˈtaɪs/ | v. | 1. To attract or persuade with promise of reward. 2. To lure or tempt. |
1. 引诱；怂恿 2. 诱惑；诱使 |
| 9 | nautical | /ˈnɔːtɪkl/ | adj. | 1. Relating to sailors, ships, or navigation. 2. Used for or connected with sea travel. |
1. 航海的；海事的 2. 与航海有关的；航海用的 |
| 10 | ambush | /ˈæmbʊʃ/ | n./v. | 1. A surprise attack from a hidden position. 2. To attack by surprise from a hidden location. |
1. 伏击；埋伏 2. 伏击；突袭 |
| 11 | hatchback | /ˈhætʃbæk/ | n. | 1. An automobile with a rear door that opens upwards. 2. A car model featuring a hatchback design. |
1. 掀背式汽车 2. 掀背车 |
| 12 | turmoil | /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/ | n. | 1. A state of great confusion, anxiety, or uncertainty. 2. Disturbance or chaos. |
1. 混乱；骚动 2. 混乱；动荡 |
| 13 | negligent | /ˈneɡlɪdʒənt/ | adj. | 1. Failing to take proper care; careless. 2. Not paying due attention; remiss. |
1. 疏忽的；失职的 2. 大意的；粗心的 |
| 14 | deem | /diːm/ | v. | 1. To consider or judge something in a specific way. 2. To hold as an opinion; to think. |
1. 认为；视作 2. 相信；持某种看法 |
| 15 | lyrical | /ˈlɪrɪkl/ | adj. | 1. Relating to lyric poetry or song; expressive. 2. Expressing personal feelings in a spontaneous, song-like way. |
1. 抒情诗的；抒情的 2. 充满感情的；热情洋溢的 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | effeminate | /ɪˈfemɪnət/ | adj. | 1. Having traits or manners considered unmanly or characteristic of women. 2. Lacking strength or virility; soft. |
1. 女子气的；娘娘腔的 2. 柔弱的；缺乏男子气概的 |
| 2 | venerable | /ˈvenərəbl/ | adj. | 1. Deserving respect, especially because of age, dignity, or character. 2. Impressive due to age, history, or wisdom. |
1. 值得尊敬的；德高望重的 2. 因年高、历史或智慧而令人敬仰的 |
| 3 | intriguing | /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. Fascinating; arousing curiosity or interest. 2. Complex and stimulating; engaging. |
1. 引人入胜的；迷人的 2. 有趣的；激起兴趣的 |
| 4 | diffident | /ˈdɪfɪdənt/ | adj. | 1. Lacking self-confidence; shy or timid. 2. Hesitant in speech or manner due to uncertainty. |
1. 缺乏自信的；羞怯的 2. 犹豫不决的；畏缩的 |
| 5 | accountable | /əˈkaʊntəbl/ | adj. | 1. Responsible for one's actions; liable to be called to account. 2. Obliged to provide an explanation or justification. |
1. 负有责任的；应作解释的 2. 有责任的；有义务的 |
| 6 | mirage | /mɪˈrɑːʒ/ | n. | 1. An optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions. 2. An illusion or wishful thinking; something unreal. |
1. 海市蜃楼；幻象 2. 妄想；幻想；不切实际的想法 |
| 7 | underwrite | /ˌʌndəˈraɪt/ | v. | 1. To agree to finance or support a venture or project. 2. To sign and accept liability on an insurance policy or security. |
1. 承保；为……提供资金 2. 承保；认购（证券） |
| 8 | tactful | /ˈtæktfl/ | adj. | 1. Having or showing sensitivity in dealing with others. 2. Having a keen sense of what is appropriate without causing offense. |
1. 机智的；圆通的 2. 得体的；圆滑的 |
| 9 | crescent | /ˈkresnt/ | n./adj. | 1. A curved shape like the moon's phases. 2. Growing; increasing; shaped like a crescent. |
1. 新月；月牙；新月形 2. 新月形的；逐渐增大的 |
| 10 | reimburse | /ˌriːɪmˈbɜːs/ | v. | 1. To pay back or compensate someone for expenses incurred. 2. To make repayment for loss or damage. |
1. 偿还；报销 2. 补偿；赔偿 |
| 11 | node | /nəʊd/ | n. | 1. A point where lines, branches, or paths meet. 2. A lump or swelling; a knot; a central point in a network. |
1. 节点；节（点） 2. 瘤；结节；中心点 |
| 12 | barrage | /ˈbærɑːʒ/ | n. | 1. A concentrated artillery bombardment. 2. A continuous and overwhelming attack (verbal or physical). |
1. 弹幕；炮火 2. 连珠炮似的发问；接二连三的打击 |
| 13 | buoyancy | /ˈbɔɪənsi/ | n. | 1. The ability to float. 2. The upward force exerted on an object immersed in a fluid. 3. Cheerfulness; resilience. |
1. 浮力 2. （液体或气体的）浮力 3. 开朗；乐观；坚韧 |
| 14 | entangle | /ɪnˈtæŋɡl/ | v. | 1. To involve or trap in a confused, complicated, or compromising situation. 2. To twist or knot together. |
1. 使纠缠；卷入（困境） 2. 缠住；使纠结 |
| 15 | harmonize | /ˈhɑːmənaɪz/ | v. | 1. To blend together well; to be in agreement. 2. To make compatible; to adjust or adapt to match. |
1. 协调；和谐 2. 使协调；使一致 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | emissary | /ˈemɪsəri/ | n. | 1. A person sent by a government or leader to represent them on a mission. 2. A representative or messenger. |
1. 使者；特使 2. 代表；信使 |
| 2 | concentric | /kɒnˈsentrɪk/ | adj. | 1. Having a common center; used to describe circles or spheres. 2. Sharing the same axis or focus. |
1. 同心的；同中心的 2. 共轴的；同焦点的 |
| 3 | authoritarian | /əˌθɒrɪˈteəriən/ | adj./n. | 1. Favoring strict obedience to authority over individual freedom. 2. A person who enforces strict authority. |
1. 威权主义的；专制主义的 2. 专制主义者；权威主义者 |
| 4 | brokerage | /ˈbrəʊkərɪdʒ/ | n. | 1. A business that acts as an intermediary in transactions (e.g., stocks, real estate). 2. The fee or commission charged by a broker. |
1. 经纪业务；经纪公司 2. 佣金；经纪费 |
| 5 | rut | /rʌt/ | n. | 1. A deep track made by wheels. 2. A fixed, monotonous routine that is hard to escape. |
1. 车辙；凹槽 2. （一成不变的）常规；老套路 |
| 6 | bombard | /bɒmˈbɑːd/ | v. | 1. To attack with bombs or missiles. 2. To assail persistently (with questions, criticism, etc.). |
1. 轰炸；炮击 2. （用问题、批评等）不断攻击；连珠炮似的提问 |
| 7 | carbohydrate | /ˌkɑːbəʊˈhaɪdreɪt/ | n. | 1. An organic compound that includes sugars, starch, and cellulose. 2. A main source of energy in food. |
1. 碳水化合物；糖类 2. （食物中的）碳水化合物 |
| 8 | dated | /ˈdeɪtɪd/ | adj. | 1. Out of fashion; no longer current. 2. Looking old-fashioned. |
1. 过时的；陈旧的 2. 老式的；过时的 |
| 9 | patter | /ˈpætər/ | v./n. | 1. To make quick, light tapping sounds. 2. A rapid, meaningless talk; chatter. 3. The sound of quick, light steps. |
1. 发出轻快的拍打声；啪嗒啪嗒地跑 2. 喋喋不休；快速含糊的话 3. 轻拍声；嗒嗒声 |
| 10 | heathen | /ˈhiːθən/ | n./adj. | 1. A person who does not belong to a widely held religion. 2. Uncivilized; pagan. |
1. 异教徒；不信教的人 2. 未开化的；异教的 |
| 11 | balk | /bɔːk/ | v./n. | 1. To hesitate or refuse to proceed due to unwillingness. 2. To block or thwart; an obstacle. |
1. 犹豫；不愿进行；畏缩不前 2. 阻碍；阻止；挫折；障碍 |
| 12 | censor | /ˈsensər/ | v./n. | 1. To examine and suppress parts of books, films, etc. considered objectionable. 2. An official who examines material to suppress content. |
1. 审查；删改 2. 审查员；检查员 |
| 13 | sagacious | /səˈɡeɪʃəs/ | adj. | 1. Showing good judgment; wise. 2. Insightful and discerning. |
1. 睿智的；精明的 2. 有洞察力的；明智的 |
| 14 | negate | /nɪˈɡeɪt/ | v. | 1. To make something invalid or void. 2. To deny the existence or truth of something. |
1. 否定；否认 2. 使无效；取消 |
| 15 | metaphysical | /ˌmetəˈfɪzɪkl/ | adj. | 1. Relating to the nature of reality and existence. 2. Highly abstract or theoretical. 3. Relating to a style of 17th-century poetry using unusual imagery. |
1. 形而上学的；玄学的 2. 抽象的；深奥的 3. 玄学派诗歌的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | caste | /kɑːst/ | noun | Each of the hereditary classes of Hindu society; a rigid social hierarchy. | 种姓制度；（排他的）社会等级 |
| 2 | regeneration | /rɪˌdʒenəˈreɪʃn/ | noun | 1. The action or process of regenerating or being regenerated. 2. (Biology) The regrowth of a damaged or missing organ or tissue. |
1. 再生；重建 2.（生物）再生 |
| 3 | pivotal | /ˈpɪvətl/ | adj | Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something. | 关键的；核心的；中枢的 |
| 4 | transmute | /trænzˈmjuːt/ | verb | To change in form, nature, or substance. | 使变形；使演变；（炼金术）使变质 |
| 5 | paralysis | /pəˈræləsɪs/ | noun | 1. The loss of the ability to move (and sometimes to feel) in part of the body. 2. Inability to act or function in a normal way. |
1. 瘫痪；麻痹 2. 停顿；无力状态 |
| 6 | doleful | /ˈdəʊlfl/ | adj | Expressing sorrow; mournful. | 悲哀的；忧郁的 |
| 7 | dowry | /ˈdaʊri/ | noun | Property or money brought by a bride to her husband on their marriage. | 嫁妆；天资 |
| 8 | gag | /ɡæɡ/ | noun verb |
1. A piece of cloth put in or over a person's mouth to prevent them from speaking. 2. A joke or a funny story. |
1. 塞口物；钳制言论 2. 恶作剧；插科打诨 |
| 9 | scuffle | /ˈskʌfl/ | noun verb |
A short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. | 扭打；混战；拖着脚走 |
| 10 | lubricant | /ˈluːbrɪkənt/ | noun adj |
A substance, such as oil or grease, used for minimizing friction. | 润滑剂；润滑的 |
| 11 | austere | /ɔːˈstɪə(r)/ | adj | 1. Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance. 2. (Of a living condition) extremely plain and simple. |
1. 严厉的；简朴的 2.（生活）艰苦的；朴素的 |
| 12 | miscarriage | /ˌmɪsˈkærɪdʒ/ | noun | 1. The spontaneous expulsion of a fetus from the womb before it is able to survive. 2. An unsuccessful outcome of something planned. |
1. 流产 2. 失败；误审（miscarriage of justice） |
| 13 | entreat | /ɪnˈtriːt/ | verb | To ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something. | 恳求；乞求 |
| 14 | eccentricity | /ˌeksenˈtrɪsəti/ | noun | 1. The quality of being unconventional and slightly strange. 2. (Geometry) A measure of how much a conic section deviates from being circular. |
1. 古怪；怪癖 2.（几何）离心率 |
| 15 | inanimate | /ɪnˈænɪmət/ | adj | Not alive, especially not in the manner of animals and humans. | 无生命的；无生气的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | fallible | /ˈfæləbl/ | adj | Capable of making mistakes or being erroneous. | 易犯错的；不可靠的 |
| 2 | dissension | /dɪˈsenʃn/ | noun | Disagreement that leads to discord. | 纠纷；内讧；异议 |
| 3 | erudite | /ˈerudaɪt/ | adj | Having or showing great knowledge or learning. | 博学的；学问精深的 |
| 4 | horrid | /ˈhɒrɪd/ | adj | 1. Causing horror. 2. Very unpleasant or disagreeable. |
1. 可怕的 2. 讨厌的；无礼的 |
| 5 | congenial | /kənˈdʒiːniəl/ | adj | 1. (Of a person) pleasant because of a personality similar to one's own. 2. (Of a thing) suited to one's needs. |
1. 志趣相投的 2. 意气相投的；相宜的 |
| 6 | scurry | /ˈskʌri/ | verb noun |
1. To move hurriedly with short quick steps. 2. A situation of hurried and confused movement. |
1. 疾跑；急赶 2. 急跑；短距离奔跑 |
| 7 | shoddy | /ˈʃɒdi/ | adj | 1. Badly made or done. 2. Lacking moral principle; dishonest. |
1. 做工粗制滥造的 2. 卑鄙的；不正经的 |
| 8 | temporal | /ˈtempərəl/ | adj | 1. Relating to worldly as opposed to spiritual affairs. 2. Relating to time. |
1. 世俗的；暂时的 2. 时间的 |
| 9 | chivalry | /ˈʃɪvəlri/ | noun | 1. The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code. 2. Courteous behavior, especially that of a man toward women. |
1. 骑士制度 2. 骑士精神；（对女性的）彬彬有礼 |
| 10 | hairdo | /ˈheədʊ/ | noun | The way in which a person's hair is styled. | 发型；发式 |
| 11 | pedestal | /ˈpedɪstl/ | noun | The base or support on which a statue, obelisk, or column is mounted. | 基座；底座 |
| 12 | repugnant | /rɪˈpʌɡnənt/ | adj | Extremely distasteful; unacceptable. | 令人厌恶的；矛盾的 |
| 13 | incite | /ɪnˈsaɪt/ | verb | To encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior). | 煽动；激励 |
| 14 | repression | /rɪˈpreʃn/ | noun | 1. The action of subduing someone by force. 2. The restraint or inhibition of feelings. |
1. 镇压；抑制 2.（心理）压抑 |
| 15 | sleek | /sliːk/ | adj | 1. (Of hair, fur, or skin) smooth and glossy. 2. (Of a vehicle) having an elegant, streamlined shape. |
1. 光滑的；有光泽的 2.（汽车等）线条流畅的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | hiatus | /haɪˈeɪtəs/ | noun | A pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process. | 间断；缝隙；停滞 |
| 2 | forsake | /fəˈseɪk/ | verb | 1. To abandon or leave someone or something. 2. To give up or renounce. |
1. 遗弃；抛弃 2. 放弃；断绝 |
| 3 | decipher | /dɪˈsaɪfə(r)/ | verb | 1. To convert a code or cipher into normal language. 2. To succeed in understanding or interpreting something. |
1. 破译（密码） 2. 辨认；解释 |
| 4 | frantic | /ˈfræntɪk/ | adj | 1. Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion. 2. Conducted in a hurried and excited way. |
1. 疯狂的；狂乱的 2. 匆忙混乱的 |
| 5 | vengeance | /ˈvendʒəns/ | noun | Punishment inflicted or retribution exacted for an injury or wrong. | 复仇；报复 |
| 6 | scrutinize | /ˈskruːtənaɪz/ | verb | To examine or inspect closely and thoroughly. | 详细检查；细阅 |
| 7 | genteel | /dʒenˈtiːl/ | adj | Polite, refined, or respectable, often in an affected or ostentatious way. | 彬彬有礼的；文雅的；有教养的 |
| 8 | condom | /ˈkɒndəm/ | noun | A thin rubber sheath worn on the penis during sexual intercourse as a contraceptive or to prevent infection. | 避孕套；安全套 |
| 9 | purge | /pɜːdʒ/ | verb noun |
1. To rid of an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition. 2. To remove a group of people from an organization in an abrupt way. |
1. 清除；净化 2.（政党、组织等）整肃；清洗 |
| 10 | infantry | /ˈɪnfəntri/ | noun | Soldiers marching or fighting on foot. | 步兵（团） |
| 11 | erasure | /ɪˈreɪʒə(r)/ | noun | The removal of writing, recorded material, or data. | 抹除；擦除；消磁 |
| 12 | exasperate | /ɪɡˈzæspəreɪt/ | verb | To irritate and frustrate someone intensely. | 激怒；使恼火 |
| 13 | reprisal | /rɪˈpraɪzl/ | noun | An act of retaliation. | 报复；（武力）补偿性报复 |
| 14 | dune | /djuːn/ | noun | A mound or ridge of sand or other loose sediment formed by the wind. | 沙丘 |
| 15 | mane | /meɪn/ | noun | A growth of long hair on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal. | （狮、马等的）鬃毛 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | heirloom | /ˈeəluːm/ | n. | 1. A valuable object or money passed down through generations of a family. 2. An item of inheritance; a family treasure. |
1. 传家宝；家传物 2. 继承物；家族遗物 |
| 2 | squalor | /ˈskwɒlər/ | n. | 1. Extremely dirty and unpleasant living conditions. 2. Filth; dirtiness; the state of being squalid. |
1. 肮脏；污秽 2. 邋遢；恶劣的环境 |
| 3 | juncture | /ˈdʒʌŋktʃər/ | n. | 1. A critical point in time or a state of affairs. 2. A point of joining or connection; a joint. |
1. 关键时刻；紧要关头 2. 连接处；接合点 |
| 4 | pensioner | /ˈpenʃənər/ | n. | 1. A person who receives a pension, typically due to retirement. 2. A person living on a fixed income from the state or an organization. |
1. 领取养老金者；退休人员 2. 靠抚恤金生活的人 |
| 5 | empiricism | /ɪmˈpɪrɪsɪzəm/ | n. | 1. The theory that all knowledge is derived from sense-experience. 2. The practice of relying on observation and experiment, especially in scientific fields. |
1. 经验主义；经验论 2. 经验法则；实证方法 |
| 6 | incendiary | /ɪnˈsendiəri/ | adj./n. | 1. Designed to cause fires or explode, as a weapon. 2. Designed to provoke passions or conflict; inflammatory. 3. A person or thing that ignites conflict. |
1. 燃烧的；纵火的（武器） 2. 煽动性的；引起骚乱的 3. 煽动者；引火物 |
| 7 | forerunner | /ˈfɔːrʌnər/ | n. | 1. A person or thing that came before and is a precursor. 2. A person or thing that indicates or announces what will come; a harbinger. |
1. 先驱；前辈 2. 预兆；前兆 |
| 8 | dusky | /ˈdʌski/ | adj. | 1. Dark; shadowy. 2. Somewhat dark in color; dim. |
1. 昏暗的；幽暗的 2. 深色的；微暗的 |
| 9 | influx | /ˈɪnflʌks/ | n. | 1. An arrival of a large number of people or things. 2. A constant flow into a place; an infusion. |
1. 大量涌入；流入 2. 注入；流入物 |
| 10 | safari | /səˈfɑːri/ | n. | 1. A hunting or sightseeing expedition, especially in Africa. 2. A journey or tour. |
1. （尤指在非洲的）狩猎旅行；游猎 2. 远征；旅行 |
| 11 | heady | /ˈhedi/ | adj. | 1. Exciting or exhilarating; thrilling. 2. Having a strong, pervasive effect; intoxicating. |
1. 令人兴奋的；使人陶醉的 2. 强烈的；易使人醉的 |
| 12 | offensive | /əˈfensɪv/ | adj./n. | 1. Causing offense; insulting. 2. Relating to attack or aggression. 3. A military attack or campaign. |
1. 冒犯的；攻击性的 2. 进攻性的；攻势的 3. 攻势；进攻 |
| 13 | intestinal | /ɪnˈtestɪnl/ | adj. | 1. Relating to the intestines. 2. Of or involving the gut. |
1. 肠的；肠道的 2. 内脏的；与肠道有关的 |
| 14 | heinous | /ˈheɪnəs/ | adj. | 1. Shockingly wicked or vile. 2. Gravely reprehensible; utterly odious. |
1. 极可恨的；极凶恶的 2. 极恶毒的；令人发指的 |
| 15 | regularity | /ˌreɡjuˈlærəti/ | n. | 1. The quality of occurring at even intervals. 2. The state of being regular, orderly, or consistent. |
1. 规律性；规则性 2. 整齐；规律性；一致性 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | operational | /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənl/ | adj. | 1. Relating to the functioning or activities of an organization. 2. In working order; ready for use. |
1. 操作的；运营的 2. 可运转的；投入使用的 |
| 2 | ungainly | /ʌnˈɡeɪnli/ | adj. | 1. Clumsy and awkward in movement. 2. Lacking grace; not easily managed. |
1. 笨拙的；不灵活的 2. 难处理的；不雅的 |
| 3 | ferret | /ˈferɪt/ | v./n. | 1. To search for something persistently. 2. A small, agile mammal used for hunting. |
1. 搜寻；搜出 2. 雪貂 |
| 4 | pernicious | /pəˈnɪʃəs/ | adj. | 1. Having a harmful effect. 2. Causing great harm or damage; deadly. |
1. 有害的；恶性的 2. 致命的；毁灭性的 |
| 5 | boost | /buːst/ | v./n. | 1. To lift or push up. 2. An increase or improvement. |
1. 提高；促进；推动 2. 提高；增长；推动 |
| 6 | commensurate | /kəˈmenʃərət/ | adj. | 1. Corresponding in size or degree. 2. Proportionate; matching appropriately. |
1. 相称的；相当的 2. 成比例的；相称的 |
| 7 | allude | /əˈluːd/ | v. | 1. To mention something indirectly. 2. To refer to something without explicitly stating. |
1. 间接提到；暗指 2. 暗指；提及 |
| 8 | extol | /ɪkˈstəʊl/ | v. | 1. To praise enthusiastically. 2. To glorify or exalt. |
1. 赞扬；颂扬 2. 赞美；推崇 |
| 9 | homogeneous | /ˌhɒməˈdʒiːniəs/ | adj. | 1. Consisting of the same kind. 2. Uniform; having no variation. |
1. 同种的；同类的 2. 均匀的；一致的 |
| 10 | complementary | /ˌkɒmplɪˈmentri/ | adj. | 1. Combining to form a complete whole. 2. Serving to enhance or complete each other. |
1. 互补的；补充的 2. 相互补充的 |
| 11 | treatise | /ˈtriːtɪz/ | n. | 1. A formal, systematic written work on a subject. 2. An essay that examines a topic in depth. |
1. 论文；专著 2. 专题论文；论述 |
| 12 | forceps | /ˈfɔːseps/ | n. | 1. A medical instrument for grasping or holding. 2. A pair of pincers or tongs. |
1. 镊子；产钳 2. 钳子；镊子 |
| 13 | bumper | /ˈbʌmpər/ | n./adj. | 1. A protective bar on a vehicle. 2. Unusually large; abundant. |
1. 保险杠；减震器 2. 巨大的；丰盛的 |
| 14 | iterate | /ˈɪtəreɪt/ | v. | 1. To repeat a statement or process. 2. To do or say again. |
1. 重复；反复说 2. 迭代；重申 |
| 15 | interface | /ˈɪntəfeɪs/ | n./v. | 1. A point where two systems interact. 2. To interact or connect. |
1. 界面；接口；接触面 2. 连接；相互作用 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | proliferation | /prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃn/ | n. | 1. Rapid increase or spread. 2. The process of growing or multiplying rapidly. |
1. 激增；扩散 2. 增殖；繁殖 |
| 2 | grumpy | /ˈɡrʌmpi/ | adj. | 1. Bad-tempered; irritable. 2. Characterized by a sullen, discontented mood. |
1. 脾气坏的；易怒的 2. 性情乖戾的；脾气暴躁的 |
| 3 | incur | /ɪnˈkɜːr/ | v. | 1. To become subject to (something unwelcome). 2. To acquire or meet with (a liability, cost, or debt). |
1. 招致；惹起 2. 遭遇；承担 |
| 4 | watery | /ˈwɔːtəri/ | adj. | 1. Containing too much water; thin and weak. 2. Resembling water in thinness or clarity. |
1. 水的；含水多的；稀薄的 2. 水汪汪的；像水的 |
| 5 | innate | /ɪˈneɪt/ | adj. | 1. Inborn; naturally present. 2. Inherent; existing as an essential characteristic. |
1. 天生的；先天的 2. 固有的；与生俱来的 |
| 6 | patronize | /ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/ | v. | 1. To be a regular customer of (a business). 2. To treat with a condescending, superior attitude. |
1. 光顾；常去 2. 以恩人态度对待；屈尊俯就 |
| 7 | repressive | /rɪˈpresɪv/ | adj. | 1. Characterized by severe restriction. 2. Serving to suppress, restrain, or inhibit. |
1. 镇压的；压制的 2. 压抑的；约束的 |
| 8 | meek | /miːk/ | adj. | 1. Mild and submissive; docile. 2. Lacking spirit or courage; overly patient. |
1. 温顺的；驯服的 2. 逆来顺受的；缺乏勇气的 |
| 9 | humdrum | /ˈhʌmdrʌm/ | adj. | 1. Lacking excitement or variety; monotonous. 2. Dull; tedious. |
1. 单调的；乏味的 2. 平淡无奇的；令人厌倦的 |
| 10 | banjo | /ˈbændʒəʊ/ | n. | 1. A stringed musical instrument with a long neck and a circular body. 2. An object resembling this instrument. |
1. 班卓琴 2. 类似班卓琴的物体 |
| 11 | intimacy | /ˈɪntɪməsi/ | n. | 1. Close familiarity or friendship. 2. A close, affectionate relationship, especially of a physical or sexual nature. |
1. 亲密；密切 2. （尤指性）亲密关系 |
| 12 | formative | /ˈfɔːmətɪv/ | adj. | 1. Serving to form or shape; influential in development. 2. Relating to the period of development and formation. |
1. 塑造性的；影响发展的 2. 形成期的；发展期的 |
| 13 | inoffensive | /ˌɪnəˈfensɪv/ | adj. | 1. Causing no harm or offense. 2. Not causing resentment; innocuous. |
1. 无害的；不冒犯人的 2. 不惹人讨厌的；平淡无奇的 |
| 14 | claimant | /ˈkleɪmənt/ | n. | 1. A person who makes a claim to an asset or right. 2. A person who asserts a right or claim. |
1. 申请人；索赔人 2. 主张者；要求者 |
| 15 | stint | /stɪnt/ | v./n. | 1. To limit or restrict supply. 2. A fixed period of work; a restriction. |
1. 限制；吝啬地给予 2. 工作期限；定额；限制 |
| Index | Word | Pronunciation | Parts of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | hypodermic | /ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːmɪk/ | adj./n. | 1. Relating to the area just below the skin. 2. A needle and syringe used for injection. |
1. 皮下的；皮下组织的 2. 皮下注射器 |
| 2 | taciturn | /ˈtæsɪtɜːn/ | adj. | 1. Habitually reserved in speech; saying little. 2. Not given to talking; reticent. |
1. 沉默寡言的；言语简短的 2. 寡言的；不爱说话的 |
| 3 | trek | /trek/ | v./n. | 1. A long, arduous journey, especially on foot. 2. To make such a journey. |
1. 长途跋涉；艰难旅程 2. 长途跋涉；徒步旅行 |
| 4 | whimsical | /ˈwɪmzɪkl/ | adj. | 1. Playfully quaint or fanciful. 2. Governed by sudden, unpredictable changes of mood or idea. |
1. 异想天开的；奇思妙想的 2. 反复无常的；任性的 |
| 5 | inquisitive | /ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv/ | adj. | 1. Curious; eager to learn or know. 2. Unduly curious; prying. |
1. 好问的；好学的 2. 过分好奇的；爱打听的 |
| 6 | backfire | /ˈbækfaɪər/ | v./n. | 1. To have the opposite of the intended effect. 2. A misfire in an engine; a fire that spreads backwards. |
1. 产生事与愿违的结果；适得其反 2. （引擎的）逆火；后火 |
| 7 | leeway | /ˈliːweɪ/ | n. | 1. Freedom to act or change within limits. 2. The sideways drift of a vessel due to wind. |
1. 余地；回旋空间 2. （船的）风压差；偏航 |
| 8 | RAM | /ræm/ | n. | 1. Random-Access Memory (computer memory). 2. A male sheep; a battering ram. |
1. 随机存取存储器（内存） 2. 公羊；撞击锤 |
| 9 | hidebound | /ˈhaɪdbaʊnd/ | adj. | 1. Clinging to outdated ideas. 2. Narrow-minded and inflexible. |
1. 思想僵化的；守旧的 2. 顽固的；迂腐的 |
| 10 | irk | /ɜːk/ | v. | 1. To irritate; to annoy. 2. To bother; to vex. |
1. 使烦恼；激怒 2. 使恼怒；使不耐烦 |
| 11 | quadrilateral | /ˌkwɒdrɪˈlætərəl/ | n./adj. | 1. A geometric figure with four sides. 2. Having four sides. |
1. 四边形 2. 四边的；四边形的 |
| 12 | shun | /ʃʌn/ | v. | 1. To keep away from deliberately. 2. To avoid and reject. |
1. 避开；避免 2. 回避；躲开 |
| 13 | indisposed | /ˌɪndɪˈspəʊzd/ | adj. | 1. Mildly ill; feeling unwell. 2. Reluctant; unwilling. |
1. 不舒服的；微病的 2. 不情愿的；厌恶的 |
| 14 | clandestine | /klænˈdestɪn/ | adj. | 1. Kept secret for illicit purposes. 2. Surreptitious; hidden. |
1. 秘密的；保密的（常指非法目的） 2. 私下的；隐蔽的 |
| 15 | premium | /ˈpriːmiəm/ | n./adj. | 1. A bonus; a reward; a payment for insurance. 2. Of superior quality; extra value. |
1. 奖金；奖励；保险费 2. 优质的；高级的；溢价的 |
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