| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | telling | /ˈtelɪŋ/ | adj | Having a striking or revealing effect; significant or effective. | 有力的；显著的；能说明问题的；生动的 |
| 2 | incarnate | /ɪnˈkɑːrnət/ /ɪnˈkɑːrneɪt/ |
adj verb |
Embodied in flesh; given a concrete or human form; to represent a philosophy or abstract value in concrete form. | 化身的；人形化的；体现；使具体化 |
| 3 | snigger | /ˈsnɪɡər/ | noun verb |
A smothered or half-suppressed laugh; to laugh in a half-suppressed, often disrespectful manner. | 窃笑 ；暗笑；吃吃地笑 |
| 4 | depository | /dɪˈpɑːzətɔːri/ | noun | A place where things are stored for safekeeping. | 储藏处；仓库；存放处 |
| 5 | erratic | /ɪˈrætɪk/ | adj | Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable. | 不稳定的；古怪的；飘忽不定的；无规律的 |
| 6 | repine | /rɪˈpaɪn/ | verb | To feel or express discontent; fret or complain. | 抱怨；发牢骚 ；不满足 |
| 7 | sham | /ʃæm/ | noun adj verb |
A thing that is not what it is purported to be; bogus or false; to falsely present or pretend. | 骗局；伪制品 ；虚假的；假的；伪装；假装 |
| 8 | equitable | /ˈekwɪtəbl/ | adj | Fair and impartial; dealing fairly and equally with all concerned. | 公平的 ；公正的 ；合理的 |
| 9 | frivolity | /frɪˈvɑːləti/ | noun | Lack of seriousness; lighthearted or silly behavior. | 轻浮 ；草率；无聊的事物 |
| 10 | cram | /kræm/ | verb | To completely fill something to overflowing; to study intensively over a short period just before an examination. | 塞满；挤进；（考前）临时抱佛脚 ；死记硬背 |
| 11 | pang | /pæŋ/ | noun | A sudden sharp pain or painful emotion. | 一阵剧痛 ；（精神上的）阵痛/苦闷 |
| 12 | transfuse | /trænsˈfjuːz/ | verb | To transfer (fluid, especially blood) into a vein or artery; to instill or instill something into another container or medium. | 输血；输液；渗透；灌输 |
| 13 | mediate | /ˈmiːdieɪt/ | verb | To intervene between people in a dispute in order to bring about an agreement; to act as an intermediary channel. | 调解 ；斡旋；居中传达/作为媒介 |
| 14 | mileometer | /maɪˈlɑːmɪtər/ | noun | An instrument on a vehicle for recording the number of miles traveled (also known as an odometer). | 里程表；里程计 |
| 15 | likeness | /ˈlaɪknəs/ | noun | The fact or quality of being alike; a portrait or representation of a person. | 相似；相像 ；肖像 ；画像 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | multitude | /ˈmʌltɪtjuːd/ | noun | A large number of people or things; a large gathering of people. | 多数；大量；群众；人群 |
| 2 | dishonor | /dɪsˈɒnə(r)/ | noun verb |
A state of shame or disgrace; to bring shame upon or refuse to accept or pay (such as a check). | 耻辱 ；丢脸；使丢脸；（金融）拒付（支票等） |
| 3 | ranger | /ˈreɪndʒə(r)/ | noun | A keeper of a park, forest, or countryside area; a member of a body of armed personnel. | 护林员；园林管理员；突击队员；游骑兵 |
| 4 | celestial | /səˈlestʃl/ | adj | Positioned in or relating to the sky, or outer space as observed in astronomy. | 天空的 ；天体的；天国的 |
| 5 | clot | /klɒt/ | noun verb |
A thick, coherent mass of a liquid, especially blood; to semi-solidify into a thick mass. | 凝块；血块；（使）凝结成块 |
| 6 | infantile | /ˈɪnfəntaɪl/ | adj | Of or occurring among babies or very young children; childish or immature. | 婴儿的；幼儿期的；幼稚的；极不成熟的 |
| 7 | humus | /ˈhjuːməs/ | noun | The organic component of soil, formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material by soil microorganisms. | 腐殖质 |
| 8 | endanger | /ɪnˈdeɪndʒə(r)/ | verb | To put (someone or something) at risk or in danger. | 危及；使遭到危险 |
| 9 | magnitude | /ˈmʌɡnɪtjuːd/ | noun | The great size or extent of something; numerical size or quantitative value assigned to a property. | 巨大 ；规模；重要性；（物理/数学）数量；量级 |
| 10 | amicable | /ˈæmɪkəbl/ | adj | (Of relations between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor. | 友好的 ；和睦的 ；心平气和的 |
| 11 | encase | /ɪnˈkeɪs/ | verb | To enclose or close in entirely in or as if in a case. | 把……装入箱内；包住 ；围绕 |
| 12 | divisive | /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/ | adj | Tending to cause disagreement or hostility between people or groups. | 导致分裂的；造成不和的；引起争议的 |
| 13 | swine | /swaɪn/ | noun | A pig; a person regarded with contempt or disgust. | 猪；卑劣的人；下流坯 |
| 14 | chauvinism | /ˈʃəʊvɪnɪzəm/ | noun | Exaggerated or aggressive patriotism; excessive or prejudiced loyalty or support for one's own cause, group, or sex. | 盲目的爱国主义；沙文主义 ；狂热排他主义 |
| 15 | showy | /ˈʃəʊi/ | adj | Having an appearance which is trailing attention and brightly colored or conspicuous; flamboyant. | 鲜艳的；招摇的；炫耀的；浮华的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | stallion | /ˈstæliən/ | noun | An uncastrated adult male horse, especially one used for breeding. | 种公马；成年雄马 |
| 2 | extraterrestrial | /ˌekstrətəˈrestriəl/ | adj noun |
Of or from outside the earth or its atmosphere; a hypothetical or fictional being from another world. | 地球外的 ；外星的；外星人 |
| 3 | plight | /plaɪt/ | noun | A dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation. | 苦境；困境 ；誓约 |
| 4 | glacial | /ˈɡleɪʃl/ | adj | Relating to, resulting from, or denoting the presence or agency of ice or glaciers; extremely slow (like the movement of a glacier). | 冰川的；冰河时代的；极其缓慢的 |
| 5 | furrow | /ˈfʌrəʊ/ | noun verb |
A long narrow trench made in the ground by a plow; a deeply wrinkled line on a person's face; to make a rut or groove. | 犁沟；（面部的）皱纹；犁田；皱（眉） |
| 6 | outweigh | /ˌaʊtˈweɪ/ | verb | To be greater or more significant than something else. | 比……更重要；超过；重于 |
| 7 | drone | /drəʊn/ | noun verb |
1. A low continuous humming sound; a continuous musical note. 2. An unmanned aircraft operated by remote control. 3. To speak tediously in a dull, monotonous tone. |
1. 嗡嗡声；轰鸣声 2. 无人驾驶飞机；无人机 3. 单调低沉地漫谈 |
| 8 | bay | /beɪ/ | noun verb |
1. A broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward. 2. A compartment or alcove partitioned off for a specific purpose. 3. (Of a dog) to bark or howl loudly. |
1. 海湾 2.（建筑/设备）隔间；货位；（电脑）驱动器托架 3.（猎犬）咆哮；大声吠叫 |
| 9 | eavesdrop | /ˈiːvzdrɒp/ | verb | To secretly listen to a conversation. | 偷听；窃听 |
| 10 | probation | /prəˈbeɪʃn/ | noun | The release of an offender from detention, subject to a period of good behavior under supervision; a testing period of a new employee or student. | 缓刑（期）；（员工/学生的）试用期；见习期 |
| 11 | elemental | /ˌelɪˈmentl/ | adj | Primary or basic; relating to or characteristic of the forces of nature. | 基本的 ；初级的；自然力的；狂暴的 |
| 12 | susceptible | /səˈseptəbl/ | adj | Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing. | 易受影响的；脆弱的；易受摆布的 |
| 13 | rigorous | /ˈrɪɡərəs/ | adj | Extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate; strictly applied or adhered to. | 严密的；严格的；严谨的 |
| 14 | holocaust | /ˈhɒləkɔːst/ | noun | Destruction or slaughter on a mass scale, especially caused by fire or nuclear war (capitalized: the mass murder of Jews under the Nazi regime). | 大屠杀 ；毁灭 ；浩劫（特指火灾/核战带来的惨重毁灭） |
| 15 | devious | /ˈdiːviəs/ | adj | Showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals; departing from the most direct way; circuitous. | 迂回的；弯曲的；不坦率的；狡猾的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | swagger | /ˈswæɡə(r)/ | verb noun |
To walk or behave in a very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive way. | 大摇大摆地走；神气活现；傲慢的态度 |
| 2 | sterilize | /ˈsterəlaɪz/ | verb | 1. To make something free from bacteria or other living microorganisms. 2. To deprive a person or animal of the ability to produce offspring. |
1. 杀菌；消毒 2. 使绝育 |
| 3 | Baroque | /bəˈrɒk/ | adj noun |
Relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of European art, music, and architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. | 巴洛克风格的；华丽复杂的；巴洛克风格/时期 |
| 4 | implant | /ɪmˈplɑːnt/ | verb noun |
To insert or fix (something) firmly in a person's body, especially by surgery; something implanted. | 植入；灌输；移植物；植入物 |
| 5 | specter | /ˈspektə(r)/ | noun | A ghost; something widely feared as a possible unpleasant or dangerous occurrence. | 幽灵；鬼魂；（对恐惧/不祥之事的）阴影/惊恐 |
| 6 | hypertension | /ˌhaɪpəˈtenʃn/ | noun | Abnormally high blood pressure. | 高血压 |
| 7 | genesis | /ˈdʒenəsɪs/ | noun | The origin or mode of formation of something. | 起源；发生；开端 |
| 8 | rookie | /ˈrʊki/ | noun | A new recruit, especially in the army or police force; a member of a sports team in their first season. | 新兵；菜鸟；新手 |
| 9 | impetus | /ˈɪmpɪtəs/ | noun | The force or energy with which a body moves; a driving force or motivation. | 动力；冲力；促进；推动力 |
| 10 | howler | /ˈhaʊlə(r)/ | noun | A stupid or glaring mistake, especially an amusing one; a monkey known for its loud cries. | （尤指引人发笑的）愚蠢错误/低级错误；吼猴 |
| 11 | hierarchical | /ˌhaɪəˈrɑːkɪkl/ | adj | Arranged in order of rank or organizational layers. | 分层的；等级制的；按级别划分的 |
| 12 | discernible | /dɪˈsɜːnəbl/ | adj | Able to be discerned; perceptible or recognizable. | 可辨别出的；看得清的；可觉察的 |
| 13 | melodrama | /ˈmelədrɑːmə/ | noun | A sensational dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting events intended to appeal to the emotions. | 情节剧；通俗剧；夸张的言行/闹剧 |
| 14 | jingle | /ˈdʒɪŋɡl/ | noun verb |
A light ringing sound such as that made by metal objects touching; a short slogan or tune used in advertising. | 叮当声；（广告中引人易记的）短词/顺口溜；发出叮当声 |
| 15 | wry | /raɪ/ | adj | Using or expressing dry, especially mocking, humor; (Of a person's face or features) twisted into an expression of disgust or annoyance. | （脸部肌肉）扭曲的；啼笑皆非的；讽刺的；挖苦的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ongoing | /ˈɒnɡəʊɪŋ/ | adj | Continuing; still in progress or development. | 进行中的；持续的；不间断的 |
| 2 | virulent | /ˈvɪrʊlənt/ | adj | 1. (Of a disease or poison) extremely severe or harmful in its effects. 2. Bitterly hostile or malicious. |
1. 剧毒的；致命的；恶性的 2. 充满敌意的；恶毒的 |
| 3 | lavish | /ˈlævɪʃ/ | adj verb |
Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious; to bestow something in generous or extravagant quantities. | 奢华的；大方的；慷慨的；挥霍；大肆分赠 |
| 4 | squalid | /ˈskwɒlɪd/ | adj | (Of a place) extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect; sordid. | 肮脏的；破旧的；龌龊的；卑劣的 |
| 5 | chimpanzee | /ˌtʃɪmpænˈziː/ | noun | A great ape with large ears and mainly black hair, found in central and western Africa, closely related to humans. | 黑猩猩 |
| 6 | headdress | /ˈheddres/ | noun | An ornamental covering or band for the head, typically worn on ceremonial occasions. | 头饰；（具有特定仪式、宗教含义的）头巾/冠冕 |
| 7 | dub | /dʌb/ | verb | 1. To give an unofficial name or nickname to. 2. To provide a film or television program with a soundtrack in a different language. |
1. 把……戏称为；授以称号 2.（影视）配音；译配 |
| 8 | gruff | /ɡrʌf/ | adj | (Of a voice) rough and low in pitch; abrupt or taciturn in manner. | （声音）粗哑的；生硬的；板着面孔的 |
| 9 | notification | /ˌnəʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ | noun | The action of notifying someone or something; a formal notice, announcement, or alert. | 通知；通告；（软件）通知消息/提示 |
| 10 | annuity | /əˈnjuːəti/ | noun | A fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life; a form of long-term investment. | 年金；定期还款 |
| 11 | punitive | /ˈpjuːnətɪv/ | adj | Inflicting or intended as punishment; (Of taxes or fees) extremely severe. | 惩罚性的；刑罚的；（税收等）严厉的/极其沉重的 |
| 12 | quaver | /ˈkweɪvə(r)/ | verb noun |
(Of a person's voice) shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion. | （声音）颤抖；发颤音；颤音 |
| 13 | dank | /dæŋk/ | adj | Disagreeably damp, musty, and typically cold. | 阴冷潮湿的；潮湿发霉的 |
| 14 | bipartisan | /ˌbaɪpɑːtɪˈzæn/ | adj | Involving the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies. | 双支柱的；两党合作的；得到两党支持的 |
| 15 | hazel | /ˈheɪzl/ | noun adj |
A temperate shrub or small tree that bears edible nuts; a greenish-brown color, especially associated with eyes. | 榛树；榛子；淡褐色的（尤指眼睛颜色） |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | gauge | /ɡeɪdʒ/ | noun verb |
An instrument or device for measuring the magnitude, amount, or contents of something; to estimate or determine. | 测量仪表；规格；标准；评估；测定 |
| 2 | flimsy | /ˈflɪmzi/ | adj | Comparatively light and insubstantial; easily damaged, broken, or unconvincing. | 脆弱的；薄弱的；不结实的；没有说服力的 |
| 3 | incontrovertible | /ˌɪnkɒntrəˈvɜːtəbl/ | adj | Not able to be denied or disputed; absolutely certain. | 无可辩驳的；不容置疑的；确凿的 |
| 4 | sheaf | /ʃiːf/ | noun | A bundle of grain stalks laid lengthwise and tied together; a bundle of papers or objects held together. | 一束（麦秆/纸张）；一捆 |
| 5 | ecstasy | /ˈekstəsi/ | noun | An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or joyful excitement. | 狂喜；入迷 |
| 6 | insanity | /ɪnˈsænəti/ | noun | The state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality. | 精神错乱；疯狂；极度愚蠢的行为 |
| 7 | evocative | /ɪˈvɒkətɪv/ | adj | Bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind. | 唤起记忆的；引起共鸣的；唤起感情的 |
| 8 | mope | /məʊp/ | verb noun |
To dejectedly wander around or listlessly brood over a disappointment; a person given to dreary moods. | 垂头丧气；闷闷不乐；忧郁的人 |
| 9 | quarantine | /ˈkwɒrəntiːn/ | noun verb |
A state, period, or place of isolation in which creatures or materials that have arrived from elsewhere or been exposed to infectious disease are placed. | 隔离区；检疫期；（使）隔离 |
| 10 | buff | /bʌf/ | noun verb adj |
1. A person who is enthusiastically knowledgeable about a particular subject. 2. To polish or shine a surface. 3. A yellowish-beige color. |
1. 爱好者；迷 2. 擦亮；抛光 3. 浅黄褐色的 |
| 11 | cede | /siːd/ | verb | To give up power or territory; to yield or transfer control to another party. | 割让；让给；放弃（权利） |
| 12 | henpecked | /ˈhenpekt/ | adj | (Of a man) continually criticized and dominated by his wife or female partner. | 惧内的；怕老婆的 |
| 13 | sinew | /ˈsɪnjuː/ | noun | A piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone; a tendon; the parts of a structure that provide strength and stability. | 腱；肌腱；力量的源泉；支柱 |
| 14 | managerial | /ˌmænəˈdʒɪəriəl/ | adj | Relating to management or managers, especially within a corporate hierarchy. | 管理上的；经营上的；经理级的 |
| 15 | hoax | /həʊks/ | noun verb |
A humorous or malicious deception; a practical joke; to trick or deceive someone. | 骗局；恶作剧；欺骗；愚弄 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | emaciated | /ɪˈmeɪʃieɪtɪd/ | adj | Abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food. | 消瘦的；憔悴的 ；极其瘦弱的 |
| 2 | indemnity | /ɪnˈdemnəti/ | noun | Security or protection against a loss or other financial burden; security against legal responsibility. | 赔偿；保障；补偿金；免责 |
| 3 | elated | /ɪˈleɪtɪd/ | adj | Ecstatically happy. | 兴高采烈的；大喜的 |
| 4 | ultasonic | /ˌʌltrəˈsɒnɪk/ | adj | Involving or utilizing sound waves with a frequency above the upper limit of human hearing. | 超声的；超声波的 |
| 5 | epitomize | /ɪˈpɪtəmaɪz/ | verb | To be a perfect example of (a quality or type). | 成为……的缩影；体现；作为典型 |
| 6 | fissure | /ˈfɪʃə(r)/ | noun verb |
A long, narrow opening or line of breakage made by cracking or splitting, especially in rock or earth. | 裂缝；裂隙；（使）裂开 |
| 7 | plumb | /plʌm/ | verb adv noun |
1. To measure the depth of water. 2. To explore or experience to the full. 3. Exactly; precisely. |
1. 测量……的深度 2. 彻底探索/了解 3. 正确地；垂直地；铅锤 |
| 8 | Halloween | /ˌhæləʊˈiːn/ | noun | The night of October 31, the eve of All Saints' Day, commonly celebrated by children dressing up in scary costumes. | 万圣节前夜 |
| 9 | irreversible | /ˌɪrɪˈvɜːsəbl/ | adj | Not able to be undone or altered. | 不可逆的；不可挽回的 |
| 10 | debit | /ˈdebɪt/ | noun verb |
An entry recording an amount owed or spent; to remove wealth from an account. | 借方；借项；记入账户的借方 |
| 11 | fortify | /ˈfɔːtɪfaɪ/ | verb | To strengthen (a place) with defensive works so as to protect it against attack; to invigorate mentally or physically. | 筑防御工事以巩固；加强；增强体质 |
| 12 | evade | /ɪˈveɪd/ | verb | To escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or trickery. | 逃避；规避；逃脱 |
| 13 | defunct | /dɪˈfʌŋkt/ | adj | No longer existing or functioning. | 已故的；不存在的；失效的；死去的 |
| 14 | oversight | /ˈəʊvəsaɪt/ | noun | 1. An unintentional failure to notice or do something. 2. The state of supervising or monitoring something. |
1. 疏忽；失察 2. 监督；监察 |
| 15 | terrain | /təˈreɪn/ | noun | A stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features. | 地形；地势；地域 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | gabble | /ˈɡæbl/ | verb noun |
To talk rapidly and unintelligibly; rapid, unintelligible talk. | 急促而含糊不清地说话；叽里呱啦的话 |
| 2 | unpalatable | /ʌnˈpælətəbl/ | adj | Not pleasant to taste; difficult to tolerate or accept. | 难以下咽的；味道糟糕的；令人不快的；难以接受的 |
| 3 | incredulous | /ɪnˈkredjʊləs/ | adj | (Of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something; skeptical. | 怀着怀疑态度的；不相信的；怀疑的 |
| 4 | festivity | /feˈstɪvəti/ | noun | The activities involved in celebrating a special occasion; festive celebration. | 庆祝活动；欢庆；节日气氛 |
| 5 | raffle | /ˈræfl/ | noun verb |
A lottery in which the prizes are goods rather than money; to offer something as a prize in a raffle. | 抽奖；彩票；以……作奖品抽奖 |
| 6 | slime | /slaɪm/ | noun verb |
A moist, soft, and slippery substance, typically regarded as repulsive. | 黏液；烂泥；在……上涂黏液 |
| 7 | rue | /ruː/ | verb noun |
To bitterly regret (something one has done or allowed to happen). | 对……感到沮丧；后悔；悲伤 |
| 8 | atrocity | /əˈtrɒsəti/ | noun | An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury. | 暴行；残暴行为 |
| 9 | expectant | /ɪkˈspektənt/ | adj | Having or showing an excited feeling that something is about to happen; pregnant. | 期待着的；充满期望的；怀孕的 |
| 10 | slug | /slʌɡ/ | noun verb |
1. A tough, slow-moving terrestrial mollusk without a shell. 2. (Computing) A part of a URL identifying a particular page in human-readable keywords. |
1. 蜗牛；蛞蝓；懒汉 2.（计算机）URL固定链接/别名 |
| 11 | medication | /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃn/ | noun | A substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug. | 药物；药物治疗 |
| 12 | huckster | /ˈhʌkstə(r)/ | noun verb |
A person who sells small items, either door-to-door or from a stall; an aggressive, dishonest salesperson. | 小贩；叫卖商；兜售；（尤指低俗恶劣地）宣传广告 |
| 13 | handsomely | /ˈhænsəmli/ | adv | In a generous or substantial manner; to a significant or striking degree. | 慷慨地；大方地；相当多地；美观地 |
| 14 | sanctify | /ˈsæŋktɪfaɪ/ | verb | To set apart as or declare holy; consecrate; to make legitimate or binding. | 使神圣化；奉献；使合法化；批准 |
| 15 | shirk | /ʃɜːk/ | verb | To avoid or neglect (a duty or responsibility). | 逃避（工作）；推卸（责任） |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | churlish | /ˈtʃɜːlɪʃ/ | adj | Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way; lacking civility or graciousness. | 无礼的；粗鲁的；脾气坏的 |
| 2 | permeate | /ˈpɜːmieɪt/ | verb | To spread throughout (something); to pervade or penetrate every part. | 渗透；弥漫；充满 |
| 3 | repute | /rɪˈpjuːt/ | noun verb |
The state of being highly thought of; reputation; to consider or believe to be. | 名声；名誉；认为；享有……的名声 |
| 4 | lawsuit | /ˈlɔːsuːt/ | noun | A claim or dispute brought to a law court for adjudication. | 诉讼；官司 |
| 5 | totalitarian | /təʊˌtæliˈteəriən/ | adj noun |
Relating to a system of government that is centralized and dictatorial and requires complete subservience to the state. | 极权主义的；专制主义的；极权主义者 |
| 6 | snuff | /snʌf/ | verb noun |
1. To extinguish a candle flame. 2. To inhale or sniff something; powdered tobacco consumed by inhaling through the nostrils. |
1. 掐灭（烛火）；消灭 2. 用鼻吸；鼻烟 |
| 7 | flunk | /flʌŋk/ | verb noun |
To fail an examination, test, or course. | 不及格；考试挂科 |
| 8 | hemlock | /ˈhemlɒk/ | noun | A highly poisonous European plant of the parsley family, with a purple-spotted stem and small white flowers; a poisonous drink made from this. | 毒参；毒芹（亦常指古代欧洲以此植物制作的毒药） |
| 9 | foothold | /ˈfʊthəʊld/ | noun | A secure position from which further progress may be made. | 立足点；据点 |
| 10 | cartridge | /ˈkɑːtrɪdʒ/ | noun | 1. A container holding a quantity of explosive powder and a bullet for a firearm. 2. A removable modular casing containing a device or medium (such as printer ink or data storage). |
1. 弹药筒；弹壳 2. 墨盒；（设备、媒体的）插槽模块/卡带 |
| 11 | muster | /ˈmʌstə(r)/ | verb noun |
To assemble (troops), especially for inspection or in preparation for battle; to collect or gather up (courage or support). | 召集；聚集；鼓起（勇气）；集结队 |
| 12 | unilateral | /ˌjuːniˈlætrəl/ | adj | (Of an action or decision) performed by or affecting only one person, group, or country involved in a situation, without the agreement of another. | 单方面的；片面的；单边的 |
| 13 | encumber | /ɪnˈkʌmbə(r)/ | verb | To restrict or burden (someone or something) in such a way that free action or movement is difficult; to saddle with a debt or mortgage. | 阻碍；妨碍；使承受负担 |
| 14 | upcoming | /ˈʌpkʌmɪŋ/ | adj | Happening or appearing soon. | 即将到来的；未来的 |
| 15 | imprint | /ɪmˈprɪnt/ | verb noun |
To impress or stamp (a mark or outline) on a surface or body; a permanent mark, effect, or psychological impression. | 铭刻；盖印；痕迹；持久的影响印记 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | sentinel | /ˈsentɪnl/ | noun | A soldier or guard whose job is to stand and keep watch; (Computing) a special value used to terminate a loop. | 哨兵；岗哨；（计算机）哨兵值/标记值 |
| 2 | foreboding | /fɔːˈbəʊdɪŋ/ | noun adj |
A feeling that something bad will happen; fearful apprehension. | 不祥的预感；预感；不祥的 |
| 3 | cleavage | /ˈkliːvɪdʒ/ | noun | 1. A sharp division or split between people or groups. 2. The hollow space between a woman's breasts. |
1. 分歧；分裂；割裂 2.（女性衣着暴露出的）乳沟 |
| 4 | penis | /ˈpiːnɪs/ | noun | The male organ of copulation and urination in mammals. | 阴茎 |
| 5 | stuffy | /ˈstʌfi/ | adj | Lacking fresh air or ventilation; conventional, narrow-minded, or boring. | 闷热的；不通风的；古板的；乏味的 |
| 6 | infirmity | /ɪnˈfɜːməti/ | noun | Physical or mental weakness or ailment, especially due to old age. | 虚弱；衰弱；疾病 |
| 7 | liken | /ˈlaɪkən/ | verb | To point out the resemblance of someone or something to another; compare. | 把……比作；相比 |
| 8 | eligible | /ˈelɪdʒəbl/ | adj | Having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions. | 有资格的；合格的；符合条件的 |
| 9 | hibernate | /ˈhaɪbəneɪt/ | verb | (Of an animal) to spend the winter in a dormant state; (Computing) to minimize power by saving state to storage. | 冬眠；蛰伏；（计算机）休眠 |
| 10 | hack | /hæk/ | verb noun |
1. To cut or chop with rough, heavy blows. 2. To gain unauthorized access to data; a clever solution or workaround. |
1. 乱砍；猛劈 2. 黑客行为；非法侵入；巧妙的解决方案 |
| 11 | infest | /ɪnˈfest/ | verb | (Of insects or animals) to be present in large numbers, typically so as to cause damage or disease. | 大批滋生；蔓延；侵扰 |
| 12 | sequel | /ˈsiːkwəl/ | noun | A published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one. | 续集；续作；后果 |
| 13 | reconciliation | /ˌrekənsɪliˈeɪʃn/ | noun | The restoration of friendly relations; (Accounting) the process of making two sets of records agree. | 和解；调和；（会计）对账/对账单机制 |
| 14 | monogamy | /məˈnɒɡəmi/ | noun | The practice or state of being married to, or having a sexual relationship with, only one person at a time. | 一夫一妻制；单配偶制 |
| 15 | bonfire | /ˈbɒnfaɪə(r)/ | noun | A large open-air fire used as part of a celebration or for burning trash. | 营火；篝火 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | bile | /baɪl/ | noun | A bitter greenish-brown alkaline fluid secreted by the liver; anger or irritability. | 胆汁；愤怒；坏脾气 |
| 2 | caprice | /kəˈpriːs/ | noun | A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior. | 反复无常; 任意；怪想 |
| 3 | archetype | /ˈɑːkɪtaɪp/ | noun | A very typical example of a certain person or thing; an original model. | 原型; 典型例子 |
| 4 | discerning | /dɪˈsɜːnɪŋ/ | adj | Having or showing good judgment and sharp insight. | 有眼光的；有洞察力的；敏锐的 |
| 5 | reputable | /ˈrepjətəbl/ | adj | Having a good reputation; respected and trusted. | 声誉好的；受尊敬 Ki 的；可信赖的 |
| 6 | fruition | /fruˈɪʃn/ | noun | The point at which a plan or project is realized or bears fruit. | 实现；完成；结果实 |
| 7 | decry | /dɪˈkraɪ/ | verb | To publicly denounce or express strong disapproval of. | 谴责；大声反对；蔑视 |
| 8 | trinket | /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/ | noun | A small ornament or item of jewelry that is of little value. | 小装饰品；不值钱的小玩意儿 |
| 9 | skid | /skɪd/ | noun verb |
An unexpected slide, typically by a vehicle sideways; to slide out of control. | 打滑；刹车；下滑 |
| 10 | brunt | /brʌnt/ | noun | The chief impact or main force of an unwelcome blow or attack. | 主要冲力；矛头；承受最重打击 |
| 11 | segregate | /ˈseɡrɪɡeɪt/ | verb | To isolate or divide one group of people or things from others. | 隔离；分离；使分开 |
| 12 | pickle | /ˈpɪkl/ | noun verb |
A vegetable (typically a cucumber) preserved in vinegar or brine; a difficult situation. | 泡菜；腌菜；困境 |
| 13 | mumble | /ˈmʌmbl/ | verb noun |
To say something indistinctly, quietly, or under one's breath. | 含糊地说；咕哝 |
| 14 | nucleus | /ˈnjuːkliəs/ | noun | The central and most important part of an object, movement, or group, forming the basis for its activity and growth. | 核心；细胞核；原子核 |
| 15 | astrology | /əˈstrɒlədʒi/ | noun | The study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs. | 占星术；占星学 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | farce | /fɑːs/ | noun | A comic dramatic work using buffoonery and horseplay; an absurd event. | 滑稽剧；闹剧；荒唐的事 |
| 2 | servitude | /ˈsɜːvɪtjuːd/ | noun | The state of being a slave or completely subject to someone more powerful. | 奴役；奴隶状态；束缚 |
| 3 | bequest | /rɪˈkwest/ | noun | A legacy; something left to someone in a will. | 遗产；遗赠 |
| 4 | megaphone | /ˈmeɡəfəʊn/ | noun | A large cone-shaped device for amplifying and directing the voice. | 扩音器；大喇叭 |
| 5 | larynx | /ˈlærɪŋks/ | noun | The hollow muscular organ forming an air passage to the lungs and holding the vocal cords; the voice box. | 喉；喉头 |
| 6 | tanner | /ˈtænə(r)/ | noun | A person who tans skins, hides, or pelts to produce leather. | 制革工人；制革场主 |
| 7 | itinerant | /aɪˈtɪnərənt/ | adj noun |
Traveling from place to place, especially for work. | 巡回的；流动的；巡回者 |
| 8 | ignition | /ɪɡˈnɪʃn/ | noun | The action of setting something on fire or starting to burn; the mechanism for starting an engine. | 点火；点火装置；着火 |
| 9 | fallacy | /ˈfæləsi/ | noun | A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument; a failure in reasoning. | 谬误；谬论；虚假性 |
| 10 | shapely | /ˈʃeɪpli/ | adj | Having a pleasing or attractive shape or outline. | 匀称的；外形美观的 |
| 11 | hub | /hʌb/ | noun | The effective center of an activity, region, or network; the central part of a wheel. | 中心；枢纽；（网络）集线器 |
| 12 | suggestive | /səˈdʒestɪv/ | adj | Tending to suggest an idea; making people think of sexual matters. | 暗示性的；引起联想的；挑逗的 |
| 13 | sexism | /ˈseksɪzəm/ | noun | Prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex. | 性别歧视 |
| 14 | didactic | /daɪˈdæktɪv/ | adj | Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive. | 教诲的；说教的；说教式的 |
| 15 | vertebrate | /ˈvɜːtɪbrət/ | noun adj |
An animal of a large group distinguished by the possession of a backbone or spinal column. | 脊椎动物；有脊椎的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | handiwork | /ˈhændiwɜːk/ | noun | Something that one has made or done by hand, or through one's own personal actions. | 手工制品；手艺；手工做出的事 |
| 2 | intern | /ˈɪntɜːn/ | noun verb |
1. A student or trainee who works, sometimes without pay, to gain work experience. 2. To confine someone as a prisoner, especially for military or political reasons. |
1. 实习生 2. 拘留；软禁 |
| 3 | exaltation | /ˌeɡzɔːlˈteɪʃn/ | noun | A feeling or state of extreme happiness, exhilaration, or pride; the action of elevating someone in rank or power. | 狂喜；兴奋；提高；晋升 |
| 4 | roach | /rəʊtʃ/ | noun | 1. A cockroach. 2. A common freshwater fish of the carp family. |
1. 蟑螂 2. 欧鳊（一种淡水鱼） |
| 5 | sedative | /ˈsedətɪv/ | noun adj |
A drug taken for its calming or sleep-inducing effect; promoting calm or inducing sleep. | 镇静剂；安定药；镇静的 |
| 6 | venomous | /ˈvenəməs/ | adj | (Of an animal, especially a snake) secreting venom; capable of injecting venom by means of a bite or sting; full of malice or spite. | 有毒的；分泌毒液的；恶毒的 |
| 7 | monumental | /ˌmɒnjuˈmentl/ | adj | Great in importance, extent, or size; serving as or resembling a monument. | 不朽的；巨大的；纪念碑式的 |
| 8 | imagery | /ˈɪmɪdʒəri/ | noun | Visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work; visual images collectively. | 意象；形象化描述；图像 |
| 9 | intrusive | /ɪnˈtruːsɪv/ | adj | Causing disruption or annoyance through being unwelcome or uninvited. | 侵入的；打扰的；内含的 |
| 10 | categorical | /ˌkætəˈɡɒrɪkl/ | adj | Unambiguously explicit and direct; absolute and unconditional. | 绝对的；明确的；分类的 |
| 11 | repress | /rɪˈpres/ | verb | To subdue someone or something by force; to restrain or prevent the expression of a feeling or impulse. | 镇压；压抑；抑制 |
| 12 | grotesque | /ɡrəʊˈtesk/ | adj noun |
Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted; an incongruous or shocking image or style. | 怪诞的；古怪的；丑陋的 |
| 13 | valor | /ˈvælə(r)/ | noun | Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle. | 英勇；勇猛；刚勇 |
| 14 | decoy | /ˈdiːkɔɪ/ | noun verb |
A bird or mammal, or an imitation of one, used by hunters to attract other birds or creatures; a person or thing used to mislead; to lure. | 诱饵；圈套；引诱 |
| 15 | affinity | /əˈfɪnəti/ | noun | A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something; a similarity of characteristics suggesting a relationship. | 密切关系；吸引力；亲和力 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | devoid | /dɪˈvɔɪd/ | adj | Entirely lacking or free from. | 缺乏的；全无的 |
| 2 | hedonism | /ˈhiːdənɪzəm/ | noun | The pursuit of pleasure; the ethical theory that pleasure is the highest good. | 享乐主义 |
| 3 | nymph | /nɪmf/ | noun | 1. A mythological spirit of nature imagined as a beautiful maiden. 2. An immature form of an insect. |
1. 宁芙；仙女 2.（昆虫的）幼虫/若虫 |
| 4 | banter | /ˈbæntə(r)/ | noun verb |
The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks. | 打趣；开玩笑；幽默的谈话 |
| 5 | draught | /drɑːft/ | noun | 1. (British) A current of cool air in a room. 2. A serving of a drink poured from a cask or keg (draft). |
1.（英）穿堂风；通风 2. 汲取；桶装啤酒 |
| 6 | ornate | /ɔːˈneɪt/ | adj | Made in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns. | 华丽的；装饰华丽的；绚丽的 |
| 7 | protocol | /ˈprəʊtəkɒl/ | noun | 1. An official system of rules or procedure. 2. (Computing) A standardized set of rules for data transmission. |
1. 礼仪；外交礼节 2.（计算机）协议 |
| 8 | benign | /bɪˈnaɪn/ | adj | 1. Gentle and kindly. 2. (Medicine) Not malignant; self-limiting or harmless. |
1. 慈祥的；和蔼的 2.（医学）良性的 |
| 9 | posture | /ˈpɒstʃə(r)/ | noun verb |
The position in which someone holds their body; a particular approach or attitude. | 姿势；姿态；态度 |
| 10 | scuba | /ˈskuːbə/ | noun | An apparatus used for swimming underwater, consisting of a portable cylinder of compressed air. | 水肺；水下呼吸器 |
| 11 | appease | /əˈpiːz/ | verb | To pacify or placate someone by acceding to their demands. | 安抚；平息；姑息 |
| 12 | chic | /ʃiːk/ | adj noun |
Elegantly and stylishly fashionable. | 时髦的；别致的；高雅的 |
| 13 | blob | /blɒb/ | noun | 1. An indeterminate roundish mass or shape. 2. (Computing) Binary Large Object (BLOB), a collection of binary data stored as a single entity. |
1. 一团；小块 2.（计算机）二进制大对象 |
| 14 | methane | /ˈmiːθeɪn/ | noun | A colorless, odorless flammable gas which is the main constituent of natural gas ($CH_4$). | 甲烷；沼气 |
| 15 | nonchalant | /ˈnɒnʃələnt/ | adj | Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned. | 冷淡的；漠不关心的；若无其事的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | coverage | /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/ | noun | 1. The treatment of an issue by the media. 2. The amount of protection given by an insurance policy or the extent of a system. |
1. 新闻报道 2. 覆盖范围；保险项目 |
| 2 | seductive | /sɪˈdʌktɪv/ | adj | Tempting and attractive; enticing. | 诱人的；有魅力的；性感迷人的 |
| 3 | scavenger | /ˈskævɪndʒə(r)/ | noun | An animal that feeds on carrion, dead plant material, or refuse; a person who searches for and collects discarded items. | 食腐动物；捡荒者；拾荒者 |
| 4 | physique | /fɪˈziːk/ | noun | The form, size, and development of a person's body. | 体格；体形 |
| 5 | implacable | /ɪmˈplækəbl/ | adj | Unable to be placated, appeased, or stopped; relentless. | 无法平息的；难和解的；无情的 |
| 6 | abbreviate | /əˈbriːvieɪt/ | verb | To shorten (a word, phrase, or text). | 缩写；使……简短 |
| 7 | intoxicate | /ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪt/ | verb | To cause (someone) to lose control of their faculties or behavior due to alcohol or a drug; to excite greatly. | 使陶醉；使喝醉；使狂喜 |
| 8 | vestige | /ˈvestɪdʒ/ | noun | A trace of something that is disappearing or no longer exists. | 遗迹；残余；痕迹 |
| 9 | flounder | /ˈflaʊndə(r)/ | verb noun |
1. To struggle or stagger clumsily in mud or water; to struggle mentally. 2. A small flatfish used for food. |
1. 挣扎；错乱地说话/行动 2. 比目鱼 |
| 10 | sobriety | /səˈbraɪəti/ | noun | The state of being sober; seriousness or solemnity. | 清醒；戒酒；严肃 |
| 11 | scholarly | /ˈskɒləli/ | adj | Involving or relating to serious academic study. | 学术性的；博学的；有学问的 |
| 12 | dupe | /djuːp/ | verb noun |
To deceive or trick; a victim of deception. | 欺骗；愚弄；上当受骗的人 |
| 13 | epigram | /ˈepɪɡræm/ | noun | A pithy saying or remark expressing an idea in a clever and amusing way. | 警句；讽刺短诗；格言 |
| 14 | tenor | /ˈtenə(r)/ | noun | 1. The general meaning, sense, or clinical tone of something. 2. A singing voice between countertenor and baritone. |
1. 大意；要旨 2. 男高音 |
| 15 | soliloquy | /səˈlɪləkwi/ | noun | An act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself, especially by a character in a play. | 独白；自言自语 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | afloat | /əˈfləʊt/ | adj | Floating in water; stay out of debt or regular difficulty. | 漂浮的；能维持下去的；不负债的 |
| 2 | perimeter | /pəˈrɪmɪtə(r)/ | noun | The continuous line forming the boundary of a closed geometric figure. | 周长；周边；边缘 |
| 3 | forage | /ˈfɒrɪdʒ/ | verb noun |
To search widely for food or provisions. | 搜寻（食物/饲料）；翻寻 |
| 4 | embroil | /ɪmˈbrɔɪl/ | verb | To involve (someone) deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation. | 卷入（纠纷）；使陷入 |
| 5 | feud | /fjuːd/ | noun verb |
A prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute. | 世仇；长期不和；宿怨 |
| 6 | avid | /ˈævɪd/ | adj | Having or showing a keen interest in or enthusiasm for something. | 热心的；酷爱的；渴望的 |
| 7 | alchemy | /ˈælkəmi/ | noun | The medieval forerunner of chemistry, concerned with attempts to transmute base metals into gold. | 炼金术；魔力 |
| 8 | renown | /rɪˈnaʊn/ | noun | The condition of being known or talked about by many people; fame. | 声誉；名望；有名 |
| 9 | guise | /ɡaɪz/ | noun | An external form, appearance, or manner of presentation, typically concealing the true nature of something. | 伪装；外表；装束 |
| 10 | articulate | /ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪt/ | adj verb |
Having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently; to express an idea clearly. | 善于表达的；清晰地表达 |
| 11 | infidelity | /ˌɪnfɪˈdeləti/ | noun | The action or state of being unfaithful to a spouse or sexual partner. | 不忠；通奸；不信正教 |
| 12 | bingo | /ˈbɪŋɡəʊ/ | noun exclam |
A game in which players mark off numbers on cards as the numbers are drawn randomly; an expression used to announce a sudden success. | 宾果游戏；因成功而兴奋的欢呼声 |
| 13 | deface | /dɪˈfeɪs/ | verb | To spoil the surface or appearance of (something), textually or physically. | 损伤外观；丑化；涂抹（字迹） |
| 14 | perpetrate | /ˈpɜːpətreɪt/ | verb | To carry out or commit (a harmful, illegal, or immoral action). | 犯（罪）；做（坏事） |
| 15 | perturb | /pəˈtɜːb/ | verb | To make (someone) anxious or unsettled; (Physics) to alter the normal state or path of a system. | 使焦虑；打乱；（物理）使扰动 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | sap | /sæp/ | noun verb |
1. The fluid which circulates in the vascular system of a plant. 2. To gradually weaken or destroy (a person's strength or confidence). |
1. 液；汁液 2. 消耗；削弱；使疲惫 |
| 2 | epitaph | /ˈepɪtɑːf/ | noun | A phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone. | 墓志铭；碑文 |
| 3 | visage | /ˈvɪzɪdʒ/ | noun | A person's face, with reference to the form or proportions of the features. | 脸；面貌；容貌 |
| 4 | aroma | /əˈrəʊmə/ | noun | A distinctive, typically pleasant smell. | 芳香；香味 |
| 5 | notwithstanding | /ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/ | prep adv |
In spite of; despite. | 虽然；尽管 |
| 6 | replica | /ˈreplɪkə/ | noun | An exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale. | 复制品；模型 |
| 7 | fateful | /ˈfeɪtfʊl/ | adj | Having far-reaching and typically disastrous consequences or implications. | 重大的；决定命运的；毁灭性的 |
| 8 | amass | /əˈmæs/ | verb | To gather together or accumulate (a large amount or number of valuable material or things) over a period of time. | 积聚；堆积 |
| 9 | allure | /əˈljʊə(r)/ | noun verb |
The quality of being powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating. | 诱惑力；魅力；引诱 |
| 10 | mound | /maʊnd/ | noun | A heaped pile of earth, gravel, sand, rocks, or debris. | 土墩；小丘；堆 |
| 11 | impair | /ɪmˈpeə(r)/ | verb | To weaken or damage something (especially a human faculty or function). | 损害；削弱；减少 |
| 12 | agile | /ˈædʒaɪl/ | adj | 1. Able to move quickly and easily. 2. Relating to a method of project management characterized by the division of tasks into short phases of work. |
1. 敏捷的；灵活的 2.（项目管理）敏捷开发的 |
| 13 | equinox | /ˈekwɪnɒks/ | noun | The time or date (twice each year) at which the sun crosses the celestial equator, when day and night are of approximately equal length. | 昼夜平分点；春分或秋分 |
| 14 | stag | /stæɡ/ | noun adj |
A male deer; (Socially) attending a function without a female companion. | 雄鹿；不带女伴的人（的） |
| 15 | affable | /ˈæfəbl/ | adj | Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to. | 和蔼可亲的；友善的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | spatial | /ˈspeɪʃl/ | adj | Relating to or occupying space. | 空间的；三维的 |
| 2 | vogue | /vəʊɡ/ | noun adj |
The prevailing fashion or style at a particular time. | 时尚；流行 |
| 3 | lug | /lʌɡ/ | verb noun |
To carry or drag (a heavy or bulky object) with great effort. | 用力拖拉；吃力地携带 |
| 4 | poplar | /ˈpɒplə(r)/ | noun | A tall, fast-growing tree of north temperate regions, widely grown in shelter belts and for timber and pulp. | 杨树 |
| 5 | caress | /kəˈres/ | verb noun |
To touch or stroke gently or lovingly. | 爱抚；抚摸 |
| 6 | finely | /ˈfaɪnli/ | adv | 1. To a high degree of excellence. 2. Into very small particles. |
1. 精细地；非常地 2. 细微地 |
| 7 | abreast | /əˈbrest/ | adv | 1. Side by side and facing the same way. 2. Up to date with the latest news or information. |
1. 并肩地；并排地 2. 跟上（时代）；了解（最新情况） |
| 8 | disjointed | /dɪsˈdʒɔɪntɪd/ | adj | Lacking a coherent sequence or connection. | 脱节的；不连贯的 |
| 9 | centralize | /ˈsentrəlaɪz/ | verb | To concentrate (control of an activity or organization) under a single authority. | 使集中；把……集中于中央 |
| 10 | invulnerable | /ɪnˈvʌlnərəbl/ | adj | Impossible to harm or damage. | 刀枪不入的；不会受伤害的 |
| 11 | terse | /tɜːs/ | adj | Sparing in the use of words; abrupt. | 简洁的；简短的；扼要的 |
| 12 | replenish | /rɪˈplenɪʃ/ | verb | To fill something up again; to restore to a former level or condition. | 补充；装满 |
| 13 | egocentric | /ˌiːɡəʊˈsentrɪk/ | adj | Thinking only of oneself, without regard for the feelings or desires of others; self-centered. | 以自我为中心的；利己的 |
| 14 | agitate | /ˈædʒɪteɪt/ | verb | 1. To make (someone) troubled or nervous. 2. To stir or disturb (a liquid) briskly. |
1. 使焦虑；使激动 2. 摇动；煽动 |
| 15 | versatility | /ˌvɜːsəˈtɪləti/ | noun | Ability to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities. | 多功能性；通晓多门学问；多才多艺 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | hanker | /ˈhæŋkə(r)/ | verb | To feel a strong desire for or to do something. | 渴望；向往 |
| 2 | battalion | /bəˈtæliən/ | noun | A military unit, typically consisting of 300 to 1,000 soldiers. | 大军；营；（比喻）群体 |
| 3 | tawdry | /ˈtɔːdri/ | adj | Showy but cheap and of poor quality; sordid or unpleasant. | 俗丽的；廉价的；猥琐的 |
| 4 | artifact | /ˈɑːtɪfækt/ | noun | An object made by a human being, typically one of cultural or historical interest. | 手工艺品；文物；（软件）制品 |
| 5 | improvise | /ˈɪmprəvaɪz/ | verb | To create and perform (music, drama, or verse) spontaneously without preparation. | 即兴创作；临时凑成 |
| 6 | docile | /ˈdəʊsaɪl/ | adj | Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive. | 驯服的；温顺的；容易教管的 |
| 7 | tapeworm | /ˈteɪpwɜːm/ | noun | A parasitic flatworm, the adult of which lives in the intestines of humans and other vertebrates. | 绦虫 |
| 8 | escalate | /ˈeskəleɪt/ | verb | To increase rapidly; to become or cause to become more intense or serious. | 升级；恶化；（价格）上涨 |
| 9 | assent | /əˈsent/ | noun verb |
The expression of approval or agreement. | 同意；赞成 |
| 10 | backbreaking | /ˈbækbreɪkɪŋ/ | adj | (Of physical work) extremely arduous and exhausting. | 非常辛苦的；极繁重的 |
| 11 | dire | /ˈdaɪə(r)/ | adj | (Of a situation or event) extremely serious or urgent. | 可怕的；极其严重的；紧急的 |
| 12 | vanquish | /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/ | verb | To defeat thoroughly. | 战胜；征服；克服 |
| 13 | memento | /məˈmentəʊ/ | noun | An object kept as a reminder or souvenir of a person or event. | 纪念品；怀念物 |
| 14 | equivocal | /ɪˈkwɪvəkl/ | adj | Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous. | 模棱两可的；含糊其辞的 |
| 15 | alleviate | /əˈliːvieɪt/ | verb | To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. | 减轻；缓和 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | verse | /vɜːs/ | noun verb |
Writing arranged with a metrical rhythm, typically having a rhyme; a stanza. | 诗；诗节；韵文 |
| 2 | extremity | /ɪkˈstreməti/ | noun | 1. The furthest point or limit of something. 2. (Plural) The hands and feet. |
1. 尽头；极端 2. 手足；肢体 |
| 3 | perceptive | /pəˈseptɪv/ | adj | Having or showing sensitive insight; observant. | 感知的；敏锐的；洞察力强的 |
| 4 | refurbish | /ˌriːˈfɜːbɪʃ/ | verb | To renovate and redecorate (something, especially a building). | 刷新；擦亮；整修 |
| 5 | homestead | /ˈhəʊmsted/ | noun | A person's or family's residence, which comprises the land and buildings. | 家园；田产；农庄 |
| 6 | snooty | /ˈsnuːti/ | adj | Showing disapproval or contempt toward others; snobbish. | 傲慢的；自大的 |
| 7 | transient | /ˈtrænziənt/ | adj noun |
Lasting only for a short time; impermanent. | 短暂的；转瞬即逝的；临时旅客 |
| 8 | loiter | /ˈlɔɪtə(r)/ | verb | To stand or wait around idly or without apparent purpose. | 闲逛；徘徊；虚度（时光） |
| 9 | amenity | /əˈmiːnəti/ | noun | A desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place. | 便利设施；舒适；礼仪 |
| 10 | boon | /buːn/ | noun | A thing that is helpful or beneficial; a blessing. | 恩惠；福利；利益 |
| 11 | binge | /bɪndʒ/ | noun verb |
A period of excessive indulgence in an activity, especially eating or drinking. | 狂欢；放纵；狂闹 |
| 12 | lullaby | /ˈlʌləbaɪ/ | noun | A quiet, gentle song sung to send a child to sleep. | 催眠曲; 摇篮曲 |
| 13 | canopy | /ˈkænəpi/ | noun | An ornamental cloth covering hung or held over something, especially a throne or bed. | 顶篷；华盖；（森林的）林冠 |
| 14 | inflexible | /ɪnˈfleksebl/ | adj | Unwilling to change or compromise; stiff; not able to be bent. | 坚定的；不屈的；僵硬的 |
| 15 | compatriot | /kəmˈpætriət/ | noun | A fellow citizen or national of a country. | 同胞；同国人 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | outcry | /ˈaʊtkraɪ/ | noun | An exclamation or shout; a strong expression of public disapproval or anger. | 呐喊；大声疾呼；强烈的抗议 |
| 2 | atrocious | /əˈtrəʊʃəs/ | adj | Horrifyingly wicked; of a very poor quality; extremely bad or unpleasant. | 残暴的；极其恶劣的；糟透的 |
| 3 | simpleton | /ˈsɪmpltən/ | noun | A person lacking in common sense or intelligence. | 笨蛋；傻子 |
| 4 | extant | /ekˈstænt/ | adj | (Especially of a document) still in existence; surviving. | 现存的；尚在的 |
| 5 | supremacy | /suːˈpreməsi/ | noun | The state or condition of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status. | 至高无上；优势；霸权 |
| 6 | righteous | /ˈraɪtʃəs/ | adj | (Of a person or conduct) morally right or justifiable; virtuous. | 正直的；正义的；公正的 |
| 7 | inveterate | /ɪnˈvetərət/ | adj | Having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change. | 积习难改的；根深蒂固的 |
| 8 | shroud | /ʃraʊd/ | noun verb |
1. A length of cloth in which a dead person is wrapped for burial. 2. A thing that envelops or obscures something. |
1. 裹尸布；寿衣 2. 覆盖物；遮蔽 |
| 9 | thermodynamics | /ˌθɜːməʊdaɪˈnæmɪks/ | noun | The branch of physical science that deals with the relations between heat and other forms of energy. | 热力学 |
| 10 | vat | /væt/ | noun | A large tank or tub used to hold liquid, especially in industry. | 大桶；大盆；（尤指工业用的）大染缸 |
| 11 | hurdle | /ˈhɜːdl/ | noun verb |
1. An upright frame over which athletes jump in a race. 2. A problem or difficulty that must be overcome. |
1. 跨栏；栏架 2. 障碍；困难 |
| 12 | rendition | /renˈdɪʃn/ | noun | A performance or interpretation, especially of a dramatic role or piece of music. | 演唱；表演；（译文的）版本 |
| 13 | surrogate | /ˈsʌrəɡət/ | noun adj |
A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role. | 代理人；代用品；代理的 |
| 14 | compunction | /kəmˈpʌŋkʃn/ | noun | A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad. | 内疚；悔恨；顾虑 |
| 15 | domicile | /ˈdɒmɪsaɪl/ | noun verb |
The country that a person treats as their permanent home, or lives in and has a substantial connection with. | 住所；住宅；定居点 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | conspiracy | /kənˈspɪrəsi/ | noun | A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful. | 阴谋；共谋 |
| 2 | requiem | /ˈrekwiəm/ | noun | A mass for the repose of the souls of the dead; a musical composition for such a mass. | 安魂曲；挽歌 |
| 3 | rapprochement | /ræˈprɒʃmɒ̃/ | noun | (Especially in international relations) an establishment or resumption of harmonious relations. | （尤指国家间）恢复友好关系；和解 |
| 4 | subversive | /səbˈvɜːsɪv/ | adj noun |
Seeking or intended to subvert an established system or institution. | 颠覆性的；破坏性的；颠覆分子 |
| 5 | autopsy | /ˈɔːtɒpsi/ | noun | A post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease. | 尸体解剖；验尸 |
| 6 | fieldwork | /ˈfiːldwɜːk/ | noun | Practical work conducted by a researcher in the natural environment rather than in a laboratory or office. | 野外工作；实地考察 |
| 7 | pageant | /ˈpædʒənt/ | noun | A public entertainment consisting of a procession of people in elaborate, sometimes historical, costumes. | 盛会；露天表演；选美竞赛 |
| 8 | fallacious | /fəˈleɪʃəs/ | adj | Based on a mistaken belief. | 谬误的；欺骗性的 |
| 9 | surly | /ˈsɜːli/ | adj | Bad-tempered and unfriendly. | 脾气坏的；粗鲁的 |
| 10 | reshape | /ˌriːˈʃeɪp/ | verb | To shape or form something differently or again. | 改造；重塑 |
| 11 | transcribe | /trænˈskraɪb/ | verb | 1. To put (thoughts, speech, or data) into written or printed form. 2. To transliterate (a foreign language) into the alphabet of another language. |
1. 誊写；记录 2. 转换；音译 |
| 12 | agitation | /ˌædʒɪˈteɪʃn/ | noun | 1. A state of anxiety or nervous excitement. 2. The action of briskly stirring or disturbing something, especially a liquid. |
1. 焦虑；激动 2. 搅动；煽动 |
| 13 | disconcert | /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːt/ | verb | To disturb the composure of; to unsettle. | 使惊惶；使困惑；打乱 |
| 14 | ensconce | /ɪnˈskɒns/ | verb | To establish or settle (someone) in a comfortable, safe, or secret place. | 安置；安顿；安坐 |
| 15 | nomenclature | /nəˈmenklətʃə(r)/ | noun | The devising or choosing of names for things, especially in a science or other discipline. | 命名法；（集合名词）术语 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | panther | /ˈpænθə(r)/ | noun | A large specialized variant of leopard or jaguar, typically black. | 黑豹；豹 |
| 2 | unforeseen | /ˌʌnfɔːˈsiːn/ | adj | Not anticipated or predicted. | 未预见到的；出乎意料的 |
| 3 | waver | /ˈweɪvə(r)/ | verb | To shake with a quivering motion; to become unsteady or irresolute. | 动摇；犹豫；颤抖 |
| 4 | protocol | /ˈprəʊtəkɒl/ | noun | 1. The official procedure or system of rules governing affairs of state or diplomatic occasions. 2. (Computing) A set of rules governing the exchange or transmission of data. |
1. 礼仪；外交礼节 2.（计算机）协议 |
| 5 | implant | /ɪmˈplɑːnt/ | verb noun |
To insert or fix (tissue or an artificial object) in a person's body, especially by surgery. | 注入；植入；灌输 |
| 6 | resin | /ˈrezɪn/ | noun | A sticky flammable organic substance, insoluble in water, exuded by some trees. | 树脂；松香 |
| 7 | analyst | /ˈænəlɪst/ | noun | A person who examines elementally something in order to explain or interpret it. | 分析师；分解者 |
| 8 | whirlwind | /ˈwɜːlwɪnd/ | noun adj |
1. A column of air moving rapidly around in a cylindrical or funnel shape. 2. Used to describe a very energetic or tumultuous process. |
1. 旋风 2. 旋风般的；急剧的 |
| 9 | carat | /ˈkærət/ | noun | A unit of weight for precious stones and pearls, now equivalent to 200 milligrams. | 克拉 |
| 10 | intercept | /ˌɪntəˈsept/ | verb noun |
1. To obstruct so as to prevent them from continuing to a destination. 2. (Mathematics) The point where a line crosses an axis. |
1. 拦截；截听 2.（数学）截距 |
| 11 | adulterate | /əˈdʌltəreɪt/ | verb | To render (something) poorer in quality by adding another substance, typically an inferior one. | 掺假；通奸的（形容词变体） |
| 12 | nebulous | /ˈnebjələs/ | adj | 1. In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy. 2. (Of a concept or idea) unclear, vague, or ill-defined. |
1. 云雾状的 2. 模糊的；暧昧的 |
| 13 | unruly | /ʌnˈruːli/ | adj | Disorderly and disruptive and not amenable to discipline or control. | 难驾驭的；任性的；不守规矩的 |
| 14 | catalyst | /ˈkætəlɪst/ | noun | 1. A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without itself undergoing any permanent chemical change. 2. A person or thing that precipitates an event. |
1. 催化剂 2. 促成者；引向变化的因素 |
| 15 | bane | /beɪn/ | noun | A cause of great distress or annoyance. | 祸根；灾星；毒药 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | girder | /ˈɡɜːdə(r)/ | noun | A large iron or steel beam or compound structure used for building bridges and the framework of large buildings. | 大梁；钢梁 |
| 2 | agitated | /ˈædʒɪteɪtɪd/ | adj | Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous. | 焦虑的；不安的；激动的 |
| 3 | mash | /mæʃ/ | verb noun |
To crush or smash something to a soft, pulpy state. | 捣碎；弄碎；土豆泥 |
| 4 | benediction | /ˌbenɪˈdɪkʃn/ | noun | The utterance or bestowing of a blessing, especially at the end of a religious service. | 祝福；赐福；祈祷 |
| 5 | banal | /bəˈnɑːl/ | adj | So lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring. | 陈腐的；平庸的；乏味的 |
| 6 | indigestion | /ˌɪndɪˈdʒestʃən/ | noun | Pain or discomfort in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food. | 消化不良 |
| 7 | directive | /dəˈrektɪv/ | noun adj |
An official or authoritative instruction. | 指令；指示；号令 |
| 8 | grip | /ɡrɪp/ | noun verb |
A firm hold; a tight grasp. | 紧握；控制；吸引（注意力） |
| 9 | severity | /sɪˈverəti/ | noun | The fact or condition of being severe (harsh, intense, or strict). | 严重性；严厉；严峻 |
| 10 | denizen | /ˈdenɪzn/ | noun | An inhabitant or occupant of a particular place. | （某地的）居民；常客；动物/植物 |
| 11 | bearing | /ˈbeərɪŋ/ | noun | 1. A person's way of standing or moving. 2. A machine part that allows relative motion between two parts. |
1. 举止；仪态 2. 轴承；方位 |
| 12 | classified | /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/ | adj | 1. Arranged in classes or categories. 2. (Of information) designated as officially secret. |
1. 分类的 2. 绝密的；机密的 |
| 13 | bonnet | /ˈbɒnɪt/ | noun | 1. A woman's or child's hat tied under the chin. 2. (British) The metal lid over the front of a car. |
1. 童帽；系带帽 2.（英）引擎盖 |
| 14 | swap | /swɒp/ | verb noun |
To take part in an exchange of. | 交换；掉换 |
| 15 | amalgamate | /əˈmælɡəmeɪt/ | verb | To combine or unite to form one organization or structure. | 合并；混合；联合 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | pun | /pʌn/ | noun verb |
A joke exploiting the different possible meanings of a word or the fact that there are words which sound alike but have different meanings. | 双关语；俏皮话 |
| 2 | hospice | /ˈhɒspɪs/ | noun | A home providing care for the sick, especially the terminally ill. | 临终安养院；收容所 |
| 3 | revere | /rɪˈvɪə(r)/ | verb | To feel deep respect or admiration for something or someone. | 尊敬；崇敬 |
| 4 | convene | /kənˈviːn/ | verb | To come or bring together for a meeting or activity; to assemble. | 召集；集合；开会 |
| 5 | nipple | /ˈnɪpl/ | noun | 1. The small projection in which the mammary ducts of mammals terminate. 2. A small projection on a machine or tool. |
1. 乳头 2. 奶嘴；（机械上的）接头 |
| 6 | opulent | /ˈɒpjʊlənt/ | adj | Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish. | 豪华的；富裕的；丰饶的 |
| 7 | ewe | /juː/ | noun | A female sheep. | 母羊 |
| 8 | corollary | /kəˈrɒləri/ | noun | A proposition that follows from (and is often appended to) one already proved. | 推论；必然的结果 |
| 9 | laborious | /ləˈbɔːriəs/ | adj | (Especially of a task, process, or journey) requiring considerable effort and time. | 费劲的；勤劳的；艰苦的 |
| 10 | clearance | /ˈklɪərəns/ | noun | 1. The action of removing things that are not wanted. 2. Official authorization for something to proceed. |
1. 清除；清仓 2. 许可；间隙 |
| 11 | rapport | /ræˈpɔː(r)/ | noun | A close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas. | 和谐；友好关系 |
| 12 | daredevil | /ˈdeədevl/ | noun adj |
A reckless person who enjoys doing dangerous things. | 冒失鬼；胆大妄为的人（的） |
| 13 | robust | /rəʊˈbʌst/ | adj | 1. Strong and healthy; vigorous. 2. (Of a system or design) able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions. |
1. 强健的；精力充沛的 2. 鲁棒的；稳健的；坚固的 |
| 14 | coddle | /ˈkɒdl/ | verb | To treat in an indulgent or overprotective way. | 娇养；溺爱；悉心照料 |
| 15 | indoctrinate | /ɪnˈdɒktrɪneɪt/ | verb | To teach a person or group to accept a set of beliefs uncritically. | 灌输（思想）；教导 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | irreverent | /ɪˈrevərənt/ | adj | Showing a lack of proper respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously. | 不敬的；无礼的 |
| 2 | decelerate | /ˌdiːˈseləreɪt/ | verb | To reduce the speed of; to slow down. | 减速 |
| 3 | mollify | /ˈmɒlɪfaɪ/ | verb | To appease the anger or anxiety of someone. | 安抚；平息；缓和 |
| 4 | fraudulent | /ˈfrɔːdjələnt/ | adj | Obtained, done by, or involving deception, especially criminal deception. | 欺诈的；不正当的 |
| 5 | overture | /ˈəʊvətʃʊə(r)/ | noun | 1. An introduction to something more substantial. 2. An orchestral piece at the beginning of an opera. |
1. 序言；建议 2. 序曲 |
| 6 | stratum | /ˈstrɑːtəm/ | noun | 1. A layer or series of layers of rock in the ground. 2. A level or class to which people assigned according to their social status. |
1. 地层 2. 社会阶层 |
| 7 | semblance | /ˈsemləns/ | noun | The outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. | 外表；伪装；相似 |
| 8 | reverie | /ˈrevəri/ | noun | A state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream. | 幻想；白日梦；沉思 |
| 9 | revulsion | /rɪˈvʌlʃn/ | noun | A sense of disgust and loathing. | 厌恶；强烈反感 |
| 10 | fuse | /fjuːz/ | verb noun |
1. To join or blend to form a single entity. 2. A safety device consisting of a strip of wire that melts and breaks an electric circuit if the current exceeds a safe level. |
1. 融合；熔接 2. 保险丝；引信 |
| 11 | deluxe | /dəˈlʌks/ | adj | Luxurious or of a superior kind. | 豪华的；高级的 |
| 12 | blatant | /ˈbleɪtənt/ | adj | (Of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly. | 公然的；明目张胆的 |
| 13 | drape | /dreɪp/ | verb noun |
To arrange loosely or casually on or around something. | 悬挂；披；褶皱 |
| 14 | frenetic | /frəˈnetɪk/ | adj | Fast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way. | 狂乱的；发狂的 |
| 15 | pester | /ˈpestə(r)/ | verb | To trouble or annoy someone with frequent or persistent requests. | 纠缠；烦扰 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | restraint | /rɪˈstreɪnt/ | noun | A measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control. | 克制；束缚；约束力 |
| 2 | gaunt | /ɡɔːnt/ | adj | (Of a person) lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age. | 憔悴的；形容枯槁的 |
| 3 | resilience | /rɪˈzɪliəns/ | noun | 1. The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties. 2. The ability of a substance to spring back into shape. |
1. 韧性；恢复力 2. 弹性 |
| 4 | moat | /məʊt/ | noun | A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle, often filled with water. | 护城河；壕沟 |
| 5 | diehard | /ˈdaɪhɑːd/ | noun adj |
A person who strongly opposes change or who is very loyal to a cause. | 顽固分子；死硬派 |
| 6 | stupor | /ˈstjuːpə(r)/ | noun | A state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility. | 昏迷；恍惚；麻木 |
| 7 | dissipated | /ˈdɪsɪpeɪtɪd/ | adj | 1. (Of a person) overindulging in sensual pleasures. 2. Dispersed or scattered. |
1. 放荡的；沉溺于酒色的 2. 分散的；消散的 |
| 8 | steady | /ˈstedi/ | adj verb |
Firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving. | 稳定的；不变的；使稳固 |
| 9 | accentuate | /əkˈsentʃueɪt/ | verb | To make more noticeable or prominent. | 强调；使更突出 |
| 10 | marquee | /mɑːˈkiː/ | noun | 1. A large tent used for social functions. 2. A roof-like projection over the entrance to a theater or hotel. |
1. 大帐篷 2.（剧院等的）华盖；遮篷 |
| 11 | tarnish | /ˈtɑːnɪʃ/ | verb noun |
1. To lose or cause to lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air. 2. To damage or harm (a reputation). |
1. 使失去光泽；使变暗 2. 玷污；败坏（名誉） |
| 12 | propagate | /ˈprɒpəɡeɪt/ | verb | 1. To breed specimens by natural processes from the parent stock. 2. To spread and promote (an idea or theory) widely. |
1. 繁殖；增殖 2. 传播；宣传 |
| 13 | observance | /əbˈzɜːvəns/ | noun | 1. The action of following a custom, rule, or law. 2. A ceremony or ritual. |
1. 遵守；奉行 2. 仪式；庆祝 |
| 14 | doldrums | /ˈdɒldrəmz/ | noun | 1. A state of stagnation or depression. 2. An equatorial region of the Atlantic Ocean with calms and light winds. |
1. 忧郁；停滞；无生气 2.（赤道）无风带 |
| 15 | insinuate | /ɪnˈsɪnjueɪt/ | verb | To suggest or hint (something bad) in an indirect and unpleasant way. | 暗示；旁敲侧击；含沙射影 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | seedy | /ˈsiːdi/ | adj | 1. Sordid and disreputable. 2. Feeling slightly unwell or tired. |
1. 肮脏的；下流的 2. 身体不适的；破旧的 |
| 2 | horticulture | /ˈhɔːtɪkʌltʃə(r)/ | noun | The art or practice of garden cultivation and management. | 园艺学；园艺 |
| 3 | shrinkage | /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/ | noun | The process of becoming smaller in size or amount. | 收缩；（财物）损耗；缩水 |
| 4 | backfire | /ˌbækˈfaɪə(r)/ | verb | (Of a plan or action) have an opposite and undesirable effect to what was intended. | 产生反作用；适得其反；（引擎）发生逆火 |
| 5 | seduction | /sɪˈdʌkʃn/ | noun | The action of enticing someone to do something, typically of a sexual nature. | 诱惑；引诱；魅力 |
| 6 | prodigal | /ˈprɒdɪɡl/ | adj | Spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant. | 挥霍的；浪子回头的；慷慨的 |
| 7 | hallucination | /həˌluːsɪˈneɪʃn/ | noun | An experience involving the apparent perception of something not present. | 幻觉；幻想 |
| 8 | inimitable | /ɪˈnɪmɪtəbl/ | adj | So good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. | 独特的；无与伦比的 |
| 9 | compromise | /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/ | noun verb |
1. An agreement reached by each side making concessions. 2. To weaken or bring into danger. |
1. 妥协；折中 2. 危害；（安全等）受到威胁 |
| 10 | dictum | /ˈdɪktəm/ | noun | A formal pronouncement from an authoritative source; a short statement that expresses a general truth. | 格言；声明；判决 |
| 11 | adversity | /ədˈvɜːsəti/ | noun | Difficulties; misfortune. | 逆境；厄运；不幸 |
| 12 | acclaim | /əˈkleɪm/ | verb noun |
To praise enthusiastically and publicly. | 欢呼；喝彩；称赞 |
| 13 | psychiatrist | /saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/ | noun | A medical practitioner specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. | 精神科医生 |
| 14 | finicky | /ˈfɪnɪki/ | adj | Showing or requiring great attention to detail; fussy about one's needs or requirements. | 过分讲究的；挑剔的；难讨好的 |
| 15 | ineluctable | /ˌɪnɪˈlʌktəbl/ | adj | Unable to be resisted or avoided; inescapable. | 不可避免的；无法逃避的 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | horoscope | /ˈhɒrəskəʊp/ | noun | A forecast of a person's future, typically based on the relative positions of the stars and planets at the time of their birth. | 占星术；星象；十二宫图 |
| 2 | begrudge | /bɪˈɡrʌdʒ/ | verb | 1. To envy someone the possession or enjoyment of something. 2. To give or allow reluctantly or resentfully. |
1. 嫉妒；眼红 2. 吝啬；不情愿地给 |
| 3 | fluke | /fluːk/ | noun | An unlikely chance occurrence, especially a surprising piece of luck. | 侥幸；意外的成功 |
| 4 | outcast | /ˈaʊtkɑːst/ | noun | A person who has been rejected by society or a social group. | 被排斥的人；流浪者 |
| 5 | anesthesia | /ˌænəsˈθiːziə/ | noun | Insensitivity to pain, especially as artificially induced by the administration of gases or the injection of drugs. | 麻醉；麻木 |
| 6 | distraught | /dɪˈstrɔːt/ | adj | Deeply upset and agitated. | 心烦意乱的；忧心如焚的 |
| 7 | infirm | /ɪnˈfɜːm/ | adj | Not physically or mentally strong, especially through age or illness. | 虚弱的；意志薄弱的 |
| 8 | corroborate | /kəˈrɒbəreɪt/ | verb | To confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding). | 证实；支持（某种说法） |
| 9 | relentless | /rɪˈlentləs/ | adj | 1. Oppressively constant; incessant. 2. Harsh or inflexible. |
1. 持续不断的；不懈的 2. 无情的；冷酷的 |
| 10 | encroach | /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/ | verb | To intrude on (a person's territory or a right) gradually or stealthily. | 侵占；蚕食；超出限制 |
| 11 | lament | /ləˈment/ | noun verb |
A passionate expression of grief or sorrow; to mourn. | 悲叹；哀悼；痛惜 |
| 12 | benchmark | /ˈbentʃmɑːk/ | noun verb |
A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed. | 基准；参照点；（电脑）性能测试 |
| 13 | chaste | /tʃeɪst/ | adj | Abstaining from extramarital, or from all, sexual intercourse; simple and unadorned. | 纯洁的；贞洁的；朴素的 |
| 14 | histrionic | /ˌhɪstriˈɒnɪk/ | adj | Overly theatrical or melodramatic in character or style. | 矫揉造作的；戏剧性的 |
| 15 | scaffold | /ˈskæfəʊld/ | noun | A temporary structure on the outside of a building, made of wooden planks and metal poles. | 脚手架；绞刑台 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | consecrate | /ˈkɒnsɪkreɪt/ | verb | To make or declare something (typically a church) sacred. | 奉为神圣; 供献 |
| 2 | chaplain | /ˈtʃæplɪn/ | noun | A member of the clergy attached to a private chapel, institution, ship, or military unit. | （机构、军队等）牧师; 随军神父 |
| 3 | uncouth | /ʌnˈkuːθ/ | adj | Lacking good manners, refinement, or grace. | 粗俗的; 无教养的; 笨拙的 |
| 4 | buffer | /ˈbʌfə(r)/ | noun verb |
1. A person or thing that reduces a shock or forms a barrier between incompatible things. 2. (Computing) A temporary storage area for data. |
1. 缓冲器; 起缓冲作用的人或物 2. (计算机) 缓冲区 |
| 5 | blurt | /blɜːt/ | verb | To say something suddenly and without careful consideration (usually 'blurt out'). | 脱口而出 |
| 6 | gripe | /ɡraɪp/ | verb noun |
To complain about something in a persistent, irritating way. | 抱怨; 牢骚 |
| 7 | bounty | /ˈbaʊnti/ | noun | 1. A sum paid for killing or capturing a person or animal. 2. Generosity; a generous gift. |
1. 赏金; 奖金 2. 慷慨; 赠款 |
| 8 | hubbub | /ˈhʌbʌb/ | noun | A chaotic noise caused by a crowd of people; a busy, noisy situation. | 喧哗; 嘈杂; 混乱 |
| 9 | extort | /ɪkˈstɔːt/ | verb | To obtain something (especially money) through force, threats, or unfair ingenuity. | 勒索; 敲诈 |
| 10 | insulate | /ˈɪnsjuleɪt/ | verb | 1. To protect by interposing material that prevents the loss of heat or intrusion of sound. 2. To prevent the passage of electricity. |
1. 使隔离; 使隔绝 2. 使绝缘 |
| 11 | disparate | /ˈdɪspərət/ | adj | Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison. | 迥然不同的; 异类的 |
| 12 | conspiracy | /kənˈspɪrəsi/ | noun | A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful. | 阴谋; 反叛; 共谋 |
| 13 | dapper | /ˈdæpə(r)/ | adj | (Of a man) neat and trim in dress and appearance. | （男士）衣冠楚楚的; 短小精悍的 |
| 14 | eulogy | /ˈjuːlədʒi/ | noun | A speech or piece of writing that praises someone highly, typically someone who has just died. | 颂词; 悼词 |
| 15 | migrant | /ˈmaɪɡrənt/ | noun | A person who moves from one place to another, especially in order to find work or better living conditions. | 移民; 候鸟; 迁徙者 |
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | augment | /ɔːɡˈment/ | verb | To make something greater by adding to it; to increase. | 增加；提高；扩张 |
| 2 | fishery | /ˈfɪʃəri/ | noun | A place where fish are reared for commercial purposes; the fishing industry. | 渔场；水产业 |
| 3 | blunder | /ˈblʌndə(r)/ | noun verb |
A stupid or careless mistake. | 大错；失误；犯大错 |
| 4 | vantage | /ˈvɑːntɪdʒ/ | noun | A place or position affording a good view of something. | 优势；有利地位 |
| 5 | solvent | /ˈsɒlvənt/ | adj noun |
1. Having assets in excess of liabilities; able to pay one's debts. 2. A substance that dissolves another. |
1. 有偿付能力的 2. 溶剂 |
| 6 | stow | /stəʊ/ | verb | To pack or store an object tidily in a specified place. | 妥善放置；装载；堆装 |
| 7 | rinse | /rɪns/ | verb noun |
To wash something with clean water to remove soap, dirt, or impurities. | 冲洗；漂洗 |
| 8 | evolutionary | /ˌevəˈluːʃənri/ | adj | Relating to the gradual development of something. | 进化的；演变中的 |
| 9 | requisite | /ˈrekwɪzɪt/ | adj noun |
Made necessary by particular circumstances or regulations. | 必要的；必备的；必需品 |
| 10 | lunge | /lʌndʒ/ | verb noun |
A sudden forward thrust of the body, typically with an arm or a leg. | 刺；扑；（健身）弓步 |
| 11 | rumble | /ˈrʌmbl/ | verb noun |
A continuous deep, resonant sound. | 隆隆声；轰鸣 |
| 12 | revoke | /rɪˈvəʊk/ | verb | To officially cancel a decree, decision, or promise. | 撤销；废除；吊销 |
| 13 | chronology | /krəˈnɒlədʒi/ | noun | The arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence. | 年表；年代学；（事件发生的）顺序 |
| 14 | budge | /bʌdʒ/ | verb | To make or cause to make the slightest movement; to change an opinion. | 微微移动；（使）让步 |
| 15 | deride | /dɪˈraɪd/ | verb | To express contempt for; to ridicule. | 嘲弄；愚弄 |
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