英语背单词 专八词汇 中英对照 2025年07月
2025-07-31
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | treatise | /ˈtriːtɪs/ | n. | 1. a formal and systematic written work on a subject; 2. a detailed discourse or exposition |
论述;专著;论文 |
2 | claimant | /ˈkleɪmənt/ | n. | 1. a person asserting a right or title; 2. one who makes a claim in court or insurance |
索赔人;申请人;权利要求者 |
3 | inoffensive | /ˌɪnəˈfɛnsɪv/ | adj. | 1. not harmful or injurious; 2. unlikely to offend or provoke dislike |
无害的;不冒犯人的;不讨厌的 |
4 | ungainly | /ʌnˈɡeɪnli/ | adj. | 1. awkward or clumsy in movement; 2. not elegant; unwieldy |
笨拙的;难看不雅的;尴尬的 |
5 | complementary | /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntri/ | adj. | 1. completing or enhancing each other; 2. serving to fill out or complete |
互补的;补充的;补足的 |
6 | interface | /ˈɪntərfeɪs/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a point of interaction between systems; 2. (n.) a user screen or control panel; 3. (v.) to connect or coordinate two systems |
界面;接口;联系;连接 |
7 | condom | /ˈkɒndəm/ | n. | 1. a sheath worn over the penis during intercourse; 2. a barrier method of contraception and disease prevention |
避孕套;安全套 |
8 | forceps | /ˈfɔːrseps/ | n. | 1. a pair of pincers for grasping or holding; 2. surgical instrument for seizing tissues or objects |
钳子;手术镊;助产钳 |
9 | offensive | /əˈfɛnsɪv/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) causing displeasure or resentment; 2. (adj.) actively attacking (military); 3. (n.) an attack or aggressive action |
冒犯的;攻击性的;进攻;攻击行动 |
10 | ferret | /ˈfɛrɪt/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a small domesticated mammal used for hunting; 2. (v.) to search out or uncover by diligent investigation |
雪貂;侦查;搜出;查获 |
11 | incendiary | /ɪnˈsɛndiəri/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) of or relating to arson or fire; 2. (adj.) provocative, stirring conflict; 3. (n.) an incendiary bomb or agitator |
放火的;煽动性的;纵火犯;煽动者 |
12 | iterate | /ˈɪtəreɪt/ | v. | 1. to perform or utter repeatedly; 2. to repeat a process in programming or design |
反复;重复执行;迭代(程序) |
13 | forerunner | /ˈfɔːrʌnər/ | n. | 1. a precursor or predecessor; 2. one that indicates the approach of another |
先驱;前兆;前身 |
14 | bumper | /ˈbʌmpər/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a protective grill on a vehicle; 2. (n.) a large or abundant amount; 3. (adj.) unusually large or successful |
保险杠;丰收;大量;丰盛的;特大的 |
15 | pernicious | /pərˈnɪʃəs/ | adj. | 1. having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual way; 2. deadly or destructive |
有害的;恶性的;致命的 |
2025-07-30
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | hidebound | /ˈhaɪdbaʊnd/ | adj. | 1. rigidly conservative or orthodox; 2. unwilling or unable to change because of tradition |
顽固守旧的;迂腐的 |
2 | shun | /ʃʌn/ | v. | 1. to persistently avoid, ignore, or reject; 2. to keep away from (someone or something) deliberately |
回避;避开;排斥 |
3 | humdrum | /ˈhʌmdrʌm/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) lacking variety; monotony; 2. (n.) tedious routine or dullness |
平淡无奇的;单调乏味的;单调;乏味 |
4 | formative | /ˈfɔːrmətɪv/ | adj. | 1. relating to the time when someone or something is growing and developing; 2. serving to form something, especially having a profound influence on development |
形成期的;发展中的;塑造性的 |
5 | homogeneous | /ˌhoʊməˈdʒiːniəs/ | adj. | 1. of the same kind; 2. uniform in composition or character |
同类的;均匀的;同质的 |
6 | proliferation | /prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/ | n. | 1. rapid increase in numbers; 2. the process of spreading or multiplying |
激增;扩散;增殖 |
7 | intimacy | /ˈɪntɪməsi/ | n. | 1. close familiarity or friendship; 2. sexual relations between partners |
亲密;密切关系;性关系 |
8 | extol | /ɪkˈstoʊl/ | v. | 1. to praise enthusiastically; 2. to exalt or glorify |
赞美;颂扬;称赞 |
9 | incur | /ɪnˈkɜːr/ | v. | 1. to become subject to (something unwelcome) as a result of one’s actions; 2. to bring upon oneself |
招致;引起;遭受 |
10 | commensurate | /kəˈmɛnʃərət/ | adj. | 1. corresponding in size or degree; 2. proportional; adequate |
相称的;成比例的;相当的 |
11 | innate | /ɪˈneɪt/ | adj. | 1. inborn; natural; 2. inherent; existing from birth |
天生的;固有的;与生俱来的 |
12 | influx | /ˈɪnflʌks/ | n. | 1. an arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things; 2. the act of flowing in |
涌入;流入;(人或物的)大量到来 |
13 | stint | /stɪnt/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a fixed or limited period of work or effort; 2. (n.) a limit or restriction; 3. (v.) to supply sparingly |
限额;时期;节省;吝惜 |
14 | grumpy | /ˈɡrʌmpi/ | adj. | 1. bad-tempered and irritable; 2. prone to complaining |
脾气坏的;易怒的;爱抱怨的 |
15 | banjo | /ˈbændʒoʊ/ | n. | 1. a stringed musical instrument with a circular body; 2. a five-string banjo; an instrument in folk and country music |
班卓琴;五弦琴;民谣乐器 |
2025-07-29
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | RAM | /ræm/; /ˌɑːrˌeɪˈɛm/ | n.; v.; abbr. | 1. (abbr.) Random Access Memory, computer data storage; 2. (n.) a male sheep; 3. (v.) to strike or push violently |
随机存取存储器;公羊;猛撞;猛击 |
2 | tenuous | /ˈtenjuəs/ | adj. | 1. very thin or flimsy; 2. weak, insubstantial; 3. lacking a sound basis or significance |
稀薄的;脆弱的;站不住脚的 |
3 | backfire | /ˌbækˈfaɪər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to have an effect opposite to what was intended; 2. (v.) (mechanics) to explode in the intake manifold of an engine; 3. (n.) the unintended adverse result |
产生事与愿违的后果;(发动机)返火;副作用 |
4 | watery | /ˈwɔːtəri/ | adj. | 1. consisting of, containing, or resembling water; 2. lacking strength or vividness; 3. eyes filled with tears |
含水的;淡而无味的;含泪的;水汪汪的 |
5 | trek | /trɛk/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a long or arduous journey on foot; 2. (v.) to make such a journey; 3. (v.) to move slowly or laboriously |
长途跋涉;徒步旅行;艰难前行 |
6 | taciturn | /ˈtæsɪtɜːrn/ | adj. | 1. habitually untalkative; 2. reserved or uncommunicative in speech |
沉默寡言的;不爱说话的 |
7 | allude | /əˈluːd/ | v. | 1. to refer indirectly; 2. to hint at or suggest |
暗指;影射;间接提到 |
8 | indisposed | /ˌɪndɪˈspoʊzd/ | adj. | 1. slightly ill or unwell; 2. unwilling or reluctant |
有病的;不愿意的;不情愿的 |
9 | repressive | /rɪˈprɛsɪv/ | adj. | 1. inhibiting or restraining personal freedom; 2. characterized by repression or suppression |
压制的;镇压的;高压的 |
10 | meek | /miːk/ | adj. | 1. quiet, gentle, and submissive; 2. easily imposed on; docile |
温顺的;谦恭的;柔顺的 |
11 | clandestine | /klænˈdɛstɪn/ | adj. | 1. kept secret or done secretively; 2. covert, surreptitious |
秘密的;暗中的;隐秘的 |
12 | irk | /ɜːrk/ | v. | 1. to irritate or annoy; 2. to cause vexation |
使恼怒;使烦恼 |
13 | patronize | /ˈpeɪtrəˌnaɪz/ | v. | 1. to support or sponsor; 2. to treat in a condescending manner; 3. to be a regular customer of |
资助;以高人一等态度对待;光顾 |
14 | whimsical | /ˈwɪmzɪkəl/ | adj. | 1. playfully quaint or fanciful; 2. unpredictable; capricious |
异想天开的;古怪的;反复无常的 |
15 | quadrilateral | /ˌkwɒdrɪˈlætərəl/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a four‑sided polygon; 2. (adj.) having four sides or angles |
四边形;四边形的 |
2025-07-28
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | genial | /ˈdʒiːniəl/ | adj. | 1. friendly and cheerful; 2. conducive to comfort; pleasantly warm |
友好的;和蔼可亲的;温暖宜人的 |
2 | intake | /ˈɪnteɪk/ | n. | 1. the act of taking in (food, air, etc.); 2. amount taken in; consumption; 3. an opening through which something is taken in |
摄入;吸入量;入口;进气口 |
3 | odor | /ˈoʊdər/ | n. | 1. a smell, especially an unpleasant one; 2. (figurative) a distinctive quality or atmosphere |
气味;臭味;特色氛围 |
4 | hypodermic | /ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːrmɪk/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) relating to the region immediately beneath the skin; 2. (n.) a hypodermic syringe or injection |
皮下注射的;皮下的;皮下注射器;皮下注射 |
5 | premium | /ˈpriːmiəm/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) an amount paid for insurance coverage; 2. (n.) an extra payment or reward; 3. (adj.) of superior quality; high–end |
保险费;额外支付;奖励;高品质的;优质的 |
6 | hue | /hjuː/ | n. | 1. a color or shade; 2. aspect or appearance |
色调;色彩;外观;样子 |
7 | illustrious | /ɪˈlʌstriəs/ | adj. | 1. well known and respected for achievements; 2. shining brightly; illustrious in character |
著名的;杰出的;辉煌的 |
8 | itch | /ɪtʃ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) an irritating sensation on the skin; 2. (n.) a strong desire or urge; 3. (v.) to feel or cause this sensation; to want strongly |
痒;渴望;痒得;渴望做 |
9 | vehement | /ˈviːəmənt/ | adj. | 1. showing strong feeling; passionate; 2. marked by forceful energy |
激烈的;强烈的;热烈的 |
10 | implore | /ɪmˈplɔːr/ | v. | 1. to beg earnestly for; 2. to plead with urgently |
恳求;哀求;迫切请求 |
11 | leeway | /ˈliːweɪ/ | n. | 1. extra space or time to move or act; 2. freedom to deviate from a standard or plan |
余地;回旋余地;自由;宽限 |
12 | evince | /ɪˈvɪns/ | v. | 1. to reveal the presence of (a quality); 2. to make evident; to show clearly |
表明;显示;证明 |
13 | inquisitive | /ɪnˈkwɪzɪtɪv/ | adj. | 1. curious or inquiring; 2. unduly curious about others' affairs |
好奇的;好探听的;爱打听的 |
14 | kinship | /ˈkɪnʃɪp/ | n. | 1. blood relationship; 2. a feeling of being close or connected |
亲属关系;亲缘;亲密感 |
15 | overshadow | /ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/ | v. | 1. to cast a shadow over; 2. to make less noticeable or important |
使黯然失色;遮蔽;使相形见绌 |
2025-07-27
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | covenant | /ˈkʌvənənt/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a formal agreement or promise; 2. (n.) a binding legal contract; 3. (v.) to agree by covenant |
契约;盟约;立契约;订立盟约 |
2 | sprawl | /sprɔːl/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to sit, lie, or fall with limbs spread out carelessly; 2. (v.) to spread out over a large area (often of urban development); 3. (n.) an irregular or sprawling mass |
蔓延;伸开四肢坐(或躺);城市扩张;蔓延物 |
3 | asymmetric | /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk/ | adj. | 1. not identical on both sides of a central line; 2. lacking symmetry or proportion |
不对称的;不均衡的 |
4 | lush | /lʌʃ/ | adj. | 1. growing luxuriantly; 2. richly abundant or opulent; 3. (slang) very attractive or appealing |
茂盛的;繁茂的;豪华的;迷人的 |
5 | eclectic | /ɪˈklɛktɪk/ | adj. | 1. deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad range of sources; 2. selecting what is best from various systems |
兼收并蓄的;折衷的;博采众长的 |
6 | blackmail | /ˈblækmeɪl/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) the act of demanding money or favors by threatening to reveal damaging information; 2. (v.) to extort through threats |
敲诈;勒索;敲诈;勒索 |
7 | staccato | /stəˈkɑːtoʊ/ | adj.; adv.; n. | 1. (adj.) performed with each note sharply detached or separated; 2. (adv.) in a staccato manner; 3. (n.) a passage in staccato style |
断奏的;断奏地;断奏段落 |
8 | composure | /kəmˈpoʊʒər/ | n. | 1. calmness of mind or manner; 2. self‑control under stress |
镇静;沉着;自若 |
9 | parameter | /pəˈræmɪtər/ | n. | 1. a limit or boundary that defines the scope of a process; 2. a numerical or other measurable factor 3. a variable in a function |
参数;界限;决定因素 |
10 | resigned | /rɪˈzaɪnd/ | adj. | 1. having accepted something unpleasant that one cannot change; 2. submissive or passive |
无奈接受的;听从的;已辞职的(不同发音) |
11 | hamstring | /ˈhæmstrɪŋ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to cripple or render powerless; 2. (n.) any of the tendons at the back of the human thigh |
使无效;削弱;腿筋;腘绳肌 |
12 | neutralize | /ˈnuːtrəˌlaɪz/ | v. | 1. to counteract or cancel the effect of; 2. to make chemically neutral; 3. to render ineffective |
中和;抵消;使无效 |
13 | fractious | /ˈfrækʃəs/ | adj. | 1. irritable and quarrelsome; 2. difficult to control |
易怒的;暴躁的;难以管束的 |
14 | screech | /skriːtʃ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to make a loud, high-pitched cry; 2. (n.) a harsh, piercing sound |
尖叫;尖锐刺耳声 |
15 | ruffian | /ˈrʌfiən/ | n. | 1. a violent or lawless person; 2. a bully or thug |
恶棍;歹徒;流氓 |
2025-07-26
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | disenchant | /ˌdɪsɪnˈtʃænt/ | v. | 1. to free from illusion or false belief; 2. to cause someone to realize the unpleasant truth |
使清醒;使不再抱幻想;醒悟 |
2 | stanza | /ˈstænzə/ | n. | 1. a grouped set of lines in a poem; 2. a verse section |
诗节;段落;节 |
3 | outright | /ˈaʊtraɪt/ | adv.; adj. | 1. (adv.) completely; wholly; 2. (adj.) open and direct; without concealment |
完全地;彻底地;直率的;公开的 |
4 | incubation | /ˌɪŋkjʊˈbeɪʃən/ | n. | 1. the process of keeping eggs warm until hatching; 2. the period of development of a disease; 3. creative idea development phase |
孵化;潜伏期;酝酿期 |
5 | unwitting | /ʌnˈwɪtɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. not aware or conscious; 2. done without intention |
无意的;不知情的;无意间的 |
6 | sordid | /ˈsɔːrdɪd/ | adj. | 1. morally degraded; filthy; 2. selfish or contemptible; 3. dirty or squalid |
卑鄙的;肮脏的;可耻的;肮脏的 |
7 | indent | /ɪnˈdɛnt/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to make a space at the beginning of a line; 2. (v.) to notch or bite into; 3. (n.) the space created; a notch |
缩进;缩排;凹痕;缺口 |
8 | insolent | /ˈɪnsələnt/ | adj. | 1. boldly rude or disrespectful; 2. contemptuously arrogant |
傲慢无礼的;侮慢的;粗鲁的 |
9 | gentility | /dʒɛnˈtɪlɪti/ | n. | 1. refinement and good manners; 2. high social status |
文雅;礼貌;上流社会风度 |
10 | impious | /ˈɪmpiəs/ | adj. | 1. not showing respect for God or religion; 2. irreverent |
不敬的;无信仰的;不虔诚的 |
11 | luminous | /ˈluːmɪnəs/ | adj. | 1. emitting light; bright; 2. intellectually clear; enlightening |
发光的;明亮的;清晰的;启发性的 |
12 | procedural | /prəˈsiːdʒərəl/ | adj. | 1. relating to an established procedure; 2. governed by rules or methods |
程序的;手续的;按程序进行的 |
13 | pamper | /ˈpæmpər/ | v. | 1. to indulge with every attention; 2. to spoil |
纵容;溺爱;宠爱 |
14 | fickle | /ˈfɪkəl/ | adj. | 1. changing frequently in loyalty or affection; 2. likely to change; capricious |
易变的;反复无常的;无常的 |
15 | overt | /oʊˈvɜːrt/ | adj. | 1. done or shown openly; 2. not hidden or secret |
公开的;明显的;不隐藏的 |
2025-07-25
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | prologue | /ˈprəʊlɒɡ/ | n. | 1. an introductory section of a play or book; 2. an event or action that leads into the main part |
序幕;序言;开场白 |
2 | projection | /prəˈdʒɛkʃən/ | n. | 1. an estimate or forecast for the future; 2. the act of displaying images on a surface; 3. (psychology) attribution of one's own feelings to others |
预测;投影;心理投射 |
3 | consummate | /ˈkɒnsəmeɪt/ | adj.; v. | 1. (adj.) complete or perfect in every respect; 2. (v.) to bring to completion or perfection |
圆满的;完善的;完成;使完美 |
4 | tinker | /ˈtɪŋkər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to attempt to repair or improve in an unskilled way; 2. (v.) to adjust or fiddle with; 3. (n.) one who mends pots and pans |
胡乱修补;摆弄;补锅匠;修补工 |
5 | forte | /fɔːrt/ | n. | 1. a person's strong point or talent; 2. in music, the loudness or force of a passage |
特长;强项;强音;响亮 |
6 | vanguard | /ˈvænɡɑːrd/ | n. | 1. the forefront of an action or movement; 2. the leading position in a trend or field |
先锋;先驱;前卫 |
7 | equilibrium | /ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbrɪəm/ | n. | 1. a state of balance between opposing forces; 2. mental or emotional stability |
平衡;均势;心理平静 |
8 | mosaic | /məʊˈzeɪɪk/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a picture or pattern made of small pieces; 2. (n.) a combination of diverse elements; 3. (adj.) made up of varied elements |
马赛克;镶嵌图案;拼花;多元的 |
9 | garland | /ˈɡɑːrlənd/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a wreath of flowers or leaves; 2. (v.) to adorn with a garland |
花环;花冠;用花环装饰 |
10 | invidious | /ɪnˈvɪdiəs/ | adj. | 1. likely to cause resentment or envy; 2. unjustly discriminatory |
易招嫉妒的;令人反感的;不公平的 |
11 | neural | /ˈnjʊərəl/ | adj. | 1. relating to nerves or the nervous system; 2. pertaining to neural networks (AI) |
神经的;神经系统的;神经网络的 |
12 | idiosyncrasy | /ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi/ | n. | 1. a peculiar characteristic or habit; 2. a distinctive behavioral trait |
特质;癖好;独特习性;特异反应 |
13 | hearsay | /ˈhɪərseɪ/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) information from others not witnessed firsthand; 2. (n.) rumor or gossip; 3. (adj.) based on rumor |
传闻;耳闻;道听途说的 |
14 | meager | /ˈmiːɡər/ | adj. | 1. deficient in quantity or quality; 2. lean or thin |
微薄的;贫乏的;瘦的 |
15 | contour | /ˈkɒntʊər/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) the outline or shape of something; 2. (n.) a line on a map connecting points of equal elevation; 3. (v.) to shape or outline |
轮廓;等高线;描画轮廓 |
2025-07-24
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | warp | /wɔːrp/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to bend or twist out of shape; 2. (v.) to distort in meaning or effect; 3. (n.) a distortion or twist |
使变形;扭曲;曲解;变形;扭曲;歪曲 |
2 | lenience | /ˈliːniəns/ | n. | 1. mildness or tolerance in judgment or punishment; 2. mercifulness or indulgence |
宽容;仁慈;宽大处理 |
3 | carnal | /ˈkɑːrnəl/ | adj. | 1. relating to physical, especially sexual, needs and activities; 2. bodily or fleshly |
肉欲的;身体的;世俗的;肉体的 |
4 | interrogate | /ɪnˈtɛrəˌɡeɪt/ | v. | 1. to ask questions of someone thoroughly and formally; 2. to examine by questioning |
审问;讯问;询问 |
5 | feint | /feɪnt/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a deceptive or pretended blow, thrust, or movement; 2. (n.) a trick or sham action; 3. (v.) to make a feint |
佯攻;佯击;假动作;佯攻;做虚晃动作 |
6 | discredit | /dɪsˈkrɛdɪt/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to harm the good reputation of; 2. (v.) to cause disbelief in; 3. (n.) loss of reputation or respect |
使…丧失名誉;使…不可信;怀疑;名誉受损;丧失信誉 |
7 | therapeutic | /ˌθɛrəˈpjuːtɪk/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) relating to healing or treatment of disease; 2. (adj.) having a beneficial effect on body or mind; 3. (n.) a therapeutic drug or agent |
治疗的;有疗效的;有益健康的;治疗剂;疗法 |
8 | contraception | /ˌkɒntrəˈsɛpʃən/ | n. | 1. the deliberate prevention of conception or impregnation; 2. use of devices or drugs to prevent pregnancy |
避孕;节育;避孕方法 |
9 | certitude | /ˈsɜːrtɪˌtjuːd/ | n. | 1. absolute certainty or conviction that something is the case; 2. freedom from doubt |
确信;确实;必然性 |
10 | aromatic | /ˌærəˈmætɪk/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) having a pleasant and distinctive smell; 2. (n.) an aromatic compound or substance |
芳香的;芬芳的;芳香剂;芳香族化合物 |
11 | slump | /slʌmp/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to fall or sink heavily; 2. (v.) to decline suddenly (e.g., prices); 3. (n.) a sudden severe or prolonged fall (economic) |
猛然倒下;暴跌;衰退期;萧条;下跌 |
12 | dole | /doʊl/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to distribute shares or portions; 2. (n.) a portion or allotment; 3. (n.) government benefit paid to the unemployed |
分发;发放;份额;救济金;失业救济金 |
13 | incoming | /ˈɪnkʌmɪŋ/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) arriving or coming in; 2. (n.) incoming mail, calls, or recruits |
进来的;即将上任的;来电;进站;新来者 |
14 | enhance | /ɛnˈhæns/ | v. | 1. to increase or improve in value, quality, or attractiveness; 2. to intensify or magnify |
提高;增强;加强;改善 |
15 | hegemony | /hɪˈɡɛməni/ | n. | 1. leadership or dominance, especially by one state or social group over others; 2. predominant influence or authority |
霸权;领导权;支配权;优势影响 |
2025-07-23
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | domesticate | /dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/ | v. | 1. to tame and breed animals for human use; 2. to adapt plants or animals to live in a human environment; 3. to accustom (someone) to household life |
驯养;驯化;使习惯家庭生活 |
2 | inflammatory | /ɪnˈflæmətɔːri/ | adj. | 1. causing inflammation in the body; 2. intended to arouse angry or violent feelings; 3. provocative or incendiary |
发炎的;炎症性的;煽动性的;激动情绪的 |
3 | veal | /viːl/ | n. | 1. meat from a young calf; 2. pale pinkish-gray color (figurative) |
小牛肉;(比喻)浅粉灰色 |
4 | eerie | /ˈɪəri/ | adj. | 1. strange and frightening; 2. uncanny or mysterious |
怪异的;可怕的;神秘的 |
5 | interject | /ˌɪntərˈdʒɛkt/ | v. | 1. to insert a comment or remark suddenly into a conversation; 2. to say something abruptly |
插话;突然插入;打岔 |
6 | combustible | /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) able to catch fire and burn; 2. (adj.) easily excited or agitated; 3. (n.) a substance that burns |
易燃的;可燃性的;易激动的;燃料;易燃物 |
7 | impassioned | /ɪmˈpæʃənd/ | adj. | 1. filled with intense feeling or passion; 2. ardent or fervent in expression |
充满激情的;热烈的;慷慨激昂的 |
8 | generic | /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) characteristic of an entire class or species; 2. (adj.) not protected by trademark; 3. (n.) a nonbranded product |
通用的;无商标的;一般的;非品牌产品 |
9 | impetuous | /ɪmˈpɛtʃuəs/ | adj. | 1. acting quickly without thought; 2. rash or impulsive in action; 3. marked by force or violence |
冲动的;鲁莽的;猛烈的 |
10 | gruesome | /ˈɡruːsəm/ | adj. | 1. causing horror or disgust; 2. grisly or ghastly |
可怕的;毛骨悚然的;骇人听闻的 |
11 | veer | /vɪər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to change direction abruptly; 2. (v.) to shift in opinion or course; 3. (n.) an abrupt change |
转向;改变方向;突然变化;转变 |
12 | beige | /beɪʒ/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a light brownish-yellow color; 2. (adj.) of a dull or uninspiring character |
米黄色;浅褐色;平淡的;无趣的 |
13 | deadlock | /ˈdɛdlɒk/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a situation in which no progress is possible; 2. (v.) to bring to a standstill |
僵局;停顿;使陷入僵局 |
14 | metabolism | /məˈtæbəlɪzəm/ | n. | 1. the chemical processes in living organisms; 2. the rate of such processes |
新陈代谢;代谢率;代谢作用 |
15 | obsolete | /ˈɒbsəliːt/ | adj. | 1. out of date; no longer in use; 2. replaced by something newer |
废弃的;过时的;被取代的 |
2025-07-22
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | rancid | /ˈrænsɪd/ | adj. | 1. smelling or tasting unpleasant as a result of decomposition; 2. morally offensive; repugnant |
腐臭的;变质的;令人作呕的;可憎的 |
2 | derision | /dɪˈrɪʒən/ | n. | 1. contemptuous ridicule or mockery; 2. the act of deriding or treating with scorn |
嘲笑;嘲弄;愚弄 |
3 | flippant | /ˈflɪpənt/ | adj. | 1. not showing a serious or respectful attitude; 2. glibly humorous or dismissive |
轻率的;无礼的;没礼貌的 |
4 | momentum | /moʊˈmɛntəm/ | n. | 1. the force that keeps an object moving; 2. impetus gained by a moving object or course of events |
势头;动量;动力;冲力 |
5 | outspoken | /aʊtˈspoʊkən/ | adj. | 1. speaking out freely or boldly; 2. candid, frank, or unreserved in speech |
直言不讳的;坦率的;公开表达意见的 |
6 | entourage | /ˈɒntuːrɑːʒ/ | n. | 1. a group of attendants or associates; 2. accompanying group of people |
随行人员;随从;一行人 |
7 | figurehead | /ˈfɪɡərˌhɛd/ | n. | 1. a decorative carving on a ship’s prow; 2. a nominal leader without real power |
船首像;名义领袖;傀儡 |
8 | inundate | /ˈɪnʌndeɪt/ | v. | 1. to overwhelm with floodwaters; 2. to overwhelm as if with a flood (e.g., with tasks) |
淹没;泛滥;压倒;使应接不暇 |
9 | stately | /ˈsteɪtli/ | adj. | 1. dignified, majestic; 2. grand in appearance or manner |
庄严的;雄伟的;堂皇的 |
10 | penalize | /ˈpiːnəˌlaɪz/ | v. | 1. to subject to a penalty or punishment; 2. to disadvantage someone unfairly |
处罚;不利于;使受罚 |
11 | suffrage | /ˈsʌfrɪdʒ/ | n. | 1. the right to vote in political elections; 2. franchise or ballot |
选举权;投票权;参政权 |
12 | mesmerize | /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/ | v. | 1. to hold attention spellbound; 2. to hypnotize |
催眠;迷住;吸引住 |
13 | prodigy | /ˈprɒdədʒi/ | n. | 1. a person, especially a young one, with exceptional talents; 2. a remarkable or extraordinary event |
神童;天才;奇观;奇迹 |
14 | piety | /ˈpaɪəti/ | n. | 1. devotion to religious duties and practices; 2. reverence for God or parents |
虔诚;孝敬;忠诚 |
15 | cardiac | /ˈkɑːrdiæk/ | adj. | 1. relating to the heart; 2. of or pertaining to the condition of the heart |
心脏的;心脏病的;与心脏相关的 |
2025-07-21
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | disprove | /ˌdɪsˈpruːv/ | v. | 1. to prove (a statement or hypothesis) to be false; 2. to refute by evidence or argument |
证明为假;驳倒 |
2 | decency | /ˈdiːsənsi/ | n. | 1. behavior conforming to accepted standards of morality or respectability; 2. polite or modest behavior |
体面;正派;礼貌;端庄 |
3 | makeshift | /ˈmeɪkʃɪft/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) serving as a temporary substitute; 2. (adj.) improvised and sufficient for the time being; 3. (n.) a temporary substitute |
临时的;权宜之计;临时替代品 |
4 | exalt | /ɪɡˈzɔːlt/ | v. | 1. to praise or glorify highly; 2. to elevate in rank, power, or character; 3. to intensify (emotion) |
赞扬;颂扬;提升;使高贵;使兴奋 |
5 | marginal | /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəl/ | adj. | 1. located at or near a margin or edge; 2. of minimal importance or significance; 3. barely meeting a standard |
边缘的;微小的;不重要的;勉强及格的 |
6 | finalist | /ˈfaɪnəlɪst/ | n. | 1. a competitor who reaches the final round of a contest; 2. one of the last group under consideration |
决赛选手;终选入围者 |
7 | outgrow | /aʊtˈɡroʊ/ | v. | 1. to grow too large for (clothes, habits); 2. to leave behind through growth or development; 3. to surpass in growth or development |
长得太大而不适合;随着成长放弃;超过 |
8 | regressive | /rɪˈɡrɛsɪv/ | adj. | 1. tending to move backward; 2. reverting to a less advanced state; 3. characterized by regression rather than progress |
倒退的;退化的;回归性的 |
9 | abacus | /ˈæbəkəs/ | n. | 1. a counting frame with beads for arithmetic; 2. any similar calculating device |
算盘;计算器;珠算用具 |
10 | rudimentary | /ˌruːdɪˈmɛntəri/ | adj. | 1. involving or limited to basic principles; 2. elementary or undeveloped; 3. primitive or fundamental |
基本的;初步的;未充分发展的;基础的 |
11 | indelible | /ɪnˈdɛlɪbəl/ | adj. | 1. not able to be removed or erased; 2. making a lasting impression |
去不掉的;无法擦除的;难忘的 |
12 | levity | /ˈlɛvəti/ | n. | 1. lightness of manner or speech, especially unbecoming; 2. lack of appropriate seriousness; frivolity |
轻率;轻浮;欢快;轻快 |
13 | prolific | /prəˈlɪfɪk/ | adj. | 1. producing offspring or fruit abundantly; 2. intellectually productive or inventive; 3. abundant in works or results |
多产的;丰富的;富有创作力的 |
14 | holly | /ˈhɒli/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) an evergreen shrub with glossy leaves and red berries; 2. (adj.) resembling or relating to holly |
冬青;冬青属植物;冬青的 |
15 | horrendous | /həˈrɛndəs/ | adj. | 1. extremely unpleasant or horrific; 2. terrible in degree; dreadful |
可怕的;极糟的;骇人听闻的 |
2025-07-20
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | eye‑catching | /ˈaɪˌkætʃɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. immediately noticeable; striking in appearance; 2. designed to attract attention |
引人注目的;醒目的;吸睛的 |
2 | dosage | /ˈdoʊsɪdʒ/ | n. | 1. the amount of a drug or medicine given at one time; 2. the rate or frequency of administration |
剂量;服用量;用量 |
3 | parenthood | /ˈpɛərənhʊd/ | n. | 1. the state or condition of being a parent; 2. the responsibilities or experience of raising children |
为人父母;父(母)职;父母身份 |
4 | marijuana | /ˌmærəˈwɑːnə/ | n. | 1. the dried flowering tops and leaves of the cannabis plant; 2. a psychoactive drug used recreationally or medicinally |
大麻;大麻烟;大麻制品 |
5 | phenomenal | /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/ | adj. | 1. very remarkable or extraordinary; 2. perceptible by the senses |
非凡的;现象的;惊人的;显著的 |
6 | daunt | /dɔːnt/ | v. | 1. to make someone feel intimidated or apprehensive; 2. to discourage or dishearten |
使气馁;使胆怯;威吓 |
7 | teeter | /ˈtiːtər/ | v. | 1. to move unsteadily; wobble; 2. to be undecided or fluctuate |
踉跄;摇摇欲坠;犹豫;摇摆不定 |
8 | dingy | /ˈdɪndʒi/ | adj. | 1. dull and drab; lacking brightness or freshness; 2. slightly dirty or grimy |
暗淡的;肮脏的;昏暗的 |
9 | shred | /ʃrɛd/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a small strip or piece torn or cut from something; 2. (n.) a tiny amount; 3. (v.) to cut or tear into shreds; 4. (v.) to destroy documents by cutting into strips |
碎片;少量;切碎;撕碎;碎纸机销毁 |
10 | deterrent | /dɪˈtɛrənt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) something that discourages or is intended to discourage; 2. (adj.) serving to deter |
威慑物;遏制因素;威慑的;遏制的 |
11 | unsightly | /ʌnˈsaɪtli/ | adj. | 1. unpleasant to look at; ugly; 2. offensive to the eye |
难看的;丑陋的;不雅观的 |
12 | mortar | /ˈmɔːrtər/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a mixture of lime and cement used in building to bond bricks; 2. (n.) a short, large‑barreled gun for firing shells at high angles; 3. (v.) to bind with mortar |
灰浆;迫击炮;用灰浆粘合 |
13 | airborne | /ˈɛərbɔːrn/ | adj. | 1. transported by air; 2. in flight or carried through the air; 3. (medicine) disseminated through the air (e.g., pathogens) |
空气传播的;空运的;空中的;飞行中的 |
14 | suffice | /səˈfaɪs/ | v. | 1. to be enough or adequate; 2. to meet the needs of |
足够;满足需要 |
15 | adjunct | /ˈædʒʌŋkt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) something added or attached in a subordinate capacity; 2. (adj.) connected or added in a subordinate manner |
附属物;配件;附属的;辅助的 |
2025-07-19
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | uprising | /ˌʌpˈraɪzɪŋ/ | n. | 1. an act of rebellion or revolt; 2. a growing movement of dissent |
起义;暴动;叛乱 |
2 | evasive | /ɪˈveɪsɪv/ | adj. | 1. deliberately vague or ambiguous; 2. tending to avoid commitment or self‑revelation |
回避的;含糊其辞的;躲闪的 |
3 | ruinous | /ˈruːɪnəs/ | adj. | 1. causing great damage or destruction; 2. financially disastrous or bankrupting |
毁灭性的;破产的;灾难性的 |
4 | jeer | /dʒɪər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to mock or taunt with derisive remarks; 2. (n.) a mocking or scoffing remark |
嘲笑;嘲弄;讥讽 |
5 | beguile | /bɪˈɡaɪl/ | v. | 1. to charm or enchant, often deceptively; 2. to trick or deceive |
使着迷;欺骗;诱骗 |
6 | valve | /vælv/ | n. | 1. a device for controlling the flow of fluid; 2. a membranous fold in the heart or veins |
阀门;瓣膜;心脏瓣膜 |
7 | unwind | /ʌnˈwaɪnd/ | v. | 1. to relax after stress or tension; 2. to undo or loosen by winding off |
放松;解开;松开 |
8 | anomaly | /əˈnɒməli/ | n. | 1. something that deviates from the norm; 2. an irregularity or aberration |
异常;反常;不规则 |
9 | tab | /tæb/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a small flap or tag; 2. (n.) a bill or check for payment; 3. (n.) the key or character in computing; 4. (v.) to place charges on account |
标签;账单;制表键;点菜账单;记账 |
10 | expansive | /ɪkˈspænsɪv/ | adj. | 1. covering a wide area; extensive; 2. open and communicative; sociable |
广阔的;开朗的;健谈的 |
11 | admonish | /ədˈmɒnɪʃ/ | v. | 1. to warn or reprimand firmly; 2. to advise or urge earnestly |
警告;训诫;劝告 |
12 | tonic | /ˈtɒnɪk/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a medicinal substance to invigorate; 2. (n.) a carbonated drink (tonic water); 3. (adj.) restoring health or strength; 4. (n.) the first degree of the diatonic scale |
补品;补药;汤力水;滋补的;主音 |
13 | ballast | /ˈbæləst/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) heavy material to stabilize a vessel; 2. (n.) material used to provide stability; 3. (v.) to provide stability by adding ballast |
压舱物;稳定物;配重;加压舱载料 |
14 | wrench | /rɛntʃ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to twist or jerk violently; 2. (v.) to cause emotional pain; 3. (n.) a tool for gripping and turning; 4. (n.) a sudden twist or sharp pain |
猛扭;扭伤;使痛苦;扳手;一阵剧痛 |
15 | upstart | /ˈʌpˌstɑːrt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a person who has risen suddenly to wealth or power; 2. (adj.) presumptuous or arrogantly self‑assertive |
暴发户;自命不凡的人;傲慢的 |
2025-07-18
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | amphibian | /æmˈfɪbɪən/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a cold‑blooded vertebrate that lives both in water and on land; 2. (adj.) able to live both on land and in water |
两栖动物;两栖的 |
2 | hoard | /hɔːrd/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to accumulate and hide away; 2. (n.) a hidden stock or store of valuables |
囤积;储藏;贮藏物 |
3 | obsessive | /əbˈsɛsɪv/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) having or showing excessive preoccupation; 2. (n.) a person with obsessive thoughts or behaviors |
执念的;着迷的;强迫症患者 |
4 | hereafter | /ˌhɪərˈæftər/ | adv.; n. | 1. (adv.) from now on; in the future; 2. (n.) the life after death |
此后;来世;来生 |
5 | insipid | /ɪnˈsɪpɪd/ | adj. | 1. lacking flavor or zest; 2. bland or dull in character or quality |
平淡无味的;乏味的;无生气的 |
6 | unparalleled | /ʌnˈpærəˌlɛld/ | adj. | 1. having no equal; unmatched; 2. unequaled in extent or quality |
无与伦比的;空前的;绝无仅有的 |
7 | hamper | /ˈhæmpər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to hinder or impede; 2. (n.) a large basket, often with a lid |
妨碍;束缚;大篮子;食篮 |
8 | jolt | /dʒoʊlt/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to shock or jar suddenly; 2. (v.) to move or cause to move with a sudden jerk; 3. (n.) a sudden, sharp movement or shock |
震惊;猛推;震动;颠簸 |
9 | feverish | /ˈfiːvərɪʃ/ | adj. | 1. having or showing symptoms of fever; 2. marked by intense excitement or activity |
发烧的;狂热的;紧张忙乱的 |
10 | coy | /kɔɪ/ | adj. | 1. pretended shyness to attract; 2. reluctant to give information; reserved |
故作害羞的;忸怩的;腼腆的 |
11 | skipper | /ˈskɪpər/ | n. | 1. the captain of a ship or boat; 2. a small insect (butterfly family Hesperiidae) |
船长;帆船长;粉蝶;弄蝶 |
12 | saga | /ˈsɑːɡə/ | n. | 1. a long narrative of heroic exploits; 2. an epic or dramatic story |
传奇;长篇叙事;英雄故事 |
13 | fad | /fæd/ | n. | 1. a craze or short‑lived fashion; 2. an interest followed with exaggerated zeal |
一时狂热;时尚;风潮 |
14 | subjection | /səbˈdʒɛkʃən/ | n. | 1. the state of being under control or domination; 2. act of forcing someone to submit |
征服;屈从;支配;隶属状态 |
15 | pastoral | /ˈpæstərəl/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) relating to rural life or shepherds; 2. (adj.) idyllically simple and peaceful; 3. (n.) a poem or work that idealizes rural life |
田园的;牧师的;田园诗;田园曲 |
2025-07-17
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | divulge | /daɪˈvʌldʒ/ | v. | 1. to make known (private or sensitive information); 2. to reveal or disclose |
泄露;透露;揭示 |
2 | nag | /næɡ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to annoy or irritate with persistent fault‑finding; 2. (v.) to pester continually; 3. (n.) an old or worthless horse (slang) |
唠叨;烦扰;责骂;破马;老马 (俚语) |
3 | injurious | /ɪnˈdʒʊəriəs/ | adj. | 1. causing harm or damage; 2. defamatory or slanderous |
有害的;损害的;诽谤性的 |
4 | insurgent | /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a person who rises in revolt; 2. (adj.) rising in active revolt; 3. (adj.) rebellious or revolutionary |
叛乱者;起义者;叛乱的;造反的 |
5 | extrovert | /ˈɛktrəvɜːrt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) an outgoing, sociable person; 2. (adj.) marked by extroversion; 3. (adj.) focused on external reality |
外向者;外向的;关注外界的 |
6 | saline | /ˈseɪlɪn/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) containing salt; 2. (adj.) resembling or containing saline solution; 3. (n.) a saline solution for medical use |
含盐的;盐分的;生理盐水;盐液 |
7 | precipitous | /prɪˈsɪpətəs/ | adj. | 1. very steep; 2. done hastily or without careful consideration; 3. precipitously rapid or sudden |
陡峭的;急剧的;仓促的;猛然的 |
8 | bequeath | /bɪˈkwiːð/ | v. | 1. to leave (personal estate) by will; 2. to hand down or pass on |
遗赠;遗留;传给 |
9 | inexhaustible | /ˌɪnɪɡˈzɔːstəbəl/ | adj. | 1. incapable of being used up; 2. abundant; never failing |
用之不尽的;无穷无尽的;取之不尽的 |
10 | bewitch | /bɪˈwɪtʃ/ | v. | 1. to cast a spell over; 2. to enchant or delight completely |
施魔法于;迷住;使着迷 |
11 | apiece | /əˈpiːs/ | adv. | 1. for or to each one; 2. each; individually |
每人;各自;各个地 |
12 | choreography | /ˌkɒriˈɒɡrəfi/ | n. | 1. the art of designing dance movements; 2. the arrangement of movements in a dance piece |
舞蹈编排;舞蹈设计;编舞艺术 |
13 | psychiatrist | /saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/ | n. | 1. a medical doctor specializing in mental illness; 2. a professional who diagnoses and treats psychiatric disorders |
精神科医生;精神病学家 |
14 | reverent | /ˈrɛvərənt/ | adj. | 1. feeling or showing deep respect or awe; 2. worshipful; deeply respectful |
虔诚的;恭敬的;尊敬的 |
15 | pristine | /ˈprɪstiːn/ | adj. | 1. in its original, unspoiled condition; 2. clean and fresh as if new |
原始的;崭新的;纯净的;未受损的 |
2025-07-16
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | amnesty | /ˈæmnəsti/ | n. | 1. a government‑granted pardon for past offenses; 2. the act or period of granting such pardon |
赦免;特赦;赦免令 |
2 | demobilize | /diːˈmoʊbəˌlaɪz/ | v. | 1. to discharge troops from military service; 2. to release from active duty or disband an organization |
复员;遣散;退伍 |
3 | harangue | /həˈræŋ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a lengthy and aggressive speech; 2. (v.) to deliver such a speech; to rant |
(长篇大论的)训斥;高谈阔论;发表长篇演说 |
4 | affront | /əˈfrʌnt/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) an insult or offensive act; 2. (v.) to insult or offend deliberately |
侮辱;冒犯;当众侮辱;顶撞 |
5 | downright | /ˈdaʊnˌraɪt/ | adv.; adj. | 1. (adv.) completely; thoroughly; 2. (adj.) absolute; straightforward; blunt |
完全地;彻底地;十足的;率直的;直截了当的 |
6 | retainer | /rɪˈteɪnər/ | n. | 1. a fee paid in advance to secure services; 2. a servant or attendant; 3. a device that holds something in place |
定金;预约费;家仆;保持器;束缚物 |
7 | verbatim | /vərˈbeɪtɪm/ | adv.; adj. | 1. word for word; exactly as written or spoken | 逐字地;一字不差地;原文的;逐字的 |
8 | iris | /ˈaɪrɪs/ | n. | 1. the colored ring of tissue surrounding the pupil; 2. a flowering plant of the genus Iris; 3. the adjustable diaphragm in a camera lens |
虹膜;鸢尾花;光圈;镜头光圈 |
9 | sinuous | /ˈsɪnjʊəs/ | adj. | 1. having many curves and turns; winding; 2. lithe and supple in movement |
蜿蜒的;曲折的;柔软的;灵巧的 |
10 | juxtapose | /ˈdʒʌkstəˌpoʊz/ | v. | 1. to place side by side, especially for comparison or contrast | 并列;并置;并排 |
11 | ensign | /ˈɛnsaɪn/ | n. | 1. a flag or standard, especially a naval or national flag; 2. a junior commissioned officer in the navy |
旗帜;军舰旗;海军少尉;旗手 |
12 | snub | /snʌb/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to rebuff, ignore, or spurn disdainfully; 2. (n.) an act of such treatment; a snub |
冷落;怠慢;拒绝;冷遇;冷落的行为 |
13 | mockery | /ˈmɒkəri/ | n. | 1. ridicule or derision; 2. an absurd imitation or parody; 3. a thing that is a poor imitation |
嘲笑;嘲弄;滑稽模仿;拙劣的模仿 |
14 | fray | /freɪ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to wear or tear by rubbing; to cause to unravel; 2. (v.) to strain or irritate (nerves); 3. (n.) a fight or skirmish; 4. (n.) the worn or ragged edge |
磨损;磨破;紧张;吵架;打斗;磨损处 |
15 | dab | /dæb/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to pat or press lightly; 2. (v.) to apply a small amount (e.g., paint, ointment); 3. (v.) to be adept or skillful at; 4. (n.) a light touch or small amount; 5. (n.) a small flatfish |
轻拍;轻涂;熟练;少量;比目鱼 |
2025-07-15
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | aerosol | /ˈɛərəˌsɒl/ | n. | 1. a suspension of fine solid particles or liquid droplets in air; 2. a container with a propellant for dispensing such a suspension |
气溶胶;喷雾剂;喷雾罐 |
2 | censure | /ˈsɛnʃər/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) strong criticism or official reprimand; 2. (v.) to express severe disapproval of; to reprimand |
谴责;责难;批评;公开批评 |
3 | gladiator | /ˈɡlædiˌeɪtər/ | n. | 1. an armed combatant who fought in public spectacles in ancient Rome; 2. a person who engages in fierce or determined conflict |
角斗士;斗士;好斗者 |
4 | chum | /tʃʌm/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a close friend or companion; 2. (v.) to fish by spreading bait (chumming); 3. (n.) bait made of fish scraps |
密友;伙伴;撒饵捕鱼;鱼饵 |
5 | curtail | /kərˈteɪl/ | v. | 1. to reduce or limit; 2. to cut short or truncate |
缩减;限制;削减;截短 |
6 | silica | /ˈsɪlɪkə/ | n. | 1. silicon dioxide (SiO₂), a hard, unreactive oxide of silicon; 2. granular material used as a desiccant |
硅石;二氧化硅;硅胶 |
7 | aversion | /əˈvɜːrʒən/ | n. | 1. a strong dislike or repugnance; 2. a tendency to avoid or turn away from something |
厌恶;反感;逃避倾向 |
8 | fraternal | /frəˈtɜːrnəl/ | adj. | 1. relating to brothers or brotherhood; 2. showing comradeship or solidarity |
兄弟的;友爱的;兄弟般的 |
9 | dogma | /ˈdɒɡmə/ | n. | 1. an official system of principles or tenets; 2. an established belief or doctrine, often held without question |
教条;信条;教义;武断的观点 |
10 | rigmarole | /ˈrɪɡməˌroʊl/ | n. | 1. a long, complicated, and tedious procedure; 2. senseless talk or nonsense |
冗长而繁琐的手续;胡言乱语 |
11 | pollster | /ˈpoʊlstər/ | n. | 1. a person who conducts opinion polls; 2. an analyst of public opinion data |
民意调查员;民调专家 |
12 | redolent | /ˈrɛdələnt/ | adj. | 1. strongly reminiscent or suggestive of; 2. fragrant or sweet-smelling |
使人想起…的;芬芳的;有…气味的 |
13 | mercantile | /ˈmɜːrkəntaɪl/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) relating to trade or commerce; 2. (n.) a store or merchant’s business |
商业的;商人的;商店;商业机构 |
14 | flabby | /ˈflæbi/ | adj. | 1. soft and fleshy, lacking firmness; 2. lacking strength or resilience |
松弛的;软弱的;缺乏活力的 |
15 | ballad | /ˈbæləd/ | n. | 1. a narrative song or poem; 2. a slow, sentimental love song; 3. a popular narrative in verse form |
叙事歌谣;情歌;民谣;叙事诗 |
2025-07-14
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | sanctuary | /ˈsæŋktʃuəri/ | n. | 1. a place of refuge or protection; 2. a holy or sacred place; 3. (ecology) a protected area for wildlife |
避难所;庇护所;圣所;(野生动物)保护区 |
2 | disrepute | /ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt/ | n. | 1. the state of being held in low esteem; 2. loss of reputation |
声名狼藉;名誉受损 |
3 | duplicity | /djuːˈplɪsəti/ | n. | 1. deliberate deceitfulness; 2. double-dealing |
口是心非;欺骗;表里不一 |
4 | languid | /ˈlæŋɡwɪd/ | adj. | 1. displaying or having a disinclination for effort; 2. slow and relaxed; 3. weak or faint from illness |
无精打采的;倦怠的;缓慢的;衰弱的 |
5 | curt | /kɜːrt/ | adj. | 1. rudely brief or abrupt; 2. concise to the point of rudeness |
简短生硬的;唐突无礼的 |
6 | nonstop | /ˌnɒnˈstɒp/ | adj.; adv. | 1. (adj.) without stopping or pausing; 2. (adv.) continuously without interruption |
不停的;连续的;不停地 |
7 | ambivalent | /æmˈbɪvələnt/ | adj. | 1. having mixed or contradictory feelings; 2. simultaneously drawn to and repelled by something |
矛盾情感的;拿不定主意的 |
8 | laurel | /ˈlɒrəl/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) an evergreen shrub or tree; 2. (n.) honor or praise earned for achievement; 3. (v.) to crown with laurels; to honor |
月桂;荣誉;桂冠;授予荣誉 |
9 | dichotomy | /daɪˈkɒtəmi/ | n. | 1. a division into two mutually exclusive groups; 2. a contrast or opposition |
二分法;对立;分歧 |
10 | rend | /rɛnd/ | v. | 1. to tear apart or split; 2. to cause great emotional pain |
撕裂;撕破;使痛苦 |
11 | unify | /ˈjuːnɪfaɪ/ | v. | 1. to make or become a single unit; 2. to bring together or integrate |
统一;使成一体;结合 |
12 | maxim | /ˈmæksɪm/ | n. | 1. a concise statement of a general truth; 2. a principle or rule of conduct |
格言;箴言;原则 |
13 | camouflage | /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) concealment by blending in; 2. (n.) deceptive appearance; 3. (v.) to disguise or hide |
伪装;掩饰;迷彩;掩饰;伪装 |
14 | nuance | /ˈnuːɑːns/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a subtle difference in meaning or tone; 2. (v.) to give subtle distinctions |
细微差别;微妙之处;使有细微差别 |
15 | abyss | /əˈbɪs/ | n. | 1. a deep or bottomless chasm; 2. a profound gulf or void |
深渊;深海;深坑;深不可测之物 |
2025-07-13
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | covet | /ˈkʌvət/ | v. | 1. to strongly desire something belonging to another; 2. (archaic) to long for |
渴望;觊觎;贪求 |
2 | deprecate | /ˈdɛprɪkeɪt/ | v. | 1. to express disapproval of; 2. to belittle or disparage; 3. (archaic) to pray against |
反对;不赞成;轻视;贬低 |
3 | whack | /wæk/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to hit forcefully; 2. (v.) to kill (slang); 3. (n.) a heavy blow; 4. (n.) an attempt or chance (“give it a whack”) |
猛打;狠狠地击;干掉(俚语);重击;尝试;机会 |
4 | anarchy | /ˈænərki/ | n. | 1. absence of government or authority; 2. disorder and lawlessness; 3. political theory favoring stateless society |
无政府状态;混乱;无政府主义 |
5 | afield | /əˈfiːld/ | adv.; adj. | 1. (adv.) away from home or usual surroundings; 2. (adj.) remote or distant |
在远处;离家;远离;偏远的 |
6 | vexation | /vɛkˈseɪʃən/ | n. | 1. the state of being annoyed or worried; 2. something that causes annoyance or distress |
恼怒;烦恼;令人烦恼的事 |
7 | gambit | /ˈɡæmbɪt/ | n. | 1. an opening move in chess involving a sacrifice; 2. a calculated strategy or maneuver |
开局弃子;策略;计谋 |
8 | slink | /slɪŋk/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to move in a quiet, stealthy manner; 2. (v.) to leave or go away quietly; 3. (n.) a sneaky or furtive movement |
潜行;悄悄离开;鬼鬼祟祟的行为 |
9 | overview | /ˈoʊvərˌvjuː/ | n. | 1. a general summary or survey of a subject; 2. a broad view or outline |
概述;概要;大纲 |
10 | reverence | /ˈrɛvərəns/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) deep respect or admiration; 2. (n.) a gesture of respect (e.g., bow); 3. (v.) to regard with deep respect |
尊敬;崇敬;鞠躬;尊敬;崇敬 |
11 | sabotage | /ˈsæbətɑːʒ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) deliberate destruction or obstruction; 2. (v.) to deliberately damage or obstruct |
蓄意破坏;妨害;破坏;阻挠 |
12 | erotic | /ɪˈrɒtɪk/ | adj. | 1. relating to sexual love or desire; 2. arousing sexual feelings |
色情的;性欲的;引起性欲的 |
13 | zenith | /ˈziːnɪθ/ | n. | 1. the highest point or peak; 2. the point in the sky directly above an observer |
顶点;极点;天顶 |
14 | pantomime | /ˈpæntəˌmaɪm/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a theatrical performance using gestures without words; 2. (n.) exaggerated, silent mimicry; 3. (v.) to act out without speech |
哑剧;滑稽戏;打比方地表现;用哑剧表演 |
15 | impending | /ɪmˈpɛndɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. about to happen soon; 2. imminent and usually threatening |
即将来临的;逼近的;迫近的 |
2025-07-12
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | dinghy | /ˈdɪŋi/ | n. | 1. a small boat carried or towed by a larger vessel; 2. a light open boat for general utility |
小艇;救生艇;轻便小船 |
2 | accession | /əkˈsɛʃən/ | n. | 1. the act of coming into or attaining a position of power or rank; 2. the formal acceptance of a treaty; 3. an addition to a collection |
即位;加入;增加;添置 |
3 | detest | /dɪˈtɛst/ | v. | 1. to feel intense and often violent antipathy toward; 2. to dislike very much |
厌恶;憎恨;讨厌 |
4 | console | /kənˈsoʊl/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) an upright cabinet for electronic equipment; 2. (n.) a control panel; 3. (v.) to comfort someone in distress |
控制台;柜台;安慰;慰藉 |
5 | flak | /flæk/ | n. | 1. anti‑aircraft fire; 2. strong criticism or opposition |
高射炮;严厉批评;抨击 |
6 | ajar | /əˈdʒɑːr/ | adj.; adv. | 1. (adj.) slightly open; 2. (adv.) in a slightly open manner |
微开着的;半开的;微微地开 |
7 | relent | /rɪˈlɛnt/ | v. | 1. to become less severe or intense; 2. to give in or yield after resistance |
减弱;缓和;让步;宽容 |
8 | wayward | /ˈweɪwərd/ | adj. | 1. difficult to control or predict because of unusual behavior; 2. turned away from what is right or proper |
任性的;不定的;难以捉摸的;偏离正道的 |
9 | spout | /spaʊt/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a tubular projection for pouring; 2. (n.) a sudden gush of liquid; 3. (v.) to eject liquid forcefully; 4. (v.) to speak at length, often tediously |
喷口;喷流;吐露;讲个不停;喷出 |
10 | occidental | /ˌɒksɪˈdɛntəl/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) relating to the West (especially Europe/Americas); 2. (n.) a person from the West |
西方的;西方人;西方世界的 |
11 | hallmark | /ˈhɔːlmɑːrk/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) an official mark certifying purity or origin; 2. (n.) a distinguishing characteristic; 3. (v.) to stamp with a hallmark |
品质保证标志;特征;镀印;标志 |
12 | fleeting | /ˈfliːtɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. lasting for a very short time; 2. passing swiftly |
短暂的;稍纵即逝的;转瞬的 |
13 | mania | /ˈmeɪniə/ | n. | 1. an excessive enthusiasm or desire; 2. a psychological state characterized by extreme excitement (in psychiatry) |
狂热;热衷;躁狂症;狂躁 |
14 | majestic | /məˈdʒɛstɪk/ | adj. | 1. having or showing grandeur or dignity; 2. impressively large or beautiful |
庄严的;雄伟的;壮丽的 |
15 | malignant | /məˈlɪɡnənt/ | adj. | 1. (medicine) tending to worsen and cause death; 2. very harmful or dangerous; 3. showing ill will or spite |
恶性的;有害的;恶意的;恶意的 |
2025-07-11
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | electorate | /ɪˈlɛktərət/ | n. | 1. all persons entitled to vote in an election; 2. the body of voters in a specified area |
选举权者;选民;选区的全体选民 |
2 | dividend | /ˈdɪvɪˌdɛnd/ | n. | 1. a portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders; 2. a number to be divided in arithmetic |
红利;股息;(数学)被除数 |
3 | harp | /hɑːrp/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a large stringed musical instrument; 2. (v.) to dwell on or repeatedly mention (an idea) |
竖琴;喋喋不休地谈论 |
4 | grandiose | /ˈɡrændiˌoʊs/ | adj. | 1. impressive or magnificent in appearance or style, often excessively so; 2. affectedly grand or ambitious |
宏伟的;浮夸的;自命不凡的 |
5 | nicotine | /ˈnɪkəˌtiːn/ | n. | 1. an addictive alkaloid found in tobacco plants; 2. a stimulant affecting the nervous system |
尼古丁;刺激性生物碱 |
6 | quell | /kwɛl/ | v. | 1. to put an end to (a disturbance) by force; 2. to calm or pacify |
平息;镇压;缓解;安抚 |
7 | elude | /ɪˈluːd/ | v. | 1. to evade or escape from; 2. to fail to be understood or remembered by |
逃避;躲避;使无法理解;使记不起 |
8 | piracy | /ˈpaɪrəsi/ | n. | 1. the act of robbery or criminal violence at sea; 2. unauthorized use or reproduction of another's work |
海盗行为;海上抢劫;盗版;剽窃 |
9 | varicose | /ˈvɛrɪkoʊs/ | adj. | 1. characterized by varices (swollen veins); 2. affected with or marked by varicose veins |
静脉曲张的;有曲张静脉的 |
10 | nudity | /ˈnuːdɪti/ | n. | 1. the state of being without clothing; 2. depiction of the unclothed human body in art |
裸体;裸露;艺术中的裸体描绘 |
11 | jargon | /ˈdʒɑːrɡən/ | n. | 1. specialized language used by a particular profession; 2. unintelligible or meaningless talk |
行话;术语;行话;难懂的语言 |
12 | zealot | /ˈzɛlət/ | n. | 1. a fanatical and uncompromising supporter of a cause; 2. a person marked by zeal |
狂热者;极端分子;热心者 |
13 | enmity | /ˈɛn.mɪ.ti/ | n. | 1. the state or feeling of being actively opposed; 2. deep-seated hatred or ill will |
敌意;憎恨;仇恨 |
14 | transfigure | /trænsˈfɪɡjər/ | v. | 1. to transform inwardly or outwardly in appearance; 2. to exalt or elevate in spiritual or moral nature |
使变形;使改观;使超凡脱俗 |
15 | gastritis | /ˌɡæstraɪˈtaɪtɪs/ | n. | 1. inflammation of the stomach lining; 2. acute or chronic gastrointestinal disorder |
胃炎;胃粘膜炎;急性或慢性胃病 |
2025-07-10
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | assorted | /əˈsɔːrtɪd/ | adj. | 1. consisting of various kinds; 2. mixed or heterogeneous |
各种各样的;混杂的 |
2 | confederacy | /kənˈfɛdərəsi/ | n. | 1. an alliance of parties or states for a common purpose; 2. a league or coalition; 3. (historical) the Confederate States in the U.S. Civil War |
同盟;联盟;邦联(如美国南部联盟) |
3 | poppy | /ˈpɒpi/ | n. | 1. a flowering plant of the Papaveraceae family; 2. the seed of this plant used in cooking; 3. (slang) opium |
罂粟;罂粟种子;鸦片(俚语) |
4 | bulge | /bʌldʒ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a rounded swelling or protrusion; 2. (v.) to swell out or protrude; 3. (v.) to enforce a sudden increase (e.g., bulge in spending) |
凸起;膨胀;突起;使膨胀;增加 |
5 | estimable | /ˈɛstɪməbl/ | adj. | 1. worthy of respect or admiration; 2. capable of being estimated or assessed |
值得尊敬的;可估计的 |
6 | embezzle | /ɛmˈbɛzəl/ | v. | 1. to fraudulently appropriate funds entrusted to one’s care; 2. to misappropriate property |
挪用;侵占;贪污 |
7 | octopus | /ˈɒktəpəs/ | n. | 1. a marine cephalopod with eight arms; 2. a grasping or controlling organization (figurative) |
章鱼;触角组织(比喻) |
8 | delimit | /dɪˈlɪmɪt/ | v. | 1. to set the boundaries or limits of; 2. to define precisely |
划界;限定;确定界限 |
9 | concede | /kənˈsiːd/ | v. | 1. to admit as true or valid reluctantly; 2. to yield or grant (a right, point, or privilege); 3. to surrender or relinquish |
承认;让步;授予;放弃 |
10 | forbidding | /fəˈbɪdɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. unfriendly or threatening in appearance; 2. difficult to access or approach |
严峻的;令人却步的;令人生畏的 |
11 | lance | /læns/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a long weapon with a metal head; 2. (n.) a surgical instrument for puncturing; 3. (v.) to cut open or pierce (e.g., a boil); 4. (v.) to spear in hunting |
长矛;刺刀;手术刀;切开;刺穿 |
12 | diagonal | /daɪˈæɡənəl/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) slanting or oblique; 2. (n.) a line joining opposite corners; 3. (n.) a diagonal pattern or movement |
对角的;斜的;对角线;斜线;斜纹 |
13 | platoon | /pləˈtuːn/ | n. | 1. a military unit typically of two or more squads; 2. a group acting together for a common purpose |
排;一组;同队人员 |
14 | bravado | /brəˈvɑːdoʊ/ | n. | 1. a show of boldness intended to impress or intimidate; 2. swaggering behavior |
虚张声势;逞能;浮夸的勇气 |
15 | writhe | /raɪð/ | v. | 1. to twist or squirm in pain or discomfort; 2. to make twisting movements (figurative) |
扭动;翻腾;因痛苦而扭动 |
2025-07-09
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | multilateral | /ˌmʌltiˈlætərəl/ | adj. | 1. involving three or more parties or countries; 2. having many sides or aspects |
多边的;多方面的 |
2 | ignominy | /ˈɪɡnəmɪni/ | n. | 1. public shame or disgrace; 2. dishonor or humiliation |
耻辱;丢脸;羞辱 |
3 | dope | /doʊp/ | n.; v.; adj. | 1. (n.) a drug, especially an illegal one; 2. (n.) insider information or tips; 3. (n.) a stupid person (slang); 4. (v.) to administer drugs to someone; 5. (adj.) excellent or cool (slang); 6. (adj.) stupid or dull (slang) |
毒品;情报;傻瓜;给……服药;极好的;愚蠢的 |
4 | wring | /rɪŋ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to twist forcibly to extract liquid; 2. (v.) to squeeze tightly; 3. (v.) to forcefully twist (e.g., one’s hands); 4. (n.) the act of wringing or twisting |
拧干;紧握;使痛苦;拧;扭 |
5 | prominence | /ˈprɒmɪnəns/ | n. | 1. the state of being noticeable or important; 2. a projection or protuberance |
突出;显著;突出部;突出物 |
6 | canny | /ˈkæni/ | adj. | 1. shrewd, astute, and careful; prudent; 2. pleasant or agreeable (Scottish); 3. thrifty, economical |
精明的;谨慎的;(苏格兰)讨人喜欢的;节俭的 |
7 | debris | /ˈdeɪbriː/ | n. | 1. scattered fragments, wreckage; 2. remains of something destroyed |
碎片;残骸;废墟 |
8 | sexist | /ˈsɛksɪst/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) showing prejudice or discrimination based on sex; 2. (n.) a person who holds such views |
性别歧视的;性别歧视者 |
9 | homage | /ˈhɒmɪdʒ/ | n. | 1. special honor or respect shown publicly; 2. a formal acknowledgment of allegiance (historical) |
敬意;尊敬;臣属于领主的宣誓 |
10 | pivot | /ˈpɪvət/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a central point or shaft; 2. (n.) a person or thing of central importance; 3. (v.) to turn or rotate around a point; 4. (v.) to change direction or strategy |
枢轴;中心;关键人物;围绕……转动;调整策略 |
11 | repertoire | /ˈrɛpətwɑːr/ | n. | 1. a list of works (e.g., plays, songs) a performer can do; 2. the full range of skills or behaviors of a person |
全部节目;(个人)全部技能 |
12 | furtive | /ˈfɜːrtɪv/ | adj. | 1. attempting to avoid notice or attention; 2. secretive; sly |
鬼鬼祟祟的;偷偷摸摸的;秘密的 |
13 | suburbanite | /səˈbɜːrbənaɪt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a resident of a suburb; 2. (adj.) relating to suburban life |
市郊居民;郊区的;市郊的 |
14 | frigid | /ˈfrɪdʒɪd/ | adj. | 1. very cold in temperature; 2. lacking warmth of feeling; unemotional; 3. (obsolete) having little or no sexual responsiveness |
严寒的;冷淡的;性冷淡的(过时) |
15 | voluminous | /vəˈluːmɪnəs/ | adj. | 1. occupying much space; large in volume; 2. having great length or fullness (e.g., writing or clothing) |
大量的;宽松的;卷帙浩繁的 |
2025-07-08
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | matron | /ˈmeɪtrən/ | n. | 1. a married woman, especially a dignified older woman; 2. a woman in charge of domestic and nursing affairs; 3. a senior nurse in a hospital |
主妇;妇长;护士长 |
2 | operative | /ˈɒpərətɪv/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) functioning or having effect; 2. (adj.) related to practical work; 3. (n.) a person who works in an organization; 4. (n.) a secret agent or spy; 5. (n.) a surgical operation |
运作的;有效的;技术人员;特工;手术 |
3 | premonition | /ˌprɛməˈnɪʃən/ | n. | 1. a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant; 2. a forewarning or presentiment |
预感;预兆 |
4 | eject | /ɪˈdʒɛkt/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to force or throw out; 2. (v.) to expel from a place or position; 3. (v.) to release from a machine (e.g., eject a CD); 4. (n.) something that has been ejected |
喷出;驱逐;弹出;喷出物 |
5 | euthanasia | /ˌjuːθəˈneɪzjə/ | n. | 1. the painless killing of a patient suffering from an incurable disease or in severe pain; 2. mercy killing |
安乐死;慈悲杀 |
6 | retrieve | /rɪˈtriːv/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to get back or recover; 2. (v.) to recall information; 3. (n.) the act of returning a tennis serve |
取回;恢复;检索;接发球 |
7 | bemoan | /bɪˈmoʊn/ | v. | 1. to express deep sorrow or distress over; 2. to lament or complain about |
哀叹;抱怨;悲叹 |
8 | defraud | /dɪˈfrɔːd/ | v. | 1. to deprive of something by deceit or fraud; 2. to swindle or cheat |
诈骗;欺骗 |
9 | remedial | /rɪˈmiːdiəl/ | adj. | 1. intended to correct or improve skills or knowledge; 2. providing a remedy or cure; 3. relating to remedial education or therapy |
补救的;矫正的;辅助教育的 |
10 | abhor | /əbˈhɔːr/ | v. | 1. to regard with disgust and hatred; 2. to loathe completely |
厌恶;痛恨 |
11 | charismatic | /ˌkærɪzˈmætɪk/ | adj. | 1. possessing an extraordinary ability to attract; 2. having a compelling charm or appeal; 3. (religious) endowed with divine grace or gifts |
有魅力的;有超凡吸引力的;有神恩的 |
12 | viral | /ˈvaɪrəl/ | adj. | 1. relating to or caused by a virus; 2. rapidly and widely spread, especially on the internet |
病毒的;走红的 |
13 | fanciful | /ˈfæn.sɪfəl/ | adj. | 1. overimaginative and unrealistic; 2. decorated or ornamental; 3. existing only in the imagination |
幻想的;华丽的;不切实际的 |
14 | credibility | /ˌkrɛdəˈbɪləti/ | n. | 1. the quality of being trusted and believed in; 2. the power to inspire belief; 3. reliability of a source or claim |
可信度;可靠性;信誉 |
15 | barrister | /ˈbærɪstər/ | n. | 1. a lawyer entitled to practice as an advocate in higher courts; 2. a senior counsel in common‑law jurisdictions |
大律师;出庭律师 |
2025-07-07
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | dilettante | /ˌdɪlɪˈtænti/ | n. | 1. a person who dabbles in an art or field without real commitment or knowledge; 2. an amateur or superficial observer |
业余爱好者;一知半解者 |
2 | conspire | /kənˈspaɪər/ | v. | 1. to make secret plans jointly to commit an unlawful act; 2. (literary) to come together or coincide in a harmful way |
共谋;阴谋;协同发生 |
3 | systematize | /ˈsɪstəˌmætəˌraɪz/ | v. | 1. to arrange or organize according to a system; 2. to make methodical or reduce to a system |
系统化;使成体系 |
4 | haggard | /ˈhæɡərd/ | adj. | 1. looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue or worry; 2. gaunt or wild in appearance |
憔悴的;野性未驯的 |
5 | abiding | /əˈbaɪdɪŋ/ | adj. | 1. enduring, lasting for a long time; 2. (legal) continuing without change |
持久的;永久的;持续不变的 |
6 | nectar | /ˈnɛktər/ | n. | 1. the sweet liquid produced by flowers and eaten by bees; 2. the drink of the gods in classical mythology; 3. a sweet, pulpy fluid of fruits |
花蜜;仙酿;(水果的)汁 |
7 | duo | /ˈduːoʊ/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a pair of people performing together; 2. (n.) two people considered together; 3. (adj.) composed of two parts or members |
二重奏;二人组;双的 |
8 | literate | /ˈlɪtərət/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) able to read and write; 2. (adj.) knowledgeable or educated in a particular field; 3. (n.) a person who can read and write |
有文化的;能读写的;通晓…的;识字者 |
9 | retribution | /ˌrɛtrəˈbjuːʃən/ | n. | 1. punishment inflicted as vengeance for wrongdoing; 2. the act of making repayment |
报应;惩罚;偿还 |
10 | hypocrisy | /hɪˈpɒkrəsi/ | n. | 1. the practice of claiming beliefs or virtues one does not possess; 2. behavior that contradicts stated beliefs |
虚伪;伪善;言行不一 |
11 | invoke | /ɪnˈvoʊk/ | v. | 1. to call on (a deity or spirit) for help or inspiration; 2. to cite or appeal to (a law, authority, or example); 3. to evoke or bring about (a feeling or response) |
祈求;援引;引起 |
12 | girdle | /ˈɡɜːrdəl/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a belt or band worn around the waist; 2. (n.) a encircling structure or region; 3. (v.) to encircle or bind around |
腰带;包围物;环绕;束围 |
13 | concerto | /kənˈtʃɛərtoʊ/ | n. | 1. a musical composition for one or more solo instruments accompanied by orchestra; 2. a performance of such a composition |
协奏曲;协奏曲演出 |
14 | doodle | /ˈduːdəl/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to draw or scribble aimlessly; 2. (v.) to waste time idly; 3. (n.) a simple drawing made absent‑mindedly |
涂鸦;乱画;闲混;涂鸦画 |
15 | deft | /dɛft/ | adj. | 1. neatly skillful and quick in movement; 2. clever or resourceful |
灵巧的;熟练的;机敏的 |
2025-07-06
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | daft | /dæft/ | adj. | 1. foolish or silly; 2. informal: mad or crazy |
愚蠢的;傻的;疯狂的(非正式) |
2 | grisly | /ˈɡrɪzli/ | adj. | 1. causing horror or disgust; 2. gruesome; ghastly |
可怕的;令人毛骨悚然的;骇人听闻的 |
3 | consign | /kənˈsaɪn/ | v. | 1. to deliver into the hands of another; 2. to assign permanently or indefinitely; 3. to send to an undesirable place (e.g., prison) |
托运;委托;交付;打发(到不愉快处所) |
4 | polemic | /pəˈlɛmɪk/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) a strong verbal or written attack; 2. (n.) the art of disputation; 3. (adj.) controversial; disputatious |
论战;辩论;论战的;好辩的 |
5 | precinct | /ˈpriːsɪŋkt/ | n. | 1. a district of a city marked out for administrative purposes; 2. the area within the walls of a church or temple; 3. a voting district |
选区;辖区;(教堂等)腹地;市区 |
6 | sheath | /ʃiːθ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a protective covering for a blade; 2. (n.) a close-fitting cover or case; 3. (v.) to put into a sheath; to encase |
鞘;护套;罩;插入鞘中;包住 |
7 | paraphrase | /ˈpærəˌfreɪz/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to restate in other words; 2. (n.) a restatement of a text or passage |
意译;释义;改述;释义文 |
8 | smolder | /ˈsmoʊldər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to burn slowly without flame; 2. (v.) to show suppressed anger or emotion; 3. (n.) slow, smoky flame |
闷燃;压抑(怒火等);闷燃状态 |
9 | boo | /buː/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to express disapproval by shouting; 2. (v.) to startle someone; 3. (n.) a sound of contempt or surprise |
嘘声;发嘘声;发出嘘声;惊叫声 |
10 | anguish | /ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) severe mental or physical pain; 2. (v.) to cause deep pain or distress |
极度痛苦;苦恼;使极度痛苦 |
11 | ascertain | /ˌæsərˈteɪn/ | v. | 1. to find out definitely; 2. to make certain or verify |
查明;确定;弄清 |
12 | observant | /əbˈzɜːrvənt/ | adj. | 1. quick to notice; perceptive; 2. careful in observing rules or customs |
善于观察的;警觉的;遵守(规则)的 |
13 | hangnail | /ˈhæŋˌneɪl/ | n. | 1. a small flap of torn skin at the edge of a fingernail or toenail | 倒刺;指(趾)甲周围的裂皮 |
14 | mythology | /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/ | n. | 1. a collection of myths; 2. the study of myths; 3. widely held but false beliefs |
神话;神话学;虚构的观念 |
15 | discrete | /dɪˈskriːt/ | adj. | 1. separate and distinct; 2. (math) involving discrete values, not continuous |
分离的;不连续的;离散的 |
2025-07-05
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | trample | /ˈtræmpəl/ | v. | 1. to tread on and crush underfoot; 2. to treat without respect or consideration |
踩踏;践踏;蔑视 |
2 | accessible | /əkˈsɛsəbl/ | adj. | 1. easy to approach, enter, or use; 2. easy to understand; 3. obtainable or reachable |
可进入的;易理解的;可获得的 |
3 | superintend | /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛnd/ | v. | 1. to oversee or direct work or workers; 2. to manage or supervise an operation |
监督;管理;主持 |
4 | tinder | /ˈtɪndər/ | n. | 1. dry material (e.g., twigs) used to start a fire; 2. anything easily ignited |
燧石;点火物;易燃物 |
5 | secluded | /sɪˈkluːdɪd/ | adj. | 1. hidden from view or isolated; 2. quiet and private |
僻静的;隐蔽的;独处的 |
6 | eaves | /iːvz/ | n. | 1. the overhanging lower edges of a roof; 2. (figurative) the outermost parts or margins |
屋檐;檐口;边缘 |
7 | impertinent | /ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənt/ | adj. | 1. rude or disrespectful; 2. not pertinent; irrelevant |
无礼的;鲁莽的;不相关的 |
8 | sophist | /ˈsɒfɪst/ | n. | 1. an ancient Greek teacher of rhetoric; 2. one who uses specious or fallacious reasoning |
诡辩家;狡辩者 |
9 | redundancy | /rɪˈdʌndənsi/ | n. | 1. unnecessary repetition; 2. state of being laid off; 3. backup system for reliability |
多余;冗余;裁员;备用 |
10 | boggle | /ˈbɒɡəl/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to hesitate or be astonished; 2. (v.) to overwhelm with wonder or confusion; 3. (n.) a state of perplexity |
使惊讶;犹豫;迷惑;困惑状态 |
11 | fetter | /ˈfɛtər/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a chain or shackle for the feet; 2. (n.) restraint; 3. (v.) to restrain or restrict movement |
脚镣;束缚;限制;上脚镣 |
12 | hepatitis | /ˌhɛpəˈtaɪtɪs/ | n. | 1. inflammation of the liver; 2. any of several viral liver diseases |
肝炎;肝脏炎症;病毒性肝炎 |
13 | enshrine | /ɪnˈʃraɪn/ | v. | 1. to preserve in a sacred place; 2. to cherish or protect as precious |
奉为神圣;珍藏;铭记 |
14 | salutary | /ˈsæljuːtəri/ | adj. | 1. producing a beneficial effect; 2. promoting health or well‑being |
有益的;有益健康的;有益教训的 |
15 | tedium | /ˈtiːdiəm/ | n. | 1. the state of being tedious or boring; 2. monotony; dullness |
单调;乏味;沉闷 |
2025-07-04
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | prerequisite | /priːˈrɛkwəzɪt/ | n.; adj. | 1. (n.) something required beforehand; 2. (adj.) required as a prior condition |
先决条件;必备的 |
2 | redundant | /rɪˈdʌndənt/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) exceeding what is necessary or normal; 2. (adj.) repetitive in expressing ideas; 3. (n.) a superfluous thing or person laid off |
多余的;累赘的;(被裁员工) |
3 | singe | /sɪndʒ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to burn superficially or lightly; 2. (n.) a slight burn or scorched mark |
轻微烧焦;烙痕 |
4 | manure | /məˈnjʊər/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) animal dung used as fertilizer; 2. (v.) to fertilize land with manure |
肥料;施肥 |
5 | goggle | /ˈɡɒɡəl/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to stare with wide open eyes in amazement; 2. (n.) a protective eyeglass (often plural) |
惊讶地睁大眼睛;护目镜 |
6 | requisition | /ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a formal written request or demand; 2. (v.) to demand or take officially |
征用;正式要求;征用 |
7 | foreground | /ˈfɔː(r)ˌɡraʊnd/ | n.; v.; adj. | 1. (n.) the part of a scene nearest the viewer; 2. (v.) to make prominent or emphasize; 3. (adj.) most noticeable or important |
前景;突出;显著的 |
8 | accountancy | /əˈkaʊntənsi/ | n. | 1. the profession or duties of an accountant; 2. the practice of keeping and auditing financial accounts |
会计职业;会计学 |
9 | scour | /skaʊər/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to clean or polish by hard rubbing; 2. (v.) to search thoroughly; 3. (n.) the act of scouring; a rough, worn place |
擦洗;搜寻;冲刷形成的沟槽 |
10 | intrepid | /ɪnˈtrɛpɪd/ | adj. | 1. fearless and adventurous; bold | 无畏的;勇敢的 |
11 | tether | /ˈtɛðər/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a rope or chain for tying an animal; 2. (v.) to tie an animal with a tether; to restrict movement |
系绳;拴住;限制 |
12 | perjury | /ˈpɜː(r)dʒəri/ | n. | 1. willful lying or false statement under oath in a court of law | 伪证;伪誓 |
13 | canvass | /ˈkænvəs/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to solicit votes or opinions; 2. (v.) to examine carefully; 3. (n.) the act of canvassing; a survey or debate |
拉选票;细查;民意调查 |
14 | honk | /hɒŋk/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to make a loud sound with a horn; 2. (n.) the sound of a horn |
按喇叭;喇叭声 |
15 | salvage | /ˈsælvɪdʒ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) property saved from loss or destruction; 2. (v.) to rescue or recover (goods or property) |
打捞;抢救;抢救出的物资 |
2025-07-03
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | solemnity | /səˈlɛm.nɪ.ti/ | n. | 1. the quality of being serious and dignified; 2. a formal ceremonial event |
严肃;庄重;典礼 |
2 | entwine | /ɛnˈtwaɪn/ | v. | 1. to twist or wind together; 2. to become closely involved or interrelated |
缠绕;交织;紧密联系 |
3 | discreet | /dɪˈskriːt/ | adj. | 1. careful to avoid embarrassment or offense; 2. intentionally unobtrusive or subtle |
谨慎的;慎重的;不引人注意的 |
4 | rift | /rɪft/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a crack, split, or break; 2. (n.) a serious disagreement or estrangement; 3. (v.) to split or break apart; to cause discord |
裂缝;分歧;使分裂 |
5 | trait | /treɪt/ | n. | 1. a distinguishing quality or characteristic | 特征;品质 |
6 | despicable | /dɪˈspɪkəbəl/ | adj. | 1. deserving contempt or scorn; 2. morally reprehensible |
可鄙的;卑劣的 |
7 | gibbon | /ˈɡɪbən/ | n. | 1. a small arboreal ape of the family Hylobatidae; 2. (archaic) any long-armed ape |
长臂猿;(古)大臂猿 |
8 | hermitage | /ˈhɜːrmɪtɪdʒ/ | n. | 1. the dwelling of a hermit; 2. a secluded residence or retreat; 3. a monastery or religious retreat |
隐士住处;隐居地;修道院 |
9 | incessant | /ɪnˈsɛsənt/ | adj. | 1. continuing without interruption; unceasing; 2. ceaselessly ongoing |
不断的;连续不断的 |
10 | cohesive | /koʊˈhiːsɪv/ | adj. | 1. forming a united whole; 2. characterized by or causing cohesion |
有凝聚力的;粘合性的 |
11 | artful | /ˈɑːrtfəl/ | adj. | 1. clever or skillful in achieving a goal; 2. crafty, wily, or cunning; 3. exhibiting artistic skill |
巧妙的;狡猾的;有艺术性的 |
12 | captivate | /ˈkæptɪveɪt/ | v. | 1. to attract and hold the interest or attention of; 2. to charm or enchant |
吸引;迷住;使着迷 |
13 | cranky | /ˈkræŋki/ | adj. | 1. easily irritated or annoyed; 2. ill-tempered or peevish; 3. eccentric or odd |
易怒的;脾气坏的;古怪的 |
14 | imbecility | /ˌɪmbəˈsɪləti/ | n. | 1. extreme stupidity or silliness; 2. a foolish act or remark |
愚蠢;糊涂;愚笨的行为 |
15 | bypass | /ˈbaɪpæs/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a road or channel passing around a place; 2. (n.) an alternative route or means; 3. (v.) to go around or avoid; 4. (v.) to circumvent a rule or restriction |
旁路;迂回道路;绕过;避开;规避 |
2025-07-02
Index | Word | Pronunciation | Part of Speech | Explanation | Translation in Chinese |
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1 | divergent | /daɪˈvɜːrdʒənt/ | adj. | 1. moving or extending in different directions from a common point; 2. differing from a standard or from each other |
分歧的;相异的;背离的 |
2 | auspicious | /ɔːˈspɪʃəs/ | adj. | 1. conducive to success; favorable; 2. showing or suggesting that future success is likely |
吉祥的;有利的;幸运的 |
3 | stub | /stʌb/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) the short remaining part of something (ticket, pencil, etc.); 2. (n.) a tree stump; 3. (v.) to extinguish (a cigarette) by pressing; to stub one’s toe |
残余部分;树桩;熄灭;(脚)趾撞到 |
4 | dawdle | /ˈdɔːdəl/ | v. | 1. to waste time by being slow or idle; 2. to move slowly and aimlessly |
磨蹭;闲逛;拖拖拉拉 |
5 | gush | /ɡʌʃ/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to flow out suddenly and in large amounts; 2. (v.) to speak with exaggerated enthusiasm; 3. (n.) a sudden abundant flow |
涌出;滔滔不绝地说;喷涌;迸发 |
6 | peek | /piːk/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to look quickly or furtively; 2. (n.) a quick or secretive glance |
偷看;窥视;一瞥;匆匆一看 |
7 | methodology | /ˌmɛθəˈdɒlədʒi/ | n. | 1. a system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity; 2. the analysis of such methods |
方法学;方法论;方法系统 |
8 | flinch | /flɪntʃ/ | v. | 1. to make a quick involuntary movement in response to fear or pain; 2. to shrink back or hesitate |
退缩;畏缩;闪避 |
9 | tantamount | /ˈtæntəmaʊnt/ | adj. | 1. equivalent in value, significance, or effect | 同等的;相当于…的 |
10 | depose | /dɪˈpoʊz/ | v. | 1. to remove from office or power; 2. to testify or give evidence under oath; 3. to make a written statement (legal) |
罢免;废黜;(宣誓)作证;作书面证词 |
11 | squeamish | /ˈskwiːmɪʃ/ | adj. | 1. easily made to feel sick or disgusted; 2. excessively fastidious or refined; 3. easily offended or upset |
易恶心的;过分讲究的;易受惊的 |
12 | evacuate | /ɪˈvækjueɪt/ | v. | 1. to remove people or things from a dangerous place; 2. to empty a building or area; 3. to discharge waste from the body |
疏散;撤离;排空;排泄 |
13 | declaim | /dɪˈkleɪm/ | v. | 1. to speak rhetorically or passionately; 2. to recite a speech or poem aloud |
雄辩演说;高声朗诵;慷慨陈词 |
14 | husk | /hʌsk/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds; 2. (n.) a worthless outer layer; 3. (v.) to remove the husk or outer covering |
壳;糠;外皮;剥壳 |
15 | rouse | /raʊz/ | v.; n. | 1. (v.) to awaken or stir up; 2. (v.) to incite to action; 3. (n.) an act of arousing or waking |
唤醒;激起;鼓舞;觉醒 |
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1 | tenet | /ˈtɛnɪt/ | n. | 1. a principle or belief held to be true | 原则;信条 |
2 | audition | /ɔːˈdɪʃən/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a trial performance to evaluate skill; 2. (v.) to perform or test for a role |
试演;面试;试奏;试演(动) |
3 | omelet | /ˈɒmlət/ | n. | 1. beaten eggs fried into a flat cake | 煎蛋卷 |
4 | hearten | /ˈhɑː(r)tən/ | v. | 1. to give courage or confidence; to encourage | 鼓舞;使振作 |
5 | redraw | /ˌriːˈdrɔː/ | v. | 1. to draw again; 2. to revise a drawing or plan |
重新画;重绘;改绘 |
6 | lucid | /ˈluːsɪd/ | adj. | 1. expressed clearly; easy to understand; 2. mentally clear; rational; 3. (archaic) bright or luminous |
清晰的;明了的;头脑清醒的;明亮的(古) |
7 | sultry | /ˈsʌltri/ | adj. | 1. hot and humid; 2. attractive in a way that suggests a passionate nature |
闷热的;风骚的;性感的 |
8 | carp | /kɑːp/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a freshwater fish; 2. (v.) to complain or find fault continually |
鲤鱼;抱怨;挑剔 |
9 | hydrocarbon | /ˌhaɪdrəʊˈkɑːbən/ | n. | 1. a compound consisting of hydrogen and carbon atoms only | 碳氢化合物 |
10 | cathode | /ˈkæθəʊd/ | n. | 1. the negatively charged electrode in a device; 2. (in electrolysis) the electrode at which reduction occurs |
阴极;阴极(电解) |
11 | fig | /fɪɡ/ | n.; v. | 1. (n.) a soft sweet fruit with many seeds; 2. (n.) an unimportant or insignificant thing; 3. (v.) to set a horse going at a gallop |
无花果;无价值的东西;使马快跑 |
12 | senile | /ˈsiːnaɪl/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) showing decline of physical or mental faculties due to old age; 2. (n.) a person affected by senility |
年老昏愦的;衰老的;老年人 |
13 | incriminate | /ɪnˈkrɪmɪneɪt/ | v. | 1. to make appear guilty of or responsible for a crime | 归罪于;使负罪 |
14 | adept | /əˈdɛpt/ | adj.; n. | 1. (adj.) highly skilled or proficient; 2. (n.) a person who is skilled or an expert |
熟练的;擅长的;能手;专家 |
15 | evict | /ɪˈvɪkt/ | v. | 1. to expel someone from property by legal process; 2. to recover (a debt, land, etc.) by legal process |
驱逐;赶出;依法收回(财产) |