英语背单词 专八词汇 中英对照 2025年09月
2025-09-30
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | literal | /ˈlɪtərəl/ | adjective | representing the exact words or meaning without exaggeration or metaphor; straightforward or factual | 字面上的；按字面意思的 |
| 2 | sanctum | /ˈsæŋktəm/ | noun | a sacred or private place where one can seek refuge or solace; a place of safety or seclusion | 圣所；私密场所 |
| 3 | ethereal | /ɪˈθɪərɪəl/ | adjective | extremely delicate, light, and airy, as if too perfect for this world; spiritual or otherworldly | 飘渺的；超凡的；虚幻的 |
| 4 | transcend | /trænˈsɛnd/ | verb | to go beyond or rise above the limits of something; to surpass or exceed | 超越；超出；胜过 |
| 5 | ramification | /ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ | noun | the consequences or results of an action or event, especially those that are complex or not immediately obvious | 结果；影响；后果 |
| 6 | deviation | /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/ | noun | the act of departing from an established course or standard; a variation from the norm or expected behavior | 偏差；背离；差异 |
| 7 | Titanic | /taɪˈtænɪk/ | adjective | of enormous size, strength, or power; monumental or massive; famously associated with the Titanic shipwreck | 巨大的；庞大的；泰坦的 |
| 8 | constancy | /ˈkɒnstənsi/ | noun | the quality of being unchanging, steady, or unwavering; consistency or persistence over time | 恒定性；坚定不移 |
| 9 | pertinent | /ˈpɜːtɪnənt/ | adjective | relevant or applicable to a particular matter; directly related to the subject at hand | 相关的；恰当的；切题的 |
| 10 | slur | /slɜːr/ | noun / verb | (n) an insult or disparaging remark; (v) to speak in a careless, unclear, or disparaging manner; to defame or tarnish someone's reputation | 污蔑；诽谤；侮辱（名）；含糊不清地说（动） |
| 11 | qualm | /kwɑːm/ | noun | a sudden feeling of doubt, worry, or uneasiness, often about the morality of an action | 疑虑；不安；良心的责备 |
| 12 | relapse | /rɪˈlæps/ | noun / verb | (n) a return to a previous state, especially after a period of improvement (often used in the context of illness or addiction); (v) to fall back into a previous condition | 复发；恶化；倒退（名）；复发；退步（动） |
| 13 | constraint | /kənˈstreɪnt/ | noun | the state of being restricted or limited by something; a restriction or limitation on freedom, action, or expression | 约束；限制；束缚 |
| 14 | barricade | /ˈbærɪkeɪd/ | noun / verb | (n) a structure or barrier used to block or defend against something; (v) to block off or protect by constructing a barricade | 路障；障碍物；（动）设路障；封锁 |
| 15 | neon | /ˈniːɒn/ | noun | a chemical element used in neon lights; a brightly glowing gas used for signage and illumination; brightly colored or illuminated | 霓虹；霓虹灯；霓虹气体 |
2025-09-29
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | lunacy | /ˈluːnəsi/ | noun | extreme foolishness or irrational behavior; insanity or madness | 疯狂；精神错乱；荒唐 |
| 2 | contingency | /kənˈtɪndʒənsi/ | noun | a future event or situation that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty; a backup plan for unforeseen situations | 偶然事件；应急情况；意外 |
| 3 | gimmick | /ˈɡɪmɪk/ | noun | a clever or unusual device or trick used to attract attention or create a specific effect, often seen as superficial | 花招；噱头；小伎俩 |
| 4 | colt | /koʊlt/ | noun | a young male horse, usually under four years of age; can also refer to a young man in informal contexts | 小公马；小马驹；年轻男子（俚语） |
| 5 | measurable | /ˈmɛʒərəbl/ | adjective | capable of being measured or quantified; having a defined scale or magnitude | 可测量的；可度量的 |
| 6 | odds | /ɒdz/ | noun | the likelihood or probability of an event happening; a ratio expressing the probability of one outcome versus another | 几率；赔率；可能性 |
| 7 | nutrient | /ˈnjuːtrɪənt/ | noun | a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life | 营养物；营养成分 |
| 8 | viola | /vaɪˈoʊlə/ | noun | a stringed musical instrument, similar to the violin but larger, with a deeper sound | 中提琴；小提琴 |
| 9 | demeanor | /dɪˈmiːnər/ | noun | a person's outward behavior, conduct, or manner, especially with regard to their attitude toward others | 举止；态度；行为 |
| 10 | deify | /ˈdiːɪfaɪ/ | verb | to treat someone or something as divine or god-like; to worship or exalt excessively | 神化；崇拜；奉为神明 |
| 11 | fetid | /ˈfɛtɪd/ | adjective | having an extremely unpleasant or offensive odor | 恶臭的；腐臭的 |
| 12 | ethical | /ˈɛθɪkəl/ | adjective | relating to moral principles or the branch of philosophy dealing with what is morally right and wrong | 伦理的；道德的 |
| 13 | dislodge | /dɪsˈlɒdʒ/ | verb | to force something out of its place or position; to remove or displace something from a particular position | 驱逐；移除；使脱离 |
| 14 | stupendous | /stjuːˈpɛndəs/ | adjective | extremely impressive or large in size, degree, or magnitude; causing awe or astonishment | 惊人的；巨大的；可怕的 |
| 15 | concur | /kənˈkɜːr/ | verb | to agree or be in harmony with someone or something; to occur at the same time | 同意；一致；同时发生 |
2025-09-28
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | impel | /ɪmˈpɛl/ | verb | to drive or urge forward; to compel or motivate someone or something to take action | 驱使；促使；推动 |
| 2 | dilate | /daɪˈleɪt/ | verb | to make or become wider, larger, or more open; to expand in size or volume | 扩展；膨胀；放大 |
| 3 | hobble | /ˈhɒbl/ | verb | to walk with difficulty, typically due to injury or illness; to impede or restrict movement | 蹒跚；跛行；限制 |
| 4 | quash | /kwɒʃ/ | verb | to reject or void, especially by legal or authoritative action; to suppress or end something with force | 宣布无效；镇压；废除 |
| 5 | quantum | /ˈkwɒntəm/ | noun | a discrete quantity of energy or matter; a significant or substantial amount of something | 量子；（物理）量；巨大的数量 |
| 6 | provident | /ˈprɒvɪdənt/ | adjective | making provision for the future; showing foresight and careful planning, especially with regard to money or resources | 有远见的；节俭的 |
| 7 | novice | /ˈnɒvɪs/ | noun | a person who is new to or inexperienced in a particular activity or field; a beginner | 新手；初学者；初学者 |
| 8 | inflamed | /ɪnˈfleɪmd/ | adjective | red, swollen, or hot, often due to injury or infection; filled with strong feelings, especially anger or passion | 发炎的；激怒的；红肿的 |
| 9 | congenital | /kənˈdʒɛnɪtl/ | adjective | existing at or from birth; inherent or natural, often referring to a disease or condition | 先天的；天生的 |
| 10 | bereaved | /bɪˈriːvd/ | adjective | having lost someone close, especially through death; mourning the loss of a loved one | 丧失亲人的；失去亲人的 |
| 11 | lexical | /ˈlɛksɪkəl/ | adjective | relating to the words or vocabulary of a language; pertaining to dictionaries or lexicons | 词汇的；字典的 |
| 12 | degenerate | /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/ | verb / adjective | (v) to decline in quality, strength, or condition; (adj) having deteriorated or fallen to a lower state or standard | 退化；堕落；变坏 |
| 13 | mutant | /ˈmjuːtənt/ | noun / adjective | (n) an organism or gene resulting from mutation; (adj) resulting from or exhibiting mutation | 突变体；变种；突变的 |
| 14 | problematic | /ˌprɒblɪˈmætɪk/ | adjective | involving or presenting problems; uncertain or difficult to deal with; causing difficulties | 有问题的；有困难的；难处理的 |
| 15 | patchy | /ˈpætʃi/ | adjective | uneven or irregular in quality, quantity, or appearance; characterized by patches or inconsistent coverage | 不均匀的；零散的；片段的 |
2025-09-27
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | haven | /ˈheɪvən/ | noun | a safe or sheltered place (harbour, refuge); a place providing comfort or sanctuary; (fig.) a condition or situation offering relief | 避风港；庇护所；安全的地方；安宁处 |
| 2 | mermaid | /ˈmɜːrmeɪd/ | noun | a mythical aquatic creature with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish; (fig.) an attractive, alluring woman (literary/colloquial) | 美人鱼；（比喻）迷人的女子 |
| 3 | transfuse | /trænsˈfjuːz/ | verb | to transfer (blood or other fluid) into a vein or body; to instill or introduce (qualities, ideas) into someone or something | 输（血等）；注入；灌输（思想/品质） |
| 4 | forebode | /fɔːrˈboʊd/ | verb | to be a sign or omen of (something bad); to predict or indicate in advance (often with an ominous sense) | 预示；预感（常指不祥之兆） |
| 5 | ardor | /ˈɑːrdər/ | noun | great warmth of feeling, passion, or enthusiasm; intense devotion or eagerness (can be romantic or zealous) | 热情；激情；热忱；热烈 |
| 6 | synoptic | /sɪˈnɒptɪk/ | adjective | providing a general summary or overview; relating to a synopsis; (in meteorology) relating to large-scale weather systems; (Biblical) referring to the first three Gospels (the Synoptic Gospels) | 概要的；概括性的；（气象）总体的；（圣经）对观的 |
| 7 | clinch | /klɪntʃ/ | verb / noun | (v) to make final or settle (an agreement, victory); to fasten or secure firmly (hold together); (n) the act of securing or a decisive moment | 敲定；使结束；夹住固定；（名）关键时刻；扭打中的抱住 |
| 8 | jeopardize | /ˈdʒɛpə(r)ˌdaɪz/ | verb | to put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure; to endanger | 危及；使受危险；危害 |
| 9 | interlock | /ˌɪntərˈlɒk/ | verb / noun | (v) to engage with each other by overlapping or fitting together; to connect so that parts move or work together; (n) a device or arrangement that locks parts together | 连锁；互锁；相互连接；（名）联锁装置 |
| 10 | remorse | /rɪˈmɔːrs/ | noun | deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; a sense of sorrow and self-reproach | 懊悔；悔恨；自责 |
| 11 | rig | /rɪɡ/ | noun / verb | (n) equipment or apparatus (oil rig, sailing rig); an unfair or fraudulent device or scheme; (v) to set up, equip, or manipulate (sometimes illicitly, e.g., rig an election) | 装备；钻井架；装置；（名）骗局；（动）操纵；装配 |
| 12 | hierarchy | /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/ | noun | a system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority; graded order | 等级制度；层级；统治集团；阶级体系 |
| 13 | metallurgy | /ˈmɛtəlɜːrdʒi/ | noun | the science and technology of metals: their extraction, processing, properties, and production of alloys; applied metalworking knowledge | 冶金学；冶金术；金属加工学 |
| 14 | flank | /flæŋk/ | noun / verb | (n) the side of a person, animal, or object between the ribs and the hip; the side of a military formation; (v) to be situated at the side of; to attack from the side | 侧面；胁；侧翼；（动）位于…侧面；从侧面攻击 |
| 15 | buggy | /ˈbʌɡi/ | adjective / noun | (adj) full of bugs (in software) or unstable; (n) a small lightweight vehicle (baby buggy, horse-drawn buggy); (informal) a small off-road vehicle | （程序）有缺陷的；小车；婴儿车；马车；越野小车 |
2025-09-26
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | showy | /ˈʃoʊi/ | adjective | ostentatiously attractive or impressive; gaudy or flashy in appearance; attracting attention by being elaborate | 炫耀的；显眼的；华而不实的 |
| 2 | magnitude | /ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ | noun | the great size, extent, or importance of something; in science, a measure of brightness (astronomy) or strength (earthquake magnitude) | 大小；重要性；规模；（地震）震级；（天文）星等 |
| 3 | endanger | /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/ | verb | to put someone or something at risk of harm, loss, or extinction; to expose to danger | 危及；使处于危险；使有危险 |
| 4 | snigger | /ˈsnɪɡər/ | verb / noun | to laugh in a covert or disrespectful way, often at someone else's expense (a smothered or suppressed laugh); the act of such a laugh | 窃笑；暗笑；嘲笑（的笑声） |
| 5 | latch | /lætʃ/ | noun / verb | (n) a sliding or fastening device that holds a door, gate, or lid closed; (v) to fasten with a latch; (v) (fig.) to seize on or cling to an idea | 插销；闩；栓上；锁住；抓住（比喻） |
| 6 | repentance | /rɪˈpɛntəns/ | noun | the feeling of sincere regret or remorse for wrongdoing accompanied by a desire to make amends and change one's behavior | 悔改；悔恨；忏悔 |
| 7 | mileometer | /ˌmaɪliˈɒmɪtər/ | noun | a device that measures distance traveled in miles (synonymous with odometer in some dialects); used in vehicles to record mileage | 英里计（里程表）；里程计 |
| 8 | equitable | /ˈɛkwɪtəbl/ | adjective | fair and impartial; characterized by equity or justice; reasonable and balanced in treatment or distribution | 公平的；公正的；合理的 |
| 9 | artifact | /ˈɑːrtɪfækt/ | noun | a man-made object of historical or archaeological interest; an effect or distortion introduced by a technique or instrument (e.g., imaging artifact) | 人工制品；文物；（技术/图像中的）伪像/假象 |
| 10 | erratic | /ɪˈrætɪk/ | adjective | not regular or consistent; unpredictable; wandering or having no fixed course (also: geological term for a rock transported from its place of origin) | 不稳定的；古怪的；不规律的；漂移石（地质学） |
| 11 | orbital | /ˈɔːrbɪtəl/ | adjective / noun | relating to an orbit or the path of one body around another (astronomy/space); (n) an orbital region (anatomy: eye socket is orbital) | 轨道的；围绕轨道的；（名）眼眶区/轨道区 |
| 12 | cram | /kræm/ | verb | to stuff or pack tightly into a space; to study intensively over a short period (cram for an exam); to force-feed | 填满；塞进；临时抱佛脚（突击复习）；强行喂食 |
| 13 | phosphorus | /ˈfɒsfərəs/ | noun | a chemical element (P) essential for life, used in fertilizers; some allotropes are highly reactive and glow in the dark (phosphorescence) | 磷；磷元素；（用于化肥等） |
| 14 | depository | /dɪˈpɒzɪtəri/ | noun | a place where something is kept or deposited for safekeeping (bank depository, archive); a receptacle or repository | 存放处；保管处；储藏所；存款处 |
| 15 | funk | /fʌŋk/ | noun / verb | (n) a state of deep dejection or fear; a style of popular music (funk); (v) to be afraid of or shy away from something | 沮丧；恐惧；放克音乐；退缩；畏缩 |
2025-09-25
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | divisive | /dɪˈvaɪsɪv/ | adjective | causing disagreement or hostility that tends to divide a group; creating divisions or discord | 造成分裂的；引起纷争的 |
| 2 | glacial | /ˈɡleɪʃəl/ | adjective | relating to glaciers; very slow in movement or progress; extremely cold or unemotional in manner | 冰川的；缓慢的；寒冷的；冷淡的 |
| 3 | clot | /klɒt/ | noun / verb | (n) a thickened mass (blood clot) or lump; (v) to form into a lump or clot; (informal) a stupid person | 凝块；血块；凝结；（非正式）笨蛋 |
| 4 | mediate | /ˈmiːdieɪt/ | verb / adjective | (v) to intervene between parties to bring about agreement or reconciliation; (adj) acting through an intermediate agency or instrument | 调解；斡旋；居间的；通过中介的 |
| 5 | ranger | /ˈreɪndʒər/ | noun | a keeper or guardian of a park or forest (park ranger); a member of a military or paramilitary unit (e.g., army ranger); a person who ranges over an area | 护林员；（军队）游骑兵/突击队员；巡逻者 |
| 6 | frivolity | /frɪˈvɒlɪti/ | noun | light-heartedness or lack of seriousness; silly or trivial behavior or entertainment | 轻佻；轻浮；无聊的娱乐；琐事 |
| 7 | incarnate | /ɪnˈkɑːrnət/ | adjective / verb | (adj) embodied in flesh; given a bodily, especially human, form; (v) to give concrete or bodily form to an idea or quality | 化身的；具象化；（使）体现 |
| 8 | likeness | /ˈlaɪknəs/ | noun | the state of being like or similar; a representation or portrait of someone (photo, painting); resemblance | 相似；像；肖像；相貌 |
| 9 | repine | /rɪˈpaɪn/ | verb | to feel or express discontent or dejection; to fret or complain about something (often literary) | 抱怨；不满；忧愁（多见书面语） |
| 10 | sham | /ʃæm/ | noun / adjective / verb | (n) something false or counterfeit; (adj) not genuine; (v) to pretend or fabricate | 假象；伪装；虚假的；伪造；假装 |
| 11 | infantile | /ˈɪnfəntaɪl/ | adjective | relating to infants; childish or immature in behavior or thinking (often pejorative) | 幼儿的；幼稚的；孩子气的 |
| 12 | humus | /ˈhjuːməs/ | noun | the dark organic material in soil formed by decomposition of vegetable matter, important for fertility | 腐殖质；腐植土；有机土壤层 |
| 13 | encase | /ɪnˈkeɪs/ | verb | to enclose or cover something completely in a case or wrapping; to surround or sheath | 包住；把……装入容器；包封 |
| 14 | pang | /pæŋ/ | noun | a sudden sharp physical or emotional pain or pang of feeling (e.g., pangs of guilt, hunger pangs) | （突发的）剧痛；一阵剧烈的（情感/饥饿）痛楚 |
| 15 | telling | /ˈtɛlɪŋ/ | adjective / noun | (adj) significant or revealing in effect; having a striking impact; (n, archaic) the act of telling | 有力的；显著的；（能）说明问题的；（名，少用）叙述 |
2025-09-24
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | specter | /ˈspɛktər/ | noun | a ghost or spirit, especially one that haunts or appears after death; a haunting or disturbing presence or thought | 鬼魂；幽灵；可怕的存在 |
| 2 | devious | /ˈdiːviəs/ | adjective | showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals; morally wrong or dishonest; indirect or winding | 狡猾的；不正当的；弯曲的 |
| 3 | dishonor | /dɪsˈɒnər/ | noun / verb | (n) loss of reputation or respect; (v) to bring shame or disgrace to someone or something | 耻辱；不名誉；使蒙羞 |
| 4 | plight | /plaɪt/ | noun | a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation | 困境；困苦；境况 |
| 5 | outweigh | /aʊtˈweɪ/ | verb | to be greater in weight, importance, or significance than something else | 超过；比……更重要 |
| 6 | probation | /prəˈbeɪʃən/ | noun | a trial period during which someone's behavior is monitored (e.g., a probationary period in employment or after a criminal sentence) | 试用期；缓刑；考察期 |
| 7 | swine | /swaɪn/ | noun | domestic pigs, or a derogatory term used for a person regarded as immoral or unpleasant | 猪；（贬义）下流的人 |
| 8 | rigorous | /ˈrɪɡərəs/ | adjective | thorough and accurate; harsh and severe (in conditions, rules, or climates); strict or demanding | 严格的；严峻的；彻底的 |
| 9 | susceptible | /səˈsɛptɪbəl/ | adjective | likely to be influenced or harmed by something; vulnerable to something (diseases, emotions, etc.) | 易受影响的；易受伤害的 |
| 10 | celestial | /sɪˈlɛstɪəl/ | adjective | relating to the sky or heavens; heavenly or divine in nature | 天上的；天空的；神圣的 |
| 11 | amicable | /ˈæmɪkəbl/ | adjective | having a friendly and pleasant manner, especially in situations where there could be conflict | 友好的；和蔼的；无敌意的 |
| 12 | elemental | /ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəl/ | adjective | relating to the basic elements or forces of nature; fundamental or essential; raw and powerful | 基本的；元素的；自然力量的 |
| 13 | chauvinism | /ˈʃoʊvɪnɪzəm/ | noun | exaggerated or aggressive patriotism, often leading to prejudice or bias against other nations or groups | 沙文主义；盲目爱国主义；偏见 |
| 14 | drone | /droʊn/ | noun / verb | (n) a male bee that does not work but mates with the queen; an unmanned aerial vehicle; (v) to make a low, monotonous sound; to speak in a dull, continuous tone | 雄蜂；无人机；嗡嗡声；单调的声音（动） |
| 15 | bay | /beɪ/ | noun / verb | (n) a body of water partially enclosed by land; (v) to bark or howl loudly, especially a dog or wolf; to force someone into a corner or situation with no escape | 海湾；港湾；狗吠声；逼近（动） |
2025-09-23
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
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| 1 | impetus | /ˈɪmpɪtəs/ | noun | something that drives or motivates a process or action; a force or energy that initiates movement or stimulates activity | 推动力；动力；刺激 |
| 2 | dub | /dʌb/ | verb / noun | (v) to give a name or title to someone or something; (n) a nickname or a title, especially one given informally | 起绰号；命名；配音（电影）；（名）昵称；配音 |
| 3 | headdress | /ˈhɛdˌdrɛs/ | noun | an ornamental covering or decoration for the head, often used in ceremonial or cultural contexts | 头饰；头巾；头部装饰 |
| 4 | howler | /ˈhaʊlər/ | noun | someone or something that makes a loud noise, especially in a comical or foolish way; a mistake that is extremely obvious or ridiculous | 大声喊叫的人；极大错误；荒谬的错误 |
| 5 | stallion | /ˈstælɪən/ | noun | a male horse, especially one that is used for breeding | 种马；公马 |
| 6 | extraterrestrial | /ˌɛkstrətəˈrɛstrɪəl/ | adjective / noun | (adj) relating to beings or phenomena outside of Earth; (n) a being from another planet or outer space | 外星的；地外的；外星人 |
| 7 | multitude | /ˈmʌltɪtjuːd/ | noun | a large number or great quantity of things or people; a crowd or mass | 大量；众多；人群 |
| 8 | Baroque | /bəˈroʊk/ | adjective / noun | (adj) relating to an elaborate style of art, architecture, and music from the 17th to early 18th centuries, characterized by dramatic, detailed, and often extravagant ornamentation; (n) the period of this style | 巴洛克（风格）；巴洛克艺术；巴洛克时期 |
| 9 | genesis | /ˈdʒɛnəsɪs/ | noun | the origin or mode of formation of something; the beginning or creation of something | 起源；创始；发生 |
| 10 | jingle | /ˈdʒɪŋɡəl/ | noun / verb | (n) a short, catchy tune or sound, often used in advertising; (v) to make a ringing sound, or to compose a short, catchy tune | 铃声；广告歌；发出叮当声；创作广告歌 |
| 11 | holocaust | /ˈhɒləkɔːst/ | noun | a large-scale destruction, often by fire; a devastating or widespread disaster; specifically refers to the mass genocide of Jews during World War II | 大屠杀；浩劫；（特别指二战犹太人大屠杀） |
| 12 | rookie | /ˈrʊki/ | noun | a beginner or novice in a particular field, especially a new member of a sports team or a fresh recruit in a profession | 新手；菜鸟；新人 |
| 13 | furrow | /ˈfʌroʊ/ | noun / verb | (n) a long, narrow trench or groove, especially one made in the ground by a plow; (v) to make such a groove or wrinkle | 犁沟；车辙；皱纹；（动）耕作；使起皱 |
| 14 | implant | /ˈɪmplænt/ | noun / verb | (n) a device or material inserted into the body for medical purposes, such as a pacemaker; (v) to insert or embed something into the body or another substance | 植入物；种植；植入 |
| 15 | eavesdrop | /ˈiːvzdrɒp/ | verb | to secretly listen to someone's private conversation without their knowledge or permission | 偷听；窃听 |
2025-09-22
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | buff | /bʌf/ | noun / verb / adjective | (n) an enthusiast or expert (film buff); a smooth polishing cloth or substance; (v) to polish to a shine; (adj) having a pale yellow-brown colour (buff), or well-muscled/toned in informal use | 爱好者；擦亮；擦光；土黄褐色；（口）健美的 |
| 2 | sinew | /ˈsɪnjuː/ | noun / verb | (n) a tendon (connective tissue) or figuratively the strength, power, or resilience of something; (v) to strengthen or supply with sinew (figurative: to give strength) | 肌腱；力量；精力；（动）使强健 |
| 3 | sheaf | /ʃiːf/ | noun | a bundle of grain stalks bound together after reaping; by extension, a bundle of papers or similar items tied together | 束；（一）捆（谷物或文件等） |
| 4 | hypertension | /ˌhaɪpə(r)ˈtɛnʃən/ | noun | abnormally high blood pressure; clinically important cardiovascular condition (often chronic) that increases risk of heart disease and stroke | 高血压；血压升高 |
| 5 | quaver | /ˈkweɪvər/ | verb / noun | (v) to tremble or shake, especially the voice (with emotion or nervousness); (n) a trembling sound or, in British music terminology, an eighth note | （声音）颤抖；发颤音；颤音（音符：八分音符） |
| 6 | lavish | /ˈlævɪʃ/ | adjective / verb | (adj) very generous, extravagant, or abundant; (v) to give or bestow in profusion or extravagance (lavish praise) | 奢华的；丰富的；慷慨给予；大量给予 |
| 7 | discernible | /dɪˈsɜːrnəb(ə)l/ | adjective | able to be perceived, noticed, or recognized; detectable by the senses or intellect | 可识别的；可察觉的；能看出的 |
| 8 | dank | /dæŋk/ | adjective | damp, humid, and usually unpleasantly cold (a dank cellar); (informal) of excellent quality (slang, different register) | 潮湿阴冷的；（贬）阴湿的；（非正式，俚语）极好的 |
| 9 | bipartisan | /ˌbaɪˈpɑːrtɪzən/ | adjective | involving or supported by two political parties, especially the two major parties in a legislature; characterized by cooperation across party lines | 两党共同的；两党合作的；跨党派的 |
| 10 | hierarchical | /ˌhaɪəˈrɑːkɪkəl/ | adjective | arranged in order of rank or status; relating to a hierarchy or system with graded levels of authority | 等级制度的；分层的；层级的 |
| 11 | wry | /raɪ/ | adjective | droll or mocking in a dry, often ironic way; twisted or bent (literal archaic sense); expressing dry, sardonic humour | 讽刺的；挖苦的；歪曲的（古义） |
| 12 | sterilize | /ˈstɛrəˌlaɪz/ | verb | to make free from bacteria or other living microorganisms (medical/technical); to make incapable of reproduction (e.g., sterilize animals); to remove productive capacity | 消毒；灭菌；使不育；使无菌 |
| 13 | punitive | /ˈpjuːnɪtɪv/ | adjective | intended as punishment; inflicting or aiming to inflict a penalty or retribution | 惩罚性的；处罚的；刑罚性的 |
| 14 | melodrama | /ˌmɛləˈdrɑːmə/ | noun | a dramatic work that emphasizes plot and sensationalism over characterization; exaggerated emotions and stereotyped characters; an overly sentimental or sensational story | 情节剧；俗套戏剧；耸人听闻的故事；煽情剧 |
| 15 | gruff | /ɡrʌf/ | adjective | (of voice or manner) rough, brusque, or stern; bluntly rude but sometimes kindly underneath | 粗哑的（声音）；粗暴的；不友好的；粗鲁但可能心地好 |
2025-09-21
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Halloween | /ˌhæləˈwiːn/ | noun | the evening of October 31st when people (especially children) dress in costumes and go trick-or-treating; the holiday preceding All Saints' Day; associated customs and celebrations | 万圣节前夕（10月31日）；万圣节庆祝活动；化妆游行 |
| 2 | ultrasonic | /ˌʌltrəˈsɒnɪk/ | adjective / noun | (adj) relating to sound waves above the human hearing range; (n) an ultrasonic device or the use of ultrasound for imaging or cleaning | 超声波的；超声的；超声装置（名） |
| 3 | quarantine | /ˈkwɒrəntiː/ | noun / verb | (n) a period of enforced isolation to prevent spread of disease; (v) to isolate a person, animal, or thing to prevent contagion or contamination | 检疫；隔离期；使隔离；检疫（动） |
| 4 | notification | /ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ | noun | a formal or informal notice or alert informing someone of something (e.g., message, alert, official notice) | 通知；通告；提醒；告知 |
| 5 | hoax | /hoʊks/ | noun / verb | (n) a deliberate deception or trick designed to fool people (false story, prank); (v) to deceive or trick someone by means of a hoax | 骗局；恶作剧；哄骗；捉弄（动） |
| 6 | managerial | /ˌmænɪˈdʒɪəriəl/ | adjective | relating to managers or management tasks, responsibilities, or skills; concerning administration and organizational decision-making | 管理的；经理的；与经营管理有关的 |
| 7 | incontrovertible | /ˌɪnkɒntrəˈvɜːtɪbəl/ | adjective | not open to question or dispute; indisputable and beyond doubt or denial | 无可辩驳的；确凿的；不容置疑的 |
| 8 | hazel | /ˈheɪzəl/ | noun / adjective | (n) a shrub or small tree that produces hazelnuts; the nut itself; (adj) a light brownish-green eye color or light brown shade | 榛树；榛子；浅褐/浅褐绿色（眼睛或颜色） |
| 9 | annuity | /əˈnjuːəti/ | noun | a fixed sum of money paid to someone each year or at regular intervals, usually from an investment or insurance; a series of periodic payments | 年金；年金保险；定期给付 |
| 10 | ongoing | /ˈɒŋˌɡəʊɪŋ/ | adjective | continuing, currently in progress, or not yet concluded; used to describe processes, events, or situations that persist over time | 正在进行的；持续的；未完结的 |
| 11 | squalid | /ˈskwɒlɪd/ | adjective | extremely dirty and unpleasant, often due to poverty or neglect; morally repulsive or sordid | 肮脏的；邋遢的；悲惨的；卑劣的 |
| 12 | chimpanzee | /ˌtʃɪmpænˈziː/ | noun | a large African ape (Pan troglodytes) closely related to humans; intelligent primate used in behavioral studies | 黑猩猩；猩猩属动物 |
| 13 | swagger | /ˈswæɡər/ | noun / verb | (n) a confident, often arrogant, walk or manner; boastful self-assurance; (v) to walk or behave with an air of arrogance or confidence | 大摇大摆；神气十足的举止；趾高气扬地走；虚张声势 |
| 14 | henpecked | /ˈhɛnˌpɒkt/ | adjective | describing a person (often a husband) who is continually nagged, criticized, or dominated by their spouse; excessively criticized or bossed around | 受唠叨的；被（配偶）不断责难掌控的；受支配的 |
| 15 | evocative | /ɪˈvɒkətɪv/ | adjective | bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind; powerfully suggestive or expressive | 唤起回忆或情感的；引起联想的；意味深长的 |
2025-09-20
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | rue | /ruː/ | verb | to feel sorrow, regret, or remorse for something; to wish something had been different | 悔恨；后悔 |
| 2 | incredulous | /ɪnˈkrɛdʒʊləs/ | adjective | unwilling to believe something; showing disbelief or skepticism | 不相信的；怀疑的 |
| 3 | atrocity | /əˈtrɒsɪti/ | noun | a very wicked, brutal, or cruel act, especially one involving violence or harm to others | 暴行；残暴行为 |
| 4 | elated | /ɪˈleɪtɪd/ | adjective | very happy, excited, or proud; filled with joy or great happiness | 兴高采烈的；得意的 |
| 5 | irreversible | /ˌɪrɪˈvɜːrsɪbəl/ | adjective | impossible to reverse or undo; not capable of being changed back to a previous state | 不可逆的；无法恢复的 |
| 6 | gauge | /ɡeɪdʒ/ | noun / verb | (n) an instrument or device used to measure something; (v) to measure or assess something (e.g., gauge temperature, gauge opinion) | 计量器；标准；测量；评估 |
| 7 | fortify | /ˈfɔːtɪfaɪ/ | verb | to strengthen or build up, especially for protection or defense; to make something more secure or resilient | 加固；增强；设防 |
| 8 | oversight | /ˈoʊvərˌsaɪt/ | noun | the act of overseeing something, especially to ensure compliance or accuracy; an unintentional mistake or omission | 监督；疏忽；遗漏 |
| 9 | virulent | /ˈvɪrələnt/ | adjective | extremely harmful or poisonous; (of a disease) very severe and spreading quickly; bitterly hostile or aggressive | 恶性的；致命的；剧毒的；恶毒的 |
| 10 | mope | /moʊp/ | verb | to be sad, dejected, or in a low mood; to sulk or mope around aimlessly | 郁郁寡欢；闷闷不乐；萎靡不振 |
| 11 | debit | /ˈdɛbɪt/ | noun / verb | (n) an entry recording money owed or withdrawn from an account; (v) to record a debit or charge | 借方；借记；借款 |
| 12 | ecstasy | /ˈɛkstəsi/ | noun | an intense state of joy, rapture, or delight; a feeling of overwhelming happiness or pleasure | 狂喜；陶醉；兴奋 |
| 13 | evade | /ɪˈveɪd/ | verb | to escape or avoid something, often through cleverness or deceit; to elude or bypass | 逃避；回避；规避 |
| 14 | cede | /siːd/ | verb | to give up control or possession of something, often as a result of force, negotiation, or surrender | 让与；放弃；交出 |
| 15 | insanity | /ɪnˈsænɪti/ | noun | severe mental illness; the state of being mentally ill or irrational; extreme foolishness or irrational behavior | 精神错乱；疯狂；愚蠢行为 |
2025-09-19
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | encumber | /ɪnˈkʌmbər/ | verb | to hinder or weigh down; to burden or impede the movement or progress of something or someone | 妨碍；拖累；使负担沉重 |
| 2 | expectant | /ɪkˈspɛktənt/ | adjective | having or showing an excited feeling about something that is going to happen; eager or waiting for something | 期待的；怀孕的 |
| 3 | hemlock | /ˈhɛmlɒk/ | noun | a poisonous plant (Conium maculatum) or a related species, known for its toxic properties, often used in historical executions | 毒芹；毒草 |
| 4 | flimsy | /ˈflɪmzi/ | adjective | thin, weak, or easily damaged; lacking substance or strength; insubstantial or superficial | 脆弱的；不坚固的；薄弱的 |
| 5 | festivity | /fɛˈstɪvɪti/ | noun | the celebration of a special event or occasion, often with joyous activities, decorations, and entertainment | 庆典；节日庆祝活动；欢庆 |
| 6 | huckster | /ˈhʌkstər/ | noun | a person who sells goods in an aggressive or dishonest way; a peddler or a disreputable promoter | 叫卖者；推销员；小商贩 |
| 7 | shirk | /ʃɜːrk/ | verb | to avoid or neglect responsibilities, duties, or work; to evade doing something that one is supposed to do | 逃避；懒惰；逃避责任 |
| 8 | terrain | /təˈreɪn/ | noun | the physical features of a particular area of land, including its shape, elevation, and other natural characteristics | 地形；地势；地面 |
| 9 | fissure | /ˈfɪʃər/ | noun | a narrow opening or crack, often in the surface of something; a split or rupture, especially in rock or the skin | 裂缝；裂口；深裂 |
| 10 | epitomize | /ɪˈpɪtəmaɪz/ | verb | to be a perfect example or representation of something; to summarize or embody the essence of something | 概括；成为典范；集中体现 |
| 11 | slug | /slʌɡ/ | noun / verb | (n) a slow-moving mollusk with a soft body and no shell; (v) to strike heavily or with force, often in a lazy or careless way | 蛞蝓；懒汉；（动）重击；猛击 |
| 12 | slime | /slaɪm/ | noun / verb | (n) a slippery, viscous substance, often produced by organisms like slugs or bacteria; (v) to cover with slime or a similar sticky substance | 黏液；滑液；（动）用黏液覆盖 |
| 13 | plumb | /plʌm/ | verb / adjective | (v) to measure the depth of; to test for verticality or exactness; (adj) exactly vertical or upright; (noun) a weight used to measure depth | 铅锤；测深；垂直的；完全 |
| 14 | defunct | /dɪˈfʌŋkt/ | adjective | no longer existing, functioning, or active; obsolete or out of use | 已故的；废弃的；不再使用的 |
| 15 | handsomely | /ˈhændsəmli/ | adverb | in a manner that is attractive or elegant; generously or in a substantial way, especially with regard to payment or reward | 英俊地；慷慨地；丰厚地 |
2025-09-18
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | infirmity | /ɪnˈfɜːrməti/ | noun | the condition of being weak or ill, often due to age or disease; a physical or mental weakness | 虚弱；疾病；体弱 |
| 2 | infest | /ɪnˈfɛst/ | verb | to inhabit or overrun in large numbers, typically causing harm or damage; to be present in a way that is undesirable or damaging | 滋生；寄生；大批入侵 |
| 3 | totalitarian | /təʊˌtælɪˈtɛə(r)ɪən/ | adjective / noun | (adj) relating to a government or system of rule in which a single authority has absolute control, often suppressing opposition; (n) a person who advocates or supports such a system | 极权主义的；极权主义者 |
| 4 | muster | /ˈmʌstər/ | verb / noun | (v) to gather or summon (often in preparation for action); (n) a formal gathering, usually of soldiers, for inspection, review, or other purpose | 召集；集合；鼓起（勇气）；集结 |
| 5 | indemnity | /ɪnˈdɛmnɪti/ | noun | protection or compensation for loss or damage; the security against financial loss (often in insurance or legal terms) | 赔偿；保障；免除责任 |
| 6 | sanctify | /ˈsæŋktɪfaɪ/ | verb | to make holy or sacred; to consecrate; to treat something or someone with reverence or respect | 神圣化；使神圣；使庄严 |
| 7 | medication | /ˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/ | noun | substances used for treating or alleviating illness or symptoms; medicine | 药物；药品；药物治疗 |
| 8 | improvise | /ˈɪmprəvaɪz/ | verb | to create or perform something without preparation or planning, often in response to unexpected circumstances | 即兴创作；临时发挥 |
| 9 | flunk | /flʌŋk/ | verb | to fail or perform poorly in an exam, test, or course; to be unsuccessful in an endeavor | 考试不及格；失败；被淘汰 |
| 10 | raffle | /ˈræfl/ | noun / verb | (n) a lottery in which people buy tickets for a chance to win a prize; (v) to sell tickets for a lottery or chance-based event | 抽奖；幸运抽奖；（动）抽奖销售 |
| 11 | upcoming | /ˈʌpˌkʌmɪŋ/ | adjective | expected to happen or take place in the near future; approaching or forthcoming | 即将到来的；未来的；临近的 |
| 12 | lawsuit | /ˈlɔːsuːt/ | noun | a legal action or proceeding taken by one party against another in court | 诉讼；起诉 |
| 13 | emaciated | /ɪˈmeɪsɪˌeɪtɪd/ | adjective | extremely thin or weak, especially due to illness or lack of food; abnormally thin from malnutrition | 消瘦的；极度消瘦的；憔悴的 |
| 14 | cartridge | /ˈkɑːtrɪdʒ/ | noun | a container or unit that holds a substance (e.g., ink cartridge, ammunition); a small case containing explosives used in firearms | 弹药筒；墨盒；小盒 |
| 15 | unilateral | /ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl/ | adjective | involving only one side, party, or action; undertaken or decided by one person, group, or country without agreement from others | 单方面的；单边的；一方的 |
2025-09-17
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | monogamy | /məˈnɒɡəmi/ | noun | the practice or state of being married to one person at a time; having only one mate or partner at a time in relationships | 一夫一妻制；单配偶制 |
| 2 | sequel | /ˈsiːkwəl/ | noun | something that follows or continues an earlier event or work, especially a book, movie, or story that continues a previous one | 续集；后续；接续事件 |
| 3 | skid | /skɪd/ | noun / verb | (n) a sudden or uncontrolled sliding or slipping (e.g., vehicle losing control); (v) to slide or slip, often dangerously | 滑行；打滑；滑动；滑坡 |
| 4 | liken | /ˈlaɪkən/ | verb | to compare one thing to another, usually for the purpose of illustrating a similarity or relationship | 将……比作；把……与……相提并论 |
| 5 | hibernate | /ˈhaɪbərˌneɪt/ | verb | to spend the winter in a dormant or inactive state; (for animals) to enter a state of reduced metabolic activity during winter | 冬眠；蛰伏；（植物）休眠 |
| 6 | eligible | /ˈɛlɪdʒəbl/ | adjective | qualified or entitled to be chosen, selected, or married; meeting the necessary requirements or standards | 有资格的；合适的；符合条件的 |
| 7 | imprint | /ˈɪmprɪnt/ | noun / verb | (n) a mark or impression made by pressing something onto a surface; (v) to leave a mark or strong impression in the mind | 印记；痕迹；铭刻；留下深刻印象 |
| 8 | unpalatable | /ˌʌnˈpælətəbl/ | adjective | not pleasant or acceptable to the taste or senses; unpleasant or difficult to accept | 不合口味的；令人不快的；难以接受的 |
| 9 | gabble | /ˈɡæbl/ | verb | to talk quickly or indistinctly, often in a way that is difficult to understand | 急促地说；胡乱说；含糊不清地讲话 |
| 10 | repute | /rɪˈpjuːt/ | noun / verb | (n) the opinion or reputation of someone or something; (v) to regard or consider someone or something in a certain way | 名誉；声誉；（动）认为；称作 |
| 11 | hack | /hæk/ | noun / verb | (n) a person who works for hire, especially one who produces low-quality work; (v) to cut or chop roughly; to gain unauthorized access to a computer system | 砍；劈；雇佣写手；（电脑）非法入侵 |
| 12 | bonfire | /ˈbɒnfaɪər/ | noun | a large outdoor fire, typically one used for burning refuse or for celebration | 篝火；大火堆 |
| 13 | foothold | /ˈfʊthəʊld/ | noun | a secure position from which further progress can be made; a strong foundation or base of operations | 立足点；根据地；立足之地 |
| 14 | penis | /ˈpiːnɪs/ | noun | the male reproductive organ in humans and other animals; used for urination and sexual reproduction | 阴茎；生殖器 |
| 15 | snuff | /snʌf/ | verb / noun | (v) to extinguish or put out (a flame); (n) powdered tobacco that is inhaled through the nose; a light extinguishing of a flame or something done in a quiet, subtle way | 熄灭；嗅；鼻烟；悄悄地灭（火） |
2025-09-16
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | astrophy | /ˈæstrəfi/ | noun | the wasting or decline of an organ or tissue through degeneration or lack of use; generally refers to deterioration or degeneration in biological contexts | 萎缩；退化；退化症 |
| 2 | brunt | /brʌnt/ | noun | the main force or impact of something, especially a force or attack; the worst part of an experience or situation | 冲击；主要压力；最严重部分 |
| 3 | segregate | /ˈsɛɡrɪɡeɪt/ | verb | to separate or set apart from others, especially in a discriminatory manner; to isolate or divide into distinct groups | 隔离；分开；使隔离（尤指种族隔离） |
| 4 | fruition | /fruˈɪʃən/ | noun | the realization or fulfillment of something desired or planned; the state of being fully realized or achieved (as in goals or dreams) | 实现；结果；完成；取得成功 |
| 5 | sentinel | /ˈsɛntɪnəl/ | noun | a guard or watchperson who stands watch, especially to keep an eye out for danger or to protect a specific location | 哨兵；守卫；警卫 |
| 6 | permeate | /ˈpɜːrmɪeɪt/ | verb | to spread throughout or pass through something, such as a substance or an atmosphere; to penetrate or diffuse into all parts of something | 弥漫；渗透；充满；扩散 |
| 7 | nucleus | /ˈnuːkliəs/ | noun | the central and most important part of an object, system, or organization; the core or center, such as in a cell or an atom | 核心；原子核；细胞核 |
| 8 | churlish | /ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/ | adjective | rude, boorish, or surly in manner; lacking politeness or civility; ill-natured or gruff | 粗鲁的；无礼的；暴躁的；不友善的 |
| 9 | archetype | /ˈɑːrkɪˌtaɪp/ | noun | a perfect example of a certain type or class of things; an original model or pattern from which others are copied | 原型；典型；雏形 |
| 10 | reputable | /ˈrɛpjʊtəbl/ | adjective | having a good reputation; widely respected and trustworthy; honorable | 有声望的；值得尊敬的；有良好声誉的 |
| 11 | trinket | /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/ | noun | a small ornament or piece of jewelry, often of little value; a cheap or trivial item | 小饰品；小玩意；便宜小物件 |
| 12 | cleavage | /ˈkliːvɪdʒ/ | noun | the action or state of splitting or dividing; a split or separation in a substance or object; also used for the area between a woman's breasts | 分裂；裂缝；胸沟；裂隙 |
| 13 | discerning | /dɪˈsɜːnɪŋ/ | adjective | having or showing good judgment and insight; perceptive, able to recognize or understand things clearly and accurately | 有洞察力的；敏锐的；有眼光的 |
| 14 | stuffy | /ˈstʌfi/ | adjective | (of a room) lacking fresh air; (of a nose) blocked or congested; dull, lacking liveliness; formal or stifling in atmosphere | 通风不畅的；闷热的；呆板的；沉闷的 |
| 15 | reconciliation | /ˌrɛkənsɪˈleɪʃən/ | noun | the process of making peace or restoring friendly relations after a dispute or conflict; the act of reconciling differences | 和解；调解；恢复友好关系；和好 |
2025-09-15
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | affinity | /əˈfɪnəti/ | noun | a natural liking, attraction, or similarity for someone or something; a close relationship or connection between things; in biology, the degree to which substances have a tendency to combine | 亲和力；吸引力；密切关系；倾向性 |
| 2 | vertebrate | /ˈvɜːrtɪbrət/ | noun / adjective | (n) an animal with a backbone or spinal column (e.g., mammals, birds, fish); (adj) relating to vertebrates | 脊椎动物；脊椎的 |
| 3 | bile | /baɪl/ | noun | a bitter, yellow-green fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, aiding digestion; metaphorically, a person's temper or anger | 胆汁；脾气；愤怒 |
| 4 | pickle | /ˈpɪkəl/ | noun / verb | (n) a food that has been preserved in vinegar or brine; a difficult or tricky situation (in a pickle); (v) to preserve food in a brine or vinegar solution; to get into a difficult situation | 腌菜；泡菜；困境；腌制；陷入困境 |
| 5 | caprice | /kəˈpriːs/ | noun | a sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior; a whimsical or unpredictable decision or action | 反复无常；任性；突发的奇想；怪念头 |
| 6 | sexism | /ˈsɛksɪzəm/ | noun | prejudice, discrimination, or stereotyping based on a person's sex or gender; belief in the superiority of one sex over the other | 性别歧视；性别偏见；性别刻板印象 |
| 7 | decry | /dɪˈkraɪ/ | verb | to publicly denounce or criticize something strongly, often in a formal or official way; to express disapproval | 公开谴责；抨击；指责 |
| 8 | foreboding | /fɔːˈboʊdɪŋ/ | noun / adjective | (n) a feeling that something bad is going to happen; (adj) giving an impression of future misfortune or dread | 预兆；不祥的预感；（不祥）预兆的 |
| 9 | didactic | /dɪˈdæktɪk/ | adjective | intended to teach or instruct, especially in a moral or ethical manner; excessively instructive or pedantic | 教学的；教化的；说教的；教条的 |
| 10 | tanner | /ˈtænər/ | noun | a person who tans leather (makes it more durable by treating animal hides); also refers to a machine used for this purpose | 制革工；鞣革工 |
| 11 | mumble | /ˈmʌmbəl/ | verb | to speak in a low, unclear, or indistinct voice, often in a way that is hard to understand; to mutter | 含糊不清地说；低声说；咕哝 |
| 12 | larynx | /ˈlærɪnɪks/ | noun | the part of the throat containing the vocal cords, involved in breathing, swallowing, and sound production | 喉；喉部 |
| 13 | fallacy | /ˈfæləsi/ | noun | a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound reasoning or false argument; a flaw in logic or reasoning | 谬论；错误推理；逻辑谬误 |
| 14 | ignition | /ɪɡˈnɪʃən/ | noun | the action of setting something on fire; the process of starting an engine or vehicle; the system in an engine that initiates combustion | 点燃；点火；火花塞 |
| 15 | megaphone | /ˈmɛɡəˌfoʊn/ | noun | a large funnel-shaped device used to amplify a person's voice; used to project sound in public speaking | 扩音器；喇叭；大号扬声器 |
2025-09-14
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | venomous | /ˈvɛnəməs/ | adjective | producing venom (of snakes, insects); full of deep-seated malice or hostility (venomous remark) | 有毒的；分泌毒液的；恶毒的；充满仇恨的 |
| 2 | ornate | /ɔːrˈneɪt/ | adjective | elaborately or highly decorated (architecture, furniture); complex, flowery, or excessively fancy in style (language) | 华丽装饰的；辞藻华美的；过分修饰的 |
| 3 | handiwork | /ˈhændiˌwɜːrk/ | noun | work done by hand; a product of craftsmanship or manual labor; the result or handiwork of someone (often used to indicate provenance) | 手工制品；手工作业；手艺；作品 |
| 4 | decoy | /ˈdiːkɔɪ/ | noun / verb | (n) a person or object used to lure or distract (e.g., hunting decoy); (v) to lure or entice into a trap or disadvantageous position | 诱饵；诱捕；引诱（使上钩） |
| 5 | bequest | /bɪˈkwɛst/ | noun | something left to someone in a will; a legacy or inheritance; the act of bequeathing | 遗赠；遗产；遗物；遗赠行为 |
| 6 | monumental | /ˌmɒnjʊˈmɛntəl/ | adjective | of or relating to a monument; very large, massive, or outstanding in scale or significance; historic or enduring in importance | 纪念性的；巨大的；极重要的；不朽的 |
| 7 | shapely | /ˈʃeɪpli/ | adjective | having an attractive or well-proportioned shape (often of a person or object); well-formed | 体态优美的；线条匀称的；轮廓优美的 |
| 8 | hub | /hʌb/ | noun | the central part of a wheel; a focal point or centre of activity, network, or transportation; a connecting device in networking (hub) | 中心；轴心；枢纽；轮毂；集线器 |
| 9 | farce | /fɑːrs/ | noun | a comic dramatic work using exaggerated situations and slapstick; an absurd or ridiculous situation; a sham or mockery | 滑稽戏；闹剧；荒唐可笑的局面；（指作秀般的）闹剧 |
| 10 | roach | /roʊtʃ/ | noun | a cockroach (insect); (informal) the butt of a smoked cigarette; also a small freshwater fish called roach (context-dependent) | 蟑螂；（烟）烟蒂；（鱼类）鲫鱼（视语境而定） |
| 11 | itinerant | /aɪˈtɪnərənt/ | adjective / noun | (adj) travelling from place to place, especially for work; (n) a person who moves around, such as an itinerant worker or preacher | 巡回的；流动的；巡回者；流动工作人员 |
| 12 | intrusive | /ɪnˈtruːsɪv/ | adjective | tending to intrude or disturb (e.g., intrusive questions); (geology) formed by intrusion of magma into preexisting rock | 侵扰的；打扰的；侵入的；（地质）侵入的 |
| 13 | sedative | /ˈsɛdəˌtɪv/ | noun / adjective | (n) a drug that calms or induces sleep; (adj) having a calming, soothing, or tranquilizing effect | 镇静剂；安定药；镇静的；使安静的 |
| 14 | suggestive | /səˈdʒɛstɪv/ | adjective | tending to suggest or evoke ideas or images; evocative or illustrative; sometimes implying something (e.g., sexually suggestive) | 暗示的；启发性的；引发联想的；（含）性暗示的 |
| 15 | servitude | /ˈsɜːrvɪtjuːd/ | noun | the state of being a slave or serf; compulsory labor or bondage; lack of freedom or subjection to another's will | 奴役；劳役；受制；服劳役 |
2025-09-13
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | epigram | /ˈepɪɡræm/ | noun | a short, witty, and often satirical poem or saying; a concise, clever remark or observation | 警句；机智的短诗；妙语 |
| 2 | intern | /ˈɪntɜːrn/ | noun / verb | (n) a trainee working (often temporarily) in an organization to gain experience; (v) to confine or detain (historical/rare: internment) | 实习生；见习生；（动）拘留（少用，遣留） |
| 3 | hedonism | /ˈhiːdənɪzəm/ | noun | the pursuit of pleasure and self-gratification as the highest good; a philosophical doctrine that pleasure is the primary or most important intrinsic good | 享乐主义；以快乐为最高追求的思想 |
| 4 | imagery | /ˈɪmɪdʒəri/ | noun | descriptive language that creates sensory impressions (visual, auditory, etc.); visual images or representations used in art/poetry; a set of images used for symbolic effect | 意象；形象化描写；图像；影像（文艺/视觉） |
| 5 | exaltation | /ˌɛɡzɔːlˈteɪʃən/ | noun | a feeling or state of extreme happiness or joy; the act of praising or elevating someone in rank, honor, or power; glorification | 兴高采烈；提升；赞扬；高举（荣耀） |
| 6 | scuba | /ˈskuːbə/ | noun / adjective | (n) self-contained underwater breathing apparatus used for underwater diving; (adj) relating to scuba diving (e.g., scuba gear) | 水肺潜水装备（缩写）；水肺潜水的（如水肺装备） |
| 7 | repress | /rɪˈprɛs/ | verb | to hold back or suppress (feelings, desires, memories); to restrain, put down, or crush (uprisings, actions); in psychology, to push painful memories into the unconscious | 压抑；镇压；抑制；（心理）压抑记忆 |
| 8 | chic | /ʃiːk/ | adjective / noun | stylishly elegant and fashionable (adj); stylishness or fashionable elegance (n) | 别致的；时髦的；雅致；时尚风格 |
| 9 | grotesque | /ɡroʊˈtɛsk/ | adjective / noun | distorted and unnatural in shape or appearance, often ugly or bizarre; (n) a thing whose appearance is strange or unpleasant; in art, ornamental style mixing human/animal forms | 怪诞的；奇形怪状的；荒诞可怖的；（名）怪诞作品 |
| 10 | categorical | /ˌkætəˈɡɔːrɪkəl/ | adjective | absolute and unqualified; without exceptions or conditions; stated clearly and explicitly (categorical denial); relating to categories (less common) | 绝对的；明确断言的；不含糊的；类别的（次要义） |
| 11 | benign | /bɪˈnaɪn/ | adjective | kind and gentle in disposition; harmless or not malignant (medical: benign tumor); favorable or beneficial in effect | 良性的；无害的；温和的；亲切的；有利的 |
| 12 | valor | /ˈvælər/ | noun | great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle; heroic bravery | 英勇；勇猛；刚勇；武勇 |
| 13 | protocol | /ˈprəʊtəkɒl/ | noun | the official procedure or system of rules governing conduct in ceremonies, diplomacy, or technical operations; an agreed-upon set of rules for communication or experiments | 礼仪；规程；协议；（外交/技术）规范 |
| 14 | banter | /ˈbæntər/ | noun / verb | light, playful, and teasing remarks exchanged in friendly conversation (n); to exchange such remarks (v) | 戏谑；打趣；（友好）侃侃而谈；揶揄 |
| 15 | nonchalant | /ˌnɒnʃəˈlɑːnt/ | adjective | appearing casually calm and relaxed; showing no anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm; indifferent in manner | 若无其事的；冷淡的；漠不关心的；悠然自得的 |
2025-09-12
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | methane | /ˈmɛθeɪn/ | noun | a colorless, odorless flammable gas (CH₄); major component of natural gas and produced by anaerobic decomposition; a potent greenhouse gas | 甲烷；沼气；天然气成分；强效温室气体 |
| 2 | bingo | /ˈbɪŋɡoʊ/ | noun / interjection | (n) a game of chance where players mark numbers on cards; (interj) an exclamation signalling success or correct guess; (informal) sudden discovery | 宾果游戏；（表示）太好了；猜中啦；成功的呼喊 |
| 3 | deface | /dɪˈfeɪs/ | verb | to spoil the surface or appearance of something by writing, drawing, or damaging it; to vandalize or mar; to obscure identifying features | 污损；（涂写/刻画）损坏表面；破坏（外观/标识） |
| 4 | soliloquy | /səˈlɪləkwi/ | noun | a speech in drama in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud when alone or regardless of hearers; an extended monologue revealing inner feelings | 独白；独自自言自语的长篇台词；戏剧中的内心独白 |
| 5 | perpetrate | /ˈpɜːrpətreɪt/ | verb | to carry out or commit (something harmful or illegal), e.g., a crime, fraud, or wrongdoing; to be responsible for performing an act | 实施（尤指罪行/恶行）；犯（罪）；干（坏事） |
| 6 | devoid | /dɪˈvɔɪd/ | adjective | entirely lacking or free from something; without; used with "of" to indicate absence | 缺乏的；没有……的；全无的（常与 of 连用） |
| 7 | tenor | /ˈtɛnər/ | noun | the highest male singing voice in classical music; the general meaning, drift, or character of something (the tenor of a speech); in finance/legal: the duration or terms of an instrument | 男高音；主旨；要旨；（金融/法律）期限、要点 |
| 8 | perturb | /pərˈtɜːrb/ | verb | to disturb or make anxious/upset; to throw into confusion or disorder; (technical) to cause a small change in a system (e.g., perturbation in physics) | 使不安；扰乱；使混乱；（技术）扰动 |
| 9 | physique | /fɪˈziːk/ | noun | the form, size, and development of a person's body; bodily build or constitution | 体格；体形；身材；身体构造 |
| 10 | draught | /dræft/ | noun / adjective / verb | (n) a current of cool air in a room (draft); a serving of drink drawn from a keg (draught beer); (UK spelling of "draft"); (v) to draw a draft; (adj) designed for draft/drawing | 通风气流（draught=draft）；桶装啤酒；（英）草稿/征兵等含义（视上下文）；抽取 |
| 11 | appease | /əˈpiːz/ | verb | to calm, pacify, or placate (someone) often by acceding to demands; to relieve or satisfy (a need or desire) | 安抚；缓和；平息；满足（欲望/需求） |
| 12 | flounder | /ˈflaʊndər/ | verb / noun | (v) to struggle or struggle awkwardly to move or obtain balance; to have difficulty or be in confusion (emotionally or in action); (n) a type of flatfish (flounder) | 挣扎；笨拙地移动；陷入困境；（名）比目鱼（一种鱼） |
| 13 | guise | /ɡaɪz/ | noun | an external appearance, manner, or style, especially concealing the true nature of something; an assumed form or disguise | 外观；伪装；装束；表面样子 |
| 14 | dupe | /duːp/ | verb / noun | (v) to deceive or trick someone; (n) a person who is easily deceived or used; (informal) to make a duplicate (less common) | 欺骗；受骗者；易受骗的人；（非正式）复制品制成（罕用） |
| 15 | infidelity | /ˌɪnfɪˈdɛlɪti/ | noun | unfaithfulness in a relationship, especially sexual unfaithfulness to a spouse or partner; breach of trust; (less common) lack of fidelity to a doctrine or text | 不忠；通奸；不忠行为；（比）对信念/文本的不忠实 |
2025-09-11
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | renown | /rɪˈnaʊn/ | noun | the state of being widely acclaimed and honored; widespread fame or reputation | 名望；声誉；名声 |
| 2 | coverage | /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/ | noun | the extent or range of protection, reporting, or inclusion (e.g., insurance coverage, news coverage, network coverage) | 覆盖；报道范围；保险范围；覆盖率 |
| 3 | fateful | /ˈfeɪtfəl/ | adjective | having important, often disastrous, consequences; decisive or ominous in effect | 决定命运的；重大的；（常指）不幸的、关键性的 |
| 4 | scavenger | /ˈskævɪndʒər/ | noun | an animal or person that scavenges (feeds on dead or discarded material); a person who searches waste for usable items; (computing) a garbage-collector-like process in some contexts | 食腐动物；拾荒者；清道夫；（计算机）清理进程（比喻） |
| 5 | nymph | /nɪmf/ | noun | a minor nature deity in classical myth (wood, water, etc.); an immature insect stage (e.g., dragonfly nymph); (literary) an attractive young woman | 女仙；童女；若虫（昆虫未成体）；少女（文学用） |
| 6 | implacable | /ɪmˈplækəbəl/ | adjective | incapable of being appeased or pacified; unyielding and relentless in attitude or enmity | 难以平息的；不可和解的；执拗的；无情的 |
| 7 | embroil | /ɪmˈbrɔɪl/ | verb | to involve or entangle in conflict, dispute, or difficult situation; to bring into a state of confusion or disorder | 使卷入；牵连；使纠缠；使陷入（纷争） |
| 8 | abbreviate | /əˈbriːviˌeɪt/ | verb | to shorten a word, phrase, or text by omitting letters or using a shortened form; to make briefer | 缩写；缩短；简写；省略 |
| 9 | posture | /ˈpɒstʃər/ | noun / verb | (n) the position or bearing of the body; an attitude or stance; (v) to adopt a particular attitude, often artificially or for effect | 姿势；姿态；态度；摆姿势；做作的表示 |
| 10 | vestige | /ˈvɛstɪdʒ/ | noun | a surviving trace, remnant, or small indication of something that once existed or was present | 残余；遗迹；痕迹；丝毫 |
| 11 | intoxicate | /ɪnˈtɒksɪˌkeɪt/ | verb | to make drunk (usually with alcohol); to excite or exhilarate intensely (fig.), to make someone elated or overwhelmed | 使醉；使陶醉；使沉醉；使兴奋 |
| 12 | feud | /fjuːd/ | noun / verb | (n) a prolonged bitter quarrel or rivalry (often between families or groups); (v) to engage in such a quarrel or long-running dispute | 世仇；宿怨；长期不和；争斗；结仇 |
| 13 | sobriety | /səˈbraɪəti/ | noun | the state of being sober (not intoxicated); seriousness or solemnity of manner; moderation and self-control | 清醒；戒酒；严肃；节制 |
| 14 | blob | /blɒb/ | noun | a shapeless lump or drop of a viscous substance; an indistinct mass or spot; (computing) Binary Large Object (BLOB) meaning a large chunk of binary data | 团块；斑点；一滴；不规则的块状物；（计算机）大块二进制数据 |
| 15 | scholarly | /ˈskɒlərli/ | adjective | academic or learned in nature; relating to scholars or scholarship; erudite, bookish, and research-oriented | 学术的；博学的；学者气的；学术风格的 |
2025-09-10
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | disjointed | /dɪsˈdʒɔɪntɪd/ | adjective | lacking coherence or continuity; fragmented or disconnected in sequence or structure; (fig.) incoherent in thought or expression | 支离破碎的；不连贯的；断断续续的 |
| 2 | impair | /ɪmˈpeər/ | verb | to weaken or damage (a function, ability, or quality); to make less effective or less strong; to harm (health, performance, etc.) | 损害；削弱；减弱（功能/能力/健康） |
| 3 | allure | /əˈlʊər/ | noun / verb | (n) attractive quality, charm, or appeal; (v) to entice, attract, or tempt by charm or appeal; can imply sexual or mysterious attraction | 吸引力；魅力；吸引；诱惑 |
| 4 | articulate | /ɑːˈtɪkjʊlət/ | adjective / verb | (adj) able to express ideas clearly and effectively; (v) to express (an idea) coherently or pronounce words distinctly; to join or fit together (less common) | 口齿清楚的；善于表达的；表达；清晰地发音；连接 |
| 5 | affable | /ˈæfəbl/ | adjective | friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to; approachable and cordial in manner | 和蔼可亲的；友善的；易于交谈的 |
| 6 | replica | /ˈrɛplɪkə/ | noun | a copy or reproduction of an original object (artwork, model, artifact); an accurate imitation or duplicate | 复制品；仿制品；复制模型 |
| 7 | alchemy | /ˈælkəmi/ | noun | medieval proto-chemistry aimed at transmuting base metals into gold and finding elixirs; (fig.) a mysterious or transformative process that changes something ordinary into something special | 炼金术；点金术；（比喻）神秘的变革或转化过程 |
| 8 | forage | /ˈfɒrɪdʒ/ | verb / noun | (v) to search widely for food or provisions (animals or people); to rummage or seek out; (n) food for animals (fodder) or the act of searching for food | 觅食；搜寻（物资）；搜刮；（名）饲料；觅食行为 |
| 9 | perimeter | /pəˈrɪmɪtər/ | noun | the outer boundary or edge of an area or object; the length around a shape (geometry); a defensive boundary around a site | 周长；外围；边界；周边防线 |
| 10 | avid | /ˈævɪd/ | adjective | showing keen interest or enthusiasm; very eager or desirous (often followed by "for" or "of"); can also mean greedy or voracious in some contexts | 渴望的；热衷的；热切的；贪婪的（引申） |
| 11 | stag | /stæɡ/ | noun / adjective | (n) an adult male deer; (n/adj) an event attended by men only (stag party) or an individual attending alone (go stag); (adj) without a partner | 雄鹿；单独出席者；（英）单身者参加的聚会（stag party）；单独的 |
| 12 | aroma | /əˈroʊmə/ | noun | a pleasant or distinctive smell, especially of food, drink, or perfume; an odor characteristic of something (can be neutral or positive) | 芳香；香气；气味；（食物/饮料的）香味 |
| 13 | visage | /ˈvɪzɪdʒ/ | noun | a person's face or facial expression; the appearance presented by something (the visage of a landscape/building); countenance or aspect | 面貌；容貌；面容；外观；表情 |
| 14 | seductive | /sɪˈdʌktɪv/ | adjective | tempting and attractive; tending to seduce or entice (sexually or more generally); alluring in a way that arouses interest or desire | 诱人的；有魅力的；引人入胜的；诱惑性的 |
| 15 | mound | /maʊnd/ | noun / verb | (n) a raised mass of earth, stone, or other material; a small hill or heap; (v) to form or pile into a mound; to heap up | 土墩；小丘；堆；（动）堆成堆；拱起 |
2025-09-09
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | dire | /ˈdaɪər/ | adjective | extremely serious or urgent; causing great fear or suffering; warning of dreadful consequences | 可怕的；严峻的；紧急的；危急的 |
| 2 | equivocal | /ɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ | adjective | open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous or intentionally misleading; of doubtful significance or character | 模棱两可的；含糊不清的；暧昧的；可疑的 |
| 3 | terse | /tɜːs/ | adjective | brief and to the point; using few words (often conveying abruptness or terseness) | 简洁的；言简意赅的；（言辞）简要而生硬 |
| 4 | lug | /lʌɡ/ | verb / noun | (v) to carry or haul something heavy or cumbersome with effort; (n) a projecting part or a clumsy/strong person | 用力拖/搬；费力地携带；（名）突出部；笨重的人 |
| 5 | afloat | /əˈfloʊt/ | adjective / adverb | floating on the surface of water; not sunk; (fig.) financially solvent or able to continue operating; in circulation or being discussed | 漂浮着的；不沉的；（比）有偿付能力的；流通中的 |
| 6 | agile | /ˈædʒaɪl/ | adjective | quick and light in movement; nimble and dexterous; mentally quick and able to think or understand rapidly | 敏捷的；机敏的；灵活的；反应快的 |
| 7 | finely | /ˈfaɪnli/ | adverb | into small pieces or particles (finely chopped); with great precision or delicacy; in a pleasing or excellent manner | 细碎地；精细地；优美地；（程度）非常 |
| 8 | poplar | /ˈpɒplə(r)/ | noun | a tall fast-growing deciduous tree of the genus Populus, with soft wood; the wood of such a tree used in carpentry | 杨树；白杨；杨木（木材） |
| 9 | equinox | /ˈɛkwɪnɒks/ | noun | the two times each year when day and night are of approximately equal length (spring/autumn); a point of balance or change | 昼夜平分点；（春/秋）分点；平衡点；（比）转折点 |
| 10 | amass | /əˈmæs/ | verb | to gather together or accumulate a large amount of something (wealth, information, resources) over time | 积聚；积累；大量收集；聚集 |
| 11 | sap | /sæp/ | noun / verb | (n) the fluid in plants that carries nutrients; vitality or energy; a fool (informal). (v) to drain strength or resources; to weaken or undermine gradually | 植物汁液；精力；（非正式）傻瓜；削弱；逐步耗尽 |
| 12 | notwithstanding | /ˌnɒtwɪðˈstændɪŋ/ | preposition / adverb / conjunction | in spite of; despite something; used to introduce a contrast or concession (can appear before or after the clause it modifies) | 尽管；虽然；不管；仍然 |
| 13 | egocentric | /ˌiːɡəˈsɛntrɪk/ | adjective / noun | thinking only of oneself, self-centered; viewing everything in relation to oneself; (n) a person with such tendencies | 以自我为中心的；自我中心者；自我主义的 |
| 14 | agitate | /ˈædʒɪteɪt/ | verb | to stimulate public discussion or campaign for a cause; to make someone anxious or disturbed; to shake or stir a liquid or mixture | 鼓动；煽动；使不安；搅动（液体） |
| 15 | abreast | /əˈbrɛst/ | adverb / adjective | side by side and facing the same way; up to date with recent developments or information (keep abreast of) | 并列地；并肩；跟上（信息/时事）；不落后 |
2025-09-08
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | canopy | /ˈkænəpi/ | noun / verb | a covering that provides shelter or shade (e.g., tree canopy, tent canopy); the uppermost layer of foliage in a forest; (verb) to cover or form a canopy over | 顶篷；树冠层；遮篷；覆盖 |
| 2 | inflexible | /ɪnˈflɛksəbl/ | adjective | not easily bent or changed physically; unwilling to change or compromise; rigid in rules, opinion, or policy | 不易弯曲的；僵硬的；不妥协的；死板的 |
| 3 | docile | /ˈdəʊsaɪl/ | adjective | ready to accept instruction or control; easily taught, managed, or trained; gentle and submissive in temperament | 温顺的；驯服的；易教的；好管教的 |
| 4 | caress | /kəˈrɛs/ | verb / noun | (v) to touch or stroke gently as an expression of affection or comfort; (n) a gentle, loving touch or stroke | 抚摸；爱抚；轻抚；爱抚动作 |
| 5 | replenish | /rɪˈplɛnɪʃ/ | verb | to fill something up again; to restore a supply (e.g., replenish stocks, replenish fluids); to refresh or renew | 补充；再装满；恢复；补给 |
| 6 | epitaph | /ˈɛpɪtæf/ | noun | an inscription on a tomb or monument in memory of the person buried there; a brief statement honoring or summarizing someone's life; (figurative) a final comment or judgment | 墓志铭；碑文；悼词；（比喻）结语 |
| 7 | vanquish | /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/ | verb | to defeat thoroughly in battle or competition; to overcome or conquer (an opponent, problem, or feeling); to subdue completely | 征服；战胜；击败；彻底克服 |
| 8 | backbreaking | /ˈbækˌbreɪkɪŋ/ | adjective | extremely hard and physically demanding; exhausting labor that strains the back (figuratively: very arduous or grueling work) | 累断腰的；极其辛苦的；繁重劳累的 |
| 9 | centralize | /ˈsɛntrəlaɪz/ | verb | to bring control, authority, or operations under a single central authority; to concentrate functions or decision-making in one place or group | 集中（管理/权力）；使集权；中央化 |
| 10 | versatility | /ˌvɜːrsəˈtɪlɪti/ | noun | the ability to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many skills or uses; flexibility in application | 多才多艺；多功能性；灵活性；适应性强 |
| 11 | spatial | /ˈspeɪʃəl/ | adjective | relating to space or the position, area, and size of things; concerning three-dimensional relationships (e.g., spatial awareness, spatial distribution) | 空间的；与空间有关的；空间分布的；空间感知的 |
| 12 | quick | /kwɪk/ | adjective / adverb / noun | fast or rapid in movement or action; done without delay; mentally alert or prompt (quick wit); (n, archaic) the living or sensitive part | 快的；迅速的；敏捷的；（副）迅速地；（名）活人/要害处（古义） |
| 13 | invulnerable | /ɪnˈvʌlnərəbl/ | adjective | unable to be wounded, harmed, or damaged; immune to attack or criticism; not susceptible to injury or defeat | 刀枪不入的；不可伤害的；无懈可击的；不会受影响的 |
| 14 | alleviate | /əˈliːvieɪt/ | verb | to make a problem, pain, or burden less severe; to ease, relieve, or mitigate (symptoms, suffering, hardship) | 缓和；减轻；缓解；缓释 |
| 15 | memento | /məˈmɛntoʊ/ | noun | an object kept as a reminder or souvenir of a person, place, or event; a keepsake or token commemorating something | 纪念物；纪念品；留念；记念物 |
2025-09-07
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | homestead | /ˈhoʊmstɛd/ | noun / verb | (n) a house with adjoining land; a farm or dwelling and its outbuildings; (v) to settle on and cultivate land (esp. under homestead laws); (legal) to acquire a homestead estate | 宅地；自耕农宅；家园；定居（动） |
| 2 | compunction | /kəmˈpʌŋkʃən/ | noun | a feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad; remorse; a qualm of conscience | 懊悔；内疚；良心不安；愧疚感 |
| 3 | extremity | /ɪkˈstrɛmɪti/ | noun | (1) the outermost point or limb of the body (hands, feet); (2) an extreme degree or limit; (3) a severe or desperate situation (in the extremity of need) | 肢端；极端；末端；危急关头 |
| 4 | boon | /buːn/ | noun | a timely benefit or blessing; something that is helpful or beneficial; (archaic) a favor or request | 恩赐；福利；好处；恩惠 |
| 5 | tawdry | /ˈtɔːdri/ | adjective | showy but cheap and of poor quality; gaudy and tasteless; morally or aesthetically cheap | 华而不实的；俗丽的；庸俗的；粗俗的 |
| 6 | escalate | /ˈɛskəleɪt/ | verb | to increase in intensity, magnitude, or scope; to raise or intensify (conflict, costs, commitment); to be raised or enlarged progressively | 升级；逐步扩大；加剧；恶化 |
| 7 | assent | /əˈsɛnt/ | noun / verb | (n) agreement or approval; (v) to express agreement or give formal approval; to concur | 同意；赞成；（正式）批准；表示同意（动） |
| 8 | tapeworm | /ˈteɪpwɜːrm/ | noun | a parasitic flatworm (Cestoda) living in the intestines of vertebrates; (fig.) a freeloading parasite or drain on resources | 绦虫；带状虫；寄生虫（比喻） |
| 9 | hanker | /ˈhæŋkər/ | verb | to have a persistent or strong desire or longing for something (often followed by "for" or "after"); to yearn | 渴望；想要；怀念；长期渴求 |
| 10 | lullaby | /ˈlʌləbaɪ/ | noun / verb | (n) a soothing song sung to send a child to sleep; anything that calms or soothes; (v) to sing a lullaby or soothe into sleep or complacency | 摇篮曲；安眠歌；使安静（动）；安抚之物 |
| 11 | compatriot | /kəmˈpeɪtriət/ | noun | a fellow citizen or national of the same country; someone from the same homeland or community | 同胞；同国人；同一国家的公民 |
| 12 | battalion | /bəˈtælɪən/ | noun | a large military unit typically composed of several companies and forming part of a regiment or brigade; (fig.) any large organized group | 营（军事单位）；大队；（比喻）一大群组织化的人 |
| 13 | binge | /bɪndʒ/ | noun / verb | (n) a period of excessive indulgence (eating, drinking, shopping, watching TV); (v) to engage in such excess; e.g., binge-watch, binge-eat | 放纵；狂欢作乐；暴饮暴食；狂看（动） |
| 14 | amenity | /əˈmɛnɪti/ | noun | a useful or pleasant facility or feature (e.g., public amenities); a quality that increases comfort or convenience; social courtesies or pleasantness | 便利设施；舒适设施；生活便利性；礼貌（复） |
| 15 | vogue | /voʊɡ/ | noun / adjective | (n) the prevailing fashion or style at a particular time; popularity or widespread acceptance; (adj) in fashion or fashionable | 时尚；流行；风靡；（形）流行的 |
2025-09-06
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | nomenclature | /ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/ | noun | a system of names or terms used in a particular science, discipline, or art; the practice or rules of naming and classification | 命名法；术语体系；命名规则 |
| 2 | shroud | /ʃraʊd/ | noun / verb | (n) a cloth used to wrap a corpse; something that conceals or covers; (v) to cover, hide, or envelop so as to obscure | 裹尸布；遮蔽物；掩盖；笼罩；覆盖 |
| 3 | disconcert | /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrt/ | verb | to disturb the composure of; to embarrass, confuse, or throw into uncertainty | 使不安；使困惑；使尴尬；打乱 |
| 4 | hurdle | /ˈhɜːrdəl/ | noun / verb | (n) a barrier to be jumped over (in sport) or an obstacle to overcome; (v) to jump over or to overcome a difficulty | 栏；障碍；难关；越过；克服 |
| 5 | snooty | /ˈsnuːti/ | adjective | showing contempt or scorn for those considered inferior; snobbish, haughty, or arrogantly superior | 势利的；自命不凡的；傲慢的；装高雅的 |
| 6 | rendition | /rɪˈndɪʃən/ | noun | a performance or interpretation of a work (music, drama); a version or translation; (law/politics) transfer of a person from one jurisdiction to another | 表演；演绎；版本；译本；引渡/移交（法） |
| 7 | verse | /vɜːrs/ | noun / verb | (n) a line or stanza of poetry; poetry in general; a section of a song; (v) to put into verse or compose poetry | 诗句；诗；韵文；（歌曲的）段落；作诗；用诗表达 |
| 8 | inveterate | /ɪnˈvɛtərət/ | adjective | firmly established by long persistence; habitual or deep-rooted (often negative, e.g., inveterate liar) | 根深蒂固的；积习难改的；长期的；顽固的 |
| 9 | righteous | /ˈraɪtʃəs/ | adjective | morally right or just; virtuous and upright; (sometimes) self-righteously moralistic | 正直的；公正的；正义的；（偏）自以为正直的 |
| 10 | transient | /ˈtrænziənt/ | adjective / noun | (adj) lasting a short time; temporary or fleeting; (n) a person who stays briefly in a place; in science, a short-lived event | 短暂的；瞬时的；过客；临时的；瞬变 |
| 11 | perceptive | /pərˈsɛptɪv/ | adjective | having keen insight or understanding; quick to notice or grasp subtle details; discerning | 有洞察力的；感知敏锐的；理解力强的；观察入微的 |
| 12 | refurbish | /ˌriːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/ | verb | to renovate, redecorate, or restore to good condition; to repair and improve appearance or functionality | 翻新；整修；修复；更新（设备/建筑） |
| 13 | loiter | /ˈlɔɪtər/ | verb | to stand or wait around idly without purpose; to linger aimlessly; often implies suspicious or unwanted lingering in public | 闲逛；徘徊；逗留；无所事事地停留 |
| 14 | domicile | /ˈdɒmɪsaɪl/ | noun / verb | (n) a place of residence or legal dwelling; a home or permanent address; (v, formal) to establish residence | 住所；居所；住处；常住地；（动）居住/定居 |
| 15 | thermodynamics | /ˌθɜːrmoʊdaɪˈnæmɪks/ | noun | the branch of physics concerned with heat, work, temperature, and the laws governing energy transfer and conversion (e.g., laws of thermodynamics) | 热力学；热学；能量传递与转换学科 |
2025-09-05
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | bane | /beɪn/ | noun | something that causes great harm, misery, or ruin; (archaic) a deadly poison; a persistent source of annoyance or frustration | 祸根；祸害；（古义）毒药；使人烦恼的事物 |
| 2 | fieldwork | /ˈfiːldˌwɜːk/ | noun | practical work conducted outside a laboratory or office: on-site data collection, surveys, archaeological digs, ethnographic observation, or applied research in natural settings | 田野调查；实地工作；现场研究；野外作业 |
| 3 | unforeseen | /ˌʌnfɔːˈsiːn/ | adjective | not predicted or anticipated; unexpected; arising from circumstances that were not foreseen | 意外的；无法预见的；出乎意料的 |
| 4 | surly | /ˈsɜːrli/ | adjective | bad-tempered, rude, or unfriendly in manner; sullen, gruff, or menacing; (of conditions) harsh | 乖戾的；粗暴的；不友好的；脾气暴躁的 |
| 5 | transcribe | /trænsˈkraɪb/ | verb | to make a written or printed copy of spoken words; to transliterate from one script to another; to arrange music for a different instrument; to record data from one form to another | 转录；抄写；转写；（乐曲）改编；转录记录 |
| 6 | ensconce | /ɪnˈskɒns/ | verb | to settle securely or comfortably in place; to hide or conceal safely; to establish firmly in a particular position or state | 安置；安顿；隐藏；牢固安放 |
| 7 | agitation | /ˌædʒɪˈteɪʃən/ | noun | a state of nervousness or emotional disturbance; vigorous stirring or shaking (physical); organized public campaigning or stirring up of public feeling (political agitation); excited activity or commotion | 焦虑；搅动；鼓动；骚动；煽动活动 |
| 8 | atrocious | /əˈtrəʊʃəs/ | adjective | extremely cruel, brutal, or wicked; shockingly bad in quality, taste, or performance; horrifying or appalling | 残暴的；骇人听闻的；极糟的；可怕的 |
| 9 | simpleton | /ˈsɪmp(ə)ltən/ | noun | a person who is foolish, gullible, or lacking in common sense; someone of simple mind (often derogatory) | 傻瓜；笨人；愚人；头脑简单者 |
| 10 | extant | /ˈɛkstənt/ | adjective | still in existence; surviving from the past and not destroyed or lost (commonly used for documents, species, or records) | 现存的；尚存的；仍然存在的 |
| 11 | vat | /væt/ | noun / verb | (n) a large container, tub, or tank for holding liquids (used in brewing, dyeing, chemical processes); (v) to place or store in a vat | 大桶；大缸；贮罐；（动词）把…放入大桶 |
| 12 | supremacy | /suːˈprɛməsi/ | noun | the state of being supreme; highest authority, power, or influence; dominance or preeminence in a field (political, military, cultural) | 至高无上；霸权；主导地位；优势 |
| 13 | surrogate | /ˈsʌrəɡət/ | noun / adjective / verb | a substitute or replacement for another (n); a person appointed to act on behalf of another (proxy); (adj) acting as a substitute; (v) to replace or act as substitute; e.g., surrogate mother | 替代者；代理人；代孕者；替代的；代替 |
| 14 | reshape | /ˌriːˈʃeɪp/ | verb | to change the shape, structure, or organization of something; to reform or reorganize policies, institutions, or physical forms | 重塑；改造；重新构形；改组 |
| 15 | outcry | /ˈaʊtkraɪ/ | noun | a strong public expression of protest, anger, or disapproval; a loud collective complaint or uproar | 强烈抗议；公愤；大声斥责；（集体的）喊叫 |
2025-09-04
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | catalyst | /ˈkætəlɪst/ | noun | a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed; a person or thing that precipitates or accelerates a change or event | 催化剂；促成因素；触发者 |
| 2 | unruly | /ʌnˈruːli/ | adjective | difficult to control or manage; disobedient, disorderly; (of hair, crowds, etc.) unmanageable | 不守规矩的；难以控制的；任性的；不听话的 |
| 3 | bearing | /ˈbɛərɪŋ/ | noun | manner or posture (one's bearing); relevance or relation to something ("have no bearing on"); direction or orientation; mechanical part that reduces friction (ball bearing) | 举止；关系/关联；方位/方向；轴承 |
| 4 | pageant | /ˈpædʒənt/ | noun | a public entertainment or procession (historical pageant); a competition of beauty or talent (beauty pageant); a spectacular display or ceremony | 盛会；游行；历史性表演；选美比赛；盛装展览 |
| 5 | adulterate | /əˈdʌltəreɪt/ | verb | to make something poorer in quality by adding inferior or impure substances; to debase or taint | 掺假；掺杂；使不纯；败坏（品质） |
| 6 | rapprochement | /rəˈprɒʃmənt/ | noun | the reestablishment of cordial relations between states or groups; reconciliation or an improved, friendly relationship after a period of estrangement | 和解；关系恢复；（国家间的）和好、接近 |
| 7 | bonnet | /ˈbɒnɪt/ | noun | a woman's or child's hat tied under the chin; (UK) the hinged cover over the engine of a car (US: hood); a protective or decorative cover (e.g., baby bonnet) | 女帽；（汽车）引擎盖（英式）；罩；头巾 |
| 8 | autopsy | /ˈɔːtɒpsi/ | noun | a post-mortem examination of a body to determine cause of death or disease; (figurative) a detailed analysis of why something failed | 尸体解剖；验尸；事后分析（比喻） |
| 9 | swap | /swɒp/ | verb / noun | to exchange one thing for another (v); an act of exchanging; in finance, a derivative contract in which two parties exchange cash flows or obligations (n) | 交换；互换；掉期（金融工具）；兑换 |
| 10 | whirlwind | /ˈwɜːlwɪnd/ | noun / adjective | a rapidly rotating column of air (a small whirlwind or dust devil); something that happens very quickly and turbulently (a whirlwind tour/romance); very rapid or tumultuous (adj) | 旋风；疾速而混乱的事；匆忙的行程/恋情；迅猛的 |
| 11 | requiem | /ˈrɛkwɪəm/ | noun | a mass or service for the dead; a musical composition honoring the dead; a lament or act of remembrance | 安魂曲；追悼曲；悼念仪式；挽歌 |
| 12 | waver | /ˈweɪvə(r)/ | verb / noun | to hesitate or be undecided; to fluctuate between choices or opinions; to tremble or flicker (light); (n) a moment of indecision or weakness | 犹豫；动摇；摇摆；（光）闪烁；犹豫不决（名词） |
| 13 | fallacious | /fəˈleɪʃəs/ | adjective | based on a mistaken belief or unsound reasoning; logically unsound or misleading; deceptive | 谬误的；错误的；靠不住的；具有误导性的 |
| 14 | amalgamate | /əˈmælgəmeɪt/ | verb | to combine or unite to form one structure or organization; to mix or alloy (metals); to merge companies or entities into a single body | 合并；混合；（使）联合；（金属）汞齐化合（专业用法） |
| 15 | subversive | /səbˈvɜːsɪv/ | adjective / noun | seeking or intended to undermine, overthrow, or subvert an established system or authority (adj); a person who engages in such activities (n) | 颠覆性的；破坏性的；颠覆分子；暗中破坏者 |
2025-09-03
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | opulent | /ˈɒpjələnt/ | adjective | rich, luxurious, or lavish; characterized by great wealth, abundance, or sumptuousness; (fig.) profusely supplied or plentiful | 豪华的；富裕的；华丽的；充裕的 |
| 2 | severity | /sɪˈvɛrɪti/ | noun | the quality of being severe or harsh; seriousness or gravity (of punishment, illness, weather); the degree of intensity, strictness, or harshness | 严重性；严厉；严格；（病情/天气的）严重程度 |
| 3 | denizen | /ˈdɛnɪzən/ | noun | an inhabitant or resident of a place; a person, animal, or plant that frequents or is native to a particular area; (dated/legal) someone admitted to residence with certain rights | 居民；常住者；栖息者；（旧）准居民 |
| 4 | corollary | /kəˈrɒləri/ | noun | a proposition that follows readily from one already proved; a natural consequence or result; an accompanying or resultant inference | 推论；必然结果；直接推断 |
| 5 | rapport | /ræˈpɔːr/ | noun | a friendly, harmonious relationship marked by mutual understanding, trust, and effective communication; emotional connection between people | 融洽关系；和谐；互信；默契 |
| 6 | panther | /ˈpænθər/ | noun | a large wild cat of the genus Panthera (often refers to leopard or jaguar); specifically a black-coated individual called black panther; (fig.) any sleek, powerful catlike animal or person | 豹；黑豹；（比喻）敏捷有力的人或物 |
| 7 | daredevil | /ˈdɛərˌdɛvəl/ | noun / adjective | (n) a person who performs daring or risky feats for excitement; (adj) recklessly bold or adventurous; showing disregard for danger | 冒险者；莽汉；鲁莽大胆的；冒险的 |
| 8 | robust | /rəˈbʌst/ | adjective | strong and healthy; sturdy or vigorous; (fig.) reliable, resilient, and able to withstand stress or adverse conditions (e.g., robust system, robust argument) | 强壮的；结实的；健全的；稳健的（系统/论点） |
| 9 | coddle | /ˈkɒdəl/ | verb | to treat with excessive care or indulgence (pamper); to protect and nurture gently; (cook) to cook (an egg) gently in water just below boiling | 溺爱；娇惯；悉心照料；（烹）文火煮（蛋） |
| 10 | indoctrinate | /ɪnˈdɒktrɪneɪt/ | verb | to teach or inculcate a set of beliefs, doctrines, or ideology (often with little room for questioning); to instruct in fundamentals; to imbue with a particular partisan viewpoint | 灌输（思想/信念）；教导；使接受教条式观念 |
| 11 | resin | /ˈrɛzɪn/ | noun | a viscous sticky substance secreted by many plants (especially conifers); used in varnishes, adhesives, and incense; synthetic resins are polymers used in plastics and coatings | 树脂；松香；合成树脂；黏性有机物 |
| 12 | benediction | /ˌbɛnɪˈdɪkʃən/ | noun | a blessing, especially a short prayer asking for divine favor often at the end of a religious service; an expression of good wishes; something that confers benefit | 祝福；祈祷；赐福；祈愿 |
| 13 | banal | /bəˈnɑːl/ | adjective | lacking originality, freshness, or novelty; trite, predictable, or boring because commonplace | 平庸的；陈腐的；乏味的；老套的 |
| 14 | carat | /ˈkærət/ | noun | a unit of weight for gemstones equal to 200 milligrams; by extension used to indicate size/quality of gems; (see "karat" for gold purity) | 克拉（宝石重量单位）；（用于表示宝石大小/价值）；（表示黄金纯度见 karat） |
| 15 | nebulous | /ˈnɛbjʊləs/ | adjective | vague, indistinct, or ill-defined; cloudy or resembling a nebula (hazy); lacking definite form or limits; unclear in meaning or intent | 模糊的；朦胧的；云状的；不明确的 |
2025-09-02
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | mollify | /ˈmɒlɪfaɪ/ | verb | to soften in feeling or temper; to calm or soothe someone’s anger or anxiety; to reduce the severity of (e.g., punishment, criticism, pain) | 缓和；平息；安抚；减轻（痛苦/处罚） |
| 2 | ewe | /juː/ | noun | a female sheep; (figurative) used to refer to female animals of similar species in some dialects | 母羊；雌性（某些方言用法） |
| 3 | stratum | /ˈstrɑːtəm/ | noun | a layer of rock or soil; a level or class in a structure (social, economic, data layers); any distinct layer or tier | 地层；层次；阶层；（数据/结构的）层 |
| 4 | laborious | /ləˈbɔːrɪəs/ | adjective | requiring a lot of effort and time; slow and painstaking; involving hard, often tedious work | 费力的；艰苦的；勤勉的；繁重枯燥的 |
| 5 | fuse | /fjuːz/ | noun / verb | (n) a safety device that melts to break an electrical circuit; an igniter or detonator; (v) to join or blend by melting or other means; to combine ideas or elements into one; to become united | 保险丝；引信；（使）融合；（使）熔合；联合 |
| 6 | deluxe | /dɪˈlʌks/ | adjective / noun | (adj) of higher quality or more luxurious than standard; (n) a deluxe edition/version—an upgraded, premium model | 豪华的；高级的；豪华版；豪华型 |
| 7 | blatant | /ˈbleɪtənt/ | adjective | completely obvious in an offensive or shameless way; conspicuously and offensively loud or obvious (e.g., blatant lie, blatant disregard) | 公然的；明目张胆的；喧嚣的；厚颜无耻的 |
| 8 | drape | /dreɪp/ | verb / noun | (v) to hang cloth loosely in graceful folds; to cover or wrap with cloth; to arrange or adorn with fabric; (n) a curtain or piece of cloth hung as a covering or decoration; a sterile surgical cloth | （用布）悬挂；用布覆盖；用帷幕装饰；帷幔；窗帘；（医用）无菌布 |
| 9 | frenetic | /frəˈnetɪk/ | adjective | filled with frantic activity or excitement; fast, energetic, and often uncontrolled or chaotic; frenzied | 狂乱的；狂热的；发狂似的；紧张忙碌的 |
| 10 | hospice | /ˈhɒspɪs/ | noun | a facility or program providing palliative care for the terminally ill; care focused on comfort rather than cure; historically, lodging for pilgrims or travelers | 临终关怀机构；安宁疗护；（古义）旅客宿舍 |
| 11 | girder | /ˈɡɜːrdər/ | noun | a large, strong beam (usually steel, iron, or concrete) used as the main horizontal support in buildings or bridges | 大梁；主梁；钢梁；承重梁 |
| 12 | mash | /mæʃ/ | verb / noun | (v) to crush or pound into a soft pulp; to beat or press food until soft; to soak and mix grain with water in brewing (to convert starches); (n) the pulpy mass produced; a mixture used in brewing; (informal) a crush or infatuation | 捣碎；压制；（啤酒）糖化；糊状物；浆料；迷恋（非正式） |
| 13 | convene | /kənˈviːn/ | verb | to come together or assemble formally; to call or summon a meeting, court, or committee; to bring people together for a purpose | 召集；集合；召开（会议）；集合出席 |
| 14 | indigestion | /ˌɪndɪˈdʒestʃən/ | noun | discomfort or pain in the stomach after eating (heartburn, bloating, nausea); impaired digestion; (figurative) inability to accept or process information or ideas | 消化不良；胃部不适；消化障碍；难以消化（比喻） |
| 15 | nipple | /ˈnɪpəl/ | noun | a small projection on the breast or udder through which milk is delivered; a teat or rubber/silicone piece on a baby bottle (bottle nipple); a short length of pipe or pipe fitting (pipe nipple); any small protruding part or connector (e.g., valve nipple) | 乳头；奶头；奶嘴（奶瓶用）；短管（管接头）；小凸起/接头 |
2025-09-01
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | moat | /moʊt/ | noun | a deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or fort, often filled with water | 护城河；壕沟 |
| 2 | seedy | /ˈsiːdi/ | adj | shabby, squalid, or morally degraded; disreputable | 破败的；肮脏的；名声不好的 |
| 3 | dissipated | /ˈdɪsɪpeɪtɪd/ | adj/verb (past) | (adj) given to excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures; (v.) scattered or wasted | 放纵的；挥霍的；（使）消散 |
| 4 | reverie | /ˈrɛvəri/ | noun | a state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream | 幻想；白日梦；沉思 |
| 5 | revulsion | /rɪˈvʌlʃən/ | noun | a strong feeling of disgust or repugnance | 强烈的厌恶；反感 |
| 6 | accentuate | /əkˈsɛntʃueɪt/ | verb | to make more noticeable or prominent; to emphasize | 强调；突出 |
| 7 | grid | /ɡrɪd/ | noun/verb | a network of lines forming squares; a framework for streets, power distribution, etc. | 网格；格子；电网；（v.）制成网格状 |
| 8 | marquee | /mɑːrˈkiː/ | noun | a large tent for social events; (US) a large sign over a theater entrance | 大帐篷；（剧院门前的）招牌；华盖 |
| 9 | tarnish | /ˈtɑːrnɪʃ/ | verb/noun | to dull or stain (a surface or reputation); the loss of luster or reputation | 使失去光泽；玷污（名誉）；污点 |
| 10 | pun | /pʌn/ | noun/verb | a joke exploiting the different possible meanings of a word or similar-sounding words; to make such a joke | 双关语；俏皮话；（v.）说双关语 |
| 11 | pester | /ˈpɛstər/ | verb | to trouble or annoy someone persistently with repeated requests or interruptions | 烦扰；纠缠；不断打扰 |
| 12 | revere | /rɪˈvɪər/ | verb | to regard with deep respect, admiration, or reverence | 尊敬；崇敬；敬重 |
| 13 | propagate | /ˈprɒpəɡeɪt/ | verb | to spread or promote (ideas, beliefs) widely; to reproduce (plants, organisms) | 传播；宣传；繁殖（植物等） |
| 14 | observance | /əbˈzɜːrvəns/ | noun | the practice of following a law, custom, or religious rite; a ceremonial observance | 遵守（习俗、法律）；（宗教、纪念）仪式；庆祝 |
| 15 | irreverent | /ɪˈrɛvərənt/ | adj | showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously | 不敬的；无礼的；轻慢的 |
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