英语背单词 专八词汇 中英对照 2026年04月

2024-04-30

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 crap /kræp/ noun
verb
1. (Slang) Something of extremely poor quality.
2. Nonsense or rubbish.
1. 废物;垃圾
2. 胡扯;废话
2 miscellaneous /ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs/ adj (Of items or people) gathered from various sources and of various kinds. 各种各样的;混杂的
3 flaccid /ˈflæsɪd/ adj 1. (Of part of the body) soft and hanging loosely.
2. Lacking force or effectiveness.
1. 松弛的;软弱的
2. 无力的
4 picket /ˈpɪkɪt/ noun
verb
1. A person or group standing outside a workplace to protest.
2. A pointed wooden stake or post.
1. 纠察队员;示威者
2. 尖桩;护栏
5 succumb /səˈkʌm/ verb To fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force. 屈服;屈从;(因病)死亡
6 continuum /kənˈtɪnjuəm/ noun A continuous sequence in which adjacent elements are not perceptibly different from each other. 连续统一体
7 renegade /ˈrenɪɡeɪd/ noun A person who deserts and betrays an organization, country, or set of principles. 叛徒;变节者;叛逆者
8 encore /ˈɒŋkɔː(r)/ noun
interjection
A repeated or additional performance of an item at the end of a concert. 返场;加演;(要求加演的)喝彩声
9 upsurge /ˈʌpsɜːdʒ/ noun An upward surge in the strength or quantity of something; an increase. 飙升;高涨
10 disseminate /dɪˈsemɪneɪt/ verb To spread or disperse (something, especially information) widely. 散布;传播;宣传
11 posthumous /ˈpɒstjʊməs/ adj Occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator. 死后的;(作品)在作者死后出版的
12 tenure /ˈtenjə(r)/ noun 1. The conditions under which land or buildings are held or occupied.
2. Guaranteed permanent employment, especially as a teacher or professor.
1. 任期;终身职位
2. 占有;(土地)所有权
13 muzzle /ˈmʌzl/ noun
verb
1. The projecting part of the face of an animal.
2. A guard used to prevent an animal from biting.
1.(动物的)口鼻部分
2. 枪口;口套;钳制言论
14 monochrome /ˈmɒnəkrəʊm/ adj
noun
A photograph or picture developed or executed in black and white or in varying tones of only one color. 单色的;黑白的
15 adamant /ˈædəmənt/ adj Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind. 坚决的;固执的;强硬的

 

2024-04-29

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 isotope /ˈaɪsətəʊp/ noun Each of two or more forms of the same element that contain equal numbers of protons but different numbers of neutrons. 同位素
2 abusive /əˈbjuːsɪv/ adj Extremely offensive and insulting; characterized by physical or verbal maltreatment. 辱骂的;虐待的;滥用的
3 falsify /ˈfɔːlsɪfaɪ/ verb To alter information so as to mislead; to forge or doctor. 伪造;篡改
4 menial /ˈmiːniəl/ adj (Of work) not requiring much skill and lacking prestige. (工作)琐碎简陋的;枯燥的;卑微的
5 wizard /ˈwɪzəd/ noun 1. A man who has magical powers.
2. (Computing) A help feature that guides a user through a process.
1. 巫师;奇才
2.(计算机)向导程序
6 impasse /ˈæmpæs/ noun A situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock. 僵局;死胡同
7 pungent /ˈpʌndʒənt/ adj 1. Having a sharply strong taste or smell.
2. (Of remarks) sharp and caustic.
1. 刺激性的;辛辣的
2.(语言)尖刻的
8 squash /skwɒʃ/ verb
noun
1. To crush or squeeze something with force.
2. A racket sport played by two or four players in a four-walled court.
1. 压碎;挤压;镇压
2. 壁球
9 defile /dɪˈfaɪl/ verb To sully, mar, or spoil; to desecrate or profane. 亵渎;污损;弄脏
10 weird /wɪəd/ adj Suggesting something supernatural; uncanny; very strange. 怪诞的;离奇的
11 feckless /ˈfekləs/ adj Lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible. 无能的;不负责任的;软弱的
12 truce /truːs/ noun An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting or arguing for a certain time. 休战(协定);停战
13 figurative /ˈfɪɡərətɪv/ adj Departing from a literal use of words; metaphorical. 比喻的;形象的
14 syndicate /ˈsɪndɪkət/ noun
verb
A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote some common interest. 企业联合;财团;辛迪加
15 waive /weɪv/ verb To refrain from insisting on or using a right or claim. 放弃(权利等);免除

 

2024-04-28

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 ferocity /fəˈrɒsəti/ noun The state or quality of being ferocious; extreme fierceness. 凶猛;残暴
2 assimilate /əˈsɪməleɪt/ verb 1. To take in and fully understand information or ideas.
2. To cause something to resemble or become part of a whole.
1. 吸收;消化(知识等)
2. 同化
3 billiards /ˈbɪljədz/ noun A game played on a cloth-covered table with a cue and balls. 台球;台球运动
4 errant /ˈerənt/ adj 1. Erring or straying from the proper course or standards.
2. (Archaic) Traveling in search of adventure.
1. 犯错的;偏离正道的
2.(游侠)周游寻访的
5 gratify /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/ verb To give someone pleasure or satisfaction; to indulge a desire. 使满意;满足(愿望等)
6 polarity /pəˈlærəti/ noun 1. The state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies.
2. (Physics) The property of having poles or being polar.
1. 两极分化;对立
2.(物理)极性
7 arduous /ˈɑːdjuəs/ adj Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. 艰巨的;费力的
8 bog /bɒɡ/ noun
verb
1. Wet muddy ground too soft to support a heavy body.
2. (To bog down) To be prevented from making progress.
1. 沼泽
2. 使陷入困境;停滞不前
9 rapt /ræpt/ adj Completely fascinated by what one is seeing or hearing. 全神贯注的;入迷的
10 taint /teɪnt/ noun
verb
1. A trace of a bad or undesirable quality or substance.
2. To contaminate or pollute.
1. 污点;瑕疵
2. 污染;败坏
11 tacky /ˈtæki/ adj 1. (Of glue or paint) showing a slight stickiness.
2. (Informal) Showing a lack of style or good taste.
1. 微黏的
2. 俗气的;廉价的
12 faze /feɪz/ verb To disturb or disconcert someone (usually used in the negative). 打扰;使惊慌失措
13 dispirited /dɪˈspɪrɪtɪd/ adj Having lost enthusiasm and hope; disheartened. 气馁的;沮丧的
14 canter /ˈkæntə(r)/ noun
verb
A three-beat gait of a horse or other quadruped, between a trot and a gallop. 慢跑;(马)中速跑
15 debase /dɪˈbeɪs/ verb To reduce something in quality or value; to degrade. 降低(质量、价值);贬低

 

2024-04-27

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 forgo /fɔːˈɡəʊ/ verb To omit or decline to take something pleasant or valuable; to go without. 放弃;休想;作罢
2 abode /əˈbəʊd/ noun A place of residence; a house or home. 住所;公馆;住处
3 insurmountable /ˌɪnsəˈmaʊntəbl/ adj Too great to be overcome. 不能克服的;难以逾越的
4 mundane /mʌnˈdeɪn/ adj 1. Lacking interest or excitement; dull.
2. Of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one.
1. 单调乏味的
2. 世俗的;尘世的
5 assortment /əˈsɔːtmənt/ noun A miscellaneous collection of things or people. 各式各样的拼盘;混合物
6 fixture /ˈfɪkstʃə(r)/ noun 1. A piece of equipment or furniture that is fixed in position.
2. A person or thing that is established in a particular place.
1. 固定装置;(抽屉等)配件
2. 固定资产;长期在场的人
7 pouch /paʊtʃ/ noun A small bag or other flexible receptacle. 小袋;(袋鼠等的)育儿袋
8 kin /kɪn/ noun One's family and relations. 亲属;亲戚
9 savant /ˈsævənt/ noun A learned person, especially a distinguished scientist. 博学之士;专家;(智力有缺陷但有特殊才能的)学者
10 delirious /dɪˈlɪriəs/ adj 1. In an acutely disturbed state of mind resulting from illness.
2. In a state of wild excitement or ecstasy.
1. 神志不清的;发狂的
2. 极度兴奋的
11 memorandum /ˌmeməˈrændəm/ noun 1. A written message in business or diplomacy (Memo).
2. A note made for future use.
1. 备忘录
2. 便笺
12 bitch /bɪtʃ/ noun
verb
1. A female dog.
2. (Informal) To complain about something in an annoying way.
1. 母狗
2. 抱怨;(非正式)埋怨
13 twitch /twɪtʃ/ verb
noun
Give a short, sudden jerking or convulsive movement. 抽搐;痉挛;猛拉
14 lesbian /ˈlezbiən/ noun
adj
A woman who is sexually or romantically attracted to other women. 女同性恋者;女同性恋的
15 shack /ʃæk/ noun A roughly built hut or cabin. 简陋的小屋;棚屋

 

2024-04-26

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 snout /snaʊt/ noun The projecting nose and mouth of an animal, especially a mammal. (动物的)口鼻部;鼻部
2 retrospective /ˌretrəˈspektɪv/ adj
noun
1. Looking back on or dealing with past events.
2. An exhibition or compilation showing the development of an artist's work.
1. 回顾的;追溯的
2. 回顾展;(敏捷开发中的)回顾会议
3 detonate /ˈdetəneɪt/ verb To explode or cause to explode. 引爆;爆炸
4 hunk /hʌŋk/ noun 1. A large piece of something, especially food.
2. (Informal) A physically attractive man.
1. 大块;大片
2.(非正式)魁梧迷人的男子
5 extricate /ˈekstrɪkeɪt/ verb To free someone or something from a constraint or difficulty. 使解脱;解救;使游离
6 prone /prəʊn/ adj 1. Likely to or liable to suffer from, do, or experience something unpleasant.
2. Lying flat, especially face downward.
1. 易于...的;有...倾向的
2. 俯卧的
7 stimulant /ˈstɪmjələnt/ noun A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body. 兴奋剂;刺激物
8 depreciate /dɪˈpriːʃieɪt/ verb 1. To diminish in value over a period of time.
2. To disparage or belittle something.
1. 贬值;折旧
2. 轻视;贬低
9 nestle /ˈnesl/ verb To settle or lie comfortably within or against something. 舒适地安顿;依偎;(房屋等)处于幽静处
10 ascendant /əˈsendənt/ adj
noun
Rising in power or influence. 上升的;占优势的;(祖先)
11 etiquette /ˈetɪket/ noun The customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession. 礼仪;礼节
12 municipality /mjuːˌnɪsɪˈpæləti/ noun A city or town that has corporate status and local government. 自治市;市政当局
13 salient /ˈseɪliənt/ adj Most noticeable or important; prominent. 显著的;突出的
14 vanilla /vəˈnɪlə/ noun
adj
1. A substance obtained from vanilla beans used in flavoring.
2. (Computing/Informal) Ordinary; standard; without extra features.
1. 香草
2.(计算机)标准的;原汁原味的;无扩展的
15 lucrative /ˈluːkrətɪv/ adj Producing a great deal of profit. 获利丰厚的;赚大钱的

 

2024-04-25

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 victimize /ˈvɪktɪmaɪz/ verb To single someone out for cruel or unjust treatment. 使受害;欺负
2 autocrat /ˈɔːtəkræt/ noun A ruler who has absolute power; a domineering person. 独裁者;专制君主
3 spinner /ˈspɪnə(r)/ noun 1. A person or device that spins.
2. (Computing) A GUI element indicating a process is loading.
1. 纺织工;旋转器
2.(电脑界面)微调框;加载动画
4 capitulate /kəˈpɪtʃuleɪt/ verb To cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; to surrender. 屈服;投降
5 nappy /ˈnæpi/ noun
adj
1. (British) A diaper.
2. (Of hair) naturally frizzy or coiled.
1.(英)尿布
2. 卷曲的
6 homogenize /həˈmɒdʒənaɪz/ verb To make uniform or similar. 使均匀;使类同
7 charisma /kəˈrɪzmə/ noun Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others. 魅力;感召力
8 stalwart /ˈstɔːlwət/ adj
noun
1. Loyal, reliable, and hardworking.
2. A loyal and reliable supporter in an organization.
1. 坚定的;强壮的
2. 忠实拥护者
9 motif /məʊˈtiːf/ noun 1. A decorative design or pattern.
2. A dominant or recurring idea in an artistic work.
1. 图案;纹样
2.(文学/音乐)主题;主旨
10 mediocre /ˌmiːdiˈəʊkə(r)/ adj Of only moderate quality; not very good. 平庸的;二流的
11 crinkle /ˈkrɪŋkl/ verb
noun
To form small wrinkles or folds. (使)变皱;起皱纹
12 centenary /senˈtiːnəri/ noun
adj
The hundredth anniversary of a significant event. 一百周年(纪念)
13 susceptibility /səˌseptəˈbɪləti/ noun The state or fact of being likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing. 易受影响性;敏感性;易感性
14 falsity /ˈfɔːlsəti/ noun The fact of being untrue, incorrect, or insincere. 虚伪;错误;不真实
15 coup /kuː/ noun 1. A sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power.
2. A notable or successful stroke or move.
1. 政变
2. 意外而成功的行动

 

2024-04-24

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 harass /ˈhærəs/ verb To subject to aggressive pressure or intimidation. 骚扰; 困扰
2 legislate /ˈledʒɪsleɪt/ verb To make or enact laws. 立法; 制定法律
3 intermingle /ˌɪntəˈmɪŋɡl/ verb To mix or mingle together. 混合; 掺和
4 patronage /ˈpætrənɪdʒ/ noun 1. The support given by a patron.
2. The power to control appointments to office or the right to privileges.
1. 赞助; 资助
2. 庇护; 任免权
5 abstinence /ˈæbstɪnəns/ noun The fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something. 节制; 戒绝; 禁欲
6 dote /dəʊt/ verb To be extremely and uncritically fond of (followed by 'on'). 溺爱; 宠爱
7 void /vɔɪd/ adj
noun
verb
1. Completely empty.
2. Not valid or legally binding.
1. 空的; 空虚的
2. 无效的; 作废
8 flighty /ˈflaɪti/ adj Fickle and irresponsible. 轻浮的; 变化无常的
9 custard /ˈkʌstəd/ noun A dessert or sauce made from milk, eggs, and sugar. 卡仕达; 蛋奶冻
10 debacle /deɪˈbɑːkl/ noun A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco. 大败; 惨败; 崩溃
11 conjecture /kənˈdʒektʃə(r)/ noun
verb
An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information. 推测; 猜想
12 enigmatic /ˌenɪɡˈmætɪk/ adj Difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious. 神秘的; 谜一般的
13 compulsion /kəmˈpʌlʃn/ noun 1. An irresistible urge to behave in a certain way.
2. The action of forcing or being forced to do something.
1. 冲动; 强迫症
2. 强制; 强迫
14 pervade /pəˈveɪd/ verb (Of an influence, feeling, or quality) be present and apparent throughout. 弥漫; 遍及; 渗透
15 tentative /ˈtentətɪv/ adj 1. Not certain or fixed; provisional.
2. Done without confidence; hesitant.
1. 暂定的; 试验性的
2. 犹豫不决的

 

2024-04-23

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 hiccup /ˈhɪkʌp/ noun
verb
1. An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm.
2. A temporary or minor problem or setback.
1. 打嗝
2. 小插曲;临时的小问题
2 lagoon /ləˈɡuːn/ noun A stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef. 泻湖;礁湖
3 hardheaded /ˌhɑːdˈhedɪd/ adj Practical and realistic; not managed by sentiment. 头脑冷静的;顽固的;讲究实际的
4 folklore /ˈfəʊklɔː(r)/ noun The traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through generations. 民间传说;民俗
5 giddy /ˈɡɪdi/ adj 1. Having a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall; dizzy.
2. Excitable and frivolous.
1. 头晕的
2. 轻浮的;得意忘形的
6 epilogue /ˈepɪlɒɡ/ noun A section or speech at the end of a book or play that serves as a comment on or a conclusion to what has happened. 收场白;结语;后记
7 trance /trɑːns/ noun A half-conscious state characterized by an absence of response to external stimuli. 恍惚;出神;昏睡状态
8 resurrect /ˌrezəˈrekt/ verb To restore a dead person to life; to revive or revitalize something. 使复活;复兴;恢复使用
9 motionless /ˈməʊʃnləs/ adj Not moving; stationary. 不动的;静止的
10 perception /pəˈsepʃn/ noun The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; a way of regarding or understanding something. 知觉;觉察;看法
11 tactical /ˈtæktɪkl/ adj Relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific end. 战术的;策略上的
12 slab /slæb/ noun A large, thick, flat piece of stone, concrete, or wood. 厚板;平板;混凝土板
13 amoral /ˌeɪˈmɒrəl/ adj Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something. 不属于道德范畴的;无从区分是非的
14 fidget /ˈfɪdʒɪt/ verb
noun
To make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience. 坐立不安;烦躁;玩弄(手中物)
15 felony /ˈfeləni/ noun A crime, typically one involving violence, regarded as more serious than a misdemeanor. 重罪

 

2024-04-22

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 baton /ˈbætɒn/ noun 1. A thin stick used by a conductor to direct an orchestra.
2. A short stick passed in a relay race.
1. 指挥棒
2. 接力棒;警棍
2 rectitude /ˈrektɪtjuːd/ noun Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness. 正直;操行端正
3 immobile /ɪˈməʊbaɪl/ adj Not moving; unable to move. 不动的;固定的;静止的
4 defame /dɪˈfeɪm/ verb To damage the good reputation of someone; to slander or libel. 诽谤;中伤
5 festive /ˈfestɪv/ adj Relating to a festival; cheerful and jovial. 节日的;喜庆的;欢乐的
6 caricature /ˈkærɪkətʃʊə(r)/ noun
verb
A picture or description of a person in which certain characteristics are exaggerated for comic effect. 漫画;讽刺画;夸张的描述
7 clutter /ˈklʌtə(r)/ noun
verb
A collection of things lying about in an untidy mass. 杂乱;凌乱;喧闹
8 proponent /prəˈpəʊnənt/ noun A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project. 支持者;建议者
9 defuse /ˌdiːˈfjuːz/ verb 1. To remove the fuse from an explosive device.
2. To make a situation less tense or dangerous.
1. 拆除引信
2. 缓和;平息
10 infiltrate /ˈɪnfɪltreɪt/ verb To secretly access an organization or place to acquire information or cause damage. 渗透;潜入
11 effluent /ˈefluənt/ noun Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea. 流出物;污水;废液
12 neurotic /njʊˈrɒtɪk/ adj Abnormally sensitive, obsessive, or anxious. 神经质的;神经官能症的
13 membrane /ˈmembreɪn/ noun A pliable sheetlike structure acting as a boundary or lining in an organism. 膜;薄膜;隔膜
14 churn /tʃɜːn/ verb
noun
1. To agitate or turn milk to make butter.
2. (Business) The rate at which customers stop subscribing to a service.
1. 搅拌;剧烈搅动
2.(客户)流失率
15 sublime /səˈblaɪm/ adj Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration. 崇高的;壮丽的;极端的

 

2024-04-21

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 bridle /ˈbraɪdl/ v./n. 1. To show resentment or anger; to react indignantly.
2. The leather equipment placed on a horse's head for control.
3. To put a bridle on a horse.
1. 生气,恼怒(尤指因受辱而表示愤慨)
2. 马勒;笼头
3. 给马套笼头
2 unequivocal /ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ adj. 1. Completely clear and direct; leaving no doubt.
2. Unambiguous; straightforward.
1. 明确无误的;毫不含糊的
2. 不模棱两可的;直截了当的
3 sonata /səˈnɑːtə/ n. 1. A piece of music composed for one instrument (often piano) or two, typically in several movements. 1. 奏鸣曲(通常为独奏或二重奏的器乐曲,分为几个乐章)
4 outnumber /ˌaʊtˈnʌmbər/ v. 1. To have more people or things on one's side than the opposing side.
2. To exceed in number.
1. 在数量上超过(对方)
2. 数量多于
5 sage /seɪdʒ/ n./adj. 1. A wise person, especially a profoundly respected elder or philosopher.
2. Very wise; showing deep wisdom.
3. A flavoring herb (savory).
1. 智者;哲人
2. 睿智的;贤明的
3. 鼠尾草(一种调味草本植物)
6 remission /rɪˈmɪʃn/ n. 1. A temporary period of improvement in a disease, especially cancer, when signs and symptoms lessen.
2. The act of forgiving or pardoning; forgiveness.
3. The cancellation of a debt or penalty.
1. (疾病的)缓解期,缓和期(尤指癌症)
2. 宽恕;赦免
3. 免除;豁免(债务或惩罚)
7 arrears /əˈrɪəz/ n. 1. Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier; outstanding debts.
2. The state of being behind in paying debts.
1. 未付欠款;拖欠的款项
2. 拖欠;逾期未付
8 impeccable /ɪmˈpekəbl/ adj. 1. Faultless; flawless; perfect.
2. Without error or sin (rare).
1. 无瑕疵的;完美的;无可挑剔的
2. 无过失的;无邪的(罕见)
9 wrath /ræθ/ n. 1. Extreme anger; rage; fury.
2. Violent anger, especially as divine punishment.
1. 愤怒;暴怒
2. (尤指神的)惩罚性愤怒,震怒
10 paranoia /ˌpærəˈnɔɪə/ n. 1. A mental condition characterized by extreme distrust and suspicion of others.
2. Intense fear or mistrust, often without basis.
1. 偏执狂;妄想症
2. 多疑;无端的恐惧或猜疑
11 manifesto /ˌmænɪˈfestəʊ/ n. 1. A public declaration of principles, policies, or intentions, especially by a political party or group. 1. 宣言;声明(尤指政治团体的纲领或声明)
12 dampen /ˈdæmpən/ v. 1. To make slightly wet; to moisten.
2. To make something less intense, enthusiastic, or lively; to suppress.
1. 使潮湿;弄湿
2. 抑制,减弱(情绪、热情等);使沮丧
13 impound /ɪmˈpaʊnd/ v. 1. To seize and take legal custody of something, especially by official authority.
2. To confine animals in a pound.
1. 依法扣押;没收
2. 把(动物)关进栏内
14 collusion /kəˈluːʒn/ n. 1. Secret or illegal cooperation, especially to deceive or cheat others.
2. A conspiracy to commit fraud or wrongdoing.
1. 勾结;串通(尤指秘密或非法合作)
2. 共谋;串谋(以行骗或做坏事)
15 holiness /ˈhəʊlinəs/ n. 1. The quality of being holy, sacred, or godly.
2. Used as a title for religious leaders (e.g., "His Holiness" the Pope).
1. 神圣;圣洁
2. (对宗教领袖的尊称)陛下(如教皇陛下)

 

2024-04-20

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 christen /ˈkrɪsn/ v. 1. To baptize someone, especially as a Christian ceremony.
2. To give a name to someone or something.
3. To officially launch a ship or building.
1. 为……施洗礼
2. 命名;为……取名
3. 为(船、建筑物)举行命名仪式
2 bliss /blɪs/ n. 1. Perfect happiness; extreme joy and delight.
2. A state of complete joy and satisfaction.
1. 极乐;幸福
2. 极乐状态;狂喜
3 scathing /ˈskeɪθɪŋ/ adj. 1. Severely critical, harsh, or cutting.
2. Harshly criticizing; damaging.
1. 严厉的;尖刻的
2. 苛责的;极具杀伤力的
4 cholesterol /kəˈlestərɒl/ n. 1. A waxy substance found in body tissues and fluids, essential for cell function but linked to heart disease in excess. 1. 胆固醇
5 regret /rɪˈɡret/ v./n. 1. To feel sorry or disappointed about something done or not done.
2. A feeling of sorrow or disappointment about something.
1. 后悔;遗憾
2. 遗憾;懊悔
6 instigate /ˈɪnstɪɡeɪt/ v. 1. To encourage or start something, often a harmful action; to incite.
2. To initiate or cause to begin.
1. 煽动;唆使
2. 发起;促使
7 enumerate /ɪˈnjuːməreɪt/ v. 1. To list things one by one; to mention individually.
2. To count or calculate the number of something.
1. 逐一列举;详述
2. 数数;计数
8 inflame /ɪnˈfleɪm/ v. 1. To make something more intense, especially emotions or conflicts.
2. To make (a person or situation) angry or excited.
3. To cause inflammation in a part of the body.
1. 加剧;激化
2. 激怒;使激动
3. 使(身体某部位)发炎
9 opus /ˈəʊpəs/ n. 1. A musical composition by a composer, usually numbered.
2. A major work of art, literature, or music.
1. (作曲家的)作品(通常有编号)
2. 大作;杰作
10 anarchist /ˈænəkɪst/ n. 1. A person who believes in abolishing all government and authority, advocating for a society without laws.
2. Someone who promotes disorder or rejects established systems.
1. 无政府主义者
2. 破坏秩序者;反对现有体制者
11 ravish /ˈrævɪʃ/ v. 1. To enchant or delight completely; to fill with wonder.
2. To seize and carry away by force.
3. To rape someone (archaic or euphemistic).
1. 使陶醉;使着迷
2. 强行夺走
3. (古语或委婉语)强奸
12 nomad /ˈnəʊmæd/ n. 1. A member of a people who move from place to place, rather than living in one fixed location.
2. A person who does not settle in one place; an itinerant person.
1. 游牧民;游牧部落成员
2. 流浪者;四处漂泊的人
13 prototype /ˈprəʊtətaɪp/ n. 1. The first or original model of something; a preliminary version.
2. An early example that serves as a basis for future development.
1. 原型;最初版本
2. 雏形;样板
14 eddy /ˈedi/ n./v. 1. A circular current of water or air; a swirling movement.
2. To move in a circular or swirling current.
1. 漩涡;涡流
2. 旋转;打旋
15 sleeper /ˈsliːpər/ n. 1. A person or animal that sleeps.
2. A train carriage with beds or berths.
3. An unexpected success, such as a movie or book that becomes popular.
4. A spy or agent who remains inactive for a long time.
1. 睡觉的人;睡熟的动物
2. 卧铺列车
3. 意外的成功;黑马
4. 潜伏特务

 

2024-04-19

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 crooked /ˈkrʊkɪd/ adj. 1. Not straight; bent or twisted.
2. Dishonest; fraudulent; not straightforward.
1. 弯曲的;歪的
2. 不诚实的;欺诈的;狡诈的
2 ooze /uːz/ v./n. 1. To flow or leak out slowly, as through small openings.
2. A slow flow or seepage of liquid.
3. To give a slow, subtle impression of a quality.
1. (液体)渗出,缓缓流出
2. 渗出物;软泥
3. (品质)逐渐显露,洋溢
3 accomplice /əˈkʌmplɪs/ n. 1. A person who helps another commit a crime or wrongdoing.
2. A partner or associate in an illegal or wrongful act.
1. 共犯;帮凶
2. 同谋;共犯
4 outlandish /aʊtˈlændɪʃ/ adj. 1. Very strange or unusual; bizarre.
2. Unconventional; extraordinarily odd.
1. 奇异的;古怪的
2. 非常规的;离谱的
5 perpetuate /pəˈpetʃueɪt/ v. 1. To make something continue indefinitely; to prolong.
2. To cause something to be remembered or kept alive.
3. To maintain a negative situation or system.
1. 使永久;使长存
2. 使流传;使铭记
3. 延续(负面状况或制度)
6 malt /mɔːlt/ n. 1. Grain (usually barley) that is allowed to germinate, then dried, used in brewing and distilling.
2. A malted milk shake or drink.
1. 麦芽
2. 麦芽饮料;奶昔
7 supplementary /ˌsʌplɪˈmentri/ adj. 1. Added to complete or enhance something; additional.
2. Serving as a supplement.
1. 补充的;追加的
2. 增补的;辅助的
8 thee /ðiː/ pron. 1. An archaic word for "you," used as the object of a verb or preposition. 1. (古英语)你(用作宾语)
9 Armada /ɑːˈmɑːdə/ n. 1. A large fleet of warships.
2. A large organized group of things or vehicles.
1. 舰队;无敌舰队
2. (大型的)队伍,车队
10 wince /wɪns/ v./n. 1. To make a slight, involuntary grimace or movement due to pain, embarrassment, or discomfort.
2. The act of wincing.
1. (因痛苦、尴尬或不适)退缩,皱眉
2. 退缩;皱眉
11 antibody /ˈæntibɒdi/ n. 1. A protein produced in the blood to fight against foreign substances (antigens).
2. A substance that counteracts a specific biological threat.
1. 抗体
2. 抗毒物质
12 impregnate /ɪmˈpreɡneɪt/ v. 1. To cause to become pregnant; to make fertile.
2. To soak or saturate something with a substance.
3. To fill or imbue with an idea or quality.
1. 使怀孕;使受精
2. 浸透;灌输
3. 使充满;使具有(某种特质)
13 outlay /ˈaʊtleɪ/ n. 1. The amount of money spent or invested on something.
2. The act of spending money; expenditure.
1. 支出;费用
2. 开支;经费
14 efficacy /ˈefɪkəsi/ n. 1. The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.
2. The power to produce an effect.
1. 功效;效力
2. 产生效果的能力
15 sliver /ˈslɪvər/ n./v. 1. A thin, narrow piece cut or split off from something larger.
2. To cut or split into thin pieces.
1. 薄片;裂片;碎片
2. 切成薄片;劈开

 

2024-04-18

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 abject /ˈæbdʒekt/ adj. 1. Relating to the lowest, most miserable, or wretched state.
2. Showing utter hopelessness or humiliation; degrading.
1. (处境)凄惨的;绝望的
2. 卑躬屈膝的;自甘堕落的
2 rattle /ˈrætl/ v./n. 1. To make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds.
2. To move or shake with such sounds.
3. To make someone nervous or confused; to unsettle.
1. 发出咯咯声;嘎啦作响
2. 使嘎啦作响;摇晃
3. 使紧张;使慌乱
3 lacquer /ˈlækər/ n./v. 1. A hard, glossy varnish used to coat wood or metal.
2. To coat or finish something with this varnish.
1. 漆;清漆
2. 给……涂漆;以漆覆盖
4 dregs /dreɡz/ n. 1. The last, sedimentary part of a liquid, often left at the bottom of a container.
2. The most worthless part of something; the residue or leftovers.
1. (液体的)残渣;沉淀物
2. 糟粕;无用之辈
5 rabid /ˈræbɪd/ adj. 1. Having or proceeding from extreme, fanatical, or irrational zeal.
2. Relating to or affected by rabies.
1. 狂热的;极端的;非理性的
2. 患狂犬病的
6 crucify /ˈkruːsɪfaɪ/ v. 1. To put to death by nailing or binding to a cross.
2. To treat someone with extreme cruelty; to torment.
3. To criticize or defeat severely.
1. 把……钉死在十字架上
2. 残酷对待;折磨
3. 严厉批评;彻底击败
7 appendix /əˈpendɪks/ n. 1. A section of additional matter at the end of a book or document.
2. A vestigial tube attached to the large intestine (caecum).
1. 附录;补遗
2. 阑尾
8 ephemeral /ɪˈfemərəl/ adj. 1. Lasting for a very short time; fleeting.
2. Short-lived; transient.
1. 短暂的;瞬息即逝的
2. 短暂的;转瞬即逝的
9 manifestation /ˌmænɪfeˈsteɪʃn/ n. 1. An appearance, sign, or indication of something.
2. The act of bringing something into reality; embodiment.
1. 表现;显示;显现
2. 显现;化身
10 confer /kənˈfɜːr/ v. 1. To discuss something with others; to deliberate.
2. To give a title, honor, or benefit to someone; to grant.
1. 商讨;商议
2. 授予(称号、荣誉、学位等)
11 litigation /ˌlɪtɪˈɡeɪʃn/ n. 1. The process of carrying on a lawsuit; the act of taking legal action.
2. A lawsuit or legal action.
1. 诉讼;诉讼程序
2. 诉讼案件
12 defoliate /ˌdiːˈfəʊlieɪt/ v. 1. To strip the leaves from trees or plants.
2. To destroy the leaves of (an area), especially as a military strategy.
1. 使(树木、植物)落叶
2. (尤指军事上)使(某地)失去植被
13 cognitive /ˈkɒɡnətɪv/ adj. 1. Relating to the mental processes of perception, thinking, memory, and judgment.
2. Pertaining to the act or process of knowing.
1. 认知的;感知的
2. 认识的;认知的
14 seminal /ˈsemɪnl/ adj. 1. Highly original, influential, or inspiring; having the power to create new development.
2. Relating to semen; producing seeds or sperm.
1. 开创性的;极具影响力的
2. (生物学术语)精液的;种子的
15 corrugated /ˈkɒrəɡeɪtɪd/ adj. 1. Having a pattern of alternating parallel ridges and grooves; shaped into folds or ridges.
2. Made of material (like cardboard or metal) shaped with parallel ridges and grooves for strength.
1. 波纹状的;有褶皱的
2. (材料)瓦楞的;波纹的

 

2024-04-17

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 vortex /ˈvɔːteks/ n. 1. A mass of swirling fluid or air, like a whirlpool.
2. A situation that sucks people in with intense activity or force.
1. 漩涡;涡流
2. 旋涡;无法摆脱的境况
2 opt /ɒpt/ v. 1. To choose or decide to do something.
2. To make a choice, especially from a set of alternatives.
1. 选择;决定(做某事)
2. (尤指在多个选项中)做出选择
3 Hispanic /hɪˈspænɪk/ adj./n. 1. Relating to Spain, Spanish-speaking countries, or people of Spanish-speaking descent.
2. A person of Spanish-speaking origin, especially in the U.S.
1. 西班牙的;西班牙语国家的;西班牙裔的
2. 西班牙裔;西班牙语裔美国人
4 heterogeneous /ˌhetərəˈdʒiːniəs/ adj. 1. Consisting of diverse elements or parts; varied.
2. Made up of different types of people or things; diverse.
1. 由不同成分组成的;混杂的
2. 多种多样的;异质的
5 obliterate /əˈblɪtəreɪt/ v. 1. To destroy completely, leaving no trace.
2. To remove all signs of something; to wipe out.
1. 彻底摧毁;毁灭
2. 清除;抹去(痕迹等)
6 obsess /əbˈses/ v. 1. To fill the mind of someone continually; to worry excessively.
2. To dominate or preoccupy someone's thoughts.
1. 使痴迷;使困扰
2. 缠住(某人的思想);使全神贯注
7 cramp /kræmp/ n./v. 1. A sudden, painful tightening of muscles, often in the leg.
2. To restrict movement or development; to hinder.
1. 痉挛;抽筋
2. 限制;阻碍(发展、行动等)
8 composite /ˈkɒmpəzɪt/ adj./n. 1. Made up of several parts; compounded.
2. Something made up of various parts; a mixture.
1. 合成的;复合的
2. 合成物;混合物;复合物
9 bunk /bʌŋk/ n./v. 1. A narrow bed that is a shelf attached to a wall, often stacked.
2. Nonsense; foolish talk.
3. To sleep in a bunk; to use a makeshift bed.
1. (上下铺的)床铺;铺位
2. 胡言乱语;废话
3. 睡在铺位上;睡在临时床上
10 beset /bɪˈset/ v. 1. To trouble or threaten persistently; to harass.
2. To surround or attack from all sides.
1. 困扰;使苦恼
2. 围攻;包围
11 irksome /ˈɜːksəm/ adj. 1. Causing annoyance, frustration, or tedium; annoying.
2. Troublesome; vexing.
1. 令人烦恼的;讨厌的
2. 令人恼火的;麻烦的
12 predatory /ˈpredətəri/ adj. 1. Relating to predators; living by preying on others.
2. Seeking to exploit or prey upon others.
1. 捕食性的;食肉的
2. 掠夺性的;压榨他人的
13 impersonate /ɪmˈpɜːsəneɪt/ v. 1. To pretend to be someone else, especially for entertainment or deception.
2. To mimic or copy the voice and manners of another.
1. 冒充;扮演(他人角色)
2. 模仿;假扮
14 ardent /ˈɑːdnt/ adj. 1. Having or showing strong enthusiasm or passion.
2. Fiery; intense; fervent.
1. 热情的;热烈的
2. 热烈的;强烈的;火热的
15 enfold /ɪnˈfəʊld/ v. 1. To wrap or surround something with a covering.
2. To embrace someone; to hold in one's arms.
1. 包住;裹住
2. 拥抱;怀抱

 

2024-04-16

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 slouch /slaʊtʃ/ v./n. 1. To sit, stand, or walk with a lazy, drooping posture.
2. A drooping or relaxed posture; a lazy person.
1. (坐、站或行走时)无精打采地耷拉着头;弯腰驼背
2. 无精打采的姿势;懒散的人
2 hurtle /ˈhɜːtl/ v. 1. To move at high speed, often in a noisy or uncontrolled way.
2. To rush or shoot forward violently.
1. 猛冲;飞驰(常伴随噪音或失控)
2. 迅猛地前进;猛冲
3 momentary /ˈməʊməntri/ adj. 1. Lasting for only a very short time.
2. Brief; instant; not enduring.
1. 短暂的;片刻的
2. 瞬息的;转瞬即逝的
4 ramble /ˈræmbl/ v./n. 1. To walk for pleasure, usually without a fixed route.
2. To talk or write at length in a confused, wandering way.
1. 漫步;闲逛
2. 漫谈;闲聊;东拉西扯
5 dither /ˈdɪðər/ v./n. 1. To be unable to make a decision; to hesitate.
2. A state of indecision or nervous agitation.
1. 犹豫不决;拿不定主意
2. 犹豫不决;焦虑不安
6 capricious /kəˈprɪʃəs/ adj. 1. Acting or responding in unpredictable and impulsive ways.
2. Unpredictable; impulsive; fickle.
1. 反复无常的;任性的
2. 变幻莫测的;冲动的;反复无常的
7 frisk /frɪsk/ v./n. 1. To search someone for concealed weapons by running the hands quickly over their clothes.
2. A quick playful jump or skip.
1. 搜身(尤指为了检查武器)
2. 欢快地跳跃;蹦跳
8 plummet /ˈplʌmɪt/ v. 1. To fall suddenly and vertically.
2. To drop sharply in value or quantity.
1. (垂直地)骤然落下;骤降
2. (价值或数量)暴跌;猛跌
9 indiscriminate /ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnət/ adj. 1. Not making careful choices or distinctions; random.
2. Widespread; random; not limited.
1. 不加选择的;无差别的
2. 任意的;随意的;不加区别的
10 rupture /ˈrʌptʃər/ v./n. 1. To break open or apart suddenly; to burst.
2. A breaking apart; a sudden breaking open.
1. 破裂;断裂;爆炸
2. 破裂;决裂;断裂
11 collude /kəˈluːd/ v. 1. To secretly cooperate in a dishonest or illegal way.
2. To conspire or act together covertly.
1. 勾结;串通(以做非法或不诚实之事)
2. 暗中勾结;串谋
12 Canon /ˈkænən/ n. 1. A law or rule accepted as authoritative in a specific field.
2. The official list of books included in the Bible.
3. A church dignitary or priest.
1. 准则;规范(尤指某一领域公认的标准)
2. (《圣经》的)正典
3. (教堂的)教士;总司祭
13 forensic /fəˈrensɪk/ adj. 1. Relating to the use of scientific methods to investigate crime.
2. Relating to courts of law or public debate.
1. 法医的;用于法庭科学(鉴定)的
2. 法庭的;与法庭辩论有关的
14 fervor /ˈfɜːvər/ n. 1. Intense passion or enthusiasm.
2. A feeling of great heat; glowing intensity.
1. 热情;热忱
2. 热烈;炽热
15 Quaker /ˈkweɪkər/ n. 1. A member of the Religious Society of Friends (Christian group), known for their pacifism and equality. 1. 贵格会教徒(基督教公谊会教徒,以主张和平与平等著称)

 

2026-04-15

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 fingertip /ˈfɪŋɡətɪp/ noun The end of a finger. 指尖;手稍
2 stringent /ˈstrɪndʒənt/ adj (Of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting. 严格的;严厉的;(货币)紧缩的
3 maverick /ˈmævərɪk/ noun
adj
An unorthodox or independent-minded person. 特立独行的人;持不同意见者
4 reinstate /ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt/ verb To restore someone or something to their former position or state. 使复职;使复原;恢复使用
5 palatable /ˈpælətəbl/ adj 1. (Of food or drink) pleasant to taste.
2. (Of an action or proposal) acceptable or satisfactory.
1. 美味的;可口的
2. 合意的;认可的
6 regal /ˈriːɡl/ adj Of, resembling, or fit for a monarch, especially in being magnificent or dignified. 帝王的;王室的;庄严的
7 mutilate /ˈmjuːtɪleɪt/ verb To inflict a violent and disfiguring injury on. 残害;毁坏;使支离破碎
8 neoclassical /ˌniːəʊˈklæsɪkl/ adj Relating to the revival of a classical style or treatment in art, literature, or music. 新古典主义的
9 etch /etʃ/ verb 1. To engrave a metal plate with acid to create a design.
2. To fix clearly in the mind or memory.
1. 蚀刻;浸蚀
2. 铭刻(于心)
10 enormity /ɪˈnɔːməti/ noun 1. The great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad.
2. A grave crime or sin.
1. 巨大;艰巨
2. 极恶毒;暴行
11 treble /ˈtrebl/ adj
noun
verb
1. Consisting of three parts; threefold.
2. A high-pitched voice or sound.
1. 三倍的
2. 高音;高声部
12 presumption /prɪˈzʌmpʃn/ noun 1. An idea that is taken to be true on the basis of probability.
2. Arrogant behavior that goes beyond what is appropriate.
1. 推测;假定
2. 傲慢;自以为是
13 stardom /ˈstɑːdəm/ noun The state or status of being a very famous or talented entertainer or sports player. 明星地位;名声
14 ostentatious /ˌɒstenˈteɪʃəs/ adj Characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice. 炫耀的;卖弄的;铺张的
15 euphemism /ˈjuːfəmɪzəm/ noun A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt. 委婉语;委婉说法

 

2026-04-14

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 edifice /ˈedɪfɪs/ noun 1. A large, imposing building.
2. A complex system of beliefs or thoughts.
1. 宏伟的建筑
2. 思想体系;大厦
2 irrevocable /ɪˈrevəkəbl/ adj Not able to be changed, reversed, or recovered; final. 不可更改的;不可撤销的
3 scrupulous /ˈskruːpjələs/ adj 1. Diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details.
2. Very concerned to avoid doing wrong.
1. 一丝不苟的;严谨的
2. 审慎的;正直的
4 mandatory /ˈmændətəri/ adj Required by law or rules; compulsory. 强制性的;义务的
5 gravitate /ˈɡrævɪteɪt/ verb To move toward or be attracted to a place, person, or thing. 受吸引;倾向于;(受引力作用)下沉
6 mainspring /ˈmeɪnsprɪŋ/ noun 1. The principal spring in a watch or clock.
2. The chief motivating force of an action or system.
1.(钟表的)主发条
2. 主要动力;诱因
7 crypt /krɪpt/ noun An underground room or vault beneath a church, used as a chapel or burial place. 地窖;(教堂下的)地下室
8 ordain /ɔːˈdeɪn/ verb 1. To make someone a priest or minister.
2. To order or decree something officially.
1. 授予圣职
2.(命运等)注定;规定
9 gazette /ɡəˈzet/ noun A journal or newspaper, especially the official one of an organization. 报刊;(官方的)公报
10 brevity /ˈbrevəti/ noun Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech; shortness of time. 简洁;简短
11 acquittal /əˈkwɪtl/ noun A judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged. 宣判无罪;无罪开释
12 fence /fens/ noun
verb
1. A barrier or railing enclosing an area.
2. To fight with a sword (saber, foil, or epee).
1. 篱笆;围栏
2. 击剑;回避(问题)
13 fetus /ˈfiːtəs/ noun An unborn offspring of a mammal, in particular an unborn human baby more than eight weeks after conception. 胎儿
14 menopause /ˈmenəpɔːz/ noun The ceasing of menstruation, typically occurring between 45 and 50 years of age. 更年期;绝经期
15 vie /vaɪ/ verb To compete eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something. 争夺;竞争

 

2026-04-13

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 emblem /ˈembləm/ noun A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge of a nation, organization, or family. 象征;徽章;符号
2 onomatopoeia /ˌɒnəˌmætəˈpiːə/ noun The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named (e.g., cuckoo, sizzle). 拟声法;拟声词
3 nuzzle /ˈnʌzl/ verb To rub or push against gently with the nose and mouth. (用鼻子)轻擦;依偎
4 seep /siːp/ verb (Of a liquid) flow or leak slowly through porous material or small holes. 渗出;漏出
5 traverse /trəˈvɜːs/ verb
noun
1. To travel across or through.
2. (Computing/Math) To visit all the nodes of a data structure.
1. 横越;穿过
2.(计算机/数学)遍历
6 hedonist /ˈhiːdənɪst/ noun A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important aspect of life. 享乐主义者
7 dogmatic /dɒɡˈmætɪk/ adj Inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true. 武断的;教条的
8 squeak /skwiːk/ verb
noun
A short, high-pitched sound or cry. 吱吱声;嘎吱声
9 xenophobia /ˌzenəˈfəʊbiə/ noun Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries. 仇外;排外
10 intuition /ˌɪntjuˈɪʃn/ noun The ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning. 直觉
11 esoteric /ˌesəˈterɪk/ adj Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge. 秘传的;深奥的;难懂的
12 languish /ˈlæŋɡwɪʃ/ verb 1. To lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble.
2. To be forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation.
1. 凋谢;衰弱
2. 受煎熬;长期滞留
13 niche /niːʃ/ noun 1. A comfortable or suitable position in life or employment.
2. A specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service.
1. 合适的位置(工作等)
2. 利基;小众市场
14 figment /ˈfɪɡmənt/ noun A thing that someone believes to be real but that exists only in their imagination. 虚构的事;臆造的事物
15 ghastly /ˈɡɑːstli/ adj 1. Causing great horror or fear; frightful.
2. Extremely unwell.
1. 可怕的;惨白的
2. 极其糟糕的

 

2026-04-12

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 abduct /æbˈdʌkt/ v. 1. To kidnap or carry off someone against their will.
2. To remove someone illegally or by force.
1. 绑架;劫持
2. 拐走;非法带走
2 abort /əˈbɔːrt/ v. 1. To stop a process or activity before it is completed, especially prematurely.
2. To cause an abortion; to terminate pregnancy early.
1. 中止;中途放弃(计划、任务等)
2. 堕胎;使流产
3 irreconcilable /ɪˌrekənˈsaɪləbl/ adj. 1. Impossible to resolve or bring into agreement.
2. Impossible to reconcile; fundamentally different or incompatible.
1. 不可调和的;无法和解的
2. 矛盾的;不相容的
4 vicinity /vəˈsɪnəti/ n. 1. The area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood.
2. The state of being near; proximity.
1. 附近;邻近地区
2. 附近;近处
5 electrocute /ɪˈlektrəkjuːt/ v. 1. To kill by electric shock.
2. To administer a fatal electric shock to someone.
1. 电死;以电刑处死
2. 施以电刑;电击致死
6 superfluous /suːˈpɜːflʊəs/ adj. 1. Unnecessary; more than is needed.
2. Extra or redundant; exceeding what is required.
1. 多余的;不必要的
2. 过剩的;冗余的
7 inflammable /ɪnˈflæməbl/ adj. 1. Easily set on fire; easily ignited.
2. Highly flammable; capable of burning rapidly.
1. 易燃的;可燃的
2. 易着火的;易燃的
8 integer /ˈɪntɪdʒər/ n. 1. A whole number; a number that is not a fraction or decimal.
2. A complete entity; a whole unit.
1. 整数
2. 整体;完整的事物
9 dissuade /dɪˈsweɪd/ v. 1. To persuade someone not to do something.
2. To advise against; to deter.
1. 劝阻;阻止
2. 劝诫;阻拦
10 interlude /ˈɪntəluːd/ n. 1. A short period of time between events; an interval.
2. A brief entertainment or pause between acts.
1. 插曲;间隙
2. 幕间节目;幕间休息
11 baleful /ˈbeɪlfl/ adj. 1. Threatening harm; menacing.
2. Causing harm or having a sinister influence.
1. 凶险的;险恶的
2. 有害的;带来灾难的
12 shunt /ʃʌnt/ v./n. 1. To move a train or vehicle from one track to another; to reroute.
2. To move someone or something aside; to shift.
1. (将火车或车辆)调轨;分流
2. 避开;转移
13 appraise /əˈpreɪz/ v. 1. To assess the value or quality of something.
2. To set a price on; to evaluate formally.
1. 评价;估价
2. 鉴定;评估
14 inadvertent /ˌɪnədˈvɜːtənt/ adj. 1. Unintentional; not deliberate.
2. Happening by accident; unintentional.
1. 无意的;非故意的
2. 偶然的;疏忽造成的
15 fornicate /ˈfɔːnɪkeɪt/ v. 1. To engage in sexual intercourse outside of marriage.
2. To commit fornication.
1. 私通;通奸
2. 发生不正当性行为

 

2026-04-11

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 pentathlon /penˈtæθlən/ n. 1. An athletic contest consisting of five events.
2. A competition that tests skills in five different areas.
1. 五项全能运动
2. 包含五个项目的竞赛
2 repellent /rɪˈpelənt/ adj./n. 1. Causing a feeling of aversion or disgust.
2. A substance that keeps things off, such as insects or water.
1. 令人厌恶的;反感的
2. 驱虫剂;防水剂
3 animosity /ˌænɪˈmɒsəti/ n. 1. Strong hostility or strong ill will.
2. A deep-seated hatred or resentment.
1. 敌意;仇恨
2. 强烈的反感;憎恶
4 nude /njuːd/ adj./n. 1. Naked; without clothing.
2. A painting, sculpture, or photograph of an unclothed human figure.
1. 裸体的;赤裸的
2. 裸体像;裸体艺术品
5 vernacular /vəˈnækjələr/ n./adj. 1. The everyday language spoken by a particular group or in a region.
2. Relating to the local language or architecture.
1. 方言;白话;本地话
2. 用本地语言的;地方风格的
6 reprove /rɪˈpruːv/ v. 1. To criticize or express disapproval of someone.
2. To scold gently; to admonish.
1. 责备;非难
2. 温和地指责;告诫
7 insuperable /ɪnˈsuːpərəbl/ adj. 1. Impossible to overcome; insurmountable.
2. Too great to be defeated or passed.
1. 无法克服的;不可战胜的
2. 不能超越的
8 practicality /ˌpræktɪˈkæləti/ n. 1. The quality of being sensible and realistic.
2. The suitability for actual use; utility.
1. 实际性;务实性
2. 实用性;适用性
9 nostalgic /nɒˈstældʒɪk/ adj. 1. Feeling sentimental longing for the past.
2. Relating to or characterized by nostalgia.
1. 怀旧的;留恋过去的
2. 充满乡愁的;引起怀旧之情的
10 connoisseur /ˌkɒnəˈsɜːr/ n. 1. An expert on a particular subject, especially in the arts.
2. A person with informed and discriminating taste.
1. 鉴赏家;行家(尤指艺术方面)
2. 有鉴赏力的人;内行
11 recurrent /rɪˈkʌrənt/ adj. 1. Occurring repeatedly or regularly.
2. Returning or recurring after an interval.
1. 反复出现的;周期性的
2. 复发的;再现的
12 mar /mɑːr/ v. 1. To spoil or ruin something.
2. To damage or detract from perfection.
1. 破坏;损坏
2. 玷污;损毁
13 chant /tʃɑːnt/ v./n. 1. To repeat or sing a word or phrase rhythmically.
2. A rhythmic song or repeated phrase.
1. 重复地唱;吟诵;反复呼喊
2. 圣歌;单调重复的词句
14 gloat /ɡləʊt/ v. 1. To feel or express extreme satisfaction in one's success or advantage, especially at others' misfortune.
2. To exult or show off boastfully.
1. 幸灾乐祸地看(或想);沾沾自喜
2. 洋洋得意;沾沾自喜
15 sheepish /ˈʃiːpɪʃ/ adj. 1. Feeling embarrassed or ashamed due to shyness or awkwardness.
2. Meek and timid like a sheep.
1. 羞怯的;尴尬的;局促不安的
2. 怯懦的;驯服的

 

2026-04-10

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 feign /feɪn/ v. 1. To pretend to be something; to fake.
2. To simulate an emotion or condition.
1. 假装;佯装
2. 佯装(某种情感或状态)
2 vindictive /vɪnˈdɪktɪv/ adj. 1. Showing a strong desire for revenge.
2. Unforgiving; malicious.
1. 报复心强的;想复仇的
2. 怀恨在心的;恶意的
3 imbecile /ˈɪmbəsiːl/ n./adj. 1. A very foolish or stupid person.
2. Stupid; senseless.
1. 低能者;傻瓜
2. 愚笨的;低能的
4 adrift /əˈdrɪft/ adj./adv. 1. Floating without control; not anchored.
2. Without purpose or direction; lost.
1. 漂浮的;漂流的
2. 漫无目的的;漂泊的
5 fitful /ˈfɪtfl/ adj. 1. Occurring in irregular bursts; not continuous.
2. Having starts and stops; restless.
1. 一阵阵的;断断续续的
2. 不安宁的;断续的
6 cuckoo /ˈkʊkuː/ n./adj. 1. A bird known for laying eggs in other birds' nests.
2. Crazy; silly; foolish.
1. 杜鹃;布谷鸟
2. 疯狂的;傻气的
7 engross /ɪnˈɡrəʊs/ v. 1. To absorb the attention of; to occupy fully.
2. To write or copy in a clear, formal hand.
1. 使全神贯注;使沉浸
2. 正式书写;工整誊写
8 entice /ɪnˈtaɪs/ v. 1. To attract or persuade with promise of reward.
2. To lure or tempt.
1. 引诱;怂恿
2. 诱惑;诱使
9 nautical /ˈnɔːtɪkl/ adj. 1. Relating to sailors, ships, or navigation.
2. Used for or connected with sea travel.
1. 航海的;海事的
2. 与航海有关的;航海用的
10 ambush /ˈæmbʊʃ/ n./v. 1. A surprise attack from a hidden position.
2. To attack by surprise from a hidden location.
1. 伏击;埋伏
2. 伏击;突袭
11 hatchback /ˈhætʃbæk/ n. 1. An automobile with a rear door that opens upwards.
2. A car model featuring a hatchback design.
1. 掀背式汽车
2. 掀背车
12 turmoil /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/ n. 1. A state of great confusion, anxiety, or uncertainty.
2. Disturbance or chaos.
1. 混乱;骚动
2. 混乱;动荡
13 negligent /ˈneɡlɪdʒənt/ adj. 1. Failing to take proper care; careless.
2. Not paying due attention; remiss.
1. 疏忽的;失职的
2. 大意的;粗心的
14 deem /diːm/ v. 1. To consider or judge something in a specific way.
2. To hold as an opinion; to think.
1. 认为;视作
2. 相信;持某种看法
15 lyrical /ˈlɪrɪkl/ adj. 1. Relating to lyric poetry or song; expressive.
2. Expressing personal feelings in a spontaneous, song-like way.
1. 抒情诗的;抒情的
2. 充满感情的;热情洋溢的

 

2026-04-09

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 effeminate /ɪˈfemɪnət/ adj. 1. Having traits or manners considered unmanly or characteristic of women.
2. Lacking strength or virility; soft.
1. 女子气的;娘娘腔的
2. 柔弱的;缺乏男子气概的
2 venerable /ˈvenərəbl/ adj. 1. Deserving respect, especially because of age, dignity, or character.
2. Impressive due to age, history, or wisdom.
1. 值得尊敬的;德高望重的
2. 因年高、历史或智慧而令人敬仰的
3 intriguing /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/ adj. 1. Fascinating; arousing curiosity or interest.
2. Complex and stimulating; engaging.
1. 引人入胜的;迷人的
2. 有趣的;激起兴趣的
4 diffident /ˈdɪfɪdənt/ adj. 1. Lacking self-confidence; shy or timid.
2. Hesitant in speech or manner due to uncertainty.
1. 缺乏自信的;羞怯的
2. 犹豫不决的;畏缩的
5 accountable /əˈkaʊntəbl/ adj. 1. Responsible for one's actions; liable to be called to account.
2. Obliged to provide an explanation or justification.
1. 负有责任的;应作解释的
2. 有责任的;有义务的
6 mirage /mɪˈrɑːʒ/ n. 1. An optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions.
2. An illusion or wishful thinking; something unreal.
1. 海市蜃楼;幻象
2. 妄想;幻想;不切实际的想法
7 underwrite /ˌʌndəˈraɪt/ v. 1. To agree to finance or support a venture or project.
2. To sign and accept liability on an insurance policy or security.
1. 承保;为……提供资金
2. 承保;认购(证券)
8 tactful /ˈtæktfl/ adj. 1. Having or showing sensitivity in dealing with others.
2. Having a keen sense of what is appropriate without causing offense.
1. 机智的;圆通的
2. 得体的;圆滑的
9 crescent /ˈkresnt/ n./adj. 1. A curved shape like the moon's phases.
2. Growing; increasing; shaped like a crescent.
1. 新月;月牙;新月形
2. 新月形的;逐渐增大的
10 reimburse /ˌriːɪmˈbɜːs/ v. 1. To pay back or compensate someone for expenses incurred.
2. To make repayment for loss or damage.
1. 偿还;报销
2. 补偿;赔偿
11 node /nəʊd/ n. 1. A point where lines, branches, or paths meet.
2. A lump or swelling; a knot; a central point in a network.
1. 节点;节(点)
2. 瘤;结节;中心点
12 barrage /ˈbærɑːʒ/ n. 1. A concentrated artillery bombardment.
2. A continuous and overwhelming attack (verbal or physical).
1. 弹幕;炮火
2. 连珠炮似的发问;接二连三的打击
13 buoyancy /ˈbɔɪənsi/ n. 1. The ability to float.
2. The upward force exerted on an object immersed in a fluid.
3. Cheerfulness; resilience.
1. 浮力
2. (液体或气体的)浮力
3. 开朗;乐观;坚韧
14 entangle /ɪnˈtæŋɡl/ v. 1. To involve or trap in a confused, complicated, or compromising situation.
2. To twist or knot together.
1. 使纠缠;卷入(困境)
2. 缠住;使纠结
15 harmonize /ˈhɑːmənaɪz/ v. 1. To blend together well; to be in agreement.
2. To make compatible; to adjust or adapt to match.
1. 协调;和谐
2. 使协调;使一致

 

2026-04-08

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 emissary /ˈemɪsəri/ n. 1. A person sent by a government or leader to represent them on a mission.
2. A representative or messenger.
1. 使者;特使
2. 代表;信使
2 concentric /kɒnˈsentrɪk/ adj. 1. Having a common center; used to describe circles or spheres.
2. Sharing the same axis or focus.
1. 同心的;同中心的
2. 共轴的;同焦点的
3 authoritarian /əˌθɒrɪˈteəriən/ adj./n. 1. Favoring strict obedience to authority over individual freedom.
2. A person who enforces strict authority.
1. 威权主义的;专制主义的
2. 专制主义者;权威主义者
4 brokerage /ˈbrəʊkərɪdʒ/ n. 1. A business that acts as an intermediary in transactions (e.g., stocks, real estate).
2. The fee or commission charged by a broker.
1. 经纪业务;经纪公司
2. 佣金;经纪费
5 rut /rʌt/ n. 1. A deep track made by wheels.
2. A fixed, monotonous routine that is hard to escape.
1. 车辙;凹槽
2. (一成不变的)常规;老套路
6 bombard /bɒmˈbɑːd/ v. 1. To attack with bombs or missiles.
2. To assail persistently (with questions, criticism, etc.).
1. 轰炸;炮击
2. (用问题、批评等)不断攻击;连珠炮似的提问
7 carbohydrate /ˌkɑːbəʊˈhaɪdreɪt/ n. 1. An organic compound that includes sugars, starch, and cellulose.
2. A main source of energy in food.
1. 碳水化合物;糖类
2. (食物中的)碳水化合物
8 dated /ˈdeɪtɪd/ adj. 1. Out of fashion; no longer current.
2. Looking old-fashioned.
1. 过时的;陈旧的
2. 老式的;过时的
9 patter /ˈpætər/ v./n. 1. To make quick, light tapping sounds.
2. A rapid, meaningless talk; chatter.
3. The sound of quick, light steps.
1. 发出轻快的拍打声;啪嗒啪嗒地跑
2. 喋喋不休;快速含糊的话
3. 轻拍声;嗒嗒声
10 heathen /ˈhiːθən/ n./adj. 1. A person who does not belong to a widely held religion.
2. Uncivilized; pagan.
1. 异教徒;不信教的人
2. 未开化的;异教的
11 balk /bɔːk/ v./n. 1. To hesitate or refuse to proceed due to unwillingness.
2. To block or thwart; an obstacle.
1. 犹豫;不愿进行;畏缩不前
2. 阻碍;阻止;挫折;障碍
12 censor /ˈsensər/ v./n. 1. To examine and suppress parts of books, films, etc. considered objectionable.
2. An official who examines material to suppress content.
1. 审查;删改
2. 审查员;检查员
13 sagacious /səˈɡeɪʃəs/ adj. 1. Showing good judgment; wise.
2. Insightful and discerning.
1. 睿智的;精明的
2. 有洞察力的;明智的
14 negate /nɪˈɡeɪt/ v. 1. To make something invalid or void.
2. To deny the existence or truth of something.
1. 否定;否认
2. 使无效;取消
15 metaphysical /ˌmetəˈfɪzɪkl/ adj. 1. Relating to the nature of reality and existence.
2. Highly abstract or theoretical.
3. Relating to a style of 17th-century poetry using unusual imagery.
1. 形而上学的;玄学的
2. 抽象的;深奥的
3. 玄学派诗歌的

 

2026-04-07

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 caste /kɑːst/ noun Each of the hereditary classes of Hindu society; a rigid social hierarchy. 种姓制度;(排他的)社会等级
2 regeneration /rɪˌdʒenəˈreɪʃn/ noun 1. The action or process of regenerating or being regenerated.
2. (Biology) The regrowth of a damaged or missing organ or tissue.
1. 再生;重建
2.(生物)再生
3 pivotal /ˈpɪvətl/ adj Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something. 关键的;核心的;中枢的
4 transmute /trænzˈmjuːt/ verb To change in form, nature, or substance. 使变形;使演变;(炼金术)使变质
5 paralysis /pəˈræləsɪs/ noun 1. The loss of the ability to move (and sometimes to feel) in part of the body.
2. Inability to act or function in a normal way.
1. 瘫痪;麻痹
2. 停顿;无力状态
6 doleful /ˈdəʊlfl/ adj Expressing sorrow; mournful. 悲哀的;忧郁的
7 dowry /ˈdaʊri/ noun Property or money brought by a bride to her husband on their marriage. 嫁妆;天资
8 gag /ɡæɡ/ noun
verb
1. A piece of cloth put in or over a person's mouth to prevent them from speaking.
2. A joke or a funny story.
1. 塞口物;钳制言论
2. 恶作剧;插科打诨
9 scuffle /ˈskʌfl/ noun
verb
A short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. 扭打;混战;拖着脚走
10 lubricant /ˈluːbrɪkənt/ noun
adj
A substance, such as oil or grease, used for minimizing friction. 润滑剂;润滑的
11 austere /ɔːˈstɪə(r)/ adj 1. Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance.
2. (Of a living condition) extremely plain and simple.
1. 严厉的;简朴的
2.(生活)艰苦的;朴素的
12 miscarriage /ˌmɪsˈkærɪdʒ/ noun 1. The spontaneous expulsion of a fetus from the womb before it is able to survive.
2. An unsuccessful outcome of something planned.
1. 流产
2. 失败;误审(miscarriage of justice)
13 entreat /ɪnˈtriːt/ verb To ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something. 恳求;乞求
14 eccentricity /ˌeksenˈtrɪsəti/ noun 1. The quality of being unconventional and slightly strange.
2. (Geometry) A measure of how much a conic section deviates from being circular.
1. 古怪;怪癖
2.(几何)离心率
15 inanimate /ɪnˈænɪmət/ adj Not alive, especially not in the manner of animals and humans. 无生命的;无生气的

 

2026-04-06

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 fallible /ˈfæləbl/ adj Capable of making mistakes or being erroneous. 易犯错的;不可靠的
2 dissension /dɪˈsenʃn/ noun Disagreement that leads to discord. 纠纷;内讧;异议
3 erudite /ˈerudaɪt/ adj Having or showing great knowledge or learning. 博学的;学问精深的
4 horrid /ˈhɒrɪd/ adj 1. Causing horror.
2. Very unpleasant or disagreeable.
1. 可怕的
2. 讨厌的;无礼的
5 congenial /kənˈdʒiːniəl/ adj 1. (Of a person) pleasant because of a personality similar to one's own.
2. (Of a thing) suited to one's needs.
1. 志趣相投的
2. 意气相投的;相宜的
6 scurry /ˈskʌri/ verb
noun
1. To move hurriedly with short quick steps.
2. A situation of hurried and confused movement.
1. 疾跑;急赶
2. 急跑;短距离奔跑
7 shoddy /ˈʃɒdi/ adj 1. Badly made or done.
2. Lacking moral principle; dishonest.
1. 做工粗制滥造的
2. 卑鄙的;不正经的
8 temporal /ˈtempərəl/ adj 1. Relating to worldly as opposed to spiritual affairs.
2. Relating to time.
1. 世俗的;暂时的
2. 时间的
9 chivalry /ˈʃɪvəlri/ noun 1. The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code.
2. Courteous behavior, especially that of a man toward women.
1. 骑士制度
2. 骑士精神;(对女性的)彬彬有礼
10 hairdo /ˈheədʊ/ noun The way in which a person's hair is styled. 发型;发式
11 pedestal /ˈpedɪstl/ noun The base or support on which a statue, obelisk, or column is mounted. 基座;底座
12 repugnant /rɪˈpʌɡnənt/ adj Extremely distasteful; unacceptable. 令人厌恶的;矛盾的
13 incite /ɪnˈsaɪt/ verb To encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior). 煽动;激励
14 repression /rɪˈpreʃn/ noun 1. The action of subduing someone by force.
2. The restraint or inhibition of feelings.
1. 镇压;抑制
2.(心理)压抑
15 sleek /sliːk/ adj 1. (Of hair, fur, or skin) smooth and glossy.
2. (Of a vehicle) having an elegant, streamlined shape.
1. 光滑的;有光泽的
2.(汽车等)线条流畅的

 

2026-04-05

index word pronunciation parts of speech explanation translation in Chinese
1 hiatus /haɪˈeɪtəs/ noun A pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process. 间断;缝隙;停滞
2 forsake /fəˈseɪk/ verb 1. To abandon or leave someone or something.
2. To give up or renounce.
1. 遗弃;抛弃
2. 放弃;断绝
3 decipher /dɪˈsaɪfə(r)/ verb 1. To convert a code or cipher into normal language.
2. To succeed in understanding or interpreting something.
1. 破译(密码)
2. 辨认;解释
4 frantic /ˈfræntɪk/ adj 1. Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion.
2. Conducted in a hurried and excited way.
1. 疯狂的;狂乱的
2. 匆忙混乱的
5 vengeance /ˈvendʒəns/ noun Punishment inflicted or retribution exacted for an injury or wrong. 复仇;报复
6 scrutinize /ˈskruːtənaɪz/ verb To examine or inspect closely and thoroughly. 详细检查;细阅
7 genteel /dʒenˈtiːl/ adj Polite, refined, or respectable, often in an affected or ostentatious way. 彬彬有礼的;文雅的;有教养的
8 condom /ˈkɒndəm/ noun A thin rubber sheath worn on the penis during sexual intercourse as a contraceptive or to prevent infection. 避孕套;安全套
9 purge /pɜːdʒ/ verb
noun
1. To rid of an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition.
2. To remove a group of people from an organization in an abrupt way.
1. 清除;净化
2.(政党、组织等)整肃;清洗
10 infantry /ˈɪnfəntri/ noun Soldiers marching or fighting on foot. 步兵(团)
11 erasure /ɪˈreɪʒə(r)/ noun The removal of writing, recorded material, or data. 抹除;擦除;消磁
12 exasperate /ɪɡˈzæspəreɪt/ verb To irritate and frustrate someone intensely. 激怒;使恼火
13 reprisal /rɪˈpraɪzl/ noun An act of retaliation. 报复;(武力)补偿性报复
14 dune /djuːn/ noun A mound or ridge of sand or other loose sediment formed by the wind. 沙丘
15 mane /meɪn/ noun A growth of long hair on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal. (狮、马等的)鬃毛

 

2026-04-04

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 heirloom /ˈeəluːm/ n. 1. A valuable object or money passed down through generations of a family.
2. An item of inheritance; a family treasure.
1. 传家宝;家传物
2. 继承物;家族遗物
2 squalor /ˈskwɒlər/ n. 1. Extremely dirty and unpleasant living conditions.
2. Filth; dirtiness; the state of being squalid.
1. 肮脏;污秽
2. 邋遢;恶劣的环境
3 juncture /ˈdʒʌŋktʃər/ n. 1. A critical point in time or a state of affairs.
2. A point of joining or connection; a joint.
1. 关键时刻;紧要关头
2. 连接处;接合点
4 pensioner /ˈpenʃənər/ n. 1. A person who receives a pension, typically due to retirement.
2. A person living on a fixed income from the state or an organization.
1. 领取养老金者;退休人员
2. 靠抚恤金生活的人
5 empiricism /ɪmˈpɪrɪsɪzəm/ n. 1. The theory that all knowledge is derived from sense-experience.
2. The practice of relying on observation and experiment, especially in scientific fields.
1. 经验主义;经验论
2. 经验法则;实证方法
6 incendiary /ɪnˈsendiəri/ adj./n. 1. Designed to cause fires or explode, as a weapon.
2. Designed to provoke passions or conflict; inflammatory.
3. A person or thing that ignites conflict.
1. 燃烧的;纵火的(武器)
2. 煽动性的;引起骚乱的
3. 煽动者;引火物
7 forerunner /ˈfɔːrʌnər/ n. 1. A person or thing that came before and is a precursor.
2. A person or thing that indicates or announces what will come; a harbinger.
1. 先驱;前辈
2. 预兆;前兆
8 dusky /ˈdʌski/ adj. 1. Dark; shadowy.
2. Somewhat dark in color; dim.
1. 昏暗的;幽暗的
2. 深色的;微暗的
9 influx /ˈɪnflʌks/ n. 1. An arrival of a large number of people or things.
2. A constant flow into a place; an infusion.
1. 大量涌入;流入
2. 注入;流入物
10 safari /səˈfɑːri/ n. 1. A hunting or sightseeing expedition, especially in Africa.
2. A journey or tour.
1. (尤指在非洲的)狩猎旅行;游猎
2. 远征;旅行
11 heady /ˈhedi/ adj. 1. Exciting or exhilarating; thrilling.
2. Having a strong, pervasive effect; intoxicating.
1. 令人兴奋的;使人陶醉的
2. 强烈的;易使人醉的
12 offensive /əˈfensɪv/ adj./n. 1. Causing offense; insulting.
2. Relating to attack or aggression.
3. A military attack or campaign.
1. 冒犯的;攻击性的
2. 进攻性的;攻势的
3. 攻势;进攻
13 intestinal /ɪnˈtestɪnl/ adj. 1. Relating to the intestines.
2. Of or involving the gut.
1. 肠的;肠道的
2. 内脏的;与肠道有关的
14 heinous /ˈheɪnəs/ adj. 1. Shockingly wicked or vile.
2. Gravely reprehensible; utterly odious.
1. 极可恨的;极凶恶的
2. 极恶毒的;令人发指的
15 regularity /ˌreɡjuˈlærəti/ n. 1. The quality of occurring at even intervals.
2. The state of being regular, orderly, or consistent.
1. 规律性;规则性
2. 整齐;规律性;一致性

 

2026-04-03

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 operational /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənl/ adj. 1. Relating to the functioning or activities of an organization.
2. In working order; ready for use.
1. 操作的;运营的
2. 可运转的;投入使用的
2 ungainly /ʌnˈɡeɪnli/ adj. 1. Clumsy and awkward in movement.
2. Lacking grace; not easily managed.
1. 笨拙的;不灵活的
2. 难处理的;不雅的
3 ferret /ˈferɪt/ v./n. 1. To search for something persistently.
2. A small, agile mammal used for hunting.
1. 搜寻;搜出
2. 雪貂
4 pernicious /pəˈnɪʃəs/ adj. 1. Having a harmful effect.
2. Causing great harm or damage; deadly.
1. 有害的;恶性的
2. 致命的;毁灭性的
5 boost /buːst/ v./n. 1. To lift or push up.
2. An increase or improvement.
1. 提高;促进;推动
2. 提高;增长;推动
6 commensurate /kəˈmenʃərət/ adj. 1. Corresponding in size or degree.
2. Proportionate; matching appropriately.
1. 相称的;相当的
2. 成比例的;相称的
7 allude /əˈluːd/ v. 1. To mention something indirectly.
2. To refer to something without explicitly stating.
1. 间接提到;暗指
2. 暗指;提及
8 extol /ɪkˈstəʊl/ v. 1. To praise enthusiastically.
2. To glorify or exalt.
1. 赞扬;颂扬
2. 赞美;推崇
9 homogeneous /ˌhɒməˈdʒiːniəs/ adj. 1. Consisting of the same kind.
2. Uniform; having no variation.
1. 同种的;同类的
2. 均匀的;一致的
10 complementary /ˌkɒmplɪˈmentri/ adj. 1. Combining to form a complete whole.
2. Serving to enhance or complete each other.
1. 互补的;补充的
2. 相互补充的
11 treatise /ˈtriːtɪz/ n. 1. A formal, systematic written work on a subject.
2. An essay that examines a topic in depth.
1. 论文;专著
2. 专题论文;论述
12 forceps /ˈfɔːseps/ n. 1. A medical instrument for grasping or holding.
2. A pair of pincers or tongs.
1. 镊子;产钳
2. 钳子;镊子
13 bumper /ˈbʌmpər/ n./adj. 1. A protective bar on a vehicle.
2. Unusually large; abundant.
1. 保险杠;减震器
2. 巨大的;丰盛的
14 iterate /ˈɪtəreɪt/ v. 1. To repeat a statement or process.
2. To do or say again.
1. 重复;反复说
2. 迭代;重申
15 interface /ˈɪntəfeɪs/ n./v. 1. A point where two systems interact.
2. To interact or connect.
1. 界面;接口;接触面
2. 连接;相互作用

 

2026-04-02

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 proliferation /prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃn/ n. 1. Rapid increase or spread.
2. The process of growing or multiplying rapidly.
1. 激增;扩散
2. 增殖;繁殖
2 grumpy /ˈɡrʌmpi/ adj. 1. Bad-tempered; irritable.
2. Characterized by a sullen, discontented mood.
1. 脾气坏的;易怒的
2. 性情乖戾的;脾气暴躁的
3 incur /ɪnˈkɜːr/ v. 1. To become subject to (something unwelcome).
2. To acquire or meet with (a liability, cost, or debt).
1. 招致;惹起
2. 遭遇;承担
4 watery /ˈwɔːtəri/ adj. 1. Containing too much water; thin and weak.
2. Resembling water in thinness or clarity.
1. 水的;含水多的;稀薄的
2. 水汪汪的;像水的
5 innate /ɪˈneɪt/ adj. 1. Inborn; naturally present.
2. Inherent; existing as an essential characteristic.
1. 天生的;先天的
2. 固有的;与生俱来的
6 patronize /ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/ v. 1. To be a regular customer of (a business).
2. To treat with a condescending, superior attitude.
1. 光顾;常去
2. 以恩人态度对待;屈尊俯就
7 repressive /rɪˈpresɪv/ adj. 1. Characterized by severe restriction.
2. Serving to suppress, restrain, or inhibit.
1. 镇压的;压制的
2. 压抑的;约束的
8 meek /miːk/ adj. 1. Mild and submissive; docile.
2. Lacking spirit or courage; overly patient.
1. 温顺的;驯服的
2. 逆来顺受的;缺乏勇气的
9 humdrum /ˈhʌmdrʌm/ adj. 1. Lacking excitement or variety; monotonous.
2. Dull; tedious.
1. 单调的;乏味的
2. 平淡无奇的;令人厌倦的
10 banjo /ˈbændʒəʊ/ n. 1. A stringed musical instrument with a long neck and a circular body.
2. An object resembling this instrument.
1. 班卓琴
2. 类似班卓琴的物体
11 intimacy /ˈɪntɪməsi/ n. 1. Close familiarity or friendship.
2. A close, affectionate relationship, especially of a physical or sexual nature.
1. 亲密;密切
2. (尤指性)亲密关系
12 formative /ˈfɔːmətɪv/ adj. 1. Serving to form or shape; influential in development.
2. Relating to the period of development and formation.
1. 塑造性的;影响发展的
2. 形成期的;发展期的
13 inoffensive /ˌɪnəˈfensɪv/ adj. 1. Causing no harm or offense.
2. Not causing resentment; innocuous.
1. 无害的;不冒犯人的
2. 不惹人讨厌的;平淡无奇的
14 claimant /ˈkleɪmənt/ n. 1. A person who makes a claim to an asset or right.
2. A person who asserts a right or claim.
1. 申请人;索赔人
2. 主张者;要求者
15 stint /stɪnt/ v./n. 1. To limit or restrict supply.
2. A fixed period of work; a restriction.
1. 限制;吝啬地给予
2. 工作期限;定额;限制

 

2026-04-01

Index Word Pronunciation Parts of Speech Explanation Translation in Chinese
1 hypodermic /ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːmɪk/ adj./n. 1. Relating to the area just below the skin.
2. A needle and syringe used for injection.
1. 皮下的;皮下组织的
2. 皮下注射器
2 taciturn /ˈtæsɪtɜːn/ adj. 1. Habitually reserved in speech; saying little.
2. Not given to talking; reticent.
1. 沉默寡言的;言语简短的
2. 寡言的;不爱说话的
3 trek /trek/ v./n. 1. A long, arduous journey, especially on foot.
2. To make such a journey.
1. 长途跋涉;艰难旅程
2. 长途跋涉;徒步旅行
4 whimsical /ˈwɪmzɪkl/ adj. 1. Playfully quaint or fanciful.
2. Governed by sudden, unpredictable changes of mood or idea.
1. 异想天开的;奇思妙想的
2. 反复无常的;任性的
5 inquisitive /ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv/ adj. 1. Curious; eager to learn or know.
2. Unduly curious; prying.
1. 好问的;好学的
2. 过分好奇的;爱打听的
6 backfire /ˈbækfaɪər/ v./n. 1. To have the opposite of the intended effect.
2. A misfire in an engine; a fire that spreads backwards.
1. 产生事与愿违的结果;适得其反
2. (引擎的)逆火;后火
7 leeway /ˈliːweɪ/ n. 1. Freedom to act or change within limits.
2. The sideways drift of a vessel due to wind.
1. 余地;回旋空间
2. (船的)风压差;偏航
8 RAM /ræm/ n. 1. Random-Access Memory (computer memory).
2. A male sheep; a battering ram.
1. 随机存取存储器(内存)
2. 公羊;撞击锤
9 hidebound /ˈhaɪdbaʊnd/ adj. 1. Clinging to outdated ideas.
2. Narrow-minded and inflexible.
1. 思想僵化的;守旧的
2. 顽固的;迂腐的
10 irk /ɜːk/ v. 1. To irritate; to annoy.
2. To bother; to vex.
1. 使烦恼;激怒
2. 使恼怒;使不耐烦
11 quadrilateral /ˌkwɒdrɪˈlætərəl/ n./adj. 1. A geometric figure with four sides.
2. Having four sides.
1. 四边形
2. 四边的;四边形的
12 shun /ʃʌn/ v. 1. To keep away from deliberately.
2. To avoid and reject.
1. 避开;避免
2. 回避;躲开
13 indisposed /ˌɪndɪˈspəʊzd/ adj. 1. Mildly ill; feeling unwell.
2. Reluctant; unwilling.
1. 不舒服的;微病的
2. 不情愿的;厌恶的
14 clandestine /klænˈdestɪn/ adj. 1. Kept secret for illicit purposes.
2. Surreptitious; hidden.
1. 秘密的;保密的(常指非法目的)
2. 私下的;隐蔽的
15 premium /ˈpriːmiəm/ n./adj. 1. A bonus; a reward; a payment for insurance.
2. Of superior quality; extra value.
1. 奖金;奖励;保险费
2. 优质的;高级的;溢价的

 

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