英语背单词 专八词汇 中英对照 2026年08月
2026-08-31
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| 1 | capillary | /ˈkæpəleri/ | noun adj |
A tiny blood vessel connecting arteries and veins; relating to or resembling a capillary. | 毛细血管;毛细管;毛细作用的 |
| 2 | portfolio | /pɔːrtˈfoʊlioʊ/ | noun | A flat case for carrying documents or drawings; a collection of works, investments, or projects. | 公文包;投资组合;作品集 |
| 3 | faraway | /ˈfɑːrəweɪ/ | adj | Distant in space or time; remote; (of a look) dreamy or not focused on the immediate surroundings. | 遥远的;久远的;恍惚的 |
| 4 | plaque | /plæk/ | noun | A flat piece of stone, metal, or wood bearing an inscription or design; a sticky deposit on teeth that harbors bacteria. | 匾额;纪念牌;牙菌斑 |
| 5 | pancake | /ˈpænkeɪk/ | noun verb |
A thin, flat cake made from batter and fried in a pan; to flatten or cause to flatten; (of an aircraft) to land flat on the ground. | 薄煎饼;烙饼;使平扁着地 |
| 6 | franchise | /ˈfræntʃaɪz/ | noun verb |
The right to vote; a business license allowing someone to sell a company's goods or services; to grant a franchise. | 选举权;特许经营权;赋予特许权 |
| 7 | omelette | /ˈɑːmlət/ | noun | A dish made from beaten eggs fried with butter or oil, often folded over a filling. | 煎蛋卷;炒蛋 |
| 8 | jocular | /ˈdʒɑːkjələr/ | adj | Fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful. | 诙谐的;爱开玩笑的;幽默的 |
| 9 | pheasant | /ˈfeznt/ | noun | A large, long-tailed game bird, often hunted for sport and food, with brightly colored plumage in males. | 野鸡;雉 |
| 10 | homosexual | /ˌhoʊməˈsekʃuəl/ | adj noun |
Sexually attracted to people of the same sex; a person who is homosexual. | 同性恋的;同性恋者 |
| 11 | rickety | /ˈrɪkəti/ | adj | Badly made and likely to collapse; shaky or unsteady; (archaic) affected with rickets. | 摇摇晃晃的;不稳的;患佝偻病的 |
| 12 | hallucination | /həˌluːsɪˈneɪʃn/ | noun | An experience involving the apparent perception of something not actually present; a false or distorted sensory perception. | 幻觉;幻象;错觉 |
| 13 | babble | /ˈbæbl/ | verb noun |
To talk rapidly and incoherently; to murmur or gurgle (as a stream); rapid, foolish, or confused speech. | 含糊不清地说;唠叨;潺潺声 |
| 14 | disparity | /dɪˈspærəti/ | noun | A great difference or inequality in age, rank, quality, or degree. | 悬殊;差异;不一致 |
| 15 | pompous | /ˈpɑːmpəs/ | adj | Excessively showy, dignified, or self-important; having an inflated sense of worth. | 浮华的;傲慢的;自命不凡的 |
2026-08-30
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| 1 | August | /ɔːˈɡʌst/ (adj) /ˈɔːɡəst/ (noun) |
adj noun |
Inspiring great respect or admiration; majestic or venerable; the eighth month of the year (capitalized). | 威严的;尊贵的;八月 |
| 2 | volatile | /ˈvɑːlətl/ | adj | Easily evaporated at normal temperatures; liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse; fickle. | 易挥发的;不稳定的;易变的 |
| 3 | kiwi | /ˈkiːwi/ | noun | A flightless bird native to New Zealand; a person from New Zealand (informal); a fuzzy fruit with green flesh. | 几维鸟;新西兰人;猕猴桃 |
| 4 | lilac | /ˈlaɪlək/ | noun adj |
A shrub with clusters of fragrant purple or white flowers; a pale pinkish-purple color. | 丁香花;紫丁香;淡紫色的 |
| 5 | strident | /ˈstraɪdnt/ | adj | Loud, harsh, and grating in sound; aggressively conspicuous or forceful in expression. | 刺耳的;尖锐的;强硬的 |
| 6 | muffin | /ˈmʌfɪn/ | noun | A small, round cake made from batter, often eaten for breakfast; a type of bread roll (UK). | 松饼;玛芬蛋糕;英式松饼 |
| 7 | cult | /kʌlt/ | noun | A system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object; a small, often extremist group with shared beliefs; a popular trend or following. | 异教;邪教;狂热崇拜;时尚 |
| 8 | impoverish | /ɪmˈpɑːvərɪʃ/ | verb | To make poor or deprive of strength, resources, or fertility; to deplete or exhaust. | 使贫穷;使枯竭;耗尽 |
| 9 | expound | /ɪkˈspaʊnd/ | verb | To explain or present a theory or idea in detail and with clarity. | 阐述;详细说明;解释 |
| 10 | inhibit | /ɪnˈhɪbɪt/ | verb | To hinder, restrain, or prevent an action or process; to hold back from free expression. | 抑制;约束;阻止 |
| 11 | confide | /kənˈfaɪd/ | verb | To share secrets or private thoughts with someone trusted; to entrust something to someone's care. | 吐露;倾诉;委托 |
| 12 | disarray | /ˌdɪsəˈreɪ/ | noun verb |
A state of disorder, confusion, or untidiness; to throw into confusion. | 混乱;紊乱;弄乱 |
| 13 | vagabond | /ˈvæɡəbɑːnd/ | noun adj |
A person who wanders from place to place without a permanent home; relating to wandering or being homeless. | 流浪者;漂泊者;流浪的 |
| 14 | superimpose | /ˌsuːpərɪmˈpoʊz/ | verb | To place or lay something over something else, especially so that both remain visible; to add or impose on top of. | 叠加;重叠;附加 |
| 15 | colossal | /kəˈlɑːsl/ | adj | Extremely large or huge; immense in size, extent, or degree. | 巨大的;庞大的;非凡的 |
2026-08-29
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| 1 | divinity | /dɪˈvɪnəti/ | noun | The state or quality of being divine; a god or goddess; the study of theology or religious matters. | 神性;神;神学 |
| 2 | stealthily | /ˈstelθɪli/ | adv | In a cautious and secretive manner, avoiding detection; quietly and slyly. | 偷偷地;暗地里;悄然地 |
| 3 | javelin | /ˈdʒævəlɪn/ | noun | A light spear thrown in athletic competition; a similar weapon used in hunting or warfare. | 标枪;掷标枪运动 |
| 4 | additive | /ˈædətɪv/ | noun adj |
A substance added to another in small amounts to improve or preserve it; relating to the addition of something. | 添加剂;添加物;附加的;累积的 |
| 5 | disrespect | /ˌdɪsrɪˈspekt/ | noun verb |
Lack of respect or courtesy; contempt; to show a lack of respect to someone. | 不尊敬;不尊重;轻视 |
| 6 | grandeur | /ˈɡrændʒər/ | noun | Magnificence, splendor, or impressive beauty; great importance or rank. | 宏伟;壮观;气派 |
| 7 | exalted | /ɪɡˈzɔːltɪd/ | adj | Placed at a high or powerful level; elevated in rank, character, or status; noble or lofty. | 崇高的;高贵的;兴奋的 |
| 8 | jigsaw | /ˈdʒɪɡsɔː/ | noun verb |
A puzzle consisting of many interlocking pieces that form a picture when assembled; a saw with a narrow blade for cutting curves; to cut with a jigsaw. | 拼图;竖锯;用竖锯锯 |
| 9 | impregnable | /ɪmˈpreɡnəbl/ | adj | Incapable of being captured or broken into; strongly fortified; unable to be defeated or overcome. | 坚不可摧的;牢不可破的;攻不破的 |
| 10 | injunction | /ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃn/ | noun | A court order compelling or prohibiting a specific action; a formal command or authoritative warning. | 法院禁令;禁制令;命令 |
| 11 | agnostic | /æɡˈnɑːstɪk/ | noun adj |
A person who believes that the existence of God or the divine is unknown or unknowable; relating to agnosticism. | 不可知论者;不可知论的 |
| 12 | parody | /ˈpærədi/ | noun verb |
A humorous imitation of a serious piece of literature, music, or art; to create a parody of something. | 滑稽模仿作品;嘲弄式模仿;滑稽模仿 |
| 13 | juggle | /ˈdʒʌɡl/ | verb noun |
To keep multiple objects in motion in the air by tossing and catching; to manage multiple tasks or activities simultaneously; the act of juggling. | 玩杂耍;兼顾;耍弄;杂耍 |
| 14 | sensor | /ˈsensər/ | noun | A device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it. | 传感器;感应器;探测器 |
| 15 | bedding | /ˈbedɪŋ/ | noun | Mats, blankets, sheets, and other coverings used on a bed; a bed for animals or plants; the bottom layer of something. | 床上用品;寝具;垫草;基底层 |
2026-08-28
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| 1 | abbreviation | /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃn/ | noun | A shortened form of a word or phrase; the process of abbreviating something. | 缩写;略语;缩写形式 |
| 2 | psychotherapy | /ˌsaɪkoʊˈθerəpi/ | noun | The treatment of mental disorders by psychological methods rather than medical means; talk therapy. | 心理治疗;精神疗法 |
| 3 | trauma | /ˈtrɔːmə/ | noun | A deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or wound. | 创伤;精神创伤;损伤 |
| 4 | undercut | /ˈʌndərkʌt/ (noun) /ˌʌndərˈkʌt/ (verb) |
verb noun |
To offer goods or services at a lower price than a competitor; to cut away the underside of something; a cut made in the underside; a hairstyle with short sides and longer top. | 削价竞争;低价抢生意;切去下部;底切发型 |
| 5 | sag | /sæɡ/ | verb noun |
To sink, droop, or bend downward under weight or pressure; a downward droop or dip. | 下垂;凹陷;松垂 |
| 6 | urinate | /ˈjʊrɪneɪt/ | verb | To pass urine from the body; to discharge liquid waste. | 排尿;小便 |
| 7 | dehydrate | /diːˈhaɪdreɪt/ | verb | To remove water from something; to become dry or lose water content. | 脱水;使干燥;除去水分 |
| 8 | hangar | /ˈhæŋər/ | noun | A large building where aircraft are kept, repaired, or maintained. | 飞机库;机棚 |
| 9 | brittle | /ˈbrɪtl/ | adj | Hard but liable to break easily; fragile; (of a person) seeming hard but fragile in personality. | 脆的;易碎的;脆弱的 |
| 10 | fawn | /fɔːn/ | noun verb |
A young deer in its first year; to show excessive affection or flattery in order to gain favor; to give birth to a fawn. | 幼鹿;讨好;奉承 |
| 11 | balm | /bɑːm/ | noun | A fragrant ointment or oil used to soothe or heal the skin; something that gives comfort or reassurance. | 香膏;药膏;安慰物 |
| 12 | underlie | /ˌʌndərˈlaɪ/ | verb | To be situated beneath something; to be the basis or foundation of something. | 位于……之下;构成……的基础 |
| 13 | horseshoe | /ˈhɔːrʃuː/ | noun verb |
A U-shaped metal plate fitted to a horse's hoof for protection; the shape of such a plate; to fit with horseshoes. | 马蹄铁;U形物;给马钉蹄铁 |
| 14 | meddle | /ˈmedl/ | verb | To interfere in something that is not one's concern; to tamper or intrude without invitation. | 干涉;管闲事;擅自插手 |
| 15 | infirmary | /ɪnˈfɜːrməri/ | noun | A place where sick or injured people are treated, especially a small hospital or clinic in a school, college, or institution. | 医务室;诊所;医院 |
2026-08-27
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| 1 | squirm | /skwɜːrm/ | verb noun |
To twist and move one's body in a restless or uncomfortable way; to feel embarrassed or ashamed; a squirming movement. | 扭动;蠕动;难为情;尴尬 |
| 2 | immaculate | /ɪˈmækjələt/ | adj | Perfectly clean, neat, or tidy; free from fault or error; morally pure. | 洁净的;完美的;无瑕的 |
| 3 | impressionable | /ɪmˈpreʃənəbl/ | adj | Easily influenced or affected by others; susceptible to impressions. | 易受影响的;敏感的 |
| 4 | facing | /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/ | noun prep |
A layer of material covering a surface; an outer layer or trim; in the presence of; positioned opposite to. | 饰面;面层;面对;正对 |
| 5 | culprit | /ˈkʌlprɪt/ | noun | A person who is responsible for a crime or wrongdoing; the cause of a problem. | 罪犯;肇事者;罪魁祸首 |
| 6 | finesse | /fɪˈnes/ | noun verb |
Great skill, delicacy, or subtlety in handling a situation or performing a task; to handle with skillful maneuvering. | 技巧;策略;巧妙处理 |
| 7 | inmate | /ˈɪnmeɪt/ | noun | A person confined to an institution, such as a prison, hospital, or mental institution. | 囚犯;住院者;被收容者 |
| 8 | glum | /ɡlʌm/ | adj | Looking or feeling dejected, gloomy, or sullen; depressed in spirits. | 阴郁的;闷闷不乐的;沮丧的 |
| 9 | harrow | /ˈhæroʊ/ | noun verb |
A heavy farming implement used to break up and level soil; to torment or distress; to harrow a field. | 耙;使痛苦;折磨;耙地 |
| 10 | undulate | /ˈʌndʒəleɪt/ | verb | To move with a smooth, wave-like motion; to have a wavy form or surface. | 波动;起伏;呈波浪形 |
| 11 | quench | /kwentʃ/ | verb | To satisfy one's thirst by drinking; to extinguish a fire; to suppress or cool something. | 解渴;熄灭;抑制;冷却 |
| 12 | quaint | /kweɪnt/ | adj | Attractively unusual or old-fashioned; charmingly odd in a pleasing way. | 古雅的;别致的;稀奇有趣的 |
| 13 | nibble | /ˈnɪbl/ | verb noun |
To take small, gentle bites; to show slight interest; a small bite or portion. | 啃;小口咬;略感兴趣;一小口 |
| 14 | mimic | /ˈmɪmɪk/ | verb noun |
To imitate or copy someone's actions, speech, or appearance, often for amusement; a person who imitates. | 模仿;仿效;模仿者 |
| 15 | ingratiating | /ɪnˈɡreɪʃieɪtɪŋ/ | adj | Intended to gain favor or approval by being pleasing or flattering; sycophantic. | 讨好的;逢迎的;谄媚的 |
2026-08-26
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| 1 | viable | /ˈvaɪəbl/ | adj | Capable of working successfully; feasible; capable of living or growing. | 可行的;能存活的;可实施的 |
| 2 | quibble | /ˈkwɪbl/ | verb noun |
To argue or complain about trivial matters; a minor objection or criticism. | 争论琐事;吹毛求疵;微不足道的反对意见 |
| 3 | bridal | /ˈbraɪdl/ | adj | Relating to a bride or a wedding; used in a wedding ceremony. | 新娘的;婚礼的 |
| 4 | drab | /dræb/ | adj noun |
Lacking brightness or interest; dull and monotonous; a dull brownish color. | 单调的;乏味的;土褐色的 |
| 5 | thyroid | /ˈθaɪrɔɪd/ | noun adj |
A gland in the neck that regulates metabolism; relating to this gland. | 甲状腺;甲状腺的 |
| 6 | perilous | /ˈperələs/ | adj | Full of danger or risk; hazardous. | 危险的;冒险的 |
| 7 | imbibe | /ɪmˈbaɪb/ | verb | To drink (especially alcohol); to absorb or take in ideas, knowledge, or information. | 喝;吸收;接受(知识等) |
| 8 | daffodil | /ˈdæfədɪl/ | noun | A bulbous plant with yellow or white flowers and a trumpet-shaped corona, blooming in spring. | 水仙花 |
| 9 | distaste | /dɪsˈteɪst/ | noun | A feeling of dislike or aversion; displeasure. | 厌恶;不喜欢 |
| 10 | radiance | /ˈreɪdiəns/ | noun | Bright or glowing light; warmth and happiness evident in a person's expression. | 光芒;光彩;容光焕发 |
| 11 | inept | /ɪˈnept/ | adj | Lacking skill or competence; awkward or clumsy in performance; unsuitable or inappropriate. | 无能的;笨拙的;不恰当的 |
| 12 | stamina | /ˈstæmɪnə/ | noun | Physical or mental endurance; the ability to sustain prolonged effort or activity. | 耐力;持久力 |
| 13 | frolic | /ˈfrɑːlɪk/ | verb noun |
To play and move around in a lively, happy way; a playful or lively activity. | 嬉戏;欢闹;嬉戏玩耍 |
| 14 | adverse | /ædˈvɜːrs/ | adj | Unfavorable or harmful; acting against or opposing someone's interests. | 不利的;有害的;反对的 |
| 15 | meticulous | /məˈtɪkjələs/ | adj | Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. | 一丝不苟的;严谨的;精细的 |
2026-08-25
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| 1 | drool | /druːl/ | verb noun |
To let saliva run from the mouth; to show great desire or pleasure in an exaggerated way; saliva flowing from the mouth. | 流口水;垂涎;胡说;口水 |
| 2 | loophole | /ˈluːphoʊl/ | noun | An ambiguity or omission in a law or contract that allows one to avoid compliance; a small opening in a wall for observation or shooting. | 漏洞;空子;观察孔 |
| 3 | dexterity | /dekˈsterəti/ | noun | Skill and grace in performing physical tasks, especially with the hands; mental adroitness or cleverness. | 灵巧;熟练;机敏 |
| 4 | stalemate | /ˈsteɪlmeɪt/ | noun verb |
A situation in which neither side in a conflict can make progress; a draw in chess; to bring to a standstill. | 僵局;和棋;使陷入僵局 |
| 5 | flag | /flæɡ/ | noun verb |
A piece of cloth with a design, used as a symbol or signal; to mark or become weak or tired; to signal. | 旗帜;标记;衰弱;示意 |
| 6 | revel | /ˈrevl/ | verb noun |
To take great pleasure or delight in something; to engage in lively festivities; a lively celebration. | 尽情享受;狂欢;作乐 |
| 7 | nostalgia | /nəˈstældʒə/ | noun | A sentimental longing for or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations. | 怀旧;乡愁;怀旧之情 |
| 8 | lathe | /leɪð/ | noun verb |
A machine for shaping wood, metal, or other materials by rotating the workpiece against a cutting tool; to shape with a lathe. | 车床;用车床加工 |
| 9 | vile | /vaɪl/ | adj | Extremely unpleasant, bad, or morally repulsive; wicked or depraved. | 卑鄙的;恶劣的;令人厌恶的 |
| 10 | vocalist | /ˈvoʊkəlɪst/ | noun | A singer, especially one who performs popular music or jazz; a person who uses their voice as an instrument. | 歌手;声乐家 |
| 11 | fiscal | /ˈfɪskl/ | adj | Relating to government revenue, taxes, or public financial matters; financial. | 财政的;国库的;税收的 |
| 12 | dislocate | /ˈdɪsloʊkeɪt/ | verb | To put a bone out of its normal joint position; to disrupt or disturb the normal arrangement or functioning of something. | 使脱臼;扰乱;使混乱 |
| 13 | cavern | /ˈkævərn/ | noun | A large cave or underground chamber, typically naturally formed. | 大洞穴;地下空洞 |
| 14 | trounce | /traʊns/ | verb | To defeat decisively or thoroughly; to beat or thrash severely. | 彻底打败;痛击;严惩 |
| 15 | venom | /ˈvenəm/ | noun | A toxic substance produced by certain animals (such as snakes or spiders) used for defense or prey capture; intense hatred or malice. | 毒液;恶意;怨恨 |
2026-08-24
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| 1 | adhesive | /ədˈhiːsɪv/ | adj noun |
Tending to stick or cling to a surface; a substance used for sticking things together, such as glue. | 粘性的;粘合的;粘合剂 |
| 2 | pasta | /ˈpɑːstə/ | noun | Italian food made from dough of durum wheat and water, shaped into various forms (e.g., spaghetti, macaroni). | 意大利面食 |
| 3 | orientation | /ˌɔːriənˈteɪʃn/ | noun | A person's basic attitude, beliefs, or preferences; the act of directing or aligning something; introductory training or guidance. | 方向;取向;定向;迎新培训 |
| 4 | evanescent | /ˌevəˈnesnt/ | adj | Quickly fading or disappearing; transient; short-lived. | 短暂的;转瞬即逝的;逐渐消失的 |
| 5 | heredity | /həˈredəti/ | noun | The passing of physical or mental characteristics from parents to offspring; genetic transmission. | 遗传;遗传特征 |
| 6 | perceptible | /pərˈseptəbl/ | adj | Able to be perceived or noticed by the senses or the mind; detectable. | 可感知的;可察觉的 |
| 7 | filial | /ˈfɪliəl/ | adj | Relating to a son or daughter; due from a child to a parent (e.g., filial piety). | 子女的;孝顺的 |
| 8 | tantalize | /ˈtæntəlaɪz/ | verb | To torment or tease someone with the sight or promise of something desirable that is then kept out of reach. | 逗引;使干着急;可望而不可即 |
| 9 | ensue | /ɪnˈsuː/ | verb | To happen or occur afterward or as a result of something; to follow in sequence. | 接着发生;因而产生 |
| 10 | graffiti | /ɡrəˈfiːti/ | noun | Writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place. | 涂鸦 |
| 11 | misappropriate | /ˌmɪsəˈproʊprieɪt/ | verb | To dishonestly or illegally take something for one's own use, especially money or property entrusted to one's care. | 滥用;盗用;侵吞 |
| 12 | elucidate | /ɪˈluːsɪdeɪt/ | verb | To make something clear or explain thoroughly; to shed light on a subject. | 阐明;解释;说明 |
| 13 | imperceptible | /ˌɪmpərˈseptəbl/ | adj | Impossible or very difficult to perceive by the senses; extremely slight or gradual. | 难以察觉的;微妙的;细微的 |
| 14 | sartorial | /sɑːrˈtɔːriəl/ | adj | Relating to tailoring, clothing, or style of dress. | 裁缝的;服装的;衣着讲究的 |
| 15 | philanthropic | /ˌfɪlənˈθrɑːpɪk/ | adj | Seeking to promote the welfare of others; characterized by generous donations to charitable causes. | 慈善的;博爱的;乐善好施的 |
2026-08-23
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| 1 | stratify | /ˈstrætɪfaɪ/ | verb | To arrange or form in layers; to divide society or a system into different levels or classes. | 分层;形成阶层;使成层 |
| 2 | unravel | /ʌnˈrævl/ | verb | To undo or untangle something that is twisted or knotted; to solve or clarify a mystery or complex situation. | 解开;拆散;阐明;弄清楚 |
| 3 | rind | /raɪnd/ | noun | A tough outer layer or covering of certain fruits (such as melon or orange) or cheese. | 外皮;果皮;奶酪皮 |
| 4 | spasm | /ˈspæzəm/ | noun | A sudden, involuntary muscle contraction; a brief, sudden burst of activity or emotion. | 痉挛;抽搐;一阵发作 |
| 5 | pare | /per/ | verb | To trim or cut off the outer layer or edges of something; to reduce or diminish gradually. | 削皮;修剪;逐步削减 |
| 6 | squint | /skwɪnt/ | verb noun |
To look at something with partly closed eyes; a condition in which the eyes point in different directions; a quick glance. | 眯眼看;斜视;瞥一眼 |
| 7 | blur | /blɜːr/ | verb noun |
To make something unclear or indistinct; a smudge or unclear image; a state of confusion. | 使模糊;弄脏;模糊不清的事物 |
| 8 | extrapolate | /ɪkˈstræpəleɪt/ | verb | To extend or project known data or experience into an unknown situation to infer or estimate; to predict based on known information. | 推断;外推;推测 |
| 9 | barter | /ˈbɑːrtər/ | verb noun |
To exchange goods or services directly without using money; a system of trading by exchange. | 以物易物;实物交易 |
| 10 | movable | /ˈmuːvəbl/ | adj noun |
Capable of being moved or changed in position; an item of personal property that can be moved (often in legal context). | 可移动的;不固定的;动产 |
| 11 | paranoid | /ˈpærənɔɪd/ | adj noun |
Characterized by irrational distrust or suspicion of others; a person who suffers from paranoia. | 偏执的;多疑的;偏执狂患者 |
| 12 | disclaim | /dɪsˈkleɪm/ | verb | To refuse to acknowledge or accept responsibility for something; to deny or renounce any claim to. | 放弃;否认;拒绝承担责任 |
| 13 | poach | /poʊtʃ/ | verb | To illegally hunt or catch animals or fish on another's property; to cook something gently in simmering liquid; to take or use unfairly. | 偷猎;水煮;非法获取 |
| 14 | dormant | /ˈdɔːrmənt/ | adj | In a state of rest or inactivity; temporarily suspended or not active (e.g., a dormant volcano). | 休眠的;静止的;潜伏的 |
| 15 | panoramic | /ˌpænəˈræmɪk/ | adj | Relating to a wide, unbroken view of a surrounding area; comprehensive and broad in scope. | 全景的;广阔的;综合的 |
2026-08-22
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | incantation | /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃn/ | noun | A series of words spoken as a magic spell or charm; a ritual recitation intended to produce a supernatural effect. | 咒语;念咒;魔法 |
| 2 | loathe | /loʊð/ | verb | To feel intense disgust or hatred for someone or something; to abhor or detest. | 厌恶;憎恨 |
| 3 | succor | /ˈsʌkər/ | noun verb |
Assistance or support in times of hardship or distress; to give aid or relief to someone. | 援助;救济;救助 |
| 4 | threadbare | /ˈθredber/ | adj | Worn thin by use; frayed or tattered; (of an argument or excuse) weak and unconvincing due to overuse. | 磨薄的;破旧的;陈腐的 |
| 5 | luxuriant | /lʌɡˈʒʊriənt/ | adj | Growing abundantly and lushly; rich in vegetation; very elaborate and ornate. | 繁茂的;郁郁葱葱的;华丽的 |
| 6 | abdicate | /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/ | verb | To renounce or relinquish a throne, high office, or responsibility; to formally give up power. | 退位;辞职;放弃(责任) |
| 7 | baffle | /ˈbæfl/ | verb | To cause someone to be completely confused or perplexed; to hinder or obstruct. | 使困惑;难倒;阻碍 |
| 8 | clog | /klɑːɡ/ | verb noun |
To block or become blocked with an accumulation of matter; a shoe with a thick wooden sole. | 堵塞;阻塞;木底鞋 |
| 9 | perfunctory | /pərˈfʌŋktəri/ | adj | Done routinely with little interest, care, or attention; carried out as a formality. | 敷衍的;例行公事的;马虎的 |
| 10 | barrow | /ˈbæroʊ/ | noun | A two-wheeled handcart pushed or pulled by a person; a mound of earth or stones (archaeological burial mound). | 手推车;独轮车;古坟 |
| 11 | harbinger | /ˈhɑːrbɪndʒər/ | noun | A person or thing that signals or announces the approach of something, often something momentous. | 先驱;预兆;通报者 |
| 12 | precarious | /prɪˈkeriəs/ | adj | Dangerously insecure or unstable; dependent on chance; uncertain. | 不稳定的;危险的;不确定的 |
| 13 | dynamics | /daɪˈnæmɪks/ | noun | The branch of physics dealing with motion and forces; the forces that stimulate development or change in any system. | 动力学;动态;相互作用力 |
| 14 | incursion | /ɪnˈkɜːrʒn/ | noun | A sudden invasion, attack, or raid into enemy territory; an unwelcome entry or influx. | 入侵;袭击;进入 |
| 15 | rectify | /ˈrektɪfaɪ/ | verb | To put right; to correct or amend something that is wrong; to purify or refine (a substance). | 纠正;改正;提纯 |
2026-08-21
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | stoke | /stoʊk/ | verb | To add fuel to a fire or furnace; to encourage or incite a feeling or activity. | 添柴火;煽动;激起 |
| 2 | academician | /əˌkædəˈmɪʃn/ | noun | A member of an academy or learned society; an academic or scholar. | 院士;学者;学会会员 |
| 3 | lurch | /lɜːrtʃ/ | verb noun |
To make a sudden, unsteady movement forward or sideways; a sudden staggering motion. | 突然倾斜;蹒跚;晃动 |
| 4 | lust | /lʌst/ | noun verb |
Intense sexual desire; a strong appetite or craving for power, wealth, etc.; to have strong desire. | 色欲;强烈的欲望;渴望;贪求 |
| 5 | fester | /ˈfestər/ | verb | To become worse or more painful over time; to decay or rot; to cause increasing bitterness or anger. | 化脓;恶化;愈发痛苦 |
| 6 | lynch | /lɪntʃ/ | verb | To kill someone illegally, especially by hanging, without a legal trial (usually done by a mob). | 私刑处死(尤指绞死) |
| 7 | wobble | /ˈwɑːbl/ | verb noun |
To move unsteadily from side to side; to be unsure or waver; an unsteady movement. | 摇晃;摇摆;动摇;晃动 |
| 8 | vindicate | /ˈvɪndɪkeɪt/ | verb | To clear someone of blame or suspicion; to show that something is true or justified. | 证实清白;证明正确;辩护 |
| 9 | inoculate | /ɪˈnɑːkjuleɪt/ | verb | To treat with a vaccine to produce immunity against a disease; to introduce ideas or attitudes into someone. | 接种疫苗;灌输 |
| 10 | recoup | /rɪˈkuːp/ | verb | To regain or recover money lost or spent; to make up for a loss. | 收回(损失);补偿;恢复 |
| 11 | fecund | /ˈfiːkənd/ | adj | Fertile; capable of producing abundant offspring or growth; intellectually productive. | 肥沃的;多产的;丰饶的 |
| 12 | exhilarate | /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪt/ | verb | To make someone feel very happy, animated, or elated; to invigorate. | 使兴奋;使高兴;使充满活力 |
| 13 | asthma | /ˈæzmə/ | noun | A chronic respiratory condition characterized by difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing. | 哮喘 |
| 14 | malfunction | /ˌmælˈfʌŋkʃn/ | noun verb |
A failure to function properly or in the intended way; to fail to work correctly. | 故障;失灵;出故障 |
| 15 | energize | /ˈenərdʒaɪz/ | verb | To give energy, vitality, or enthusiasm to someone or something; to invigorate. | 使充满活力;激励;供给能量 |
2026-08-20
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | colonize | /ˈkɑːlənaɪz/ | verb | To establish a colony or settlement in a new territory; to take control of an area and send settlers there. | 殖民;拓殖;占据 |
| 2 | imperious | /ɪmˈpɪriəs/ | adj | Arrogantly domineering or overbearing; assuming authority in a commanding manner. | 专横的;傲慢的;发号施令的 |
| 3 | hive | /haɪv/ | noun verb |
A box or structure for housing bees; a place full of busy activity; to store or gather in a hive; to live together in a group. | 蜂箱;蜂群;繁忙的场所;把……贮入蜂箱;聚居 |
| 4 | decorum | /dɪˈkɔːrəm/ | noun | Behavior that is proper, dignified, and socially acceptable; propriety and good taste in conduct. | 端庄得体;礼貌;正派 |
| 5 | evangelical | /ˌiːvænˈdʒelɪkl/ | adj noun |
Relating to the Christian gospel or emphasizing salvation through faith; a member of an evangelical church. | 福音的;福音派教会的;福音派信徒 |
| 6 | sumptuous | /ˈsʌmptʃuəs/ | adj | Magnificent, splendid, or luxurious; extremely expensive and impressive. | 奢华的;华丽的;昂贵的 |
| 7 | scowl | /skaʊl/ | verb noun |
To frown or contort the face in an angry or displeased manner; an angry frown. | 皱眉;怒视;不悦的表情 |
| 8 | malign | /məˈlaɪn/ | verb adj |
To speak harmful untruths about someone; to slander; harmful or evil in nature. | 诽谤;中伤;有害的;恶性的 |
| 9 | bashful | /ˈbæʃfl/ | adj | Shy, timid, or easily embarrassed; reluctant to draw attention to oneself. | 害羞的;腼腆的 |
| 10 | fumble | /ˈfʌmbl/ | verb noun |
To handle something clumsily or awkwardly; to drop or lose control of a ball; an awkward handling or drop. | 笨拙地摸找;乱摸;失手;笨拙的操作 |
| 11 | rueful | /ˈruːfl/ | adj | Expressing sorrow, regret, or pity; mournful or pitiable. | 懊悔的;悲伤的;可怜悯的 |
| 12 | scrawl | /skrɔːl/ | verb noun |
To write in a hurried, careless, or illegible way; messy or careless handwriting. | 潦草地写;乱涂;潦草的笔迹 |
| 13 | crave | /kreɪv/ | verb | To feel a powerful desire or longing for something; to beg or plead for earnestly. | 渴望;恳求;热望 |
| 14 | graft | /ɡræft/ | noun verb |
A shoot or bud inserted into a plant to form a new growth; the practice of obtaining money through corruption; to transplant tissue; to corruptly obtain money. | 嫁接;移植;贪污;滥用职权谋取私利 |
| 15 | cavity | /ˈkævəti/ | noun | A hollow space or hole within a solid body; a decayed area in a tooth. | 空洞;腔;蛀牙洞 |
2026-08-19
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | heretical | /həˈretɪkl/ | adj | Holding or expressing opinions that contradict official or established religious or political beliefs; unorthodox. | 异端的;离经叛道的;非正统的 |
| 2 | fraught | /frɔːt/ | adj | Filled with or accompanied by something undesirable; anxious or tense; involving great worry. | 充满(不愉快事物)的;令人担忧的;紧张的 |
| 3 | proposition | /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃn/ | noun verb |
A proposal or suggestion put forward for consideration; a statement or assertion to be proved or argued; to make a proposal to someone. | 提议;建议;命题;向……提出提议 |
| 4 | exude | /ɪɡˈzuːd/ | verb | To ooze or seep out slowly; to project or display an emotion or quality strongly and openly. | 渗出;散发;充分显露(情感等) |
| 5 | hermetic | /hɜːrˈmetɪk/ | adj | Completely sealed, especially against air or gas; isolated from outside influences; obscure or mystical. | 密封的;隔绝的;深奥难懂的 |
| 6 | dice | /daɪs/ | noun verb |
Small cubes marked with dots used in gambling or board games; to cut food into small cubes; to gamble. | 骰子;掷骰子;将……切成丁 |
| 7 | transitory | /ˈtrænsətɔːri/ | adj | Not lasting or permanent; lasting for a short time only; fleeting. | 短暂的;转瞬即逝的;无常的 |
| 8 | gallant | /ˈɡælənt/ (adj, for bravery) /ɡəˈlɑːnt/ (adj, for courtesy towards women) |
adj noun |
Brave and chivalrous; courteous and attentive to women; a young man who is chivalrous or a suitor. | 英勇的;对女士殷勤的;时髦的;求爱者 |
| 9 | fallow | /ˈfæloʊ/ | adj noun verb |
Land left uncultivated for a period to restore fertility; inactive or unproductive; to leave land uncultivated. | 休耕的;不活跃的;休耕地;使休耕 |
| 10 | vandalism | /ˈvændəlɪzəm/ | noun | The deliberate destruction or damage of public or private property. | 故意破坏财物;搞破坏行为 |
| 11 | turbid | /ˈtɜːrbɪd/ | adj | Cloudy, opaque, or thick with suspended particles; confused or muddled in thought. | 浑浊的;混乱的;困惑的 |
| 12 | highness | /ˈhaɪnəs/ | noun | The quality of being high or tall; a title used for addressing or referring to a royal person (usually capitalized). | 高;高度;殿下(尊称) |
| 13 | bicker | /ˈbɪkər/ | verb noun |
To argue about petty or trivial matters; to squabble; a petty quarrel. | 争吵;为小事争执;口角 |
| 14 | beneficiary | /ˌbenɪˈfɪʃieri/ | noun | A person who receives advantages, benefits, or profits from something, especially a will, trust, or insurance policy. | 受益人;受惠者 |
| 15 | taut | /tɔːt/ | adj | Stretched or pulled tight; not slack; tense or rigid in expression or mood. | 拉紧的;绷紧的;紧张的 |
2026-08-18
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | handily | /ˈhændɪli/ | adv | In a convenient or skillful manner; easily or readily; with dexterity. | 方便地;灵巧地;轻易地 |
| 2 | abominable | /əˈbɑːmɪnəbl/ | adj | Causing disgust or hatred; detestable; morally reprehensible; very unpleasant. | 可恶的;令人憎恶的;糟糕透顶的 |
| 3 | cerebral | /səˈriːbrəl/ | adj | Relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual rather than emotional; involving careful thinking. | 大脑的;智力的;理性的 |
| 4 | mumps | /mʌmps/ | noun | A contagious viral disease causing swelling of the salivary glands, especially the parotids; often affects children. | 流行性腮腺炎 |
| 5 | balmy | /ˈbɑːmi/ | adj | Mild and pleasant (especially weather); soothing; fragrant. | 温和宜人的;舒缓的;芳香的 |
| 6 | digress | /daɪˈɡres/ | verb | To depart from the main subject temporarily in speech or writing; to stray or deviate. | 离题;岔开话题 |
| 7 | dossier | /ˈdɔːsieɪ/ | noun | A collection of documents or records about a person, event, or subject; a file or portfolio. | 档案;卷宗;材料汇编 |
| 8 | inexorable | /ɪnˈeksərəbl/ | adj | Impossible to stop, prevent, or persuade; relentless; unyielding. | 不可阻挡的;无情的;不屈不挠的 |
| 9 | interjection | /ˌɪntərˈdʒekʃn/ | noun | An abrupt remark or exclamation inserted into speech (e.g., "Oh!", "Wow!"); a word or phrase used to express emotion. | 感叹词;插入语;惊呼 |
| 10 | foible | /ˈfɔɪbl/ | noun | A minor weakness or eccentricity in character; a slight flaw or failing. | 小缺点;小毛病;弱点 |
| 11 | felicity | /fəˈlɪsəti/ | noun | Intense happiness; great joy; the ability to express oneself appropriately and pleasantly. | 幸福;快乐;措辞恰当;巧妙 |
| 12 | adroit | /əˈdrɔɪt/ | adj | Clever, skillful, or resourceful in handling situations; dexterous; adept. | 灵巧的;机敏的;熟练的 |
| 13 | inexplicable | /ˌɪnɪkˈsplɪkəbl/ | adj | Impossible to explain or understand; mysterious; baffling. | 无法解释的;费解的;神秘的 |
| 14 | abstention | /əbˈstenʃn/ | noun | The act of refraining from voting or from taking part in something; self-restraint from an activity. | 弃权;节制;戒除 |
| 15 | pedagogic | /ˌpedəˈɡɑːdʒɪk/ | adj | Relating to teaching or education; instructional; pedagogical. | 教育学的;教学的;教师的 |
2026-08-17
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ablaze | /əˈbleɪz/ | adj adv |
On fire; burning brightly; glowing with strong emotion or color. | 着火的;燃烧的;闪耀的;充满激情的 |
| 2 | foray | /ˈfɔːreɪ/ | noun verb |
A sudden raid or military attack; an initial venture into a new activity or area; to make a raid or venture. | 突袭;攻击;初次尝试;袭击;涉足 |
| 3 | oust | /aʊst/ | verb | To drive out or expel someone from a position or place; to displace or depose. | 驱逐;罢黜;剥夺 |
| 4 | shortfall | /ˈʃɔːrtfɔːl/ | noun | A deficit or shortage; an amount by which something falls short of expectations or requirements. | 不足;短缺;差额 |
| 5 | fiend | /fiːnd/ | noun | An evil or cruel person; a demon; someone who is extremely enthusiastic about something (e.g., a movie fiend). | 恶魔;残忍的人;迷;爱好者 |
| 6 | estrange | /ɪˈstreɪndʒ/ | verb | To cause someone to become unfriendly or indifferent; to alienate or separate. | 疏远;隔离;使离间 |
| 7 | helium | /ˈhiːliəm/ | noun | A colorless, odorless, inert gas that is lighter than air, used in balloons and as a coolant. | 氦气 |
| 8 | pinch | /pɪntʃ/ | verb noun |
To squeeze or compress tightly between two surfaces; to steal; to be frugal; an act of pinching; a small amount. | 捏;挤压;偷窃;节俭;一撮 |
| 9 | rostrum | /ˈrɑːstrəm/ | noun | A raised platform or stage for public speaking or conducting ceremonies; a pulpit. | 讲台;主席台 |
| 10 | dauntless | /ˈdɔːntləs/ | adj | Showing fearlessness and determination; intrepid; not intimidated. | 无畏的;勇敢的;不畏惧的 |
| 11 | haphazard | /hæpˈhæzərd/ | adj adv |
Lacking any obvious plan, order, or organization; random; in a random manner. | 随意的;杂乱的;无计划的;任意地 |
| 12 | dappled | /ˈdæpld/ | adj | Marked with spots or patches of different colors or shades; mottled. | 有斑点的;斑驳的;花斑的 |
| 13 | stoic | /ˈstoʊɪk/ | adj noun |
Enduring pain or hardship without complaint or showing emotion; a person who shows such endurance. | 坚忍的;淡泊的;禁欲者;坚忍之人 |
| 14 | taper | /ˈteɪpər/ | verb noun |
To gradually become narrower or thinner; to diminish or reduce gradually; a candle that narrows to a point. | 逐渐变细;逐渐减少;细蜡烛 |
| 15 | prowess | /ˈpraʊəs/ | noun | Great skill, bravery, or ability, especially in battle or sports; exceptional talent. | 英勇;高超技艺;非凡才能 |
2026-08-16
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | sierra | /siˈerə/ | noun | A long jagged mountain range; a code word for the letter 'S' in radio communication. | 锯齿状山脉;无线电通讯中字母S的代码 |
| 2 | exotic | /ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk/ | adj | Originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country; strikingly unusual or strange. | 异国的;奇特的;外来的 |
| 3 | clamber | /ˈklæmbər/ | verb noun |
To climb or move awkwardly or with difficulty, using both hands and feet; an awkward climb. | 攀爬;费力地爬;艰难的攀登 |
| 4 | rarity | /ˈrerəti/ | noun | The state or quality of being uncommon, unusual, or scarce; an uncommon thing. | 稀有;罕见;珍品 |
| 5 | degrade | /dɪˈɡreɪd/ | verb | To treat or regard someone with disrespect; to lower in quality, value, or dignity; to break down chemically. | 贬低;降低品质;降解 |
| 6 | bigot | /ˈbɪɡət/ | noun | A person who is intolerant of others' opinions, beliefs, or background, especially in religious or political matters. | 偏执者;顽固分子 |
| 7 | converge | /kənˈvɜːrdʒ/ | verb | To come together from different directions toward a common point; to meet or unite. | 汇聚;会合;趋于一致 |
| 8 | muddle | /ˈmʌdl/ | verb noun |
To confuse or disorient mentally; to mix up or jumble; a state of confusion or disorder. | 使混乱;弄乱;混乱状态 |
| 9 | vicarious | /vaɪˈkeriəs/ | adj | Experienced indirectly through another person's feelings, actions, or imagination; felt by imagined participation. | 间接体验的;替代的;感同身受的 |
| 10 | torso | /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/ | noun | The trunk of the human body, excluding the head, arms, and legs. | 躯干 |
| 11 | rebound | /rɪˈbaʊnd/ (verb) /ˈriːbaʊnd/ (noun) |
verb noun |
To spring back after hitting something; to recover or regain strength; a bouncing back or recovery. | 弹回;反弹;恢复;篮板球 |
| 12 | exemplary | /ɪɡˈzempləri/ | adj | Serving as a desirable model or example; commendable; of a high standard. | 典范的;可作楷模的;值得效仿的 |
| 13 | prophecy | /ˈprɑːfəsi/ | noun | A statement that something will happen in the future, especially one made by a divinely inspired person. | 预言;预知能力 |
| 14 | mirth | /mɜːrθ/ | noun | Amusement, laughter, or gaiety; cheerful joy. | 欢乐;欢笑;愉快 |
| 15 | muse | /mjuːz/ | verb noun |
To think deeply or reflectively; to be absorbed in thought; a source of inspiration for creative work (often the Muses in Greek mythology). | 沉思;冥想;缪斯;灵感之源 |
2026-08-15
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | coefficient | /ˌkoʊɪˈfɪʃnt/ | noun | A numerical or constant factor in a mathematical expression; a measure of a property or characteristic. | 系数;因数;率 |
| 2 | germinate | /ˈdʒɜːrmɪneɪt/ | verb | To begin to grow and develop (as a seed or spore); to come into existence or develop. | 发芽;萌发;形成;发展 |
| 3 | cowardice | /ˈkaʊərdɪs/ | noun | Lack of courage or bravery; excessive fear or timidity in the face of danger or difficulty. | 怯懦;胆小;畏缩 |
| 4 | materialize | /məˈtɪriəlaɪz/ | verb | To become actual or real; to appear or take physical form; to make something happen. | 实现;成为现实;显现;使具体化 |
| 5 | horsewhip | /ˈhɔːrswɪp/ | noun verb |
A whip used for controlling or driving horses; to beat or lash with a horsewhip. | 马鞭;用马鞭抽打 |
| 6 | hoary | /ˈhɔːri/ | adj | Grayish or white with age (especially hair); ancient or venerable; old and overused. | 灰白的;古老的;陈旧的 |
| 7 | oracle | /ˈɔːrəkl/ | noun | A person or medium through whom a deity is believed to speak; a wise or authoritative prophecy or statement. | 神谕;预言;圣贤;权威人士 |
| 8 | ejaculate | /ɪˈdʒækjuleɪt/ | verb | To utter suddenly and forcefully; to eject semen from the body. | 突然说出;射精 |
| 9 | ruddy | /ˈrʌdi/ | adj | Having a healthy reddish complexion or color; red or flushed. | 红润的;红色的;血色好的 |
| 10 | cache | /kæʃ/ | noun verb |
A hidden storage place for supplies or treasures; a store of items in hiding; to store in a hidden place. | 隐藏处;贮藏物;缓存;隐藏贮存 |
| 11 | backdrop | /ˈbækdrɑːp/ | noun | A painted cloth or screen hung at the back of a stage; the setting or background for an event or situation. | 背景幕布;背景;场景 |
| 12 | confinement | /kənˈfaɪnmənt/ | noun | The state of being restricted or confined; imprisonment; the period of childbirth. | 限制;监禁;分娩期 |
| 13 | verve | /vɜːrv/ | noun | Vigor, enthusiasm, and spirit in artistic performance or creative work. | 活力;热情;神采 |
| 14 | padlock | /ˈpædlɑːk/ | noun verb |
A removable lock with a hinged or sliding shackle; to secure with a padlock. | 挂锁;用挂锁锁住 |
| 15 | actuality | /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/ | noun | The state of being real or factual; actual existence; something that is real. | 现实;实际存在;事实 |
2026-08-14
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | anthropology | /ˌænθrəˈpɑːlədʒi/ | noun | The scientific study of human societies, cultures, and their development. | 人类学 |
| 2 | incoherent | /ˌɪnkoʊˈhɪrənt/ | adj | Unclear or difficult to understand; not logical or well-organized in speech or writing. | 语无伦次的;不连贯的;不清楚的 |
| 3 | croak | /kroʊk/ | verb noun |
To make a deep, hoarse sound like that of a frog; to speak in a rough, low voice; such a sound. | 发出蛙鸣声;用低沉沙哑的声音说话;蛙鸣声;沙哑的说话声 |
| 4 | cleave | /kliːv/ | verb | To split or sever something, especially along a natural line; to adhere firmly to something (archaic). | 劈开;砍开;粘住;忠于(古义) |
| 5 | efface | /ɪˈfeɪs/ | verb | To erase or remove something completely; to make oneself inconspicuous. | 抹去;消除;使(自己)不显眼 |
| 6 | finery | /ˈfaɪnəri/ | noun | Elaborate or showy clothing, ornaments, or decoration. | 华丽的服饰;装饰;盛装 |
| 7 | provisional | /prəˈvɪʒənl/ | adj noun |
Temporary or conditional, intended to be used until something permanent is established; a temporary stamp or document. | 临时的;暂定的;临时邮票;临时凭证 |
| 8 | gregarious | /ɡrɪˈɡeriəs/ | adj | Fond of the company of others; sociable; living in groups (of animals). | 爱交际的;群居的 |
| 9 | referendum | /ˌrefəˈrendəm/ | noun | A direct vote by the electorate on a specific political or constitutional issue. | 全民公投;公民投票 |
| 10 | onslaught | /ˈɑːnslɔːt/ | noun | A fierce or destructive attack; a large quantity of people or things that is difficult to deal with. | 猛攻;攻击;大批(难以应付的事物) |
| 11 | craven | /ˈkreɪvn/ | adj | Contemptibly lacking in courage; cowardly. | 怯懦的;胆小的 |
| 12 | respectability | /rɪˌspektəˈbɪləti/ | noun | The state of being regarded as decent, proper, or socially acceptable; conformity to accepted standards. | 体面;可敬;社会地位 |
| 13 | repulse | /rɪˈpʌls/ | verb noun |
To drive back or repel (an attack); to reject or refuse (someone) coldly; an act of repelling or rejection. | 击退;驱逐;拒绝;冷拒;击退的行动 |
| 14 | flurry | /ˈflɜːri/ | noun verb |
A sudden short burst of activity, excitement, or commotion; a light snowfall; to move in an agitated or flustered manner. | 一阵忙碌;骚动;小阵雪;使慌张 |
| 15 | heyday | /ˈheɪdeɪ/ | noun | The period of greatest success, popularity, or vigor; prime. | 全盛期;鼎盛时期 |
2026-08-13
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | exonerate | /ɪɡˈzɑːnəreɪt/ | verb | To clear someone from blame, accusation, or guilt; to absolve or acquit. | 免除责任;证实无罪;开脱 |
| 2 | peat | /piːt/ | noun | A brown, soil-like material formed from partly decomposed vegetable matter, cut and dried for use as fuel or in gardening. | 泥炭;泥煤 |
| 3 | iodine | /ˈaɪədaɪn/ | noun | A chemical element used as an antiseptic for wounds and as a nutrient in table salt. | 碘;碘酒 |
| 4 | deflate | /dɪˈfleɪt/ | verb | To let air or gas out of something; to reduce in size, importance, or confidence; to cause to shrink. | 放气;泄气;削弱;使受挫 |
| 5 | warranty | /ˈwɔːrənti/ | noun | A written guarantee promising to repair or replace an item if it breaks within a specified period. | 保修单;保证书;担保 |
| 6 | monologue | /ˈmɑːnəlɔːɡ/ | noun | A long speech by one person in a play or performance; a tedious or lengthy speech by one person in a conversation. | 独白;长篇大论;独角戏 |
| 7 | formulation | /ˌfɔːrmjuˈleɪʃn/ | noun | The action of creating or developing a plan, system, or proposal; a particular mixture or preparation of ingredients. | 制定;构想;配方;制剂 |
| 8 | conversant | /kənˈvɜːrsnt/ | adj | Familiar with or knowledgeable about something; well-informed in a particular area. | 熟悉的;精通的;通晓的 |
| 9 | procure | /prəˈkjʊr/ | verb | To obtain something, especially with effort or care; to bring about or acquire. | 获得;取得;促成 |
| 10 | indigenous | /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/ | adj | Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native to a region or country. | 本土的;土著的;原产的 |
| 11 | intractable | /ɪnˈtræktəbl/ | adj | Hard to control, manage, or solve; stubborn or obstinate in behavior. | 难处理的;棘手的;倔强的 |
| 12 | respite | /ˈrespɪt/ | noun | A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant; a temporary delay. | 休息;暂停;缓解;缓刑 |
| 13 | slither | /ˈslɪðər/ | verb | To move smoothly and quietly over a surface, often with a twisting or sliding motion, like a snake. | 滑行;蜿蜒地移动;滑落 |
| 14 | bask | /bæsk/ | verb | To lie in or expose oneself to warm sunlight or pleasant warmth; to delight in or enjoy appreciation or approval. | 晒太阳;取暖;沉浸于(赞美等) |
| 15 | wallow | /ˈwɑːloʊ/ | verb noun |
To roll about or lie in mud, water, or other substance; to indulge in an emotion or situation without restraint; an act of wallowing. | 打滚;沉溺于;享乐;泥坑;沉迷 |
2026-08-12
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | somber | /ˈsɑːmbər/ | adj | Dark or dull in color or tone; gloomy, melancholy, or serious in mood. | 阴沉的;暗淡的;忧郁的;严肃的 |
| 2 | prod | /prɑːd/ | verb noun |
To poke or jab with a finger or pointed object; to stimulate or remind someone to act; a poke or stimulus. | 戳;捅;激励;提醒;戳的动作;刺激 |
| 3 | testator | /ˈtesteɪtər/ | noun | A person who has made a legally valid will, especially one who dies leaving such a will. | 立遗嘱人 |
| 4 | eschew | /ɪsˈtʃuː/ | verb | To deliberately avoid or abstain from something; to shun or refrain from. | 避开;回避;戒绝 |
| 5 | exemplify | /ɪɡˈzemplɪfaɪ/ | verb | To show or illustrate by example; to be a typical example of something. | 举例说明;例证;是……的典型 |
| 6 | hypothesis | /haɪˈpɑːθəsɪs/ | noun | A supposition or proposed explanation based on limited evidence, as a starting point for further investigation. | 假设;假说;前提 |
| 7 | ode | /oʊd/ | noun | A lyric poem in the form of an address to a particular subject, often elevated in style and written in varied or irregular meter. | 颂诗;颂歌 |
| 8 | lull | /lʌl/ | verb noun |
To calm or send to sleep with soothing sounds or motions; to make someone feel secure and trustful; a temporary interval of calm or quiet. | 使安静;使入睡;哄骗;平息;间歇;平静时期 |
| 9 | waddle | /ˈwɑːdl/ | verb noun |
To walk with short steps and a clumsy swaying motion, like a duck; such a gait. | 蹒跚行走;摇摇摆摆地走;蹒跚的步子 |
| 10 | wedge | /wedʒ/ | noun verb |
A piece of wood, metal, or other material with a thick edge and a thin edge, used to split, secure, or tighten; to fix or force into a narrow space. | 楔子;三角木;楔形物;把……楔住;挤入 |
| 11 | montage | /mɑːnˈtɑːʒ/ | noun | The process or result of combining separate images, sounds, or scenes into a single composite work; a sequence of short shots or images. | 蒙太奇;剪辑;拼集;混合画 |
| 12 | invocation | /ˌɪnvəˈkeɪʃn/ | noun | The act of calling upon a deity, spirit, or authority for help, inspiration, or protection; a formal prayer or request. | 祈祷;祈求;召唤;援引 |
| 13 | mortgage | /ˈmɔːrɡɪdʒ/ | noun verb |
A legal agreement by which a bank or lender gives money in exchange for the right to seize the property if repayment fails; to pledge property as security for a loan. | 抵押贷款;抵押契约;抵押 |
| 14 | repulsion | /rɪˈpʌlʃn/ | noun | A feeling of intense dislike or disgust; the force that pushes objects apart (in physics). | 厌恶;反感;排斥力;斥力 |
| 15 | excise | /ˈeksaɪz/ (noun) /ɪkˈsaɪz/ (verb) |
noun verb |
A tax levied on certain goods (like alcohol or tobacco) produced or sold within a country; to cut out or remove (a part) surgically or editorially. | 消费税;国内货物税;切除;删除 |
2026-08-11
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | hype | /haɪp/ | noun verb |
Extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion; to promote or publicize extravagantly. | 大肆宣扬;夸大广告 ;炒作;大肆宣传 |
| 2 | lotion | /ˈloʊʃn/ | noun | A thick smooth liquid applied to the skin for medicinal or cosmetic purposes. | 护肤霜;洗剂 ;润肤乳 |
| 3 | hyphen | /ˈhaɪfn/ | noun verb |
A punctuation mark (-) used to join words or parts of words; to write or connect with a hyphen. | 连字符;连字号 ;用连字符连接 |
| 4 | invigilate | /ɪnˈvɪdʒɪleɪt/ | verb | To supervise candidates during an examination; to watch over. | 监考;监视 |
| 5 | flagrant | /ˈfleɪɡrənt/ | adj | Conspicuously or obviously offensive, blameworthy, or scandalous; blatant. | 公然的;明目张胆的 ;恶名昭彰的 |
| 6 | synopsis | /sɪˈnɑːpsɪs/ | noun | A brief summary or general survey of something, such as a plot or article. | 概要;大纲 ;梗概 |
| 7 | trestle | /ˈtresl/ | noun | A rigid frame used as a support (for a table or bridge); a trestle bridge. | 高架桥;支架 ;栈桥;马扎 |
| 8 | mince | /mɪns/ | verb noun |
To cut up or grind food into very small pieces; to walk with short, affected steps; minced meat. | 切碎;剁碎 ;装腔作势地走;绞肉 |
| 9 | tripod | /ˈtraɪpɑːd/ | noun | A three-legged stand for supporting a camera, telescope, or other equipment. | 三脚架 |
| 10 | squabble | /ˈskwɑːbl/ | noun verb |
A noisy quarrel about something petty or trivial; to quarrel noisily over small matters. | 口角;小争吵 ;争吵;争论 |
| 11 | shatter | /ˈʃætər/ | verb | To break or cause to break suddenly and violently into many pieces; to destroy or ruin completely. | 打碎;粉碎 ;使破灭;剧烈震动 |
| 12 | visualize | /ˈvɪʒuəlaɪz/ | verb | To form a mental image of; to make visible to the eye or mind. | 想象;设想 ;使形象化;显现 |
| 13 | detour | /ˈdiːtʊr/ | noun verb |
A long or roundabout route taken to avoid a roadblock or visit a place; to take a detour. | 绕道;便道 ;绕行;绕过 |
| 14 | substantiate | /səbˈstænʃieɪt/ | verb | To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of; to verify or validate. | 证实;证明 ;使实体化 |
| 15 | fastidious | /fæˈstɪdiəs/ | adj | Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail; hard to please; meticulous. | 一丝不苟的;严谨的 ;挑剔的;过分讲究的 |
2026-08-10
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | wiggle | /ˈwɪɡl/ | verb noun |
To move or cause to move up and down or from side to side with small quick movements; a wiggling movement. | 扭动;蠕动 ;摆动;扭动动作 |
| 2 | caviar | /ˈkæviɑːr/ | noun | The pickled roe of sturgeon or other large fish, eaten as a delicacy. | 鱼子酱 |
| 3 | intrinsic | /ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/ | adj | Belonging naturally; essential; inherent to the core nature of a thing. | 固有的;内在的 ;本质的 |
| 4 | vulture | /ˈvʌltʃər/ | noun | A large scavenging bird of prey; a contemptible person who preys on or exploits others. | 兀鹰;秃鹫 ;趁火打劫者 |
| 5 | rabies | /ˈreɪbiːz/ | noun | A contagious and fatal viral disease of dogs and other mammals, transmissible through saliva to humans. | 狂犬病;恐水症 |
| 6 | apathy | /ˈæpəθi/ | noun | Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern; state of indifference. | 冷漠;无动于衷 ;漠不关心 |
| 7 | snort | /snɔːrt/ | verb noun |
To make a sudden explosive sound through one's nose; an act or sound of snorting. | 哼了一声;喷气 ;嗤之以鼻;喷气声 |
| 8 | cannibal | /ˈkænɪbl/ | noun adj |
A person or animal that eats the flesh of its own species; relating to cannibals. | 食人者;同类相食的动物 ;食同类的 |
| 9 | silhouette | /ˌsɪluˈet/ | noun verb |
The dark shape and outline of someone or something visible against a lighter background; to cast as a silhouette. | 剪影;轮廓 ;侧影;显出轮廓 |
| 10 | cumulative | /ˈkjuːmjəleɪtɪv/ | adj | Increasing or quantity, degree, or force by successive additions; accumulated. | 累积的;渐增的 ;累计的 |
| 11 | checkmate | /ˈtʃekmeɪt/ | noun verb |
A position in chess in which a king is threatened and cannot escape; a final defeat; to put in checkmate or defeat thoroughly. | 将死;彻底打败 ;将死;使处于绝境 |
| 12 | strand | /strænd/ | noun verb |
A single thin length of thread, wire, or hair; the shore of a sea, lake, or river; to drive or leave aground on a shore. | 线;绳束;链 ;海滨;使搁浅;使陷入困境 |
| 13 | maim | /meɪm/ | verb | To wound or injure someone so that part of the body is permanently damaged or unusable. | 致残;伤残 ;使残废 |
| 14 | unison | /ˈjuːnɪsn/ | noun | Simultaneous performance or utterance of action or speech; coincidental occurrence of events. | 齐唱;一致 ;同音;协调 |
| 15 | manicure | /ˈmænɪkjʊr/ | noun verb |
A cosmetic treatment of the hands involving cutting, shaping, and polishing nails; to give a manicure to. | 修剪手指甲;手部护理 ;给……修指甲 |
2026-08-09
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | exodus | /ˈeksədəs/ | noun | A mass departure of people, especially emigrants or refugees. | 大批离去;成群外出 ;大逃亡 |
| 2 | infatuated | /ɪnˈfætʃueɪtɪd/ | adj | Possessed with an intense but short-lived passion or admiration for someone or something. | 迷恋的;冲动的 ;着迷的 |
| 3 | intransigent | /ɪnˈtrænsɪdʒənt/ | adj noun |
Uncompromising; refusing to agree or change one's views; an uncompromising person. | 固执己见的;不妥协的 ;不妥协的人 |
| 4 | congested | /kənˈdʒestɪd/ | adj | Overcrowded or blocked with traffic or people; abnormally full of fluid or blood. | 拥挤的;塞满的 ;充血的;堵塞的 |
| 5 | indolent | /ˈɪndələnt/ | adj | Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy; causing little or no pain (of a medical condition). | 懒惰的;懒散的 ;(病变)无痛的 |
| 6 | optimum | /ˈɑːptɪməm/ | adj noun |
Most conducive to a favorable outcome; best; the most favorable conditions or aspect. | 最适宜的;最佳的 ;最佳条件/状态 |
| 7 | incubate | /ˈɪŋkjubeɪt/ | verb | To hatch eggs by sitting on them or keeping them warm; to develop slowly over time (ideas, diseases). | 孵化;抱窝 ;培养;潜伏(疾病) |
| 8 | rationale | /ˌræʃəˈnæl/ | noun | A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or a belief. | 逻辑依据;根本原因 ;理论基础 |
| 9 | frock | /frɑːk/ | noun verb |
A woman's or girl's dress; a habit or gown worn by a monk or priest; to clothe in a frock. | 连衣裙;长袍 ;僧袍;穿上袍子 |
| 10 | corrosion | /kəˈroʊʒn/ | noun | The process of corroding or being corroded by chemical action; gradual destruction or deterioration. | 腐蚀;侵蚀 ;腐蚀产物 |
| 11 | burrow | /ˈbɜːroʊ/ | noun verb |
A hole or tunnel dug by a small animal; to dig a hole or tunnel for habitation or shelter. | 地洞;巢穴 ;掘洞;钻入 |
| 12 | demean | /dɪˈmiːn/ | verb | To cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for someone or something; to conduct oneself. | 贬低;羞辱 ;举止;表现 |
| 13 | contraceptive | /ˌkɑːntrəˈseptɪv/ | adj noun |
Serving to prevent pregnancy or conception; a device or drug serving to prevent pregnancy. | 避孕的;防孕的 ;避孕药/器具 |
| 14 | insular | /ˈɪnsələr/ | adj | Ignorant of or uninterested in cultures, ideas, or peoples outside one's own experience; relating to an island. | 孤立的;偏狭的 ;岛屿的;与世隔绝的 |
| 15 | incubator | /ˈɪŋkjubeɪtər/ | noun | An apparatus used to maintain environmental conditions suitable for hatching or cultivation; an organization that assists startups. | 孵化器;恒温箱 ;早产儿保育箱;创业孵化器 |
2026-08-08
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | patriarch | /ˈpeɪtriɑːrk/ | noun | The male head of a family or tribe; a respected old man or founding figure. | 族长;家长 ;元老;创始人 |
| 2 | favoritism | /ˈfeɪvərɪtɪzəm/ | noun | The practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group at the expense of another. | 偏袒;偏爱 ;偏心 |
| 3 | upheaval | /ʌpˈhiːvl/ | noun | A violent or sudden change or disruption to something; an upward displacement of the Earth's crust. | 剧变;动乱 ;隆起 |
| 4 | conjure | /ˈkɑːndʒər/ | verb | To call upon (a spirit or ghost) to appear by means of magic; to bring to mind; to create or evoke as if by magic. | 变魔术;召唤 ;使……浮现于脑海;变出 |
| 5 | earthenware | /ˈɜːrθnwer/ | noun adj |
Pottery made of clay fired to a porous state that can be made impervious to liquids by the use of a glaze; made of fired clay. | 陶器;瓦器 ;陶制的 |
| 6 | rummage | /ˈrʌmɪdʒ/ | verb noun |
To search unsystematically and untidily through a mass or receptacle; an unsystematic search. | 翻寻;搜寻 ;翻箱倒柜;乱杂物 |
| 7 | hypotenuse | /haɪˈpɑːtənus/ | noun | The longest side of a right-angled triangle, opposite the right angle. | (直角三角形的)斜边 |
| 8 | pike | /paɪk/ | noun verb |
A long wooden shaft with a pointed iron head; a predatory freshwater fish; to pierce or kill with a pike. | 长矛;长枪 ;白斑狗鱼;用矛刺杀 |
| 9 | hull | /hʌl/ | noun verb |
The main body or outer frame of a ship or tank; the outer covering of a fruit or seed; to remove the outer cover of. | 船体;船身 ;外壳;剥去外壳 |
| 10 | bisect | /baɪˈsekt/ | verb | To divide into two equal or corresponding parts. | 平分;二等分 ;一分为二 |
| 11 | archaic | /ɑːrˈkeɪɪk/ | adj | Very old or old-fashioned; belonging to an earlier period; obsolete. | 古老的;陈旧的 ;已废弃的 |
| 12 | obesity | /oʊˈbiːsəti/ | noun | The state of being grossly fat or overweight, especially to an extent that damages health. | 肥胖;过度肥胖 |
| 13 | intermittent | /ˌɪntərˈmɪtənt/ | adj | Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady. | 断断续续的;间歇的 ;阵发性的 |
| 14 | tarry | /ˈtæri/ | verb noun adj |
To stay longer than intended; to delay leaving; a temporary stay; covered with or like tar. | 逗留;耽搁 ;拖延;焦油的 |
| 15 | knack | /næk/ | noun | A acquired or natural skill at performing a task; a clever or skillful way of doing something. | 诀窍;本领 ;巧妙手法 |
2026-08-07
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | epitome | /ɪˈpɪtəmi/ | noun | A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type; a summary of a written work. | 典型;缩影 ;典范;摘要 |
| 2 | uncanny | /ʌnˈkæni/ | adj | Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way; beyond what is normal or expected. | 离奇的;怪异的 ;超乎寻常的 |
| 3 | sensuous | /ˈsenʃuəs/ | adj | Relating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect; giving pleasure to the physical senses. | 感官的;给与感官快乐的 ;敏锐的 |
| 4 | opaque | /oʊˈpeɪq/ | noun adj |
Not able to be seen through; transparent to light not allowed; hard or impossible to understand. | 不透明的;晦涩难懂的 ;难理解的 |
| 5 | zoom | /zuːm/ | verb noun |
To move or travel very quickly; to change smooth focus or magnification of a camera; a rapid movement or humming sound. | 飞驰;急速上升 ;(镜头)变焦;疾驰声 |
| 6 | carnation | /kɑːrˈneɪʃn/ | noun | A double-flowered cultivated variety of clove pink, with fragrant pink, white, or red flowers. | 康乃馨;麝香石竹 |
| 7 | broccoli | /ˈbrɑːkəli/ | noun | A cultivated plant of the cabbage family with dense clusters of green flower buds. | 西兰花;绿花菜 |
| 8 | sallow | /ˈsæloʊ/ | adj verb |
(Of a person's skin or complexion) of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color; to make sallow. | (肤色)气色不佳的;蜡黄的 ;使成蜡黄色 |
| 9 | reversion | /rɪˈvɜːrʒn/ | noun | A return to a previous state, practice, or condition; the returning of property to its original owner. | 回复;复原 ;(财产等)归还;返祖现象 |
| 10 | hangover | /ˈhæŋoʊvər/ | noun | A severe headache or other symptoms caused by drinking too much alcohol; a lingering effect or custom from the past. | 宿醉;遗留物 ;残留影响 |
| 11 | embed | /ɪmˈbed/ | verb | To fix an object firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass; to insert hardware/code or media within a surrounding system. | 嵌入;植入 ;使深留;插入 |
| 12 | alimony | /ˈælɪmoʊni/ | noun | A husband's or wife's provision for a spouse after separation or divorce; court-ordered financial maintenance. | 瞻养费;离异赡养费 |
| 13 | fender | /ˈfendər/ | noun | A metal structure framing a wheel well of a vehicle; a cushioning device hung over the side of a boat. | (汽车的)挡泥板/翼子板 ;(船只)避碰垫 |
| 14 | rhinoceros | /raɪˈnɑːsərəs/ | noun | A large, thick-skinned herbivorous mammal with one or two horns on the snout. | 犀牛 |
| 15 | orgy | /ˈɔːrdʒi/ | noun | A wild party characterized by excessive indulgence in activity; unrestrained indulgence in a specified activity. | 狂欢;放荡的聚会 ;无节制的狂欢 |
2026-08-06
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | partisan | /ˈpɑːrtəzn/ | adj noun |
Prejudiced in favor of a particular cause or faction; a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person. | 盲目支持的;偏袒的 ;党派的;坚定的支持者 |
| 2 | grovel | /ˈɡrɑːvl/ | verb | To act in a servile or obsequious way in order to gain favor or forgiveness; to lie or crawl on the ground face downward. | 谄媚;奴颜婢膝 ;卑躬屈膝;匍匐 |
| 3 | methodical | /məˈθɑːdɪkl/ | adj | Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and deliberate. | 有条理的;井然有序的 ;有系统的 |
| 4 | apprehend | /ˌæprɪˈhend/ | verb | To arrest someone for a crime; to understand or perceive the meaning of something; to anticipate with anxiety or fear. | 逮捕;拘押 ;理解;领会;担忧 |
| 5 | impostor | /ɪmˈpɑːstər/ | noun | A person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others. | 冒牌者;冒充者 ;骗子 |
| 6 | yummy | /ˈjʌmi/ | adj | Delicious or highly pleasing to the senses. | 美味的;可口的 ;极好的 |
| 7 | infrastructure | /ˈɪnfrəstrʌktʃər/ | noun | The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise. | 基础设施;基础架构 ;公共设施 |
| 8 | arson | /ˈɑːrsn/ | noun | The criminal act of deliberately setting fire to property. | 纵火;纵火罪 |
| 9 | decor | /deɪˈkɔːr/ | noun | The decoration and furnishing of a room or building; the overall aesthetic styling. | 装饰;布置 ;室内装潢 |
| 10 | insidious | /ɪnˈsɪdiəs/ | adj | Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with very harmful effects; treacherous or craftily enticing. | 暗中生效的;潜伏的 ;阴险的;不知不觉中为害的 |
| 11 | strut | /strʌt/ | verb noun |
To walk with a stiff, erect, and apparently arrogant or conceited gait; a rod or bar forming part of a framework. | 昂首阔步;神气活现地走 ;支柱;撑杆 |
| 12 | fatuous | /ˈfætʃuəs/ | adj | Silly and pointless; foolish or brainless. | 愚蠢的;傻乎乎的 ;荒谬的 |
| 13 | dandy | /ˈdændi/ | noun adj |
A man unduly devoted to style, neatness, and fashion in dress; excellent or first-rate. | 花花公子;过分讲究衣着的人 ;极好的;优秀的 |
| 14 | bout | /baʊt/ | noun | A short period of intense activity of a specified kind; a contest or match, especially in boxing or wrestling. | 发作;一阵;回合 ;(拳击等)比赛 |
| 15 | pawn | /pɔːn/ | noun verb |
A chess piece of smallest size and value; a person used by others for their own purposes; to deposit an object as security. | (国际象棋的)兵/卒 ;棋子;傀儡;典当;抵押 |
2026-08-05
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | horde | /hɔːrd/ | noun verb |
A large group of people or animals; a crowd or swarm; to gather in a horde. | 一大群;人群 ;群集 |
| 2 | synonymous | /sɪˈnɑːnɪməs/ | adj | Having the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase; closely associated with or suggestive of something. | 同义的;意思相同的 ;紧密相关的 |
| 3 | advent | /ˈædvent/ | noun | The arrival or creation of a notable person, thing, or event; the coming of Christ. | 到来;出现 ;降临 |
| 4 | quip | /kwɪp/ | noun verb |
A witty, sharp, or humorous remark; to make a witty observation or remark. | 讽刺话;妙语 ;打趣;嘲弄 |
| 5 | reprimand | /ˈreprɪmænd/ | verb noun |
To rebuke someone officially or severely; a formal expression of disapproval. | 申斥;训诫 ;正式谴责 |
| 6 | euphoria | /juːˈfɔːriə/ | noun | A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness. | 狂喜;极度兴奋 ;幸福感 |
| 7 | flex | /fleks/ | verb noun |
To bend or cause to bend; to contract a muscle; to show off or display power/wealth; an act of flexing or a flexible cable. | 弯曲;肌肉收缩 ;炫耀;展露;电线 |
| 8 | fresco | /ˈfreskoʊ/ | noun verb |
A painting done rapidly in watercolor on wet plaster on a wall or ceiling; to paint in fresco. | 湿壁画;湿壁画技法 ;用湿壁画法作画 |
| 9 | certify | /ˈsɜːrtɪfaɪ/ | verb | To attest or confirm formally as true, accurate, or meeting a standard; to issue an official certificate to. | 证明;证实 ;发证书给 |
| 10 | flavoring | /ˈfleɪvərɪŋ/ | noun | A substance used to give a particular taste to food or drink. | 调味品;调味香料 ;香味添加剂 |
| 11 | lapse | /læps/ | noun verb |
A temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgment; an interval of time; to pass into a specified state or expire. | 小错;失效 ;间隔;流逝;终止 |
| 12 | hornet | /ˈhɔːrnɪt/ | noun | A large stinging wasp that typically builds paper nests in trees or hollows. | 大黄蜂;马蜂 |
| 13 | dentistry | /ˈdentɪstri/ | noun | The medical practice or profession treating teeth, gums, and related structures of the mouth. | 牙科学;牙医业 ;牙医诊所 |
| 14 | jumbo | /ˈdʒʌmboʊ/ | adj noun |
Extremely large of its kind; a very large person or thing (e.g., a jumbo jet). | 特大的;巨大的 ;庞然大物 |
| 15 | nasal | /ˈneɪzl/ | adj noun |
Relating to the nose; pronounced with the voice issuing through the nose; a nasal speech sound or bone. | 鼻的;鼻音的 ;鼻音;鼻骨 |
2026-08-04
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | holster | /ˈhoʊlstər/ | noun verb |
A holder for carrying a handgun, placed on a belt, shoulder, or leg; to put a gun into its holster. | 枪套;枪袋 ;把(枪)收入枪套 |
| 2 | abide | /əˈbaɪd/ | verb | To accept or act in accordance with (a rule/decision); to tolerate or bear; to remain or dwell. | 遵守;顺从 ;容忍;忍受;居住 |
| 3 | woe | /woʊ/ | noun | Great sorrow, distress, or trouble; things that cause sorrow or distress. | 悲哀;悲痛 ;苦难;灾祸 |
| 4 | velocity | /vəˈlɑːsəti/ | noun | The speed of something in a given direction; rapidity of movement or execution. | 速度;速率 ;敏捷 |
| 5 | dispensable | /dɪˈspensəbl/ | adj | Able to be replaced or done without; not necessary. | 可有可无的;非必要的 ;可省去的 |
| 6 | fortuitous | /fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs/ | adj | Happening by a lucky chance or accident; fortunate. | 偶然的;巧合的 ;幸运的 |
| 7 | carnage | /ˈkɑːrnɪdʒ/ | noun | The killing of a large number of people; widespread destruction or disorder. | 大屠杀;残杀 ;惨状;严重破坏 |
| 8 | hale | /heɪl/ | adj | (Of a person, especially an elderly one) strong and healthy. | 健壮的;矍铄的 |
| 9 | expedient | /ɪkˈspiːdiənt/ | adj noun |
(Of an action) convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral; a means of attaining an end. | 权宜之计的;方便的 ;应急手段;权宜之计 |
| 10 | migraine | /ˈmaɪɡreɪn/ | noun | A recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea. | 偏头痛 |
| 11 | mantle | /ˈmæntl/ | noun verb |
An important role or responsibility passing from one person to another; a cloak or covering layer; to cloak or cover. | 职责;斗篷 ;地幔;覆盖;笼罩 |
| 12 | slavish | /ˈsleɪvɪsh/ | adj | Servile or submissive; showing no originality; blindly copying or following. | 奴性十足的;盲从的 ;照搬照抄的 |
| 13 | kernel | /ˈkɜːrnl/ | noun | The central or most essential part of anything; the core; the innermost vital part of an operating system. | (坚果的)仁;核心 ;要点;(操作系统)内核 |
| 14 | floral | /ˈflɔːrəl/ | adj | Of, relating to, or decorated with flowers. | 花卉的;花的 ;印花的 |
| 15 | grove | /ɡroʊv/ | noun | A small group of trees, especially one without undergrowth; an orchard. | 树林;小树林 ;果园 |
2026-08-03
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | intuitive | /ɪnˈtuːɪtɪv/ | adj | Using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; easy to understand or operate instinctively. | 直觉的;凭直觉的 ;直观易懂的 |
| 2 | heretic | /ˈherətɪk/ | noun | A person believing in or practicing religious heresy; anyone holding an opinion at odds with what is generally accepted. | 异教徒;异端分子 ;持异端邪说者 |
| 3 | electrify | /ɪˈlektrɪfaɪ/ | verb | To charge with electricity; to pass an electric current through; to thrill or excite someone greatly. | 使通电;使电气化 ;使震惊/兴奋 |
| 4 | withstand | /wɪðˈstænd/ | verb | To offer strong resistance to; to remain undamaged or unaffected by. | 经受住;顶住 ;抵抗 |
| 5 | whitewash | /ˈwaɪtwɑːʃ/ | noun verb |
A solution used for whitening walls; a deliberate attempt to conceal unpleasant or incriminating facts; to cover up or exonerate. | 石灰水;粉饰;掩盖 ;掩盖真相;粉饰 |
| 6 | deform | /dɪˈfɔːrm/ | verb | To distort the shape or form of; to spoil the surface or natural appearance of. | 使变形;畸变 ;损毁外观 |
| 7 | repository | /rɪˈpɑːzətɔːri/ | noun | A place, building, or receptacle where things are or may be stored; a central location in which data is stored and managed. | 仓库;储存库 ;(代码/数据)版本库 |
| 8 | regress | /rɪˈɡres/ /ˈriːɡres/ |
verb noun |
To return to a former or less developed state; a movement backward or return to an earlier state. | 倒退;退化 ;回归;退步 |
| 9 | revamp | /ˌriːˈvæmp/ | verb noun |
To give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to; an act of renovating or updating. | 翻新;修补 ;改造;重组 |
| 10 | anthology | /ænˈθɑːlədʒi/ | noun | A published collection of poems or other pieces of writing; a collection of musical items or films. | 选集;文选 ;作品集 |
| 11 | irradiate | /ɪˈreɪdieɪt/ | verb | To expose to radiation; to illuminate or shine light upon. | 照射;辐射 ;照亮;阐明 |
| 12 | skinny | /ˈskɪni/ | adj noun |
Unpleasantly or noticeably thin; confidential information or gossip (the skinny). | 极瘦的;皮包骨的 ;内幕消息;真相 |
| 13 | advocacy | /ˈædvəkəsi/ | noun | Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy. | 拥护;支持 ;提倡;辩护 |
| 14 | thatch | /θætʃ/ | noun verb |
A roof covering made of straw, reeds, or palm leaves; to cover a roof with thatch. | 茅草;茅草屋顶 ;用茅草铺盖屋顶 |
| 15 | vial | /ˈvaɪəl/ | noun | A small glass container, especially one used for holding liquid medicines or chemicals. | 小药瓶;小玻璃瓶 |
2026-08-02
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | surreptitious | /ˌsɜːrəpˈtɪʃəs/ | adj | Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of; stealthy or clandestine. | 鬼鬼祟祟的;秘密的 ;暗中的 |
| 2 | lurk | /lɜːrk/ | verb noun |
To lie in wait or stay hidden so as to attack or avoid detection; to read online forum messages without posting. | 潜伏;埋伏 ;潜水(论坛不发言) |
| 3 | tulip | /ˈtuːlɪp/ | noun | A bulbous spring-flowering plant with cup-shaped flowers. | 郁金香 |
| 4 | incisive | /ɪnˈsaɪsɪv/ | adj | Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; accurate and sharply focused. | 尖锐的;深刻的 ;一针见血的;敏锐的 |
| 5 | remnant | /ˈremnənt/ | noun adj |
A small remaining quantity of something; a surviving trace or piece. | 残余;残片 ;遗迹;剩下的 |
| 6 | zest | /zest/ | noun verb |
Great enthusiasm and energy; outer colored peel of a citrus fruit used as flavoring; to add flavor or enthusiasm. | 热情;狂热 ;风味;柑橘皮;加调味 |
| 7 | anonymity | /ˌænəˈnɪməti/ | noun | The condition of being anonymous; lack of outstanding, distinctive, or recognizable features. | 匿名;匿名性 ;无名;无特色 |
| 8 | gill | /ɡɪl/ | noun | The paired respiratory organ of fishes and aquatic animals; vertical plates on the underside of a mushroom cap. | 腮(鱼类器官) ;(蘑菇的)菌褶 |
| 9 | expurgate | /ˈekspərɡeɪt/ | verb | To remove matter thought to be objectionable or unsuitable from a book, film, or written work. | 删改;净化 ;删节(不当内容) |
| 10 | communicable | /kəˈmjuːnɪkəbl/ | adj | (Of a disease) able to be transmitted from one sufferer to another; contagious. | 可传染的;会传播的 ;易沟通的 |
| 11 | norm | /nɔːrm/ | noun | Something that is usual, typical, or standard; a required or agreed standard in a group or system. | 规范;标准 ;准则;常态 |
| 12 | theorem | /ˈθiːərəm/ | noun | A general proposition not self-evident but proved by a chain of reasoning; a truth established by means of accepted truths. | 定理;命题 ;原理 |
| 13 | mitten | /ˈmɪtn/ | noun | A glove with two sections, one for the thumb and the other for all four fingers combined. | 连指手套 |
| 14 | derogatory | /dɪˈrɑːɡətɔːri/ | adj | Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude; detracting or disparaging. | 贬低人的;贬义的 ;毁谤的 |
| 15 | tensile | /ˈtensl/ | adj | Relating to tension; capable of being drawn out or stretched. | 拉力的;可伸展的 ;抗拉的 |
2026-08-01
| index | word | pronunciation | parts of speech | explanation | translation in Chinese |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | engender | /ɪnˈdʒendər/ | verb | To cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition. | 产生;引起 ;导致 |
| 2 | hamlet | /ˈhæmlət/ | noun | A small settlement, generally one smaller than a village and strictly without its own church. | 小村庄;村落 |
| 3 | sardonic | /sɑːrˈdɑːnɪk/ | adj | Grimly mocking or cynical; scornful or sarcastic. | 讽刺的;冷嘲热讽的 ;轻蔑的 |
| 4 | gratuitous | /ɡrəˈtuːɪtəs/ | adj | Uncalled for; lacking good reason or unwarranted; given or done free of charge. | 无正当理由的;无端发生的 ;免费的 |
| 5 | lousy | /ˈlaʊzi/ | adj | Very poor or bad; disgusting; teeming with lice. | 糟糕的;极差的 ;恶劣的;有虱子的 |
| 6 | segregation | /ˌseɡrɪˈɡeɪʃn/ | noun | The action or state of setting someone or something apart from others; isolation based on race, class, or ethnic group. | 隔离;分离 ;种族隔离 |
| 7 | delude | /dɪˈluːd/ | verb | To impose a misleading belief upon someone; to deceive or fool. | 欺骗;哄骗 ;使产生错觉 |
| 8 | flax | /flæks/ | noun | A blue-flowered plant cultivated for its seed (linseed) and for its textile fiber (linen). | 亚麻;亚麻纤维 |
| 9 | tyrannical | /tɪˈrænɪkl/ | adj | Exercising power in a cruel or arbitrary way; autocratic and oppressive. | 残暴的;专制的 ;暴虐的 |
| 10 | grievance | /ˈɡriːvəns/ | noun | A real or imagined cause for complaint, especially unfair treatment; a feeling of resentment over such treatment. | 抱怨;委屈 ;不满事项 |
| 11 | allusion | /əˈluːʒn/ | noun | An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference. | 暗指;典故 ;间接提及 |
| 12 | reshuffle | /ˌriːˈʃʌfl/ | verb noun |
To interchange the positions of members in a organization, cabinet, or group; to shuffle cards again; a reorganization. | 重组;改组 ;重新洗牌;人事调整 |
| 13 | sash | /sæʃ/ | noun | A long strip or loop of cloth worn over one shoulder or round the waist; a frame holding the glass panes of a window. | 腰带;肩带 ;(窗户的)框格 |
| 14 | incense | /ˈɪnsens/ /ɪnˈsens/ |
noun verb |
A gum, spice, or other substance burned for its sweet smell; to make someone extremely angry. | 香;熏香 ;激怒;使大怒 |
| 15 | ravine | /rəˈviːn/ | noun | A deep, narrow gorge with steep sides, typically carved by running water. | 沟壑;峡谷 ;深谷 |

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