单词释义

  1. sentiment - n.
    • paraphrase:a feeling or opinion
    • synonym:feeling, thought, view
    • example:Although the team lost the game, there was a positive sentiment among the players because they had played their best, which made the coach proud.
  2. reign - n./v.
    • paraphrase:(n.) the period when a king or queen rules a country; (v.) to rule as king or queen
    • synonym:rule, govern, period
    • example:During her reign, the queen introduced many reforms, which improved the lives of her people, and she was remembered as a wise leader.
  3. protest - n./v.
    • paraphrase:(n.) an action showing disapproval of something; (v.) to show disapproval of something
    • synonym:objection, complain, demonstrate
    • example:People took to the streets to protest the new law, which they believed would harm the environment, even though the government insisted it was necessary for development.
  4. sustain - v.
    • paraphrase:to keep something going; to support or provide for
    • synonym:support, maintain, keep
    • example:Farmers need rain to sustain their crops, without which there would be a shortage of food in the region.
  5. cattle - n.
    • paraphrase:cows and bulls kept for their meat or milk
    • synonym:cows, livestock
    • example:The farmer moved his cattle to a different field where the grass was greener, as the previous pasture had become bare.
  6. construct - v.
    • paraphrase:to build or make something
    • synonym:build, make, create
    • example:They plan to construct a new bridge across the river, which will make travel between the two towns much easier.
  7. indignation - n.
    • paraphrase:anger caused by unfair treatment
    • synonym:anger, annoyance, fury
    • example:She felt indignation when she realized she had been unfairly blamed for something she didn’t do.
  8. inhabit - v.
    • paraphrase:to live in a place
    • synonym:live in, occupy, dwell in
    • example:Many different species of birds inhabit the forest, where they find food and shelter.
  9. temptation - n.
    • paraphrase:the desire to do something wrong or unwise
    • synonym:desire, urge, attraction
    • example:He resisted the temptation to eat the cake, even though it looked delicious.
  10. retain - v.
    • paraphrase:to keep or continue to have something
    • synonym:keep, hold, maintain
    • example:The company decided to retain its current employees, as they valued their experience and skills.
  11. fiscal - adj.
    • paraphrase:relating to government money or taxes
    • synonym:financial, economic, budgetary
    • example:The government announced its fiscal policy for the coming year, which included tax cuts and increased spending on education.
  12. delicate - adj.
    • paraphrase:easily broken or damaged; needing careful handling
    • synonym:fragile, easily broken, fine
    • example:The antique vase was very delicate, so she handled it with great care.
  13. flee - v.
    • paraphrase:to run away from danger or something unpleasant
    • synonym:run away, escape, leave quickly
    • example:People had to flee their homes when the floodwaters rose rapidly after the heavy rain.
  14. sour - adj.
    • paraphrase:having a sharp, unpleasant taste like that of a lemon
    • synonym:tart, sharp, acidic
    • example:The milk tasted sour, which meant it had gone bad and was no longer safe to drink.
  15. motion - n.
    • paraphrase:an act or process of moving; a formal proposal in a meeting
    • synonym:movement, move, proposal
    • example:The dancer’s graceful motion captivated the audience, while in the meeting, a motion was made to approve the budget.
  16. knight - n.
    • paraphrase:a man who has been given a special title by a king or queen and who often fought in armor in the past
    • synonym:nobleman, warrior
    • example:The brave knight rode into battle, where he defended the kingdom against its enemies.
  17. destructive - adj.
    • paraphrase:causing great damage
    • synonym:damaging, harmful, ruinous
    • example:The hurricane was very destructive, and it destroyed many homes and businesses along the coast.
  18. noble - adj.
    • paraphrase:having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles and ideals
    • synonym:honorable, worthy, virtuous
    • example:It was a noble act when he risked his own life to save the child from the fire.
  19. entertain - v.
    • paraphrase:to provide amusement or enjoyment
    • synonym:amuse, please, delight
    • example:The comedian’s jokes entertained the audience, and they laughed throughout the entire show.
  20. competent - adj.
    • paraphrase:having the necessary ability, skill, or knowledge to do something successfully
    • synonym:able, capable, skilled
    • example:She is a competent teacher who knows how to make her students understand difficult topics.
  21. fitting - adj.
    • paraphrase:suitable or appropriate
    • synonym:suitable, appropriate, proper
    • example:It was a fitting tribute to the deceased, as many friends and family members shared their fond memories.
  22. capacity - n.
    • paraphrase:the amount that something can hold; the ability to do something
    • synonym:volume, ability, power
    • example:The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 people, and she has the capacity to learn new languages quickly.
  23. prospect - n.
    • paraphrase:the possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring
    • synonym:possibility, chance, outlook
    • example:The prospect of finding a new job excited him, because he was looking forward to new challenges.
  24. formal - adj.
    • paraphrase:following strict rules or customs; requiring special clothes
    • synonym:official, ceremonial, proper
    • example:The wedding was a formal occasion, where everyone dressed in elegant attire.
  25. monetary - adj.
    • paraphrase:relating to money
    • synonym:financial, economic, fiscal
    • example:The government is considering new monetary policies to control inflation.
  26. acre - n.
    • paraphrase:a unit of land measurement
    • synonym:land unit
    • example:The farmer owned several acres of land where he grew corn and wheat.
  27. integrity - n.
    • paraphrase:the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles
    • synonym:honesty, uprightness, virtue
    • example:The company built its reputation on integrity, which earned the trust of its customers.
  28. dilute - v.
    • paraphrase:to make a liquid thinner by adding water or another solvent
    • synonym:thin, weaken, water down
    • example:You should dilute the concentrated juice with water before drinking it, unless you prefer it very strong.
  29. thereby - adv.
    • paraphrase:as a result of that
    • synonym:therefore, thus, as a result
    • example:She studied hard for the exam, thereby increasing her chances of passing.
  30. proceed - v.
    • paraphrase:to continue doing something; to go forward
    • synonym:continue, go on, advance
    • example:After a short break, the meeting will proceed with the next item on the agenda.
  31. distinction - n.
    • paraphrase:a clear difference between two similar things
    • synonym:difference, contrast, separation
    • example:There is a clear distinction between fact and opinion, although sometimes people confuse the two.
  32. overall - adj./adv.
    • paraphrase:(adj.) in general; (adv.) generally
    • synonym:general, whole, mainly
    • example:Overall, the project was a success, even though there were some minor problems along the way.
  33. resemble - v.
    • paraphrase:to look like someone or something else
    • synonym:look like, be similar to, take after
    • example:The new building resembles the old one in many ways, which makes it fit well with the surrounding architecture.
  34. compensate - v.
    • paraphrase:to give someone money or something else of value because they have suffered loss or damage
    • synonym:pay, repay, make up for
    • example:The company offered to compensate the customers for the inconvenience caused by the product recall.
  35. domestic - adj.
    • paraphrase:relating to the home or family; relating to a particular country
    • synonym:household, family, national
    • example:Domestic flights are usually cheaper than international ones, and she enjoys spending time on domestic chores like cooking.
  36. indispensable - adj.
    • paraphrase:absolutely necessary
    • synonym:essential, necessary, crucial
    • example:Water is indispensable for survival, whether you are in a hot desert or a cold climate.
  37. shaky - adj.
    • paraphrase:moving with quick, slight movements; not firm or safe
    • synonym:unsteady, trembling, insecure
    • example:The old bridge looked shaky, so they decided to take a longer but safer route.
  38. judicial - adj.
    • paraphrase:relating to courts of law or judges
    • synonym:legal, judiciary, court
    • example:The judicial system plays a crucial role in ensuring fairness and justice in society.
  39. exceptional - adj.
    • paraphrase:unusually good
    • synonym:outstanding, excellent, remarkable
    • example:Her performance was exceptional, which earned her a standing ovation from the audience.
  40. defy - v.
    • paraphrase:to refuse to obey a person, rule, or law; to successfully resist something difficult
    • synonym:disobey, resist, challenge
    • example:They decided to defy the new regulations because they believed they were unfair.
  41. contest - n./v.
    • paraphrase:(n.) an event in which people compete for a prize; (v.) to disagree with something and try to change it
    • synonym:competition, game, dispute
    • example:She won the singing contest, and the company decided to contest the court’s decision.
  42. intelligible - adj.
    • paraphrase:able to be understood
    • synonym:understandable, clear, comprehensible
    • example:His explanation was not very intelligible because he used too many technical terms.
  43. migrate - v.
    • paraphrase:to move from one place to another to live or work
    • synonym:move, relocate, emigrate
    • example:Many birds migrate south for the winter where the weather is warmer and food is more plentiful.
  44. so-called - adj.
    • paraphrase:used to show that you do not think the name or description given to someone or something is suitable
    • synonym:supposed, alleged, nominally
    • example:The so-called expert’s advice turned out to be completely wrong.
  45. fling - v.
    • paraphrase:to throw something with force
    • synonym:throw, hurl, toss
    • example:He flung the ball across the field, where his teammate was waiting to catch it.
  46. faithful - adj.
    • paraphrase:loyal and true
    • synonym:loyal, true, devoted
    • example:The dog was a faithful companion to the old man, and it followed him everywhere he went.
  47. implicit - adj.
    • paraphrase:suggested but not directly expressed
    • synonym:implied, understood, suggested
    • example:There was an implicit agreement between them that they would share the work equally.
  48. foresee - v.
    • paraphrase:to know or realize something will happen in the future
    • synonym:predict, expect, anticipate
    • example:Scientists can foresee some natural disasters, which allows them to warn people in advance.
  49. distinct - adj.
    • paraphrase:clearly different or separate
    • synonym:different, separate, clear
    • example:The twins have distinct personalities, although they look very much alike.
  50. cast - v./n.
    • paraphrase:(v.) to throw something; to choose actors for a play or film; (n.) the actors in a play or film
    • synonym:throw, hurl, group of actors
    • example:She cast a stone into the lake, and the director began to cast the actors for the new movie.

单词列表

feeling, thought, view
rule, govern, period
objection, complain, demonstrate
support, maintain, keep
cows, livestock
build, make, create
anger, annoyance, fury
live in, occupy, dwell in
desire, urge, attraction
keep, hold, maintain
financial, economic, budgetary
fragile, easily broken, fine
run away, escape, leave quickly
tart, sharp, acidic
movement, move, proposal
nobleman, warrior
damaging, harmful, ruinous
honorable, worthy, virtuous
amuse, please, delight
able, capable, skilled
suitable, appropriate, proper
volume, ability, power
possibility, chance, outlook
official, ceremonial, proper
financial, economic, fiscal
land unit
honesty, uprightness, virtue
thin, weaken, water down
therefore, thus, as a result
continue, go on, advance
difference, contrast, separation
general, whole, mainly
look like, be similar to, take after
pay, repay, make up for
household, family, national
essential, necessary, crucial
unsteady, trembling, insecure
legal, judiciary, court
outstanding, excellent, remarkable
disobey, resist, challenge
competition, game, dispute
understandable, clear, comprehensible
move, relocate, emigrate
supposed, alleged, nominally
throw, hurl, toss
loyal, true, devoted
implied, understood, suggested
predict, expect, anticipate
different, separate, clear
throw, hurl, group of actors