GRE 3 Flashcards
myopia
/ maɪˈəupɪə; maɪˋopɪə/ n [U]
(medical 医) short-sightedness 近视. (derog 贬) inability to look into the future 缺乏远见; 目光短浅: ministers charged with myopia 受指责缺乏远见的大臣.* myopic / maɪˈɔpɪk; maɪˋɑpɪk/ adj 1 (medical 医) short-sighted 近视的: myopic eyes, vision, etc 近视眼﹑ 近视. 2 (fig derog 比喻, 贬) showing inability to look ahead into the future 缺乏远见的; 目光短浅的: a myopic outlook, attitude, etc 缺乏远见的看法﹑ 态度等 * a government with myopic policies 缺乏深谋远虑的政府. myopically / -klɪ; -klɪ/ adv.
反义：clairvoyance
discharge 1
/ dɪsˈtʃɑːdʒ; dɪsˋtʃɑrdʒ/ v
[Tn] unload (a ship); unload (cargo) from a ship 从（船）上卸货; 将（货物）从船上卸下; 卸船. [I, Tn] give or send out (liquid, gas, electric current, etc) 放出（液体﹑ 气体﹑ 电流等）; 排放: The Nile discharges (ie flows) into the Mediterranean. 尼罗河流入地中海. * The sewers discharge (their contents) into the sea. 下水管道将污物排入大海. * Lightning is caused by clouds discharging electricity. 闪电是由云层放电产生的. * The wound is discharging (pus). 伤口正在流脓. [Tn] (a) fire (a gun etc) 开（枪炮等）: The rifle was discharged accidently. 步枪走火了. (b) launch (eg a flying weapon) 射出（如飞行武器）: arrows discharged at the enemy 射向敌人的箭. [Tn] give official permission for (sb) to leave, eg after he has carried out a duty 准许（某人）离开; 放行; 遣散; 释放: discharge a soldier, patient, etc 批准士兵退伍﹑ 准许病人出院 * The accused man was found not guilty and discharged. 被告男子被判无罪而获释. * The members of the jury were discharged. 陪审员都解散了. * a discharged bankrupt, ie sb who has been bankrupt, has done what the court requires, and has no further obligation to the court 解除债务的破产者（已执行法庭规定而无其他义务的破产者）. [Tn] (fml 文) (a) pay (a debt) 清偿（债务）. (b) perform (a duty) 执行（任务）; 尽（职）: She undertook to discharge all the responsibilities of a Minister. 她承担了做部长的所有责任.
discharge 2
/ ˈdɪstʃɑːdʒ; ˋdɪstʃɑrdʒ/ n [U] discharging or being discharged 卸货; 排放; 开火; 发射; 准许离开; 获准离开; 偿还; 行使: the discharge of cargo 卸货 * the discharge of water from the reservoir 水库的放水 * the accidental discharge of a rifle 步枪的走火 * After his discharge from the army, he went to Canada. 他退役後到加拿大去了. * money accepted in full discharge of a debt 所收到的全部债款 * the conscientious discharge of one’s duties 尽忠职守. [U, C] that which is discharged (discharge1 2) 排放出的物体: The wound hasn’t healed there’s still some/a discharge, ie it is still producing pus. 伤口没好, 还有些分泌物.
FOLLOWER, ADHERENT, DISCIPLE, PARTISAN
mean one who gives full loyalty and support to another. FOLLOWER may apply to people who attach themselves either to the person or beliefs of another an evangelist and his followers. ADHERENT suggests a close and persistent attachment adherents to Marxism. DISCIPLE implies a devoted allegiance to the teachings of one chosen as a master disciples of Gandhi. PARTISAN suggests a zealous often prejudiced attachment partisans of the President.
discipline
1 : PUNISHMENT the teacher’s cruel discipline 该教师施予的残酷处罚.2 obsolete : INSTRUCTION 3 : a field of study E：scientific disciplines 科学科目.4 : training that corrects, molds, or perfects the mental faculties or moral character
school discipline 学校的训练 * Strict discipline is imposed on army recruits. 新兵受到严格的训练. * monastic discipline 僧侣的修行.5 a : control gained by enforcing obedience or order b : orderly or prescribed conduct or pattern of behavior c : SELF-CONTROL 6 : a rule or system of rules governing conduct or activity E: The soldiers showed perfect discipline under fire. 士兵在枪林弹雨中严守军纪. * The children are happy at the school, but they lack discipline. 孩子们在学校里很快活, 但很散漫.–disciplinal -plə-nəl\ adjective
V.1 : to punish or penalize for the sake of discipline
The teacher disciplined the class by giving them extra homework. 那教师布置额外的家庭作业来处罚学生.2 : to train or develop by instruction and exercise especially in self-control 3 a : to bring (a group) under control discipline troops b : to impose order upon serious writers discipline and refine their writing styles synonyms see PUNISH, TEACH –discipliner noun
martinet
/ ˏmɑːtɪˈnet; US -tnˈet; ˏmɑrtnˋɛt/
1 : a strict disciplinarian 2 : a person who stresses a rigid adherence to the details of forms and methods
discography
1 : a descriptive list of recordings by category, composer, performer, or date of release 2 : the history of recorded music
hoe
/ həu; ho/
n long-handled tool with a blade, used for loosening the soil and removing weeds 耘锄.* hoe v (pres p hoeing, pt, pp hoed) (a) [Tn] loosen (ground) with a hoe 用耘锄整（地）: hoe the soil, the flower beds, etc 松土﹑ 平整花坛. (b) [Tn, Tn.p] ~ sth (up) remove (weeds) with a hoe 用锄除（草）. (c) [Tn] remove weeds from around (crops, plants, etc) with a hoe 用锄为（庄稼﹑ 花草等）除去周围的杂草: hoeing the lettuces 锄去生菜周围的杂草.
list:discography＝tool:hoe 唱片目录是一种列表＝锄头是一种工具”
discombobulate
ˌdis-kəm-‘bä-b(y)ə-ˌlāt
: UPSET, CONFUSE inventing cool new ways to discombobulate the old order ― Kurt Andersen –discombobulation -ˌbä-b(y)ə-‘lā-shən\ noun
DISCORD, STRIFE, CONFLICT, CONTENTION, DISSENSION, VARIANCE
mean a state or condition marked by a lack of agreement or harmony. DISCORD implies an intrinsic or essential lack of harmony producing quarreling, factiousness, or antagonism a political party long racked by discord. STRIFE emphasizes a struggle for superiority rather than the incongruity or incompatibility of the persons or things involved during his brief reign the empire was never free of civil strife. CONFLICT usually stresses the action of forces in opposition but in static applications implies an irreconcilability as of duties or desires the conflict of freedom and responsibility. CONTENTION applies to strife or competition that shows itself in quarreling, disputing, or controversy several points of contention about the new zoning law. DISSENSION implies strife or discord and stresses a division into factions religious dissension threatened to split the colony. VARIANCE implies a clash between persons or things owing to a difference in nature, opinion, or interest cultural variances that work against a national identity.
discount
n [U, C]
amount of money taken off the cost of sth 从某物的价格中扣去的数目; 折扣: We give (a) 10% discount for cash, ie for immediate payment. 现金付款, 我们予以九折优待.
(commerce 商) amount deducted for paying a bill of exchange 折息贴现. Cf 参看 rebate.
(idm 习语) at a discount (a) at a reduced price 打折扣; 减价. (b) (fig 比喻) not highly valued; unfashionable 不受重视的; 不时兴的: Concern for others seems to be at (something of) a discount today. 如今好像不兴关心别人了.
# discount house
1 (Brit commerce 商) establishment which deals in discounts (discount1 2) 贴现公司; 贴现银行.
2 (US) = discount shop.
discount shop (also discount store, discount warehouse) shop which regularly sells goods at less than the usual price 廉价商店. discount 2
/ dɪsˈkaunt; US ˈdɪskaunt; ˋdɪskaʊnt/ v [Tn]
regard (sth) as unimportant or untrue; ignore (sb/sth) 不重视, 不相信, 不理会（某人[某事物]）: You can discount what Jack said: he’s a dreadful liar. 杰克说的话你不必当真, 他可是个说谎大王.
(commerce 商) buy or sell (a bill of exchange) for less than it will be worth when due 将（票据）贴现.
discourse
/ ˈdɪskɔːs; ˋdɪskɔrs/ n
[C] (fml 文) lengthy and serious treatment of a subject in speech or writing 论文; 演讲.
[U] (linguistics 语言) continuous piece of spoken or written language （口头或书面的连贯的）语段, 话语: analyse the structure of discourse 分析语段结构 * [attrib 作定语] discourse analysis 话语分析.
> discourse / dɪˈskɔːs; dɪˋskɔrs/ v [Ipr] ~ on/upon sth (fml 文) talk, preach or lecture about sth (usu at length) （通常长篇大论地）论说﹑ 宣扬或讲授某事物: The speaker discoursed knowledgeably on a variety of subjects. 演讲者头头是道地论述了一系列问题.
discredit 1
/ dɪsˈkredɪt; dɪsˋkrɛdɪt/ v [Tn]
damage the good reputation of (sb/sth) 损害, 破坏, 败坏（某人[某事物]）的名声: The Government was discredited by the scandal. 政府因这桩丑闻而名声败坏.
cause (sb/sth) to be disbelieved 使（某人[某事物]）不可信, 受怀疑: His theories were discredited by scientists. 他的理论科学家很怀疑.
refuse to believe (sb/sth) 不相信（某人[某事物]）: There is no reason to discredit what she says. 没理由不信她说的话. discredit 2
/ dɪsˈkredɪt; dɪsˋkrɛdɪt/ n
[U] loss of reputation or respect; dishonour 名誉的丧失; 名声的败坏; 丢脸: Violent fans bring discredit on their teams. 粗野的球迷给他们的球队丢脸. * The police, to their discredit, arrived too late. 警察来得太晚了, 真丢人.
[sing] ~ to sb/sth person or thing that causes loss of respect to sb/sth 败坏名声的原因﹑ 人或事: He is a discredit to his family. 他是他们家的耻辱.
[U] disbelief; doubt 不信; 怀疑: The findings of the report threw discredit on the protesters’ claims. 报告中展示的调查结果使抗议者的要求遭到了怀疑.
> discreditable / -əbl; -əbl/ adj causing a loss of reputation; dishonourable 败坏名声的; 不名誉的; 丢脸的: discreditable conduct, methods, tactics, etc 不名誉的行为﹑ 方法﹑ 伎俩等. discreditably / -əblɪ; -əblɪ/ adv.
discrepant
: being at variance : DISAGREEING
discrete
1 : constituting a separate entity : individually distinct several discrete sections 2 a : consisting of distinct or unconnected elements : NONCONTINUOUS b : taking on or having a finite or countably infinite number of values discrete probabilities a discrete random variable
DISTINCT, SEPARATE, DISCRETE
mean not being each and every one the same. DISTINCT indicates that something is distinguished by the mind or eye as being apart or different from others two distinct versions. SEPARATE often stresses lack of connection or a difference in identity between two things separate rooms. DISCRETE strongly emphasizes individuality and lack of connection broke the job down into discrete stages.
EVIDENT, MANIFEST, PATENT, DISTINCT, OBVIOUS, APPARENT, PLAIN, CLEAR
mean readily perceived or apprehended. EVIDENT implies presence of visible signs that lead one to a definite conclusion an evident fondness for sweets. MANIFEST implies an external display so evident that little or no inference is required manifest hostility. PATENT applies to a cause, effect, or significant feature that is clear and unmistakable once attention has been directed to it patent defects. DISTINCT implies such sharpness of outline or definition that no unusual effort to see or hear or comprehend is required a distinct refusal. OBVIOUS implies such ease in discovering that it often suggests conspicuousness or little need for perspicacity in the observer the obvious solution. APPARENT is very close to EVIDENT except that it may imply more conscious exercise of inference for no apparent reason. PLAIN suggests lack of intricacy, complexity, or elaboration her feelings about him are plain. CLEAR implies an absence of anything that confuses the mind or obscures the pattern a clear explanation.
discreet
/ dɪˈskriːt; dɪˋskrit/ adj
1 : having or showing discernment or good judgment in conduct and especially in speech : PRUDENT especially : capable of preserving prudent silence 2 : UNPRETENTIOUS, MODEST the warmth and discreet elegance of a civilized home ― Joseph Wechsberg 3 : UNOBTRUSIVE, UNNOTICEABLE followed at a discreet distance a discreet perfume, ie one that is not too obvious 香气清淡的香水.–dis·creet·ly adverb –dis·creet·ness noun
discretion
1 : the quality of being discreet : CIRCUMSPECTION especially : cautious reserve in speech
to act with discretion 谨慎行事 * This is a secret, but I know I can count on your discretion, ie be sure you won’t tell anyone. 这可是个秘密, 不过我知道你嘴稳（肯定不会告诉别人）.2 : ability to make responsible decisions 3 a : individual choice or judgment left the decision to his discretion b : power of free decision or latitude of choice within certain legal bounds reached the age of discretion 4 : the result of separating or distinguishing
the age/years of discretion maturity; age when one is considered able to judge and decide for oneself 成年; 解事年龄; 责任年龄. at sb’s discretion on the basis of sb’s judgement 依据某人的见解: A supplementary grant may be awarded at the discretion of the committee. 委员会可能酌情追加一笔补助金. discretion is the better part of valour (saying usu joc 谚, 通常作戏谑语) there is no point in taking unnecessary risks 不知进退非真勇（不必作无谓的冒险）.
discretionary
1 : left to discretion : exercised at one’s own discretion
discretionary payments to old people 酌情发放给老年人的补助金.2 : available for discretionary use discretionary purchasing power discretionary powers, measures, etc 可便宜施行的权力﹑ 机动措施. *
discursive
/ dɪˈskɜːsɪv; dɪˋskəsɪv/ adj
(of the way a person speaks or writes) wandering from one point to another （指口头或书面的表达方式）东拉西扯的, 不着边际的: a rather discursive account of the events 对那些事件东拉西扯的描述. > discursively adv. discursiveness n [U].
disengage
/ ˏdɪsɪnˈgeɪdʒ; ˏdɪsɪnˋɡedʒ/ v
[Tn, Tn.pr] ~ sth/sb (from sth/sb) (fml 文) free or disconnect sth/sb from sth/sb that holds it/him firmly 放开; 挣脱开; 摆脱开: Disengage the clutch (ie from the gear mechanism) before changing gear. 先松开离合器再换挡. * (joc 谑) He managed to disengage himself from Martha’s embrace. 他使劲儿挣脱了玛莎的拥抱.
[I, Ipr, Tn, Tn.pr] ~ (sb/sth) (from sth) (military 军) (cause sb/sth to) stop fighting and withdraw （使某人[某物]）脱离接触, 中止战斗: The fighter planes quickly disengaged (from the combat). 歼击机很快（从战斗中）撤出了. * We must disengage our troops (from the conflict).我们必须把部队（从战斗中）撤出.
> disengaged adj [usu pred 通常作表语] (fml 文) (of a person) free from social or professional obligations （指人）没有社会或职业负担, 无牵无挂.
engage
ransitive verb 1 : to offer (as one’s word) as security for a debt or cause 2 a obsolete : to entangle or entrap in or as if in a snare or bog b : to attract and hold by influence or power c : to interlock with : MESH also : to cause (mechanical parts) to mesh engage the clutch 3 : to bind (as oneself) to do something especially : to bind by a pledge to marry
She’s engaged to Peter. 她与彼得订了婚. * They’re engaged (to be married), ie to each other. 他们俩订婚了. * We’ve just got engaged. 我们刚刚订婚. * [attrib 作定语] an engaged couple. 已订婚的双方.4 a : to provide occupation for : INVOLVE * engage him in a new project* b : to arrange to obtain the use or services of : HIRE engage a lawyer 5 a : to hold the attention of : ENGROSS her work engages her completely b : to induce to participate engaged the shy boy in conversation 6 a : to enter into contest or battle with engage the enemy b : to bring together or interlock (weapons) 7 : to deal with especially at length intransitive verb 1 a : to pledge oneself : PROMISE b : GUARANTEE he engages for the honesty of his brother 2 a : to begin and carry on an enterprise or activity engaged in trade for a number of years b : to take part : PARTICIPATE at college she engaged in gymnastics c : to give attention to something : DEAL the author’s unwillingness to engage with our political system ― C. E. Rosenberg 3 : to enter into conflict or battle 4 : to come together and interlock (as of machinery parts) : be or become in gear
The two cog-wheels engaged and the machine started. 那两个齿轮一啮合, 机器就启动了. * One cog-wheel engages with another. 一齿轮与另一齿轮啮合.
engaging adj likely to attract or occupy the attention; charming 吸引注意力的; 迷人的: an engaging smile, manner, person 迷人的微笑﹑ 姿态﹑ 人. engagingly adv.
disfigure v.
1 : to impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries a face disfigured by smallpox 2 obsolete : DISGUISE –disfigurement -mənt\ noun
the planners responsible for the disfigurement of the countryside 使乡村景色遭到破坏的规划者.
disgorge
/ dɪsˈgɔːdʒ; dɪsˋɡɔrdʒ/ v
transitive verb 1 a : to discharge by the throat and mouth : VOMIT b : to discharge or let go of rapidly or forcefully the train disgorged its passengers c : to give up on request or under pressure refused to disgorge his ill-gotten gains 2 : to discharge the contents of (as the stomach) intransitive verb : to discharge contents where the river disgorges into the sea
disgruntle
: to make ill-humored or discontented ― usually used as a participial adjective
gusto
/ ˈgʌstəu; ˋɡʌsto/ n [U]
(infml 口) enthusiastic vigour in doing sth 做某事的兴致; 热忱: singing the choruses with great gusto 兴致勃勃地合唱
disinfect
/ ˏdɪsɪnˈfekt; ˏdɪsɪnˋfɛkt/
v [Tn] clean (sth) by destroying germs that cause disease 为（某物）杀菌或消毒: disinfect a wound, a surgical instrument, a hospital ward 为伤口﹑ 外科手术器械﹑ 医院病房消毒.* disinfectant / ˏdɪsɪnˈfektənt; ˏdɪsɪnˋfɛktənt/ n [U, C] substance that disinfects 杀菌剂; 消毒剂: [attrib 作定语] disinfectant liquid, cream, soap, etc 消毒用的溶液﹑ 乳膏﹑ 肥皂等.disinfection / ˏdɪsɪnˈfekʃn; ˏdɪsɪnˋfɛkʃən/ n [U].
disinter
/ ˏdɪsɪnˈtɜː(r); ˏdɪsɪnˋtə/ v (-rr-) [Tn]
[Tn] (fml 文) dig up (sth buried) 挖出（被埋的某物）: The court granted him permission to disinter the body. 法院批准他掘出屍体. * (fig 比喻) disinter an old scandal 将从前的一桩丑事儿抖出来. > disinterment n [U, C].
dislocate
/ ˈdɪsləkeɪt; US ˈdɪsləukeɪt; ˋdɪsloˏket/ v [Tn]
1 : to put out of place specifically : to displace (a bone) from normal connections with another bone 2 : to force a change in the usual status, relationship, or order of : DISRUPT
dislodge
/ dɪsˈlɔdʒ; dɪsˋlɑdʒ/ v [Tn, Tn.pr]
~ sb/sth (from sth) move or force sb/sth from a previously fixed position 将某人[某物]逐出或移开; 移去; 取出: The wind dislodged some tiles (from the roof). 风把瓦（从屋顶上）刮了下来. * There’s something between my teeth and I can’t dislodge it. 我牙缝里塞了点东西, 就是弄不出来. * (fig 比喻) She became champion in 1982 and no one has been able to dislodge her. 她於1982年获得冠军, 至今还没有人能把她从宝座上拉下来. > dislodgement n [U].
dismal
/ ˈdɪzməl; ˋdɪzml/ adj
1 obsolete : DISASTROUS, DREADFUL
2 : showing or causing gloom or depression
3 : lacking merit : particularly bad <a>
–dis·mal·ly -mə-lē\ adverb
–dis·mal·ness noun
synonyms DISMAL, DREARY, BLEAK, GLOOMY, CHEERLESS, DESOLATE mean devoid of cheer or comfort. DISMAL indicates extreme and utterly depressing gloominess . DREARY often interchangeable with dismal, emphasizes discouragement resulting from sustained dullness or futility <a>. BLEAK suggests chill, dull, and barren characteristics that utterly dishearten . GLOOMY often suggests lack of hope or promise . CHEERLESS stresses absence of anything cheering <a>. DESOLATE adds an element of utter remoteness or lack of human contact to any already disheartening aspect <a>.</a></a></a></a>
dismantle
/ dɪsˈmæntl; dɪsˋmæntl/ v [Tn]
1 : to take to pieces also : to destroy the integrity or functioning of
We should dismantle our inefficient tax system. 我们这个效益很差的税收制度应该废除.
2 : to strip of dress or covering : DIVEST 3 : to strip of furniture and equipment
dismantle an exhibition, a theatrical set, etc 把所有展品﹑ 戏剧布景等拆除–dismantlement -‘man-təl-mənt\ noun
DISMAY, APPALL, HORRIFY, DAUNT
DISMAY, APPALL, HORRIFY, DAUNT mean to unnerve or deter by arousing fear, apprehension, or aversion. DISMAY implies that one is disconcerted and at a loss as to how to deal with something dismayed at the size of the job. APPALL implies that one is faced with that which perturbs, confounds, or shocks I am appalled by your behavior. HORRIFY stresses a reaction of horror or revulsion was horrified by such wanton cruelty. DAUNT suggests a cowing, disheartening, or frightening in a venture requiring courage a cliff that would daunt the most intrepid climber.
disparate
1 : containing or made up of fundamentally different and often incongruous elements
The five experiments gave quite disparate results. 这五次试验所获得的结果迥然不同.2 : markedly distinct in quality or character synonyms see DIFFERENT –disparately adverb –disparateness noun –disparity \di-‘sper-ə-tē, -‘spa-rə-\ noun
DIFFERENT, DIVERSE, DIVERGENT, DISPARATE, VARIOUS
DIFFERENT, DIVERSE, DIVERGENT, DISPARATE, VARIOUS mean unlike in kind or character. DIFFERENT may imply little more than separateness but it may also imply contrast or contrariness different foods. DIVERSE implies both distinctness and marked contrast such diverse interests as dancing and football. DIVERGENT implies movement away from each other and unlikelihood of ultimate meeting or reconciliation went on to pursue divergent careers. DISPARATE emphasizes incongruity or incompatibility disparate notions of freedom. VARIOUS stresses the number of sorts or kinds tried various methods.
dispatch
transitive verb 1 : to send off or away with promptness or speed especially : to send off on official business
dispatch a letter, telegram, message, etc 发信﹑ 电报﹑ 消息等 * American warships have been dispatched to the area. 美国军舰已派往该地区.2 a : to kill with quick efficiency b obsolete : DEPRIVE
A vet dispatched the injured horse. 兽医把那匹受伤的马杀死了.
3 : to dispose of (as a task) rapidly or efficiently
The chairman dispatched the meeting in 20 minutes. 主席仅用20分钟就结束了会议.4 : DEFEAT 3 intransitive verb archaic : to make haste : HURRY
dispensable
: capable of being dispensed with
A garage is useful but dispensable. 汽车房虽然有用, 但不必要–dispensability -ˌspen(t)-sə-‘bi-lə-tē\ noun
dispense
1 : to set aside : DISCARD dispensing with the usual introduction 2 : to do without could dispense with such a large staff
dispose
transitive verb 1 : to give a tendency to : INCLINE faulty diet disposes one to sickness 2 a : to put in place : set in readiness : ARRANGE disposing troops for withdrawal b obsolete : REGULATE c : BESTOW intransitive verb 1 : to settle a matter finally 2 obsolete : to come to terms
disposition
1 : the act or the power of disposing or the state of being disposed: as a : ADMINISTRATION, CONTROL b : final arrangement : SETTLEMENT the disposition of the case c (1) : transfer to the care or possession of another (2) : the power of such transferal d : orderly arrangement 2 a : prevailing tendency, mood, or inclination ex：a calm, irritable, cheerful, boastful, etc disposition 沉静﹑ 易怒﹑ 开朗﹑ 自负等的性格. b : temperamental makeup c : the tendency of something to act in a certain manner under given circumstances –dispositional -‘zish-nəl, -‘zi-shə-nəl\ adjective synonyms DISPOSITION, TEMPERAMENT, TEMPER, CHARACTER, PERSONALITY mean the dominant quality or qualities distinguishing a person or group. DISPOSITION implies customary moods and attitude toward the life around one a cheerful disposition. TEMPERAMENT implies a pattern of innate characteristics associated with one’s specific physical and nervous organization an artistic temperament. TEMPER implies the qualities acquired through experience that determine how a person or group meets difficulties or handles situations a resilient temper. CHARACTER applies to the aggregate of moral qualities by which a person is judged apart from intelligence, competence, or special talents strength of character. PERSONALITY applies to an aggregate of qualities that distinguish one as a person a somber personality.
disrupt
/ dɪsˈrʌpt; dɪsˋrʌpt/ v
1 a : to break apart : RUPTURE b : to throw into disorder agitators trying to disrupt the meeting 2 : to interrupt the normal course or unity of
dissect
transitive verb 1 : to separate into pieces : expose the several parts of (as an animal) for scientific examination 2 : to analyze and interpret minutely dissect a problem intransitive verb : to make a dissection
dissemble
ransitive verb 1 : to hide under a false appearance
dissemble one’s intentions, meaning, motives, etc 掩盖自己的意图﹑ 意思﹑ 动机等.2 : to put on the appearance of : SIMULATE intransitive verb : to put on a false appearance : conceal facts, intentions, or feelings under some pretense –dissembler -b(ə-)lər\ noun
dissemble:information＝masquerade:feeling 隐藏信息＝伪装感情ingenuous:dissemble＝raffish:preen＝polite:snub坦白的不会假装＝艳俗的不会打扮＝客气的不会冷落
masquerade
/ ˏmɑːskəˈreɪd; US ˏmæsk-; ˏmæskəˋred/ n
false show; pretence 假装; 伪装: Her sorrow is just a masquerade. 她难过的样子纯粹是假装的.
formal dance at which masks and other disguises are worn 化装舞会.
> masquerade v [I, Ipr] ~ (as sth) pretend to be sth one is not; disguise oneself as sth or sb else 伪装为某事物; 乔装为某物或某人: masquerade as a policeman 假扮成警察 * The prince masqueraded as a peasant. 那王子乔装为农夫. masquerader n.
disseminate
/ dɪˈsemɪneɪt; dɪˋsɛməˏnet/ v
1 : to spread abroad as though sowing seed disseminate ideas They use the press to disseminate right-wing views. 他们利用报刊来传播右翼观点.2 : to disperse throughout –dissemination -ˌse-mə-‘nā-shən\ noun –disseminator -‘se-mə-ˌnā-tər\ noun
dissent
1 : to withhold assent 2 : to differ in opinion
wish to dissent (from the motion). 我不同意（该动议）. Those who dissented from Anglican teachings could be heavily fined. 反对英国国教教义的人在过去可判巨额罚款.
dissident n. / ˈdɪsɪdənt; ˋdɪsədənt/
: disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief –dissident noun
dissimilate
: to undergo dissimilation
dissimulate
ransitive verb : to hide under a false appearance smiled to dissimulate her urgency ― Alice Glenday intransitive verb : DISSEMBLE –dissimulation (ˌ)di-ˌsim-yə-‘lā-shən\ noun –dissimulator (‘)di-‘sim-yə-ˌlā-tər\ noun
dissipate
transitive verb 1 a : to break up and drive off (as a crowd) b : to cause to spread thin or scatter and gradually vanish *one's sympathy is eventually dissipated ― Andrew Feinberg* c : to lose (as heat or electricity) irrecoverably 2 : to spend or use up wastefully or foolishly *dissipated the family fortune in reckless business ventures* intransitive verb 1 : to break up and scatter or vanish *the clouds soon dissipated* *the team's early momentum has dissipated* 2 : to be extravagant or dissolute in the pursuit of pleasure especially : to drink to excess synonyms see SCATTER –dissipater noun dissipated adj (derog 贬) given to foolish and harmful pleasures 放荡的; 浪荡的: lead a thoroughly dissipated life 过极为放荡的生活.dissipation / ˏdɪsɪˈpeɪʃn; ˏdɪsəˋpeʃən/ n [U] 1 dissipating or being dissipated 驱散; 消散; 浪费. 2 dissipated living 放荡的生活: Years of dissipation had ruined his health. 多年的放荡生活毁掉了他的健康.
dissolute
/ ˈdɪsəluːt; ˋdɪsəˏlut/
: lacking restraint especially : marked by indulgence in things (as drink or promiscuous sex) deemed vices
dissuade
/ dɪˈsweɪd; dɪˋswed/ v
[Tn, Tn.pr] ~ sb (from sth/doing sth) (try to) stop sb by advice or persuasion （企图）劝阻某人: The police managed to dissuade him from jumping off the building. 警方已设法劝他不要从大楼上跳下来.
> dissuasion / dɪˈsweɪʒn; dɪˋsweʒən/ n [U].
dissuasive / dɪˈsweɪsɪv; dɪˋswesɪv/ adj dissuading 劝阻的.
distend
/ dɪˈstend; dɪˋstɛnd/
v [I, Tn] (fml 文) (cause sth to) swell by means of pressure from inside （使某物）膨胀: a distended intestine, stomach, vein, etc 膨胀的肠﹑ 胃﹑ 静脉等.
> distension (US distention) / dɪˈstenʃn; dɪˋstɛnʃən/n [U] swelling or being swollen 膨胀; 胀大.
distill
ransitive verb 1 : to let fall, exude, or precipitate in drops or in a wet mist 2 a : to subject to or transform by distillation distill molasses into rum b : to obtain by or as if by distillation distill whiskey able to distill humor from personal loss c : to extract the essence of : CONCENTRATE intransitive verb 1 a : to fall or materialize in drops or in a fine moisture b : to appear slowly or in small quantities at a time 2 a : to undergo distillation b : to perform distillation
distraught
/ dɪˈstrɔːt; dɪˋstrɔt/ adj
1 : agitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
2 : mentally deranged : CRAZED
ditty
/ ˈdɪtɪ; ˋdɪtɪ/
: an especially simple and unaffected song
diurnal
/ daɪˈɜːnl; daɪˋənl/ adj
(biology 生) of the daytime; not noc`turnal 白天的; 白昼的: Unlike most other bats, this species is diurnal. 这种蝙蝠与大多数蝙蝠不同, 是在日间活动的. (astronomy 天) occupying one day 周日的: the diurnal movement of the planets 行星的周日运行. * diurnally adv.
nocturnal
/ nɔkˈtɜːnl; nɑkˋtənl/ adj of or in the night; done or happening in the night 夜间的; 在夜间的; 在夜间做的; 在夜间发生的: a nocturnal visit, trip, etc 夜访﹑ 夜行. (of creatures) active during the night （指生物）夜间活动的: nocturnal birds, eg owls 夜间活动的鸟（如猫头鹰）. * nocturnally adv.
diva
/ˈdiːvə/ n [C]
1 a : PRIMA DONNA 1 b : PRIMA DONNA 2
2 : a usually glamorous and successful female performer or personality <a> especially : a popular female singer</a>
divest
/ daɪˈvest; daɪˋvɛst/
1 a : to deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title
ex: The disgraced official was divested of all authority. 该失势官员失去了一切权力.
b : to undress or strip especially of clothing, ornament, or equipment
ex: divest a queen of her robes 为女王脱去王袍.
c : RID, FREE He could not divest himself of the suspicion that his wife was being unfaithful. 他无法消除自己的疑心, 总觉得妻子不忠.2 : to take away from a person –divestment -‘ves(t)-mənt\ noun
divulge
/ daɪˈvʌldʒ; dəˋvʌldʒ/ v
1 archaic : to make public : PROCLAIM 2 : to make known (as a confidence or secret)
divulge a confidential report, sb’s identity, one’s age 泄露机密﹑ 某人的身分﹑ 自己的年龄 * I cannot divulge how much it cost. 我不能把价钱泄露出来.synonyms see REVEAL –divulgence -‘vəl-jən(t)s\ noun
docile
/ ˈdəusaɪl; US ˈdɔsl; ˋdɑsl/ adj
(of a person or an animal) easy to control （指人或动物）容易控制的, 驯服的: a docile child, dog, personality 温顺的孩子﹑ 狗﹑ 个性. > docilely / -saɪllɪ; US -səlɪ; -slɪ/ adv. docility/ dəuˈsɪlətɪ; doˋsɪlətɪ/ n [U].
dodder
/ ˈdɔdə(r); ˋdɑdɚ/ v
[I, Ipr, Ip] (infml 口) move or act in a shaky unsteady way, because of old age or weakness （因年老或体弱）步履不稳, 摇摇晃晃: He doddered down the street. 他踉踉跄跄沿街走去. * dodder along, about, around, etc 颤颤悠悠地四处走动.
> dodderer / ˈdɔdərə(r); ˋdɑdərɚ/ n
(infml 口) person who dodders 蹒跚而行的人.
(derog 贬) old person 老人.
doddering / ˈdɔdərɪŋ; ˋdɑdərɪŋ/ (also doddery/ ˈdɔdərɪ; ˋdɑdərɪ/) adjs weak and uncertain in movement 行动无力而不稳的.
doff
1 a : to remove (an article of wear) from the body b : to take off (the hat) in greeting or as a sign of respect 2 : to rid oneself of : put aside –doff one’s hat to or doff one’s cap to : to show respect to : SALUTE
don 2
/ dɔn; dɑn/ v (-nn-) [Tn] (fml 文) put on (clothes, etc) 穿上, 披上, 戴上（衣物等）: (fig 比喻) He quickly donned a welcoming smile as his guests arrived. 客人一到, 他立刻笑脸相迎.
doggerel
/ ˈdɔgərəl; US ˈdɔːgərəl; ˋdɔɡərəl/ n [U]
: loosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect also : marked by triviality or inferiority
doldrums
/ ˈdɔldrəmz; ˋdɑldrəmz/ n
1 : a spell of listlessness or despondency 2 often capitalized : a part of the ocean near the equator abounding in calms, squalls, and light shifting winds 3 : a state or period of inactivity, stagnation, or slump
in the doldrums (a) feeling depressed; in low spirits 精神不振; 意志消沉; 无精打彩: He’s been in the doldrums ever since she left him. 自从她离开他以来, 他一直很消沉. (b) not active or making progress 不活跃; 无进展: Despite these measures, the economy remains in the doldrums. 尽管采取了这些措施, 经济状况仍然毫无起色.
doleful
1 : causing grief or affliction a doleful loss 2 : full of grief : CHEERLESS a doleful face 3 : expressing grief : SAD a doleful melody –dolefully -fə-lē\ adverb –dolefulness noun
dolorous
/ ˈdɔlərəs; US ˈdəulərəs; ˋdolərəs/ adj
: causing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
–do·lor·ous·ly adverb
–do·lor·ous·ness noun
domicile
/ ˈdɔmɪsɑɪl; ˋdɑməsl/ n
1 : a dwelling place : place of residence : HOME
2 a : a person’s fixed, permanent, and principal home for legal purposes b : RESIDENCE 2B
doodle
/ ˈduːdl; ˋdudl/ v [I, Ipr]
make meaningless drawings, scribbles etc, while one is or should be thinking about sth else （当精神不集中於某事时）胡写, 乱画: Stop doodling on my notebook! 别在我的笔记本上乱画! > doodle n: a page covered in doodles 胡写乱画的一页.
dormant
/ ˈdɔːmənt; ˋdɔrmənt/ adj
1 : represented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws 2 : marked by a suspension of activity: as a : temporarily devoid of external activity a dormant volcano b : temporarily in abeyance yet capable of being activated 3 a : ASLEEP, INACTIVE b : having the faculties suspended : SLUGGISH c : having biological activity suspended: as (1) : being in a state of suspended animation (2) : not actively growing but protected (as by bud scales) from the environment ― used of plant parts 4 : associated with, carried out, or applied during a period of dormancy dormant grafting
dote
1 : to exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one’s dotage 2 : to be lavish or excessive in one’s attention, fondness, or affection ― usually used with on doted on her only grandchild –doter noun –dotingly 'dō-tiŋ-lē\ adverb
dour
/ duə(r); dur/ adj
1 : STERN, HARSH
2 : OBSTINATE, UNYIELDING
3 : GLOOMY, SULLEN
douse
(also dowse) / daus; daʊs/ v
transitive verb 1 : to plunge into water 2 a : to throw a liquid on : DRENCH b : SLOSH
As a joke, they doused him with a bucket of water. 他们开玩笑, 把一桶水泼到他身上了.3 : EXTINGUISH douse the lights intransitive verb : to fall or become plunged into water –douser also dowser noun
doyen
/ ˈdɔɪən; ˋdɔɪən/
fem 阴性作 doyenne / dɔɪˈen; dɔɪˋɛn/) n senior member of a group, profession, etc （团体﹑ 职业等的）资深者, 老前辈, 元老: She founded the club and is now our doyenne. 她创建了这个俱乐部, 现在是我们的元老. * the doyen of the French Department 法语系的老前辈.
drawl
/ drɔːl; drɔl
intransitive verb : to speak slowly with vowels greatly prolonged transitive verb : to utter in a slow lengthened tone
dreg
1 : sediment contained in a liquid or precipitated from it : LEES ― usually used in plural 2 : the most undesirable part ― usually used in plural the dregs of society 3 : the last remaining part : VESTIGE ― usually used in plural the last dregs of fuel
drink/drain sth to the dregs drink all of sth 喝乾; 喝光.–dreggy 'dre-gē\ adjective
drivel
/ ˈdrɪvl; ˋdrɪvl/ n [U]
1 : to let saliva dribble from the mouth : SLAVER 2 : to talk stupidly and carelessly –driveler -v(ə-)lər\ noun
dribble
/ ˈdrɪbl; ˋdrɪbl/ v
[I, Ipr] allow saliva to run from the mouth 流口水; 流口涎: The baby’s just dribbled down my tie. 孩子刚才淌口水弄湿了我的领带. [I, Ipr, Ip, Tn, Tn.pr] (cause a liquid to) fall in drops or a thin stream （使液体）滴下或作细流: water dribbling out (of a tap) （从水龙头）滴下来的水 * Dribble the oil into the beaten egg yolks. 往打匀的蛋黄里一滴滴加油. [I, Ipr, Tn, Tn.pr] (in football, hockey, etc) move (the ball) forward with repeated slight touches （足球﹑ 曲棍球等中）运球, 带球: He dribbled (the ball) past the goalie to score. 他带球越过守门员射门得分.* dribble n (usu sing 通常作单数) 1 trickle 涓滴; 细滴: a thin dribble of oil 细线般滴下的油. 2 act of dribbling a ball 运球; 带球. 3 very small amount of a liquid 少量（液体）: There’s only a dribble of coffee left, I’m afraid. 看来只剩下一点点咖啡了.
droll
/ drəul; drol/ adj
: having a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality his dignified presence decorated our droll little quarters ― Gwendolyn Brooks –drollness noun –drolly 'drō(l)-lē\ adverb
dross
/ drɔs; US drɔːs; drɔs/ n [U]
1 : the scum that forms on the surface of molten metal 2 : waste or foreign matter : IMPURITY 3 : something that is base, trivial, or inferior –drossy 'drä-sē, ‘drȯ-\ adjective
scum
/ skʌm; skʌm/ n
[U] layer of froth on the surface of a boiling liquid; layer of dirt on a pond or other area of still water （煮沸的液体表面的）泡沫; （池塘或其他静止水面上的）浮垢, 浮渣.
[pl v] (fig derog 比喻, 贬) people considered to be bad or contemptible 一群坏人或卑贱的人: You scum! 你们这群坏蛋! * She treats smokers like the scum of the earth, ie as the worst people there are. 她把吸烟的人都当作败类. * I wouldn’t have anything to do with those scum. 我才不跟那些无耻之徒来往呢.
> scummy adj (-ier, -iest) of, like or containing scum(1) （似）泡沫或浮渣的; 含有泡沫或浮渣的.
drove 2
/ drəuv; drov/ n
1 : a group of animals driven or moving in a body 2 : a large number : CROWD ― usually used in plural especially with in tourists arriving in droves stayed away in droves droves of sightseers 一群群的游客 * Letters of protest arrived in droves. 抗议信大批涌来.
dubious
/ ˈdjuːbɪəs; US ˈduː-; ˋdubɪəs/ adj
1 : giving rise to uncertainty: as a : of doubtful promise or outcome a dubious plan b : questionable or suspect as to true nature or quality the practice is of dubious legality 2 : unsettled in opinion : DOUBTFUL I was dubious about the plan
duct
/ dʌkt; dʌkt/ n
duct
1 : a bodily tube or vessel especially when carrying the secretion of a gland 2 a : a pipe, tube, or channel that conveys a substance b : a pipe or tubular runway for carrying an electric power line, telephone cables, or other conductors 3 : a tube or elongated cavity (as a xylem vessel) in plant tissue 4 : a layer (as in the atmosphere or the ocean) which occurs under usually abnormal conditions and in which radio or sound waves are confined to a restricted path –ductal 'dək-təl\ adjective –ductless 'dək(t)-ləs\ adjective
dummy
/ ˈdʌmɪ; ˋdʌmɪ/ n
[C] model of the human figure, used for displaying or fitting clothes, etc （用於展示或试穿服装等的）人体模型: a tailor’s dummy 服装店的人体模型.
[C] thing that appears to be real but is only an imitation 仿制品: The bottles of whisky on display are all dummies. 陈列的威士忌酒都是假的.
[C] (esp Brit) (US comforter, pacifier) rubber teat, not attached to a bottle, for a baby to suck （不装在瓶子上的）橡皮奶头.
[sing] (a) (in card-games, esp bridge) player whose cards are placed facing upwards on the table and played by his partner （纸牌游戏, 尤指桥牌）明手, 梦家（将牌摊出者）. (b) these cards 明手﹑ 梦家摊出之牌: She played a jack from dummy. 她从明手摊出的牌中打出一张J.
[C] (US infml 口) stupid person 笨蛋; 蠢货.
# ,dummy `run trial or practice attack, performance, etc 攻击﹑ 表演等的试验或演习.
dupe
/ djuːp; US duːp; dup/ v
~ sb (into doing sth) deceive or trick sb (into doing sth) 欺骗或哄骗某人（做某事）.
duress
/ djuˈres; US duˈres; ˋdʊrɛs/
1 : forcible restraint or restriction 2 : compulsion by threat specifically : unlawful constraint
sign a confession under duress 受威逼在供状上签字
dynamo
1 : GENERATOR 3
2 : a forceful energetic individual
emollient:soothe＝dynamo:generate 缓和剂缓和＝发电机发电”
dyslexia
/ dɪsˈleksɪə; dɪsˋlɛksɪə/ n [U]
: a variable often familial learning disability involving difficulties in acquiring and processing language that is typically manifested by a lack of proficiency in reading, spelling, and writing
–dyslexic -sik\ adjective or noun
dyspepsia
1 : INDIGESTION 2 : ill humor : DISGRUNTLEMENT
–dyspeptic -‘pep-tik\ adjective or noun
–dyspeptically -ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
earnest
1 : a serious and intent mental state a proposal made in earnest
2 : a considerable or impressive degree or amount the sap started running in earnest
earshot
: the range within which one may hear a person’s unaided voice waited until he was out of earshot
LOUD, STENTORIAN, EARSPLITTING, RAUCOUS, STRIDENT
mean marked by intensity or volume of sound. LOUD applies to any volume above normal and may suggest undue vehemence or obtrusiveness loud shouts of protest. STENTORIAN implies great power and range an actor with a stentorian voice. EARSPLITTING implies loudness that is physically discomforting the earsplitting sound of a siren. RAUCOUS implies a loud harsh grating tone, especially of voice, and may suggest rowdiness the raucous shouts of drunken revelers. STRIDENT implies a rasping discordant but insistent quality, especially of voice the strident voices of hecklers.
earthly
/ ˈɜːθlɪ; ˋəθlɪ/ adj
1 a : characteristic of or belonging to this earth b : relating to the human race’s actual life on this earth 2 : POSSIBLE there is no earthly reason for such behavior
EARTHLY, WORLDLY, MUNDANE mean belonging to or characteristic of the earth. EARTHLY often implies a contrast with what is heavenly or spiritual abandoned earthly concerns and entered a convent. WORLDLY and MUNDANE both imply a relation to the immediate concerns and activities of human beings, WORLDLY suggesting tangible personal gain or gratification worldly goods and MUNDANE suggesting reference to the immediate and practical a mundane discussion of finances.
easel
/ ˈiːzl; ˋizl/ n
wooden frame for holding a blackboard or a picture (while it is being painted) 黑板架; 画架.
ABATE, SUBSIDE, WANE, EBB
mean to die down in force or intensity. ABATE stresses the idea of progressive diminishing the storm abated. SUBSIDE implies the ceasing of turbulence or agitation the protests subsided after a few days. WANE suggests the fading or weakening of something good or impressive waning enthusiasm. EBB suggests the receding of something (as the tide) that commonly comes and goes the ebbing of daylight. synonym see in addition DECREASE
ebullient
/ ɪˈbʌlɪənt, also ɪˈbulɪənt; ɪˋbʌljənt/ adj
1 : BOILING, AGITATED 2 : characterized by ebullience : having or showing liveliness and enthusiasm ebullient performers
–ebulliently adverb
torpor
/ ˈtɔːpə(r); ˋtɔrpɚ/ n [U]
1 a : a state of mental and motor inactivity with partial or total insensibility
a state of torpor induced by the tropical heat 热带的炎热气候引起的懒散.
b : a state of lowered physiological activity typically characterized by reduced metabolism, heart rate, respiration, and body temperature that occurs in varying degrees especially in hibernating and estivating animals 2 : APATHY, DULLNESS
LETHARGY, LANGUOR, LASSITUDE, STUPOR, TORPOR mean physical or mental inertness. LETHARGY implies such drowsiness or aversion to activity as is induced by disease, injury, or drugs months of lethargy followed my accident. LANGUOR suggests inertia induced by an enervating climate or illness or love languor induced by a tropical vacation. LASSITUDE stresses listlessness or indifference resulting from fatigue or poor health a depression marked by lassitude. STUPOR implies a deadening of the mind and senses by shock, narcotics, or intoxicants lapsed into an alcoholic stupor. TORPOR implies a state of suspended animation as of hibernating animals but may suggest merely extreme sluggishness a once alert mind now in a torpor.
enervate
/ ˈenəveɪt; ˋɛnɚˏvet/ v
1 : to reduce the mental or moral vigor of 2 : to lessen the vitality or strength
an enervating climate 使人无精打彩的气候 * a long, enervating illness 长期而使人衰弱的病.
–enervatingly -ˌvā-tiŋ-lē\ adverb
–enervation \ˌe-nər-‘vā-shən\ noun
hamstring
/ ˈhæmstrɪŋ; ˋhæmˏstrɪŋ/
n
any of the five tendons at the back of the human knee 膕绳肌腱.
thick tendon at the back of an animal’s hock （动物跗关节後部的）大肌腱.
> hamstring v (pt, pp hamstringed or hamstrung/ ˈhæmstrʌŋ; ˋhæmˏstrʌŋ/) [Tn]
1 cripple (a person or an animal) by cutting the hamstring(s) 割断腿筋使（人或动物）瘸腿.
2 (fig 比喻) destroy the activity or efficiency of (sb/sth) 使（某人[某事物]）难以动作或难有作为: The project was hamstrung by lack of funds. 这个计画因缺乏资金而难以实现.
STRANGE, SINGULAR, UNIQUE, PECULIAR, ECCENTRIC, ERRATIC, ODD, QUAINT, OUTLANDISH
mean departing from what is ordinary, usual, or to be expected. STRANGE stresses unfamiliarity and may apply to the foreign, the unnatural, the unaccountable a journey filled with strange sights. SINGULAR suggests individuality or puzzling strangeness a singular feeling of impending disaster. UNIQUE implies singularity and the fact of being without a known parallel a career unique in the annals of science. PECULIAR implies a marked distinctiveness the peculiar status of America’s first lady. ECCENTRIC suggests a wide divergence from the usual or normal especially in behavior the eccentric eating habits of preschoolers. ERRATIC stresses a capricious and unpredictable wandering or deviating a friend’s suddenly erratic behavior. ODD applies to a departure from the regular or expected an odd sense of humor. QUAINT suggests an old-fashioned but pleasant oddness a quaint fishing village. OUTLANDISH applies to what is uncouth, bizarre, or barbaric outlandish fashions of the time.
eclectic
1 : selecting what appears to be best in various doctrines, methods, or styles
He has an eclectic taste in music. 他爱好各种音乐.
2 : composed of elements drawn from various sources also : HETEROGENEOUS
–eclectically -ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
redundant
1 a : exceeding what is necessary or normal : SUPERFLUOUS b : characterized by or containing an excess specifically : using more words than necessary E: a paragraph without a redundant word 无一冗词的一段文字 * The illustration had too much redundant detail. 解说中不必要的细节太多. c : characterized by similarity or repetition a group of particularly redundant brick buildings d chiefly British : no longer needed for a job and hence laid off E: become/be made/find oneself redundant 成为冗员而被裁 * the plight of redundant miners 被裁减的矿工的困境 * Fifty welders were declared redundant. 已公布削减五十名焊工.2 : PROFUSE, LAVISH 3 : serving as a duplicate for preventing failure of an entire system (as a spacecraft) upon failure of a single component
–redundantly adverb
redundancy / -ənsɪ; -ənsɪ/ n 1 [U] (a) state of being redundant(2) 人浮於事; 裁员; 成为冗员被裁: a high level of redundancy among unskilled workers 非熟练工人的大量裁减 * [attrib 作定语] redundancy pay, money, etc, ie given to sb made redundant 遣散费（给予被裁减人员的）. (b) material that is redundant(1) （通常指语言或艺术）多余的材料: express oneself without redundancy 精练地表达意思. 2 [C] worker made redundant(2) 遭裁减的工人: Two hundred redundancies were announced in the shipyards. 造船厂公布削减二百名工人.
ecstasy
/ ˈekstəsɪ; ˋɛkstəsɪ/ n
n [U, C] (feeling or state of) great joy or happiness 狂喜: in an ecstasy of delight 欣喜若狂 * religious ecstasy 宗教的极乐境界 * be in/go into/be thrown into ecstasy/ecstasies (over sth) （对某事物）心醉神迷.
> ecstatic / ɪkˈstætɪk; ɪkˋstætɪk/ adj causing or showing ecstasy 使人狂喜的; 欣喜若狂的: He was ecstatic at the news of his daughter’s birth. 他获悉女儿出生不禁欣喜若狂. ecstatically / -klɪ; -klɪ/ adv.
ECSTASY, RAPTURE, TRANSPORT mean intense exaltation of mind and feelings. ECSTASY and RAPTURE both suggest a state of trance or near immobility produced by an overpowering emotion. ECSTASY may apply to any strong emotion (as joy, fear, rage, adoration) religious ecstasy. RAPTURE usually implies intense bliss or beatitude in speechless rapture. TRANSPORT applies to any powerful emotion that lifts one out of oneself and usually provokes vehement expression or frenzied action in a transport of rage.
eddy
/ ˈedɪ; ˋɛdɪ/
n circular or spiral movement of water, air, fog, dust, etc （水﹑ 空气﹑ 雾﹑ 尘埃等的）旋涡; 涡流: Eddies of mist rose from the valley. 山谷中薄雾袅袅. * Eddies of dust swirled in the road. 路上尘埃滚滚.
> eddy v (pt, pp eddied) [I, Ip] move in or like an eddy; whirl 呈旋涡状运动; 旋转: (fig 比喻) groups of tourists eddying continually about the main square of the city 在该城主要广场上川流不息的成群旅客
edifice
/ ˈedɪfɪs; ˋɛdəfɪs/ n
1 : BUILDING especially : a large or massive structure
2 : a large abstract structure
efface
/ ɪˈfeɪs; ɪˋfes/ v [Tn]
1 : to eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface coins with dates effaced by wear also : to cause to vanish daylight effaced the stars Time and weather had long ago effaced the inscription on the monument. 岁月和风雨早已磨掉纪念碑上的铭文. * Time alone will efface those unpleasant memories. 只有时间才能使人淡忘那些不快的记忆.2 : to make (oneself) modestly or shyly inconspicuous
–effaceable -‘fā-sə-bəl\ adjective
–effacement -‘fās-mənt\ noun
–effacer noun
effervesce
/ ˏefəˈves; ˏɛfɚˋvɛs/ v
1 : to bubble, hiss, and foam as gas escapes
The boiling water effervesces in the cauldron
2 : to show liveliness or exhilaration
She effervesces at the prize bestowed by the committee.
–effervescence -‘ve-sən(t)s\ noun
–effervescent -sənt\ adjective
–effervescently adverb
effete
/ ɪˈfiːt; ɪˋfit/ adj
1 : no longer fertile
2 a : having lost character, vitality, or strength the effete monarchies⋯of feudal Europe ― G. M. Trevelyan b : marked by weakness or decadence the effete East c : soft or delicate from or as if from a pampered existence peddled⋯trendy tweeds to effete Easterners ― William Helmer effete tenderfeet also : characteristic of an effete person a wool scarf⋯a bit effete on an outdoorsman ― Nelson Bryant 3 : EFFEMINATE 1 a good-humored, effete boy brought up by maiden aunts ― Herman Wouk
efficacious
/ ˏefɪˈkeɪʃəs; ˏɛfəˋkeʃəs/ adj
: having the power to produce a desired effect an efficacious remedy an efficacious treatment, medicine, etc 有效的治疗﹑ 药品等.
–efficaciously adverb
–efficaciousness noun
efficacy / `efɪkəsɪ; ˋɛfəkəsɪ/ n [U] state or quality of being efficacious 有效性; 效能; 功效: test the efficacy of a new drug 测试新药的效能.
synonyms EFFECTIVE, EFFECTUAL, EFFICIENT, EFFICACIOUS mean producing or capable of producing a result. EFFECTIVE stresses the actual production of or the power to produce an effect an effective rebuttal. EFFECTUAL suggests the accomplishment of a desired result especially as viewed after the fact the measures to stop the pilfering proved effectual. EFFICIENT suggests an acting or a potential for action or use in such a way as to avoid loss or waste of energy in effecting, producing, or functioning an efficient small car. EFFICACIOUS suggests possession of a special quality or virtue that gives effective power a detergent that is efficacious in removing grease.
effluvium
1 : an invisible emanation especially : an offensive exhalation or smell
2 : a by-product especially in the form of waste
snuff 1
/ snʌf; snʌf/
n [U] powdered tobacco taken into the nose by sniffing 鼻烟（粉末状烟叶, 用鼻孔吸入）: take a pinch of snuff 吸一捏鼻烟.# `snuff-box n small, usu decorative, box for holding snuff 鼻烟盒（通常为有装饰的）: She collects snuff-boxes. 她收集鼻烟盒.
snuff 2
/ snʌf; snʌf/ v [Tn] cut or pinch off the burnt black end of the wick of (a candle) 剪（蜡烛）的心. (idm 习语) snuff it (Brit sl joc 俚, 谑) die 吹灯, 吹灯拔蜡（死亡）: His dad snuffed it a couple of years ago. 他爸爸两年前就吹灯了. (phr v) snuff sth out (a) put out (a candle flame, etc); extinguish sth 熄灭（烛光等）; 扑灭某事物. (b) put an end to sth; finish sth 消灭或结束某事物: His hopes were nearly snuffed out. 他的希望几乎破灭了.
effrontery
/ ɪˈfrʌntərɪ; ɪˋfrʌntərɪ/
: shameless boldness : INSOLENCE
He had the effrontery to say I was lying. 他竟敢说我撒谎.
TEMERITY, AUDACITY, HARDIHOOD, EFFRONTERY, NERVE, CHEEK, GALL, CHUTZPAH mean conspicuous or flagrant boldness. TEMERITY suggests boldness arising from rashness and contempt of danger had the temerity to refuse. AUDACITY implies a disregard of restraints commonly imposed by convention or prudence an entrepreneur with audacity and vision. HARDIHOOD suggests firmness in daring and defiance admired for her hardihood. EFFRONTERY implies shameless, insolent disregard of propriety or courtesy outraged at his effrontery. NERVE, CHEEK, GALL and CHUTZPAH are informal equivalents for EFFRONTERY the nerve of that guy has the cheek to call herself a singer had the gall to demand proof the chutzpah needed for a career in show business.
effulgence
: radiant splendor : BRILLIANCE
resplendent
: shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor meadows resplendent with wildflowers ― Outdoor World resplendent in coronation robes 身穿加冕礼服而光彩夺目 * (ironic 反语) resplendent in her curlers and a face-pack 戴着发卷抹着美容霜而臭美的.
–resplendently adverb
egocentric
/ ˏegəuˈsentrɪk; US ˏiːg-; ˏiɡoˋsɛntrɪk/
1 : concerned with the individual rather than society 2 : taking the ego as the starting point in philosophy 3 a : limited in outlook or concern to one's own activities or needs b : SELF-CENTERED, SELFISH –egocentric noun –egocentrically \-tri-k(ə-)lē\ adverb –egocentricity \-ˌsen-'tri-sə-tē\ noun –egocentrism \-'sen-ˌtri-zəm\ noun
egregious
/ ɪˈgriːdʒɪəs; ɪˋɡridʒɪəs/
1 archaic : DISTINGUISHED 2 : CONSPICUOUS especially : conspicuously bad : FLAGRANT egregious errors egregious padding of the evidence ― Christopher Hitchens
–egregiously adverb
He plagiarizes egregiously the essay written by others
–egregiousness noun
elegy
/ ˈelədʒɪ; ˋɛlədʒɪ/
n poem or song expressing sorrow, esp for the dead; lament 挽歌; 哀歌; 挽诗.
paean
(US pean) / ˈpiːən; ˋpiən/ n
n (fml 文) song of praise or triumph 赞歌; 凯歌: a paean of praise 赞歌.
levity
1 : excessive or unseemly frivolity
I can’t waste my time on such levity.
2 : lack of steadiness : CHANGEABLENESS
EDUCE, EVOKE, ELICIT, EXTRACT, EXTORT
mean to draw out something hidden, latent, or reserved. EDUCE implies the bringing out of something potential or latent educed order out of chaos. EVOKE implies a strong stimulus that arouses an emotion or an interest or recalls an image or memory a song that evokes warm memories. ELICIT usually implies some effort or skill in drawing forth a response careful questioning elicited the truth. EXTRACT implies the use of force or pressure in obtaining answers or information extracted a confession from him. EXTORT suggests a wringing or wresting from one who resists strongly extorted their cooperation by threatening to inform.
eligible
/ ˈelɪdʒəbl; ˋɛlɪdʒəbl/ adj
1 a : qualified to participate or be chosen : ENTITLED eligible to retire b : permitted under football rules to catch a forward pass an eligible receiver 2 : worthy of being chosen : DESIRABLE an eligible young bachelor
–eligibility \ˌe-lə-jə-‘bi-lə-tē\ noun
–eligible noun
–eligibly 'e-lə-jə-blē\ adverb
qualify
transitive verb 1 a : to reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : MODIFY b : to make less harsh or strict : MODERATE c : to alter the strength or flavor of d : to limit or modify the meaning of (as a noun) 2 : to characterize by naming an attribute : DESCRIBE cannot qualify it as⋯either glad or sorry ― T. S. Eliot 3 a : to fit by training, skill, or ability for a special purpose b (1) : to declare competent or adequate : CERTIFY (2) : to invest with legal capacity : LICENSE intransitive verb 1 : to be or become fit (as for an office) : meet the required standard 2 : to acquire legal or competent power or capacity has just qualified as a lawyer 3 a : to exhibit a required degree of ability in a preliminary contest qualified for the finals b : to shoot well enough to earn a marksmanship badge
elite
/ eɪˈliːt; ɪˋlit/ n
[CGp] (often derog 常作贬义) social group considered to be the best or most important because of their power, talent, wealth, etc （由於有权力﹑ 才能﹑ 财富等）被视为最好的或最重要的社会集团; 精英; 尖子: the ruling, scientific elite 掌权的﹑ 科学方面的精英 * [attrib 作定语] an elite force, regiment 精锐部队﹑ 团.
> elitism / eɪˈliːtɪzəm; eˋlitɪzəm/ n [U] (often derog 常作贬义) (belief in a) system, leadership, etc that aims at developing an elite 旨在培养精英的体制﹑ 领导等（的主张）; 精英主义: Many people believe that private education encourages elitism. 许多人认为私人办学可助长精英主义.
elitist / -tɪst; -tɪst/ n (often derog ) person who believes in elitism 精英主义者. adj of the elite or elitism 精英的; 主张培养精英的: an elitist attitude to life 卓尔不群的生活态度.
elocution
/ ˏeləˈkjuːʃn; ˏɛləˋkjuʃən/ n
[U] art or style of speaking clearly and effectively, esp in public 演说的艺术或风格: [attrib 作定语] elocution lessons 演说艺术课.
> elocutionary / -ənərɪ; US -ənerɪ; -ənɛrɪ/ adj of elocution 演讲艺术的.
elocutionist / -ʃənɪst; -ʃənɪst/ n person who teaches or is an expert in elocution 演说术教师; 演讲艺术家.
elucidate
/ ɪˈluːsɪdeɪt; ɪˋlusəˏdet/
transitive verb : to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis elucidate a text
intransitive verb : to give a clarifying explanation synonyms see EXPLAIN
–elucidation -ˌlü-sə-‘dā-shən\ noun
–elucidative -‘lü-sə-ˌdā-tiv\ adjective
–elucidator -ˌdā-tər\ noun
EXPLAIN, EXPOUND, EXPLICATE, ELUCIDATE, INTERPRET
mean to make something clear or understandable. EXPLAIN implies a making plain or intelligible what is not immediately obvious or entirely known explain the rules. EXPOUND implies a careful often elaborate explanation expounding a scientific theory. EXPLICATE adds the idea of a developed or detailed analysis explicate a poem. ELUCIDATE stresses the throwing of light upon as by offering details or motives previously unclear or only implicit elucidate an obscure passage. INTERPRET adds to EXPLAIN the need for imagination or sympathy or special knowledge in dealing with something interpreting a work of art.
elude
1 : to avoid adroitly : EVADE the mice eluded the traps managed to elude capture 2 : to escape the perception, understanding, or grasp of subtlety simply eludes them victory continued to elude us 3 : DEFY 4 it eludes explanation
elusive
: tending to elude: as a : tending to evade grasp or pursuit elusive prey b : hard to comprehend or define an elusive concept c : hard to isolate or identify a haunting elusive aroma
–elusively adverb
–elusiveness noun
emaciate
intransitive verb : to waste away physically
transitive verb 1 : to cause to lose flesh so as to become very thin cattle emaciated by illness 2 : to make feeble
very emaciated after a long illness 久病之後非常憔悴 * an emaciated child 瘦弱的孩子.
–emaciation -ˌmā-s(h)ē-‘ā-shən\ noun
shackle
[C usu pl 通常作复数] either of a pair of metal rings linked by a chain, used for fastening a prisoner’s wrists or ankles together 手铐; 脚镣; 镣铐.
shackles [pl] the ~s of sth (fig 比喻) conditions, circumstances, etc that prevent one from acting or speaking freely 束缚; 羁绊: the shackles of convention 习俗的束缚.
> shackle v
1 [Tn] put shackles on (sb) 给（某人）带上手铐或脚镣.
2 [Tn esp passive 尤用於被动语态] (fig 比喻) prevent (sb) from acting or speaking freely 束缚（某人）: shackled by outdated attitudes 受旧观念的束缚.
embargo
n (pl ~es / -gəuz; -ɡoz/)[C, U] ~ (on sth) official order that forbids sth, esp trade, the movement of ships, etc 禁令; 禁止贸易令; 禁止船舶行驶令; 封港令等: a gold embargo, ie one that restricts or forbids the buying or selling of gold 限制或禁止黄金买卖令 * an embargo on trade with other islands 禁止与其他岛屿贸易令 * lift/raise/remove an embargo on sth, ie start trading in sth again 取消对某物的交易禁令（重新开放对某物的贸易） * place sth under (an) embargo, ie do no trade in sth 禁止对某物进行贸易.
> embargo v (pt, pp ~ed / -gəud; -ɡod/) [Tn]
put an embargo on (sth) 禁止（船只）出入港口; 禁运（某物）.
seize (ships, goods, etc) for use by the State 徵用（船只﹑ 货物等）.
embed
/ ɪmˈbed; ɪmˋbɛd/ v (-dd-)
ransitive verb 1 a : to enclose closely in or as if in a matrix fossils embedded in stone b : to make something an integral part of the prejudices embedded in our language c : to prepare (a microscopy specimen) for sectioning by infiltrating with and enclosing in a supporting substance 2 : to surround closely a sweet pulp embeds the plum seed intransitive verb : to become embedded
–embedment -‘bed-mənt\ noun
embellish
/ ɪmˈbelɪʃ; ɪmˋbɛlɪʃ/ v [Tn, Tn.pr]
1 : to make beautiful with ornamentation : DECORATE a book embellished with illustrations 2 : to heighten the attractiveness of by adding decorative or fanciful details : ENHANCE embellished our account of the trip synonyms see ADORN
–embellisher noun
ADORN, DECORATE, ORNAMENT, EMBELLISH, BEAUTIFY, DECK, GARNISH
mean to enhance the appearance of something by adding something unessential. ADORN implies an enhancing by something beautiful in itself a diamond necklace adorned her neck. DECORATE suggests relieving plainness or monotony by adding beauty of color or design decorate a birthday cake. ORNAMENT and EMBELLISH imply the adding of something extraneous, ORNAMENT stressing the heightening or setting off of the original a white house ornamented with green shutters, EMBELLISH often stressing the adding of superfluous or adventitious ornament embellish a page with floral borders. BEAUTIFY adds to EMBELLISH a suggestion of counterbalancing plainness or ugliness will beautify the grounds with flower beds. DECK implies the addition of something that contributes to gaiety, splendor, or showiness a house all decked out for Christmas. GARNISH suggests decorating with a small final touch and is used especially in referring to the serving of food an entrée garnished with parsley.
embody
1 : to give a body to (a spirit) : INCARNATE 2 a : to deprive of spirituality b : to make concrete and perceptible 3 : to cause to become a body or part of a body : INCORPORATE 4 : to represent in human or animal form : PERSONIFY men who greatly embodied the idealism of American life ― A. M. Schlesinger b1917 To me he embodies all the best qualities of a teacher. 在我看来, 他本身体现了教师应有的一切优秀品质.
–embodier noun
emboss
1 : to raise the surface of into bosses especially : to ornament with raised work 2 : to raise in relief from a surface 3 : ADORN, EMBELLISH
an address embossed on notepaper 凸印在信纸上的地址 * embossed stationery 有压印浮雕花的信笺 * a leather briefcase embossed with one’s initials 饰有浮凸的姓名首字母的皮公事包.
–embossable -‘bä-sə-bəl, -‘bȯ-\ adjective
–embosser -sər\ noun
–embossment -mənt\ noun
ostracize, ostracise 1
/ ˈɔstrəsaɪz; ˋɑstrəˏsaɪz/ v
[Tn] (fml 文) exclude (sb) from a group, club, etc; refuse to meet, talk to, etc 将（某人）排除出某团体﹑ 俱乐部等; 拒绝会晤﹑ 交谈等: He was ostracized by his colleagues for refusing to support the strike. 他因不支持罢工而受同事排斥.
> ostracism / -sɪzəm; -ˏsɪzəm/ n [U] (fml 文) action of ostracizing; state of being ostracized （对人的）排除, 排斥, 不理睬: suffer ostracism 受排斥.
embroider
ransitive verb
1 a : to ornament with needlework b : to form with needlework
* She embroidered flowers on the cushion (in gold thread). 她（用金线）在垫子上绣花. * She embroidered the cushion with flowers. 她把垫子绣上了花.
2 : to elaborate on : EMBELLISH embroider a story embroider the truth, the tale, the facts, etc 对真相﹑ 故事﹑ 事实等添油加醋地渲染.
intransitive verb
1 : to make embroidery
She embroiders very well. 她很会刺绣.
2 : to provide embellishments : ELABORATE
–embroiderer -‘brȯi-dər-ər\ noun
embroidery / -dərɪ; -dərɪ/ n [U] 1 decoration with needlework 刺绣: a beautiful piece of embroidery 一件美丽的刺绣制品 * He’s good at embroidery. 他擅长刺绣. 2 (fig 比喻) untrue details added for effect （为增强效果而加的）虚构细节: A little embroidery made the story quite entertaining. 增加了一点虚构细节使得故事相当有趣.
embroider:cloth＝chase:metal 在布上刺绣＝在金属上雕镂
emend
/ ɪˈmend; ɪˋmɛnd/ v [Tn]
: to correct usually by textual alterations emended the manuscript synonyms see CORRECT
–emendable -‘men-də-bəl\ adjective
–emender noun
mendacious
/ menˈdeɪʃəs; mɛnˋdeʃəs/ adj (fml 文)
: given to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth mendacious tales of his adventures
eminence
/ ˈemɪnəns; ˋɛmənəns/ n
1 : a position of prominence or superiority
reach eminence as a doctor 成为名医 * rise to eminence in one’s profession 在职业上出人头地.
2 : one that is eminent, prominent, or lofty: as a : an anatomical protuberance (as on a bone) b : a person of high rank or attainments ― often used as a title for a cardinal c : a natural elevation
luminary
1 : a person of prominence or brilliant achievement
leading luminaries of the arts ◆ He has played with all the great jazz luminaries.
2 : a body that gives light especially : one of the celestial bodies
–luminary adjective
emollient
/ ɪˈmɔlɪənt; ɪˋmɑlɪənt/ n, adj
(substance) that soothes and softens the skin 润肤的; 润肤剂: Use an emollient for dry skin. 乾燥的皮肤要使用润肤剂. * an emollient cream 润肤霜.
emphatic
1 : uttered with or marked by emphasis an emphatic refusal 2 : tending to express oneself in forceful speech or to take decisive action 3 : attracting special attention 4 : constituting or belonging to a set of tense forms in English consisting of the auxiliary do followed by an infinitive without to that are used to facilitate rhetorical inversion or to emphasize something
–emphatically -‘fa-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
emote
: to give expression to emotion especially in acting –emot·er -‘mō-tər\ noun
emulate
/ ˈemjuleɪt; ˋɛmjəˏlet/ v
1 a : to strive to equal or excel b : IMITATE especially : to imitate by means of an emulator
2 : to equal or approach equality with
emulate her sister’s sporting achievements 赶超她姐姐的运动成绩 * emulate her elder sister at the piano 在钢琴演奏上与她姐姐竞争.
empyrean
1 a : the highest heaven or heavenly sphere in ancient and medieval cosmology usually consisting of fire or light b : the true and ultimate heavenly paradise 2 : FIRMAMENT, HEAVENS 3 : an ideal place or state
obviate
/ ˈɔbvɪeɪt; ˋɑbvɪˏet/ v
: to anticipate and prevent (as a situation) or make unnecessary (as an action)
obviate dangers, difficulties, etc 排除危险﹑ 困难等 * The new road obviates the need to drive through the town. 有了新路, 车辆不必再穿行市区了.
–obviation \ˌäb-vē-‘ā-shən\ noun
emulsify
/ ɪˈmʌlsɪfaɪ; ɪˋmʌlsəˏfaɪ/ v (pt, pp -fied) [I, Tn]
[I, Tn] become an emulsion or make an emulsion of (sth) 乳化; 使（某物）乳化: The sauce has emulsified. 调味汁已经乳化了. * emulsify the oil 使油乳化.
enamel
1 : to cover, inlay, or decorate with enamel 2 : to beautify with a colorful surface 3 : to form a glossy surface on (as paper, leather, or cloth)
enamelled jewellery 带瓷釉的首饰.
–enameler noun
–enamelist -mə-list\ noun
encapsulate
/ ɪnˈkæpsjuleɪt; ɪnˋkæpsəˏlet/
ransitive verb
1: to enclose in or as if in a capsule a pilot encapsulated in the cockpit 2: EPITOMIZE, SUMMARIZE encapsulate an era in an aphorism intransitive verb : to become encapsulated
–encapsulation -ˌkap-sə-‘lā-shən\ noun
encomiast
en-‘kō-mē-ˌast, -mē-əst
: one that praises : EULOGIST
encomium
/ enˈkəumɪəm; ɛnˋkomɪəm/ n
: glowing and warmly enthusiastic praise also : an expression of this
ENCOMIUM, EULOGY, PANEGYRIC, TRIBUTE, CITATION mean a formal expression of praise. ENCOMIUM implies enthusiasm and warmth in praising a person or a thing received encomiums from literary critics. EULOGY applies to a prepared speech or writing extolling the virtues and services of a person delivered the eulogy at the funeral service. PANEGYRIC suggests an elaborate often poetic compliment her lyrical memoir was a panegyric to her mentor. TRIBUTE implies deeply felt praise conveyed either through words or through a significant act the concert was a musical tribute to the early jazz masters. CITATION applies to the formal praise of a person offered in a military dispatch or in awarding an honorary degree earned a citation for bravery.
encroach
/ ɪnˈkrəutʃ; ɪnˋkrotʃ/ v
1 : to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
encroach on sb’s property 侵占某人的财产 * encroach on the liberty of the individual 侵犯个人自由
2 : to advance beyond the usual or proper limits *the gradually encroaching sea** The sea is gradually encroaching (on the land), ie washing the land away. 海水渐渐浸蚀了陆地.
endear
/ ɪnˈdɪə(r); ɪnˋdɪr/ v
1 obsolete : to make higher in cost, value, or estimation
2 : to cause to become beloved or admired her generosity has endeared her to the public
–endearingly -iŋ-lē\ adverb
endorse
/ ɪnˈdɔːs; ɪnˋdɔrs/ v [Tn]
1 a : to write on the back of especially : to sign one’s name as payee on the back of (a check) in order to obtain the cash or credit represented on the face b : to inscribe (one’s signature) on a check, bill, or note c : to inscribe (as an official document) with a title or memorandum d : to make over to another (the value represented in a check, bill, or note) by inscribing one’s name on the document e : to acknowledge receipt of (a sum specified) by one’s signature on a document
2 a : to approve openly endorse an idea especially : to express support or approval of publicly and definitely endorse a mayoral candidate b : to recommend (as a product or service) usually for financial compensation shoes endorsed by a pro basketball player Well-known sportsmen can earn large sums of money from manufacturers by endorsing clothes and equipment. 着名运动员在广告中替厂家宣传运动服装和器械, 可获得巨额报酬.
synonyms see APPROVE
–endorsable -‘dȯr-sə-bəl\ adjective
–endorsee \in-ˌdȯr-‘sē, ˌen-\ noun
–endorser \in-‘dȯr-sər\ noun
endow
/ ɪnˈdau; ɪnˋdaʊ/ v
1 : to furnish with an income especially : to make a grant of money providing for the continuing support or maintenance of endow a hospital 2 : to furnish with a dower
3 : to provide with something freely or naturally endowed with a good sense of humor
endowment n 1 [U] action of endowing （经常的）资助, 捐助: the endowment of many schools by rich former pupils 许多学校经常得到富裕校友的资助. 2 [C usu pl 通常作复数] money, property, etc given to provide an income 捐助的财物等: The Oxford and Cambridge colleges have numerous endowments. 牛津和剑桥大学有数不清的捐助财物. 3 [C usu pl 通常作复数] natural talent, quality or ability 天赋; 天资; 才能: Not everyone is born with such endowments as you. 并非所有的人生来都像你这样有天赋.
endowment policy form of life insurance where a certain sum is paid on a specified date to the insured person or is paid to that person’s dependents if he dies before that date 养老保险.
enfetter
: to bind in fetters : ENCHAIN
inflame
transitive verb 1 a : to excite to excessive or uncontrollable action or feeling especially : to make angry b : to make more heated or violent : INTENSIFY insults served only to inflame the feud
2 : to set on fire : KINDLE
3 : to cause to redden or grow hot from anger or excitement a face inflamed with passion
4 : to cause inflammation in (bodily tissue)
intransitive verb
1 : to burst into flame
2 : to become excited or angered
3 : to become affected with inflammation
–inflamer noun
inflamed adj ~ (by/with sth) 1 (of a part of the body) red, hot and sore (eg because of infection) （指身体某部）发炎的, 红肿热痛的（如因感染）: inflamed eyes 红肿的眼睛 * an inflamed boil 发炎的疖子 * a nose inflamed by an infection 受感染而红肿的鼻子. (fig 比喻) roused to anger, indignation, etc 惹怒的; 愤怒的; 激动的: inflamed by sb’s words 被某人的话惹得怒火中烧 * inflamed with passion 情绪激动.
engender
/ ɪnˈdʒendə(r); ɪnˋdʒɛndɚ/ v [Tn] (fml 文)
be the cause of (a situation or condition) 产生（某形势或状况）; 造成; 引起: Some people believe poverty engenders crime. 有人认为贫困生罪恶.
procreate
/ ˈprəukrɪeɪt; ˋprokrɪˏet/
transitive verb : to beget or bring forth (offspring) : PROPAGATE intransitive verb : to beget or bring forth offspring : REPRODUCE
–procreation \ˌprō-krē-‘ā-shən\ noun
–procreative 'prō-krē-ˌā-tiv\ adjective
–procreator -ˌā-tər\ noun
beget
1 : to procreate as the father : SIRE Abraham begat Isaac. 亚伯拉罕生了以撒.
2 : to produce especially as an effect or outgrowth
War begets misery and ruin. 战争是苦难与毁灭的祸根.
–begetter noun
engross
/ ɪnˈgrəus; ɪnˋɡros/ v [Tn]
1 a : to copy or write in a large hand b : to prepare the usually final handwritten or printed text of (an official document)
2 [Middle English, from Anglo-French engrosser, from en gros wholesale, in quantity] a : to purchase large quantities of (as for speculation) b archaic : AMASS, COLLECT c : to take or engage the whole attention of : occupy completely ideas that have engrossed the minds of scholars for generations
–engrosser noun
enlist
1 a : to secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest enlist all the available resources enlisted our help b : to win over : ATTRACT trying to enlist my sympathies
I’ve enlisted the co-operation of most of my neighbours in my campaign. 我在这一活动中得到邻里多数人的支持. * Can I enlist your help in raising the money? 你能在我的筹款中赞助一些钱吗? We’ve enlisted a few volunteers to help clean the hall. 我们已经找到几个人自愿协助打扫大厅. * Sarah has been enlisted to organize the party. 萨拉已应邀组织这一聚会.2 : to engage (a person) for duty in the armed forces
Have you enlisted yet? 你参军了吗? * He enlisted as a soldier in the army as soon as he was old enough. 他年龄一到就入伍当兵了. * They enlisted four hundred recruits for the navy. 他们为海军徵募了四百名新兵
.intransitive verb
1 : to enroll oneself in the armed forces will enlist for three years
2 : to participate heartily (as in a cause, drive, or crusade)
–enlistee -ˌlis-‘tē, -‘lis-tē\ noun
–enlistment -‘lis(t)-mənt\ noun
enmesh
/ ɪnˈmeʃ; ɪnˋmɛʃ/
: to catch or entangle in or as if in meshes deeply enmeshed in the plot
–enmeshment -mənt\ noun
ennui
/ ɔˈnwiː; ˋɑnwi/
: a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : BOREDOM
enormity
/ ɪˈnɔːmətɪ; ɪˋnɔrmətɪ/ n
1 : an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act the enormities of state power ― Susan Sontag other enormities too juvenile to mention ― Richard Freedman
2 : the quality or state of being immoderate, monstrous, or outrageous especially : great wickedness the enormity of the crimes committed during the Third Reich ― G. A. Craig
3 : the quality or state of being huge : IMMENSITY the inconceivable enormity of the universe
4 : a quality of momentous importance or impact the enormity of the decision
usage Enormity, some people insist, is improperly used to denote large size. They insist on enormousness for this meaning, and would limit enormity to the meaning “great wickedness.” Those who urge such a limitation may not recognize the subtlety with which enormity is actually used. It regularly denotes a considerable departure from the expected or normal they awakened; they sat up; and then the enormity of their situation burst upon them. “How did the fire start?” ― John Steinbeck. When used to denote large size, either literal or figurative, it usually suggests something so large as to seem overwhelming no intermediate zone of study. Either the enormity of the desert or the sight of a tiny flower ― Paul Theroux the enormity of the task of teachers in slum schools ― J. B. Conant and may even be used to suggest both great size and deviation from morality the enormity of existing stockpiles of atomic weapons ― New Republic. It can also emphasize the momentousness of what has happened the sombre enormity of the Russian Revolution ― George Steiner or of its consequences perceived as no one in the family could the enormity of the misfortune ― E. L. Doctorow.
enrapture
/ ɪnˈræptʃə(r); ɪnˋræptʃɚ/
: to fill with delight
We were enraptured by the view of the mountains. 我们看到山峦景色, 心花怒放.
ensemble
/ ɔnˈsɔmbl; ɑnˋsɑmbl/ n
: a group producing a single effect: as a : concerted music of two or more parts b : a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothing and accessories ex: A pair of white shoes completed the striking ensemble. 一双白鞋配这套醒目的服装已完美无缺了. c (1) : the musicians engaged in the performance of a musical ensemble (2) : a group of supporting players, singers, or dancers especially : CORPS DE BALLET
ensconce
/ ɪnˈskɔns; ɪnˋskɑns/ v
1 : SHELTER, CONCEAL ensconced themselves within the protection of three great elms ― Mark Twain 2 : ESTABLISH, SETTLE ensconced in a new job
ensign
/ ˈensən; ˋɛnsn/ n
1 : a flag that is flown (as by a ship) as the symbol of nationality and that may also be flown with a distinctive badge added to its design
2 a : a badge of office, rank, or power b : EMBLEM, SIGN
3 a : an infantry officer of what was formerly the lowest commissioned rank b : a commissioned officer in the navy or coast guard ranking above a chief warrant officer and below a lieutenant junior grade
entail
1 : to restrict (property) by limiting the inheritance to the owner’s lineal descendants or to a particular class thereof
The house and estate are entailed on the eldest daughter. 这所房子和地产限定由长女继承. * He would have sold the property long ago had it not been entailed. 这些财产若非限定继承的话, 他早就卖掉了.
2 a : to confer, assign, or transmit as if by entail : FASTEN entailed on them indelible disgrace ― Robert Browning b : to fix (a person) permanently in some condition or status entail him and his heirs unto the crown ― Shakespeare
3 : to impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result the project will entail considerable expense
–entailer -‘tā-lər\ noun
–entailment -‘tāl-mənt\ noun
entrepreneur
/ ˏɔntrəprəˈnɜː(r); ˏɑntrəprəˋnə/ n
: one who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise
–entrepreneurial -‘n(y)u̇r-ē-əl, -‘nər-\ adjective
–entrepreneurialism -ē-ə-li-zəm\ noun
–entrepreneurially -ē-ə-lē\ adverb
–entrepreneurship -‘nər-ˌship, -‘n(y)u̇r-\ noun
entrée
1 a : the act or manner of entering : ENTRANCE b : freedom of entry or access
2 : the main course of a meal in the U.S.
entrust
1 : to confer a trust on especially : to deliver something in trust to
2 : to commit to another with confidence
entrust an assistant with a task/entrust the task to an assistant 把一项工作交给助手 * Can I entrust you with the secret plans? 我能把这些秘密计划委托给你吗? * He’s entrusted his children to me/to my care for the day. 他托我照看一天孩子.
synonyms see COMMIT
–entrustment -‘trəs(t)-mənt\ noun
enumerate
/ ɪˈnjuːməreɪt; US ɪˈnuː-; ɪˋnuməˏret/
1 : to ascertain the number of : COUNT
She enumerated the items we had to buy sugar, tea, soap, etc. 她列出了我们要购买的东西–糖﹑ 茶叶﹑ 肥皂等. *
2 : to specify one after another : LIST
–enumeration -ˌn(y)ü-mə-‘rā-shən\ noun
–enumerative -‘n(y)ü-mə-ˌrā-tiv, -‘n(y)üm-rə-, -‘n(y)ü-mə-rə-\ adjective
enunciate
/ ɪˈnʌnsɪeɪt; ɪˋnʌnsɪˏet/ v
transitive verb
1 a : to make a definite or systematic statement of b : ANNOUNCE, PROCLAIM enunciated the new policy
2 : ARTICULATE, PRONOUNCE enunciate all the syllables intransitive verb : to utter articulate sounds
–enunciable -‘nən(t)-sē-ə-bəl, -‘nən-ch(ē-)ə-\ adjective
–enunciation -ˌnən(t)-sē-‘ā-shən\ noun
–enunciator -‘nən(t)-sē-ˌā-tər\ noun
envision
: to picture to oneself envisions a career dedicated to promoting peace
They envision an equal society, free of poverty and disease.
epaulet
: something that ornaments or protects the shoulder: as a : an ornamental fringed shoulder pad formerly worn as part of a military uniform b : an ornamental strip or loop sewn across the shoulder of a dress or coat
ephemera
/ ɪˈfemərə; ɪˋfɛmərə/
1 : something of no lasting significance ― usually used in plural
2 ephemera plural : paper items (as posters, broadsides, and tickets) that were orig. meant to be discarded after use but have since become collectibles
epic
/ ˈepɪk; ˋɛpɪk/ n
1 : of, relating to, or having the characteristics of an epic an epic poem
2 a : extending beyond the usual or ordinary especially in size or scope his genius was epic ― Times Lit. Supp. b : HEROIC
–epical -pi-kəl\ adjective
–epically -pi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
connoisseur
/ ˏkɔnəˈsɜː(r); ˏkɑnəˋsə/ n
1 : EXPERT especially : one who understands the details, technique, or principles of an art and is competent to act as a critical judge 2 : one who enjoys with discrimination and appreciation of subtleties a connoisseur of fine wines –connoisseurship -ˌship\ noun
epicure
/ ˈepɪkjuə(r); ˋɛpɪˏkjʊr/ n
1 archaic : one devoted to sensual pleasure : SYBARITE
2 : one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
synonyms EPICURE, GOURMET, GOURMAND, GASTRONOME mean one who takes pleasure in eating and drinking. EPICURE implies fastidiousness and voluptuousness of taste. GOURMET implies being a connoisseur in food and drink and the discriminating enjoyment of them. GOURMAND implies a hearty appetite for good food and drink, not without discernment, but with less than a gourmet’s. GASTRONOME implies that one has studied extensively the history and rituals of haute cuisine.
gourmand
/ ˈguəmənd; ˋɡʊrmənd/ n
1 : one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
2 : one who is heartily interested in good food and drink
synonyms see EPICURE
–gourmandism 'gu̇r-ˌmän-ˌdi-zəm, -mən-\ noun
–gourmandize -ˌdīz\ intransitive verb
epigram
/ ˈepɪgræm; ˋɛpəˏɡræm/ n
1 : a concise poem dealing pointedly and often satirically with a single thought or event and often ending with an ingenious turn of thought
2 : a terse, sage, or witty and often paradoxical saying
3 : epigrammatic expression
–epigrammatism \ˌe-pə-‘gra-mə-ˌti-zəm\ noun
–epigrammatist -‘gra-mə-tist\ noun
epithet
/ ˈepɪθet; ˋɛpəˏθɛt/ n
1 a : a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing b : a disparaging or abusive word or phrase c : the part of a taxonomic name identifying a subordinate unit within a genus
2 obsolete : EXPRESSION
–epithetic \ˌe-pə-‘the-tik\ or epithetical -ti-kəl\ adjective
epoch
/ ˈiːpɔk; US ˈepək; ˋɛpək/
1 a : an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development b : a memorable event or date
2 a : an extended period of time usually characterized by a distinctive development or by a memorable series of events b : a division of geologic time less than a period and greater than an age
3 : an instant of time or a date selected as a point of reference (as in astronomy)
equable
/ ˈekwəbl; ˋɛkwəbl/ adj
1 : marked by lack of variation or change : UNIFORM an equable distance apart
2 : marked by lack of noticeable, unpleasant, or extreme variation or inequality an equable temperament
synonyms see STEADY
–equability \ˌe-kwə-‘bi-lə-tē, ˌē-\ noun
–equableness 'e-kwə-bəl-nəs, ‘ē-\ noun
–equably -blē\ adverb
equilibrium
/ ˏiːkwɪˈlɪbrɪəm, alsoˏek-; ˏikwəˋlɪbrɪəm, ɛk-/n [U]
1 a : a state of intellectual or emotional balance : POISE trying to recover his equilibrium b : a state of adjustment between opposing or divergent influences or elements
2 : a state of balance between opposing forces or actions that is either static (as in a body acted on by forces whose resultant is zero) or dynamic (as in a reversible chemical reaction when the rates of reaction in both directions are equal)
3 : BALANCE 6A
equivocate
1 : to use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
2 : to avoid committing oneself in what one says
synonyms see LIE
–equivocation -ˌkwi-və-‘kā-shən\ noun
–equivocator -‘kwi-və-ˌkā-tər\ noun
err
archaic : STRAY
2 a : to make a mistake erred in his calculations erred on the side of caution
b : to violate an accepted standard of conduct
err on the side of sth show too much of a (usu good) quality 过分表现某品质（通常指好的）: It’s better to err on the side of tolerance (ie be too tolerant rather than too severe) when dealing with young offenders. 对待失足的青少年宁可失之过宽（宁过宽而勿过严）.
To err is human (to forgive divine) (saying 谚) it is human nature to sin and make mistakes (and therefore one should be as forgiving as possible) 人孰无过（宽恕为上）.
erratic
1 a : having no fixed course : WANDERING an erratic comet b archaic : NOMADIC
2 : transported from an original resting place especially by a glacier an erratic boulder
3 a : characterized by lack of consistency, regularity, or uniformity erratic dieting keeps erratic hours b : deviating from what is ordinary or standard : ECCENTRIC an erratic genius
ersatz
/ ˈeəzæts, ˈɜːsɑːts; ɛrˋzɑts/ adj
: being a usually artificial and inferior substitute or imitation ersatz turf ersatz intellectuals
–ersatz noun
erudite
/ ˈeruːdaɪt; ˋɛrʊˏdaɪt/ adj
: possessing or displaying erudition : LEARNED an erudite scholar
–eruditely adverb
erupt
intransitive verb 1 a (1) : to burst from limits or restraint (2) of a tooth : to emerge through the gum b : to force out or release suddenly and often violently something (as lava or steam) that is pent up c : to become active or violent especially suddenly : break forth war could erupt at any moment the audience erupted in applause Violence has erupted on the streets. 大街上突然发生了暴乱. * The demonstration erupted into violence. 示威游行中突然出现了武斗. * (infml 口) When I saw the size of the bill I simply erupted, ie became furiously angry. 我看到巨额帐单时简直火冒三丈.
2 : to break out with or as if with a skin eruption
A rash has erupted all over my back. 我的背上出满了疹子.transitive verb : to force out or release usually suddenly and violently a volcano erupting lava and ash
–eruptible -‘rəp-tə-bəl\ adjective
–eruptive -tiv\ adjective
–eruptively adverb
eruption / ɪ`rʌpʃn; ɪˋrʌpʃən/ n [C, U] 1 outbreak of a volcano 火山爆发. 2 (fig 比喻) outbreak of war, disease, etc （战争等）爆发; （疾病等）发作: the eruption of hostilities 战事爆发. 3 sudden appearance of spots, etc on the skin （斑疹等）突然在皮肤上出现; 出疹.
eschew
/ ɪsˈtʃuː; ɪsˋtʃu/
: to avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : SHUN synonyms see ESCAPE
–eschewal -əl\ nou
ESCAPE, AVOID, EVADE, ELUDE, SHUN, ESCHEW mean to get away or keep away from something. ESCAPE stresses the fact of getting away or being passed by not necessarily through effort or by conscious intent nothing escapes her sharp eyes. AVOID stresses forethought and caution in keeping clear of danger or difficulty try to avoid past errors. EVADE implies adroitness, ingenuity, or lack of scruple in escaping or avoiding evaded the question by changing the subject. ELUDE implies a slippery or baffling quality in the person or thing that escapes what she sees in him eludes me. SHUN often implies an avoiding as a matter of habitual practice or policy and may imply repugnance or abhorrence you have shunned your responsibilities. ESCHEW implies an avoiding or abstaining from as unwise or distasteful a playwright who eschews melodrama.
gullet
1 : ESOPHAGUS broadly : THROAT
2 : an invagination of the protoplasm in various protozoans (as a paramecium) that sometimes functions in the intake of food
3 : the space between the tips of adjacent saw teeth
esoteric
/ ˏesəuˈterɪk, ˏiːsəu-; ˏɛsəˋtɛrɪk/ adj
1 a : designed for or understood by the specially initiated alone a body of esoteric legal doctrine ― B. N. Cardozo b : requiring or exhibiting knowledge that is restricted to a small group esoteric terminology broadly : difficult to understand esoteric subjects
2 a : limited to a small circle engaging in esoteric pursuits b : PRIVATE, CONFIDENTIAL an esoteric purpose
3 : of special, rare, or unusual interest esoteric building materials
–esoterically -i-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
prescience:future＝erudition:esoteric预知知道未来的事＝博学知道深奥的事
espouse
1 : MARRY 2 : to take up and support as a cause : become attached to espousing feminism 拥护女权主义 synonyms see ADOPT –espouser noun
patina
/ ˈpætɪnə; ˋpætɪnə/ n [sing]
1 a : a usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color b : a surface appearance of something grown beautiful especially with age or use
2 : an appearance or aura that is derived from association, habit, or established character
He looked relaxed and elegant and had the patina of success.
3 : a superficial covering or exterior
etch
/ etʃ; ɛtʃ/
transitive verb
1 a : to produce (as a pattern or design) on a hard material by eating into the material’s surface (as by acid or laser beam) b : to subject to such etching
2 : to delineate or impress clearly scenes etched in our minds pain was etched on his features
The incident remained etched on her memory for years. 那次事件多年来一直铭刻在她的记忆中
intransitive verb : to practice etching
She enjoys etching. 她喜爱作蚀刻画.
–etcher noun
eternal
/ ɪˈtɜːnl; ɪˋtənl/ adj
1 a : having infinite duration : EVERLASTING eternal damnation b : of or relating to eternity c : characterized by abiding fellowship with God good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life? ― Mk 10:17(RSV)
2 a : continued without intermission : PERPETUAL an eternal flame b : seemingly endless eternal delays
3 archaic : INFERNAL some eternal villain⋯devised this slander ― Shakespeare
4 : valid or existing at all times : TIMELESS eternal verities
–eternalize -nə-ˌlīz\ transitive verb
–eternally -nəl-ē\ adverb
–eternalness noun
ethereal
(also aetherial) / ɪˈθɪərɪəl; ɪˋθɪrɪəl/ adj
1 a : of or relating to the regions beyond the earth b : CELESTIAL, HEAVENLY c : UNWORLDLY, SPIRITUAL
2 a : lacking material substance : IMMATERIAL, INTANGIBLE b : marked by unusual delicacy or refinement this smallest, most ethereal, and daintiest of birds ― William Beebe c : suggesting the heavens or heaven
3 : relating to, containing, or resembling a chemical ether
–ethereality -ˌthir-ē-‘a-lə-tē\ noun
–etherealization -ē-ə-lə-‘zā-shən\ noun
–etherealize -‘thir-ē-ə-ˌlīz\ transitive verb
–ethereally -ē-ə-lē\ adverb
–etherealness noun
ethos
/ ˈiːθɔs; ˋiθɑs/
: the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution also : ETHIC 2C
the revolutionary ethos 革命精神 * His book captures exactly the ethos of Elizabethan England. 他的书准确地描绘了英国伊丽莎白时代的风土人情.
etiquette
/ ˈetɪket, -kət; ˋɛtɪˏkɛt, -kət/ n
: the conduct or procedure required by good breeding or prescribed by authority to be observed in social or official life
Etiquette was considered very important in Victorian England. 英国在维多利亚时代非常注重礼仪. * medical, legal etiquette 医务界的﹑ 法律界的成规.
euphemism
/ ˈjuːfəmɪzəm; ˋjufəˏmɪzəm/
: the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant also : the expression so substituted
–euphemist -mist\ noun
euphemistic / ,juːfə`mɪstɪk; ,jufəˋmɪstɪk/ adj (ofspeech or writing) consisting of or containing euphemisms（指言语或文字）委婉的: euphemistic language, expressions, terms, words, etc 委婉的语言﹑ 用语﹑ 词语﹑ 言语等, euphemistically
euphony
/ ˈjuːfənɪ; ˋjufənɪ/ n (fml 文)
1 : pleasing or sweet sound especially : the acoustic effect produced by words so formed or combined as to please the ear
2 : a harmonious succession of words having a pleasing sound
–euphonic \yu̇-‘fä-nik\ adjective
–euphonically -ni-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
effloresce
ˌe-flə-‘res
1 : to burst forth : BLOOM
2 a : to change to a powder from loss of water of crystallization
b : to form or become covered with a powdery crust bricks may effloresce owing to the deposition of soluble salts
evict
/ ɪˈvɪkt; ɪˋvɪkt/ v
1 a : to recover (property) from a person by legal process b : to put (a tenant) out by legal process
2 : to force out : EXPEL synonyms see EJECT
eviction / ɪ`vɪkʃn; ɪˋvɪkʃən/ n ~ (from sth) 1 [U] evicting or being evicted （对房客或佃户的）驱逐: He’s had nowhere to live since his eviction. 他自从被驱逐出住所以来, 就一直无处栖身. * [attrib 作定语] an eviction order, ie an order to leave given by the courts （对房客或佃户的）驱逐令. [C] instance of this （对房客或佃户的）驱逐事件: There have been four evictions from this street recently. 最近这条街上已有四宗驱逐房客事件.
–evictor -‘vik-tər\ noun
evince
/ ɪˈvɪns; ɪˋvɪns/ v [Tn]
1 : to constitute outward evidence of
2 : to display clearly : REVEAL
a child who evinces great intelligence 表现出有极高智力的儿童 * evincing powers of recovery 显示出复原的生理机能.
evoke
/ ɪˈvəuk; ɪˋvok/ v [Tn]
1 : to call forth or up: as a : CONJURE 2A evoke evil spirits b : to cite especially with approval or for support : INVOKE c : to bring to mind or recollection this place evokes memories
2 : to re-create imaginatively
fleece
/ fliːs; flis/ n
[C] (a) woolly hair of a sheep or similar animal 绵羊之类动物的毛: These sheep have fine thick fleeces. 这些绵羊的毛又细又厚. =>illus at sheep 见sheep插图. (b) amount of wool cut from a single sheep at one time 从一只羊身上一次剪得的全部羊毛.
[U] type of fabric with a texture like fleece 像羊毛的纤维: My warmest coat is lined with fleece. 我那件最暖的大衣衬有绒毛里子.
> fleece v
1 [Tn, Tn.pr] ~ sb (of sth) (infml 口) take (a lot of money) from sb, esp by overcharging or tricking him 诈取某人（巨款）; （尤指）敲竹杠: Some local shops are really fleecing the holiday-makers (of their money). 本地的一些商店简直是敲诈来度假的人（的钱）.
2 [Tn] cut or shear the fleece from (a sheep) 剪羊毛.
fleecy adj (-ier, -iest) (appearing) woolly and fluffy （像）羊毛的: fleecy clouds 羊毛状的云彩.
exalt
transitive verb 1 : to raise in rank, power, or character 2 : to elevate by praise or in estimation : GLORIFY 3 obsolete : ELATE 4 : to raise high : ELEVATE 5 : to enhance the activity of : INTENSIFY rousing and exalting the imagination ― George Eliot intransitive verb : to induce exaltation
–exaltedly adverb
–exalter noun
exasperate
/ ɪgˈzæspəreɪt; ɪɡˋzæspəˏret/
exasperate
/ ɪgˈzæspəreɪt; ɪɡˋzæspəˏret/
excise
1 : an internal tax levied on the manufacture, sale, or consumption of a commodity
2 : any of various taxes on privileges often assessed in the form of a license or fee
the excise on beer/spirits/tobacco 啤酒[烈性酒/烟草]消费税 * customs and excise 关税与国内货物税 * [attrib 作定语] an excise officer, ie an official employed in collecting excise 国内货物税务官.
V.
: to remove by or as if by excision
The surgeon excised the lump from her breast. 外科医生切除了她乳房的肿块. * The censor insisted on excising the passage from the film. 电影审查员坚持剪去影片的这一段.
excoriate
1 : to wear off the skin of : ABRADE
2 : to censure scathingly
excrete
/ ɪkˈskriːt; ɪkˋskrit/ v
: to separate and eliminate or discharge (waste) from the blood, tissues, or organs or from the active protoplasm
excruciate
1 : to inflict intense pain on : TORTURE
The enemy excruciate the captives to elicit intelligence.
2 : to subject to intense mental distress
–excruciation -ˌskrü-shē-‘ā-shən, -sē-\ noun
excursion
/ ɪkˈskɜːʃn; US ʒn; ɪkˋskəʒən/ n
1 a : a going out or forth : EXPEDITION b (1) : a usually brief pleasure trip (2) : a trip at special reduced rates
2 : deviation from a direct, definite, or proper course especially : DIGRESSION needless excursions into abstruse theory
3 : a movement outward and back or from a mean position or axis also : the distance traversed : AMPLITUDE the excursion of a piston
exempt
/ ɪgˈzempt; ɪɡˋzɛmpt/ adj
[pred 作表语] ~ (from sth) free from an obligation, duty or payment; not liable 被免除义务或责任; 不用付款; 被豁免: exempt from military service 免服兵役 * exempt from working overtime 免於超时工作 * goods exempt from tax免税货物 * Children under 16 are exempt from prescription charges. 16岁以下的儿童免付处方费.
> exempt v [Tn, Tn.pr] ~ sb/sth (from sth) (fml 文) make sb/sth exempt 使某人[某事物]免除或豁免: His bad eyesight exempted him from military service.他因视力不好而免服兵役. exemption / ɪgˈzempʃn; ɪɡˋzɛmpʃən/ n [U, C].
exert
/ ɪgˈzɜːt; ɪɡˋzət/ v
1 a : to put forth (as strength) the force is exerted sideways
b : to put (oneself) into action or to tiring effort won’t have to exert himself moving the table
2 : to bring to bear especially with sustained effort or lasting effect exerted a bad influence on his students
3 : EMPLOY, WIELD exerted her leadership abilities intelligently
exhale
/ eksˈheɪl; ɛksˋhel/ v [I, Tn] (fml 文)
breathe (sth) out 呼出（某物）: She exhaled slowly to show her annoyance. 她长吁着气以示厌烦. * exhale air from the lungs 从肺中呼出气来 * exhale smoke 吐出烟雾. give off or expel (gas or vapour) 散发或排出（气体）.*
exhalation / ,ekshə`leɪʃn; ,ɛksəˋleʃən/ n (fml 文) 1 [C] act of exhaling 呼气; 排气. 2 [U, C] thing exhaled 被呼出或排出之物: an exhalation of smoke 排出的烟.
imbibe
/ ɪmˈbaɪb; ɪmˋbaɪb/ v
transitive verb
1 archaic : SOAK, STEEP
2 a : to receive into the mind and retain imbibe moral principles b : to assimilate or take into solution
3 a : DRINK b : to take in or up a sponge imbibes moisture
intransitive verb 1 : DRINK 2 2 a : to take in liquid b : to absorb or assimilate moisture, gas, light, or heat
–imbiber noun
exhort
transitive verb : to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly exhorting voters to do the right thing intransitive verb : to give warnings or advice : make urgent appeals
–exhorter noun
exigent
1 : requiring immediate aid or action exigent circumstances 2 : requiring or calling for much : DEMANDING an exigent client
–exigently adverb
exodus
/ ˈeksədəs; ˋɛksədəs/ n
1 capitalized : the mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture ― see BIBLE table 2 : a mass departure : EMIGRATION
the mass exodus of people to the sea and mountains for the summer holidays 为度暑假游山玩水大批人外出 * The play was so awful that there was a general exodus from the theatre at the interval. 那剧十分糟糕, 在幕间休息时观众纷纷离去
exorbitant
/ ɪgˈzɔːbɪtənt; ɪɡˋzɔrbətənt/ adj
1 : not coming within the scope of the law 2 : exceeding the customary or appropriate limits in intensity, quality, amount, or size
exorbitant rents 过高的租金 * The price of food here is exorbitant. 这儿的食物价格太高synonyms see EXCESSIVE
–exorbitantly adverb
perfidy
/ ˈpɜːfɪdɪ; ˋpəfədɪ/
1 : the quality or state of being faithless or disloyal : TREACHERY 2 : an act or an instance of disloyalty
perfidious / pəˈfɪdɪəs; pɚˋfɪdɪəs/ adj ~ (to/towardssb) (fml 文) treacherous, deceitful or disloyal 背叛的; 背信弃义的; 不忠的: betrayed by perfidious allies 遭背信弃义的盟友出卖. perfidiously adv. perfidiousnessn [U].
exorcize, exorcise 1
/ ˈeksɔːsaɪz; ˋɛksɔrˏsaɪz/
1 a : to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration b : to get rid of (something troublesome, menacing, or oppressive) A priest exorcized the ghost from the house. 教士将鬼从房屋中驱走. * (fig 比喻) We gradually exorcized her feelings of panic and terror. 我们帮助她渐渐消除惊恐的感觉
.2 : to free of an evil spirit
–exorciser noun
exotic
/ ɪgˈzɔtɪk; ɪɡˋzɑtɪk/ adj
1 : introduced from another country : not native to the place where found exotic plants 2 archaic : FOREIGN, ALIEN 3 : strikingly, excitingly, or mysteriously different or unusual exotic flavors 4 : of or relating to striptease exotic dancing
–exotically -ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
–exoticness -tik-nəs\ noun
expansive
1 : having a capacity or a tendency to expand 2 : causing or tending to cause expansion
He greeted us with an expansive gesture (eg he stretched his arms wide) and a wide smile. 他手舞足蹈笑逐颜开地迎接我们.3 a : characterized by high spirits, generosity, or readiness to talk : OPEN grew expansive after dinner an expansive after-dinner speaker 健谈的饭後演讲者 * be in an expansive mood after a few drinks 喝了几杯酒以後情绪高涨. b : marked by or indicative of exaggerated euphoria and delusions of self-importance an expansive patient 4 : marked by expansion especially : having a great expanse or extent : SIZABLE, EXTENSIVE an expansive interpretation of the law 5 : characterized by richness, abundance, or magnificence expansive living expansive taste
–expansively adverb
–expansiveness noun
expedient
/ ɪkˈspiːdɪənt; ɪkˋspidɪənt/ adj
1 : suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance 2 : characterized by concern with what is opportune especially : governed by self-interest
–expediently adverb synonyms EXPEDIENT, POLITIC, ADVISABLE mean dictated by practical or prudent motives. EXPEDIENT usually implies what is immediately advantageous without regard for ethics or consistent principles a politically expedient decision. POLITIC stresses judiciousness and tactical value but usually implies some lack of candor or sincerity a politic show of interest. ADVISABLE applies to what is practical, prudent, or advantageous but lacks the derogatory implication of EXPEDIENT and POLITIC sometimes it’s advisable to say nothing.
expedite
/ ˈekspɪdaɪt; ˋɛkspɪˏdaɪt/ v [Tn]
1 : to execute promptly
2 : to accelerate the process or progress of : speed up
Please do what you can to expedite the building work. 请尽量加快建筑工作.
3 : ISSUE, DISPATCH
expedition
ˌek-spə-‘di-shə
1 a : a journey or excursion undertaken for a specific purpose E：send a party of people on an expedition 派一队人去考察 * go on an expedition to the North Pole 到北极去探险 * a hunting expedition 狩猎之行 * (joc 谑) a shopping expedition 购物之行. b : the group of persons making such a journey E：members of the Mount Everest expedition 埃佛勒斯峰（即珠穆朗玛峰）探险队队员.
2 : efficient promptness : SPEED We carried out the captain’s orders with all possible expedition. 我们毫不迟疑地迅速执行船长的命令.
3 : a sending or setting forth
synonyms see HASTE
–expeditioner -sh(ə-)nər\ noun
expeditionary / -ʃənərɪ; US -nerɪ; -ʃən,ɛrɪ/ adj [attrib 作定语] of or forming an expedition 远征的; 探险的; 考察的; 组成远征队等的: an expeditionary force, eg an army sent to take part in a war abroad 远征军（如到国外参战的军队
expeditious
/ ˏekspɪˈdɪʃəs; ˏɛkspɪˋdɪʃəs/ adj (fml 文) done with speed and efficiency 迅速而有效率的; 迅速完成的: an expeditious response 迅速的反应.* expeditiously adv: We will carry out the enquiry as expeditiously as possible. 我们将尽快进行调查.
1 a : a journey or excursion undertaken for a specific purpose E：send a party of people on an expedition 派一队人去考察 * go on an expedition to the North Pole 到北极去探险 * a hunting expedition 狩猎之行 * (joc 谑) a shopping expedition 购物之行. b : the group of persons making such a journey E：members of the Mount Everest expedition 埃佛勒斯峰（即珠穆朗玛峰）探险队队员.
2 : efficient promptness : SPEED We carried out the captain’s orders with all possible expedition. 我们毫不迟疑地迅速执行船长的命令.
3 : a sending or setting forth
synonyms see HASTE
–expeditioner -sh(ə-)nər\ noun
expeditionary / -ʃənərɪ; US -nerɪ; -ʃən,ɛrɪ/ adj [attrib 作定语] of or forming an expedition 远征的; 探险的; 考察的; 组成远征队等的: an expeditionary force, eg an army sent to take part in a war abroad 远征军（如到国外参战的军队
expeditious
/ ˏekspɪˈdɪʃəs; ˏɛkspɪˋdɪʃəs/ adj (fml 文) done with speed and efficiency 迅速而有效率的; 迅速完成的: an expeditious response 迅速的反应.* expeditiously adv: We will carry out the enquiry as expeditiously as possible. 我们将尽快进行调查.
transitive verb
1 obsolete : to put an end to
2 a : to extinguish the guilt incurred by b : to make amends for permission to expiate their offences by their assiduous labours ― Francis Bacon
intransitive verb : to make expiation
–expiable 'ek-spē-ə-bəl\ adjective
–expiator -spē-ˌā-tər\ noun
expiation / ,ekspɪ`eɪʃn; ,ɛkspɪˋeʃən/ n [U] (fml 文): large sums paid to the family in expiation of the wrongs done to them 为赎罪付给事主家人的巨额金
expire
/ ɪkˈspaɪə(r); ɪkˋspaɪr/ v
intransitive verb
1 : to breathe one’s last breath : DIE
2 : to come to an end
Our present lease on the flat expires next month. 我们这套公寓的租约下月到期. * When does your driving licence expire? 你的驾驶执照何时到期?
3 : to emit the breath
transitive verb
1 obsolete : CONCLUDE
2 : to breathe out from or as if from the lungs
3 archaic : EMIT
expiration / ,ekspɪ`reɪʃn; ,ɛkspəˋreʃən/ n [U] (fml 文) 1 ending, esp of the period when a contract, etc is in force 终止, 届期, 期满, 满期（尤指合同等的有效期）: the expiration of the lease, tenancy, agreement, contract, etc 租约﹑ 租用﹑ 协议﹑ 合同等的期满.
2 (esp medical 尤用於医学) breathing out (of air) （空气的）呼出.
explicit
/ ɪkˈsplɪsɪt; ɪkˋsplɪsɪt/ adj
1 a : fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent explicit instructions b : open in the depiction of nudity or sexuality explicit books and films
2 : fully developed or formulated an explicit plan an explicit notion of our objective
3 : unambiguous in expression was very explicit on how we are to behave
4 of a mathematical function : defined by an expression containing only independent variables ― compare IMPLICIT 1c
–explicitly adverb
exploit
/ ˈeksplɔɪt; ˋɛksplɔɪt/ n [C] brave or adventurous deed or action 英勇的或冒险的行为或事迹: The daring exploits of the parachutists were much admired. 跳伞者大胆的冒险动作令人赞叹不已. * (joc 谑) I’m not interested in hearing about Bill’s amorous exploits. 我没兴 趣听比尔那些色胆包天的事. =>Usage at act1 用法见act1. exploit 2
/ ɪkˈsplɔɪt; ɪkˋsplɔɪt/ v [Tn]
use, work or develop fully (esp mines and other natural resources) 利用或开发（尤指矿藏和其他自然资源）: exploit oil reserves, water power, solar energy, etc 开发石油资源﹑ 开发水利资源﹑ 利用太阳能.
use (sb/sth) selfishly and unfairly for one’s own advantage or profit 剥削或利用（某人[某事物]）: child labour exploited in factories 在工厂中受剥削的童工 * exploit a situation for one’s own advantage 趁着形势谋取私利 * They exploited her generosity shamelessly. 他们无耻地利用了她的慷慨.
> exploitable adj that can be exploited 可利用的; 可开发的; 可剥削的: few exploitable coal-mines 少量可开采的煤矿.
exploitation / ˏeksplɔɪˈteɪʃn; ˏɛksplɔɪˋteʃən/ n [U] exploiting or being exploited 利用; 开发; 剥削: full exploitation of oil wells 充分利用油井资源 * the exploitation of child labour 对童工的剥削.
exponent
/ ɪkˈspəunənt; ɪkˋsponənt/ n
1 : a symbol written above and to the right of a mathematical expression to indicate the operation of raising to a power 2 a : one that expounds or interprets b : one that champions, practices, or exemplifies
an exponent of free trade 自由贸易的拥护者 * Huxley was an exponent of Darwin’s theory of evolution. 赫胥黎是达尔文进化论的鼓吹者. the most famous exponent of mime 最着名的哑剧表演大师 * She’s a practised exponent of the sport of water-skiing. 她是滑水运动健将.
exponential / ,ekspəu`nenʃl; ,ɛkspoˋnɛnʃəl/ adj (mathematics 数) 1 of or indicated by an exponent(3) 指数的; 幂的: 24 is an exponential expression. 24是一个指数式. 2 produced or indicated by multiplying a set of numbers by themselves 由指数产生或表示的: an exponential function 指数函数 * (fig 比喻) exponential (ie more and more rapid) growth 越来越快的增长 * an exponential curve, eg on a graph indicating population increase 指数曲线（如人口增长示意图上的）. exponentially / -ʃəlɪ; -ʃəlɪ/ adv: increase exponentially. 按指数增长.
expostulate
/ ɪkˈspɔstʃuleɪt; ɪkˋspɑstʃəˏlet/ v
[I, Ipr] ~ (with sb) (on/about sth) (fml 文) make a protest (to sb); reason or argue (with sb), esp to persuade him not to do sth （向某人）提抗议; （与某人）讲道理或争论; （尤指）规劝, 劝戒: They expostulated with him about the risks involved in his plan. 他们指出他的计划有风险, 劝他放弃.
> expostulation / ɪkˏspɔstʃuˈleɪʃn; ɪkˏspɑstʃəˋleʃən/ n [U, C] (making a) protest; reasoned persuasion, etc 抗议; 规劝; 劝戒: My expostulation(s) had no effect. 我提出的劝告毫无作用.
expunge
/ ɪkˈspʌndʒ; ɪkˋspʌndʒ/
1 : to strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
Her name was expunged from the list. 她的名字已从名册上除掉.
2 : to efface completely : DESTROY
3 : to eliminate (as a memory) from one’s consciousness
He could not expunge the incident from his memory. 他无法忘掉这件事.
–expunger noun
expurgate
: to cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous especially : to expunge objectionable parts from before publication or presentation an expurgated edition of the letters
–expurgation \ˌek-spər-‘gā-shən\ noun
–expurgator 'ek-spər-ˌgā-tər\ noun
exquisite
/ ˈekskwɪzɪt, also ɪkˈskwɪzɪt; ˋɛkskwɪzɪt, ɪkˋskwɪ-zɪt/ adj
1 : carefully selected : CHOICE 2 archaic : ACCURATE 3 a : marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution an exquisite vase b : marked by nice discrimination, deep sensitivity, or subtle understanding exquisite taste c : ACCOMPLISHED, PERFECTED an exquisite gentleman 4 a : pleasing through beauty, fitness, or perfection an exquisite white blossom b : ACUTE, INTENSE exquisite pain c : having uncommon or esoteric appeal
extant
/ ekˈstænt; US ˈekstənt; ˋɛkstənt/ adj
1 archaic : standing out or above 2 a : currently or actually existing the most charming writer extant ― G. W. Johnson b : still existing : not destroyed or lost extant manuscripts
extemporaneous
/ ekˏstempəˈreɪnɪəs; ɛkˏstɛmpəˋrenɪəs/ adj
1 a (1) : composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : IMPROMPTU *an extemporaneous comment* (2) : carefully prepared but delivered without notes or text b : skilled at or given to extemporaneous utterance c : happening suddenly and often unexpectedly and usually without clearly known causes or relationships *a great deal of criminal and delinquent behavior is⋯extemporaneous ― W. C. Reckless* 2 : provided, made, or put to use as an expedient : MAKESHIFT *an extemporaneous shelter*
extenuate
/ ɪkˈstenjueɪt; ɪkˋstɛnjʊˏet/
1 a archaic : to make light of b : to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of by making partial excuses : MITIGATE extenuating circumstances c obsolete : DISPARAGE 2 a archaic : to make thin or emaciated b : to lessen the strength or effect of
Nothing can extenuate such appalling behaviour. 这种骇人听闻的行径罪无可恕. * Because of extenuating circumstances (ie facts taken into consideration that might be regarded as an excuse), the court acquitted him of the crime. 因考虑到情有可原, 法庭判他无罪.
resuscitate
/ rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt; rɪˋsʌsəˏtet/
transitive verb : to revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness also : REVITALIZE intransitive verb : COME TO, REVIVE
–resuscitation \ri-ˌsə-sə-‘tā-shən, ˌrē-\ noun
–resuscitative \ri-‘sə-sə-ˌtā-tiv\ adjective
extirpate
/ ˈekstəpeɪt; ˋɛkstɚˏpet/
1 a : to destroy completely : WIPE OUT b : to pull up by the root
extirpate social evils 根除社会弊端 *extirpate dissent, opposition, etc 清除异端﹑ 对立面等.2 : to cut out by surgery synonyms see EXTERMINATE
–extirpation \ˌek-stər-‘pā-shən\ noun
–extirpator 'ek-stər-ˌpā-tər\ noun
lambaste
/ læmˈbeɪst; læmˋbest/
1 : to assault violently : BEAT, WHIP 2 : to attack verbally : CENSURE critics lambasted his performance
extort
/ ɪkˈstɔːt; ɪkˋstɔrt/ v
: to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : WRING also : to gain especially by ingenuity or compelling argument
extort money from sb 勒索某人的金钱 * The police used torture to extort a confession from him. 警方对他严刑逼供
.synonyms see EDUCE
extortion / ɪk`stɔːʃən; ɪkˋstɔrʃən/ n [U] action of extorting 强夺; 强抢; 勒索; 敲诈: obtain money by extortion 勒索金钱. [C] instance of this 强夺; 强抢;勒索; 敲诈. extortioner / -ʃənə(r); -ʃənɚ/, extortionist/-FEnIst; -FEnIst/ ns person who extorts 强夺者; 强抢者; 勒索者; 敲诈者: [attrib 作定语] extortionist methods 敲诈勒索的手段.
interpolate
/ ɪnˈtɜːpəleɪt; ɪnˋtəpəˏlet/ v
transitive verb 1 a : to alter or corrupt (as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter b : to insert (words) into a text or into a conversation 2 : to insert between other things or parts : INTERCALATE 3 : to estimate values of (data or a function) between two known values intransitive verb : to make insertions (as of estimated values) synonyms see INTRODUCE
–interpolation -ˌtər-pə-‘lā-shən\ noun
–interpolative -‘tər-pə-ˌlā-tiv\ adjective
–interpolator -ˌlā-tər\ noun
extricate
/ ˈekstrɪkeɪt; ˋɛkstrɪˏket/ v
1 a archaic : UNRAVEL b : to distinguish from a related thing 2 : to free or remove from an entanglement or difficulty
The bird had to be extricated from the netting. 要把小鸟从网中救出. * extricate oneself from an unhappy love affair 使自己摆脱不快的爱情纠葛.
–extricable \ik-‘stri-kə-bəl, ek-‘, ‘ek-(ˌ)\ adjective
–extrication \ˌek-strə-‘kā-shən\ noun
extrovert
/ ˈekstrəvɜːt; ˋɛkstrəˏvət/ n
: one whose personality is characterized by extroversion broadly : a gregarious and unreserved person
–extrovert also extravert adjective
–extroverted also extraverted -ˌvər-təd, ˌek-strə-‘vər-\ adjective
exuberant
/ ɪgˈzjuːbərənt; US -ˈzuː-; ɪɡˋzubərənt/ adj
(esp of people and their behaviour) overflowing with happiness and excitement; very lively and cheerful （尤指人和行为）兴高采烈的, 活跃的, 愉快的: exuberant children at a fair 在游乐场上兴高采烈的儿童 * She gave an exuberant account of the party. 她生动地介绍了那一聚会的情形.
(of plants, etc) growing vigorously; luxuriant （指植物等）茁壮的, 茂盛的; 繁茂的: plants with exuberant foliage 枝叶扶疏的植物 * (fig 比喻) an exuberant imagination 丰富的想像力.
> exuberance / -rəns; -rəns/ n [U] state or quality of being exuberant 兴高采烈; 活跃; 愉快; 茁壮; 茂盛: the natural exuberance of young children 幼儿固有的活泼 * The speaker’s exuberance enlivened a boring conference. 讲演者谈笑风生, 使死气沉沉的会议顿添生气.
exuberantly adv.
exude
/ ɪgˈzjuːbərənt; US -ˈzuː-; ɪɡˋzubərənt/ adj
intransitive verb 1 : to ooze out
Sweat exudes through the pores. 汗从毛孔中渗出. * The hot sun made him exude sweat. 烈日晒得他汗流浃背.2 : to undergo diffusion
transitive verb
1 : to cause to ooze or spread out in all directions
2 : to display conspicuously or abundantly exudes charm
exude cheerfulness 流露出愉快的神情 * He exudes confidence and energy. 他信心十足﹑ 精力充沛.
exult
1 obsolete : to leap for joy 2 : to be extremely joyful : REJOICE the team exulted in their victory
exult at her sister’s success 对她姐姐的成功欣喜若狂 * He obviously exulted in winning. 他获胜後喜形於色. * exulting to find that one has succeeded 对自己的成功欢欣鼓舞.
–exultingly -‘zəl-tiŋ-lē\ adverb
exultant/-Ent; -nt/ adj ~ (at sth) exulting; triumphant 欢欣的; 狂喜的; 欢跃的: an exultant shout of victory 胜利的欢呼声 * exultant at one’s success 为自己的成功而欢欣鼓舞.
exultantly adv: exultantly proud 扬扬得意.
exultation / ,egzʌl`teɪʃn; ,ɛgzʌlˋteʃən/ n [U] ~ (at sth) great happiness 狂喜; 大喜; 欢跃; 得意: the exultaion of the winner 获胜者的欢欣雀跃.
fabric
1 a : STRUCTURE, BUILDING b : underlying structure : FRAMEWORK the fabric of society The entire fabric of the church needs renovation. 这座教堂的全部结构需要维修翻新.2 : an act of constructing : ERECTION specifically : the construction and maintenance of a church building 3 a : structural plan or style of construction b : TEXTURE, QUALITY ― used chiefly of textiles c : the arrangement of physical components (as of soil) in relation to each other
woollen, silk, cotton, etc fabrics 毛﹑ 丝﹑ 棉等的织物.4 a : CLOTH 1A b : a material that resembles cloth 5 : the appearance or pattern produced by the shapes and arrangement of the crystal grains in a rock
facade
1 : the front of a building also : any face of a building given special architectural treatment a museum’s east facade 2 : a false, superficial, or artificial appearance or effectSqualor and poverty lay behind the city’s glittering facade. 这城市表面繁华, 背後却肮脏和贫困
facet
/ ˈfæsɪt; ˋfæsɪt/ n
any of the many sides of a cut stone or jewel 宝石或首饰的小平面; 刻面.
aspect of a situation or problem 情况或问题的方面: There are many facets to this question. 这个问题有很多方面.
> -faceted (forming compound adjs 用以构成复合形容词) with the specified number of sides or aspects 有若干面或方面的: many-faceted/ multi-faceted.
wag 1
/ wæg; wæɡ/ v (-gg-)
intransitive verb 1 : to be in motion : STIR 2 : to move to and fro or up and down especially with quick jerky motions
The dog’s tail wagged.那条狗尾巴摆了摆. * The dog wagged its tail excitedly. 那条狗兴奋地直摇尾巴. * wag one’s finger at sb, ie as a way of showing one’s disapproval of him 向某人摇手指（表示不赞成）.3 : to move in chatter or gossip scandal caused tongues to wag 4 archaic : DEPART 5 : WADDLE transitive verb 1 : to swing to and fro or up and down especially with quick jerky motions : SWITCH a dog wagging its tail specifically : to nod (the head) or shake (a finger) at (as in assent or mild reproof) 2 : to move (as the tongue) animatedly in conversation
the tail wagging the dog situation in which a minor part of sth is controlling or determining the course of the whole 尾巴摇狗（次要部分支配或决定全局）.
–wagger noun
n.1 : WIT, JOKER 2 obsolete : a young man : CHAP
He's a bit of a wag. 他爱开点玩笑.
waggish / wægɪʃ; ˋwæɡɪʃ/ adj (dated 旧) of, like, done or made by a wag （似）爱开玩笑的; 诙谐的人做的: waggish remarks, tricks, youngsters 诙谐的言语﹑ 花招﹑ 年轻人. waggishly adv. waggishness n [U].
facile
/ ˈfsaɪl; US ˈfæsl; ˋfæsl/ adj
1 a (1) : easily accomplished or attained a facile victory (2) : SHALLOW, SIMPLISTIC I am not concerned⋯with offering any facile solution for so complex a problem ― T. S. Eliot b : used or comprehended with ease c : readily manifested and often lacking sincerity or depth facile tears 2 archaic : mild or pleasing in manner or disposition 3 a : READY, FLUENT facile prose b : POISED, ASSURED synonyms see EASY
–facilely -sə(l)-lē\ adverb
–facileness -səl-nəs\ noun
facility
1 : the quality of being easily performed 2 : ease in performance : APTITUDE have (a) great facility for (learning) languages 有（学习）语言的天才 * He plays the piano with surprising facility. 他弹奏钢琴神乎其技.3 : readiness of compliance 4 a (1) : something that makes an action, operation, or course of conduct easier ― usually used in plural facilities for study (2) : LAVATORY 2 ― often used in plural b : something (as a hospital) that is built, installed, or established to serve a particular purpose
sports facilities, eg running tracks, swimming pools 运动设施（如跑道﹑ 游泳池） * washing, postal, shopping, banking, etc facilities 洗涤﹑ 邮政﹑ 购物﹑ 银行等设施 * facilities for study, eg libraries 有助学习的设施（如图书馆）.
faction
1 : a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : CLIQUE 2 : party spirit especially when marked by dissension
–factional -shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective
–factionalism -shnə-ˌli-zəm, -shə-nə-ˌliz-\ noun
–factionally -ē\ adverb
factious / `fækʃəs; ˋfækʃəs/ adj of or causedby faction 派系的; 由派性产生的. fond of faction; quarrelsome 喜好派性的; 爱争吵的: a factious individual派性强的人.
falcon
/ ˈfɔːlkən; US ˈfælkən; ˋfælkən/
n small bird of prey 猎鹰.
> falconer n (a) person who trains falcons to hunt and kill other birds or animals for sport 训练猎鹰者. (b) person who keeps trained falcons 养猎鹰者.
falconry / -rɪ; -rɪ/ n [U] (a) sport of hunting with falcons 放鹰捕猎; 鹰猎. (b) art of breeding and training falcons 猎鹰饲养术; 猎鹰训练术.
fallible
/ ˈfæləbl; ˋfæləbl/ adj
liable to make mistakes 易犯错误的: We are fallible beings. 我们都难免犯错误. > fallibility / ˏfæləˈbɪlətɪ; ˏfæləˋbɪlətɪ/ n [U].
fallow
/ ˈfæləu; ˋfælo/ adj
(of land) ploughed but left unplanted to restore its fertility （指耕地）?过而未耕种的, 休闲的: allow land to lie fallow 让耕地休闲.
> fallow n [U] fallow land 休闲地; 休耕地.
falter
/ ˈfɔːltə(r); ˋfɔltɚ/
intransitive verb 1 a : to walk unsteadily : STUMBLE b : to give way : TOTTER could feel my legs faltering c : to move waveringly or hesitatingly 2 : to speak brokenly or weakly : STAMMER her voice faltered 3 a : to hesitate in purpose or action : WAVER he never faltered in his determination b : to lose drive or effectiveness the business was faltering transitive verb : to utter hesitatingly or brokenly synonyms see HESITATE
–falterer -tər-ər\ noun
–falteringly -t(ə-)riŋ-lē\ adverb
famish
transitive verb 1 : to cause to suffer severely from hunger 2 archaic : to cause to starve to
fanatic
/ fəˈnætɪk; fəˋnætɪk/
: marked by excessive enthusiasm and often intense uncritical devotion they’re fanatic about politics
–fanatic noun
–fanatically \fə-‘na-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
–fanaticalness -kəl-nəs\ noun
fantasy
(also phantasy) / ˈfæntəsɪ; ˋfæntəsɪ/
1 obsolete : HALLUCINATION 2 : FANCY especially : the free play of creative imagination 3 : a creation of the imaginative faculty whether expressed or merely conceived: as a : a fanciful design or invention b : a chimerical or fantastic notion c : FANTASIA 1 d : imaginative fiction featuring especially strange settings and grotesque characters ― called also fantasy fiction 4 : CAPRICE 5 : the power or process of creating especially unrealistic or improbable mental images in response to psychological need an object of fantasy also : a mental image or a series of mental images (as a daydream) so created sexual fantasies of adolescence 6 : a coin usually not intended for circulation as currency and often issued by a dubious authority (as a government-in-exile)
farce
/ fɑːs; fɑrs/ n
(a) [C] funny play for the theatre based on unlikely situations and events 笑剧; 闹剧; 滑稽戏. (b) [U] plays of this type 笑剧﹑ 闹剧一类的剧目: I prefer farce to tragedy. 我喜欢笑剧而不喜欢悲剧.
[C] absurd and pointless proceedings 荒唐而无意义的行动: The prisoner’s trial was a farce. 对那个囚犯的审讯简直是胡闹.
> farcical / ˈfɑːsɪkl; ˋfɑrsɪkl/ adj absurd; ridiculous 荒谬的; 可笑的. farcically / -klɪ; -klɪ/ adv.
fatuity
1 a : something foolish or stupid b : STUPIDITY, FOOLISHNESS
2 archaic : IMBECILITY, DEMENTIA
fatuous
/ ˈfætʃuəs; ˋfætʃʊəs/ adj
: complacently or inanely foolish : SILLY a fatuous remark synonyms see SIMPLE
–fatuously adverb
–fatuousness noun
faze
/ feɪz; fez/ v [Tn] (infml 口 esp US) fluster (sb)
: to disturb the composure of : DISCONCERT, DAUNT nothing fazed her
feasible
/ ˈfiːzəbl; ˋfizəbl/ adj
1 : capable of being done or carried out a feasible plan 2 : capable of being used or dealt with successfully : SUITABLE 3 : REASONABLE, LIKELY synonyms see POSSIBLE feasibility / ,fiːzə-`bɪlətɪ; ,fizəˋbɪlətɪ/ n [U]: [attrib 作定语] We should do a feasibility study before adopting the new proposals. 我们在采用这些新建议之前应进行可行性研究. feasibly/-EblI; -EblI/ adv.
feckless
/ ˈfeklɪs; ˋfɛklɪs/ adj
1 : WEAK, INEFFECTIVE 2 : WORTHLESS, IRRESPONSIBLE
–fecklessly adverb
–fecklessness noun
fecund
/ ˈfiːkənd, ˈfekənd; ˋfikənd, ˋfɛkənd/ adj
1 : fruitful in offspring or vegetation : PROLIFIC 2 : intellectually productive or inventive to a marked degree a fecund imagination
synonyms see FERTILE
–fecundity \fi-‘kən-də-tē, fe-\ noun
feint 1
/ feɪnt; fent/
: something feigned specifically : a mock blow or attack on or toward one part in order to distract attention from the point one really intends to attack
vi.: to make a feint
felicitous
/ fəˈlɪsɪtəs; fəˋlɪsətəs/ adj
1 : very well suited or expressed : APT a felicitous remark 2 : PLEASANT, DELIGHTFUL felicitous weather synonyms see FIT
–felicitously adverb
–felicitousness noun
felon
/ˈfelən/
1 : one who has committed a felony 2 archaic : VILLAIN 3 : WHITLOW felony / `felənɪ; ˋfɛlənɪ/ n [C, U] (law 律) serious crime, eg murder, armed robbery or arson 重罪（如谋杀﹑ 持械抢劫或放火）: a series of felonies 一连串的重罪案 * be convicted of felony 被判犯有重罪.* felon / `felən; ˋfɛlən/ n person guilty of felony 重罪犯.felonious / fə`ləunɪəs; fəˋlonɪəs/ adj of or involving felony; criminal 重罪的; 犯重罪的
fender
/ ˈfendə(r); ˋfɛndɚ/ n
n metal frame placed around a fireplace to prevent burning coal, etc from falling out or young children from falling in 壁炉的栅栏. mass of rope, piece of wood, rubber tyre, etc, hung on the side of a boat to prevent damage, eg when it is alongside a wharf or another boat 护舷垫（船舷悬挂的绳团﹑ 木块﹑ 轮胎等, 防碰损用）. (US) (a) mudguard (mud) of a bicycle, etc （自行车等的）挡泥板. (b) = wing 4.
feral
/ ˈfɪərəl; US ˈferəl; ˋfɛrəl/ adj
1 : of, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast feral teeth feral instincts 2 a : not domesticated or cultivated : WILD b : having escaped from domestication and become wild feral cats synonyms see BRUTAL
–feral noun
【反】cultivated（adj 耕耘的；有教养的；驯化的）”
facility
1 : the quality of being easily performed 2 : ease in performance : APTITUDE have (a) great facility for (learning) languages 有（学习）语言的天才 * He plays the piano with surprising facility. 他弹奏钢琴神乎其技.3 : readiness of compliance 4 a (1) : something that makes an action, operation, or course of conduct easier ― usually used in plural facilities for study (2) : LAVATORY 2 ― often used in plural b : something (as a hospital) that is built, installed, or established to serve a particular purpose
sports facilities, eg running tracks, swimming pools 运动设施（如跑道﹑ 游泳池） * washing, postal, shopping, banking, etc facilities 洗涤﹑ 邮政﹑ 购物﹑ 银行等设施 * facilities for study, eg libraries 有助学习的设施（如图书馆）.
facility
1 : the quality of being easily performed 2 : ease in performance : APTITUDE have (a) great facility for (learning) languages 有（学习）语言的天才 * He plays the piano with surprising facility. 他弹奏钢琴神乎其技.3 : readiness of compliance 4 a (1) : something that makes an action, operation, or course of conduct easier ― usually used in plural facilities for study (2) : LAVATORY 2 ― often used in plural b : something (as a hospital) that is built, installed, or established to serve a particular purpose
sports facilities, eg running tracks, swimming pools 运动设施（如跑道﹑ 游泳池） * washing, postal, shopping, banking, etc facilities 洗涤﹑ 邮政﹑ 购物﹑ 银行等设施 * facilities for study, eg libraries 有助学习的设施（如图书馆）.
faction
1 : a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : CLIQUE 2 : party spirit especially when marked by dissension
–factional -shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective
–factionalism -shnə-ˌli-zəm, -shə-nə-ˌliz-\ noun
–factionally -ē\ adverb
factious / `fækʃəs; ˋfækʃəs/ adj of or causedby faction 派系的; 由派性产生的. fond of faction; quarrelsome 喜好派性的; 爱争吵的: a factious individual派性强的人.
faction
1 : a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : CLIQUE 2 : party spirit especially when marked by dissension
–factional -shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective
–factionalism -shnə-ˌli-zəm, -shə-nə-ˌliz-\ noun
–factionally -ē\ adverb
factious / `fækʃəs; ˋfækʃəs/ adj of or causedby faction 派系的; 由派性产生的. fond of faction; quarrelsome 喜好派性的; 爱争吵的: a factious individual派性强的人.
falcon
/ ˈfɔːlkən; US ˈfælkən; ˋfælkən/
n small bird of prey 猎鹰.
> falconer n (a) person who trains falcons to hunt and kill other birds or animals for sport 训练猎鹰者. (b) person who keeps trained falcons 养猎鹰者.
falconry / -rɪ; -rɪ/ n [U] (a) sport of hunting with falcons 放鹰捕猎; 鹰猎. (b) art of breeding and training falcons 猎鹰饲养术; 猎鹰训练术.
falcon
/ ˈfɔːlkən; US ˈfælkən; ˋfælkən/
n small bird of prey 猎鹰.
> falconer n (a) person who trains falcons to hunt and kill other birds or animals for sport 训练猎鹰者. (b) person who keeps trained falcons 养猎鹰者.
falconry / -rɪ; -rɪ/ n [U] (a) sport of hunting with falcons 放鹰捕猎; 鹰猎. (b) art of breeding and training falcons 猎鹰饲养术; 猎鹰训练术.
fallible
/ ˈfæləbl; ˋfæləbl/ adj
liable to make mistakes 易犯错误的: We are fallible beings. 我们都难免犯错误. > fallibility / ˏfæləˈbɪlətɪ; ˏfæləˋbɪlətɪ/ n [U].
fallible
/ ˈfæləbl; ˋfæləbl/ adj
liable to make mistakes 易犯错误的: We are fallible beings. 我们都难免犯错误. > fallibility / ˏfæləˈbɪlətɪ; ˏfæləˋbɪlətɪ/ n [U].
fallow
/ ˈfæləu; ˋfælo/ adj
(of land) ploughed but left unplanted to restore its fertility （指耕地）?过而未耕种的, 休闲的: allow land to lie fallow 让耕地休闲.
> fallow n [U] fallow land 休闲地; 休耕地.
fallow
/ ˈfæləu; ˋfælo/ adj
(of land) ploughed but left unplanted to restore its fertility （指耕地）?过而未耕种的, 休闲的: allow land to lie fallow 让耕地休闲.
> fallow n [U] fallow land 休闲地; 休耕地.
falter
/ ˈfɔːltə(r); ˋfɔltɚ/
intransitive verb 1 a : to walk unsteadily : STUMBLE b : to give way : TOTTER could feel my legs faltering c : to move waveringly or hesitatingly 2 : to speak brokenly or weakly : STAMMER her voice faltered 3 a : to hesitate in purpose or action : WAVER he never faltered in his determination b : to lose drive or effectiveness the business was faltering transitive verb : to utter hesitatingly or brokenly synonyms see HESITATE
–falterer -tər-ər\ noun
–falteringly -t(ə-)riŋ-lē\ adverb
falter
/ ˈfɔːltə(r); ˋfɔltɚ/
intransitive verb 1 a : to walk unsteadily : STUMBLE b : to give way : TOTTER could feel my legs faltering c : to move waveringly or hesitatingly 2 : to speak brokenly or weakly : STAMMER her voice faltered 3 a : to hesitate in purpose or action : WAVER he never faltered in his determination b : to lose drive or effectiveness the business was faltering transitive verb : to utter hesitatingly or brokenly synonyms see HESITATE
–falterer -tər-ər\ noun
–falteringly -t(ə-)riŋ-lē\ adverb
famish
transitive verb 1 : to cause to suffer severely from hunger 2 archaic : to cause to starve to
famish
transitive verb 1 : to cause to suffer severely from hunger 2 archaic : to cause to starve to
fanatic
/ fəˈnætɪk; fəˋnætɪk/
: marked by excessive enthusiasm and often intense uncritical devotion they’re fanatic about politics
–fanatic noun
–fanatically \fə-‘na-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
–fanaticalness -kəl-nəs\ noun
fanatic
/ fəˈnætɪk; fəˋnætɪk/
: marked by excessive enthusiasm and often intense uncritical devotion they’re fanatic about politics
–fanatic noun
–fanatically \fə-‘na-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
–fanaticalness -kəl-nəs\ noun
fantasy
(also phantasy) / ˈfæntəsɪ; ˋfæntəsɪ/
1 obsolete : HALLUCINATION 2 : FANCY especially : the free play of creative imagination 3 : a creation of the imaginative faculty whether expressed or merely conceived: as a : a fanciful design or invention b : a chimerical or fantastic notion c : FANTASIA 1 d : imaginative fiction featuring especially strange settings and grotesque characters ― called also fantasy fiction 4 : CAPRICE 5 : the power or process of creating especially unrealistic or improbable mental images in response to psychological need an object of fantasy also : a mental image or a series of mental images (as a daydream) so created sexual fantasies of adolescence 6 : a coin usually not intended for circulation as currency and often issued by a dubious authority (as a government-in-exile)
fantasy
(also phantasy) / ˈfæntəsɪ; ˋfæntəsɪ/
1 obsolete : HALLUCINATION 2 : FANCY especially : the free play of creative imagination 3 : a creation of the imaginative faculty whether expressed or merely conceived: as a : a fanciful design or invention b : a chimerical or fantastic notion c : FANTASIA 1 d : imaginative fiction featuring especially strange settings and grotesque characters ― called also fantasy fiction 4 : CAPRICE 5 : the power or process of creating especially unrealistic or improbable mental images in response to psychological need an object of fantasy also : a mental image or a series of mental images (as a daydream) so created sexual fantasies of adolescence 6 : a coin usually not intended for circulation as currency and often issued by a dubious authority (as a government-in-exile)
farce
/ fɑːs; fɑrs/ n
(a) [C] funny play for the theatre based on unlikely situations and events 笑剧; 闹剧; 滑稽戏. (b) [U] plays of this type 笑剧﹑ 闹剧一类的剧目: I prefer farce to tragedy. 我喜欢笑剧而不喜欢悲剧.
[C] absurd and pointless proceedings 荒唐而无意义的行动: The prisoner’s trial was a farce. 对那个囚犯的审讯简直是胡闹.
> farcical / ˈfɑːsɪkl; ˋfɑrsɪkl/ adj absurd; ridiculous 荒谬的; 可笑的. farcically / -klɪ; -klɪ/ adv.
farce
/ fɑːs; fɑrs/ n
(a) [C] funny play for the theatre based on unlikely situations and events 笑剧; 闹剧; 滑稽戏. (b) [U] plays of this type 笑剧﹑ 闹剧一类的剧目: I prefer farce to tragedy. 我喜欢笑剧而不喜欢悲剧.
[C] absurd and pointless proceedings 荒唐而无意义的行动: The prisoner’s trial was a farce. 对那个囚犯的审讯简直是胡闹.
> farcical / ˈfɑːsɪkl; ˋfɑrsɪkl/ adj absurd; ridiculous 荒谬的; 可笑的. farcically / -klɪ; -klɪ/ adv.
fatuity
1 a : something foolish or stupid b : STUPIDITY, FOOLISHNESS
2 archaic : IMBECILITY, DEMENTIA
fatuity
1 a : something foolish or stupid b : STUPIDITY, FOOLISHNESS
2 archaic : IMBECILITY, DEMENTIA
fatuous
/ ˈfætʃuəs; ˋfætʃʊəs/ adj
: complacently or inanely foolish : SILLY a fatuous remark synonyms see SIMPLE
–fatuously adverb
–fatuousness noun
fatuous
/ ˈfætʃuəs; ˋfætʃʊəs/ adj
: complacently or inanely foolish : SILLY a fatuous remark synonyms see SIMPLE
–fatuously adverb
–fatuousness noun
faze
/ feɪz; fez/ v [Tn] (infml 口 esp US) fluster (sb)
: to disturb the composure of : DISCONCERT, DAUNT nothing fazed her
faze
/ feɪz; fez/ v [Tn] (infml 口 esp US) fluster (sb)
: to disturb the composure of : DISCONCERT, DAUNT nothing fazed her
feasible
/ ˈfiːzəbl; ˋfizəbl/ adj
1 : capable of being done or carried out a feasible plan 2 : capable of being used or dealt with successfully : SUITABLE 3 : REASONABLE, LIKELY synonyms see POSSIBLE feasibility / ,fiːzə-`bɪlətɪ; ,fizəˋbɪlətɪ/ n [U]: [attrib 作定语] We should do a feasibility study before adopting the new proposals. 我们在采用这些新建议之前应进行可行性研究. feasibly/-EblI; -EblI/ adv.
feasible
/ ˈfiːzəbl; ˋfizəbl/ adj
1 : capable of being done or carried out a feasible plan 2 : capable of being used or dealt with successfully : SUITABLE 3 : REASONABLE, LIKELY synonyms see POSSIBLE feasibility / ,fiːzə-`bɪlətɪ; ,fizəˋbɪlətɪ/ n [U]: [attrib 作定语] We should do a feasibility study before adopting the new proposals. 我们在采用这些新建议之前应进行可行性研究. feasibly/-EblI; -EblI/ adv.
feckless
/ ˈfeklɪs; ˋfɛklɪs/ adj
1 : WEAK, INEFFECTIVE 2 : WORTHLESS, IRRESPONSIBLE
–fecklessly adverb
–fecklessness noun
feckless
/ ˈfeklɪs; ˋfɛklɪs/ adj
1 : WEAK, INEFFECTIVE 2 : WORTHLESS, IRRESPONSIBLE
–fecklessly adverb
–fecklessness noun
fecund
/ ˈfiːkənd, ˈfekənd; ˋfikənd, ˋfɛkənd/ adj
1 : fruitful in offspring or vegetation : PROLIFIC 2 : intellectually productive or inventive to a marked degree a fecund imagination
synonyms see FERTILE
–fecundity \fi-‘kən-də-tē, fe-\ noun
fecund
/ ˈfiːkənd, ˈfekənd; ˋfikənd, ˋfɛkənd/ adj
1 : fruitful in offspring or vegetation : PROLIFIC 2 : intellectually productive or inventive to a marked degree a fecund imagination
synonyms see FERTILE
–fecundity \fi-‘kən-də-tē, fe-\ noun
feint 1
/ feɪnt; fent/
: something feigned specifically : a mock blow or attack on or toward one part in order to distract attention from the point one really intends to attack
vi.: to make a feint
feint 1
/ feɪnt; fent/
: something feigned specifically : a mock blow or attack on or toward one part in order to distract attention from the point one really intends to attack
vi.: to make a feint
felicitous
/ fəˈlɪsɪtəs; fəˋlɪsətəs/ adj
1 : very well suited or expressed : APT a felicitous remark 2 : PLEASANT, DELIGHTFUL felicitous weather synonyms see FIT
–felicitously adverb
–felicitousness noun
felicitous
/ fəˈlɪsɪtəs; fəˋlɪsətəs/ adj
1 : very well suited or expressed : APT a felicitous remark 2 : PLEASANT, DELIGHTFUL felicitous weather synonyms see FIT
–felicitously adverb
–felicitousness noun
felon
/ˈfelən/
1 : one who has committed a felony 2 archaic : VILLAIN 3 : WHITLOW felony / `felənɪ; ˋfɛlənɪ/ n [C, U] (law 律) serious crime, eg murder, armed robbery or arson 重罪（如谋杀﹑ 持械抢劫或放火）: a series of felonies 一连串的重罪案 * be convicted of felony 被判犯有重罪.* felon / `felən; ˋfɛlən/ n person guilty of felony 重罪犯.felonious / fə`ləunɪəs; fəˋlonɪəs/ adj of or involving felony; criminal 重罪的; 犯重罪的
felon
/ˈfelən/
1 : one who has committed a felony 2 archaic : VILLAIN 3 : WHITLOW felony / `felənɪ; ˋfɛlənɪ/ n [C, U] (law 律) serious crime, eg murder, armed robbery or arson 重罪（如谋杀﹑ 持械抢劫或放火）: a series of felonies 一连串的重罪案 * be convicted of felony 被判犯有重罪.* felon / `felən; ˋfɛlən/ n person guilty of felony 重罪犯.felonious / fə`ləunɪəs; fəˋlonɪəs/ adj of or involving felony; criminal 重罪的; 犯重罪的
fender
/ ˈfendə(r); ˋfɛndɚ/ n
n metal frame placed around a fireplace to prevent burning coal, etc from falling out or young children from falling in 壁炉的栅栏. mass of rope, piece of wood, rubber tyre, etc, hung on the side of a boat to prevent damage, eg when it is alongside a wharf or another boat 护舷垫（船舷悬挂的绳团﹑ 木块﹑ 轮胎等, 防碰损用）. (US) (a) mudguard (mud) of a bicycle, etc （自行车等的）挡泥板. (b) = wing 4.
fender
/ ˈfendə(r); ˋfɛndɚ/ n
n metal frame placed around a fireplace to prevent burning coal, etc from falling out or young children from falling in 壁炉的栅栏. mass of rope, piece of wood, rubber tyre, etc, hung on the side of a boat to prevent damage, eg when it is alongside a wharf or another boat 护舷垫（船舷悬挂的绳团﹑ 木块﹑ 轮胎等, 防碰损用）. (US) (a) mudguard (mud) of a bicycle, etc （自行车等的）挡泥板. (b) = wing 4.
feral
/ ˈfɪərəl; US ˈferəl; ˋfɛrəl/ adj
1 : of, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast feral teeth feral instincts 2 a : not domesticated or cultivated : WILD b : having escaped from domestication and become wild feral cats synonyms see BRUTAL
–feral noun
【反】cultivated（adj 耕耘的；有教养的；驯化的）”
feral
/ ˈfɪərəl; US ˈferəl; ˋfɛrəl/ adj
1 : of, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast feral teeth feral instincts 2 a : not domesticated or cultivated : WILD b : having escaped from domestication and become wild feral cats synonyms see BRUTAL
–feral noun
【反】cultivated（adj 耕耘的；有教养的；驯化的）”
