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Words in Use
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investment
[ɪnˋvɛstmənt]
n. 投資
Ryan lost a lot of money by making a poor investment in that lousy company.
萊恩在那家爛公司做了不好的投資,損失了不少錢。
My father is going to buy some gold as an investment.
我爸爸準備購買一些黃金作為投資。
高中 Level 4
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psychology
[saɪˋkɑlədʒɪ]
n. 心理學
=
psychiatry
Ross is an expert on social psychology.
羅斯是社會心理學專家。
高中 Level 4
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cognitive
[ˋkɑgnətɪv]
adj. 認知的
The disease did not affect the patient’s cognitive ability at all; he was still able to think logically.
該疾病一點都沒有影響到這名病人的認知能力,他還是能夠有邏輯地思考。
高中 Level 5
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bias
[ˋbaɪəs]
vt. 使有偏見
n. 偏見
=
prejudice
It is clear that this company has a strong bias against women.
這家公司顯然對女性存有強烈的偏見。
Female employees often fall victim to gender bias in the workplace.
女性員工在職場上常會受到性別偏見所害。
Weeks of negative news coverage before the trial had biased the public against the defendant.
審判前好幾週的負面新聞報導讓大眾對被告懷有成見。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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emotional
[ɪˋmoʃən!]
a. 感情激動的;情緒的
My mom became emotional upon reading the card I sent her.
我媽看了我寄給她的卡片深受感動。
A person with a high EQ usually gets along with other people well. 情商高的人通常都和別人處得很好。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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influence
[ˋɪnflʊəns]
n. & vt. 影響
Ms. Brown has a good influence on the students.
布朗老師對學生有正面的影響。
What you do now will greatly influence your future.
你現在的作為會大大影響你的未來。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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risk
[rɪsk]
vt. 冒……的風險
n. 風險
Parents shouldn’t run the risk of leaving their children alone.
父母不應冒讓小孩獨處的風險。
The soldier risked his life trying to save his friend.
那位士兵冒著生命危險,企圖拯救他的朋友。
Jane’s father warns her not to risk traveling alone.
珍的爸爸警告她不要冒險獨自去旅行。
Rita’s mistake puther children at risk.
莉塔犯的錯使她的孩子遭受危險。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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preference
[ˋprɛfərəns]
n. 偏愛
Fewer parents these days have a preference for baby boys over baby girls.
現今偏好生男寶寶而非女寶寶的父母越來越少了。
多益藍色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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understanding
[͵ʌndɚˋstændɪŋ]
n. 諒解,體諒
Thank you for your kind understanding.
感謝您的寬容體諒。
英檢中級
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crucial
[ˋkruʃəl]
a. 決定性的,重要的
=
critical
=
vital
It is crucial that the doctor (should) perform an immediate operation on the badly injured man.
醫師立即為這名嚴重受傷的人動手術是很重要的。
Your dedication is very crucial to the success of our company.
你的奉獻對本公司的成功來說極為重要。
Your dedication plays a crucial role in the success of our company.
你的奉獻對本公司的成功來說極為重要。
多益藍色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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finance
[faɪˋnæns]
n. 財政,財務;財力,財務狀況(恆用複數)
vt. 向……提供資金
The government is worried about the state of the nation’s finances.
政府很擔心國家的財務狀況。
We need more businesses to finance our project.
我們需要更多的企業金援我們的企畫。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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investor
[ɪnˋvɛstɚ]
n. 投資者
The government will offer tax incentives to attract more foreign investors.
政府將提供租稅優惠鼓勵措施以吸引外國的投資者。
高中 Level 4
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confirmation
[͵kɑnfɚˋmeʃən]
n. 確認(函)
The confirmation of the legendary player's participation in the charity game was shocking.
那位傳奇球員確認會參與該場公益賽,令人為之震驚。
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impact
[ɪmˋpækt]
n. 影響,衝擊(常與介詞 on 並用)
vt. 對……產生影響
The writer's style had a deep impact on his literary successors.
這位作家的風格對後世文人有深遠的影響。
Many experts believe the new policy will greatly impact the society.
許多專家都認為那項新政策會對社會帶來巨大衝擊。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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rational
[ˋræʃən!]
a. 理性的 ; 合理的
A rational person will never behave like that. 理智的人絕不會那樣做。
The authorities concerned have yet to find a rational explanation for the accident.
有關當局仍在設法為該起意外找尋合理的解釋。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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develop
[dɪˋvɛləp]
vi. & vt. (使)發展
The mistake was ignored and later developed into a major problem.
這錯誤被忽略,後來就演變成一個大問題。
In this class, you can develop your writing skills.
在這門課裡,你可以提高寫作技巧。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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suitable
[ˋsutəb!]
adj. 適當的
This village is a suitable place to retire.
這村莊是個很適合退休的地方。
I’m afraid this novel is not suitable for your children.
恐怕這本小說並不適合你的孩子閱讀。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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strategy
[ˋstrætədʒɪ]
n. 策略,謀略
We’re working on new marketing strategies for the product.
我們正在為這項產品研擬新的行銷策略。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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panic
[ˋpænɪk]
n. & vi. 驚恐
三態
panic / panicked [ˋpænɪk] / panicked [ˋpænɪk]
=
scare
=
fear
=
fright
Panic does not help when one is in a dangerous situation.
陷入險境時,驚恐是無濟於事的。
I panicked at the sight of the poisonous snake.
我一看到那條毒蛇就驚慌起來。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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sharp
[ʃɑrp]
adv. (時間)整
adj. 銳利的;敏銳的;(疼痛)劇烈的;(衣著)時髦的
Be careful with that knife because it’s very sharp.
小心那把刀,因為它很利。
Jenny is very sharp and can answer all the questions right away.
珍妮很機靈,可以馬上回答所有問題。
When the policeman was shot, he felt a sharp pain in his arm.
那名員警中彈時,手臂傳來一陣劇烈的痛。
Meet me at the corner at three o’clock sharp.
3 點整在轉角處等我。
Meet me at the corner at three o’clock exactly.
3 點整在轉角處等我。
高中 Level 1
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decline
[dɪˋklaɪn]
n. & vi. 下跌
vt. & vt. 婉拒
=
decrease
Bob declined to join Judy’s dinner party.
鮑伯婉拒出席茱蒂的晚宴派對。
I offered to give Tina a ride after the party, but she declined.
舞會結束後我提議讓蒂娜搭便車,但她婉拒了。
Car sales declined by 5% in the second quarter.
汽車銷售量在第 2 季下降了 5%。
Street violence seems to have been on the decline ever since the new mayor was sworn in.
新市長上任後,街頭暴力事件似乎已在減少中。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 5
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emotion
[ɪˋmoʃən]
n. 情感,感性(不可數);情緒(喜、怒、哀、樂等)(可數)
Sue read the poem with great emotion.
蘇感情非常激動地唸這首詩。
Sarah is a quiet person; she often hides her emotions.
莎拉的話不多,她經常隱藏自己的情緒。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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widespread
[ˋwaɪd͵sprɛd]
a. 普遍的;廣泛的
=
general
=
universal
The widespread use of computers has made it more convenient to communicate.
電腦的廣泛使用讓溝通更加方便了。
The new policy has received widespread support.
新的政策受到廣泛支持。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 5
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collective
[kəˋlɛktɪv]
a. 集體的, 共同的
n. 集體企業
The board has reached a collective decision on the matter.
董事會已就該議題做出了共同的決定。
The store is run by a collective, with the profits being shared among all the staff.
這間店由集體企業營運,利潤由所有員工共享。
高中 Level 5
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behavior
[bɪˋhevjɚ]
n. 行為(不可數)
=
deed
Stealing is bad behavior.
偷竊是不好的行為。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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trend
[trɛnd]
n. 趨勢;潮流
Business leaders have to keep track of the latest economic trends.
企業領袖必須隨時掌握最新的經濟趨勢。
Reading newspapers and watching TV enable you to keep up with the trends.
看報及看電視可以讓你趕上潮流。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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shipping
[ˋʃɪpɪŋ]
n. (貨物的)運輸
The shipping company is famous for its high efficiency.
這間運輸公司以其高效率而聞名。
英檢中高
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stock
[stɑk]
vt. 儲存
n. 股票〔美〕;存貨,庫存;貯存(物)
=
share
Stock prices fell due to rumors of a company merger.
因為公司合併的傳聞甚囂塵上,股價便下跌了。
I’m sorry, but we no longer have that book instock.
很抱歉,那本書我們現在沒有貨。
We have a huge stock of quality sportswear on sale.
我們庫存了許多質料不錯的運動休閒服來賣。
We have a good stock of snacks in the cupboard― please help yourself.
我們的櫥櫃裡儲備了很多零食 ⸺ 請自取。
This shop stocks a wide range of outdoor equipment.
這家店備有多種的戶外用品。
There’s a typhoon coming, so we should stock up on bottled water.
颱風要來了,所以我們要多囤積些瓶裝水。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 5
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concept
[ˋkɑnsɛpt]
n. 觀念,想法
It is difficult to grasp some of the concepts in Buddhism.
有些佛學的觀念很難理解。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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movement
[ˋmuvmənt]
n. 移動;(社會或政治的)運動
There was no sign of movement in the woods.
樹林裡一點動靜都沒有。
The Civil Rights Movement brought great changes to the US in all aspects.
民權運動對美國各方面都造成很大的改變。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 1
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collectively
[kəˋlɛktɪvlɪ]
adv. 集合地,全體地
Pottery and porcelain are collectively known as ceramics.
陶器和瓷器被統稱為陶瓷。
英檢中高
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experience
[ɪkˋspɪrɪəns]
n. 經驗(不可數);經歷(可數)
vt. 體驗,經歷
Those applying for this position should have over three years’ work experience.
申請這個職位的人必須有 3 年以上的工作經驗。
I traveled to Italy last year, and it was a great experience.
我去年到義大利旅行,那是個很棒的經歷。
Ted experienced a lot of difficulties during the war.
泰德在戰爭期間經歷了很多困難。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 1
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following
[ˋfɑloɪŋ]
prep. 在……之後
n. 接下來的人 / 事 / 物
adj. 接著的
Following the film, there will be an interview with the director.
電影結束之後,將會對導演進行訪談。
The following is a list of common errors found in student compositions. 以下是在學生作文中常發現的錯誤列表。
The following are the winners of this game: Mike, Sue, and Jeff. 以下是這場比賽的優勝者:麥克、蘇和傑夫。
Steve arrived on Thursday and left the following day.
史提夫星期四抵達,隔天就離開了。
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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unexpected
[͵ʌnɪkˋspɛktɪd]
a. 意料不到的
Shirley's decision to resign from her post was totally unexpected.
雪莉辭職的決定完全出乎意料之外。
多益綠色
英檢中級
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economic
[͵ikəˋnɑmɪk]
a. 與經濟有關的
Mary’s economic problems started when she got divorced.
瑪莉離婚時,經濟方面的問題就產生了。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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trigger
[ˋtrɪgɚ]
vt. 引發
n. 扳機 ; 引發物
The dust in the air triggered David ’s allergy.
空氣中的灰塵引發大衛過敏。
The policeman negotiating with the gunman asked him to remove his finger from the trigger.
警察和持槍者談判,要求他把手指從板機上移開。
Fireworks displays and thunder are common triggers for anxiety among combat veterans.
煙火和雷聲是引起老兵們焦慮的常見因素。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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rapid
[ˋræpɪd]
adj. 迅速的
=
fast
John’s rapid advancement in the company has been because of his hard work.
約翰在公司內可快速升遷是由於他很努力工作。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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irrational
[ɪˋræʃən!]
a. 無理的
多益金色
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perform
[pɚˋfɔrm]
vt. 執行;履行
vi. 表演;表現
The surgeon has performed this operation before.
該外科醫生以前動過這種手術。
The teacher told us to perform our civic duties.
老師告訴我們要盡市民的義務。
The young actor performed with such zest that there is no doubt that he will be awarded the prize for the most outstanding actor in the play.
這名年輕男演員的演出如此賣力,他將獲頒此劇的最佳男演員獎是無庸置疑的。
Much to my surprise, most of the students performed very well on the exam.
很讓我驚訝的是,大部分的學生這次考試表現得很好。
高中 Level 3
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recently
[ˋrisntlɪ]
adv. 最近
●
factor
[ˋfæktɚ]
n. 因素
Arrogance was a major factor in Nathan’s failure.
傲慢自大是納森失敗的主因。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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demand
[dɪˋmænd]
vt. & n. 要求,請求
The teacher demands that his students (should) be quiet when he speaks.
老師要求學生在他講話時要保持安靜。
The teacher requires that his students (should) be quiet when he speaks.
老師要求學生在他講話時要保持安靜。
The teacher requests that his students (should) be quiet when he speaks.
老師要求學生在他講話時要保持安靜。
The firm does all it can to meet its customers’demands.
這家公司盡其所能以達到顧客的需求。
Good software engineers are in great demand these days.
這年頭需要大量優秀的軟體工程師。
We have a lot of free pamphlets on demand.
我們有很多免費小冊子備索。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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trade
[tred]
vt. 交換
vt. & vi. 做買賣 / 生意
n. 貿易,買賣(不可數)
This country banned the trade in rare animals many years ago.
這國家多年前就已禁止買賣稀有動物了。
Our company has been trading with this French company for several years.
我們公司已和這家法國公司做生意做好幾年了。
Flora traded bracelets with her friend Sarah.
芙蘿拉和朋友莎拉交換手鐲。
Jim traded his favorite comic book for his brother’s new toy car.
吉姆用他最喜歡的漫畫書和弟弟換新的玩具車。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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potential
[pəˋtɛnʃəl]
n. 潛力
a. 潛在的
Howard has the potential to become one of the best centers in the basketball league.
霍華德有潛力成為該籃球聯盟裡其中一位頂尖的中鋒。
The earlier you identify potential problems, the sooner you can take action to avoid them.
你越早發現那些潛在的問題,就能越快採取行動去避免它們發生。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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growth
[groθ]
n. 成長,生長
=
grow
There has been a steady growth in Amber’s business over the past 10 years.
266 過去 10 年來,安柏的事業一直穩定成長。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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artificial
[͵ɑrtəˋfɪʃəl]
a. 人造的;虛偽的,不真誠的
Some artificial flowers are made of paper.
有些人造花是用紙做的。
The official welcomed me with an artificial smile.
這位官員帶著虛偽的微笑歡迎我。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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artificial intelligence
[͵ɑrtəˋfɪʃəl] [ɪnˋtɛlədʒəns]
人工智慧(縮寫為 AI)
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intelligence
[ɪnˋtɛlədʒəns]
n. 聰明才智;情報
This job requires a high degree of intelligence.
這項工作需要高度的聰明才智。
The woman used to work for the Central Intelligence Agency.
這名女子曾經替美國中央情報局工作過。
Hank is a child with a high intelligence quotient.
漢克是個智商很高的孩子。
高中 Level 4
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industry
[ˋɪndəstrɪ]
n. 工業(不可數);行業(可數)
Industry in this small country has been developing quickly in recent years.
近年來,這小國工業的發展很迅速。
The fashion industry would be an interesting one to get into.
從事時裝業會很有意思。
高中 Level 2
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individual
[͵ɪndəˋvɪdʒʊəl]
adj. 個別的,個人的
n. 個人,個體
Ms. Smith couldn’t give the students individual attention because the class was too large.
由於這班級太大,史密斯老師無法個別去照料學生。
The students discussed the rights of the individual versus the rights of the group.
學生討論比較個人權益和團體權益。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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explore
[ɪkˋsplor]
vt. 探尋,探索;尋找
=
search
=
investigate
It is said that Columbus arrived here but did not explore the area.
據說哥倫布到過這裡,但沒有探索這個地區。
The captain explored the causes of the leak.
船長尋找造成進水的原因。
高中 Level 3
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personal
[ˋpɝsn!]
adj. 私人的,個人的;親自的、親密的
My personal belongings on the table were all gone when I returned from the restroom.
我從廁所回來時,我桌上的私人物品全都不見了。
The chairman will make a personal appearance on TV.
主席將親自在電視中露面。
Having conversations through emails is neither personal nor effective.
透過電子郵件進行對話既不親密也不有效。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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attitude
[ˋætətjud]
n. 態度
Tony has a positive attitude towards life.
東尼對人生持積極的態度。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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initial
[ɪˋnɪʃəl]
a. 初期的
n. (姓名的)第一個字母
vt. 在……上簽署姓名的首字母
Paul’s initial effort was a failure, but he kept trying and finally succeeded.
保羅最初的努力失敗了,但他繼續嘗試最後終於成功。
The picture was signed with the initials“J.B.,”which stood for James Brown.
這幅畫落款的姓名縮寫是 J.B.,代表詹姆士•布朗。
Please read the contract carefully and then initial here.
請仔細閱讀合約後,接著在這裡簽下你姓名的開頭字母。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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subsequent
[ˋsʌbsɪ͵kwɛnt]
a. 隨後(發生)的
=
consequent
The mistakes were corrected in a subsequent edition of the dictionary.
字典中的這些錯誤在之後的版本都更正過來了。
I wonder what happened subsequent to the accident.
我想知道那起意外之後發生的事。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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judgment
[ˋdʒʌdʒmənt]
n. 判決;判斷力;看法,意見 ( = judgement〔英〕)
The judgment was against the victim.
這次判決對受害者不利。
Don’t ask me anymore. I trust your judgment.
不要再問我了。我相信你的判斷力。
In my judgment, Hank is a very good actor. 依我看來,漢克是一個非常好的演員。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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sink
[sɪŋk]
n. (廚房內的)水槽
vi. 沉
三態
sink / sank [sæŋk] / sank [sæŋk]
Put the dishes in the sink, and I’ll wash them later.
把碗盤放在水槽裡,我等會兒去洗。
Two boats sank off the coast of the island during the storm.
暴風雨中,兩艘船在島嶼的外海沉沒。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 3
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herd
[hɝd]
n. 一群
vt. 放牧
A herd of cattle was quietly grazing on the grass. 一群牛在草地上正安靜地吃草。
The cowboys herded the cows with the help of their horses.
牛仔們的馬協助他們來放牧牛群。
高中 Level 4
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counter
[ˋkaʊntɚ]
n. 櫃檯
vt. & vi. 反對,反擊
a. 相反的
adv. 相反地
Please pay at the counter.
請到櫃檯結帳。
You can get most cold remedies over the counter.
大部分的感冒藥都可不用處方直接向櫃檯購買。
When Mary called her a liar, Jane countered that she had proof she was telling the truth.
瑪莉稱珍為騙子時,珍以她有說實話的證據反擊。
After Ryan saw the evidence, he could not counter with anything.
雷恩看到證據後,無法說出任何話來反擊。
The politician did not come up with a counter argument.
這名政治人物沒有提出一個相反的論點。
Sam’s decision to quit his job ran counter to his wife’s wishes.
山姆辭掉工作的決定與他老婆所希望的相反。
高中 Level 4
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sentiment
[ˋsɛntəmənt]
n. 情緒;意見,觀點
=
opinion
Recent research has shown what public sentiment is on the issue.
最近的研究顯示大眾對於該議題的觀點。
There is little room for sentiment in business.
做生意不能感情用事。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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bubble
[ˋbʌb!]
n. 泡沫
vi. 冒泡
There are many bubbles in the bathtub.
浴缸裡有好多肥皂泡泡。
When the soup starts to bubble, it is nearly ready.
湯開始冒泡時,它就快煮好了。
I was bubbling over with joy after Jane gave me a kiss.
珍吻了我後,我真是樂翻了。
高中 Level 3
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asset
[ˋæsɛt]
n. 資產 (常用複數) ; 有用的人 / 物 / 特質
A company ’s assets consist of buildings, equipment, cash, and specialist knowledge.
公司的資產包含建築物、設備、現金和專業知識。
Tina has been a great asset to our company since she started working here.
自從蒂娜開始在這兒工作以來,她就一直是本公司的寶貴人才。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 5
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involve
[ɪnˋvɑlv]
vt. 使涉入;包含,需要
The evidence shows that Paul is involved in that murder.
證據顯示保羅涉入那起謀殺案。
Kyle’s plan involves some creative ideas.
凱爾的計畫中內包含一些有創意的點子。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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decision
[dɪˋsɪʒən]
n. 決定
I’m sorry, but you’ll have to make a decision quickly.
很抱歉,但你必須趕快做決定。
高中 Level 2
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current
[ˋkɝənt]
n. 水流,氣流
adj. 當前的
Have you bought this dictionary’s current edition?
你買了這字典的最新版本了嗎?
Strong ocean currents often cause rapid and high waves.
強勁的洋流時常引起快速又很高的浪潮。
Learning things is like sailing a boat against the current; it either advances or retreats.
學如逆水行舟,不進則退。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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trap
[træp]
vt. 設陷阱捕捉
n. 陷阱;圈套,騙局,詭計
三態
trap / trapped [træpt] / trapped [træpt]
A lion was caught in the hunter’s trap.
一頭獅子困在獵人的陷阱中。
Don’t fall into the trap of buying more than you need.
別掉入圈套去買你不需要的東西。
The reporter asked the natives how they trap animals.
記者問當地人他們是如何設陷阱捕捉動物的。
Many people were trapped in the building when a fire broke out.
失火時,很多人被困在大樓裡。
高中 Level 2
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excessive
[ɪkˋsɛsɪv]
a. 過多的
Crops were damaged by the excessive rainfall last week.
上週降雨過多,農作物都遭到破壞。