Feb-vocabulary Flashcards
(19 cards)
Vocabulary [C1]
Appellation (noun)
/ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/ (ap-uh-LAY-shun)
A name, title, or designation given to someone or something.
|稱號、名稱、頭銜
“Doctor” is a formal appellation used for medical professionals.
Vocabulary [B2]
Backlash (noun)
/ˈbæklæʃ/ (BAK-lash)
A strong negative reaction to something. The sudden backward movement of a connected mechanism.
|強烈反對、反彈；後座力
The company faced a public backlash after raising their prices.
His controversial comments sparked a backlash on social media.
Vocabulary [B1]
Bail On (phrasal verb)
/beɪl ɒn/ (bayl on)
To abandon a commitment, plan, or person; to cancel suddenly or not show up.
|放棄、退出；爽約
He bailed on the dinner party at the last minute.
My friend always bails on me when I need help moving.
Vocabulary [B2]
Bail Out (phrasal verb)
/beɪl aʊt/ (bay-l out)
To rescue from difficulty (especially financial). To parachute from aircraft. To abandon a situation.
|救助、解困（財務）；跳傘；退出
The government had to bail out several banks during the financial crisis.
Vocabulary [B2]
Chase Insurance (verb phrase)
/tʃeɪs ɪnˈʃʊrəns/ (chase in-SHUR-uns)
To pursue compensation through an insurance claim.
|追討保險賠償；比較保險方案
After the accident, he spent months chasing insurance to cover his medical bills.
Vocabulary [B1]
Coyote (noun)
/kaɪˈoʊti/ (ky-OH-tee)
A wild canine native to North America. (Slang) A person who smuggles immigrants.
|郊狼、土狼；非法運送移民者
We could hear coyotes howling in the distance at night.
Vocabulary [B1]
Fringe (noun, adjective)
/frɪndʒ/ (frinj)
(noun) The border or edge of something, especially decorative hanging threads. (noun) Hair that hangs down over the forehead. (adjective) Not part of the mainstream; unconventional or extreme.
|（名詞）流蘇、劉海；（形容詞）邊緣的、非主流的
She wore a dress with a beaded fringe along the hem.
The festival showcases fringe theater performances.
Vocabulary [C1]
Insidious (adjective)
/ɪnˈsɪdiəs/ (in-SID-ee-us)
Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects.
|暗中為害的、潛伏的；陰險的
Prejudice is insidious, often operating below the level of conscious awareness.
Vocabulary [B1]
No Time to Spare (expression)
/noʊ taɪm tə spɛər/ (no time tuh spare)
Having no extra time available; being in a hurry.
|沒有多餘的時間、分秒必爭
We have no time to spare - the train leaves in 10 minutes!
Vocabulary [A2]
Plain (adjective, noun)
/pleɪn/ (playn)
Simple, without decoration. Clear and easy to understand. A large flat area of land.
|樸素的、簡單的；平原
She prefers to wear plain white shirts.
Vocabulary [B1]
Plot Twist (noun phrase)
/plɒt twɪst/ (plot twist)
An unexpected change in the direction of a narrative or story.
|情節轉折、劇情轉折
The movie had a shocking plot twist where the main character turned out to be the villain.
The author is known for her clever plot twists that keep readers guessing until the final page.
Vocabulary [B2]
Preface (noun, verb)
/ˈprefəs/ (PREF-us)
(noun) An introduction to a book or speech. (noun) A preliminary statement or explanation. (verb) To introduce or begin with a statement.
|（名詞）序言、前言；（動詞）作為序言、作為開場白
The author wrote a thoughtful preface explaining her inspiration for the novel.
She prefaced her criticism with words of praise.
Vocabulary [B2]
Pristine (adjective)
/prɪˈstiːn/ (pri-STEEN)
In perfect condition; completely clean and fresh.
|潔淨的、原始的、純淨的
The car was kept in pristine condition.
Vocabulary [C1]
Refute (verb)
/rɪˈfjuːt/ (ri-FYOOT)
To prove something is false using evidence.
|駁斥、反駁、辯斥
The scientist presented new data to refute the existing theory.
Vocabulary [B2]
Regal (adjective)
/ˈriːɡəl/ (REE-gul)
Of or resembling a king or queen; royal.
|帝王般的、王室的；豪華的
The lioness moved with regal grace across the savanna.
Vocabulary [B1]
Spook (noun, verb)
/spuːk/ (spook)
A ghost or spectre. To frighten or startle. (Slang) A spy.
|鬼魂、幽靈；嚇唬；間諜
The sudden noise spooked the horses.
Vocabulary [B1]
Uplifting (adjective)
/ʌpˈlɪftɪŋ/ (up-LIFT-ing)
Emotionally or spiritually inspiring; making someone feel happier and more positive.
|令人振奮的、鼓舞人心的
The uplifting music helped improve everyone’s mood at the party.
She shared an uplifting story about overcoming personal challenges.
Vocabulary [A2]
Worth (noun, adjective)
/wɜrθ/ (wurth)
The value of something. Having a value of. Deserving of.
|價值、代價；值…的
The painting is worth millions of dollars.
Vocabulary [B1]
Worthy (adjective)
/ˈwɜrði/ (WUR-thee)
Deserving of attention, respect, or admiration.
|值得的、配得上的
She is a worthy candidate for the position.
