Speech - actions to the environment

Question 1

environmental stewards-wannabe

Answer 1

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. Individuals who aspire to become responsible and active caretakers of the environment, seeking to protect and conserve natural resources.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 有志于成为环境保护的负责任和积极的照顾者，致力于保护和保存自然资源的个人。

Antonyms:
1. Environmental apathetic individuals
2. Non-conservationists

Synonyms:
1. Eco-conscious individuals
2. Conservation enthusiasts

Sample sentence(s):
1. Environmental stewards-wannabe often participate in tree planting initiatives to contribute to reforestation efforts.
2. These young environmental stewards-wannabe are passionate about reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable living practices in their community.

Question 2

existential crisis

Answer 2

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. A profound and often unsettling state of uncertainty and self-doubt about one’s purpose in life, the meaning of existence, and the value of one’s actions and choices.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 存在危机，存在困惑
2. 存在主义危机

Antonyms:
1. Existential certainty
2. Clarity of purpose

Synonyms:
1. Self-doubt
2. Identity crisis
3. Meaninglessness

Sample sentence(s):
1. After losing his job and facing a series of personal setbacks, he experienced an existential crisis that made him question the meaning of his life.
2. Many philosophers have explored the concept of existential crisis and its impact on human consciousness and behavior.

Question 3

Lady Gaia

Answer 3

Type of word: Proper noun

Meaning(s):
1. A poetic or metaphorical reference to the Earth as a living and nurturing entity, often associated with the concept of the Earth as a goddess or a personification of nature.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. “Lady Gaia” can be translated as “盖娅女士,” emphasizing the personification of the Earth.

Antonyms:
N/A (This is a proper noun and doesn’t have antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Mother Earth
2. Gaia

Sample sentence(s):
1. In some ancient myths, Lady Gaia was revered as the mother of all living beings and the source of all life on Earth.
2. Environmental activists often use the term “Lady Gaia” to inspire a sense of responsibility and reverence for the planet.

Question 4

precipice

Answer 4

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. A steep, vertical, or overhanging rock face or cliff, often with a sharp drop-off, typically found in mountainous or rugged terrain.
2. A dangerous or critical situation that is on the verge of a significant change or disaster.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 悬崖，峭壁
2. 危险的边缘，重大变革或灾难即将来临的危险状态

Antonyms:
1. Plateau
2. Stability

Synonyms:
1. Cliff
2. Precipitous drop
3. Brink

Sample sentence(s):
1. The climbers reached the precipice, where they had to carefully navigate the treacherous descent.
2. The company’s financial situation was on the precipice of collapse before a last-minute bailout saved it from bankruptcy.

Question 5

iniquitous

Answer 5

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Wicked, immoral, or grossly unfair, typically describing actions, behaviors, or systems that are morally reprehensible.
2. Characterized by extreme injustice or unrighteousness.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 邪恶的，不道德的，极不公平的，通常用来描述在道义上令人不齿的行为、行为或体系。
2. 具有极端不公正或不义的特点。

Antonyms:
1. Righteous
2. Virtuous
3. Just

Synonyms:
1. Evil
2. Unjust
3. Sinful

Sample sentence(s):
1. The dictator’s iniquitous actions led to the suffering of countless innocent people.
2. The corrupt officials were involved in an iniquitous scheme to embezzle public funds for their personal gain.

Question 6

verdant filled celestial orb / life-friendly celestial orb

Answer 6

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. “Verdant filled celestial orb” and “life-friendly celestial orb” are poetic descriptions of a planet, particularly Earth, emphasizing its lush greenery, habitability, and suitability for life.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. “Verdant filled celestial orb” can be translated as “郁郁葱葱的天体球,” underscoring its lush and green nature.
2. “Life-friendly celestial orb” can be translated as “宜居的天体球,” highlighting its suitability for life.

Antonyms:
N/A (These phrases are poetic descriptions and do not have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Green and thriving celestial sphere
2. Hospitable celestial body
3. Life-sustaining orb

Sample sentence(s):
1. Earth, often referred to as the verdant filled celestial orb, teems with diverse ecosystems and supports a wide range of life forms.
2. Astronomers search for life-friendly celestial orbs in distant galaxies, hoping to find planets with conditions suitable for extraterrestrial life.

Question 7

scorching celestial orb / celestial orb of inferno

Answer 7

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. “Scorching celestial orb” and “celestial orb of inferno” are metaphorical or poetic descriptions of the Sun, emphasizing its intense heat and brightness.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. “Scorching celestial orb” can be translated as “灼热的天体球.”
2. “Celestial orb of inferno” can be translated as “地狱般的天体球.”

Antonyms:
N/A (These phrases are poetic descriptions and do not have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Blazing celestial sphere
2. Fiery celestial body
3. Solar inferno

Sample sentence(s):
1. The scorching celestial orb hung high in the sky, casting its brilliant light and warmth upon the Earth.
2. The astronauts marveled at the celestial orb of inferno from their spacecraft, its fiery radiance a testament to the power of the Sun.

Question 8

marvel

Answer 8

Type of word: Verb

Meaning(s):
1. To be filled with wonder, astonishment, or admiration for something remarkable or extraordinary.
2. To feel amazement or surprise at something unexpected.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 对令人惊奇、非凡或令人钦佩的事物充满惊奇、惊讶或欣赏。
2. 对意外之事感到惊讶或惊奇。

Antonyms:
1. Disapprove
2. Disdain

Synonyms:
1. Admire
2. Astonish
3. Amaze

Sample sentence(s):
1. The audience marveled at the magician’s incredible tricks.
2. She marveled at the beauty of the sunset over the ocean, her heart filled with awe.

Question 9

viridescent

Answer 9

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Green or greenish in color, often describing the lushness or verdant quality of plants, foliage, or landscapes.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 绿色的，常常用来形容植物、叶子或风景的郁郁葱葱或绿意盎然的特质。

Antonyms:
1. Brown
2. Withered

Synonyms:
1. Green
2. Verdant
3. Leafy

Sample sentence(s):
1. The viridescent leaves of the forest created a peaceful and serene atmosphere.
2. In spring, the fields transform into a viridescent landscape, with new growth everywhere you look.

Question 10

mar

Answer 10

Type of word: Verb

Meaning(s):
1. To damage or spoil the quality, appearance, or condition of something, often through mishandling or neglect.
2. To impair or diminish the value, attractiveness, or effectiveness of something.
3. To inflict harm or injury upon someone or something.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 损坏或破坏某物的质量、外观或状态，通常是通过处理不当或忽视而造成的。
2. 损害或降低某物的价值、吸引力或效用。
3. 对某人或某物造成伤害或损害。

Antonyms:
1. Enhance
2. Improve
3. Repair

Synonyms:
1. Damage
2. Harm
3. Impair

Sample sentence(s):
1. Leaving your books out in the rain could mar their pages and make them unreadable.
2. The graffiti on the historic building marred its otherwise pristine appearance.
3. It’s important not to let anger mar your relationships with others.

Question 11

tremendously

Answer 11

Type of word: Adverb

Meaning(s):
1. To a very great extent or degree; extremely.
2. In an exceptionally impressive or extraordinary manner.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 非常地，极其
2. 以异常令人印象深刻或非凡的方式

Antonyms:
1. Slightly
2. Moderately

Synonyms:
1. Extremely
2. Exceedingly
3. Remarkably

Sample sentence(s):
1. The concert was tremendously loud, and the audience could feel the music reverberating in their chests.
2. She has improved tremendously in her studies, earning top grades in all her classes.

Question 12

beyond the shadow of doubt

Answer 12

Type of word: Phrase

Meaning(s):
1. Without any possibility of doubt or uncertainty; with absolute certainty.
2. Used to emphasize that something is unquestionably true or certain.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 毫无疑问，绝对确定
2. 用来强调某事是毫无疑问的或确定的

Antonyms:
N/A (This phrase doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Without a doubt
2. Beyond a shadow of a doubt
3. Undoubtedly

Sample sentence(s):
1. The evidence against the defendant was so overwhelming that his guilt was beyond the shadow of a doubt.
2. She is, beyond the shadow of a doubt, the most talented musician I’ve ever heard perform.

Question 13

soiling

Answer 13

Type of word: Verb

Meaning(s):
1. To make something dirty or unclean, often by staining or soiling it with dirt, mud, or other contaminants.
2. In a figurative sense, to tarnish or damage someone’s reputation or character by involving them in something disgraceful or morally questionable.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 弄脏，弄污，通常是通过用泥土、泥浆或其他污染物沾污或弄脏它。
2. 在比喻上，通过使某人卷入可耻或道德上可疑的事情来玷污或损害某人的声誉或品格。

Antonyms:
1. Cleanse
2. Purify
3. Improve

Synonyms:
1. Dirty
2. Stain
3. Tarnish

Sample sentence(s):
1. The children were playing outside and ended up soiling their clothes in the muddy puddles.
2. The scandal had the potential to soil the politician’s previously untarnished reputation.

Question 14

meandering rivers

Answer 14

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. Rivers that follow a winding, twisting, or curving course, characterized by numerous bends, loops, and turns.
2. A river that flows with a leisurely and indirect path, often across a relatively flat landscape.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 蜿蜒曲折的河流，其特点是有许多弯曲、环绕和转弯。
2. 一条流经平坦地形时，以缓慢而间接的路径流动的河流。

Antonyms:
1. Straight rivers
2. Direct rivers

Synonyms:
1. Winding rivers
2. Meandrous rivers
3. Serpentine rivers

Sample sentence(s):
1. The meandering rivers in the valley created a picturesque landscape.
2. Canoeing down meandering rivers can be a relaxing and enjoyable outdoor activity.

Question 15

entails

Answer 15

Type of word: Verb

Meaning(s):
1. To involve or require as a necessary part, consequence, or condition.
2. To necessitate or impose a duty, responsibility, or obligation.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 意味着，需要作为必要的一部分、后果或条件而涉及。
2. 使必要或强加一项职责、责任或义务。

Antonyms:
1. Exclude
2. Omit

Synonyms:
1. Require
2. Involve
3. necessitate

Sample sentence(s):
1. Completing this project entails careful planning and coordination among team members.
2. Taking on a leadership role in the organization entails a commitment to its mission and values.

Question 16

put on a spurt

Answer 16

Type of word: Phrase

Meaning(s):
1. To suddenly increase one’s effort, speed, or performance in order to achieve a goal or complete a task quickly.
2. To make a burst of progress or improvement in a short amount of time.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 突然加大努力、速度或表现，以便迅速实现目标或完成任务。
2. 在短时间内取得突然的进展或改善。

Antonyms:
1. Slow down
2. Decelerate

Synonyms:
1. Accelerate
2. Hasten
3. Surge forward

Sample sentence(s):
1. With the finish line in sight, the runner put on a spurt of speed to win the race.
2. The team put on a spurt of productivity in the final week to meet the project deadline.

Question 17

compromising

Answer 17

Type of word: Verb (present participle of “compromise”) and Adjective

Meaning(s):
As a verb:
1. To settle a dispute or reach an agreement by making concessions or finding a middle ground.
2. To undermine the quality, integrity, or principles of something by making concessions or taking actions that go against its original purpose or standards.

As an adjective:
3. Involving or characterized by concessions or actions that potentially harm one’s principles, standards, or values.
4. Exposing someone to risk, harm, or embarrassment.

Chinese Meaning(s):
As a verb:
1. 通过让步或找到折衷办法来解决争端或达成协议。
2. 通过让步或采取违背其原始目的或标准的行动来破坏某物的质量、完整性或原则。

As an adjective:
3. 涉及或以让步或可能损害原则、标准或价值观的行动为特征。
4. 使某人面临风险、危害或尴尬的情况。

Antonyms:
As a verb:
1. Stand firm
2. Uphold principles

As an adjective:
3. Uncompromising
4. Safe

Synonyms:
As a verb:
1. Negotiate
2. Settle
3. Give in

As an adjective:
3. Concessionary
4. Risky

Sample sentence(s):
As a verb:
1. The two sides compromised on the terms of the contract after lengthy negotiations.
2. He compromised his ethics by accepting the bribe.

As an adjective:
3. The compromising decision to cut corners in safety measures led to the accident.
4. Sharing sensitive information without proper safeguards can be compromising to national security.

Question 18

macabre

Answer 18

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Disturbingly gruesome, horrifying, or morbid, often related to death, violence, or the supernatural.
2. Having a grim or eerie quality that evokes fear, unease, or a sense of the macabre.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 令人不安的可怕、恐怖或病态，通常与死亡、暴力或超自然现象有关。
2. 具有阴森或怪异特质，引发恐惧、不安或令人感到恐怖的感觉。

Antonyms:
1. Cheerful
2. Pleasant

Synonyms:
1. Grisly
2. Grotesque
3. Eerie

Sample sentence(s):
1. The macabre scenes in the horror movie left the audience in a state of shock.
2. The old, abandoned mansion had a macabre aura, with its decaying walls and creaking doors.

Question 19

repercussion

Answer 19

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. An unintended consequence or effect of an event, action, decision, or situation, which may be either positive or negative.
2. The result or impact that ripples outward from a particular event, often affecting other related events or circumstances.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 事件、行动、决定或情况的无意后果或影响，可能是积极的或消极的。
2. 从特定事件中产生的结果或影响，通常会影响其他相关事件或情况。

Antonyms:
1. Cause
2. Initiation

Synonyms:
1. Consequence
2. Effect
3. Ramification

Sample sentence(s):
1. The decision to cut funding for education had serious repercussions for the quality of schools in the region.
2. The economic downturn had far-reaching repercussions, affecting industries across the board.

Question 20

amidst the bleakness

Answer 20

Type of word: Preposition and noun

Meaning(s):
1. Preposition: In the midst or middle of a situation or environment characterized by gloom, sadness, desolation, or lack of hope.
2. Noun: A reference to a state or period of bleakness, which is a condition of being dreary, grim, or lacking in optimism.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 介词：在一个充满忧郁、悲伤、荒凉或缺乏希望的情境或环境中。
2. 名词：指一种荒凉、阴郁或缺乏乐观情绪的状态或时期。

Antonyms:
1. Amidst the brightness
2. In a period of hopefulness

Synonyms:
1. Amid the gloom
2. In the midst of despair

Sample sentence(s):
1. Amidst the bleakness of winter, there was a small glimmer of hope as the days grew longer.
2. The novel explores the human spirit’s resilience amidst the bleakness of war and suffering.

Question 21

water scarcity

Answer 21

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. The condition or situation where there is a lack of sufficient freshwater resources to meet the needs of a region or population.
2. The inadequate availability of clean and safe drinking water for people due to factors such as pollution, overuse, or mismanagement of water resources.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 水资源短缺，指一个地区或人口的淡水资源不足以满足需求的情况或状况。
2. 由于污染、过度使用或水资源管理不善等因素导致人们无法获得足够的清洁安全饮用水。

Antonyms:
1. Abundant water supply
2. Water abundance

Synonyms:
1. Water shortage
2. Water crisis
3. Drought

Sample sentence(s):
1. Water scarcity in the arid region led to crop failures and a lack of drinking water for the local population.
2. Efforts to address water scarcity include the implementation of water conservation measures and the development of sustainable water management practices.

Question 22

substantial

Answer 22

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Of considerable size, quantity, or importance; significant in amount, extent, or degree.
2. Having substance or material nature; not imaginary or illusory.
3. Considerable in value or worth.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 大量的，数量或重要性相当大的；在数量、范围或程度上具有重要性。
2. 具有物质性质的；不是虚构或虚幻的。
3. 在价值或价值上相当大的。

Antonyms:
1. Insignificant
2. Insubstantial

Synonyms:
1. Considerable
2. Sizeable
3. Significant

Sample sentence(s):
1. The company made a substantial profit in the last quarter.
2. The evidence against the defendant was substantial and convincing.
3. His contributions to the field of science have been substantial and have earned him numerous awards.

Question 23

aerators

Answer 23

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. Devices or equipment designed to introduce air or oxygen into a liquid, typically water, to improve its quality by increasing oxygen levels.
2. Tools or machines used in agriculture or landscaping to perforate the soil and improve its aeration, allowing better circulation of air and water to plant roots.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 用于将空气或氧气引入液体（通常是水）的设备或设备，通过增加氧气含量来改善其质量。
2. 在农业或园艺中用于穿透土壤并改善其通气性的工具或机器，从而更好地为植物根部提供空气和水的循环。

Antonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Oxygenators
2. Soil aerators

Sample sentence(s):
1. The pond’s water quality improved significantly after the installation of aerators to increase oxygen levels.
2. In agriculture, aerators are used to prevent soil compaction and enhance root growth for healthier crops.

Question 24

curtail

Answer 24

Type of word: Verb

Meaning(s):
1. To reduce, decrease, or restrict the quantity, extent, or duration of something, often with the intention of economizing, limiting, or controlling it.
2. To cut short or limit the activities or rights of someone or something.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 减少，降低，或限制某事物的数量、范围或持续时间，通常目的是节约、限制或控制。
2. 缩短或限制某人或某事物的活动或权利。

Antonyms:
1. Expand
2. Increase

Synonyms:
1. Reduce
2. Restrict
3. Limit

Sample sentence(s):
1. The company had to curtail its production due to a shortage of raw materials.
2. The government decided to curtail the citizens’ freedom of movement during the lockdown to contain the spread of the virus.

Question 25

water footprint

Answer 25

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. The total volume of freshwater resources that is used directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, or product throughout its lifecycle, including water used for consumption, production, and other activities.
2. A measure of the environmental impact and water usage associated with a particular product, service, or process.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 一个个人、组织或产品在其生命周期内直接或间接使用的淡水资源的总体积，包括用于消费、生产和其他活动的水。
2. 衡量与特定产品、服务或流程相关的环境影响和水使用的指标。

Antonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have common synonyms.)

Sample sentence(s):
1. Calculating the water footprint of a food product involves considering the water used to grow ingredients, process the product, and even transport it to market.
2. Companies are increasingly concerned about reducing their water footprints as part of their sustainability efforts.

Question 26

milieu

Answer 26

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. The environment, surroundings, or setting in which something occurs or exists; the context or atmosphere of a particular place or situation.
2. The social, cultural, or intellectual environment or background in which a person lives or operates.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 某事发生或存在的环境、周围或背景；特定地方或情境的上下文或氛围。
2. 一个人生活或工作的社会、文化或智力环境或背景。

Antonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Environment
2. Setting
3. Surroundings
4. Ambiance

Sample sentence(s):
1. The novel is set in a wartime milieu, capturing the challenges and emotions of that era.
2. Growing up in a creative and artistic milieu, she developed a deep appreciation for the arts.

Question 27

gastronomic

Answer 27

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Relating to the art and science of good eating, particularly the preparation and appreciation of food and cuisine.
2. Pertaining to the culinary world, including the quality, taste, and presentation of food.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 与美食的艺术和科学有关，尤其是食物和烹饪的准备和欣赏。
2. 与烹饪世界有关，包括食物的质量、味道和呈现方式。

Antonyms:
1. Non-culinary
2. Unappetizing

Synonyms:
1. Culinary
2. Epicurean
3. Gourmet

Sample sentence(s):
1. The gastronomic delights of the region attract food enthusiasts from all over the world.
2. The restaurant is known for its gastronomic expertise, offering a diverse menu of exquisite dishes.

Question 28

cultivate

Answer 28

Type of word: Verb

Meaning(s):
1. To prepare and use land for growing crops or plants, including activities such as plowing, planting, and nurturing.
2. To promote the growth, development, or improvement of something, often through dedicated effort or attention.
3. To acquire or develop a skill, quality, or habit through deliberate practice or training.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 准备和利用土地种植庄稼或植物，包括犁地、种植和培育等活动。
2. 通过专注的努力或关注来促进某事物的增长、发展或改善。
3. 通过刻意的实践或培训来获得或发展技能、品质或习惯。

Antonyms:
1. Neglect
2. Stifle
3. Neglect

Synonyms:
1. Farm
2. Foster
3. Develop

Sample sentence(s):
1. The farmer cultivates a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, and soybeans.
2. She actively cultivates a love for reading in her children by exposing them to a wide range of books.
3. Through years of dedication and practice, he cultivated his skills as a talented musician.

Question 29

vicinity

Answer 29

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. The area or region that is nearby or close to a particular place or point of reference.
2. The immediate surroundings or neighborhood of a location.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 与特定地方或参考点附近或靠近的区域或地区。
2. 一个地点的直接周围或邻近地区。

Antonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Area
2. Region
3. Neighborhood

Sample sentence(s):
1. There are several parks in the vicinity of our neighborhood where children can play.
2. The hotel is conveniently located in the vicinity of the city’s major attractions.

Question 30

abodes

Answer 30

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. Places where people live; residences or dwellings.
2. Homes or accommodations, especially when referring to them in a poetic or literary context.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 人们居住的地方；住所或住宅。
2. 住宅或住所，尤其是在诗歌或文学上提及时。

Antonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Residences
2. Dwellings
3. Homes

Sample sentence(s):
1. The city has a wide variety of abodes, from apartments to single-family houses.
2. In his poetry, he often described the beauty of rural abodes and the simplicity of life in the countryside.

Question 31

horticultural

Answer 31

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Relating to or involving the cultivation and management of gardens, orchards, nurseries, or other areas where plants are grown for decorative, agricultural, or scientific purposes.
2. Pertaining to the science and practice of growing and caring for plants, particularly for their beauty, utility, or research.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 与园艺、果园、苗圃或其他种植植物供装饰、农业或科研用途的地方的栽培和管理有关或涉及。
2. 与种植和护理植物的科学和实践有关，尤其是因为它们的美丽、实用性或研究用途。

Antonyms:
N/A (This term doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Gardening
2. Botanical

Sample sentence(s):
1. The horticultural club is dedicated to the cultivation and beautification of the community’s gardens.
2. Horticultural research has led to advancements in crop yields and the development of disease-resistant plant varieties.

Question 32

economic-resilience

Answer 32

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. The ability of an individual, organization, community, or economy to withstand, adapt to, and recover from economic shocks, crises, or challenges.
2. The capacity to maintain stability and adaptability in the face of economic disturbances or adversities.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 个人、组织、社区或经济应对、适应和从经济冲击、危机或挑战中恢复的能力。
2. 在面对经济干扰或逆境时保持稳定性和适应性的能力。

Antonyms:
1. Economic vulnerability
2. Fragility

Synonyms:
1. Economic resilience
2. Financial resilience

Sample sentence(s):
1. Building economic resilience requires diversifying income sources and creating a financial safety net.
2. The country’s economic resilience was evident as it quickly recovered from the recession, thanks to its strong financial policies.

Question 33

expertise

Answer 33

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. Specialized knowledge, skill, or proficiency in a particular field or subject.
2. The quality of being an expert or having a high level of competence in a specific area.
3. The collective knowledge and skills possessed by experts in a particular domain.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 对特定领域或主题的专业知识、技能或熟练程度。
2. 成为专家或在特定领域拥有高水平的能力的质量。
3. 特定领域的专家拥有的集体知识和技能。

Antonyms:
1. Inexperience
2. Novice

Synonyms:
1. Expertness
2. Proficiency
3. Competence

Sample sentence(s):
1. Her expertise in data analysis was instrumental in solving the complex problem.
2. The company sought out his expertise to improve their marketing strategy.
3. The conference brought together experts from various fields to share their expertise and insights.

Question 34

trivial

Answer 34

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Of little importance or significance; insignificant; not worthy of serious attention or consideration.
2. Concerned with or relating to unimportant details or minor matters.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 不重要或无关紧要的；微不足道的；不值得认真关注或考虑的。
2. 与不重要的细节或小事有关的。

Antonyms:
1. Significant
2. Important

Synonyms:
1. Insignificant
2. Unimportant
3. Trifling

Sample sentence(s):
1. Don’t waste your time on trivial matters; focus on what truly matters.
2. The meeting got bogged down in trivial discussions about office supplies.

Question 35

innocuous

Answer 35

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Not harmful, dangerous, or likely to cause injury, damage, or offense.
2. Having no adverse effects or consequences; benign or safe.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 不具有害的、危险的或可能引起伤害、损害或冒犯的特点。
2. 没有不良影响或后果的；良性的或安全的。

Antonyms:
1. Harmful
2. Dangerous

Synonyms:
1. Harmless
2. Benign
3. Safe

Sample sentence(s):
1. The substance was found to be innocuous and posed no threat to human health.
2. The comment, though critical, was innocuous and didn’t cause any harm or offense.

Question 36

bastion

Answer 36

Type of word: Noun

Meaning(s):
1. A fortified place or stronghold, often with thick walls or other defensive structures, used for protection or as a defensive position in warfare.
2. A person, group, or thing that is seen as a strong defender or advocate of a particular belief, idea, or principle.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 一处有防御工事的地方或要塞，通常有厚实的墙壁或其他防御结构，用于保护或作为战争中的防御位置。
2. 被视为某种信仰、观念或原则的坚决捍卫者或倡导者的人、团体或事物。

Antonyms:
1. Vulnerable point
2. Weakness

Synonyms:
1. Fortress
2. Stronghold
3. Defender

Sample sentence(s):
1. The castle served as a bastion of defense against invading armies.
2. She was a bastion of feminism, advocating for gender equality throughout her career.

Question 37

time and tide wait for no man

Answer 37

Type of word: Proverbial phrase

Meaning(s):
1. This proverb conveys the idea that time and natural forces, such as the tide, are unstoppable and do not wait for anyone. It emphasizes the importance of taking action promptly because opportunities can be lost if one procrastinates.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 这句谚语传达了时间和自然力量，如潮汐，是无法阻止的，它们不会等待任何人。它强调了及时采取行动的重要性，因为如果拖延，机会可能会失去。

Antonyms:
N/A (This phrase doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
N/A (This phrase is a proverb and doesn’t have common synonyms.)

Sample sentence(s):
1. He realized that time and tide wait for no man, so he decided to pursue his dreams without delay.
2. The old saying “time and tide wait for no man” reminds us of the importance of seizing opportunities when they arise.

Question 38

reverberate far and beyond

Answer 38

Type of word: Phrase

Meaning(s):
1. To have a significant and lasting impact or effect that extends widely or resonates deeply.
2. To be widely discussed, repeated, or remembered over a long period, often because of its importance or significance.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 具有广泛而持久的影响或效果，影响深远。
2. 因其重要性或意义而在长时间内被广泛讨论、重复或记住。

Antonyms:
N/A (This phrase doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Ripple far and wide
2. Echo far and wide

Sample sentence(s):
1. His speech on human rights reverberated far and beyond, inspiring people around the world.
2. The news of the historic achievement in space exploration will reverberate far and beyond the scientific community.

Question 39

reckless

Answer 39

Type of word: Adjective

Meaning(s):
1. Acting without thinking about the consequences; showing a lack of caution or concern for potential risks or dangers.
2. Marked by a lack of care, responsibility, or regard for the well-being of oneself or others.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 不考虑后果行事；缺乏谨慎或对可能的风险或危险缺乏关注。
2. 缺乏关心、责任感或对自己或他人福祉缺乏关心的特点。

Antonyms:
1. Cautious
2. Careful

Synonyms:
1. Impulsive
2. Reckless
3. Careless

Sample sentence(s):
1. His reckless driving on the icy roads led to a serious accident.
2. The reckless behavior of the hikers, who ignored safety warnings, put their lives in danger.

Question 40

catastrophic fate

Answer 40

Type of word: Noun phrase

Meaning(s):
1. A tragic or disastrous outcome or destiny that involves widespread destruction, suffering, or harm.
2. A fate or result that is extremely unfortunate or catastrophic in nature.

Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 涉及广泛破坏、苦难或伤害的悲惨或灾难性结局或命运。
2. 一种极其不幸或灾难性的命运或结果。

Antonyms:
N/A (This phrase doesn’t have direct antonyms.)

Synonyms:
1. Catastrophic destiny
2. Tragic fate

Sample sentence(s):
1. The catastrophic fate of the city was sealed when it was hit by a powerful earthquake.
2. Despite their best efforts, they couldn’t prevent the catastrophic fate that befell their business during the economic downturn.