301.ethnicity(n.) /eθˈnɪsəti/
An average-sized city with a large number of ethnicities.
the fact that someone belongs to a particular ethnic group
302.metallic(a.) /meˈtælɪk/
Even a tiny pinch gives food a slightly metallic taste, and saffron is used in famous dishes such as Spanish paella and Indian curries.
consisting of or containing metal
=golden
303.Eurasian(a.) /jʊˈreɪʒ(ə)n/
It is so valuable that virtually every Eurasian country with the right climate s has a long saffron-growing tradition, and it is now grown worldwide.
relating to both Europe and Asia
304..luminous(a.) /ˈlumɪnəs/
These dishes also show the second reason for saffron’s popularity; its luminous yellow color.
very bright
Bright. radiant
305.robe(n.) /roʊb/
As a dye saffron is traditionally used to make the distinctive yellow robes worn by Buddhist monks.
a bathrobe
=gown. Canonical
306.plague(n.) /pleɪɡ/
Over the years, it has also been valued as a cure for plague, an anti-depressant and an aphrodisiac.
any serious disease that spreads quickly to a lot of people and usually ends in death
=disease. epidemic
307.aphrodisiac(n.) /ˌæfrəˈdɪziˌæk/
Over the years, it has also been valued as a cure for plague, an anti-depressant and an aphrodisiac.
a food, drink, or drug that makes people want to have sex
=erotic
308.lethargic(a.) /ləˈθɑrdʒɪk/
Drinking too many sweet beverages makes me unhealthy and lethargic.
lacking energy and not wanting to do anything
=weary. listless
309.craving(n.) /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/
My cousin always had a craving for pickles while she was pregnant.
a very strong feeling of wanting something
=appetite. thirst
310.anonymous(a.) /əˈnɑnɪməs/
The anonymous poem about spring is one of my favorites.
if someone is anonymous, no one knows their name
=nameless. Unnamed
311.devotion(n.) /dɪˈvoʊʃ(ə)n/
The manager appreciated the new employee’s devotion to the job.
great love, admiration, or loyalty
=affection. love
312.intergovernmental(a.) /ˌɪntərɡʌvərnˈment(ə)l/
Wong said the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change found that as many as 2 billion people may not have sufficient access to clean water by 2050.
involving the governments of different countries
313.den(n.) /den/
During the winter, they must spend up to eight months in the den.
group of cub scouts
=lair. cave
314.krill(n.) /krɪl/
As the ice disappears, so does krill, one of the main food sources for penguins.
extremely small shellfish, eaten by whales
315.merge(v.) /mɜrdʒ/
The two companies are merging.
if two organizations merge, or if you merge them, they combine to form one bigger organization
=absorb. swallow
316.sight(n.) /saɪt/
I’ve set my sights on getting into a college in France.
person/thing that you see
=vision. look
317.sentiment(n.) /ˈsentɪmənt/
Those sentiments became even more acute when he learned that one of his college classmates had
committed suicide.
a belief or an attitude toward something
==opinion. outlook
318.acute(a.) /əˈkjut/
Those sentiments became even more acute when he learned that one of his college classmates had committed suicide.
very serious or severe
=keen. quick
319.commit(v.) /kəˈmɪt/
Those sentiments became even more acute when he learned that one of his college classmates had committed suicide.
do something illegal/wrong
=entrust. pledge
320.epiphany(n.) /ɪˈpɪfəni/
One day, he suddenly had epiphany
a moment when you suddenly realize or understand something important
321.bolster(v.) /ˈboʊlstər/
The president gave a speech to try to bolster the people’s confidence in his leadership.
to make something stronger or more effective
=uphold. supporter
322.strut(v.) /strʌt/
We hope to create an on-line platform for free audio-visual education.
to walk in an especially confident and proud way
=parade. swagger
323.tutorial(a.) /tuˈtɔriəl/
encourage students to make their own tutorial videos.
a book or a computer program that gives instructions on how to do something
324.derive(v.) /dɪˈraɪv/
This story derives from an old legend.
to receive or obtain something from something else
=secure. obtain
325.adorn(v.) /əˈdɔrn/
The rich man’s house is adorned with many expensive antiques.
to decorate something
=decorate. garnish
326.array(v.) /əˈreɪ/
Mary bought an array of flowers at the market.
a large group of people or things that are related in some way
=order. display
327.proceeds(n.) /ˈproʊˌsidz/
After each festival, the cows have ended up being adorned with a fascinating array of designs and
money that a person or organization makes from selling or winning something, or from organizing an event or activity
=receipts. profits
328.phenomenally(adv.) /fəˈnɑmɪn(ə)l/
This new show is phenomenally successful.
extremely impressive or surprising
329.expedition(n.) /ˌekspəˈdɪʃ(ə)n/
‘ Darwin’s Lost Voyage.’
a long trip organized for a particular purpose, especially to a dangerous or distant place
=journey. trip
330.morph(v.) /mɔrf/
, the ferocious velociraptor may have morphed into Thanksgiving’s favorite bird-the turkey.
to gradually change one image into another using computer technology, or to be changed in this way
331. velociraptor(n.) /vəˈlɑsɪˌræptər/
, the ferocious velociraptor may have morphed into Thanksgiving’s favorite bird-the turkey.
a small dinosaur that moved quickly on two legs and ate meat
332.prestigious(a.) /preˈstidʒəs/
He studies t a prestigious university university in South America.
admired and respected by people
=classic. classical
333.comet(n.) /ˈkɑmət/
Evidence that proves all dinosaurs could fly at one time or another.
a bright object in space that has a tail of gas and dust
334.elite(n.) /ɪˈlit/
Your brother is a member of the intellectual elite.
a small group of people who have a lot of advantages and keep the most power and influence
=cream. valuable
335.speculate(v.) /ˈspekjəˌleɪt/
Anna refuses to speculate on the reason why her teacher dislikes her.
to consider or discuss why something has happened or what might happen
= guess. conjecture
336.wane(v.) /weɪn/
Since the election ended, the public’s interest in politics has waned.
= if a feeling or power wanes, it becomes weaker or less important
=decrease. diminish
337.vindicate(v.) /ˈvɪndɪˌkeɪt/
The suspect was vindicated hen the actual criminal was found.
to prove that someone is right, or that something they said, did, or decided was right, especially when most people believed they were wrong
= uphold. excuse
338.crystallize(v.) /ˈkrɪst(ə)lˌaɪz/
When our plans started to crystallize, we got ready to go.
to change into crystals, or to make something change into crystals
=condition. prepare
339.cultivate(v.) /ˈkʌltɪˌveɪt/
It takest.ime, thought, and effort to cultivate your mind
to make land suitable for growing crops or plants
=condition. prepare
340.perplex(v.) /pərˈpleks/
He is perplexed by the math problem.
to make someone feel perplexed
=puzzle. bewilder
341.identify(v.) /aɪˈdentɪˌfaɪ/
Can you please identify which bag is yours?
to recognize someone and be able to say who they are
=recognize. know
342.trace(n.) /treɪs/
The man disappeared without a trace after committing several murders.
a slight sign that someone has been present or that something has happened
=reproduce. duplicate
343.forensic(n.) /fəˈrenzɪk/
Forensic science is familiar to most viewers of popular TV shows like CSI or Law and Order,
relating to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes and to find out who committed them
344.forensics(n.) /fəˈrenzɪks/
The word forensics if from Latin, and it means ‘’in from of the forum’.’
345.forum(n.)
The word forensics if from Latin, and it means ‘’in from of the forum’.’
scientific methods used to solve crimes and find out who committed them
=square. plaza
346.rectify(v.) /ˈrektəˌfaɪ/
Around AD 1250, a Chinese doctor called Song Ci put together a book called Collected Cases of Injustice Rectified.
to correct a problem or mistake, or to make a bad situation better
=adjust.
347.corpse(n.) /kɔrps/
It included information on how to examine corpses to find caused of death and gave examples of how the closed examination of details helped to solve crimes.
the body of a dead person
=cadaver. stiff
348.sickle(n.) /ˈsɪk(ə)l/
The most famous story is that of the sickle murder,
a tool for cutting down grass and tall plants, consisting of a long curved blade and a handle
349.residual(a.) /rɪˈzɪdjuəl/
, flies were attracted to the residual traced of blood on a single weapon, showing who the murder was.
remaining after the rest of something has gone or ended
350.ballistics(n.) /bəˈlɪstɪks/
, ballistics can identify the type of gun and even the individual weapon from the markings on bullets.
the scientific study of the movement of objects or weapons that are fired into the air
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251.repellent(n.) /rɪˈpelənt/
For Egypation living around the Nile River, eye shadow also served the purpose of being an insect repellent.
a substance that keeps insects or other animals away
=antipathetic. resistant
252.unilateral(a.) /ˌjunɪˈlætrəl/
When Singapore achieved unilateral independence from Britain in 1963, it soon became a part of Malaysia.
done or decided by one country, group, or person, often without considering what other countries, etc. think or want
253.catchment(n.) /ˈkætʃmənt ˌeriə/
,so it relies on rainwater, reservoirs, and water catchment areas for 67 percent of its potable water.
the area of land around a river or lake that it gets its water from
254.disparity(n.) /dɪˈsperəti/
Tensions frequently heat up between the two sides because of economic disparity.
a difference between things
=variety. contradiction
255.procurement(n.) /prəˈkjʊrmənt/
Recent breakthroughs in water procurement techniques have led Singapore to adopt a ‘Four Taps Strategy’ to become more self-reliant.
the process of buying supplies or equipment for a government department or company
=conscription. Acquisition
256.treacherous(a.) /ˈtretʃərəs/
These pandas live at an elevation of 1500 meters and higher, so the trek up the steep slopes is treacherous.
very dangerous, especially because the dangers are not obvious
=deceiving. unrealiable
257.trek(n.) /trek/
These pandas live at an elevation of 1500 meters and higher, so the trek up the steep slopes is treacherous.
a walk that seems long and difficult
=travel.voyage
258.intimate(a.) /ˈɪntɪmət/
Giant Pandas is an intimate portrait of the secret and complex lives of China’s most famous res
=innermost. private
259.suckle(v.) /ˈɪntɪmət/
Female pandas have to raise their cubs alone and make sure their babies are warm, clean, and fed, someone suckling a newborn 14 times a day.
to feed a baby or young animal with milk from a breast or udder
260.cub(n.) /kʌb/
Female pandas have to raise their cubs alone and make sure their babies are warm, clean, and fed someone suckling a newborn 14 times a day.
a young bear, lion, fox, wolf, or other wild animal
261.hibernate(v.) /ˈhaɪbərˌneɪt/
Since bamboo grows in the winter, giant pandas do not need to hibernate
if an animal hibernates, it sleeps through the winter
=sleep. slumber
262.dormant(v.) /ˈdɔrmənt/
rest in a dormant state
something that is dormant is not active or developing now, but it may become active or develop in the future
=sleeping. inactive
263.elusive(a.) /ɪˈlusɪv/
The elusive criminal hid from the police for 10 years before being caught.
an elusive person or animal is difficult or impossible to find or catch
=evasive. elusory
264.elevation(n.) /ˌeləˈveɪʃ(ə)n/
The temple is at an elevation of 1,000 meters.
SCIENCE the height of an area of land, usually measured from sea level
=consequence. ascent
265.forage(v.) /ˈfɔrɪdʒ/
Stray dogs often forage for food in the alley behind the night market.
to search in a wide area for something, especially food
=fodder. feed
266.jargon(n.) /ˈdʒɑrɡən/
Other suggestions includes jargon, a fan of jargon, an enemy disguised as a friend.
special words and phrases that are only understood by people who do the same kind of work
=slang. dialect
267.culinary(a.) /ˈkjulɪˌneri/
Over 60 percent of the featured restaurants serve Japanese cuisine.
relating to food and how to cook it
268.cuisine(n.) /kwɪˈzin/
Over 60 percent of the featured restaurants serve Japanese cuisine.
a particular style of cooking food, especially the style of a particular country or region
269.gastronomic(a.) /ˌɡæstrəˈnɑmɪk/
Michelin Guides director Jean-Luc Naret said that Tokyo is one of the world’s gastronomic.
relating to skillful cooking and the enjoyment of good food
270.mediocre(a.) /ˌmidiˈoʊkər/
I thought the concert was going to be amazing, but it was just mediocre.
average or below average in quality, ability, or achievement
=average. Acceptable
271.carcass(n.) /ˈkɑrkəs/
The aim is to get the carcass away from other players and take it across a goal line.
the body of a dead animal
=body. Animal corpse
272.tactic(n.) /ˈtæktɪk/
While competing on the field, players can use different tactics to try and get a(n) over the others.
a particular method or plan for achieving something
273.whip(v.) /hwɪp/
These can include the violent use of force like hitting, kicking, or even whipping .
a long thin piece of leather with a handle on one end, used for making horses move faster or for hitting someone
=strike. thrash
274.trip(v.) /trɪp/
The only thing not nor get allowed in Buzkashi is tripping another rider’s horse because this could cause serious injuries to the rider’s horse because this could cause serious injuries to the riders to the riders or horses.
=stumble. tumble
275.grisly(a.) /ˈɡrɪzli/
The sport may seem grisly to outsiders,
involving death or violence in a shocking way
=black. alarming
276.outsider(n.) /aʊtˈsaɪdər/
The sport may seem grisly to outsiders,
someone who does not belong to a particular group or organization
=foreigner. stranger
277.consume(v.) /kənˈsum/
You should consume more fruit and vegetables.
to eat or drink something
=spend. use up
278.osteoporosis(n.) /ˌɑstioʊpəˈroʊsɪs/
But later on in life, people have to think about the possibility of osteoporosis.
a medical condition in which your bones become more likely to break. It often affects older people, especially women.
279.phosphorus(n.) /ˈfɑsf(ə)rəs/
Osteoporosis is basically the weakening of bones, often caused by dairy products, excessive consumption of alcohol, or a lack of vitamin D, and for females over the age of 60, the lack of estrogen.
280.estrogen(n.) /ˈestrədʒən/
Osteoporosis is basically the weakening of bones, often caused by dairy products, excessive consumption of alcohol, or a lack of vitamin D, and for females over the age of 60, the lack of estrogen.
a hormone produced in a woman’s ovaries that makes her develop typical female sexual features and prepares her body for having a baby
281.Caucasian(n.) /kɔˈkeɪʒ(ə)n/
Although it can occur in men, women-especially Asian and Caucasian women-are four times as likely to get osteoporosis.
used for describing a white person, for example from Europe, North America, or Australia
=white
282.fracture(v.) /ˈfræktʃər/
If a person already has osteoporosis and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal veartebrae, the consequence can be serious.
if something hard fractures or is fractured, it breaks or cracks
=break. burst
283.wrist(n.) /rɪst/
If a person already has b and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal vertebrae, the consequence can be serious.
the part of your body between your hand and your arm
284.spinal(a.) /ˈspaɪn(ə)l/
If a person already has osteoporosis and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal vertebrae, the consequence can be serious.
relating to your spine
285.vertebrae(n.) /ˈvɜrtəbrə/
If a person already has osteoporosis and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal vertebrae, the consequence can be serious.
one of the small bones that form a row down the center of your back
286.rehabilitation(n.) /ˌrihəbɪlɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/
a rehabilitation program
=recovery
287.impose(v.) /ɪmˈpoʊz/
The government imposed a ban on whale hunting.
to introduce something such as a new law or new system, and force people to accept it
=put. charge
288.spontaneously(adv.) /spɑnˈteɪniəs/
We spontaneously applauded when the teacher announced that the quiz was canceled.
happening in a natural way without being planned or thought about
289.successively(adv.) /səkˈsesɪv/
It rained for three successive days.
coming or happening one after another in a series
=later
290.pledge(v.) /pledʒ/
I pledge to stand by you whenever you’re in trouble.
MAINLY JOURNALISM to promise seriously and publicly to do something
=guarantee. Security
291.indigenous(a.) /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/
This lizard is indigenous to Mexico.
indigenous people lived in a place for a very long time before other people came to live there
=native. original
292.spectrum(n.) /ˈspektrəm/
That school offers a broad spectrum of courses for international student.
the whole range of ideas, qualities, situations, etc. that are possible
293.megalopolis(n.) /ˌmeɡəˈlɑpəlɪs/
Brazil contains a particularly modern spectacle-a megalopolis.
a large city, or an area that contains a lot of large cities
=metropolis
294.cosmopolitan(n.) /ˌkɑzməˈpɑlɪt(ə)n/
It is considered to be more cosmopolitan than Brazil’s second largest city,
someone who has a lot of knowledge and experience of many different countries and cultures
=international. global
295.biodiversity(n.). /ˌbaɪoʊdaɪˈvɜrsəti/
The Rainforest is no mere forest; with the greatest biodiversity in the world, it is a place of magic.
the variety of different types of plant and animal life in a particular region
396.grant(v.) /ɡrænt/
The committee granted a scholarship to the student.
to allow someone to have or do what they want
=give. presents
297.carnival(n.) /ˈkɑrnɪv(ə)l/
You’re probably heard of the Brazilian Carnival, a huge party where people dance in the street,
AMERICAN a collection of large machines you can ride on, and places where you can buy food and try to win prizes by playing games. Carnivals usually travel from town to town. The British word is fair.
=fair. jamboree
298.fasting(n.) /fæst/
Bur before the fasting period begain, they have one last great party- Carnival.
to eat no food or very little food for a period of time, often for religious reasons
299.blocs(n.)
Over time, the groups, called blocs, got bigger and more organized, and they began to compete, with ever more elaborate costumes and dance routines.
a group of countries or people with the same political aims
300.distinctive(a.) /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/
Nowadays, Carnival has distinctive features in different Brazilian cities
=characteristic. distinguishing
For Egypation living around the Nile River, eye shadow also served the purpose of being an insect repellent.
a substance that keeps insects or other animals away
=antipathetic. resistant
252.unilateral(a.) /ˌjunɪˈlætrəl/
When Singapore achieved unilateral independence from Britain in 1963, it soon became a part of Malaysia.
done or decided by one country, group, or person, often without considering what other countries, etc. think or want
253.catchment(n.) /ˈkætʃmənt ˌeriə/
,so it relies on rainwater, reservoirs, and water catchment areas for 67 percent of its potable water.
the area of land around a river or lake that it gets its water from
254.disparity(n.) /dɪˈsperəti/
Tensions frequently heat up between the two sides because of economic disparity.
a difference between things
=variety. contradiction
255.procurement(n.) /prəˈkjʊrmənt/
Recent breakthroughs in water procurement techniques have led Singapore to adopt a ‘Four Taps Strategy’ to become more self-reliant.
the process of buying supplies or equipment for a government department or company
=conscription. Acquisition
256.treacherous(a.) /ˈtretʃərəs/
These pandas live at an elevation of 1500 meters and higher, so the trek up the steep slopes is treacherous.
very dangerous, especially because the dangers are not obvious
=deceiving. unrealiable
257.trek(n.) /trek/
These pandas live at an elevation of 1500 meters and higher, so the trek up the steep slopes is treacherous.
a walk that seems long and difficult
=travel.voyage
258.intimate(a.) /ˈɪntɪmət/
Giant Pandas is an intimate portrait of the secret and complex lives of China’s most famous res
=innermost. private
259.suckle(v.) /ˈɪntɪmət/
Female pandas have to raise their cubs alone and make sure their babies are warm, clean, and fed, someone suckling a newborn 14 times a day.
to feed a baby or young animal with milk from a breast or udder
260.cub(n.) /kʌb/
Female pandas have to raise their cubs alone and make sure their babies are warm, clean, and fed someone suckling a newborn 14 times a day.
a young bear, lion, fox, wolf, or other wild animal
261.hibernate(v.) /ˈhaɪbərˌneɪt/
Since bamboo grows in the winter, giant pandas do not need to hibernate
if an animal hibernates, it sleeps through the winter
=sleep. slumber
262.dormant(v.) /ˈdɔrmənt/
rest in a dormant state
something that is dormant is not active or developing now, but it may become active or develop in the future
=sleeping. inactive
263.elusive(a.) /ɪˈlusɪv/
The elusive criminal hid from the police for 10 years before being caught.
an elusive person or animal is difficult or impossible to find or catch
=evasive. elusory
264.elevation(n.) /ˌeləˈveɪʃ(ə)n/
The temple is at an elevation of 1,000 meters.
SCIENCE the height of an area of land, usually measured from sea level
=consequence. ascent
265.forage(v.) /ˈfɔrɪdʒ/
Stray dogs often forage for food in the alley behind the night market.
to search in a wide area for something, especially food
=fodder. feed
266.jargon(n.) /ˈdʒɑrɡən/
Other suggestions includes jargon, a fan of jargon, an enemy disguised as a friend.
special words and phrases that are only understood by people who do the same kind of work
=slang. dialect
267.culinary(a.) /ˈkjulɪˌneri/
Over 60 percent of the featured restaurants serve Japanese cuisine.
relating to food and how to cook it
268.cuisine(n.) /kwɪˈzin/
Over 60 percent of the featured restaurants serve Japanese cuisine.
a particular style of cooking food, especially the style of a particular country or region
269.gastronomic(a.) /ˌɡæstrəˈnɑmɪk/
Michelin Guides director Jean-Luc Naret said that Tokyo is one of the world’s gastronomic.
relating to skillful cooking and the enjoyment of good food
270.mediocre(a.) /ˌmidiˈoʊkər/
I thought the concert was going to be amazing, but it was just mediocre.
average or below average in quality, ability, or achievement
=average. Acceptable
271.carcass(n.) /ˈkɑrkəs/
The aim is to get the carcass away from other players and take it across a goal line.
the body of a dead animal
=body. Animal corpse
272.tactic(n.) /ˈtæktɪk/
While competing on the field, players can use different tactics to try and get a(n) over the others.
a particular method or plan for achieving something
273.whip(v.) /hwɪp/
These can include the violent use of force like hitting, kicking, or even whipping .
a long thin piece of leather with a handle on one end, used for making horses move faster or for hitting someone
=strike. thrash
274.trip(v.) /trɪp/
The only thing not nor get allowed in Buzkashi is tripping another rider’s horse because this could cause serious injuries to the rider’s horse because this could cause serious injuries to the riders to the riders or horses.
=stumble. tumble
275.grisly(a.) /ˈɡrɪzli/
The sport may seem grisly to outsiders,
involving death or violence in a shocking way
=black. alarming
276.outsider(n.) /aʊtˈsaɪdər/
The sport may seem grisly to outsiders,
someone who does not belong to a particular group or organization
=foreigner. stranger
277.consume(v.) /kənˈsum/
You should consume more fruit and vegetables.
to eat or drink something
=spend. use up
278.osteoporosis(n.) /ˌɑstioʊpəˈroʊsɪs/
But later on in life, people have to think about the possibility of osteoporosis.
a medical condition in which your bones become more likely to break. It often affects older people, especially women.
279.phosphorus(n.) /ˈfɑsf(ə)rəs/
Osteoporosis is basically the weakening of bones, often caused by dairy products, excessive consumption of alcohol, or a lack of vitamin D, and for females over the age of 60, the lack of estrogen.
280.estrogen(n.) /ˈestrədʒən/
Osteoporosis is basically the weakening of bones, often caused by dairy products, excessive consumption of alcohol, or a lack of vitamin D, and for females over the age of 60, the lack of estrogen.
a hormone produced in a woman’s ovaries that makes her develop typical female sexual features and prepares her body for having a baby
281.Caucasian(n.) /kɔˈkeɪʒ(ə)n/
Although it can occur in men, women-especially Asian and Caucasian women-are four times as likely to get osteoporosis.
used for describing a white person, for example from Europe, North America, or Australia
=white
282.fracture(v.) /ˈfræktʃər/
If a person already has osteoporosis and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal veartebrae, the consequence can be serious.
if something hard fractures or is fractured, it breaks or cracks
=break. burst
283.wrist(n.) /rɪst/
If a person already has b and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal vertebrae, the consequence can be serious.
the part of your body between your hand and your arm
284.spinal(a.) /ˈspaɪn(ə)l/
If a person already has osteoporosis and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal vertebrae, the consequence can be serious.
relating to your spine
285.vertebrae(n.) /ˈvɜrtəbrə/
If a person already has osteoporosis and he or she fractures a hip, a wrist, or spinal vertebrae, the consequence can be serious.
one of the small bones that form a row down the center of your back
286.rehabilitation(n.) /ˌrihəbɪlɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/
a rehabilitation program
=recovery
287.impose(v.) /ɪmˈpoʊz/
The government imposed a ban on whale hunting.
to introduce something such as a new law or new system, and force people to accept it
=put. charge
288.spontaneously(adv.) /spɑnˈteɪniəs/
We spontaneously applauded when the teacher announced that the quiz was canceled.
happening in a natural way without being planned or thought about
289.successively(adv.) /səkˈsesɪv/
It rained for three successive days.
coming or happening one after another in a series
=later
290.pledge(v.) /pledʒ/
I pledge to stand by you whenever you’re in trouble.
MAINLY JOURNALISM to promise seriously and publicly to do something
=guarantee. Security
291.indigenous(a.) /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/
This lizard is indigenous to Mexico.
indigenous people lived in a place for a very long time before other people came to live there
=native. original
292.spectrum(n.) /ˈspektrəm/
That school offers a broad spectrum of courses for international student.
the whole range of ideas, qualities, situations, etc. that are possible
293.megalopolis(n.) /ˌmeɡəˈlɑpəlɪs/
Brazil contains a particularly modern spectacle-a megalopolis.
a large city, or an area that contains a lot of large cities
=metropolis
294.cosmopolitan(n.) /ˌkɑzməˈpɑlɪt(ə)n/
It is considered to be more cosmopolitan than Brazil’s second largest city,
someone who has a lot of knowledge and experience of many different countries and cultures
=international. global
295.biodiversity(n.). /ˌbaɪoʊdaɪˈvɜrsəti/
The Rainforest is no mere forest; with the greatest biodiversity in the world, it is a place of magic.
the variety of different types of plant and animal life in a particular region
396.grant(v.) /ɡrænt/
The committee granted a scholarship to the student.
to allow someone to have or do what they want
=give. presents
297.carnival(n.) /ˈkɑrnɪv(ə)l/
You’re probably heard of the Brazilian Carnival, a huge party where people dance in the street,
AMERICAN a collection of large machines you can ride on, and places where you can buy food and try to win prizes by playing games. Carnivals usually travel from town to town. The British word is fair.
=fair. jamboree
298.fasting(n.) /fæst/
Bur before the fasting period begain, they have one last great party- Carnival.
to eat no food or very little food for a period of time, often for religious reasons
299.blocs(n.)
Over time, the groups, called blocs, got bigger and more organized, and they began to compete, with ever more elaborate costumes and dance routines.
a group of countries or people with the same political aims
300.distinctive(a.) /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/
Nowadays, Carnival has distinctive features in different Brazilian cities
=characteristic. distinguishing
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201.sprain(v.) /spreɪn/
How did you sprain your ankle？
to injure a joint such as your wrist by suddenly stretching or turning it too much
=wrench
202.alluring(a.) /əˈlʊrɪŋ/
Customers want perfumes to be soothing, subtle, versatile, while at the same time, alluring.
attractive in an exciting way
=fetching. sultry
203.aromatic.(a.) /ˌærəˈmætɪk/
This person’s duty is to miraculously turn a few tons of grapes into an aromatic wine
an aromatic plant, substance, or food smells especially good
= fragrant
204. miraculously(adv.) /məˈrækjələs/
This person’s duty is to miraculously turn a few tons of grapes into an aromatic wine.
extremely lucky and unexpected
205.ripe(a.) /raɪp/
Tasting the grapes to see if they’re ripe.
ripe fruit or crops have grown to their full size and are ready to eat or use
=ready. mature
206.trajectory(n.) /trəˈdʒektəri/
I’m confident that We can limit some of the damage in 2009 and that in 2010, we can start seeing an upward trajectory on the economy..
the high curving line in which an object such as a missile moves through the air
=direction. track
207.sketch(v.) /sketʃ/
At the meeting, we sketched a general outline for our presentation next week.
to draw a picture quickly and with few details
=draft. delineation
208.competence(n.) /ˈkɑmpɪtəns/
I think Mary is competent for the job.
the ability to do something in a satisfactory or effective way
=efficacy. dexterity
209.embody(v.) /ɪmˈbɑdi/
This essay embodies my opinion of Taoism.
to be the best possible example of a particular idea, quality, or principle, especially a good one
=embrace. incorporate
210.distraction(n.) /dɪˈstrækʃ(ə)n/
If the TV is a distraction for you, I can turn it off.
something that gets your attention and prevents you from concentrating on something else
=abstraction.
211.patron(n.) /ˈpeɪtrən/
, patrons could drop in, put on a facemask or insert nasal tubes, and enjoy a few minutes of air with high levels of oxygen.
someone who uses a particular restaurant, bar, or other business
=customer. client
212.nasal(a.) /ˈneɪz(ə)l/
levels of oxygen.
lating to your nose
213.dispensary(n.) /dɪˈspensəri/
In health-conscious California, for example, oxygen dispensaries, self-operated machines that distribute oxygen, are common sights in gyms and malls.
a place in a hospital where you can get medicines and drugs
=pharmacy. clinic
214.immerse(v.) /ɪˈmɜrs/
Jack immersed himself in his work and forgot eating lunch.
to put something or someone in a liquid, especially so that they are covered completely
=submerge. dip
215.harness(v.) /ˈhɑrnəs/
Solar cells harness the power of the sun to produce electricity.
a set of strong leather bands used for fastening around an animal such as a horse so that it can pull a vehicle
=control. yoke
216.fluorescent(a.) /flɔrˈres(ə)nt/
Fluorescent light bulbs are now substituted for energy-wasting incandescent.
a fluorescent color is very bright and seems to reflect light
217.pigment(n.) /ˈpɪɡmənt/
Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in leaves that allows plants to produce energy from sunlight through photosynthesis.
a natural substance that gives color to something such as paint, skin, or hair
=coloring. dye
218. photosynthesis(n.) /ˌfoʊtoʊˈsɪnθəsɪs/
Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in leaves that allows plants to produce energy from sunlight through photosynthesis.
the process in which green plants combine carbon dioxide and water, by using energy from light, to produce their own food
219.commission(n.) /kəˈmɪʃ(ə)n/
The salesman’s monthly commission is much more than his basic salary.
an extra amount of money that you have to pay to a bank or other organization when they provide a service for you
=entrust. invest
220.thermal(a.) /ˈθɜrm(ə)l/
What’s more, Hungary is rich in thermal water, the water that makes hot springs hot.
relating to or caused by heat
221.spawn(v.) /spɔn/
The oil spill spawned a lot of problems for sea life in the area.
to produce spawn
=reproduce
222.premiere(v.) /prɪˈmɪr/
Many well-known classical musician have played there, and the festival routinely premieres new operas and pieces.
if a movie or play premieres, or if someone premieres a movie or play, it is shown or performed for the first time
=heroine. performance
223.offbeat(a.) /ˈɔfˌbit/
Budapest, the festival includes an international film section and fringe festival featuring new talents and offbeat works.
unusual, often in an interesting way
224.fringe(a.)` /frɪndʒ/
Budapest, the festival includes an international film section and fringe festival featuring new talents and offbeat works.
the outer edge of something
=trimming. border
225.skyrocket(v.) /ˈskaɪˌrɑkət/
The cost of living in Russia is skyrocketing.
if an amount, value, or cost skyrockets, it rises quickly to a very high level
226.debut(n.) /ˈdeɪbjuː/
The singer made her debut on that television show three years ago.
the first time that a performer or sports player appears in public
=opining
227.elaborately(adv.) /ɪˈlæb(ə)rət/
Jenny and Tim had elaborate plans for New Year’s Eve.
very detailed and complicated
=detail. develop
228.apparatus(n.) /ˌæpəˈrætəs/
In rhythmic gymnastics, competitors, either alone or in small groups, use an apparatus to perform a routine.
the machines, tools, and equipment needed for doing something, especially something technical or scientific
=equipment. gear
229.pros and cons
Consider the pros and cons of attending that school before making a decision.
=advantages and disadvantages
230.verify(v.) /ˈverɪˌfaɪ/
Jimmy said that he was innocent. Unfortunately, no one could verify his statement.
to check or to prove that something is true or correct
=confirm. prove
231.deem(v.) /dim/
Alexander has been deemed to be a genius ever since he was a child.
to consider that someone or something has a particular quality
=consider. believe
232.linger(v.) /ˈlɪŋɡər/
After the concert was over, Jimmy lingered outside the theater, hoping to catch a glimpse of his favorite singer.
to stay somewhere longer than is necessary, or to spend longer doing something than is necessary, because it is enjoyable or helpful to you
=stay. wait
233.mock(.v) /mɑk/
Sandy mocked Marvin because he was wearing pink shoes.
to make someone or something look stupid by laughing at them, copying them, or saying something that is not kind
=mimic. ape
234.intricately(adv.) /ˈɪntrɪkət/
Antoni Gaudi’s intricately designed architecture has been deemed so important the seven of his buildings have been given UNESCO World Heritage status,
very detailed in design or structure
=deeply
235.bachelor(n) /ˈbætʃələr/
,Gaudi, who became an architect in 1878, was a lifelong bachelor,
a man who has never been married. It is more usual to say that someone who is not married is single. An eligible bachelor is one who many women want to marry because he is rich and attractive. A confirmed bachelor is a man who does not intend ever to get married.
=single. bach
236.nouveau(a.) /ˌɑrt nuˈvoʊ/
He belonged to the Art Nouveau movement and began his career designing Gothic buildings,
a style of art, decoration, and architecture that uses curved patterns of leaves, flowers, and other natural objects, and was popular at the end of the 19th century in Europe and the U.S.
237.reinterpret(v.) /ɪnˈtɜrprət/
His buildings reinterpreted the designs of Mother Nature, and he is remember as one of the world’s most innovative masters of architecture.
to translate what someone is saying in one language into another language so that someone else can understand it
238.inauguration(n.) /ɪˈnɔɡjəˌreɪt/
They watched the proceedings of the inauguration on television.
to start or introduce something new and important
=institution. accession
239.opinionated(v.) /əˈpɪnjəˌneɪtəd/
Although she is opinionated, Maggie is a very sweet girl.
someone who is opinionated has very strong opinions that they refuse to change even when they are clearly unreasonable
=prejudiced
240.conceited(a.) /kənˈsitəd/
John is a conceited person who is hard to get along with.
someone who is conceited behaves in a way that shows they think they are very intelligent, skillful, or attractive. This word shows that you do not like people like this.
=vain. Boastful
241.moat(n.) /moʊt/
The building was four and a half stories tall and surrounded by a moat to prevent an invasion.
a deep wide hole, usually filled with water, that surrounds a castle as protection against attack
=trench. fortification
242.treason(n.) /ˈtriz(ə)n/
It housed criminals who ad been found guilty of treason or similar offenses.
the crime of helping your country’s enemies or of trying to destroy your country’s government
=betrayal
243.scandalous(a.) /ˈskænd(ə)ləs/
Its most famous prisoners includes French philosopher and writer Voltaire and the scandalous Marquis de Sade.
something that is scandalous shocks you and makes you feel very angry because it seems unfair or wrong
=horrible. terrible
244.siege(v.) /sidʒ/
Mumbai was under siege for three days when terrorists attacked the city.
an attack in which an army surrounds a castle or city in order to prevent the people inside from receiving food and water
=blockade. onslaughtt
245.disgruntled(a.) /dɪsˈɡrʌnt(ə)ld/
If a disgruntled person provoked an incident , wouldn’t Chinese students decide that Taiwan was unsafe?
disappointed and annoyed about something
=displease
246.sully(v.) /ˈsʌli/
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
to damage or spoil something
=deteriorate. addle
247.policymaking(n.)
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
248.utilitarian(a.) /juˌtɪlɪˈteriən/
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
utilitarian attitudes or principles are based on the belief that something is morally right if it helps a majority of people
=practical. utility
249.idelogical(a.) /ˌaɪdiəˈlɑdʒɪk(ə)l/
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
based on, or relating to, an ideology
=theoretical
250.emerging(a.) /ɪˈmɜrdʒɪŋ/
The emerging nation was plagued with a very high rate of inflation.
just beginning to exist or be noticed
How did you sprain your ankle？
to injure a joint such as your wrist by suddenly stretching or turning it too much
=wrench
202.alluring(a.) /əˈlʊrɪŋ/
Customers want perfumes to be soothing, subtle, versatile, while at the same time, alluring.
attractive in an exciting way
=fetching. sultry
203.aromatic.(a.) /ˌærəˈmætɪk/
This person’s duty is to miraculously turn a few tons of grapes into an aromatic wine
an aromatic plant, substance, or food smells especially good
= fragrant
204. miraculously(adv.) /məˈrækjələs/
This person’s duty is to miraculously turn a few tons of grapes into an aromatic wine.
extremely lucky and unexpected
205.ripe(a.) /raɪp/
Tasting the grapes to see if they’re ripe.
ripe fruit or crops have grown to their full size and are ready to eat or use
=ready. mature
206.trajectory(n.) /trəˈdʒektəri/
I’m confident that We can limit some of the damage in 2009 and that in 2010, we can start seeing an upward trajectory on the economy..
the high curving line in which an object such as a missile moves through the air
=direction. track
207.sketch(v.) /sketʃ/
At the meeting, we sketched a general outline for our presentation next week.
to draw a picture quickly and with few details
=draft. delineation
208.competence(n.) /ˈkɑmpɪtəns/
I think Mary is competent for the job.
the ability to do something in a satisfactory or effective way
=efficacy. dexterity
209.embody(v.) /ɪmˈbɑdi/
This essay embodies my opinion of Taoism.
to be the best possible example of a particular idea, quality, or principle, especially a good one
=embrace. incorporate
210.distraction(n.) /dɪˈstrækʃ(ə)n/
If the TV is a distraction for you, I can turn it off.
something that gets your attention and prevents you from concentrating on something else
=abstraction.
211.patron(n.) /ˈpeɪtrən/
, patrons could drop in, put on a facemask or insert nasal tubes, and enjoy a few minutes of air with high levels of oxygen.
someone who uses a particular restaurant, bar, or other business
=customer. client
212.nasal(a.) /ˈneɪz(ə)l/
levels of oxygen.
lating to your nose
213.dispensary(n.) /dɪˈspensəri/
In health-conscious California, for example, oxygen dispensaries, self-operated machines that distribute oxygen, are common sights in gyms and malls.
a place in a hospital where you can get medicines and drugs
=pharmacy. clinic
214.immerse(v.) /ɪˈmɜrs/
Jack immersed himself in his work and forgot eating lunch.
to put something or someone in a liquid, especially so that they are covered completely
=submerge. dip
215.harness(v.) /ˈhɑrnəs/
Solar cells harness the power of the sun to produce electricity.
a set of strong leather bands used for fastening around an animal such as a horse so that it can pull a vehicle
=control. yoke
216.fluorescent(a.) /flɔrˈres(ə)nt/
Fluorescent light bulbs are now substituted for energy-wasting incandescent.
a fluorescent color is very bright and seems to reflect light
217.pigment(n.) /ˈpɪɡmənt/
Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in leaves that allows plants to produce energy from sunlight through photosynthesis.
a natural substance that gives color to something such as paint, skin, or hair
=coloring. dye
218. photosynthesis(n.) /ˌfoʊtoʊˈsɪnθəsɪs/
Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in leaves that allows plants to produce energy from sunlight through photosynthesis.
the process in which green plants combine carbon dioxide and water, by using energy from light, to produce their own food
219.commission(n.) /kəˈmɪʃ(ə)n/
The salesman’s monthly commission is much more than his basic salary.
an extra amount of money that you have to pay to a bank or other organization when they provide a service for you
=entrust. invest
220.thermal(a.) /ˈθɜrm(ə)l/
What’s more, Hungary is rich in thermal water, the water that makes hot springs hot.
relating to or caused by heat
221.spawn(v.) /spɔn/
The oil spill spawned a lot of problems for sea life in the area.
to produce spawn
=reproduce
222.premiere(v.) /prɪˈmɪr/
Many well-known classical musician have played there, and the festival routinely premieres new operas and pieces.
if a movie or play premieres, or if someone premieres a movie or play, it is shown or performed for the first time
=heroine. performance
223.offbeat(a.) /ˈɔfˌbit/
Budapest, the festival includes an international film section and fringe festival featuring new talents and offbeat works.
unusual, often in an interesting way
224.fringe(a.)` /frɪndʒ/
Budapest, the festival includes an international film section and fringe festival featuring new talents and offbeat works.
the outer edge of something
=trimming. border
225.skyrocket(v.) /ˈskaɪˌrɑkət/
The cost of living in Russia is skyrocketing.
if an amount, value, or cost skyrockets, it rises quickly to a very high level
226.debut(n.) /ˈdeɪbjuː/
The singer made her debut on that television show three years ago.
the first time that a performer or sports player appears in public
=opining
227.elaborately(adv.) /ɪˈlæb(ə)rət/
Jenny and Tim had elaborate plans for New Year’s Eve.
very detailed and complicated
=detail. develop
228.apparatus(n.) /ˌæpəˈrætəs/
In rhythmic gymnastics, competitors, either alone or in small groups, use an apparatus to perform a routine.
the machines, tools, and equipment needed for doing something, especially something technical or scientific
=equipment. gear
229.pros and cons
Consider the pros and cons of attending that school before making a decision.
=advantages and disadvantages
230.verify(v.) /ˈverɪˌfaɪ/
Jimmy said that he was innocent. Unfortunately, no one could verify his statement.
to check or to prove that something is true or correct
=confirm. prove
231.deem(v.) /dim/
Alexander has been deemed to be a genius ever since he was a child.
to consider that someone or something has a particular quality
=consider. believe
232.linger(v.) /ˈlɪŋɡər/
After the concert was over, Jimmy lingered outside the theater, hoping to catch a glimpse of his favorite singer.
to stay somewhere longer than is necessary, or to spend longer doing something than is necessary, because it is enjoyable or helpful to you
=stay. wait
233.mock(.v) /mɑk/
Sandy mocked Marvin because he was wearing pink shoes.
to make someone or something look stupid by laughing at them, copying them, or saying something that is not kind
=mimic. ape
234.intricately(adv.) /ˈɪntrɪkət/
Antoni Gaudi’s intricately designed architecture has been deemed so important the seven of his buildings have been given UNESCO World Heritage status,
very detailed in design or structure
=deeply
235.bachelor(n) /ˈbætʃələr/
,Gaudi, who became an architect in 1878, was a lifelong bachelor,
a man who has never been married. It is more usual to say that someone who is not married is single. An eligible bachelor is one who many women want to marry because he is rich and attractive. A confirmed bachelor is a man who does not intend ever to get married.
=single. bach
236.nouveau(a.) /ˌɑrt nuˈvoʊ/
He belonged to the Art Nouveau movement and began his career designing Gothic buildings,
a style of art, decoration, and architecture that uses curved patterns of leaves, flowers, and other natural objects, and was popular at the end of the 19th century in Europe and the U.S.
237.reinterpret(v.) /ɪnˈtɜrprət/
His buildings reinterpreted the designs of Mother Nature, and he is remember as one of the world’s most innovative masters of architecture.
to translate what someone is saying in one language into another language so that someone else can understand it
238.inauguration(n.) /ɪˈnɔɡjəˌreɪt/
They watched the proceedings of the inauguration on television.
to start or introduce something new and important
=institution. accession
239.opinionated(v.) /əˈpɪnjəˌneɪtəd/
Although she is opinionated, Maggie is a very sweet girl.
someone who is opinionated has very strong opinions that they refuse to change even when they are clearly unreasonable
=prejudiced
240.conceited(a.) /kənˈsitəd/
John is a conceited person who is hard to get along with.
someone who is conceited behaves in a way that shows they think they are very intelligent, skillful, or attractive. This word shows that you do not like people like this.
=vain. Boastful
241.moat(n.) /moʊt/
The building was four and a half stories tall and surrounded by a moat to prevent an invasion.
a deep wide hole, usually filled with water, that surrounds a castle as protection against attack
=trench. fortification
242.treason(n.) /ˈtriz(ə)n/
It housed criminals who ad been found guilty of treason or similar offenses.
the crime of helping your country’s enemies or of trying to destroy your country’s government
=betrayal
243.scandalous(a.) /ˈskænd(ə)ləs/
Its most famous prisoners includes French philosopher and writer Voltaire and the scandalous Marquis de Sade.
something that is scandalous shocks you and makes you feel very angry because it seems unfair or wrong
=horrible. terrible
244.siege(v.) /sidʒ/
Mumbai was under siege for three days when terrorists attacked the city.
an attack in which an army surrounds a castle or city in order to prevent the people inside from receiving food and water
=blockade. onslaughtt
245.disgruntled(a.) /dɪsˈɡrʌnt(ə)ld/
If a disgruntled person provoked an incident , wouldn’t Chinese students decide that Taiwan was unsafe?
disappointed and annoyed about something
=displease
246.sully(v.) /ˈsʌli/
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
to damage or spoil something
=deteriorate. addle
247.policymaking(n.)
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
248.utilitarian(a.) /juˌtɪlɪˈteriən/
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
utilitarian attitudes or principles are based on the belief that something is morally right if it helps a majority of people
=practical. utility
249.idelogical(a.) /ˌaɪdiəˈlɑdʒɪk(ə)l/
I am confident that we can avoid sullying our policymaking with utilitarian or ideological objective,
based on, or relating to, an ideology
=theoretical
250.emerging(a.) /ɪˈmɜrdʒɪŋ/
The emerging nation was plagued with a very high rate of inflation.
just beginning to exist or be noticed
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151.cubist(a.) /ˈkjubɪst/
His African Period was inspired by African masks and lead to what he is most known for, his Cubist Period.
relating to an early 20th-century style of painting in which the artist paints several different views of a person or object in a single painting, usually using straight lines
152.plunge(v.) /plʌndʒ/
The bus went out of control and plunge into the river.
to fall quickly from a high position
=dive. plummet
153.strap(v.) /stræp/
Nancy strapped her son into a special car seat.
a narrow piece of cloth, plastic, etc. attached to something that you use for holding or carrying it, or hanging it up by
=fasten. tie
154.reverse(a.) /rɪˈvɜrs/
The Reverse Bungee
opposite to what is usual or to what existed previously
=revert.regress
155.harness(n.) /ˈhɑrnəs/
The jumper, wearing a harness attached to a long, elastic cable, leaps from a platform high above the ground.
a set of strong leather bands used for fastening around an animal such as a horse so that it can pull a vehicle
=control. use
156.telescopic(a.) /ˌteləˈskɑpɪk/
The riders are strapped into a capsule distributed by elastic cables between two telescope towers.
relating to or similar to a telescope
157.hurl(v.) /hɜrl/
, the riders and capsule are hurled skyward at speed close to 200km/h before being stopped by the twin bungee cords.
to throw something using a lot of force
=throw.fling
158.skyward(adv.) /ˈskaɪwərd/
, the riders and capsule are hurled skyward at speed close to 200km/h before being stopped by the twin bungee cords.
upward, toward the sky
=aerial
159.distribute(v.) /dɪˈstrɪˌbjut/
The charity distributed food and clothing to the refugees.
to give something such as food, clothes, or money to a group of people, especially so that each person gets an equal share
=scatter.disperse
160.gravity(n.) /ˈɡrævəti/
Once the tripe ends, gravity takes over and the riders fall back down to Earth and are stopped again by the elastic cords before hitting the ground.
=pull.
161.gratitude(n.) /ˈɡrætɪˌtud/
Bill showed his gratitude to Helen by treating her to a movie.
a feeling of being grateful to someone because they have given you something or have done something for you
=thankfulness. gratefulness
162.negligence(n.) /ˈneɡlɪdʒəns/
The manager neglected his duties and was eventually fired.
failure to give care or attention, especially when this causes harm or damage
=disregard. delinquency
163.hectare(n.) /ˈhektər/
, Vatican City measures a mere 44 hectares in size.
a unit for measuring an area of land, equal to 10,000 square meters
164.census(n.) /ˈsensəs/
According to a recent census that counted less than 900 citizen,
an occasion on which government officials count the people who live in a country and record other information about them
=head count. statistics
165.panoramic(a.) /ˌpænəˈræmɪk/
And beautiful Monte Mario , the city’s highest hill, offers panoramic views of both Vatican City and Rome.
a panoramic view allows you to see a large area of land or water around you
=scenic
166.arguably(adv.) /ˈɑrɡjuəbli/
Global warming is arguably the most serious problem of our time.
used for stating your opinion or belief, especially when you think other people may disagree
167.reaffirm(v.) /ˌriəˈfɜrm/
The spokesman affirmed that a war on terrorism would be necessary.
to formally and officially state something again
168.excel(v.) /ɪkˈsel/
AI excels in computer programming.
to do something extremely well
=surpass. exceed
169.obsession(n.) /əbˈseʃ(ə)n/
Jeffrey is obsessed with his looks. He’s constantly looking at himself in the mirror.
an emotional state in which someone or something is so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people
=craze. addition
170.pique(v.) /pik/
The sale piqued Heidi’s interest in getting some new shoes.
to offend someone slightly
=stir. incite
171.hospitable(a.) /hɑˈspɪtəb(ə)l/
John is so hospitable that those who know him like him very much.
generous toward visitors and guests
=.cordial
172.exotic(a.) /ɪɡˈzɑtɪk/
Some spend years in classes and schools learning how to cook the most exotic dishes imaginable.
interesting or exciting because of being unusual or not familiar
=foreign. strange
173.terrain(n.) /təˈreɪn/
New Zealand is known for its rugged terrain and hospitable people,
an area of land, usually one that has a particular physical feature
=quarter
174.episode(n.) /ˈepɪˌsoʊd/
Grill Master’s episode,
an event or set of events that forms part of a longer series but is considered separately
=occurrence. incident
175.outskirts(n.) /ˈaʊtˌskɜrts/
Mike lives on the outskirts of Chicago.
the areas of a town or city that are farthest away from the center
=suburbs. periphery
176.botanical(a.) /bəˈtænɪk(ə)l/
, which will turn into a botanical garden,
relating to plants or to the scientific study of plants
177.metropolitan(N.) /ˌmetrəˈpɑlɪt(ə)n/
In metropolitan Taipei , for example , some elementary schools are cheating vegetable patches where kids can grow things for themselves.
belonging to a big city, or typical of big cities
=civic. city
178.rehabilitate(v.) /ˌrihəˈbɪlɪˌteɪt/
Others are rehabilitating endangered plants and animals on the school grounds,
to help someone to give up drugs or alcohol, so that they can return to a healthy, independent, and useful life
=renew. mend
179.attribute(n.) /ˈætrɪˌbjut/
Though possessing different geographical attributes,
a quality or feature of someone or something
=assign. ascribe
180.adjacent(a.) /əˈdʒeɪs(ə)nt/
All of he pond water and water used on the plants growing on campus each semester.
next to or near something else
=neighboring. bordering
181.transfusion(n.) /trænsˈfjuʒ(ə)n/
Blood transfusion
a medical treatment in which blood from one person is put into another person’s body
182.optimum(a.) /ˈɑptɪməm/
To ensure optimum performance, get a good night’s sleep the day before the exam.
best or most suitable within a range of possibilities
=glory
183.observe(v.) /əbˈzɜrv/
Children tend to observe their birthdays as though were a serious holiday.
to notice someone doing something, or to notice something happening
=examine. perceive
184.intertwine(v.) /ˌɪntərˈtwaɪn/
The author’s latest novel was intertwined with historical facts.
to twist things together, or to be twisted together
=coil. convolute
185.spook(v.) /spuk/
Spooking the Saints
to make someone suddenly feel frightened or nervous
=specter. apparition
186.saint(n.) /seɪnt/
All Saint’s Day and Halloween are the both well-know holidays.
someone who the Christian church officially honors after their death because they have lived an especially holy life. Saint is often written as St. before a person’s name
=martyr. christian
187.martyr(N.) /ˈmɑrtər/
All Saint’s Day is an observance established by the Christian church to honor the lives of saints and martyrs.
someone who suffers or is killed because of their religious or political beliefs
=saint
188.appease(v.) /əˈpiz/
It was not only a time to honor the spirits of dead relatives but also a time to scare off or appease evil spirits that might be around.
to give your opponents what they want
=calm. allay
189.consensus(n.)
Lawmakers from the various parties will continue working on the issue to build consensus.
agreement among all the people involved
=unanimity. concord
190.countepart(n.) /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑrt/
someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another person or thing, but in a different country, time, situation, or organization
191.accolade(n.) /ˈækəˌleɪd/
With received awards and accolades from people both inside and outside of the publishing industry.
an honor given to someone for their work
=eulogy. applause
192.perplexity(n.) /pərˈpleksəti/
We all stood in perplexity the car trying to figure out how to rescue the child locked inside.
a confused feeling that you have because you cannot understand something
=paradox. complexity
193.tedious(a.) /ˈtidiəs/
boring and continuing for too long
=dull. tiring
194.backing(n.) /ˈbækɪŋ/
This connection provides them not only with a reputable name but also strong financial backing.
support, help, or active approval
=upkeep. assistance
195.well(adv.) /wel/
The price of this car is well past what I can afford.
if feelings well or well up inside you, they become very strong
=laudably. meritoriously
196.infringement(n.) /ɪnˈfrɪndʒ/
Some Americans claims that guns laws infringe on their rights.
to break a law, rule, or agreement
=commission. invasion
197.fleeting(a.) /ˈflitɪŋ/
, the same bloom represent the fleeting nature of life in Japan.
continuing for only a very short time
=passing.
198.ornamental(a.) /ˌɔrnəˈment(ə)l/
, or the ornamental cherry blossom
designed to be used as decoration
=aesthetic
199.coexist(v.) /ˌkoʊɪɡˈzɪst/
Since no one is completely masculine or feminine, we should appreciate that both sides coexist within every individual.
to live or exist at the same time or in the same place
200.sample(v.) /ˈsæmp(ə)l/
While many of the customers sampled the chocolates, few of them bought anything.
to test a small amount of something in order to get information about the whole thing
=experiment
His African Period was inspired by African masks and lead to what he is most known for, his Cubist Period.
relating to an early 20th-century style of painting in which the artist paints several different views of a person or object in a single painting, usually using straight lines
152.plunge(v.) /plʌndʒ/
The bus went out of control and plunge into the river.
to fall quickly from a high position
=dive. plummet
153.strap(v.) /stræp/
Nancy strapped her son into a special car seat.
a narrow piece of cloth, plastic, etc. attached to something that you use for holding or carrying it, or hanging it up by
=fasten. tie
154.reverse(a.) /rɪˈvɜrs/
The Reverse Bungee
opposite to what is usual or to what existed previously
=revert.regress
155.harness(n.) /ˈhɑrnəs/
The jumper, wearing a harness attached to a long, elastic cable, leaps from a platform high above the ground.
a set of strong leather bands used for fastening around an animal such as a horse so that it can pull a vehicle
=control. use
156.telescopic(a.) /ˌteləˈskɑpɪk/
The riders are strapped into a capsule distributed by elastic cables between two telescope towers.
relating to or similar to a telescope
157.hurl(v.) /hɜrl/
, the riders and capsule are hurled skyward at speed close to 200km/h before being stopped by the twin bungee cords.
to throw something using a lot of force
=throw.fling
158.skyward(adv.) /ˈskaɪwərd/
, the riders and capsule are hurled skyward at speed close to 200km/h before being stopped by the twin bungee cords.
upward, toward the sky
=aerial
159.distribute(v.) /dɪˈstrɪˌbjut/
The charity distributed food and clothing to the refugees.
to give something such as food, clothes, or money to a group of people, especially so that each person gets an equal share
=scatter.disperse
160.gravity(n.) /ˈɡrævəti/
Once the tripe ends, gravity takes over and the riders fall back down to Earth and are stopped again by the elastic cords before hitting the ground.
=pull.
161.gratitude(n.) /ˈɡrætɪˌtud/
Bill showed his gratitude to Helen by treating her to a movie.
a feeling of being grateful to someone because they have given you something or have done something for you
=thankfulness. gratefulness
162.negligence(n.) /ˈneɡlɪdʒəns/
The manager neglected his duties and was eventually fired.
failure to give care or attention, especially when this causes harm or damage
=disregard. delinquency
163.hectare(n.) /ˈhektər/
, Vatican City measures a mere 44 hectares in size.
a unit for measuring an area of land, equal to 10,000 square meters
164.census(n.) /ˈsensəs/
According to a recent census that counted less than 900 citizen,
an occasion on which government officials count the people who live in a country and record other information about them
=head count. statistics
165.panoramic(a.) /ˌpænəˈræmɪk/
And beautiful Monte Mario , the city’s highest hill, offers panoramic views of both Vatican City and Rome.
a panoramic view allows you to see a large area of land or water around you
=scenic
166.arguably(adv.) /ˈɑrɡjuəbli/
Global warming is arguably the most serious problem of our time.
used for stating your opinion or belief, especially when you think other people may disagree
167.reaffirm(v.) /ˌriəˈfɜrm/
The spokesman affirmed that a war on terrorism would be necessary.
to formally and officially state something again
168.excel(v.) /ɪkˈsel/
AI excels in computer programming.
to do something extremely well
=surpass. exceed
169.obsession(n.) /əbˈseʃ(ə)n/
Jeffrey is obsessed with his looks. He’s constantly looking at himself in the mirror.
an emotional state in which someone or something is so important to you that you are always thinking about them, in a way that seems extreme to other people
=craze. addition
170.pique(v.) /pik/
The sale piqued Heidi’s interest in getting some new shoes.
to offend someone slightly
=stir. incite
171.hospitable(a.) /hɑˈspɪtəb(ə)l/
John is so hospitable that those who know him like him very much.
generous toward visitors and guests
=.cordial
172.exotic(a.) /ɪɡˈzɑtɪk/
Some spend years in classes and schools learning how to cook the most exotic dishes imaginable.
interesting or exciting because of being unusual or not familiar
=foreign. strange
173.terrain(n.) /təˈreɪn/
New Zealand is known for its rugged terrain and hospitable people,
an area of land, usually one that has a particular physical feature
=quarter
174.episode(n.) /ˈepɪˌsoʊd/
Grill Master’s episode,
an event or set of events that forms part of a longer series but is considered separately
=occurrence. incident
175.outskirts(n.) /ˈaʊtˌskɜrts/
Mike lives on the outskirts of Chicago.
the areas of a town or city that are farthest away from the center
=suburbs. periphery
176.botanical(a.) /bəˈtænɪk(ə)l/
, which will turn into a botanical garden,
relating to plants or to the scientific study of plants
177.metropolitan(N.) /ˌmetrəˈpɑlɪt(ə)n/
In metropolitan Taipei , for example , some elementary schools are cheating vegetable patches where kids can grow things for themselves.
belonging to a big city, or typical of big cities
=civic. city
178.rehabilitate(v.) /ˌrihəˈbɪlɪˌteɪt/
Others are rehabilitating endangered plants and animals on the school grounds,
to help someone to give up drugs or alcohol, so that they can return to a healthy, independent, and useful life
=renew. mend
179.attribute(n.) /ˈætrɪˌbjut/
Though possessing different geographical attributes,
a quality or feature of someone or something
=assign. ascribe
180.adjacent(a.) /əˈdʒeɪs(ə)nt/
All of he pond water and water used on the plants growing on campus each semester.
next to or near something else
=neighboring. bordering
181.transfusion(n.) /trænsˈfjuʒ(ə)n/
Blood transfusion
a medical treatment in which blood from one person is put into another person’s body
182.optimum(a.) /ˈɑptɪməm/
To ensure optimum performance, get a good night’s sleep the day before the exam.
best or most suitable within a range of possibilities
=glory
183.observe(v.) /əbˈzɜrv/
Children tend to observe their birthdays as though were a serious holiday.
to notice someone doing something, or to notice something happening
=examine. perceive
184.intertwine(v.) /ˌɪntərˈtwaɪn/
The author’s latest novel was intertwined with historical facts.
to twist things together, or to be twisted together
=coil. convolute
185.spook(v.) /spuk/
Spooking the Saints
to make someone suddenly feel frightened or nervous
=specter. apparition
186.saint(n.) /seɪnt/
All Saint’s Day and Halloween are the both well-know holidays.
someone who the Christian church officially honors after their death because they have lived an especially holy life. Saint is often written as St. before a person’s name
=martyr. christian
187.martyr(N.) /ˈmɑrtər/
All Saint’s Day is an observance established by the Christian church to honor the lives of saints and martyrs.
someone who suffers or is killed because of their religious or political beliefs
=saint
188.appease(v.) /əˈpiz/
It was not only a time to honor the spirits of dead relatives but also a time to scare off or appease evil spirits that might be around.
to give your opponents what they want
=calm. allay
189.consensus(n.)
Lawmakers from the various parties will continue working on the issue to build consensus.
agreement among all the people involved
=unanimity. concord
190.countepart(n.) /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑrt/
someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another person or thing, but in a different country, time, situation, or organization
191.accolade(n.) /ˈækəˌleɪd/
With received awards and accolades from people both inside and outside of the publishing industry.
an honor given to someone for their work
=eulogy. applause
192.perplexity(n.) /pərˈpleksəti/
We all stood in perplexity the car trying to figure out how to rescue the child locked inside.
a confused feeling that you have because you cannot understand something
=paradox. complexity
193.tedious(a.) /ˈtidiəs/
boring and continuing for too long
=dull. tiring
194.backing(n.) /ˈbækɪŋ/
This connection provides them not only with a reputable name but also strong financial backing.
support, help, or active approval
=upkeep. assistance
195.well(adv.) /wel/
The price of this car is well past what I can afford.
if feelings well or well up inside you, they become very strong
=laudably. meritoriously
196.infringement(n.) /ɪnˈfrɪndʒ/
Some Americans claims that guns laws infringe on their rights.
to break a law, rule, or agreement
=commission. invasion
197.fleeting(a.) /ˈflitɪŋ/
, the same bloom represent the fleeting nature of life in Japan.
continuing for only a very short time
=passing.
198.ornamental(a.) /ˌɔrnəˈment(ə)l/
, or the ornamental cherry blossom
designed to be used as decoration
=aesthetic
199.coexist(v.) /ˌkoʊɪɡˈzɪst/
Since no one is completely masculine or feminine, we should appreciate that both sides coexist within every individual.
to live or exist at the same time or in the same place
200.sample(v.) /ˈsæmp(ə)l/
While many of the customers sampled the chocolates, few of them bought anything.
to test a small amount of something in order to get information about the whole thing
=experiment
英單101-150
01.slaughter(v.) /ˈslɔtər/
Many civilians were slaughter by victorious army.
to kill many people in a violent way
=massacre. slay
102.sloppy(a.) /ˈslɑpi/
The sloppy road made my shoes dirty.
sloppy clothes are loose and informal
=muddy
103.staggered(a.) /ˈstæɡər/
Her turning down the promotion staggered all the member in the sales department.
to walk in an uncontrolled way, as if you are going to fall over
=stumble
104.chuckle(v.) /ˈtʃʌk(ə)l/
He chuckle at her funny dress.
to laugh quietly, especially in a private or secret way
=giggle
105.charitable(a.) /ˈtʃerɪtəb(ə)l/
Mother Teresa was charitable to the poor, the sick and the unwanted.
intended to help people who are poor or sick, or who need advice and support
=kind. generous
106.vine(n) /vaɪn/
The wall is covered with vines.
the plant on which grapes grow
=grapevine
107.vertical(a.) /ˈvɜrtɪk(ə)l/
The tower is not completely vertical to the ground.
standing, pointing, or moving straight up. Something that is horizontal is parallel to the ground or its base
=uprigh
108.vibrate(v.) /ˈvaɪˌbreɪt/
When the truck passed by, the house vibrated.
to shake very quickly with small movements
=tremble. quaver
109.gulp(v.) /ɡʌlp/
She gulped back tears at the funeral.
to swallow food or drink quickly in a way that shows you are very hungry
=swallow
110.hail(v.) /heɪl/
The climber heard someone hail from the distant mountain.
to say publicly how good or important someone or something is
=shout at. call to
111.robust(a.) /roʊˈbʌst/
We always take pride in producing roust machinery.
a robust person is strong and healthy
=strong
112.roam(v.)/roʊm/
Jim likes to roam around the store to look for discounted items.
to move or travel with no particular purpose
=stroll. wander
113.dialect(n.) /ˈdaɪəlekt/
Chinese has a great variety of dialect.
a way of speaking a language that is used only in a particular area or by a particular group
114.despise(v.) /dɪˈspaɪz/
He was despise by everyone for cheating.
to hate someone or something and have no respect for them
=scorn
115.dispense(v.) /dɪˈspens/
The nuns dispense food to the poor.
if a machine dispenses something such as food, drink, or money, it gives it to you
=distribute. Give out
116.relentless(a.) /rɪˈlentləs/
In her relentless pursuit of success, Shelly went through a lot of hardships.
something bad that is relentless never seems to stop or improve
=harsh.
117.parliament(n.) /ˈpɑrləmənt/
Once the new regulations are approved by the parliament,
an official elected group of people in some countries who meet to make the laws of the country and discuss national issues
=legislature
118.vacancy(n.) /ˈveɪkənsi/
There aren’t many vacancies at my company, but I might be able to put in a good word for you.
a job that is available for someone to do
=emptiness
119.flock(v.) /flɑk/
Those guys do the same job, play the same video games, and go to the same bar.
to gather together in a large group, usually because there is something interesting or exciting
=group
120.counterpart(n.) /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑrt/
The president’s counterparts from Europe will meet with him next week.
someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another person or thing, but in a different country, time, situation, or organization
=fellow
121.omit(v.) /oʊˈmɪt/
Don’t omit any any of the parts of the article I wrote.
to fail to include someone or something, either deliberately or because you forget
=exclude
122.enrollment(n.) /ɪnˈroʊlmənt/
We will enroll Catherine in the dance program that starts next week.
when someone is officially put on the list of students who go to a school, college, or university
=draft
123.equivocal(a.) /ɪˈkwɪvək(ə)l/
His speech was rather equivocal and no one understood what he was talking about.
an equivocal statement has more than one possible meaning and is made in order to avoid saying something clearly
=membership
124.scapegoat(n.) /ˈskeɪpˌɡoʊt/
Don’t use me as your scapegoat for why you don’t have any money. You’re broke because you spend too much.
someone who is blamed for something that is not their fault, especially because someone else wants to avoid being blamed
=victim
125.clip(n.) /klɪp/
, every big media company from MTV to CNN has begun to provide online video clips for the public.a small object that holds something in position
=curtail
126.obscene(a.) /ɑbˈsin/
Although many of these sites contain filters to control the spread of copyrighted or obscene material,
offensive in a sexual way
=smutty
127.offense(n.) /əˈfens/
They often only restrict certain videos when an offense has been brought to their attention by outside
sources.
a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment
=violation
128.inception(n.) /ɪnˈsepʃ(ə)n/
Since its inception, YouTube has faced several legal threats due to copyright infringement.
the beginning of something
=conception
129.infringement(n.) /ɪnˈfrɪndʒ/
Since its inception, YouTube has faced several legal threats due to copyright infringement.
to break a law, rule, or agreement
=intervention
130.floral(a.) /ˈflɔrəl/
Spring is in the air, and image og a bright sun shining down upon floral landscape abound.
made of flowers, or decorated with pictures of flowers
131.forensic(a.) /fəˈrenzɪk/
Forensic science is familiar to most viewers of popular TV shows like CSI or Law and Order, but it has always had a role in real police work.
relating to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes and to find out who committed them
132.forum(n.) /ˈfɔrəm/
The word forensics is from Latin, and it means
an organized event or meeting at which people discuss something
=square
133.rectify(v.) /ˈrektəˌfaɪ/
Around AD 1250, a Chinese doctor called Song Ci put together a booked called Collected Cased of Injustice Rectified.
to correct a problem or mistake, or to make a bad situation better
=adjust. remedy
134.corps(n.) /kɔr/
It included information on how to examine corpses to find cause of death and gave examples of how the close examination of details helped to solve crimes.
a part of an army that has particular responsibilities
=cohort. division
135.residual(a.) /rɪˈzɪdjuəl/
,files were attracted to the residual traces of blood on a single weapon,
remaining after the rest of something has gone or ended
136.orbit(n.) /ˈɔrbɪt/
A solar eclipse when the moon’s orbit moves between the Earth and the sun so that the sun is fully or partially obstructed.
the path that is taken by an object moving around a larger object in space
=path.route
137.particlly(adv.)/ˈpɑrʃəli/
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon’s orbit moves between the Earth and the sun so that the sun is fully or partially obstructed.
not completely
=somewhat
138.odor(n.) /ˈoʊdər/
Humans can smell fear by detecting odor molecules in sweat which indicate whether another person is afraid,
a smell, especially one that is unpleasant
=scent. essence
139.empathy(n.) /ˈempəθi/
, this stimulates regions of the brain responsible fop empathy and interpreting other people’s emotion.
the ability to understand how someone feels because you can imagine what it is like to be them
140.book(v.) /bʊk/
I tried to get reservations, but the hotel was fully for the whole weekend.
to buy tickets for an event or trip before you go, or to arrange to stay in a hotel at a particular time in the future
=reserve
141.saucy(a.) /ˈsɔsi/
A Saucy Hit.
saucy pictures, jokes, etc. refer to sex in a way that is funny
=rude.impudent
142.animated(a.) /ˈænɪˌmeɪtəd/
The Astrro Boy animated series ran first in Japan and was later brought to the US.
lively or active
=snappy.active
143.demonstrate(v.) /ˈdemənˌstreɪt/
Could you please demonstrate how to operate this machine？
to show someone how to do something by doing it yourself
=display.illustrate
144.brag(v.) /bræɡ/
Tracy used to brag that her boyfriend had five sports cars.
to talk about your achievements or possessions in a proud way that annoys other people
=boast.crow
145.somber(a.) /ˈsɑmbər/
,In it, he used dark greens and blues to express a somber feeling largely influenced by a friend’s suicide.
The prolific writer released four books last year.
serious or sad
=gloomy.melanchy
147.precision(n.) /prɪˈsɪʒ(ə)n/
,Picasso’s father vowed to give up painting because he believe that his son’s precision and skill were already far greater than his.
the quality of being very accurate and exact
=exactness. exactitude
148.ceramics(n.) /səˈræmɪks/
His paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, drawings, tapestries, and rugs have sold for million of dollars,
the art or process of making ceramic objects
=china
148. tapestries(n.) /ˈtæpəstri/
His paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, drawings, tapestries, and rugs have sold for million of dollars,
a thick heavy cloth that has pictures or patterns woven into it. Tapestries are often hung on walls.
149.somber(a.) /ˈsɑmbər/
, he used dark greens and blues to express a somber feeling largely influenced by a friend’s suicide.
serious or sad
150.acrobat(n.) /ˈækrəˌbæt/
Acrobats and circus people filled Picasso’s Rose Period as his works became full of color and joy.
someone who can balance, jump, and turn their body in skillful ways, especially as a form of entertainment
=tumbler
Many civilians were slaughter by victorious army.
to kill many people in a violent way
=massacre. slay
102.sloppy(a.) /ˈslɑpi/
The sloppy road made my shoes dirty.
sloppy clothes are loose and informal
=muddy
103.staggered(a.) /ˈstæɡər/
Her turning down the promotion staggered all the member in the sales department.
to walk in an uncontrolled way, as if you are going to fall over
=stumble
104.chuckle(v.) /ˈtʃʌk(ə)l/
He chuckle at her funny dress.
to laugh quietly, especially in a private or secret way
=giggle
105.charitable(a.) /ˈtʃerɪtəb(ə)l/
Mother Teresa was charitable to the poor, the sick and the unwanted.
intended to help people who are poor or sick, or who need advice and support
=kind. generous
106.vine(n) /vaɪn/
The wall is covered with vines.
the plant on which grapes grow
=grapevine
107.vertical(a.) /ˈvɜrtɪk(ə)l/
The tower is not completely vertical to the ground.
standing, pointing, or moving straight up. Something that is horizontal is parallel to the ground or its base
=uprigh
108.vibrate(v.) /ˈvaɪˌbreɪt/
When the truck passed by, the house vibrated.
to shake very quickly with small movements
=tremble. quaver
109.gulp(v.) /ɡʌlp/
She gulped back tears at the funeral.
to swallow food or drink quickly in a way that shows you are very hungry
=swallow
110.hail(v.) /heɪl/
The climber heard someone hail from the distant mountain.
to say publicly how good or important someone or something is
=shout at. call to
111.robust(a.) /roʊˈbʌst/
We always take pride in producing roust machinery.
a robust person is strong and healthy
=strong
112.roam(v.)
Jim likes to roam around the store to look for discounted items.
to move or travel with no particular purpose
=stroll. wander
113.dialect(n.) /ˈdaɪəlekt/
Chinese has a great variety of dialect.
a way of speaking a language that is used only in a particular area or by a particular group
114.despise(v.) /dɪˈspaɪz/
He was despise by everyone for cheating.
to hate someone or something and have no respect for them
=scorn
115.dispense(v.) /dɪˈspens/
The nuns dispense food to the poor.
if a machine dispenses something such as food, drink, or money, it gives it to you
=distribute. Give out
116.relentless(a.) /rɪˈlentləs/
In her relentless pursuit of success, Shelly went through a lot of hardships.
something bad that is relentless never seems to stop or improve
=harsh.
117.parliament(n.) /ˈpɑrləmənt/
Once the new regulations are approved by the parliament,
an official elected group of people in some countries who meet to make the laws of the country and discuss national issues
=legislature
118.vacancy(n.) /ˈveɪkənsi/
There aren’t many vacancies at my company, but I might be able to put in a good word for you.
a job that is available for someone to do
=emptiness
119.flock(v.) /flɑk/
Those guys do the same job, play the same video games, and go to the same bar.
to gather together in a large group, usually because there is something interesting or exciting
=group
120.counterpart(n.) /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑrt/
The president’s counterparts from Europe will meet with him next week.
someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another person or thing, but in a different country, time, situation, or organization
=fellow
121.omit(v.) /oʊˈmɪt/
Don’t omit any any of the parts of the article I wrote.
to fail to include someone or something, either deliberately or because you forget
=exclude
122.enrollment(n.) /ɪnˈroʊlmənt/
We will enroll Catherine in the dance program that starts next week.
when someone is officially put on the list of students who go to a school, college, or university
=draft
123.equivocal(a.) /ɪˈkwɪvək(ə)l/
His speech was rather equivocal and no one understood what he was talking about.
an equivocal statement has more than one possible meaning and is made in order to avoid saying something clearly
=membership
124.scapegoat(n.) /ˈskeɪpˌɡoʊt/
Don’t use me as your scapegoat for why you don’t have any money. You’re broke because you spend too much.
someone who is blamed for something that is not their fault, especially because someone else wants to avoid being blamed
=victim
125.clip(n.) /klɪp/
, every big media company from MTV to CNN has begun to provide online video clips for the public.a small object that holds something in position
=curtail
126.obscene(a.) /ɑbˈsin/
Although many of these sites contain filters to control the spread of copyrighted or obscene material,
offensive in a sexual way
=smutty
127.offense(n.) /əˈfens/
They often only restrict certain videos when an offense has been brought to their attention by outside
sources.
a crime or illegal activity for which there is a punishment
=violation
128.inception(n.) /ɪnˈsepʃ(ə)n/
Since its inception, YouTube has faced several legal threats due to copyright infringement.
the beginning of something
=conception
129.infringement(n.) /ɪnˈfrɪndʒ/
Since its inception, YouTube has faced several legal threats due to copyright infringement.
to break a law, rule, or agreement
=intervention
130.floral(a.) /ˈflɔrəl/
Spring is in the air, and image og a bright sun shining down upon floral landscape abound.
made of flowers, or decorated with pictures of flowers
131.forensic(a.) /fəˈrenzɪk/
Forensic science is familiar to most viewers of popular TV shows like CSI or Law and Order, but it has always had a role in real police work.
relating to the use of scientific methods to solve crimes and to find out who committed them
132.forum(n.) /ˈfɔrəm/
The word forensics is from Latin, and it means
an organized event or meeting at which people discuss something
=square
133.rectify(v.) /ˈrektəˌfaɪ/
Around AD 1250, a Chinese doctor called Song Ci put together a booked called Collected Cased of Injustice Rectified.
to correct a problem or mistake, or to make a bad situation better
=adjust. remedy
134.corps(n.) /kɔr/
It included information on how to examine corpses to find cause of death and gave examples of how the close examination of details helped to solve crimes.
a part of an army that has particular responsibilities
=cohort. division
135.residual(a.) /rɪˈzɪdjuəl/
,files were attracted to the residual traces of blood on a single weapon,
remaining after the rest of something has gone or ended
136.orbit(n.) /ˈɔrbɪt/
A solar eclipse when the moon’s orbit moves between the Earth and the sun so that the sun is fully or partially obstructed.
the path that is taken by an object moving around a larger object in space
=path.route
137.particlly(adv.)/ˈpɑrʃəli/
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon’s orbit moves between the Earth and the sun so that the sun is fully or partially obstructed.
not completely
=somewhat
138.odor(n.) /ˈoʊdər/
Humans can smell fear by detecting odor molecules in sweat which indicate whether another person is afraid,
a smell, especially one that is unpleasant
=scent. essence
139.empathy(n.) /ˈempəθi/
, this stimulates regions of the brain responsible fop empathy and interpreting other people’s emotion.
the ability to understand how someone feels because you can imagine what it is like to be them
140.book(v.) /bʊk/
I tried to get reservations, but the hotel was fully for the whole weekend.
to buy tickets for an event or trip before you go, or to arrange to stay in a hotel at a particular time in the future
=reserve
141.saucy(a.) /ˈsɔsi/
A Saucy Hit.
saucy pictures, jokes, etc. refer to sex in a way that is funny
=rude.impudent
142.animated(a.) /ˈænɪˌmeɪtəd/
The Astrro Boy animated series ran first in Japan and was later brought to the US.
lively or active
=snappy.active
143.demonstrate(v.) /ˈdemənˌstreɪt/
Could you please demonstrate how to operate this machine？
to show someone how to do something by doing it yourself
=display.illustrate
144.brag(v.) /bræɡ/
Tracy used to brag that her boyfriend had five sports cars.
to talk about your achievements or possessions in a proud way that annoys other people
=boast.crow
145.somber(a.) /ˈsɑmbər/
,In it, he used dark greens and blues to express a somber feeling largely influenced by a friend’s suicide.
The prolific writer released four books last year.
serious or sad
=gloomy.melanchy
147.precision(n.) /prɪˈsɪʒ(ə)n/
,Picasso’s father vowed to give up painting because he believe that his son’s precision and skill were already far greater than his.
the quality of being very accurate and exact
=exactness. exactitude
148.ceramics(n.) /səˈræmɪks/
His paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, drawings, tapestries, and rugs have sold for million of dollars,
the art or process of making ceramic objects
=china
148. tapestries(n.) /ˈtæpəstri/
His paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, drawings, tapestries, and rugs have sold for million of dollars,
a thick heavy cloth that has pictures or patterns woven into it. Tapestries are often hung on walls.
149.somber(a.) /ˈsɑmbər/
, he used dark greens and blues to express a somber feeling largely influenced by a friend’s suicide.
serious or sad
150.acrobat(n.) /ˈækrəˌbæt/
Acrobats and circus people filled Picasso’s Rose Period as his works became full of color and joy.
someone who can balance, jump, and turn their body in skillful ways, especially as a form of entertainment
=tumbler
英單51-100
51retrospective(a.).
Acclaimed American filmmaker will be celebrated for her accomplishment in filmed entertainment with a retrospective of her work at the festival.
52.accomplishment
Acclaimed American filmmaker will be celebrated for her accomplishment in filmed entertainment with a retrospective of her work at the festival.
53.allegation(n.)
Taiwan-born Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Kuo Hong-chin returned home Wednesday and urged local fans to support Taiwan’s beleaguered professional baseball league as it fights continued allegations of game-fixing.
54.beleaguered(a.)
Taiwan-born Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Kuo Hong-chin returned home Wednesday and urged local fans to support Taiwan’s beleaguered professional baseball league as it fights continued allegations of game-fixing.
55.implicate(v.)
Major Leagues and one of those implicated in the recent game-fixing scandal
56.tyranny(n.) /ˈtɪrəni/
People revolted against tyranny.
cruel and unfair treatment by someone in a position of power
=despotism. dictatorship. iron rod
57.rip(v.) /rɪp/
In a rage, he ripped the letter into pieces.
to tear something quickly and with a lot of force
=tear
58.rigid(a.) /ˈrɪdʒɪd/
The old man walked rigidly because of rheumatism.
not easily changed
=stiff. Unbending
59.robust(a.) /roʊˈbʌst/
Though he is old, he is quite robust.
a robust person is strong and healthy
=strong
60.patron(n.)
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.
someone who supports the work of writers, artists, musicians, etc. especially by giving them money
=frequenter. philanthropist
61.salute(v.)
They saluted each other by raising hats.
an act of honor or courteous recognition
=greet
62.savage(a.)
The speaker made a savage attack on the government’s policies.
a member of an uncivilized people
=fierce . violent .brutal
63.scorn(n.)
They poured scorn on my idea.
=contempt .despise
64.scowl
Hamlet scowled. My father had loved my mother deepened, he thought.
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
=frown
65.fume
Hamlet fumed in silence, feeling like a prisoner in his own home.
a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas
=rage.
66.fickle
But men are fickle and I don’t want my little sister to be hurt.
liable to sudden unpredictable change
=changing. unstable
67.anguish
A cry of anguish ran gout against the castle walls.
extreme distress of body or mind
=torment. agony
68.quarrel
“I have no quarrel with you gentleman.”he said.
an angry dispute
=argument. bickering
69.dagger
The king smiled and drew a hidden dagger.
short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing
= ceese poniard
70vaguely
“Oh, it was just something about Hamlet. ”said Ophelia vaguely.ao
in a vague way
71.sovereign(n) /ˈsɑvrən/
=monarch. self-governing
The knights helped reestablish the sovereign on the throne.
a king, or a queen
72.reestablish(a.) /ˌriɪˈstæblɪʃ/
The knights helped reestablish the sovereign on the throne.
to succeed in getting or having something again
73.dissident(a.) /ˈdɪsɪdənt/
The dissident writer was put in the jail.
someone who disagrees publicly with a government, especially in a country where this is not allowed
=
74.dismay(v.) /dɪsˈmeɪ/
The prime minister’s call for reform dismayed many conservatives.
to make someone very worried, disappointed, or sad
=frighten. scare
75.tile(n.) /taɪl/
The strong winds lossen many tiles on the roof.
a flat piece of baked clay or stone that is used for covering a roof
76.oblige(v.) /əˈblaɪdʒ/
After his parents died, he was obliged to fine a job.
to force someone to do something because it is the law, a rule, or a duty
=compel .duty
77.expertise(n.) /ˌekspərˈtiz/
The job requires expertise in computer programming.
special skill or knowledge that you get from experience, training, or study
=specialization
78,explicit(a.) /ɪkˈsplɪsɪt/
Can you be a little explicit about your needs.
showing or describing sex or violence with a lot of detail
=clear
79.conscientious(a.) /ˌkɑnʃiˈenʃəs/
She is conscientious about her work.
working hard and careful to do things well
=responsible
80.beckon(v.) /ˈbekən/
The policeman beckoned me to follow him.
to signal to someone to come toward you
=wave at
81.bias(n.)/ˈbaɪəs/
You have to judge the case without bias.
an attitude that you have that makes you treat someone in a way that is unfair or different from the way you treat other people
=prejudice
82.barometer(n.) /bəˈrɑmətər/
Blood pressure is an important barometer of health.
a piece of equipment that shows you what kind of weather to expect. It measures atmospheric pressure.
83.mute(a.) /mjut/
The accused criminal remained mute about the charges against him.
not speaking, or not willing to speak
=silent. speechless
84.narrate(v.) /ˈneˌreɪt/
The story is narrated by a nine-year-old boy.
to tell a story in speech or writing
85.prejudice(n.) /ˈpredʒədɪs/
She has a strong prejudice against homosexuals.
an unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially the feeling of not liking a particular group of people
=bias
86.wail(v.) /weɪl/
The baby wailed for her mother.
to shout or cry with a long high sound to show that you are in pain or are very sad
=cry
87.ward(v.) /wɔrd/
The boxer tried to ward off the blow.
to do something to prevent someone or something from harming you
=
88.enlighten(v.) /ɪnˈlaɪt(ə)n/
The essence of education is not only to teach but also to enlighten students.
to give someone information about something so that they understand more about it
=illuminate
89.offering/ˈɑfərɪŋ/ (n.)
The tribe used a lamb as an offering to their god.
something that is offered for sale
=sacrifice
90.retaliate(v.) /rɪˈtælˌieɪt/,
Tom slapped Jack , so Jack retaliated by kicking Tom’s ankle.
to do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they have done something harmful or unpleasant to you
=revenge. avenge
91.retrieve(v.) /rɪˈtriv/
Enter the password and then you can retrieve information from the computer.
to get something back, especially something that is not easy to find
=regain. rescue
92skim(v.) /skɪm/
I skim the cream off the milk.
to move quickly over the surface of something, or to make something do this
=sweep
93.slash(v.) /slæʃ/
The board of the company decided to slash one million dollars from the budget.
to cut someone or something in a violent way
=cut. Lower. reduce
94.truce(n.) /trus/
They declared a truce.
an agreement between two people or groups involved in a war, fight, or disagreement to stop it for a period of time
=ceasefire
95.twilight(n.) /ˈtwaɪˌlaɪt/
We enjoyed watching the stars come out in the twilight.
the light from the sky at twilight
=duck
96.ulcer(n.) /ˈʌlsər/
Too much stress can cause high blood pressure and stomach ulcers.
a sore area on the inside of an organ in your body or on your skin that sometimes bleeds or produces a poisonous substance
97.turmoil(n.) /ˈtɜrˌmɔɪl/
The death of the king threw the country into turmoil.
a state of excitement or uncontrolled activity
=confusion
98.ordeal(n.) /ɔrˈdil/
The refugees went through a terrible ordeal.
an extremely unpleasant experience, especially one that lasts for a long time
=trial
99.distrort(v.) /dɪˈstɔrt/
The reporter deliberately distorted my argument.
to change something such as information so that it is no longer true or accurate
=misrepresent
100.dimension(n.) /daɪˈmenʃ(ə)n/
The researchers are considering the dimensions of the problem.
a part of a situation, especially when it influences the way you think about the situation
=range. Scope
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Acclaimed American filmmaker will be celebrated for her accomplishment in filmed entertainment with a retrospective of her work at the festival.
52.accomplishment
Acclaimed American filmmaker will be celebrated for her accomplishment in filmed entertainment with a retrospective of her work at the festival.
53.allegation(n.)
Taiwan-born Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Kuo Hong-chin returned home Wednesday and urged local fans to support Taiwan’s beleaguered professional baseball league as it fights continued allegations of game-fixing.
54.beleaguered(a.)
Taiwan-born Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Kuo Hong-chin returned home Wednesday and urged local fans to support Taiwan’s beleaguered professional baseball league as it fights continued allegations of game-fixing.
55.implicate(v.)
Major Leagues and one of those implicated in the recent game-fixing scandal
56.tyranny(n.) /ˈtɪrəni/
People revolted against tyranny.
cruel and unfair treatment by someone in a position of power
=despotism. dictatorship. iron rod
57.rip(v.) /rɪp/
In a rage, he ripped the letter into pieces.
to tear something quickly and with a lot of force
=tear
58.rigid(a.) /ˈrɪdʒɪd/
The old man walked rigidly because of rheumatism.
not easily changed
=stiff. Unbending
59.robust(a.) /roʊˈbʌst/
Though he is old, he is quite robust.
a robust person is strong and healthy
=strong
60.patron(n.)
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.
someone who supports the work of writers, artists, musicians, etc. especially by giving them money
=frequenter. philanthropist
61.salute(v.)
They saluted each other by raising hats.
an act of honor or courteous recognition
=greet
62.savage(a.)
The speaker made a savage attack on the government’s policies.
a member of an uncivilized people
=fierce . violent .brutal
63.scorn(n.)
They poured scorn on my idea.
=contempt .despise
64.scowl
Hamlet scowled. My father had loved my mother deepened, he thought.
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
=frown
65.fume
Hamlet fumed in silence, feeling like a prisoner in his own home.
a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas
=rage.
66.fickle
But men are fickle and I don’t want my little sister to be hurt.
liable to sudden unpredictable change
=changing. unstable
67.anguish
A cry of anguish ran gout against the castle walls.
extreme distress of body or mind
=torment. agony
68.quarrel
“I have no quarrel with you gentleman.”he said.
an angry dispute
=argument. bickering
69.dagger
The king smiled and drew a hidden dagger.
short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing
= ceese poniard
70vaguely
“Oh, it was just something about Hamlet. ”said Ophelia vaguely.ao
in a vague way
71.sovereign(n) /ˈsɑvrən/
=monarch. self-governing
The knights helped reestablish the sovereign on the throne.
a king, or a queen
72.reestablish(a.) /ˌriɪˈstæblɪʃ/
The knights helped reestablish the sovereign on the throne.
to succeed in getting or having something again
73.dissident(a.) /ˈdɪsɪdənt/
The dissident writer was put in the jail.
someone who disagrees publicly with a government, especially in a country where this is not allowed
=
74.dismay(v.) /dɪsˈmeɪ/
The prime minister’s call for reform dismayed many conservatives.
to make someone very worried, disappointed, or sad
=frighten. scare
75.tile(n.) /taɪl/
The strong winds lossen many tiles on the roof.
a flat piece of baked clay or stone that is used for covering a roof
76.oblige(v.) /əˈblaɪdʒ/
After his parents died, he was obliged to fine a job.
to force someone to do something because it is the law, a rule, or a duty
=compel .duty
77.expertise(n.) /ˌekspərˈtiz/
The job requires expertise in computer programming.
special skill or knowledge that you get from experience, training, or study
=specialization
78,explicit(a.) /ɪkˈsplɪsɪt/
Can you be a little explicit about your needs.
showing or describing sex or violence with a lot of detail
=clear
79.conscientious(a.) /ˌkɑnʃiˈenʃəs/
She is conscientious about her work.
working hard and careful to do things well
=responsible
80.beckon(v.) /ˈbekən/
The policeman beckoned me to follow him.
to signal to someone to come toward you
=wave at
81.bias(n.)
You have to judge the case without bias.
an attitude that you have that makes you treat someone in a way that is unfair or different from the way you treat other people
=prejudice
82.barometer(n.) /bəˈrɑmətər/
Blood pressure is an important barometer of health.
a piece of equipment that shows you what kind of weather to expect. It measures atmospheric pressure.
83.mute(a.) /mjut/
The accused criminal remained mute about the charges against him.
not speaking, or not willing to speak
=silent. speechless
84.narrate(v.) /ˈneˌreɪt/
The story is narrated by a nine-year-old boy.
to tell a story in speech or writing
85.prejudice(n.) /ˈpredʒədɪs/
She has a strong prejudice against homosexuals.
an unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially the feeling of not liking a particular group of people
=bias
86.wail(v.) /weɪl/
The baby wailed for her mother.
to shout or cry with a long high sound to show that you are in pain or are very sad
=cry
87.ward(v.) /wɔrd/
The boxer tried to ward off the blow.
to do something to prevent someone or something from harming you
=
88.enlighten(v.) /ɪnˈlaɪt(ə)n/
The essence of education is not only to teach but also to enlighten students.
to give someone information about something so that they understand more about it
=illuminate
89.offering/ˈɑfərɪŋ/ (n.)
The tribe used a lamb as an offering to their god.
something that is offered for sale
=sacrifice
90.retaliate(v.) /rɪˈtælˌieɪt/,
Tom slapped Jack , so Jack retaliated by kicking Tom’s ankle.
to do something harmful or unpleasant to someone because they have done something harmful or unpleasant to you
=revenge. avenge
91.retrieve(v.) /rɪˈtriv/
Enter the password and then you can retrieve information from the computer.
to get something back, especially something that is not easy to find
=regain. rescue
92skim(v.) /skɪm/
I skim the cream off the milk.
to move quickly over the surface of something, or to make something do this
=sweep
93.slash(v.) /slæʃ/
The board of the company decided to slash one million dollars from the budget.
to cut someone or something in a violent way
=cut. Lower. reduce
94.truce(n.) /trus/
They declared a truce.
an agreement between two people or groups involved in a war, fight, or disagreement to stop it for a period of time
=ceasefire
95.twilight(n.) /ˈtwaɪˌlaɪt/
We enjoyed watching the stars come out in the twilight.
the light from the sky at twilight
=duck
96.ulcer(n.) /ˈʌlsər/
Too much stress can cause high blood pressure and stomach ulcers.
a sore area on the inside of an organ in your body or on your skin that sometimes bleeds or produces a poisonous substance
97.turmoil(n.) /ˈtɜrˌmɔɪl/
The death of the king threw the country into turmoil.
a state of excitement or uncontrolled activity
=confusion
98.ordeal(n.) /ɔrˈdil/
The refugees went through a terrible ordeal.
an extremely unpleasant experience, especially one that lasts for a long time
=trial
99.distrort(v.) /dɪˈstɔrt/
The reporter deliberately distorted my argument.
to change something such as information so that it is no longer true or accurate
=misrepresent
100.dimension(n.) /daɪˈmenʃ(ə)n/
The researchers are considering the dimensions of the problem.
a part of a situation, especially when it influences the way you think about the situation
=range. Scope
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英單1-50
1.absurd(a.) /əbˈsɜrd/
Don’t behave absurdly.
completely stupid, unreasonable, or impossible to believe.
She makes the most absurd claims about her past achievements.
2.overturn(v.) /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/
Some high-ranking officers plotted overturn the goverment.
=overthrow(vt.n)/subvert(vt)
to turn something so that its bottom or side is upward
The dogs have overturned our trash cans again.
to turn over in this way
The truck overturned and fell off the bridge.
to say officially that something such as a decision or law is wrong and change it.
The appeal court refused to overturn the lower court’s decision.
3.particle(n.) (of) /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/
Particles of dirt settle on the tablecloth.
an extremely small piece or amount of something
=speck/morsel/bit
4.binding(a.) (on/upon) /ˈbaɪndɪŋ/
The agreement is binding on you.
if an agreement, contract, decision, etc. is binding, you must do what it says
=bond/forcible/conjunction
5.outlying(a.)/ˈaʊtˌlaɪɪŋ/
outlying areas
existing outside and away from a particular place
=external/outer/remote
6.pavilion(n.) /pəˈvɪliən/
They are looking around the Japanese pavilion.
a building in a park or outdoor area for people to sit in
=buildind/ structure/edifice
7.homicide(n.) /ˈhɒmɪsaɪd/
He felt like a homicide as he raised the gun and pulled the trigger.
the crime of killing someone
=manslaughter/butcher
8.preside(v.)（at/over) /ˌpriˈzaɪd/
The general manager presided at the meeting.
to be in charge of an official meeting, ceremony, or other event
The priest is often invited to preside at the reception.
=administer/direct/officiate
9.spectacular(a.) /ˌpriˈzaɪd/
a spectacular waterfall
extremely impressive
The show was a spectacular success.
=sensational/imposing/scenic
10.dominate(v.) /ˈdɑmɪˌneɪt/
Spain once dominate the seas.
to control something or someone, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence
She tends to dominate the conversation.
=control/rule/lead
11.plausible(a.) /ˈplɔzəb(ə)l/
This theory seems very plausible.
likely to be true
A bomb was the only plausible explanation for the crash.
able to be considered seriously for a particular job or purpose
There is now no plausible left-wing candidate.
=reasonable/believable/sound
12.obstruct(vi) /əbˈstrʌkt/
The crash obstructed the road for several hours.
to block a path, passage, door, etc. so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it
=block/hinder/clog
13.stain (vi) with) /steɪn/
Blood stained the blanket.
to leave a mark on something accidentally
His crimes stained the family honor.
14.notorious(a.) (for) /nəˈtɔriəs/
The town is notorious for its casinos.
famous for something bad
The city is notorious for its bumper-to-bumper traffic
=infamous/well-known
15.contrive(vi) (to) /kənˈtraɪv/
The writer contrived a happy ending.
to succeed in doing something, especially something difficult
The couplecontrived to bring up their children on a small income.
16.apathy(n.) /ˈæpəθi/
She heard the story with apathy.
a feeling of having no interest in or enthusiasm about anything, or of not being willing to make any effort to change things
17.woe(n.) /woʊ/
She told him all her owes.
a strong feeling of sadness
=agony.trouble.misery
problems and worries
economic/financial/political woes
18.apprentice(n./v.)/woʊ/
The boy's parents apprenticed him to a carpenter.
someone who works for a particular person or company, usually for low pay, in order to learn the type of work that they do
He became an engineering apprentice with a local firm.
=learner.novice
=newcomer.enlist.draft
19.hypothesis(n.) /haɪˈpɑθəsɪs/
People have proposed all sorts of hypotheses to explain why dinosaurs have become extinct.
an idea that attempts to explain something but has not yet been tested or proved to be correct
=theory.thesis
20.expedition(n.) /ˌekspəˈdɪʃ(ə)n/
He was on an expedition to explore the Antarctic.
a long trip organized for a particular purpose, especially to a dangerous or distant place
=journey.trek.trip
21.compelling(a.) /kəmˈpelɪŋ/
After his resignation, the governor remained a compelling politician.
interesting or exciting enough to keep your attention completely
Synonyms or related words for this meaning of compelling
=pressing.imperative.
22.aptitude(n.) /ˈæptɪˌtud/
He has shown an aptitude for mathematic.
natural ability that makes it easy for you to do something well
I had no aptitude for accountancy and began to hate it.
=clever.bright.intelligent
23.plow(n) /plaʊ/
Farmers usually start to plow the fields in spring.
to turn over the soil before planting seeds using a plow
24.poke(v.) /poʊk/
Don’t poke your head out of the window.
to push something quickly with your finger or a pointed object
Jane poked me in the arm to get my attention.
=thrist.prod
25.pinched(adj.)
She looks pinched after her husband died.
tired, thin, and sick in appearance
The family has been pinched ever since the father lost his job.
26.substandard(a.) /ˌsʌbˈstændərd/
Tian was given a life sentence after pleading guility to charges oh producing and selling fake or substandard products.
not as good as you would normally expect, or not good enough to be accepted
27.tainted(a.) /ˈteɪntəd/
Xinhua says Geng sold more than 900 tons of tainted milk,
tainted food is not safe to eat because it is no longer fresh
28.invoice(n.)
Wu then coached them to lie to the investigators and say that they got the invoices from purchases.
a document giving details of goods or services that someone has bought and must pay for
We submit our invoices on a monthly basis.
29.prosecutor(n.)/ˈprɑsɪˌkjutər/
,daughter and son-in-law to give false testimony to prosecutors during an investigation into the ex-first lady’s alleg embezzlement of public funds.
a lawyer whose job is to prove in court that someone accused of a crime is guilty
30.testimony(n.)/ˈtestəˌmoʊni/
,daughter and son-in-law to give false testimony to prosecutors during an investigation into the ex-first lady’s alleg embezzlement of public funds.
a formal statement about something that you saw, know, or experienced, usually given in a court of law
31.abet(v.) /əˈbet/
They were indicted July 17,2008 on the grounds that Wu abetted her son,
to help or encourage someone to do something immoral or illegal
32.alleged(a.) /əˈledʒd/
,daughter and son-in-law to give false testimony to prosecutors during an investigation into the ex-first lady’s alleg embezzlement of public funds.
claimed to be true, even though this has not been proved
33.indict(v.)/ɪnˈdaɪt/
They were indicted July 17,2008 on the grounds that Wu abetted her son,
to accuse someone officially of a serious crime
34.perjury(n.) /ˈpɜrdʒəri/
Taipei ,Nov.24 Former first lady Wu Shu-jen pleaded guility to perjury charges at the Taiwan High Court Tuesday but asked for a reduction in the one year jail term meted out to her the Taipei District Court.
the crime of lying when you give evidence in a court of law
35.quiver /ˈkwɪvər/
He felt a quiver of excitement when he was told the good news.
to shake with short quick movements
Her lip quivered and she tried not to cry.
=shake.tremble
36.radical (n.)/ˈrædɪk(ə)l/
The radicals always railed against the government.
someone who believes that important political or social changes are necessary
37.rally(n.) /ˈræli/
There seems to be a rally in a stock market recently.
a public meeting that a lot of people go to in order to support someone or something or to protest against someone or something
=gathering
38.rascal(n.) /ˈræsk(ə)l/
My grandfather used to jokingly call us little rascals when we were young.
a child who behaves badly but who you like too much to be angry with
Come back here, you little rascal!
=villain
39.relic(n.)/ˈrelɪk/
The pieces of pottery were relics from the prehistoric times.
an object the past that has been kept
This custom is a relic of ancient times.
=fossil
40.briefing(n.) /ˈbrifɪŋ/
Fukuda commented Thursday in a briefing from Geneva.
a meeting or document in which people receive information or instructions
41.pandemic(a.) /pænˈdemɪk/
WHO pandemic influenza adviser Keiji Fukuda says the question is whether the reported mutations
suggest a “fundamental change ”in the virus.He says right now,health officials are not sure.
a disease that affects almost everyone in a very large area.
=catching. cosmopolitan
42.brittle(a.) /ˈbrɪt(ə)l/
A long-term nutrition and health survey of 1,121 randomly chosen local resident over 19 years old found that 41.2 percent of females in the country a brittle substance or object is hard and can easily break into pieces
a brittle substance or object is hard and can easily break into pieces
=crumbly.crisp
44.incidence(n.) /ˈɪnsɪd(ə)ns/
The incidence among local women is also higher than among females in Hong Kong and Japan.
the number of cases of an illness or a medical condition in a particular place, group, or situation
=occurrence
45.nutrition(n.) /nuˈtrɪʃ(ə)n/
A long-term nutrition and health survey of 1, 121 randomly chosen local resident over 19 years old found that 41.2 percent of females in the country
food considered as something that keeps you healthy
=diet.nourishment
46.randomly(adv.) /ˈrændəm/
A long-term nutrition and health survey of 1,121 randomly chosen local resident over 19 years old found that 41.2 percent of females in the country
without a particular method, pattern, or purpose
=irregular. haphazard
47.statement(n.) /ˈsteɪtmənt/
The team will e made up of 10 physicians in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dentistry, gynecology, and obstetrics ,as well as a pharmacist and medical care staff, the statement said.
a written or spoken announcement on an important subject that someone makes in public
=announcement. declaration
48.pediatrics(n.) /ˌpidiˈætrɪks/
and obstetrics, as well as a pharmacist and medical care staff ,the statement said.
The team will e made up of 10 physicians in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dentistry, gynecology,
the part of medical science that deals with children and the treatment of their illnesses
49.pharmacist(n.) /ˈfɑrməsɪst/
and obstetrics, as well as a pharmacist and medical care staff, the statement said.
The team will e made up of 10 physicians in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dentistry, gynecology,
someone whose job is to prepare medicines for sale in a store or in a hospital. A pharmacist’s store is called a pharmacy.
=druggist .chemist
50.acclaimed(a.) /əˈkleɪmd/
Acclaimed American filmmaker will be celebrated for her accomplishment in filmed entertainment with a retrospective of her work at the festival.
publicly written and talked about in an admiring way
Don’t behave absurdly.
completely stupid, unreasonable, or impossible to believe.
She makes the most absurd claims about her past achievements.
2.overturn(v.) /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/
Some high-ranking officers plotted overturn the goverment.
=overthrow(vt.n)/subvert(vt)
to turn something so that its bottom or side is upward
The dogs have overturned our trash cans again.
to turn over in this way
The truck overturned and fell off the bridge.
to say officially that something such as a decision or law is wrong and change it.
The appeal court refused to overturn the lower court’s decision.
3.particle(n.) (of) /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/
Particles of dirt settle on the tablecloth.
an extremely small piece or amount of something
=speck/morsel/bit
4.binding(a.) (on/upon) /ˈbaɪndɪŋ/
The agreement is binding on you.
if an agreement, contract, decision, etc. is binding, you must do what it says
=bond/forcible/conjunction
5.outlying(a.)/ˈaʊtˌlaɪɪŋ/
outlying areas
existing outside and away from a particular place
=external/outer/remote
6.pavilion(n.) /pəˈvɪliən/
They are looking around the Japanese pavilion.
a building in a park or outdoor area for people to sit in
=buildind/ structure/edifice
7.homicide(n.) /ˈhɒmɪsaɪd/
He felt like a homicide as he raised the gun and pulled the trigger.
the crime of killing someone
=manslaughter/butcher
8.preside(v.)（at/over) /ˌpriˈzaɪd/
The general manager presided at the meeting.
to be in charge of an official meeting, ceremony, or other event
The priest is often invited to preside at the reception.
=administer/direct/officiate
9.spectacular(a.) /ˌpriˈzaɪd/
a spectacular waterfall
extremely impressive
The show was a spectacular success.
=sensational/imposing/scenic
10.dominate(v.) /ˈdɑmɪˌneɪt/
Spain once dominate the seas.
to control something or someone, often in a negative way, because you have more power or influence
She tends to dominate the conversation.
=control/rule/lead
11.plausible(a.) /ˈplɔzəb(ə)l/
This theory seems very plausible.
likely to be true
A bomb was the only plausible explanation for the crash.
able to be considered seriously for a particular job or purpose
There is now no plausible left-wing candidate.
=reasonable/believable/sound
12.obstruct(vi) /əbˈstrʌkt/
The crash obstructed the road for several hours.
to block a path, passage, door, etc. so that it is difficult or impossible for someone or something to move along or through it
=block/hinder/clog
13.stain (vi) with) /steɪn/
Blood stained the blanket.
to leave a mark on something accidentally
His crimes stained the family honor.
14.notorious(a.) (for) /nəˈtɔriəs/
The town is notorious for its casinos.
famous for something bad
The city is notorious for its bumper-to-bumper traffic
=infamous/well-known
15.contrive(vi) (to) /kənˈtraɪv/
The writer contrived a happy ending.
to succeed in doing something, especially something difficult
The couplecontrived to bring up their children on a small income.
16.apathy(n.) /ˈæpəθi/
She heard the story with apathy.
a feeling of having no interest in or enthusiasm about anything, or of not being willing to make any effort to change things
17.woe(n.) /woʊ/
She told him all her owes.
a strong feeling of sadness
=agony.trouble.misery
problems and worries
economic/financial/political woes
18.apprentice(n./v.)/woʊ/
The boy's parents apprenticed him to a carpenter.
someone who works for a particular person or company, usually for low pay, in order to learn the type of work that they do
He became an engineering apprentice with a local firm.
=learner.novice
=newcomer.enlist.draft
19.hypothesis(n.) /haɪˈpɑθəsɪs/
People have proposed all sorts of hypotheses to explain why dinosaurs have become extinct.
an idea that attempts to explain something but has not yet been tested or proved to be correct
=theory.thesis
20.expedition(n.) /ˌekspəˈdɪʃ(ə)n/
He was on an expedition to explore the Antarctic.
a long trip organized for a particular purpose, especially to a dangerous or distant place
=journey.trek.trip
21.compelling(a.) /kəmˈpelɪŋ/
After his resignation, the governor remained a compelling politician.
interesting or exciting enough to keep your attention completely
Synonyms or related words for this meaning of compelling
=pressing.imperative.
22.aptitude(n.)
He has shown an aptitude for mathematic.
natural ability that makes it easy for you to do something well
I had no aptitude for accountancy and began to hate it.
=clever.bright.intelligent
23.plow(n) /plaʊ/
Farmers usually start to plow the fields in spring.
to turn over the soil before planting seeds using a plow
24.poke(v.) /poʊk/
Don’t poke your head out of the window.
to push something quickly with your finger or a pointed object
Jane poked me in the arm to get my attention.
=thrist.prod
25.pinched(adj.)
She looks pinched after her husband died.
tired, thin, and sick in appearance
The family has been pinched ever since the father lost his job.
26.substandard(a.) /ˌsʌbˈstændərd/
Tian was given a life sentence after pleading guility to charges oh producing and selling fake or substandard products.
not as good as you would normally expect, or not good enough to be accepted
27.tainted(a.) /ˈteɪntəd/
Xinhua says Geng sold more than 900 tons of tainted milk,
tainted food is not safe to eat because it is no longer fresh
28.invoice(n.)
Wu then coached them to lie to the investigators and say that they got the invoices from purchases.
a document giving details of goods or services that someone has bought and must pay for
We submit our invoices on a monthly basis.
29.prosecutor(n.)/ˈprɑsɪˌkjutər/
,daughter and son-in-law to give false testimony to prosecutors during an investigation into the ex-first lady’s alleg embezzlement of public funds.
a lawyer whose job is to prove in court that someone accused of a crime is guilty
30.testimony(n.)/ˈtestəˌmoʊni/
,daughter and son-in-law to give false testimony to prosecutors during an investigation into the ex-first lady’s alleg embezzlement of public funds.
a formal statement about something that you saw, know, or experienced, usually given in a court of law
31.abet(v.) /əˈbet/
They were indicted July 17,2008 on the grounds that Wu abetted her son,
to help or encourage someone to do something immoral or illegal
32.alleged(a.) /əˈledʒd/
,daughter and son-in-law to give false testimony to prosecutors during an investigation into the ex-first lady’s alleg embezzlement of public funds.
claimed to be true, even though this has not been proved
33.indict(v.)/ɪnˈdaɪt/
They were indicted July 17,2008 on the grounds that Wu abetted her son,
to accuse someone officially of a serious crime
34.perjury(n.) /ˈpɜrdʒəri/
Taipei ,Nov.24 Former first lady Wu Shu-jen pleaded guility to perjury charges at the Taiwan High Court Tuesday but asked for a reduction in the one year jail term meted out to her the Taipei District Court.
the crime of lying when you give evidence in a court of law
35.quiver /ˈkwɪvər/
He felt a quiver of excitement when he was told the good news.
to shake with short quick movements
Her lip quivered and she tried not to cry.
=shake.tremble
36.radical (n.)/ˈrædɪk(ə)l/
The radicals always railed against the government.
someone who believes that important political or social changes are necessary
37.rally(n.) /ˈræli/
There seems to be a rally in a stock market recently.
a public meeting that a lot of people go to in order to support someone or something or to protest against someone or something
=gathering
38.rascal(n.) /ˈræsk(ə)l/
My grandfather used to jokingly call us little rascals when we were young.
a child who behaves badly but who you like too much to be angry with
Come back here, you little rascal!
=villain
39.relic(n.)/ˈrelɪk/
The pieces of pottery were relics from the prehistoric times.
an object the past that has been kept
This custom is a relic of ancient times.
=fossil
40.briefing(n.) /ˈbrifɪŋ/
Fukuda commented Thursday in a briefing from Geneva.
a meeting or document in which people receive information or instructions
41.pandemic(a.) /pænˈdemɪk/
WHO pandemic influenza adviser Keiji Fukuda says the question is whether the reported mutations
suggest a “fundamental change ”in the virus.He says right now,health officials are not sure.
a disease that affects almost everyone in a very large area.
=catching. cosmopolitan
42.brittle(a.) /ˈbrɪt(ə)l/
A long-term nutrition and health survey of 1,121 randomly chosen local resident over 19 years old found that 41.2 percent of females in the country a brittle substance or object is hard and can easily break into pieces
a brittle substance or object is hard and can easily break into pieces
=crumbly.crisp
44.incidence(n.) /ˈɪnsɪd(ə)ns/
The incidence among local women is also higher than among females in Hong Kong and Japan.
the number of cases of an illness or a medical condition in a particular place, group, or situation
=occurrence
45.nutrition(n.) /nuˈtrɪʃ(ə)n/
A long-term nutrition and health survey of 1, 121 randomly chosen local resident over 19 years old found that 41.2 percent of females in the country
food considered as something that keeps you healthy
=diet.nourishment
46.randomly(adv.) /ˈrændəm/
A long-term nutrition and health survey of 1,121 randomly chosen local resident over 19 years old found that 41.2 percent of females in the country
without a particular method, pattern, or purpose
=irregular. haphazard
47.statement(n.) /ˈsteɪtmənt/
The team will e made up of 10 physicians in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dentistry, gynecology, and obstetrics ,as well as a pharmacist and medical care staff, the statement said.
a written or spoken announcement on an important subject that someone makes in public
=announcement. declaration
48.pediatrics(n.) /ˌpidiˈætrɪks/
and obstetrics, as well as a pharmacist and medical care staff ,the statement said.
The team will e made up of 10 physicians in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dentistry, gynecology,
the part of medical science that deals with children and the treatment of their illnesses
49.pharmacist(n.) /ˈfɑrməsɪst/
and obstetrics, as well as a pharmacist and medical care staff, the statement said.
The team will e made up of 10 physicians in internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dentistry, gynecology,
someone whose job is to prepare medicines for sale in a store or in a hospital. A pharmacist’s store is called a pharmacy.
=druggist .chemist
50.acclaimed(a.) /əˈkleɪmd/
Acclaimed American filmmaker will be celebrated for her accomplishment in filmed entertainment with a retrospective of her work at the festival.
publicly written and talked about in an admiring way
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(4)這次的參訪活動對於你在學習科技的學習與生涯規劃有什麼啟發與影響?
皮克斯動畫原本並不是一個被看好的公司,但他們卻努力的嚐試去突破逆境,慢慢的產出的動畫受人注目,並且勇於使用新的科技來創造更細緻的人物形象,進而打造出人人景仰的動畫王國。
每部動畫不僅僅有著娛樂的目的,更有教育的意涵。比方說「海底總動員」父親對孩子的愛還有眾人的同心協力,都是值得我們學習的。所以我覺得當我們以後出社會不管是為人師表或是在從事其他行業,要做的不只是做好自己分內的工作,更應該帶給大眾更多有意義的訊息。
而在學習與科技方面,它可以透過動畫把具有教育意義的內容傳達給觀看著,它多了生動的角色.可愛的人物,在看一部卡通影片的同時,也在學習新知。
皮克斯動畫也見證著數位影像的沿革,一直不斷的自我突破也一直不斷的求創新,不滿足於現狀努力的再作出更完美的動畫。這個世代,有創照力是一項非常重要的能力,高科技不斷的發展,要怎麼取得競爭力,我想創新是一大關鍵。
每部動畫不僅僅有著娛樂的目的,更有教育的意涵。比方說「海底總動員」父親對孩子的愛還有眾人的同心協力,都是值得我們學習的。所以我覺得當我們以後出社會不管是為人師表或是在從事其他行業,要做的不只是做好自己分內的工作,更應該帶給大眾更多有意義的訊息。
而在學習與科技方面,它可以透過動畫把具有教育意義的內容傳達給觀看著,它多了生動的角色.可愛的人物,在看一部卡通影片的同時,也在學習新知。
皮克斯動畫也見證著數位影像的沿革,一直不斷的自我突破也一直不斷的求創新,不滿足於現狀努力的再作出更完美的動畫。這個世代,有創照力是一項非常重要的能力,高科技不斷的發展,要怎麼取得競爭力,我想創新是一大關鍵。
(3)整體而言，此次的參訪經驗最讓你難忘的是什麼?
我最難忘的應該是幻燈箱,一開始我進去時它還在轉動,我一直以為那是動畫,後來當它放慢速度後,我才發現原來這是好幾個相同布偶組成的連續動作。當下有點覺得自己被欺騙又有點驚喜的感覺,這讓我聯想到,小時後上課很無聊時喜歡在書本的頁腳畫上一連串的連續動作,然後開始翻動書本,它就會變成一個會動的小動畫。
還有一個也讓我印象深刻,用炭筆繪製而成的一幅圖畫中,作者巧妙的運用大小對比的手法,把小尼莫與大鯊魚的關係表現的很出色。那幅圖中幾乎都是大鯊魚的身軀,但當你仔細一看原來在右下角的珊瑚礁背後,藏了一隻滿臉驚恐的尼莫,如果只是一掃而過的人說不定還沒有注意到尼莫的存在呢!所以我覺得作者的手法很細膩,運用了對比關係.和空間位置表現出尼莫的弱勢與內心的害怕。
還有一個也讓我印象深刻,用炭筆繪製而成的一幅圖畫中,作者巧妙的運用大小對比的手法,把小尼莫與大鯊魚的關係表現的很出色。那幅圖中幾乎都是大鯊魚的身軀,但當你仔細一看原來在右下角的珊瑚礁背後,藏了一隻滿臉驚恐的尼莫,如果只是一掃而過的人說不定還沒有注意到尼莫的存在呢!所以我覺得作者的手法很細膩,運用了對比關係.和空間位置表現出尼莫的弱勢與內心的害怕。
(2)整體而言，這次的參訪活動你有什麼收穫?
在看一部卡通或者是一部動畫時,從來沒有思考過背後的過程是如此的繁複。從最開始的角色決定.故事內容.人物個性.形象都是經過一次次討論.修改才呈現出來的。ㄧ個簡單的表情或動作可能需要10幾張圖片的拼湊,藝術家們要有非常大的耐心與毅力才可能完成一部動畫。而皮克斯動畫對人物樣貌刻畫的進步是大家有目共睹的,從最先開始只是幾個幾何圖案的拼湊到細膩地描寫,我想將來一定還會有更驚人的突破。
展覽當中除了展示一些概念圖，以及完成的部分，另外最特別的就是有大量的雕塑作品，是皮克斯在人物確認之後所做出來的實際成品，再觀察成品之後，再進行最後的確認和修改。而且一部動畫有許多的環節,如果有一個雕塑品出來後,也可以避免每個環節的設計師因為有不同的設計概念,而破壞了原本的角色外貌。
而概念圖的使用材料也相當多元，從基本的鉛筆、麥克筆到剪貼、粉彩等等，其中海底總動員中的某些場景是以炭筆來呈現的,每一筆都是如此的細膩,也明白的表現出了皮克斯的素材多元化。
皮克斯在做一部動畫的時候，會因故事的需要，進行素材的取用，並且到各地取景、找出靈感，再進行修正。
展覽館中還有一個很有趣的作品,名稱叫做"幻燈箱",它是由好幾個布偶組成的連續動作,在快數旋轉之後再用閃爍的燈光,讓你誤以為真的在做動作,他就是動畫的前身。
展覽當中除了展示一些概念圖，以及完成的部分，另外最特別的就是有大量的雕塑作品，是皮克斯在人物確認之後所做出來的實際成品，再觀察成品之後，再進行最後的確認和修改。而且一部動畫有許多的環節,如果有一個雕塑品出來後,也可以避免每個環節的設計師因為有不同的設計概念,而破壞了原本的角色外貌。
而概念圖的使用材料也相當多元，從基本的鉛筆、麥克筆到剪貼、粉彩等等，其中海底總動員中的某些場景是以炭筆來呈現的,每一筆都是如此的細膩,也明白的表現出了皮克斯的素材多元化。
皮克斯在做一部動畫的時候，會因故事的需要，進行素材的取用，並且到各地取景、找出靈感，再進行修正。
展覽館中還有一個很有趣的作品,名稱叫做"幻燈箱",它是由好幾個布偶組成的連續動作,在快數旋轉之後再用閃爍的燈光,讓你誤以為真的在做動作,他就是動畫的前身。
2009年10月22日 星期四
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台北市立美術館「皮克斯動畫20年」展，展出皮克斯歷年來膾炙人口的動畫手稿、數位繪圖、3D人物雕塑共550件作品，由藝術的角度呈現皮克斯動畫背後的創作人才、科技及製作過程。『從賣座的動畫片「玩具總動員」、「海底總動員」、「瓦力」、以及最近將上映的「天外奇蹟」，全部都呈現出他們創作的過程。』
皮克斯動畫工作室（Pixar Animation Studios），是一家專門製作電腦動畫的公司。該公司也發展尖端的電腦三維軟體，包括有專為三維動畫設計的軟體：RenderMan，使用該軟體可做出如相片般擬真的三維景像。皮克斯公司甫創立就引起了世人的注意。在他們於SIGGRAPH的首次公演會中，他們的動畫短片贏得了大眾的掌聲。並且，他們的作品成為了電腦動畫的經典。他們的動畫被收錄在電腦動畫教學的教材裡作參考。
從1995年的《玩具總動員》開始，我們認識了一種全新的動畫片樣式─3D動畫。它以電腦技術突破二维平面空間的限制，打造了一個虛擬的立體世界。而帶來這石破驚天變革的正是皮克斯動畫工作室。皮克斯用電腦創造了3D動畫的傳奇，一舉達成傳統二維動畫所缺乏的立體感和可觸感。皮克斯動畫的創作者也從不稱自己是電腦工程師或設計師，而是藝術家，堅信3D動畫從概念到完成的過程就是一種藝術創作。《皮克斯動畫20年》內容包括繪畫手稿、概念、雕塑、數位裝置等，忠實地呈現電腦動畫創作背後細膩與實務操作的過程。為了能支援故事情節的發展，藝術家們會嘗試任何可使用的媒材，進行討論，像是將兩張紙重疊以呈現不同的效果、超人特攻隊的拼貼、或是採用其他知名插畫家的 風格、手繪搭配電腦等。
皮克斯動畫工作室（Pixar Animation Studios），是一家專門製作電腦動畫的公司。該公司也發展尖端的電腦三維軟體，包括有專為三維動畫設計的軟體：RenderMan，使用該軟體可做出如相片般擬真的三維景像。皮克斯公司甫創立就引起了世人的注意。在他們於SIGGRAPH的首次公演會中，他們的動畫短片贏得了大眾的掌聲。並且，他們的作品成為了電腦動畫的經典。他們的動畫被收錄在電腦動畫教學的教材裡作參考。
從1995年的《玩具總動員》開始，我們認識了一種全新的動畫片樣式─3D動畫。它以電腦技術突破二维平面空間的限制，打造了一個虛擬的立體世界。而帶來這石破驚天變革的正是皮克斯動畫工作室。皮克斯用電腦創造了3D動畫的傳奇，一舉達成傳統二維動畫所缺乏的立體感和可觸感。皮克斯動畫的創作者也從不稱自己是電腦工程師或設計師，而是藝術家，堅信3D動畫從概念到完成的過程就是一種藝術創作。《皮克斯動畫20年》內容包括繪畫手稿、概念、雕塑、數位裝置等，忠實地呈現電腦動畫創作背後細膩與實務操作的過程。為了能支援故事情節的發展，藝術家們會嘗試任何可使用的媒材，進行討論，像是將兩張紙重疊以呈現不同的效果、超人特攻隊的拼貼、或是採用其他知名插畫家的 風格、手繪搭配電腦等。
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