SAT词汇技能6 - 第42课

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unguent

[名词]

a type of medicinal or healing ointment or salve applied to the skin

药膏, 软膏

Ex: The pharmacist recommended a strong unguent to treat the persistent rash .药剂师推荐了一种强效**药膏**来治疗持续性皮疹。

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onrush

[名词]

a strong forward movement or flow, often rapid or overwhelming in nature

猛冲, 洪流

Ex: The way we live and work has been transformed by the onrush of technological advancements in recent years .近年来技术进步的**汹涌**改变了我们的生活和工作方式。

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guise

[名词]

an external appearance or manner of presentation that often hides the true nature of something

外表, 伪装

Ex: The spy operated under the guise of a tourist , discreetly gathering intelligence in a foreign country .间谍以游客的**伪装**行动，在外国 discreetly 收集情报。

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essence

[名词]

the core or main idea of something, what makes it special or unique

本质, 精髓

Ex: The essence of a successful business lies in providing value to customers and fostering strong relationships .成功企业的**本质**在于为客户提供价值并建立牢固的关系。

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frieze

[名词]

a narrow and decorative border that has engravings or pictures on it, especially above the walls of a room or building

饰带, 装饰边

Ex: The artist was commissioned to create a new frieze for the courthouse , illustrating the principles of justice .这位艺术家受委托为法院创作一个新的**浮雕**，以阐释正义的原则。

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origin

[名词]

the point or place where something has its foundation or beginning

起源, 来源

Ex: Scientists are studying the origin of the universe through cosmology .科学家们正在通过宇宙学研究宇宙的**起源**。

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dragnet

[名词]

a method of searching for and capturing suspects or criminals by systematically covering an area

拉网, 搜捕

Ex: In response to a series of burglaries , the local police department initiated a dragnet to catch the perpetrators .针对一系列入室盗窃案，当地警察部门启动了**拉网行动**以抓捕罪犯。

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tumult

[名词]

a state of loud, chaotic noise or disorder caused by confusion or unrest

骚动, 喧嚣

Ex: The political rally ended in tumult as supporters and opponents clashed in the streets .政治集会以**骚乱**告终，支持者和反对者在街上发生冲突。

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coterie

[名词]

a small, exclusive group of people with shared interests

小圈子, 排他性团体

Ex: The art gallery was frequented by a coterie of collectors and connoisseurs who appreciated its unique offerings .艺术画廊经常有一群欣赏其独特作品的收藏家和鉴赏家的**小圈子**光顾。

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folderol

[名词]

ornamental details added without much meaning or purpose

装饰, 不必要的装饰细节

Ex: The play was a refreshing departure from the folderol typically seen on stage , focusing instead on raw emotion and genuine storytelling .这部戏剧是从通常在舞台上看到的**华而不实的装饰**中令人耳目一新的偏离，转而专注于原始的情感和真实的故事讲述。

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maidenhood

[名词]

the period of a woman's life before she is married

少女时期, 未婚时期

Ex: The poem celebrates the beauty and innocence of maidenhood, portraying it as a time of purity and potential .这首诗颂扬了**少女时代**的美丽和纯真，将其描绘成一个纯洁和潜力的时期。

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treatise

[名词]

a long and formal piece of writing about a specific subject

论文, 论述

Ex: The medical researcher authored a treatise on infectious diseases , detailing new treatments and prevention methods .这位医学研究者撰写了一篇关于传染病的**论文**，详细介绍了新的治疗和预防方法。

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reprieve

[名词]

a temporary postponement or cancellation of a punishment

缓刑, 暂缓

Ex: The humanitarian reprieve extended to a terminally ill inmate allowed for compassionate release from prison to spend their final days with family .对一名绝症囚犯的人道**缓刑**允许出于同情从监狱释放，以便与家人共度最后的日子。

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portent

[名词]

a sign or indication of what is to come, especially something unfortunate

预兆, 征兆

Ex: The ancient prophecy was regarded as a portent of the kingdom 's downfall if left unheeded .古老的预言被视为如果不被理会将是王国衰落的**预兆**。

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spate

[名词]

a rapid and forceful flow of something, such as water, events, or activities

一连串, 激流

Ex: The construction project encountered a spate of delays due to adverse weather conditions and logistical challenges , pushing back the completion date .由于恶劣的天气条件和物流挑战，建设项目遭遇了一**连串**的延误，推迟了完工日期。

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sirocco

[名词]

a hot, dry wind from the Sahara Desert that blows across the Mediterranean, often bringing high temperatures and dust

西洛可风, 沙漠风

Ex: Travelers were advised to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during the sirocco.建议旅行者在**西洛可风**期间保持水分并避免长时间暴露在阳光下。

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stanza

[名词]

a series of lines in a poem, usually with recurring rhyme scheme and meter

诗节, 段

Ex: The stanza's rhyme scheme was ABAB , giving the poem a rhythmic flow .

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bigot

[名词]

a person who holds strong opinions about race, religion or politics and is intolerable of differing views

偏执者, 不容异己的人

Ex: Efforts to promote inclusivity were often met with resistance from the bigot in the organization .促进包容性的努力经常遭到组织中**偏执者**的抵制。

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streamlet

[名词]

a small stream or brook, typically characterized by its narrow size

小溪, 细流

Ex: Wildflowers flourished along the banks of the streamlet, adding splashes of color to the landscape .野花沿着**小溪**的岸边盛开，为风景增添了一抹色彩。

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aura

[名词]

the unique vibe or feeling that surrounds a person, object, or place, often influencing how it is perceived by others

气场, 氛围

Ex: There was a mysterious aura surrounding the ancient artifact , sparking curiosity and speculation among historians .古代文物周围有一种神秘的**光环**，引发了历史学家的好奇和猜测。

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