英语专八词汇--朱晓慧

精品文库Chapter 11. The zodiac is used by astrologers to help calculate the influence of the planets on peoples lives.2. It is a haphazard timetable. Sometimes lessons happen, sometimes they dont.3. No man was allowed to infringe on the livelihood of his neighbor.4. The scents of the flowers were wafted to us by the breeze.5. The poor mans clothes were so ragged that they could not be repaired any more.6. The machinery had been wrecked so efficiently that the police were sure it was a case of sabotage. 7. The actor amused the audience by mimicking some well-known people.8. The speaker tantalized us with tales of exotic lands and buried treasure.9. I assure you there was no ulterior motive in my suggestion.10. Government loans have been the salvation of several shaky business companies.11. The hunter kept the lions skin and head as trophies (trophy).12. We saw the canoe overturn, throwing its passengers into the water.13. He has been drinking alcohol so heavily that his death severely affected and got his quietus alcoholically.14. The orphanage is just one of her philanthropic causes.15. After a period of probation, a novice becomes a nun.16. Despite his wealth and position, he has an unassuming personality.17. The island is maintained as a sanctuary for engendered species.18. If you adulterate something, such as food or drink, you reduce its quality or make it weaker, for example by adding water to it.19. A barbecue is a grill on which meat, fish, and other foods are cooked over hot charcoal, usually out of doors.20. The picket warned the sleeping troops that the enemy was creeping near.21. When you are suffering from measles you have red spots on your skin and you feel as if you have a cold.22. Their business was war, murder, pillage and rape.23. He was brought before the tribunal for trial.24. The guests, have eaten until they were satiated, now listened inattentively to the speakers.25. If you spill hot liquid on your skin it will scald you.26. The meeting took on a different posture after his moving speech.27. While she had the fever, she raved for hours.28. The mice scampered when the cat came.29. Many animals display maternal instincts only while their offspring are young and helpless.30. On August 18th the president announced a general amnesty for political exiles.31. She lived on the yonder (farther) side of the valley. 32. The old couple lived in abject (complete) poverty.33. Larry was so absorbed (engrossed) in his novel that he forgot about his dinner cooking in the oven.34. His grandfather used to be an admiral (a top naval officer).35. She distributed gifts in a bountiful (generous) and gracious manner.36. I have just had a long bout (period) of house cleaning.37. The girls braided (plaited) their hair with flowers.38. They got in quite a brawl (fight).39. Her brazen (insolent) contempt for authority angered the officials.40. After the storm the lake returned to its usual calm (placid) state.41. Charles was in no position to make a judicious (wise) decision.42. This wood is too wet to kindle (burn).43. The politician promised to be candid (open and frank), but we wondered.44. The lambs capered (skipped) about in the meadow.45. There was a caption (title) underneath the photograph.46. She is the most faultless (impeccable) person in the group.47. The waiter fawned on (sought favor from) the rich customers in hopes of a large tip.48. Not wishing to attend the dance, Marie feigned (disguised) illness.49. He is one of the young ladys fervent (ardent) admirers.50. Huey Longs denunciations of the federal government were often inspired by the fervor (zeal) of his listeners.51. Fidelity (faithfulness) is a quality of character that is admired by most people.52. The police will make every effort to capture the fiend (wicked person) who murdered the children.53. We found a hamlet (small village) in the deep forest with only six families.54. The rising prices are harassing (worrying) the manufacturers and the customers.55. He is always harping on (talking tiresomely about) lack of opportunity.56. Because the details of the project were rather hazy (vague), we decided to reject the proposal.57. If Mr. Jones had known that she was a criminal, he would never have aided or helped (abetted) her in any way.58. In front of the house is a small lake hemmed in (surrounded) by thick leafy trees.59. He refused to see anyone and remained a hermit (recluse) all his life.60. She wants to hitch (connect) her trailer to your car.61. Does he love his wealthy mother or only pretend to for mercenary (selfish) reasons?62. Pick up that mess (clutter) of dirty clothes and have them washed.63. His joke caused mirth (laughter) in the audience.64. A persons miscellaneous (varied minor) expenses include stamps and haircuts.65. With a little care you could have avoided the mishap (accident).66. He ushered (guided) me to my seat at once.67. In winter, many homeless vagabonds (wanderers) prefer to live in prison rather than to live in the open.68. Confucius is considered the greatest of the ancient Chinese sages (philosophy).69. A concert was given in the saloon (bar-room) of the ship.70. Typically, ocean reefs teem with (swarm with) fish.71. The colleges all have well-kept verdant lawns.72. One-piece swimming costumes are more fashionable than bikinis this year.73. To be a good manager, you must know how to devolve responsibility downwards.74. The whole country had tried to efface the memory of the old dictatorship.75. She swiveled her chair round and stared out across the back lawn.76. He tried to console her, but she kept saying it was all her own fault.77. For breakfast I have porridge made with water, to which I add raisins.78. The stream glinted in the moonlight.79. I was just cogitating (cogitate) upon the meaning of life.80. Several famous alumni have agreed to help raise money for the schools restoration fund.81. In fairy stories, elves (elf) are small magical beings who play tricks on people.82. She puts a piece of plastic tubing in her mouth and starts siphoning gas from a huge metal drum.83. Three planes were standing on the tarmac.84. The vegetable curry is served with rice and lentils.85. The car pulled up too fast and skidded on the dusty shoulder of the road.86. Pantomime is an amusing musical play, and it also used to mean mime.87. All the parts have been taken from stock but they need to be invoiced before shipping.88. Having agreed a price through the computer, the customers own machine can then automatically produce an invoice to consummate the deal.89. She always has prunes in syrup for breakfast.90. Many thousands of refugees have already died from malnutrition.91. All the dancers come on stage during the grand finale.92. Which modern novels are on the syllabus this year?93. Many families must skimp on their food and other necessities just to meet the monthly rent.94. Tartan is mainly associated with Scotland.95. The bullfighter was almost gored to death.96. I thought I saw someone skulking in the bushesperhaps we should call the police.97. Hooligans had sprayed paint all over the car.98. To get to the cinema foyer (前厅), you have to push the wheelchair up the ramp.99. The author seems to view the British system as a paragon of democracy.100. I told her she looked fat, whereupon she threw the entire contents of a saucepan at me and burst into tears.Chapter 2101. It is presumptuous of the young senator to challenge the leadership so soon.102. We mustnt get impatient; if we bide our time and the chance will come.103. To assess future needs, the Department simply extrapolated past demand trends.104. She was putting lumps of sugar into her tea with a pair of silver tongs.105. John was admitted to the sixth grade on probation.106. Wiles are clever tricks that people use to persuade other people to do something.107. She loves me and I reciprocate her affection.108. The invalid was reclining (recline) lazily on the couch.109. A treacherous person is one whom you trust, but who harms you secretly.110. She made shorthand notes which she later transcribes.111. The rider lashes his horse to make it go faster.112. Alms are gifts of money, clothes, food, etc. to poor people.113. Two months later a faction calling itself the “New Opposition” issued a circular to all members.114. If you allude to something, you mention it in a very indirect way.115. The artistic zealot Smards devoted his life to the completion of a great masterpiece.116. When the river Nile overflows, it leaves sediment on the surrounding fields.117. We received the quittance indicating the amount of money I had paid.118. Next month there will be the ceremony of induction of the new chancellor.119. Cybernetics is a science in which control system in electronic and mechanical devices are studied and compared to biological systems.120. The theater had semicircular tiers of seats.121. By now John was seething (seethe) with indignation and we gathered round trying to pacify him.122. Nails protruded from the board and had to be removed for safety.123. She knew that her efforts to feint cheerfulness werent convincing.124. An eiderdown is a bed covering, placed on top of sheets and blankets, which is filled with small soft feathers or warm material.125. If you are averse to something, you feel strongly that you are not willing to do it or that you dont like it.126. At the top of the steps was a bust of Shakespeare on a pedestal (基座).127. The social workers tried to rehabilitate the juvenile delinquents.128. To tabulate fact, figures, etc., is to write them in columns.129. In ancient times, a serf was forced to work on his lords land, almost as a slave.130. He gave me an ultimatum: either Mary has to leave, or me.131. The manager juggled (played tricks with) his figures to make it seem that the company was prosperous.132. The children became boisterous (wild) when their mother left the room.133. The mathematician was working at the zenith (highest point) of her power.134. My wife didnt accede (agree) with what you suggested to us.135. He received world-wide acclaim (praise) for landing on the moon.136. He was acquitted (absolved) of his role in the disturbance.137. He bought a bonnet (hat) for his girl friend yesterday.138. Parks are a great boon (blessing) to people in big cities.139. The prisoner made a breach (crack) in the wall and escaped.140. The United Nations was asked to mediate the break (rift) between the two governments.141. Carcasses (dead bodies) of animals lay rotten among the trees.142. The child was caressed (fondled) by his mother with her hand.143. After heavy rain the water formed many cascades (rapids) down the hill.144. Cavities (cavity, holes) in teeth are caused by decay.145. The students exulted (rejoiced) at the last day of school.146. The speaker is going to tell us his fabulous (amazing) adventures on the moon.147. The counterfeit bills were a good facsimile (reproduction) of the real ones.148. Since he is shy about speaking in public, his voice always falters (stammers) a little at the beginning of his speeches.149. Freedom of the press is a farce (mockery) under a dictatorship.150. Sandy thought she was fat (obese), so she went on a crash diet.151. There is concern about whether the budget will be ready for the new fiscal (financial) year.152. The golden age of whale fishery (catching) is over.153. People said those guesses (conjectures) were probably correct.154. A gush (stream) of water came out when the pump started.155. This place is a habitat (home) for pit vipers (毒蛇).156. The enemy soldiers were on the hither (this) side of the river.157. The miser kept a hoard (collection) of coins at a secret cabin.158. Nelsons voice was so hoarse (husky) that he could hardly speak.159. The driver hobbled (walked lamely) around on crutches for a month after the accident.160. All of us mocked at (jeered at) his craving for fame and profit.161. There was a sing on the gate which read: “Do not molest (disturb) the dog.”162. Ill have to walk through the moor (wasteland) to find the missing child.163. Sally was mortified (humiliated) by her dates unprecedented behavior.164. The boy built a castle on a mound (pile) of sand.165. The boys always munch (chew) popcorn while they watch the movie.166. In former days, poets often called the sky “the vault (arched roof) of heaven”.167. I have a vehement (fierce) hatred of people who are cruel to animals.168. The court judged him sane (sound-minded) and responsible for his acts.169. In the chocolate factory we work under very sanitary (hygienic) conditions.170. The fox hid in the thicket (bush) where the dogs could not reach it.171. With one dexterous movement, he flicked the omelet over in the pan.172. According to a recent study, at least 2000 people subsist by picking through the citys garbage.173. I find scientific terminology hard to understand.174. His face had contorted with bitterness and rage.175. Rapacious soldiers looted the house in the defeated city.176. We moored the boat to a large tree root.177. When two people elope they go away secretly together to get married.178. The huge heaps of slag warned us that we were approaching a mining area.179. The infantry are being sent into the battle zone.180. French and Germany have signed a bilateral agreement to help prevent drug smuggling.181. Your arteries (artery) are the tubes in your body that carry blood from your heart to the rest of your body.182. She is one of the rising stars in the political firmament.183. In the sentence “I wish I were rich”, the verb “were” is in the subjunctive.184. The policeman was grappling (grapple) with two men.185. She hooted her horn at the dog in the road.186. She speaks Mandarin Chinese.187. After our long game of tennis, we slaked our thirst with a beer.188. Jade is a hard stone, usually green in color, which is used for making jewelry and ornaments.189. A couple of victories would boost the teams morale enormously.190. Gandhi renounced the use of violence.191. The contour of the car has been changed, making the new model less boxlike.192. We have evidence to substantiate allegations that corruption took place.193. The car hit a patch of ice and slewed around violently.194. We keep the goat on a tether when it is grazing.195. In his 20 years working for the company, he made an indelible mark on it.196. The farmers tractor had turned the lane into a morass of mud which was difficult to walk through.197. Trade Union leaders have demanded the government rescind the price rise.198. The dockland were derelict for many years before they were converted into a marina.199. A paraphrase of something written or spoken is the same thing expressed in a different way.200. She started to wean her baby when it was about six months.Chapter 3201. Each of the balloons has its own buoyance and lift.202. The losing candidate spent a tortuous night listening to the election returns.203. Winning the Nobel Prize added even more luster to the poets name.204. In order to receive the degree she had to present a dissertation.205. The decayed gentleman was at last reduced to servile labor.206. Buoys show ships and boats where they can go, and warn them of danger.207. He hammered a tack into the wall and hung a small picture from it.208. The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.209. We must be careful as we deplete our stocks of non-renewable resources.210. A lady wears a shawl over her shoulders to keep her warm.211. Before proceeding with the experiment, the lab assistant reiterated what the professor had said in his lecture.212. In the aural test the student listens to spoken language but does not speak in response.213. In these stories of pastoral life, we find an understanding of the daily tasks of country folk.214. I am no longer fashionable to call a mental hospital asylum.215. The sky became suffused with a pale, milky luminescence.216. The old man tried to rejuvenate himself by taking hormone shots.217. If you badger someone, you repeatedly tell him to do something or repeatedly ask him questions.218. Their houses are in traditional style of clay over a lattice of bamboo.219. The king, as the “symbol of the nation”, duly gave the Constitution his assent.220. He swore that he would never steal again, but soon relapsed into a life of crime.221. Im sorry for bumping into yousomebody shoved me. 222. His mind was tainted from reading bad books.223. A doctors life is consecrated to keeping people well.224. The reception was held in a pavilion on the lawn.225. The new nurse was perfunctory; she didnt really care about her work.226. Mice will shred things such as newspapers and make a terrible mess.227. My father never aspired to the job of managing director, and was very surprised when it was offered to him.228. Edward VIII relinquished his throne to marry Mrs. Simpson.229. Black tides of lava flowed down the sides of the volcano.230. He sieved the sand from the bottom of the river, hoping to find pieces of gold.231. The chairman wanted to adjourn (dissolve) the meeting.232. His employer appeared to be in such an affable (agreeable) mood that Tom decided to ask for a raise.233. He was extremely agitated (perturbed) by the illness of his daughter.234. The foreign countries attempt at a blockade (closure) of the port was unsuccessful.235. It was difficult to make out the details because the photograph was quite blurred (indistinct).236. Walking is difficult in the bog (marsh la