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大学英语四级词表

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按词源结构浏览大学英语四级核心词汇。4,533 个词,本页显示 120 个可用词条。

player

n

a person who takes part in a sport or game

[ˈpleɪər]

playground

n

an outdoor area provided for children to play in, especially at a school or public park.

[ˈpleɪɡraʊnd]

pleasant

adj

Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment.

[ˈpleznt]

please

v

To make someone feel happy or satisfied.

[pliːz]

pleasure

n

a feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment

[ˈpleʒər]

plentiful

adj

existing in large amounts; more than enough

[ˈplentɪfl]

plenty

n

A large or sufficient amount or quantity; more than enough.

[ˈplenti]

plot

n

The series of events that form the story of a novel, play, film, etc.

[plɑːt]

plough

n

A large farming implement with one or more blades fixed in a frame, drawn by a tractor or animals, and used for cutting furrows in soil and turning it over, especially for sowing seeds.

[plaʊ]

pluck

v

to pull something quickly to remove it

[plʌk]

plug

n

an object used to connect a piece of equipment to an electricity supply, or to fill a hole

[plʌɡ]

plunge

v

to move or fall suddenly and often a long way forward, down, or into something

[plʌndʒ]

plural

adj

(of a word or form) denoting more than one, or in some languages more than two

[ˈplʊrəl]

plus

prep

added to

[plʌs]

pocket

n

A small bag sewn into or on clothing, used for carrying small articles.

[ˈpɑːkɪt]

poem

n

A piece of writing in which the words are chosen for their sound and the images they suggest, not just their obvious meaning. It is often arranged in separate lines, usually with a regular rhythm, and sometimes with a pattern of repeated sounds.

[ˈpoʊəm]

poet

n

A person who writes poems.

[ˈpoʊət]

poetry

n

literary work in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by the use of distinctive style, rhythm, and often meter; poems collectively or as a genre of literature.

[ˈpoʊətri]

point

n

A single, particular idea, fact, or part of an argument or discussion.

[pɔɪnt]

poison

n

A substance that can cause illness or death when taken into the body

[ˈpɔɪz(ə)n]

poisonous

adj

containing poison; capable of causing illness or death if taken into the body

[ˈpɔɪzənəs]

pole

n

A long, thin, rounded piece of wood or metal, used as a support.

[poʊl]

police

n

The official organization that is responsible for protecting people and property, making people obey the law, finding out about and solving crime, and catching criminals

[pəˈliːs]

policeman

n

a male member of a police force.

[pəˈliːsmən]

policy

n

A set of ideas or a plan of what to do in particular situations that has been agreed officially by a group of people, a business, a government, or a political party.

[ˈpɑːləsi]

polish

v

To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it

[ˈpoʊlɪʃ]

polite

adj

having or showing good manners and respect for the feelings of others

[pəˈlaɪt]

political

adj

Relating to the government or public affairs of a country.

[pəˈlɪtɪk(ə)l]

politician

n

a person whose job involves holding office or acting in the political arena, especially as an elected member of a government.

[ˌpɑː.ləˈtɪʃ.ən]

politics

n

The activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence a government.

[ˈpɑː.lə.tɪks]

pollute

v

to make air, water, or land dirty and dangerous, especially with waste or chemicals.

[pəˈluːt]

pollution

n

the process of making air, water, soil, etc. dangerously dirty and not suitable for people to use

[pəˈluːʃn]

pond

n

A small area of still water, typically one formed naturally.

[pɑːnd]

pool

n

A small area of still water, especially one that has formed naturally.

[puːl]

poor

adj

having very little money; not having enough money for basic needs

[pʊr]

pop

v

to make a short, sharp, explosive sound

[pɑːp]

popular

adj

liked, admired, or enjoyed by many people or by a particular person or group

[ˈpɑːpjələr]

population

n

All the people who live in a particular area, city, or country

[ˌpɑːpjuˈleɪʃn]

porch

n

A covered shelter projecting in front of the entrance of a building.

[pɔːrtʃ]

pork

n

the meat from a pig, especially when not cured or processed.

[pɔːrk]

porridge

n

A soft food made by boiling oatmeal or another meal in water or milk.

[ˈpɔːr.ɪdʒ]

port

n

A town or city with a harbor where ships load and unload goods and passengers.

[pɔːrt]

portable

adj

Able to be easily carried or moved.

[ˈpɔːr.t̬ə.bəl]

porter

n

A person employed to carry luggage and other loads, especially in a railway station, airport, or hotel.

[ˈpɔːrtər]

portion

n

a part of a whole.

[ˈpɔːrʃ(ə)n]

portrait

n

a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person, especially one showing only the face and upper body.

[ˈpɔːrtrət]

Portuguese

adj

Relating to Portugal, its people, or its language.

[ˈpɔːr.tʃə.ɡiːz]

position

n

The place where someone or something is in relation to other things.

[pəˈzɪʃn]

positive

adj

completely sure; expressing certainty

[ˈpɑːzətɪv]

possess

v

to have or own something

[pəˈzes]

possession

n

the state of having or owning something

[pəˈzeʃn]

possibility

n

something that might happen or be true

[ˌpɑːsəˈbɪləti]

possible

adj

Able to be done or achieved; within the power or capacity of someone or something.

[ˈpɑːsəbl̩]

possibly

adv

used to say that something might exist, happen, or be true, but you are not certain

[ˈpɑːsəbli]

post

n

A long, sturdy piece of timber or metal set upright into the ground and used as a support or marker.

[poʊst]

postage

n

the cost of sending a letter, package, etc. by mail

[ˈpoʊstɪdʒ]

postman

n

A person whose job is to collect and deliver letters and parcels.

[ˈpoʊstmən]

postpone

v

to arrange for something to happen at a later time than originally planned

[poʊstˈpoʊn]

pot

n

A deep, round container used for cooking food or holding things like plants or paint.

[pɑːt]

potato

n

a round vegetable that grows underground, has brown or red skin, and is white or yellow inside. it can be cooked and eaten in many ways.

[pəˈteɪ.t̬oʊ]

potential

adj

Having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future; possible but not yet actual.

[pəˈtenʃl]

pound

n

a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or 0.4536 kilograms

[paʊnd]

pour

v

to make a liquid or other substance flow from a container in a continuous stream, especially by holding the container at an angle

[pɔːr]

poverty

n

The state of being extremely poor.

[ˈpɑːvərti]

powder

n

A dry substance in the form of very small, loose particles.

[ˈpaʊdər]

power

n

The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way.

[ˈpaʊər]

powerful

adj

having great power, strength, or influence

[ˈpaʊərf(ə)l]

practical

adj

relating to real situations and actions rather than ideas or theories

[ˈpræktɪkl]

practically

adv

in a way that is sensible and realistic, based on what is possible or effective rather than theories or ideas.

[ˈpræktɪkli]

practice

n

The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories about it.

[ˈpræktɪs]

practise

v

to do an activity or train regularly so that you can improve your skill

[ˈpræktɪs]

praise

v

to express strong approval or admiration for someone or something, especially in public

[preɪz]

pray

v

to speak to a god in order to express love, give thanks, or ask for something

[preɪ]

prayer

n

the act of speaking to god, especially to give thanks or ask for help

[prer]

precaution

n

An action taken in advance to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening.

[prɪˈkɔːʃn]

preceding

adj

Existing, happening, or coming before in time, order, or place.

[prɪˈsiːdɪŋ]

precious

adj

of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly

[ˈpreʃəs]

precise

adj

exact and accurate in all details

[prɪˈsaɪs]

precision

n

The quality, condition, or fact of being exact, accurate, and careful about details.

[prɪˈsɪʒ.ən]

predict

v

to say that something will happen in the future

[prɪˈdɪkt]

preface

n

An introduction to a book, typically stating its subject, scope, or aims.

[ˈprɛfəs]

prefer

v

To like or want one thing or person more than another

[prɪˈfɜːr]

preferable

adj

more desirable or suitable

[ˈprefrəbl]

preference

n

a greater liking for one alternative over another or others.

[ˈprefrəns]

prejudice

n

An unfair and unreasonable opinion or feeling, especially when formed without enough thought or knowledge.

[ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs]

preliminary

adj

happening before a more important action or event

[prɪˈlɪmɪneri]

premier

adj

First in importance, order, or position; leading.

[prɪˈmɪr]

preparation

n

The action or process of making something ready for use or consideration.

[ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən]

prepare

v

To make something ready for use or consideration.

[prɪˈper]

preposition

n

a word or group of words, such as 'in', 'from', 'to', 'out of', and 'on behalf of', used before a noun or pronoun to show place, position, time, or method.

[ˌprɛpəˈzɪʃən]

prescribe

v

to say what medical treatment someone should have

[prɪˈskraɪb]

presence

n

The state or fact of being in a particular place at a particular time.

[ˈprɛzəns]

present

adj

Existing or occurring now.

[ˈprez(ə)nt]

presently

adv

In a short time; soon.

[ˈprɛz(ə)ntli]

preserve

v

To keep something in its original state or in good condition.

[prɪˈzɜːrv]

president

n

The elected head of a republican state.

[ˈprɛzɪdənt]

press

v

to push something firmly against a surface or to apply steady force to something

[pres]

pressure

n

The force or weight that is produced when something presses or pushes against something else.

[ˈpreʃər]

pretend

v

To behave as if something is true when you know that it is not, especially in order to deceive people or as a game.

[prɪˈtɛnd]

pretty

adj

(especially of a woman or child) attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful.

[ˈprɪti]

prevail

v

to prove more powerful or superior; to be victorious.

[prɪˈveɪl]

prevent

v

To stop something from happening or to stop someone from doing something.

[prɪˈvɛnt]

previous

adj

Existing or occurring before in time or order.

[ˈpriːviəs]

previously

adv

At a time before the present; formerly.

[ˈpriːviəsli]

price

n

The amount of money that you have to pay for something

[praɪs]

pride

n

a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get when you, or someone connected with you, have achieved something special.

[praɪd]

priest

n

A person who is qualified to perform religious duties and ceremonies in some religions, especially Christianity.

[priːst]

primarily

adv

For the most part; chiefly.

[praɪˈmerəli]

primary

adj

most important; main

[ˈpraɪmeri]

prime

adj

Most important; of the best quality

[praɪm]

primitive

adj

relating to, denoting, or preserving the character of an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something

[ˈprɪmɪtɪv]

prince

n

A male member of a royal family, especially the son or grandson of a king or queen.

[prɪns]

princess

n

A female member of a royal family, especially a daughter or granddaughter of a king or queen.

[ˈprɪnses]

principal

adj

most important; main

[ˈprɪnsəpəl]

principle

n

A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning.

[ˈprɪnsəpəl]

print

v

To produce words, numbers, or pictures on paper or other material using a machine.

[prɪnt]

prior

adj

Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.

[ˈpraɪɚ]

prison

n

A building where people are kept as a punishment for a crime they have committed, or while they are waiting for trial.

[ˈprɪzn̩]

prisoner

n

A person who is kept in prison as a legal punishment for a crime or while awaiting trial.

[ˈprɪzənər]

private

adj

Belonging to or for the use of one particular person or group only; not public.

[ˈpraɪvɪt]
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