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大学英语六级词表

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按词源结构浏览大学英语六级进阶词汇。2,219 个词,本页显示 120 个可用词条。

command

v

to give an order or instruction with authority

[kəˈmænd]

commemorate

v

To recall and show respect for someone or something in a ceremony.

[kəˈmem.ə.reɪt]

commence

v

to begin something

[kəˈmens]

commend

v

To formally praise someone or something, especially in public.

[kəˈmɛnd]

commentary

n

a spoken description of an event, especially a sports match, given as it happens.

[ˈkɑː.mən.ter.i]

commercial

adj

relating to or involved in the buying and selling of goods and services

[kəˈmɜːrʃl]

commission

n

A group of people officially appointed to investigate or control something.

[kəˈmɪʃn]

commit

v

To do something illegal or morally wrong.

[kəˈmɪt]

commitment

n

The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or person.

[kəˈmɪtmənt]

committee

n

A group of people appointed or elected to perform a specific function or to consider, investigate, or decide on a particular matter.

[kəˈmɪti]

commodity

n

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold, such as copper or coffee.

[kəˈmɑːdəti]

commonplace

adj

Ordinary and not interesting or original

[ˈkɑːmənpleɪs]

commonwealth

n

A group of countries or states that have the same political aims or interests and work together to achieve them.

[ˈkɑːmənwelθ]

communicate

v

to share or exchange information, news, or ideas

[kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪt]

communication

n

The act or process of sharing or exchanging information, ideas, or feelings.

[kəˌmjuː.nəˈkeɪ.ʃən]

community

n

A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.

[kəˈmjuːnəti]

commute

v

to travel regularly by bus, train, car, etc., between your place of work and your home

[kəˈmjuːt]

compact

adj

Closely and neatly packed together; dense

[ˈkɑːm.pækt]

companion

n

a person or animal with whom one spends time or travels.

[kəmˈpænjən]

comparable

adj

similar in size, amount, or quality to something else

[ˈkɑːmp(ə)rəb(ə)l]

compare

v

to examine or look for the differences and similarities between two or more things

[kəmˈper]

comparison

n

the act of considering or stating the similarities or differences between two or more people or things

[kəmˈpærɪsən]

compartment

n

A separate section or part of a larger structure, especially one that is enclosed.

[kəmˈpɑːrtmənt]

compatible

adj

(of two things) able to exist or be used together without problems or conflict.

[kəmˈpæt̬əbl̩]

compel

v

To force someone to do something.

[kəmˈpel]

compensate

v

To give someone money or something else of value to make up for a loss, injury, or problem.

[ˈkɑːmpənseɪt]

compete

v

To try to be more successful than someone or something else, especially in business, sports, or politics.

[kəmˈpiːt]

competence

n

the ability to do something well or effectively

[ˈkɑːmpɪtəns]

competitive

adj

Involving or determined by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful than others.

[kəmˈpet̬.ə.t̬ɪv]

compile

v

To produce a book, report, list, etc. by bringing together information from various sources.

[kəmˈpaɪl]

complain

v

to say that you are annoyed, unhappy, or not satisfied about someone or something

[kəmˈpleɪn]

complaint

n

a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory.

[kəmˈpleɪnt]

complement

n

something that completes or makes perfect

[ˈkɑːmplɪmənt]

complex

adj

Consisting of many different and connected parts; not simple or easy to understand.

[kəmˈplɛks]

complexion

n

the natural color and condition of the skin on a person's face

[kəmˈplekʃn]

complicated

adj

consisting of many interconnecting parts or elements; intricate.

[ˈkɑːmplɪkeɪtɪd]

complication

n

something that makes a situation more difficult or complex

[ˌkɑːmplɪˈkeɪʃn]

compliment

n

A polite expression of praise or admiration.

[ˈkɑːmplɪmənt]

comply

v

to obey a rule, an order, etc.

[kəmˈplaɪ]

component

n

One of several parts of which something is made.

[kəmˈpoʊnənt]

compose

v

To write or create a piece of music, a poem, or a letter.

[kəmˈpoʊz]

composite

adj

Made up of several parts or elements.

[kəmˈpɑːzət]

compound

n

A thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; a mixture.

[ˈkɑːmpaʊnd]

comprehension

n

the ability to understand something

[ˌkɑːmprɪˈhenʃn]

comprehensive

adj

Including or dealing with all or nearly all aspects of something.

[ˌkɑːmprɪˈhensɪv]

compromise

n

An agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.

[ˈkɑːmprəmaɪz]

compulsory

adj

required by law or a rule; obligatory.

[kəmˈpʌlsəri]

compute

v

to calculate something, especially using mathematics or a machine

[kəmˈpjuːt]

concede

v

to admit that something is true or correct, often unwillingly

[kənˈsiːd]

conceive

v

to form an idea, plan, or design in the mind

[kənˈsiːv]

concentrate

v

to direct your attention or mental effort towards a particular activity, subject, or problem

[ˈkɑːnsntreɪt]

concentration

n

the ability to direct all your effort and attention on one thing, without thinking of other matters

[ˌkɑːnsənˈtreɪʃn]

concept

n

an idea or a principle that is connected with something abstract

[ˈkɑːnsept]

conception

n

The process of conceiving a child in the womb; fertilization.

[kənˈsɛpʃ(ə)n]

concern

v

To relate to or affect someone or something; to be about a particular subject.

[kənˈsɜːrn]

concise

adj

Giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive.

[kənˈsaɪs]

conclude

v

to decide or believe something as a result of the information you have

[kənˈkluːd]

condemn

v

To express very strong disapproval of someone or something, usually for moral reasons.

[kənˈdɛm]

condense

v

To make something shorter or smaller, especially a piece of writing or speech.

[kənˈdɛns]

conduct

v

To organize and perform a particular activity.

[ˈkɑːndʌkt]

confer

v

to discuss something with someone, often in order to reach a decision

[kənˈfɜːr]

conference

n

A large formal meeting where people discuss ideas and information related to a particular subject, often lasting several days.

[ˈkɑːn.fɚ.əns]

confidence

n

The feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something.

[ˈkɑːnfɪdəns]

confident

adj

Feeling or showing certainty about something.

[ˈkɑːnfɪdənt]

confidential

adj

meant to be kept secret and not told to or shared with other people

[ˌkɑːnfɪˈdenʃl]

configuration

n

The particular arrangement or pattern of a group of related things.

[kənˌfɪɡ.jəˈreɪ.ʃən]

confine

v

To keep someone or something within certain limits of space, scope, or time.

[kənˈfaɪn]

confirm

v

To state or show that something is definitely true or correct, especially by providing evidence.

[kənˈfɜːrm]

conflict

n

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.

[ˈkɑːnflɪkt]

conform

v

to behave and think in the same way as most other people in a group or society

[kənˈfɔːrm]

confront

v

To face someone or something in a hostile or argumentative way.

[kənˈfrʌnt]

confusion

n

A situation in which people are uncertain about what to do or are unable to understand something clearly.

[kənˈfjuːʒn̩]

Congress

n

A formal meeting or series of meetings for discussion between delegates, especially from different political parties or nations.

[ˈkɑːŋɡrəs]

conscientious

adj

taking care to do things carefully and correctly

[ˌkɑːnʃiˈenʃəs]

conscious

adj

aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

[ˈkɑːnʃəs]

consecutive

adj

Following one after another in an unbroken or logical sequence.

[kənˈsekjətɪv]

consensus

n

A general agreement among a group of people.

[kənˈsen.səs]

consent

n

permission or agreement for something to happen

[kənˈsɛnt]

consequence

n

a result or effect of an action, condition, or event.

[ˈkɑːnsɪkwens]

consequent

adj

following as a result or effect

[ˈkɑːnsɪkwənt]

consequently

adv

as a result; therefore.

[ˈkɑːnsɪkwentli]

conservation

n

The protection of the natural environment, plants, and animals.

[ˌkɑːnsərˈveɪʃn]

conservative

adj

opposed to great or sudden social change; showing that you prefer traditional styles and values

[kənˈsɜːrvətɪv]

conserve

v

to protect something from being damaged, destroyed, or wasted

[kənˈsɜːrv]

considerable

adj

large or significant in size, amount, or extent.

[kənˈsɪd(ə)rəbl̩]

considerate

adj

Thinking about the rights and feelings of other people; showing kindness toward others.

[kənˈsɪdərət]

consist

v

(consist of) to be formed or made up of

[kənˈsɪst]

consistent

adj

Always behaving or happening in a similar, especially positive, way.

[kənˈsɪstənt]

console

v

to give comfort or sympathy to someone who is sad or disappointed

[ˈkɑːnsoʊl]

consolidate

v

to make something stronger or more solid

[kənˈsɑː.lɪ.deɪt]

conspicuous

adj

Very easy to see or notice; attracting attention.

[kənˈspɪk.ju.əs]

constant

adj

Happening all the time or repeatedly.

[ˈkɑːnstənt]

constituent

n

a member of a constituency who elects or is represented by an elected official.

[kənˈstɪtʃuənt]

constitute

v

To be or be considered as something

[ˈkɑːnstɪtuːt]

constitution

n

The system of laws and basic principles that a state, a country, or an organization is governed by.

[ˌkɑːnstɪˈtuːʃn]

constrain

v

To force someone to do something or to behave in a particular way.

[kənˈstreɪn]

construct

v

To build or make something physical, such as a road, building, or machine.

[kənˈstrʌkt]

consult

v

To go to a person, book, etc. for information, advice, or a professional opinion.

[kənˈsʌlt]

consultant

n

a person who provides expert advice professionally

[kənˈsʌltənt]

consume

v

to use something such as fuel, energy, or time, especially in large amounts

[kənˈsuːm]

consumer

n

A person who buys goods or services for their own use.

[kənˈsuːmər]

consumption

n

the act of using energy, food, or materials; the amount used

[kənˈsʌmpʃn]

contact

n

The state of touching or meeting something or someone.

[ˈkɑːntækt]

contaminate

v

to make something dirty, polluted, or poisonous by adding a harmful substance.

[kənˈtæmɪneɪt]

contemplate

v

To think about something deeply and for a long time.

[ˈkɑːn.təm.pleɪt]

contempt

n

The feeling that someone or something is worthless or beneath consideration; scorn.

[kənˈtɛmpt]

contend

v

to struggle or compete with difficulties or an opponent

[kənˈtɛnd]

contention

n

Heated disagreement or argument.

[kənˈtɛnʃ(ə)n]

contest

n

An event in which people compete for supremacy in a sport, activity, or particular quality.

[ˈkɑːn.test]

continual

adj

Happening repeatedly over a period of time, often in a way that is annoying or causes problems.

[kənˈtɪnjuəl]

continuity

n

The unbroken and consistent existence or operation of something over a period of time.

[ˌkɑːn.t̬əˈnuː.ə.t̬i]

contract

n

A formal written or spoken agreement that is legally binding.

[ˈkɑːntrækt]

contradict

v

To say the opposite of what someone else has said, or to be so different from another fact or statement that one of them must be wrong.

[ˌkɑːntrəˈdɪkt]

contradiction

n

A combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another.

[ˌkɑːntrəˈdɪkʃn]

contrast

n

a noticeable difference between people or things

[ˈkɑːntræst]

contribute

v

To give something, especially money or goods, to help achieve or provide something.

[kənˈtrɪbjuːt]

contribution

n

The act of giving something, especially money or time, to help achieve or provide something.

[ˌkɑːntrɪˈbjuːʃən]

contrive

v

to manage to do something difficult, or to make something happen, by using your intelligence or by tricking people

[kənˈtraɪv]

controversial

adj

Causing or likely to cause public disagreement and debate.

[ˌkɑːntrəˈvɜːrʃl]

controversy

n

public discussion and argument about something that many people strongly disagree about, disapprove of, or are shocked by

[ˈkɑːn.trə.vɝː.si]
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