Exam word list
英语专业八级词表
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浏览英语专业八级词汇的释义、构词与词源。 共 3,984 个词,本页显示 106 个可用词条。
extract
vto remove or take out something, especially by effort or force
extraction
nthe act or process of removing or obtaining something, especially by effort or force
extractor
na machine or device used to remove something, especially by pulling it out or forcing it out.
extradite
vto officially send someone accused of a crime to another country or state for trial.
extraneous
adjComing from outside; not belonging to or directly connected with the subject or matter at hand.
extrapolate
vto estimate or conclude something by extending or projecting known information or data.
extraterrestrial
adjoriginating, existing, or occurring outside the earth or its atmosphere.
extremism
nthe holding of extreme political or religious views; fanaticism.
extremity
nThe furthest point or limit of something.
extricate
vto free or remove someone or something from a difficult situation or constraint
extrovert
na person who is active and confident, and who enjoys spending time with other people
exuberant
adjfull of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness.
exude
vto flow out slowly and steadily, or to cause something to flow out in this way, especially through small openings
exult
vto feel and show great happiness or pride, especially because of a success
eye-catching
adjImmediately attracting attention because it is very interesting, exciting, or attractive.
fabricate
vTo invent or produce something false in order to deceive.
facade
nThe front of a large building, especially one that is impressive or beautiful.
facet
none side of something many-sided, especially of a cut gem.
facile
adj(of an argument, theory, or statement) appearing neat and comprehensive only by ignoring the true complexities of an issue; superficial.
facing
nA layer of material covering part of a garment for decoration or strength.
faction
nA small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics.
factitious
adjArtificially created or developed; not natural or genuine.
fad
nan intense and widely shared enthusiasm for something, especially one that is short-lived and without basis in the object's qualities.
fag
n(British, informal, offensive) A cigarette.
failing
na weakness or fault in someone's character or abilities
fainthearted
adjlacking courage or confidence; timid
fairground
na large outdoor area where fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held, typically with rides, games, and stalls.
fairway
nThe part of a golf course between a tee and the corresponding green that is kept free of long grass.
falcon
na bird of prey with long, pointed wings and a notched beak, often trained to hunt small game.
fallacious
adjbased on a mistaken belief or containing a mistake in reasoning; misleading or deceptive.
fallacy
nA false or mistaken idea or belief.
fallible
adjcapable of making mistakes or being wrong.
fallow
adj(of farmland) plowed and harrowed but left unsown for a period in order to restore its fertility.
falsetto
na method of singing used by male singers, especially tenors, to sing notes higher than their normal range.
falsify
vTo change something, such as a document, record, or evidence, in order to deceive people.
falsity
nthe state of being false or untrue
familial
adjRelating to or typical of a family.
fanciful
adj(of an idea) seeming to come from the imagination rather than reason or experience
faraway
adjDescribing a place that is a very long distance away.
farce
na humorous play or film where the plot and characters are exaggerated to make people laugh
far-fetched
adjDescribing an idea, story, or explanation that is very unlikely to be true or practical because it is not connected to reality or is too exaggerated.
farsighted
adjable to see things clearly only when they are far away
fastidious
adjVery attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
fatalism
nthe belief that all events are decided in advance by a divine power or fate and that humans cannot change them.
fatality
nAn occurrence of death by accident, in war, or from disease.
fated
adjcertain to happen or to do something because it has been decided by fate
fateful
adjHaving important, often negative, consequences.
fatuous
adjextremely silly, showing a lack of intelligence or thought.
faucet
nA device that controls the flow of a liquid or gas from a pipe or container.
fauna
nThe animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.
fawn
na young deer in its first year
faze
vTo disturb or disconcert someone; to cause them to feel unsettled or embarrassed.
feckless
adjlacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible
fecund
adjproducing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile.
federalism
nA system of government in which several states or regions unite under a central authority but keep some independent powers.
Federalist
nA supporter of a system of government in which several states unite under a central authority but remain independent in internal affairs.
federate
vTo unite or combine separate organizations, states, or groups into a single larger one, often while allowing them some degree of local independence.
feign
vto pretend to have a particular feeling or to be ill, asleep, etc.
feint
nA pretended attack or movement intended to distract or deceive an opponent.
felony
na serious crime, typically one involving violence, regarded as more severe than a misdemeanor.
felt
nA type of thick, soft cloth made by pressing and matting fibres together.
femininity
nthe quality or nature of the female sex; womanliness.
fen
nAn area of low, flat, marshy land, especially in eastern England.
fence
nA structure like a wall, but made of posts of wood or metal with wire or net between them, used for enclosing an area of land or for preventing animals or people from entering or leaving.
fend
vTo try to manage without help; to provide a livelihood for oneself.
fender
na low frame bordering a fireplace to keep in burning logs.
ferocity
nThe state or quality of being ferocious; extreme fierceness or violent aggression.
ferret
nA small, domesticated mammal of the weasel family, often kept for hunting rabbits or as a pet.
fervent
adjHaving or showing very strong and sincere feelings about something
fester
v(of a wound or sore) to become infected and filled with pus.
festive
adjtypical of or suitable for a celebration or festival
festivity
nthe celebration of something in a happy way
festoon
vto decorate a place or something with chains of flowers, leaves, or ribbons, especially in curves between two points
fetching
adjAttractive or pleasing in appearance
fete
na public function, typically held outdoors and organized to raise funds for a charity, involving entertainment and stalls
fetid
adjHaving a strong, unpleasant smell
fetish
nan object that is believed to have magical powers, especially one that is worshipped by some peoples
fetter
nA chain or shackle placed around a prisoner's ankle to restrict movement.
fetus
nan unborn or unhatched offspring of a mammal, in particular an unborn human more than eight weeks after conception.
feud
nA long and bitter quarrel or conflict between two people, families, or groups.
feverish
adjhaving or showing the symptoms of a fever
fiasco
na complete and ridiculous failure, especially of a performance or plan.
fickle
adjChanging often and unpredictably, especially in one's loyalties, interests, or affections.
fictitious
adjNot real or true; invented or imagined.
fiddling
adjtrivial and unimportant
fidget
vTo make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience.
fieldwork
nThe activity of working in a natural environment rather than a laboratory, office, or factory, especially in scientific research or social studies.
fiend
nAn evil spirit or demon.
fiendish
adjextremely cruel or unpleasant; evil
fig
nA soft sweet fruit that grows in hot climates, full of small seeds and often eaten dried
figment
nA thing that someone believes to be real but that exists only in their imagination.
figurative
adj(of language) used not with its basic, literal meaning, but in a way that creates a vivid image or suggests a different association.
figurehead
na person who is the head or chief in name only, having no real power or authority.
filial
adjRelating to or appropriate for a son or daughter.
fillet
nA boneless piece of meat or fish
finale
nthe last part of a piece of music, a performance, or a public event, especially when particularly dramatic or exciting.
finely
advIn a very delicate, precise, or subtle manner.
finery
nElaborate or showy clothing and decoration, especially for a special occasion.
finesse
nimpressive delicacy and skill.
fingertip
nthe end of a finger, especially the part where the nail is.
finicky
adjexcessively fussy or difficult to please, especially about food or details
firebrand
na person who is very passionate about a particular cause and often causes trouble or unrest by expressing strong opinions.
firepower
nThe amount of weapons and ammunition that a military unit, ship, or aircraft can use against an enemy.
fiscal
adjrelating to government revenue, especially taxes
fishery
na part of the sea or a river where fish are caught in large quantities.
fishmonger
nA person or shop that sells fish for food.