英语专业八级词表

in a way that is completely opposite

an illness in which waste matter is emptied from the bowels much more frequently than normal, and in liquid form

a small cube with one to six spots on each face, used in games of chance.

a division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.

A formal statement of opinion by someone who is respected or an authority.

Intended to teach, especially in a way that is too moralizing or instructive.

To cheat or swindle someone, especially out of money.

A person who strongly opposes change or who continues to support something in spite of opposition.

A person who is an expert in diet and nutrition.

to recognize or show that two things are not the same

A lack of confidence in oneself and one's abilities; shyness or modesty resulting from this.

Lacking confidence in one's own ability or worth; shy and hesitant.

A person who holds a high rank or position, especially in government or the church.

To move away from the main subject you are writing or talking about and to write or talk about something else.

(of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.

to become or to make something larger, wider, or more open.

a person who cultivates an area of interest, such as the arts, without real commitment or knowledge.

A small hollow place in the skin, especially one formed in the cheeks when a person smiles.

A loud, unpleasant, and prolonged noise.

A small, open boat, often used for pleasure or as a lifeboat on a larger ship.

Dirty and discolored; shabby and dull in appearance.

A district for which a bishop is responsible.

an electronic device that allows an electric current to pass in one direction only, used especially for converting alternating current to direct current.

A single vowel sound that changes its quality within a single syllable, as in the pronunciation of the vowel sounds in "coin" or "loud".

A bird that lives near fast streams and dives into the water to find food.

Extremely serious or urgent, often involving danger or disaster.

an official instruction or order, especially one issued by a government or a person in authority.

A state of disorganization or untidiness.

To separate yourself from, or stop being involved in, a person, group, or situation.

To deny any responsibility for or knowledge of something.

to stop being a group; to separate or break up.

able to be seen, heard, or recognized

Showing good judgment, especially in matters of taste or style; perceptive.

To say that you do not have or are not responsible for something.

To make someone feel anxious, confused, or embarrassed.

to harm the good reputation of a person or group; to make people stop believing in something or someone.

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.

individually separate and distinct.

A heavy, flat, circular object thrown in athletic competitions.

To free from illusion or false belief; to disappoint someone by revealing the unpleasant truth about something or someone they admired.

to separate something from something else that it has become joined or mixed with

not influenced by personal feelings or by the chance of getting some advantage for yourself; fair and objective

lacking a coherent sequence or connection; disconnected.

serving or tending to disconnect or separate.

To put a bone out of its correct position in a joint.

to force or knock something out of its position or place.

to take a machine or structure apart so that it is in separate pieces

Essentially different in kind; not able to be compared.

a great difference or inequality, especially in a way that is unfair.

able to be replaced or done without; not essential.

The act of distributing or providing something, especially from a source of authority.

Having lost enthusiasm and hope; dejected.

willing or inclined to do something

to show that something is wrong or not true

the state of having a bad reputation; loss of respect or trust.

lack of respect or courtesy; rudeness

to spread information, ideas, etc. to a lot of people

Strong disagreement or conflict within a group.

A harmful or unhelpful action; a wrong.

(of a person or way of life) overindulging in sensual pleasures; self-indulgent and debauched.

To disconnect or separate something from something else.

Showing a lack of moral restraint and living in a way that is considered immoral, especially in sexual matters.

a combination of sounds or musical notes that are not pleasant when heard together.

to persuade someone not to do something

a feeling of dislike or aversion towards something

deeply upset and agitated, typically due to worry or fear.

to cause people or groups to stop agreeing or working together

The state of not being used or practiced anymore.

To be unable to make a decision because you are uncertain or worried.

Used to say that the same thing is true of another person or thing mentioned

A short, simple song.

To separate and go in different directions from a point.

Tending to be different or develop in different directions.

A sum of money paid regularly (typically annually) by a company to its shareholders out of its profits.

of, from, or like god or a god

the state or quality of being divine

tending to cause disagreement or hostility between people

To make known (private or sensitive information).

Willing to be taught or controlled; easy to manage.

the highest university degree, or the qualification someone has when they have been awarded this degree

(of a book or piece of paper) having the corners worn or battered with use.

a belief or set of beliefs held by an organization or group of people which others are expected to accept without argument

characterized by the expression of opinions as if they are facts and cannot be doubted.

Extremely tired; exhausted.

A state of inactivity, depression, or stagnation

A benefit paid by the government to unemployed people.

expressing sorrow; mournful

a shapeless mass or blob of something, especially soft food

An area of territory owned or controlled by a particular ruler or government.

To tame an animal and keep it as a pet or for farm produce.

the state of being domestic or home-loving; home life.

The place where someone lives; a person's home or permanent residence.

To rule over or control others in a harsh or arrogant way.

Asserting one's will over others in an arrogant and overbearing way.

To draw or scribble idly and absent-mindedly.

certain to fail, suffer, or die

the day on which the world ends or is destroyed, especially in some religious beliefs.

a thick liquid or a sticky substance used for a particular purpose, such as a varnish or a lubricant.

In a state of rest or inactivity; not active but having the potential to be active.

The amount of a medicine or drug that is taken at one time or over a period of time.

a collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject

to show excessive love or fondness, often in a foolish or uncritical way.

Showing excessive or uncritical fondness or affection.

A widow with a title or property derived from her late husband.

From a higher to a lower place or position.

Having no money, home, or prospects; destitute.

to move someone or something to a lower rank, level, or position

Feeling sad, discouraged, or without hope.

towards the bottom of a hill or slope

complete and total; used to emphasize something negative

In the direction in which a stream or river flows; towards the mouth of a river.

a period of time when a machine, especially a computer, is not working or available for use.

property or money brought by a bride to her husband on their marriage.

dull and lacking in color; cheerless and uninteresting

A person who makes detailed technical plans or drawings.

To arrange (cloth or clothing) loosely or casually on or around something.

cloth or fabric hanging in loose folds, especially as a curtain or decorative hanging.

a current of cool air in a room or other confined space