219 詞
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
table
擱置｜教學補註：a set of data arranged in rows and columns
英文釋義：a set of data arranged in rows and columns; a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs
相似詞：mesa, board, postpone, prorogue, shelve, defer
相反詞：get off
派生詞：tabulate v., tabular adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a set of data arranged in rows and columns。中文錨點：擱置｜教學補註：a set of data arranged in rows and columns。GRE tip: "table" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the table of X; a sense / degree / lack of table; amid / despite table Sentence frame: The debate turns on the table of ______. （空格填入與「擱置｜教學補註：a set of data arranged in rows and columns」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
He entertained the whole table with his witty remarks. （擱置）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
taboo
禁忌；禁止
英文釋義：a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature; an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
相似詞：tabu, forbidden, out, prohibited, proscribed, verboten
相反詞：allow, permit, safe
用法／搭配：核心義：a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something ...。中文錨點：禁忌；禁止。GRE tip: "taboo" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the taboo of X; a sense / degree / lack of taboo; amid / despite taboo Sentence frame: The debate turns on the taboo of ______. （空格填入與「禁忌；禁止」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A taboo subject. （禁忌；禁止）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、紅寶書
tacit
心照不宣的
英文釋義：implied by or inferred from actions or statements
相似詞：silent, understood
相反詞：explicit, spoken
用法／搭配：核心義：implied by or inferred from actions or statements。中文錨點：心照不宣的。GRE tip: "tacit" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tacit argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tacit; tacit enough to... Sentence frame: Her tacit ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「心照不宣的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A tacit agreement. （心照不宣的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tacitum
沉默的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad...
英文釋義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English
用法／搭配：核心義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English。中文錨點：沉默的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad。GRE tip: "tacitum" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tacitum of X; a sense / degree / lack of tacitum; amid / despite tacitum Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tacitum of ______. （空格填入與「沉默的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tacitum is crucial to understanding the argument. （沉默的）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
taciturn
沉默的｜教學補註：habitually reserved and uncommunicative
英文釋義：habitually reserved and uncommunicative
相反詞：talkative, garrulous, voluble
派生詞：taciturnity n.
用法／搭配：核心義：habitually reserved and uncommunicative。中文錨點：沉默的｜教學補註：habitually reserved and uncommunicative。GRE tip: "taciturn" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a taciturn argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather taciturn; taciturn enough to... Sentence frame: Her taciturn ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「沉默的｜教學補註：habitually reserved and uncommunicative」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her taciturn approach to the evidence. （沉默的）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tackle
處理｜教學補註：the person who plays that position on a football team
英文釋義：the person who plays that position on a football team; gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
相似詞：rigging, rig, undertake, harness
相反詞：unharness
派生詞：tackler n.
用法／搭配：核心義：the person who plays that position on a football team。中文錨點：處理｜教學補註：the person who plays that position on a football team。GRE tip: "tackle" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tackle of X; a sense / degree / lack of tackle; amid / despite tackle Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tackle of ______. （空格填入與「處理｜教學補註：the person who plays that position on a football team」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The right tackle is a straight A student. （處理）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tact
精明的｜教學補註：consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
英文釋義：consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
相似詞：tactfulness
相反詞：tactlessness
用法／搭配：核心義：consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense。中文錨點：精明的｜教學補註：consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense。GRE tip: "tact" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tact of X; a sense / degree / lack of tact; amid / despite tact Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tact of ______. （空格填入與「精明的｜教學補註：consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tact is crucial to understanding the argument. （精明的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tactic
手段；策略
英文釋義：a plan for attaining a particular goal
相似詞：tactics, maneuver, manoeuvre
派生詞：tactical adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a plan for attaining a particular goal。中文錨點：手段；策略。GRE tip: "tactic" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tactic of X; a sense / degree / lack of tactic; amid / despite tactic Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tactic of ______. （空格填入與「手段；策略」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tactic is crucial to understanding the argument. （手段；策略）
詳細 · 救命800
tactless
adj. 不機智的，沒情商的
英文釋義：likely to offend or upset people
相似詞：impolitic, imprudent, injudicious, undiplomatic
相反詞：tactful, politic, prudent, diplomatic
派生詞：tactlessness n.
用法／搭配：tactless comments 不明智的評論
Example · TTS
In the circumstances it was tactless to ask her age. （不機智的，沒情商的）
詳細 · 填空1300
tailored
量身定製的
英文釋義：adjust to a specific need or market; style and tailor in a certain fashion
相似詞：tailor, orient, cut, sew, tailor-make, trim
相反詞：disorient, expand, switch on, uncut, unmown, untrimmed
用法／搭配：核心義：to adjust to a specific need or market。中文錨點：量身定製的。GRE tip: treat "tailored" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to tailored sth; refuse / choose / begin to tailored; the tailoredding of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to tailored ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「量身定製的」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
A neat tailored suit. （量身定製的）
詳細 · 救命800
taint
v. 玷污，破壞
英文釋義：to damage or spoil the quality of
相似詞：mar, blemish, tarnish
相反詞：disinfect
用法／搭配：taint someone’s reputation 玷污某人的名譽
Example · TTS
In that case, they had to taint someone’s reputation. （玷污，破壞）
詳細 · 紅寶書
taking
迷人的｜教學補註：the act of someone who picks up or takes something
英文釋義：the act of someone who picks up or takes something; carry out
相似詞：pickings, take, occupy, lead, direct, conduct
相反詞：abstain, disclaim, give, obviate, refuse
派生詞：take v.
用法／搭配：核心義：the act of someone who picks up or takes something。中文錨點：迷人的｜教學補註：the act of someone who picks up or takes something。GRE tip: "taking" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the taking of X; a sense / degree / lack of taking; amid / despite taking Sentence frame: The debate turns on the taking of ______. （空格填入與「迷人的｜教學補註：the act of someone who picks up or takes something」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Something inexpressibly taking in his manner. （迷人的）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tally
吻合；符合
英文釋義：a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely; a bill for an amount due
相似詞：run, reckoning, count, counting, numeration, enumeration
相反詞：disagree
用法／搭配：核心義：a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely。中文錨點：吻合；符合。GRE tip: "tally" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tally of X; a sense / degree / lack of tally; amid / despite tally Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tally of ______. （空格填入與「吻合；符合」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Their first tally came in the 3rd inning. （吻合；符合）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tame
馴服的｜教學補註：correct by punishment or discipline
英文釋義：correct by punishment or discipline; make less strong or intense; soften
相似詞：chasten, subdue, moderate, domesticate, cultivate, naturalize
相反詞：wild
派生詞：tameable adj., tamable adj., tamer n., tameness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to correct by punishment or discipline。中文錨點：馴服的｜教學補註：correct by punishment or discipline。GRE tip: treat "tame" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to tame sth; refuse / choose / begin to tame; the taming of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to tame ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「馴服的｜教學補註：correct by punishment or discipline」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The author finally tamed some of his potentially offensive statements. （馴服的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tamper
破壞｜教學補註：a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge in...
英文釋義：a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.); play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly
相似詞：tamp, fiddle, monkey, meddle
派生詞：tamp v., tampering n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.)。中文錨點：破壞｜教學補註：a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge in。GRE tip: "tamper" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tamper of X; a sense / degree / lack of tamper; amid / despite tamper Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tamper of ______. （空格填入與「破壞｜教學補註：a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge in」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Someone tampered with the documents on my desk. （破壞）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tangential
相切的；離題的
英文釋義：of superficial relevance if any; of or relating to or acting along or in the direction of a tangent
相似詞：digressive
相反詞：relevant, central
派生詞：tangent n.
用法／搭配：核心義：of superficial relevance if any。中文錨點：相切的；離題的。GRE tip: "tangential" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tangential argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tangential; tangential enough to... Sentence frame: Her tangential ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「相切的；離題的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A tangential remark. （相切的；離題的）
詳細 · 救命800
tangible
adj. 可感知的｜教學補註：capable of being perceived
英文釋義：capable of being perceived
相似詞：palpable, perceptible, discernable
相反詞：impalpable, intangible, imperceptible, indiscernible
派生詞：tangibleness n., tangibility n.
用法／搭配：tangible property 有形財產
Example · TTS
Tangible property like real estate. （可感知的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tangy
刺激性氣味的
英文釋義：tasting sour like a lemon
相似詞：lemony, lemonlike, sourish, tart
派生詞：tang n., tanginess n.
用法／搭配：核心義：tasting sour like a lemon。中文錨點：刺激性氣味的。GRE tip: "tangy" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tangy argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tangy; tangy enough to... Sentence frame: Her tangy ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「刺激性氣味的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her tangy approach to the evidence. （刺激性氣味的）
詳細 · 救命800
tantalizing
adj. 挑逗性的，撩撥人的
英文釋義：making you feel a desire to have or do something
相似詞：alluring, tempting
用法／搭配：the tantalizing smell of fried bacon 誘人的煎培根的味道
Example · TTS
A tantalizing taste of success. （挑逗性的，撩撥人的）
詳細 · 救命800、紅寶書
tantamount
adj. 等價的｜教學補註：equivalent in value, significance, or effect
英文釋義：equivalent in value, significance, or effect
相似詞：identical, synonymous with
相反詞：fraternal, antonymous
形近詞：mount 登上，增加，上升，安排準備arrange ｜ amount 合計 ｜ tantamount 等量的 ｜ surmount 克服超越=surpass
用法／搭配：a relationship tantamount to marriage 到了談婚論嫁地步的關係
Example · TTS
His statement was tantamount to an admission of guilt. （等價的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P4-pending-b01 補錄
tantrum
發脾氣
英文釋義：發脾氣
用法／搭配：考意錨點：發脾氣
Example · TTS
On the exam, tantrum most nearly means a sense of "發脾氣". （發脾氣）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P4-pending-b02 補錄
taper
逐漸變細
英文釋義：逐漸變細
用法／搭配：考意錨點：逐漸變細
Example · TTS
On the exam, taper most nearly means a sense of "逐漸變細". （逐漸變細）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tardy
拖延的；遲緩的
英文釋義：after the expected or usual time; delayed
相似詞：belated, late
相反詞：early, middle
派生詞：tardiness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：after the expected or usual time。中文錨點：拖延的；遲緩的。GRE tip: "tardy" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tardy argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tardy; tardy enough to... Sentence frame: Her tardy ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「拖延的；遲緩的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Always tardy in making dental appointments. （拖延的；遲緩的）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、紅寶書
tarnish
失去光澤｜教學補註：discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation
英文釋義：discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation; make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
相似詞：stain, maculate, sully, defile
用法／搭配：核心義：discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation。中文錨點：失去光澤｜教學補註：discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation。GRE tip: "tarnish" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tarnish of X; a sense / degree / lack of tarnish; amid / despite tarnish Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tarnish of ______. （空格填入與「失去光澤｜教學補註：discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air. （失去光澤）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tarry
等候；逗留
英文釋義：be about; leave slowly and hesitantly
相似詞：loiter, lounge, footle, lollygag, loaf, lallygag
派生詞：tarriance n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to be about。中文錨點：等候；逗留。GRE tip: treat "tarry" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to tarry sth; refuse / choose / begin to tarry; the tarrying of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to tarry ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「等候；逗留」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
In the end, they chose to tarry what they had once defended. （等候；逗留）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tart
鋒利的｜教學補註：a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money
英文釋義：a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money; a small open pie with a fruit filling
相似詞：prostitute, cocotte, whore, harlot, bawd, cyprian
派生詞：tartlet n., tartness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money。中文錨點：鋒利的｜教學補註：a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money。GRE tip: "tart" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tart of X; a sense / degree / lack of tart; amid / despite tart Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tart of ______. （空格填入與「鋒利的｜教學補註：a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A tart remark. （鋒利的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tatter
破布；碎紙
英文釋義：a small piece of cloth or paper
相似詞：rag, shred, tag
用法／搭配：核心義：a small piece of cloth or paper。中文錨點：破布；碎紙。GRE tip: "tatter" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tatter of X; a sense / degree / lack of tatter; amid / despite tatter Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tatter of ______. （空格填入與「破布；碎紙」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tatter is crucial to understanding the argument. （破布；碎紙）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tattle
泄密｜教學補註：disclosing information or giving evidence about another
英文釋義：disclosing information or giving evidence about another; speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
相似詞：singing, telling, chatter, piffle, palaver, prate
相反詞：keep quiet
派生詞：tattler n.
用法／搭配：核心義：disclosing information or giving evidence about another。中文錨點：泄密｜教學補註：disclosing information or giving evidence about another。GRE tip: "tattle" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tattle of X; a sense / degree / lack of tattle; amid / despite tattle Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tattle of ______. （空格填入與「泄密｜教學補註：disclosing information or giving evidence about another」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tattle is crucial to understanding the argument. （泄密）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tatty
不整潔的｜教學補註：showing signs of wear and tear
英文釋義：showing signs of wear and tear; tastelessly showy
相似詞：moth-eaten, ratty, shabby, brassy, cheap, flash
相反詞：expensive
派生詞：tat n.
用法／搭配：核心義：showing signs of wear and tear。中文錨點：不整潔的｜教學補註：showing signs of wear and tear。GRE tip: "tatty" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tatty argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tatty; tatty enough to... Sentence frame: Her tatty ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「不整潔的｜教學補註：showing signs of wear and tear」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
An old house with dirty windows and tatty curtains. （不整潔的）
詳細 · GRE3000、紅寶書
taunt
嘲笑的｜教學補註：aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing
英文釋義：aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing; harass with persistent criticism or carping
相似詞：twit, taunting, tease, razz, rag, cod
派生詞：taunting n.
形近詞：flaunt 炫耀 ｜ taunt 奚落 ｜ stout 強壯的，勇敢的
用法／搭配：核心義：aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing。中文錨點：嘲笑的｜教學補註：aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing。GRE tip: "taunt" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the taunt of X; a sense / degree / lack of taunt; amid / despite taunt Sentence frame: The debate turns on the taunt of ______. （空格填入與「嘲笑的｜教學補註：aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of taunt is crucial to understanding the argument. （嘲笑的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
taut
緊繃的｜教學補註：pulled or drawn tight
英文釋義：pulled or drawn tight; subjected to great tension; stretched tight
相似詞：tight
相反詞：leaky, loose
派生詞：tautness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：pulled or drawn tight。中文錨點：緊繃的｜教學補註：pulled or drawn tight。GRE tip: "taut" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a taut argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather taut; taut enough to... Sentence frame: Her taut ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「緊繃的｜教學補註：pulled or drawn tight」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Her nerves were taut as the strings of a bow. （緊繃的）
詳細 · 複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
tawdry
adj. 廉價俗豔的
英文釋義：cheap and showing a lack of taste
相似詞：meretricious, gaudy, garish
派生詞：tawdriness n.
用法／搭配：tawdry jewelry 俗豔的首飾
Example · TTS
Tawdry ornaments. （廉價俗豔的）
詳細 · 救命800
taxing
adj. 繁重的，費力的
英文釋義：requiring much time, effort, or careful attention
相似詞：arduous, burdensome, demanding, laborious, onerous
相反詞：easy, effortless, obviate, undemanding
用法／搭配：a taxing job 繁重的工作
Example · TTS
You are taxing my patience. （繁重的，費力的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tease
取笑｜教學補註：someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)
英文釋義：someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity); a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
相似詞：teaser, annoyer, vexer, coquette, flirt, vamp
派生詞：teaser n., teasing n.
用法／搭配：核心義：someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)。中文錨點：取笑｜教學補註：someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)。GRE tip: "tease" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tease of X; a sense / degree / lack of tease; amid / despite tease Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tease of ______. （空格填入與「取笑｜教學補註：someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
She has a way of teasing men with her flirtatious behavior. （取笑）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
technocrat
技術官僚
英文釋義：技術官僚
用法／搭配：沒有謙遜的技術官僚會產出偏差。
Example · TTS
A technocrat without humility ships bias. （技術官僚）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
technophile
科技迷
英文釋義：科技迷
用法／搭配：科技迷過度信任閃亮儀表板。
Example · TTS
Technophiles over-trust shiny dashboards. （科技迷）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
technophobia
科技恐懼
英文釋義：科技恐懼
用法／搭配：科技恐懼會拖慢有用工具採用。
Example · TTS
Technophobia can slow useful tooling adoption. （科技恐懼）
詳細 · GRE3000、紅寶書
tedious
繁重的；冗長乏味的
英文釋義：so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness; ; ; ; ; ; - Edmund Burke; ; - Mark Twain; using or containing too many words
相似詞：boring, deadening, dull, ho-hum, irksome, slow
相反詞：interest, enliven, bright, lively, sharp, sharpen, accelerate, fast
派生詞：tedium n., tediousness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness。中文錨點：繁重的；冗長乏味的。GRE tip: "tedious" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tedious argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tedious; tedious enough to... Sentence frame: Her tedious ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「繁重的；冗長乏味的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Tedious days on the train. （繁重的；冗長乏味的）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、紅寶書
tedium
冗長的；乏味的
英文釋義：the feeling of being bored by something tedious; dullness owing to length or slowness
相似詞：boredom, ennui, tediousness, tiresomeness
派生詞：tedious adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：the feeling of being bored by something tedious。中文錨點：冗長的；乏味的。GRE tip: "tedium" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tedium of X; a sense / degree / lack of tedium; amid / despite tedium Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tedium of ______. （空格填入與「冗長的；乏味的」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tedium is crucial to understanding the argument. （冗長的；乏味的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
teem
充滿｜教學補註：be teeming, be abuzz
英文釋義：be teeming, be abuzz; move in large numbers
相似詞：pullulate, swarm, pour, stream
用法／搭配：核心義：to be teeming, be abuzz。中文錨點：充滿｜教學補註：be teeming, be abuzz。GRE tip: treat "teem" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to teem sth; refuse / choose / begin to teem; the teeming of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to teem ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「充滿｜教學補註：be teeming, be abuzz」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The plaza is teeming with undercover policemen. （充滿）
詳細 · 紅寶書
teeter
搖搖欲墜｜教學補註：a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum
英文釋義：a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum; the board is ridden up and down by children at either end; move unsteadily, with a rocking motion
相似詞：seesaw, teeter-totter, teetertotter, teeterboard, totter
用法／搭配：核心義：a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum。中文錨點：搖搖欲墜｜教學補註：a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum。GRE tip: "teeter" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the teeter of X; a sense / degree / lack of teeter; amid / despite teeter Sentence frame: The debate turns on the teeter of ______. （空格填入與「搖搖欲墜｜教學補註：a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of teeter is crucial to understanding the argument. （搖搖欲墜）
詳細 · 紅寶書
teetotal
滴酒不沾｜教學補註：practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages
英文釋義：practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages; practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
相似詞：dry
相反詞：phlegmy, sweet, wet
派生詞：teetotaller n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages。中文錨點：滴酒不沾｜教學補註：practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages。GRE tip: treat "teetotal" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to teetotal sth; refuse / choose / begin to teetotal; the teetotalling of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to teetotal ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「滴酒不沾｜教學補註：practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
No thank you; I happen to be teetotal. （滴酒不沾）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
telecommute
遠距通勤上班
英文釋義：遠距通勤上班
用法／搭配：遠距團隊仍共用一個 repo 時鐘。
Example · TTS
Telecommute teams still share one repo clock. （遠距通勤上班）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
telegenic
上鏡的
英文釋義：上鏡的
用法／搭配：上鏡圖表仍需要座標軸。
Example · TTS
Telegenic charts still need axes. （上鏡的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
telegraph
電報；電匯暗示
英文釋義：電報；電匯暗示
用法／搭配：在摘要電報式標出不確定。
Example · TTS
Telegraph uncertainty in the abstract. （電報；電匯暗示）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
telemetry
遙測
英文釋義：遙測
用法／搭配：遙測誰在何時改了什麼。
Example · TTS
Keep telemetry on who changed what when. （遙測）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
telephone
電話
英文釋義：電話
用法／搭配：電話訪談需要同意腳本。
Example · TTS
Telephone interviews need consent scripts. （電話）
詳細 · GRE3000、救命800、重要詞
temerity
n. 魯莽｜教學補註：foolhardy disregard of danger
英文釋義：foolhardy disregard of danger; recklessness
相似詞：audacity, brashness, presumption
派生詞：temerarious adj.
用法／搭配：he actually had the temerity to tell her to lose weight 他竟然魯莽地叫她減肥
Example · TTS
In academic English, writers may refer to the he actually had the temerity to tell her to lose weight. （魯莽）
詳細 · 複習詞
tempest
暴雨｜教學補註：a violent commotion or disturbance
英文釋義：a violent commotion or disturbance; (literary) a violent wind
相似詞：storm
派生詞：tempestuous adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a violent commotion or disturbance。中文錨點：暴雨｜教學補註：a violent commotion or disturbance。GRE tip: "tempest" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tempest of X; a sense / degree / lack of tempest; amid / despite tempest Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tempest of ______. （空格填入與「暴雨｜教學補註：a violent commotion or disturbance」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
It was only a tempest in a teapot. （暴雨）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞
tempestuous
突然且劇烈的變化
英文釋義：characterized by violent emotions or behavior; (of the elements) as if showing violent anger
相似詞：stormy, angry, furious, raging, wild
相反詞：calm, unangry, tame
派生詞：tempestuousness n., tempest n.
用法／搭配：核心義：characterized by violent emotions or behavior。中文錨點：突然且劇烈的變化。GRE tip: "tempestuous" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tempestuous argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tempestuous; tempestuous enough to... Sentence frame: Her tempestuous ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「突然且劇烈的變化」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her tempestuous approach to the evidence. （突然且劇烈的變化）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tempo
速度；拍子
英文釋義：(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played; the rate of some repeating event
相似詞：pacing, pace
用法／搭配：核心義：(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played。中文錨點：速度；拍子。GRE tip: "tempo" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tempo of X; a sense / degree / lack of tempo; amid / despite tempo Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tempo of ______. （空格填入與「速度；拍子」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tempo is crucial to understanding the argument. （速度；拍子）
詳細 · 紅寶書
temporal
世俗的｜教學補註：the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or...
英文釋義：the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or action denoted by the verb; not eternal; - F.D.Roosevelt
相似詞：worldly, secular
相反詞：unworldly
用法／搭配：核心義：the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or action denoted by the verb。中文錨點：世俗的｜教學補註：the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or。GRE tip: "temporal" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the temporal of X; a sense / degree / lack of temporal; amid / despite temporal Sentence frame: The debate turns on the temporal of ______. （空格填入與「世俗的｜教學補註：the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Temporal matters of but fleeting moment. （世俗的）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、紅寶書
temporize
行動躲閃以爭取時間
英文釋義：draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time
相似詞：temporise
派生詞：temporizer n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time。中文錨點：行動躲閃以爭取時間。GRE tip: treat "temporize" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to temporize sth; refuse / choose / begin to temporize; the temporizing of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to temporize ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「行動躲閃以爭取時間」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The speaker temporized in order to delay the vote. （行動躲閃以爭取時間）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tenable
站得住腳的
英文釋義：based on sound reasoning or evidence
相似詞：well-founded
派生詞：tenableness n., tenability n.
形近詞：tenuous 稀薄的纖細的膚淺的貧乏的 ｜ tenacious 黏住的，緊握的，堅決的，頑固的，頑強的 = pertinacious ｜ tenable 站得住腳的 ｜ attenuate 削弱
用法／搭配：核心義：based on sound reasoning or evidence。中文錨點：站得住腳的。GRE tip: "tenable" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tenable argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tenable; tenable enough to... Sentence frame: Her tenable ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「站得住腳的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her tenable approach to the evidence. （站得住腳的）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
tenacious
adj. 堅定的，執着的
英文釋義：very determined and do not give up easily
相似詞：pertinacious, resolve, steadfast
相反詞：yielding, irresolute, unretentive, irresoluteness
派生詞：tenaciousness n., tenacity n.
形近詞：tenuous 稀薄的纖細的膚淺的貧乏的 ｜ tenacious 黏住的，緊握的，堅決的，頑固的，頑強的 = pertinacious ｜ tenable 站得住腳的 ｜ attenuate 削弱
用法／搭配：a tenacious advocate of civil rights 公民權利的堅定捍衛者
Example · TTS
A mind not gifted to discover truth but tenacious to hold it. （堅定的，執着的）
詳細 · 填空1300、紅寶書、重要詞
tenacity
韌性；固執
英文釋義：persistent determination
相似詞：doggedness, perseverance, persistence, persistency, tenaciousness, pertinacity
派生詞：tenacious adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：persistent determination。中文錨點：韌性；固執。GRE tip: "tenacity" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tenacity of X; a sense / degree / lack of tenacity; amid / despite tenacity Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tenacity of ______. （空格填入與「韌性；固執」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tenacity is crucial to understanding the argument. （韌性；固執）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
tenant
承租人
英文釋義：承租人
用法／搭配：把理論想成證據之屋的承租人。
Example · TTS
Think of a theory as a tenant in the house of evidence. （承租人）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tend
照料；趨向
英文釋義：have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined; have care of or look after
相似詞：lean, incline, run
相反詞：fat, rich, indispose, idle, malfunction
派生詞：tendency n., tender n., tending n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to have a tendency or disposition to do or be something。中文錨點：照料；趨向。GRE tip: treat "tend" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to tend sth; refuse / choose / begin to tend; the tending of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to tend ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「照料；趨向」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
She tends to be nervous before her lectures. （照料；趨向）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、紅寶書
tendentious
有傾向性的；偏見的
英文釋義：having or marked by a strong tendency especially a controversial one
相似詞：tendencious
派生詞：tendency n., tendentiousness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：having or marked by a strong tendency especially a controversial one。中文錨點：有傾向性的；偏見的。GRE tip: "tendentious" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tendentious argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tendentious; tendentious enough to... Sentence frame: Her tendentious ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「有傾向性的；偏見的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Distinguishing between verifiable fact and tendentious assertion. （有傾向性的；偏見的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tenet
教義｜教學補註：a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof
英文釋義：a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof
相似詞：dogma
用法／搭配：核心義：a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof。中文錨點：教義｜教學補註：a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof。GRE tip: "tenet" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tenet of X; a sense / degree / lack of tenet; amid / despite tenet Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tenet of ______. （空格填入與「教義｜教學補註：a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tenet is crucial to understanding the argument. （教義）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tensile
有張力的｜教學補註：of or relating to tension
英文釋義：of or relating to tension; capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out
相似詞：ductile, malleable, pliable, pliant, tractile
相反詞：rigid, inflexible
用法／搭配：核心義：of or relating to tension。中文錨點：有張力的｜教學補註：of or relating to tension。GRE tip: "tensile" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tensile argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tensile; tensile enough to... Sentence frame: Her tensile ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「有張力的｜教學補註：of or relating to tension」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Made of highly tensile steel alloy. （有張力的）
詳細 · 救命800、重要詞
tentative
adj. 暫時的，初步的
英文釋義：not fully worked out or developed
相似詞：conditional, provisional, temporary
相反詞：unconditional, permanent
用法／搭配：tentative conclusions 初步結論
Example · TTS
Drew a few tentative conclusions. （暫時的，初步的）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
tenuous
adj. 脆弱的，站不住腳的
英文釋義：weak, uncertain
相似詞：flimsy, fragile, slight, thin
相反詞：strong, substantial
派生詞：tenuity n.
形近詞：tenuous 稀薄的纖細的膚淺的貧乏的 ｜ tenacious 黏住的，緊握的，堅決的，頑固的，頑強的 = pertinacious ｜ tenable 站得住腳的 ｜ attenuate 削弱
用法／搭配：a tenuous point 站不住腳的論點
Example · TTS
A tenuous argument. （脆弱的，站不住腳的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tenure
終身職位｜教學補註：the term during which some position is held
英文釋義：the term during which some position is held; the right to hold property; part of an ancient hierarchical system of holding lands
相似詞：incumbency
用法／搭配：核心義：the term during which some position is held。中文錨點：終身職位｜教學補註：the term during which some position is held。GRE tip: "tenure" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tenure of X; a sense / degree / lack of tenure; amid / despite tenure Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tenure of ______. （空格填入與「終身職位｜教學補註：the term during which some position is held」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
She was tenured after she published her book. （終身職位）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
tepid
adj. 不熱情的｜教學補註：showing little or no interest or enthusiasm
英文釋義：showing little or no interest or enthusiasm
相似詞：lukewarm, half-hearted
派生詞：tepidness n., tepidity n.
用法／搭配：a tepid response 冷漠的回應
Example · TTS
Tepid bath water. （不熱情的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
termite
白蟻｜教學補註：whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood
英文釋義：whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood
用法／搭配：核心義：whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood。中文錨點：白蟻｜教學補註：whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood。GRE tip: "termite" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the termite of X; a sense / degree / lack of termite; amid / despite termite Sentence frame: The debate turns on the termite of ______. （空格填入與「白蟻｜教學補註：whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of termite is crucial to understanding the argument. （白蟻）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、紅寶書
terrestrial
地球的；陸地的
英文釋義：of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air; of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth or its inhabitants; - L.C.Eiseley
相似詞：tellurian, telluric, terrene, planetary, mundane, sublunar
相反詞：amphibious, aquatic
用法／搭配：核心義：of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air。中文錨點：地球的；陸地的。GRE tip: "terrestrial" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a terrestrial argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather terrestrial; terrestrial enough to... Sentence frame: Her terrestrial ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「地球的；陸地的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The nearest to an angelic being that treads this terrestrial ball. （地球的；陸地的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
territorial
領地的｜教學補註：nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit
英文釋義：nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit; a territorial military unit
相反詞：extraterritorial, nonterritorial
派生詞：territory n., territoriality n.
用法／搭配：核心義：nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit。中文錨點：領地的｜教學補註：nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit。GRE tip: "territorial" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the territorial of X; a sense / degree / lack of territorial; amid / despite territorial Sentence frame: The debate turns on the territorial of ______. （空格填入與「領地的｜教學補註：nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The territorial government of the Virgin Islands. （領地的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
terrorize
使恐懼｜教學補註：coerce by violence or with threats
英文釋義：coerce by violence or with threats; fill with terror; frighten greatly
相似詞：terrorise, terrify
派生詞：terrorization n., terror n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to coerce by violence or with threats。中文錨點：使恐懼｜教學補註：coerce by violence or with threats。GRE tip: treat "terrorize" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to terrorize sth; refuse / choose / begin to terrorize; the terrorizing of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to terrorize ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「使恐懼｜教學補註：coerce by violence or with threats」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
In the end, they chose to terrorize what they had once defended. （使恐懼）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
terse
簡潔的｜教學補註：brief and to the point
英文釋義：brief and to the point; effectively cut short
相似詞：crisp, curt, laconic
相反詞：verbose, wordy
派生詞：terseness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：brief and to the point。中文錨點：簡潔的｜教學補註：brief and to the point。GRE tip: "terse" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a terse argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather terse; terse enough to... Sentence frame: Her terse ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「簡潔的｜教學補註：brief and to the point」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Short and terse and easy to understand. （簡潔的）
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test
試驗
英文釋義：試驗
用法／搭配：先檢驗預註冊假說。
Example · TTS
Test preregistered hypotheses first. （試驗）
詳細 · 紅寶書
testimony
證詞｜教學補註：a solemn statement made under oath
英文釋義：a solemn statement made under oath; an assertion offering firsthand authentication of a fact
相似詞：testimonial
派生詞：testimonial adj., testify v.
用法／搭配：核心義：a solemn statement made under oath。中文錨點：證詞｜教學補註：a solemn statement made under oath。GRE tip: "testimony" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the testimony of X; a sense / degree / lack of testimony; amid / despite testimony Sentence frame: The debate turns on the testimony of ______. （空格填入與「證詞｜教學補註：a solemn statement made under oath」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
According to his own testimony he can't do it. （證詞）
詳細 · 救命800、紅寶書
testy
adj. 易怒的，暴躁的
英文釋義：easily annoyed
相似詞：choleric, irascible, irritable
相反詞：calm, placid
派生詞：testiness n.
用法／搭配：get testy in one’s old age 上了年紀變得暴躁
Example · TTS
Consider this case: get testy in one’s old age. （易怒的，暴躁的）
詳細 · 重要詞
tetonic
圖騰的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad...
英文釋義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English
用法／搭配：核心義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English。中文錨點：圖騰的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad。GRE tip: "tetonic" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tetonic of X; a sense / degree / lack of tetonic; amid / despite tetonic Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tetonic of ______. （空格填入與「圖騰的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tetonic is crucial to understanding the argument. （圖騰的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thatch
茅草蓋房｜教學補註：hair resembling thatched roofing material
英文釋義：hair resembling thatched roofing material; plant stalks used as roofing material
相似詞：Teach, Blackbeard
派生詞：thatcher n.
用法／搭配：核心義：hair resembling thatched roofing material。中文錨點：茅草蓋房｜教學補註：hair resembling thatched roofing material。GRE tip: "thatch" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the thatch of X; a sense / degree / lack of thatch; amid / despite thatch Sentence frame: The debate turns on the thatch of ______. （空格填入與「茅草蓋房｜教學補註：hair resembling thatched roofing material」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Thatch the roofs. （茅草蓋房）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thaw
解凍｜教學補註：the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid
英文釋義：the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid; warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt
相似詞：melt, thawing, melting, warming, dissolve, unfreeze
相反詞：block, freeze
派生詞：thawing n.
用法／搭配：核心義：the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid。中文錨點：解凍｜教學補註：the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid。GRE tip: "thaw" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the thaw of X; a sense / degree / lack of thaw; amid / despite thaw Sentence frame: The debate turns on the thaw of ______. （空格填入與「解凍｜教學補註：the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The thaw between the United States and Russia has led to increased cooperation in world affairs. （解凍）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thematic
主題的｜教學補註：relating to or constituting a topic of discourse
英文釋義：relating to or constituting a topic of discourse; of or relating to a melodic subject
相反詞：unthematic
派生詞：theme n.
用法／搭配：核心義：relating to or constituting a topic of discourse。中文錨點：主題的｜教學補註：relating to or constituting a topic of discourse。GRE tip: "thematic" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a thematic argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather thematic; thematic enough to... Sentence frame: Her thematic ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「主題的｜教學補註：relating to or constituting a topic of discourse」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her thematic approach to the evidence. （主題的）
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theology
神學
英文釋義：神學
用法／搭配：別把神學帶進 p 值崇拜。
Example · TTS
Keep theology out of p-value worship. （神學）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thermal
熱的｜教學補註：rising current of warm air
英文釋義：rising current of warm air; relating to or associated with heat
相似詞：thermic, caloric
相反詞：nonthermal
用法／搭配：核心義：rising current of warm air。中文錨點：熱的｜教學補註：rising current of warm air。GRE tip: "thermal" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the thermal of X; a sense / degree / lack of thermal; amid / despite thermal Sentence frame: The debate turns on the thermal of ______. （空格填入與「熱的｜教學補註：rising current of warm air」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Thermal movements of molecules. （熱的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thespian
戲劇的｜教學補註：a theatrical performer
英文釋義：a theatrical performer; of or relating to drama
相似詞：actor, histrion, player
用法／搭配：核心義：a theatrical performer。中文錨點：戲劇的｜教學補註：a theatrical performer。GRE tip: "thespian" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the thespian of X; a sense / degree / lack of thespian; amid / despite thespian Sentence frame: The debate turns on the thespian of ______. （空格填入與「戲劇的｜教學補註：a theatrical performer」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The movie director had thespian cooperation. （戲劇的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thorny
多刺的｜教學補註：bristling with perplexities
英文釋義：bristling with perplexities; having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc.
相似詞：barbed, barbellate, briary, briery, bristled, bristly
派生詞：thorniness n., thorn n.
用法／搭配：核心義：bristling with perplexities。中文錨點：多刺的｜教學補註：bristling with perplexities。GRE tip: "thorny" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a thorny argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather thorny; thorny enough to... Sentence frame: Her thorny ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「多刺的｜教學補註：bristling with perplexities」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The thorny question of states' rights. （多刺的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thrash
打鼓｜教學補註：a swimming kick used while treading water
英文釋義：a swimming kick used while treading water; give a thrashing to; beat hard
相似詞：thresh, lam, flail, convulse, slash, toss
派生詞：thrashing n., thrasher n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a swimming kick used while treading water。中文錨點：打鼓｜教學補註：a swimming kick used while treading water。GRE tip: "thrash" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the thrash of X; a sense / degree / lack of thrash; amid / despite thrash Sentence frame: The debate turns on the thrash of ______. （空格填入與「打鼓｜教學補註：a swimming kick used while treading water」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The system is thrashing again! （打鼓）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
threadbare
陳腐的；磨破的
英文釋義：repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse; having the nap worn away so that the threads show through
相似詞：banal, commonplace, hackneyed, old-hat, shopworn, stock
相反詞：original, fresh
用法／搭配：核心義：repeated too often。中文錨點：陳腐的；磨破的。GRE tip: "threadbare" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a threadbare argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather threadbare; threadbare enough to... Sentence frame: Her threadbare ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「陳腐的；磨破的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Repeating threadbare jokes. （陳腐的；磨破的）
詳細 · GRE3000
threadbear
衣衫襤褸的
英文釋義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English
用法／搭配：核心義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English。中文錨點：衣衫襤褸的。GRE tip: "threadbear" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the threadbear of X; a sense / degree / lack of threadbear; amid / despite threadbear Sentence frame: The debate turns on the threadbear of ______. （空格填入與「衣衫襤褸的」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of threadbear is crucial to understanding the argument. （衣衫襤褸的）
詳細 · 救命800
threshold
n. 臨界點｜教學補註：the place or point of happening or changing
英文釋義：the place or point of happening or changing
相似詞：commencement, onset, turning point
相反詞：end, finish, middle, unbend
用法／搭配：a high threshold for pain 很高的痛點
Example · TTS
On the threshold of manhood. （臨界點）
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thrifty
節約的
英文釋義：節約的
用法／搭配：考意錨點：節約的
Example · TTS
On the exam, thrifty most nearly means a sense of "節約的". （節約的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thrive
繁榮｜教學補註：grow vigorously
英文釋義：grow vigorously; make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
相似詞：boom, flourish, expand, prosper
相反詞：contract
用法／搭配：核心義：to grow vigorously。中文錨點：繁榮｜教學補註：grow vigorously。GRE tip: treat "thrive" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to thrive sth; refuse / choose / begin to thrive; the thriving of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to thrive ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「繁榮｜教學補註：grow vigorously」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The deer population in this town is thriving. （繁榮）
詳細 · 紅寶書
throng
多刺的｜教學補註：a large gathering of people
英文釋義：a large gathering of people; press tightly together or cram
相似詞：multitude, concourse, mob, pack, pile, jam
相反詞：unpack, free
用法／搭配：核心義：a large gathering of people。中文錨點：多刺的｜教學補註：a large gathering of people。GRE tip: "throng" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the throng of X; a sense / degree / lack of throng; amid / despite throng Sentence frame: The debate turns on the throng of ______. （空格填入與「多刺的｜教學補註：a large gathering of people」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of throng is crucial to understanding the argument. （多刺的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
thwart
阻礙；挫敗
英文釋義：a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat; hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
相似詞：queer, spoil, scotch, foil, cross, frustrate
相反詞：uncross
派生詞：thwarter n., thwarting n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat。中文錨點：阻礙；挫敗。GRE tip: "thwart" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the thwart of X; a sense / degree / lack of thwart; amid / despite thwart Sentence frame: The debate turns on the thwart of ______. （空格填入與「阻礙；挫敗」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of thwart is crucial to understanding the argument. （阻礙；挫敗）
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ticket
罰單
英文釋義：罰單
用法／搭配：GRE 提示：ticket 約「罰單」——抓住語氣。
Example · TTS
GRE tip: ticket ~ 罰單; keep the tone straight. （罰單）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
tide
潮汐
英文釋義：潮汐
用法／搭配：跟著資料鎖定潮汐發表，不是炒作。
Example · TTS
Publish with the tide of the data lock, not hype. （潮汐）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b02 補錄
tidy
整齊
英文釋義：整齊
用法／搭配：GRE 提示：tidy 約「整齊」——抓住語氣。
Example · TTS
GRE tip: tidy ~ 整齊; keep the tone straight. （整齊）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tiff
口角｜教學補註：a quarrel about petty points
英文釋義：a quarrel about petty points
相似詞：bicker, bickering, spat, squabble, pettifoggery, fuss
相反詞：boo
用法／搭配：核心義：a quarrel about petty points。中文錨點：口角｜教學補註：a quarrel about petty points。GRE tip: "tiff" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tiff of X; a sense / degree / lack of tiff; amid / despite tiff Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tiff of ______. （空格填入與「口角｜教學補註：a quarrel about petty points」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tiff is crucial to understanding the argument. （口角）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tightfisted
吝嗇的｜教學補註：unwilling to part with money
英文釋義：unwilling to part with money
相似詞：closefisted, hardfisted
派生詞：tightfistedness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：unwilling to part with money。中文錨點：吝嗇的｜教學補註：unwilling to part with money。GRE tip: "tightfisted" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tightfisted argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tightfisted; tightfisted enough to... Sentence frame: Her tightfisted ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「吝嗇的｜教學補註：unwilling to part with money」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her tightfisted approach to the evidence. （吝嗇的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tilt
傾斜的｜教學補註：a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted ...
英文釋義：a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances; a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
相似詞：joust, controversy, contention, contestation, disputation, disceptation
相反詞：cooperation
派生詞：tilter n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances。中文錨點：傾斜的｜教學補註：a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted。GRE tip: "tilt" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tilt of X; a sense / degree / lack of tilt; amid / despite tilt Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tilt of ______. （空格填入與「傾斜的｜教學補註：a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The court's tilt toward conservative rulings. （傾斜的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
timbre
音色｜教學補註：(music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musi...
英文釋義：(music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound)
相似詞：timber, quality, tone
相反詞：atonicity
用法／搭配：核心義：(music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound)。中文錨點：音色｜教學補註：(music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musi。GRE tip: "timbre" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the timbre of X; a sense / degree / lack of timbre; amid / despite timbre Sentence frame: The debate turns on the timbre of ______. （空格填入與「音色｜教學補註：(music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musi」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The timbre of her soprano was rich and lovely. （音色）
詳細 · 救命800
timely
adj. 合乎時宜的
英文釋義：appropriate to the times or the occasion
相似詞：opportune, well-timed
相反詞：inopportune
派生詞：timeliness n., time n.
用法／搭配：timely invitation 合乎時宜的邀請
Example · TTS
With timely treatment the patient has a good chance of recovery. （合乎時宜的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
timeworn
陳舊的｜教學補註：repeated too often
英文釋義：repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
相似詞：banal, commonplace, hackneyed, old-hat, shopworn, stock
相反詞：original, fresh
形近詞：careworn 憔悴的 ｜ timeworn 陳舊的陳腐的 ｜ shopworn 陳舊的陳腐的
用法／搭配：核心義：repeated too often。中文錨點：陳舊的｜教學補註：repeated too often。GRE tip: "timeworn" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a timeworn argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather timeworn; timeworn enough to... Sentence frame: Her timeworn ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「陳舊的｜教學補註：repeated too often」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Parroting some timeworn axiom. （陳舊的）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
timid
靦腆的；害羞的
英文釋義：people who are fearful and cautious; showing fear and lack of confidence
相似詞：cautious, diffident, shy, unsure, faint, fainthearted
相反詞：bold, brave, confident
派生詞：timidness n., timidity n.
用法／搭配：核心義：people who are fearful and cautious。中文錨點：靦腆的；害羞的。GRE tip: "timid" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the timid of X; a sense / degree / lack of timid; amid / despite timid Sentence frame: The debate turns on the timid of ______. （空格填入與「靦腆的；害羞的」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Problems that call for bold not timid responses. （靦腆的；害羞的）
詳細 · 複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
timorous
adj. 膽小的｜教學補註：lacking in courage or self-confidence
英文釋義：lacking in courage or self-confidence
相似詞：diffident, timid, skittish
相反詞：bold, courageous, confident, brave
派生詞：timorousness n.
用法／搭配：be as timorous as a rabbit 像兔子一樣膽小
Example · TTS
Timorous little mouse. （膽小的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tinder
火絨｜教學補註：material for starting a fire
英文釋義：material for starting a fire
相似詞：kindling, touchwood, spunk, punk
用法／搭配：核心義：material for starting a fire。中文錨點：火絨｜教學補註：material for starting a fire。GRE tip: "tinder" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tinder of X; a sense / degree / lack of tinder; amid / despite tinder Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tinder of ______. （空格填入與「火絨｜教學補註：material for starting a fire」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tinder is crucial to understanding the argument. （火絨）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tined
尖端的｜教學補註：plate with tin
英文釋義：plate with tin; preserve in a can or tin
相似詞：tin, can, pronged
相反詞：hire
用法／搭配：核心義：to plate with tin。中文錨點：尖端的｜教學補註：plate with tin。GRE tip: treat "tined" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to tined sth; refuse / choose / begin to tined; the tinedding of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to tined ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「尖端的｜教學補註：plate with tin」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
A three-tined fork. （尖端的）
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tinyshop
小店
英文釋義：小店
用法／搭配：考意錨點：小店
Example · TTS
On the exam, tinyshop most nearly means a sense of "小店". （小店）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tirade
長篇抨擊性演講
英文釋義：a speech of violent denunciation
相似詞：philippic, broadside
相反詞：eulogy, encomium
用法／搭配：核心義：a speech of violent denunciation。中文錨點：長篇抨擊性演講。GRE tip: "tirade" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tirade of X; a sense / degree / lack of tirade; amid / despite tirade Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tirade of ______. （空格填入與「長篇抨擊性演講」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tirade is crucial to understanding the argument. （長篇抨擊性演講）
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tireless
不倦的
英文釋義：不倦的
用法／搭配：考意錨點：不倦的
Example · TTS
On the exam, tireless most nearly means a sense of "不倦的". （不倦的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b02 補錄
title
頭銜
英文釋義：頭銜
用法／搭配：考意錨點：頭銜
Example · TTS
On the exam, title most nearly means a sense of "頭銜". （頭銜）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
titular
名義上的；有名無實的
英文釋義：of or relating to a legal title to something; of or bearing a title signifying status or function
相似詞：titulary, nominal
相反詞：real
派生詞：title n.
用法／搭配：核心義：of or relating to a legal title to something。中文錨點：名義上的；有名無實的。GRE tip: "titular" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a titular argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather titular; titular enough to... Sentence frame: Her titular ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「名義上的；有名無實的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Performed well in the titular (or title) role. （名義上的；有名無實的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
to-do
騷亂｜教學補註：a disorderly outburst or tumult
英文釋義：a disorderly outburst or tumult
相似詞：disturbance, disruption, commotion, flutter, hoo-ha, hoo-hah
用法／搭配：核心義：a disorderly outburst or tumult。中文錨點：騷亂｜教學補註：a disorderly outburst or tumult。GRE tip: "to-do" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the to-do of X; a sense / degree / lack of to-do; amid / despite to-do Sentence frame: The debate turns on the to-do of ______. （空格填入與「騷亂｜教學補註：a disorderly outburst or tumult」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of to-do is crucial to understanding the argument. （騷亂）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
toady
拍馬屁；諂媚
英文釋義：a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage; try to gain favor by cringing or flattering
相似詞：sycophant, crawler, lackey, ass-kisser, fawn, truckle
相反詞：critic, detractor, insult, defy
用法／搭配：核心義：a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage。中文錨點：拍馬屁；諂媚。GRE tip: "toady" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the toady of X; a sense / degree / lack of toady; amid / despite toady Sentence frame: The debate turns on the toady of ______. （空格填入與「拍馬屁；諂媚」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
No one wanted to be labeled a toady in that debate. （拍馬屁；諂媚）
詳細 · 紅寶書
toil
苦幹｜教學補註：productive work (especially physical work done for wages)
英文釋義：productive work (especially physical work done for wages); work hard
相似詞：labor, labour, fag, travail, grind, drudge
相反詞：refresh
派生詞：toiler n.
用法／搭配：核心義：productive work (especially physical work done for wages)。中文錨點：苦幹｜教學補註：productive work (especially physical work done for wages)。GRE tip: "toil" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the toil of X; a sense / degree / lack of toil; amid / despite toil Sentence frame: The debate turns on the toil of ______. （空格填入與「苦幹｜教學補註：productive work (especially physical work done for wages)」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of toil is crucial to understanding the argument. （苦幹）
詳細 · 紅寶書
toll
通行費｜教學補註：a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)
英文釋義：a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance); value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something
相似詞：price, cost, bell
派生詞：toller n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)。中文錨點：通行費｜教學補註：a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)。GRE tip: "toll" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the toll of X; a sense / degree / lack of toll; amid / despite toll Sentence frame: The debate turns on the toll of ______. （空格填入與「通行費｜教學補註：a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
She heard the distant toll of church bells. （通行費）
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tombstone
墓碑結案
英文釋義：墓碑結案
用法／搭配：考意錨點：墓碑結案
Example · TTS
On the exam, tombstone most nearly means a sense of "墓碑結案". （墓碑結案）
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tomorrow
明天
英文釋義：明天
用法／搭配：考意錨點：明天
Example · TTS
On the exam, tomorrow most nearly means a sense of "明天". （明天）
詳細 · 紅寶書
toothsome
美味的｜教學補註：acceptable to the taste or mind
英文釋義：acceptable to the taste or mind; extremely pleasing to the sense of taste
相似詞：palatable, delectable, delicious, luscious, pleasant-tasting, scrumptious
相反詞：unpalatable
派生詞：toothsomeness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：acceptable to the taste or mind。中文錨點：美味的｜教學補註：acceptable to the taste or mind。GRE tip: "toothsome" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a toothsome argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather toothsome; toothsome enough to... Sentence frame: Her toothsome ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「美味的｜教學補註：acceptable to the taste or mind」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A toothsome blonde in a tight dress. （美味的）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、紅寶書
topple
傾倒；坍塌
英文釋義：fall down, as if collapsing; cause to topple or tumble by pushing
相似詞：tumble, tip
用法／搭配：核心義：to fall down, as if collapsing。中文錨點：傾倒；坍塌。GRE tip: treat "topple" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to topple sth; refuse / choose / begin to topple; the toppling of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to topple ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「傾倒；坍塌」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
In the end, they chose to topple what they had once defended. （傾倒；坍塌）
詳細 · 救命800
topsy
adj. 混亂的｜教學補註：lacking in order
英文釋義：lacking in order
相似詞：willy-nilly, chaotic, tumultuous, higgledy-piggledy, unkempt
用法／搭配：a topsy-turvy room 混亂的房間
Example · TTS
It was a topsy-turvy room. （混亂的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
topsy-turvy
混亂的｜教學補註：in utter disorder
英文釋義：in utter disorder; in a disordered manner
相似詞：disorderly, higgledy-piggledy, hugger-mugger, jumbled, topsy-turvily
相反詞：orderly
派生詞：topsy-turvyness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：in utter disorder。中文錨點：混亂的｜教學補註：in utter disorder。GRE tip: "topsy-turvy" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a topsy-turvy argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather topsy-turvy; topsy-turvy enough to... Sentence frame: Her topsy-turvy ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「混亂的｜教學補註：in utter disorder」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her topsy-turvy approach to the evidence. （混亂的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
torment
折磨；苦惱
英文釋義：折磨；苦惱
用法／搭配：疑慮持續折磨研究人員。
Example · TTS
Doubt continued to torment the researchers. （折磨；苦惱）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、紅寶書
torpid
遲鈍的；懶散的；麻木的
英文釋義：slow and apathetic; in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation
相似詞：inert, sluggish, soggy, dormant, hibernating
相反詞：active, dynamic, awakened, aestivate, estivate
派生詞：torpidness n., torpidity n.
形近詞：torpor n.懶散遲鈍 ｜ torpid 懶散的麻木的 ｜ turbid 渾濁的混亂的 ｜ turgid 浮誇的浮腫的
用法／搭配：核心義：slow and apathetic。中文錨點：遲鈍的；懶散的；麻木的。GRE tip: "torpid" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a torpid argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather torpid; torpid enough to... Sentence frame: Her torpid ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「遲鈍的；懶散的；麻木的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A mind grown torpid in old age. （遲鈍的；懶散的；麻木的）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
torpor
n. 麻木，遲鈍
英文釋義：physical or mental inactivity
相似詞：inertness, lassitude
相反詞：energy, vitality
派生詞：torpid adj. 遲鈍的，不活躍的
形近詞：torpor n.懶散遲鈍 ｜ torpid 懶散的麻木的 ｜ turbid 渾濁的混亂的 ｜ turgid 浮誇的浮腫的
用法／搭配：a state of torpor 萎靡不振
Example · TTS
He fell into a deep torpor. （麻木，遲鈍）
詳細 · 紅寶書
torrent
激流｜教學補註：a heavy rain
英文釋義：a heavy rain; a violently fast stream of water (or other liquid)
相似詞：downpour, cloudburst, deluge, waterspout, pelter, soaker
派生詞：torrential adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a heavy rain。中文錨點：激流｜教學補註：a heavy rain。GRE tip: "torrent" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the torrent of X; a sense / degree / lack of torrent; amid / despite torrent Sentence frame: The debate turns on the torrent of ______. （空格填入與「激流｜教學補註：a heavy rain」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The houses were swept away in the torrent. （激流）
詳細 · GRE3000、複習詞
torrid
熱情的；酷熱的
英文釋義：characterized by intense emotion; emotionally charged and vigorously energetic
相似詞：ardent, fervent, fervid, fiery, impassioned, perfervid
派生詞：torridity n.
用法／搭配：核心義：characterized by intense emotion。中文錨點：熱情的；酷熱的。GRE tip: "torrid" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a torrid argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather torrid; torrid enough to... Sentence frame: Her torrid ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「熱情的；酷熱的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Hot trumpets and torrid rhythms. （熱情的；酷熱的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tortuous
蜿蜒的｜教學補註：highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious
英文釋義：highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; - Sir Walter Scott; marked by repeated turns and bends
相似詞：Byzantine, convoluted, involved, knotty, tangled, twisting
相反詞：direct, straightforward
派生詞：tortuousness n., tortuosity n.
形近詞：torture 折磨，彎曲 ｜ torturous 折磨人的 ｜ tortuous 彎曲的，內容拐彎抹角的，複雜的
用法／搭配：核心義：highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious。中文錨點：蜿蜒的｜教學補註：highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious。GRE tip: "tortuous" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tortuous argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tortuous; tortuous enough to... Sentence frame: Her tortuous ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「蜿蜒的｜教學補註：highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Tortuous negotiations lasting for months. （蜿蜒的）
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total
總體的
英文釋義：總體的
用法／搭配：總效應仍需要假設。
Example · TTS
Total effects still need assumptions. （總體的）
詳細 · 填空1300
totemic
圖騰的｜教學補註：relating to totemism
英文釋義：relating to totemism
派生詞：totemism n., totem n.
用法／搭配：核心義：relating to totemism。中文錨點：圖騰的｜教學補註：relating to totemism。GRE tip: "totemic" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a totemic argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather totemic; totemic enough to... Sentence frame: Her totemic ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「圖騰的｜教學補註：relating to totemism」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Totemic object. （圖騰的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
touchy
敏感的｜教學補註：quick to take offense
英文釋義：quick to take offense; difficult to handle; requiring great tact
相似詞：huffy, thin-skinned, feisty, delicate, ticklish
相反詞：rugged
派生詞：touchiness n.
用法／搭配：核心義：quick to take offense。中文錨點：敏感的｜教學補註：quick to take offense。GRE tip: "touchy" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a touchy argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather touchy; touchy enough to... Sentence frame: Her touchy ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「敏感的｜教學補註：quick to take offense」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A touchy subject. （敏感的）
詳細 · GRE3000、填空1300、複習詞、紅寶書
tout
極力讚揚｜教學補註：someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit
英文釋義：someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit; someone who advertises for customers in an especially brazen way
相似詞：touter, tipster, boast, swash, brag, gas
派生詞：touter n.
形近詞：bout n.一陣 ｜ flout 蔑視 ｜ tout 吹噓兜售 ｜ spout 噴出=spew，喋喋不休的說
用法／搭配：核心義：someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit。中文錨點：極力讚揚｜教學補註：someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit。GRE tip: "tout" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tout of X; a sense / degree / lack of tout; amid / despite tout Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tout of ______. （空格填入與「極力讚揚｜教學補註：someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
This product was touted as a revolutionary invention. （極力讚揚）
詳細 · 紅寶書
toxin
毒素｜教學補註：a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain mi...
英文釋義：a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain microorganisms and some higher plant and animal species
派生詞：toxic adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain microorganisms and some higher plant and a...。中文錨點：毒素｜教學補註：a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain mi。GRE tip: "toxin" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the toxin of X; a sense / degree / lack of toxin; amid / despite toxin Sentence frame: The debate turns on the toxin of ______. （空格填入與「毒素｜教學補註：a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain mi」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of toxin is crucial to understanding the argument. （毒素）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
tractable
易駕馭的；溫順的；易處理的
英文釋義：易駕馭的；溫順的；易處理的
用法／搭配：定義術語後，問題顯得更好處理。
Example · TTS
The problem looks more tractable after we define terms. （易駕馭的；溫順的；易處理的）
詳細 · 重要詞
traction
牽引｜教學補註：the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an ...
英文釋義：the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road); (orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing
相似詞：grip
用法／搭配：核心義：the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)。中文錨點：牽引｜教學補註：the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an。GRE tip: "traction" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the traction of X; a sense / degree / lack of traction; amid / despite traction Sentence frame: The debate turns on the traction of ______. （空格填入與「牽引｜教學補註：the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
His leg was in traction for several days. （牽引）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
train
訓練；火車
英文釋義：訓練；火車
用法／搭配：用金標準訓練標註者。
Example · TTS
Train annotators with gold standards. （訓練；火車）
詳細 · 紅寶書
traipse
疲憊的走｜教學補註：walk or tramp about
英文釋義：walk or tramp about
相似詞：shlep
用法／搭配：核心義：to walk or tramp about。中文錨點：疲憊的走｜教學補註：walk or tramp about。GRE tip: treat "traipse" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to traipse sth; refuse / choose / begin to traipse; the traipsing of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to traipse ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「疲憊的走｜教學補註：walk or tramp about」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
In the end, they chose to traipse what they had once defended. （疲憊的走）
詳細 · 紅寶書
traitor
叛徒｜教學補註：someone who betrays his country by committing treason
英文釋義：someone who betrays his country by committing treason; a person who says one thing and does another
相似詞：treasonist, double-crosser, double-dealer, two-timer, betrayer
派生詞：traitorous adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：someone who betrays his country by committing treason。中文錨點：叛徒｜教學補註：someone who betrays his country by committing treason。GRE tip: "traitor" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the traitor of X; a sense / degree / lack of traitor; amid / despite traitor Sentence frame: The debate turns on the traitor of ______. （空格填入與「叛徒｜教學補註：someone who betrays his country by committing treason」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
No one wanted to be labeled a traitor in that debate. （叛徒）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
trajectory
軌道；軌跡
英文釋義：軌道；軌跡
用法／搭配：職涯軌跡不是命運。
Example · TTS
Career trajectory is not destiny. （軌道；軌跡）
詳細 · 重要詞
trammel
限制｜教學補註：a fishing net with three layers
英文釋義：a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh; an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
相似詞：shackle, bond, hamper, trap, entrap, snare
用法／搭配：核心義：a fishing net with three layers。中文錨點：限制｜教學補註：a fishing net with three layers。GRE tip: "trammel" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trammel of X; a sense / degree / lack of trammel; amid / despite trammel Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trammel of ______. （空格填入與「限制｜教學補註：a fishing net with three layers」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of trammel is crucial to understanding the argument. （限制）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
trample
踐踏｜教學補註：the sound of heavy treading or stomping
英文釋義：the sound of heavy treading or stomping; tread or stomp heavily or roughly
相似詞：trampling, tread
派生詞：trampler n., trampling n.
用法／搭配：核心義：the sound of heavy treading or stomping。中文錨點：踐踏｜教學補註：the sound of heavy treading or stomping。GRE tip: "trample" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trample of X; a sense / degree / lack of trample; amid / despite trample Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trample of ______. （空格填入與「踐踏｜教學補註：the sound of heavy treading or stomping」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The passerby was trampled by an elephant. （踐踏）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tranquil
寧靜的；安靜的
英文釋義：(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves; not agitated; without losing self-possession
相似詞：placid, quiet, still, smooth, unruffled, calm
相反詞：active, agitate, louden, noisy, sound, unquiet, unquietly, moving
派生詞：tranquility n., tranquillity n.
用法／搭配：核心義：(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves。中文錨點：寧靜的；安靜的。GRE tip: "tranquil" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tranquil argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tranquil; tranquil enough to... Sentence frame: Her tranquil ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「寧靜的；安靜的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky. （寧靜的；安靜的）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
tranquility
寧靜｜教學補註：a disposition free from stress or emotion
英文釋義：a disposition free from stress or emotion; an untroubled state; free from disturbances
相似詞：repose, quiet, placidity, serenity, tranquillity, quietness
相反詞：active, agitate, louden, noisy, sound, unquiet, unquietly
派生詞：tranquil adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a disposition free from stress or emotion。中文錨點：寧靜｜教學補註：a disposition free from stress or emotion。GRE tip: "tranquility" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tranquility of X; a sense / degree / lack of tranquility; amid / despite tranquility Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tranquility of ______. （空格填入與「寧靜｜教學補註：a disposition free from stress or emotion」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tranquility is crucial to understanding the argument. （寧靜）
詳細 · 紅寶書
transcend
超越；戰勝
英文釋義：be greater in scope or size than some standard; be superior or better than some standard
相似詞：exceed, surpass, overstep, pass, top
相反詞：be born, fail, failing, running, bottom, side
派生詞：transcendent adj., transcendence n., transcendency n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to be greater in scope or size than some standard。中文錨點：超越；戰勝。GRE tip: treat "transcend" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to transcend sth; refuse / choose / begin to transcend; the transcending of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to transcend ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「超越；戰勝」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
In the end, they chose to transcend what they had once defended. （超越；戰勝）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
transcribe
謄寫｜教學補註：write out from speech, notes, etc.
英文釋義：write out from speech, notes, etc.; rewrite in a different script
相似詞：transliterate
派生詞：transcription n., transcriber n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to write out from speech, notes, etc.。中文錨點：謄寫｜教學補註：write out from speech, notes, etc。GRE tip: treat "transcribe" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to transcribe sth; refuse / choose / begin to transcribe; the transcribing of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to transcribe ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「謄寫｜教學補註：write out from speech, notes, etc」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The anthropologist transcribed the sentences of the native informant. （謄寫）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
transfer
轉移；調動
英文釋義：轉移；調動
用法／搭配：未追因就不要轉移責難。
Example · TTS
Do not transfer blame without tracing the cause. （轉移；調動）
詳細 · 紅寶書
transfigure
改變容貌｜教學補註：elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration
英文釋義：elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration; change completely the nature or appearance of
相似詞：glorify, spiritualize, metamorphose, transmogrify
相反詞：literalize
派生詞：Transfiguration n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration。中文錨點：改變容貌｜教學補註：elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration。GRE tip: treat "transfigure" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to transfigure sth; refuse / choose / begin to transfigure; the transfiguring of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to transfigure ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「改變容貌｜教學補註：elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The treatment and diet transfigured her into a beautiful young woman. （改變容貌）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
transformer
變形金剛／轉換器
英文釋義：變形金剛／轉換器
用法／搭配：做習慣變形者，不是 p 值變形者。
Example · TTS
Be a transformer of habits, not of p-values. （變形金剛／轉換器）
詳細 · 複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
transgress
v. 違背｜教學補註：to fail to keep the rule
英文釋義：to fail to keep the rule
相似詞：breach, contravene
相反詞：keep
派生詞：transgression n.違規
用法／搭配：transgress accepted social norms 違背公認的社會準則
Example · TTS
The sea transgresses along the West coast of the island. （違背）
詳細 · 紅寶書
transgression
違背；犯罪
英文釋義：the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle; the spreading of the sea over land as evidenced by the deposition of marine strata over terrestrial strata
相似詞：evildoing
派生詞：transgress v.
用法／搭配：核心義：the act of transgressing。中文錨點：違背；犯罪。GRE tip: "transgression" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the transgression of X; a sense / degree / lack of transgression; amid / despite transgression Sentence frame: The debate turns on the transgression of ______. （空格填入與「違背；犯罪」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The boy was punished for the transgressions of his father. （違背；犯罪）
詳細 · 複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
transient
adj. 短暫的｜教學補註：lasting only a short time
英文釋義：lasting only a short time
相似詞：transitory, ephemeral, evanescent, fleeting
相反詞：permanent, lasting, immanent, enduring
派生詞：transiency n., transience n.
用法／搭配：transient pleasure 短暫的快樂
Example · TTS
Youth's transient beauty. （短暫的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b02 補錄
transitory
短暫的
英文釋義：短暫的
用法／搭配：短暫顯著需要複現。
Example · TTS
Transitory significance needs replication. （短暫的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P2-pending 補錄
translate
翻譯；轉換
英文釋義：翻譯；轉換
用法／搭配：把方法翻譯成讀者能懂的話。
Example · TTS
Translate methods into plain language for readers. （翻譯；轉換）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
translucent
透明的；半透明的
英文釋義：allowing light to pass through diffusely
相似詞：semitransparent
派生詞：translucency n., translucence n.
用法／搭配：核心義：allowing light to pass through diffusely。中文錨點：透明的；半透明的。GRE tip: "translucent" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a translucent argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather translucent; translucent enough to... Sentence frame: Her translucent ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「透明的；半透明的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Translucent amber. （透明的；半透明的）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
transmit
傳送；傳播
英文釋義：傳送；傳播
用法／搭配：謠言比澄清傳得更快。
Example · TTS
Rumors transmit faster than corrections. （傳送；傳播）
詳細 · 紅寶書
transmute
變形；變質
英文釋義：change in outward structure or looks; change or alter in form, appearance, or nature
相似詞：transform, metamorphose, transubstantiate
派生詞：transmutation n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to change in outward structure or looks。中文錨點：變形；變質。GRE tip: treat "transmute" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to transmute sth; refuse / choose / begin to transmute; the transmuting of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to transmute ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「變形；變質」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
In the end, they chose to transmute what they had once defended. （變形；變質）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b03 補錄
transparency
透明
英文釋義：透明
用法／搭配：考意錨點：透明
Example · TTS
On the exam, transparency most nearly means a sense of "透明". （透明）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 S3a 補錄
transparent
透明的
英文釋義：透明的
用法／搭配：透明管線可稽核。
Example · TTS
Transparent pipelines enable audit. （透明的）
詳細 · 填空1300
transpire
發生｜教學補註：pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas
英文釋義：pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas; exude water vapor
相似詞：transpirate
派生詞：transpiration n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas。中文錨點：發生｜教學補註：pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas。GRE tip: treat "transpire" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to transpire sth; refuse / choose / begin to transpire; the transpiring of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to transpire ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「發生｜教學補註：pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
It transpired that she had worked as spy in East Germany. （發生）
詳細 · 救命800、重要詞
transport
n. 狂喜｜教學補註：a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
英文釋義：a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
相似詞：ecstasy, euphoria, rhapsody
相反詞：disenchant, dysphoria
派生詞：transportation n., transporter n.
用法／搭配：be in a transport of delight 欣喜若狂
Example · TTS
In academic English, writers may refer to the be in a transport of delight. （狂喜）
詳細 · 紅寶書
transpose
調換｜教學補註：a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix
英文釋義：a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix; change the order or arrangement of
相似詞：permute, commute, transfer, transplant, counterchange, interchange
派生詞：transposition n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix。中文錨點：調換｜教學補註：a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix。GRE tip: "transpose" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the transpose of X; a sense / degree / lack of transpose; amid / despite transpose Sentence frame: The debate turns on the transpose of ______. （空格填入與「調換｜教學補註：a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Can you transpose this fugue into G major? （調換）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b02 補錄
trapdoor
暗門
英文釋義：暗門
用法／搭配：考意錨點：暗門
Example · TTS
On the exam, trapdoor most nearly means a sense of "暗門". （暗門）
詳細 · 紅寶書
trauma
創傷｜教學補註：any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.
英文釋義：any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.; an emotional wound or shock often having long-lasting effects
相似詞：injury, hurt, harm
相反詞：be well
派生詞：traumatic adj., traumatize v., traumatise v.
用法／搭配：核心義：any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.。中文錨點：創傷｜教學補註：any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc。GRE tip: "trauma" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trauma of X; a sense / degree / lack of trauma; amid / despite trauma Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trauma of ______. （空格填入與「創傷｜教學補註：any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of trauma is crucial to understanding the argument. （創傷）
詳細 · 救命800、重要詞
traumatic
adj. 痛苦的｜教學補註：extremely unpleasant
英文釋義：extremely unpleasant
派生詞：trauma n.
用法／搭配：a traumatic experience 一次痛苦的經歷
Example · TTS
Few experiences are more traumatic than losing a child. （痛苦的）
詳細 · GRE3000
travail
辛苦勞動｜教學補註：concluding state of pregnancy
英文釋義：concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child; use of physical or mental energy; hard work
相似詞：parturiency, labor, labour, confinement, lying-in, childbed
形近詞：traverse v.穿過(橋/太平洋…) ｜ transverse adj.橫向的 ｜ travail 辛苦努力辛勤勞動 ｜ cavil 挑剔吹毛求疵
用法／搭配：核心義：concluding state of pregnancy。中文錨點：辛苦勞動｜教學補註：concluding state of pregnancy。GRE tip: "travail" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the travail of X; a sense / degree / lack of travail; amid / despite travail Sentence frame: The debate turns on the travail of ______. （空格填入與「辛苦勞動｜教學補註：concluding state of pregnancy」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of travail is crucial to understanding the argument. （辛苦勞動）
詳細 · 紅寶書
travesty
滑稽作品｜教學補註：a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations
英文釋義：a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations; a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way
相似詞：farce, parody, lampoon, spoof, sendup, mockery
用法／搭配：核心義：a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations。中文錨點：滑稽作品｜教學補註：a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations。GRE tip: "travesty" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the travesty of X; a sense / degree / lack of travesty; amid / despite travesty Sentence frame: The debate turns on the travesty of ______. （空格填入與「滑稽作品｜教學補註：a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of travesty is crucial to understanding the argument. （滑稽作品）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
treacherous
反叛的｜教學補註：dangerously unstable and unpredictable
英文釋義：dangerously unstable and unpredictable; tending to betray; especially having a treacherous character as attributed to the Carthaginians by the Romans
相似詞：unreliable, punic, perfidious
相反詞：loyal, faithful
派生詞：treachery n.
形近詞：trenchant 犀利的尖刻的 ｜ penchant 嗜好愛好 ｜ treacherous 背叛的 ｜ enchant 使着迷=captivate
用法／搭配：核心義：dangerously unstable and unpredictable。中文錨點：反叛的｜教學補註：dangerously unstable and unpredictable。GRE tip: "treacherous" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a treacherous argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather treacherous; treacherous enough to... Sentence frame: Her treacherous ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「反叛的｜教學補註：dangerously unstable and unpredictable」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The fiercest and most treacherous of foes. （反叛的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
treachery
叛國的｜教學補註：betrayal of a trust
英文釋義：betrayal of a trust; an act of deliberate betrayal
相似詞：perfidy, perfidiousness, betrayal, treason
派生詞：treacherous adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：betrayal of a trust。中文錨點：叛國的｜教學補註：betrayal of a trust。GRE tip: "treachery" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the treachery of X; a sense / degree / lack of treachery; amid / despite treachery Sentence frame: The debate turns on the treachery of ______. （空格填入與「叛國的｜教學補註：betrayal of a trust」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of treachery is crucial to understanding the argument. （叛國的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tread
踐踏｜教學補註：a step in walking or running
英文釋義：a step in walking or running; the grooved surface of a pneumatic tire
相似詞：pace, stride, step, trample
用法／搭配：核心義：a step in walking or running。中文錨點：踐踏｜教學補註：a step in walking or running。GRE tip: "tread" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tread of X; a sense / degree / lack of tread; amid / despite tread Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tread of ______. （空格填入與「踐踏｜教學補註：a step in walking or running」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
For fools rush in where angels fear to tread. （踐踏）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
treatise
論文｜教學補註：a formal exposition
英文釋義：a formal exposition
用法／搭配：核心義：a formal exposition。中文錨點：論文｜教學補註：a formal exposition。GRE tip: "treatise" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the treatise of X; a sense / degree / lack of treatise; amid / despite treatise Sentence frame: The debate turns on the treatise of ______. （空格填入與「論文｜教學補註：a formal exposition」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of treatise is crucial to understanding the argument. （論文）
詳細 · 紅寶書
treaty
條約；協議
英文釋義：a written agreement between two states or sovereigns
相似詞：pact, accord
相反詞：disagreement
用法／搭配：核心義：a written agreement between two states or sovereigns。中文錨點：條約；協議。GRE tip: "treaty" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the treaty of X; a sense / degree / lack of treaty; amid / despite treaty Sentence frame: The debate turns on the treaty of ______. （空格填入與「條約；協議」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of treaty is crucial to understanding the argument. （條約；協議）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
trek
艱苦跋涉｜教學補註：a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers)
英文釋義：a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers); any long and difficult trip
派生詞：trekker n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers)。中文錨點：艱苦跋涉｜教學補註：a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers)。GRE tip: "trek" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trek of X; a sense / degree / lack of trek; amid / despite trek Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trek of ______. （空格填入與「艱苦跋涉｜教學補註：a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers)」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of trek is crucial to understanding the argument. （艱苦跋涉）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tremendous
大量的；巨大的
英文釋義：extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; ; ; ; - Walter Lippman; extraordinarily good or great ; used especially as intensifiers
相似詞：enormous, fantastic, grand, howling, marvelous, marvellous
用法／搭配：核心義：extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree。中文錨點：大量的；巨大的。GRE tip: "tremendous" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tremendous argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tremendous; tremendous enough to... Sentence frame: Her tremendous ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「大量的；巨大的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A tremendous fact in human experience; that a whole civilization should be dependent on technology. （大量的；巨大的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tremor
震顫｜教學補註：an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear)
英文釋義：an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear); a small earthquake
相似詞：shudder, microseism, quake
用法／搭配：核心義：an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear)。中文錨點：震顫｜教學補註：an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear)。GRE tip: "tremor" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tremor of X; a sense / degree / lack of tremor; amid / despite tremor Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tremor of ______. （空格填入與「震顫｜教學補註：an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear)」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tremor is crucial to understanding the argument. （震顫）
詳細 · 複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
trenchant
adj. （言辭）一針見血的
英文釋義：expressed strongly, effectively and directly
相似詞：incisive
派生詞：trenchancy n.
形近詞：trenchant 犀利的尖刻的 ｜ penchant 嗜好愛好 ｜ treacherous 背叛的 ｜ enchant 使着迷=captivate
用法／搭配：trenchant criticisms 一針見血的批評
Example · TTS
Trenchant distinctions between right and wrong. （（言辭）一針見血的）
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trendy
流行的
英文釋義：流行的
用法／搭配：考意錨點：流行的
Example · TTS
On the exam, trendy most nearly means a sense of "流行的". （流行的）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
trepidation
n. 恐懼｜教學補註：fear
英文釋義：fear
相似詞：apprehension
用法／搭配：trepidation about starting a new career 對開創一項新事業感到恐懼
Example · TTS
In academic English, writers may refer to the trepidation about starting a new career. （恐懼）
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trespass
擅自進入
英文釋義：擅自進入
用法／搭配：只在有計畫時進入結局。
Example · TTS
Trespass into outcomes only with a plan. （擅自進入）
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tribulation
n. 痛苦，悲傷，折磨
英文釋義：unhappiness, pain or suffering
相似詞：trial, visitation
派生詞：tribulate v.
形近詞：tributary 支流，支流的輔助的 ｜ tribulation 苦難
用法／搭配：the trials and tribulations of everyday life 日常生活的磨練與艱難
Example · TTS
Life is full of tribulations. （痛苦，悲傷，折磨）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tributary
進貢的；輔助的；支流
英文釋義：a branch that flows into the main stream; (of a stream) flowing into a larger stream
相似詞：feeder, confluent, affluent, conducive, contributing, contributive
相反詞：distributary
形近詞：tributary 支流，支流的輔助的 ｜ tribulation 苦難
用法／搭配：核心義：a branch that flows into the main stream。中文錨點：進貢的；輔助的；支流。GRE tip: "tributary" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tributary of X; a sense / degree / lack of tributary; amid / despite tributary Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tributary of ______. （空格填入與「進貢的；輔助的；支流」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A tributary colony. （進貢的；輔助的；支流）
詳細 · 救命800、紅寶書
tribute
n.頌詞，讚揚
英文釋義：something to show respect and admiration
相似詞：eulogy, encomium, panegyric
相反詞：invective, condemnation
用法／搭配：pay a high tribute to someone 對某人的高度讚揚
Example · TTS
In academic English, writers may refer to the pay a high tribute to someone. （頌詞，讚揚）
詳細 · 紅寶書
trickle
流淌｜教學補註：flowing in drops
英文釋義：flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid; run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
相似詞：drip, dribble, filter
用法／搭配：核心義：flowing in drops。中文錨點：流淌｜教學補註：flowing in drops。GRE tip: "trickle" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trickle of X; a sense / degree / lack of trickle; amid / despite trickle Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trickle of ______. （空格填入與「流淌｜教學補註：flowing in drops」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Water trickled onto the lawn from the broken hose. （流淌）
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trifle
微小的｜教學補註：a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly
英文釋義：a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate; a detail that is considered insignificant
相似詞：technicality, triviality, trivia, piddle, wanton, frivol
派生詞：trifling n., trifler n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly。中文錨點：微小的｜教學補註：a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly。GRE tip: "trifle" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trifle of X; a sense / degree / lack of trifle; amid / despite trifle Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trifle of ______. （空格填入與「微小的｜教學補註：a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
He is trifling with her. （微小的）
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trilogy
三部曲
英文釋義：三部曲
用法／搭配：預註冊、分析、勘誤：方法三部曲。
Example · TTS
Prereg, analyze, correct: a methods trilogy. （三部曲）
詳細 · 紅寶書
trim
修剪｜教學補註：a state of arrangement or appearance
英文釋義：a state of arrangement or appearance; a decoration or adornment on a garment
相似詞：trimness, trimming, passementerie, clipping, pare, reduce
相反詞：unclip, blow up, expand, gain, oxidise, oxidize
派生詞：trimmer n., trimming n.
用法／搭配：核心義：a state of arrangement or appearance。中文錨點：修剪｜教學補註：a state of arrangement or appearance。GRE tip: "trim" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trim of X; a sense / degree / lack of trim; amid / despite trim Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trim of ______. （空格填入與「修剪｜教學補註：a state of arrangement or appearance」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A body kept trim by exercise. （修剪）
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trite
平庸的；陳腐的
英文釋義：repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
相似詞：banal, commonplace, hackneyed, old-hat, shopworn, stock
相反詞：original, fresh
派生詞：triteness n.
形近詞：trite 陳腐的 ｜ contrite 懊悔的 ｜ compunction 愧疚
用法／搭配：核心義：repeated too often。中文錨點：平庸的；陳腐的。GRE tip: "trite" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a trite argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather trite; trite enough to... Sentence frame: Her trite ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「平庸的；陳腐的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
His remarks were trite and commonplace. （平庸的；陳腐的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
triumph
戰勝；勝利
英文釋義：a successful ending of a struggle or contest; the exultation of victory
相似詞：victory, prevail, wallow, rejoice, gloat, crow
相反詞：defeat
派生詞：triumphal adj., triumphant adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a successful ending of a struggle or contest。中文錨點：戰勝；勝利。GRE tip: "triumph" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the triumph of X; a sense / degree / lack of triumph; amid / despite triumph Sentence frame: The debate turns on the triumph of ______. （空格填入與「戰勝；勝利」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
The agreement was a triumph for common sense. （戰勝；勝利）
詳細 · 救命800
triumvirate
n. 三巨頭｜教學補註：a group of three powerful people
英文釋義：a group of three powerful people
用法／搭配：triumvirate of imperatives 三大必要條件
Example · TTS
In academic English, writers may refer to the triumvirate of imperatives. （三巨頭）
詳細 · 紅寶書
trivia
瑣事｜教學補註：something of small importance
英文釋義：something of small importance; (Middle Ages) an introductory curriculum at a medieval university involving grammar and logic and rhetoric; considered to be a triple way to eloquence
相似詞：triviality, trifle, trivium
派生詞：trivial adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：something of small importance。中文錨點：瑣事｜教學補註：something of small importance。GRE tip: "trivia" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trivia of X; a sense / degree / lack of trivia; amid / despite trivia Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trivia of ______. （空格填入與「瑣事｜教學補註：something of small importance」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of trivia is crucial to understanding the argument. （瑣事）
詳細 · 救命800
trivial
adj. 不重要的｜教學補註：unimportant and not serious
英文釋義：unimportant and not serious
相似詞：inconsequential, trifling, negligible
相反詞：important, significant
派生詞：trivialize v., trivia n., triviality n.
用法／搭配：trivial problems 無關緊要的麻煩
Example · TTS
Only trivial objections. （不重要的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
trounce
嚴懲；痛打
英文釋義：beat severely with a whip or rod; come out better in a competition, race, or conflict
相似詞：flog, welt, whip, lather, lash, slash
相反詞：unlash
派生詞：trouncing n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to beat severely with a whip or rod。中文錨點：嚴懲；痛打。GRE tip: treat "trounce" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to trounce sth; refuse / choose / begin to trounce; the trouncing of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to trounce ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「嚴懲；痛打」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
The children were severely trounced. （嚴懲；痛打）
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truant
曠課；逃學
英文釋義：one who is absent from school without permission; someone who shirks duty
相似詞：no-show, nonattender, awol
派生詞：truancy n.
用法／搭配：核心義：one who is absent from school without permission。中文錨點：曠課；逃學。GRE tip: "truant" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the truant of X; a sense / degree / lack of truant; amid / despite truant Sentence frame: The debate turns on the truant of ______. （空格填入與「曠課；逃學」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Truant schoolboys. （曠課；逃學）
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truce
休戰｜教學補註：a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms
英文釋義：a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms
相似詞：armistice, cease-fire
用法／搭配：核心義：a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms。中文錨點：休戰｜教學補註：a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms。GRE tip: "truce" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the truce of X; a sense / degree / lack of truce; amid / despite truce Sentence frame: The debate turns on the truce of ______. （空格填入與「休戰｜教學補註：a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of truce is crucial to understanding the argument. （休戰）
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truckle
屈從討好
英文釋義：屈從討好
用法／搭配：考意錨點：屈從討好
Example · TTS
On the exam, truckle most nearly means a sense of "屈從討好". （屈從討好）
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truculent
adj. 好鬥的，脾氣不好的
英文釋義：bad-tempered and aggressive
相似詞：belligerent, pugnacious, combative, bellicose
相反詞：gentle, amiable, peaceable
派生詞：truculency n., truculence n.
用法／搭配：a truculent attitude 好鬥的態度
Example · TTS
A truculent speech against the new government. （好鬥的，脾氣不好的）
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trudge
跋涉
英文釋義：跋涉
用法／搭配：考意錨點：跋涉
Example · TTS
On the exam, trudge most nearly means a sense of "跋涉". （跋涉）
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trumble
顫抖｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad...
英文釋義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English
用法／搭配：核心義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English。中文錨點：顫抖｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad。GRE tip: "trumble" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the trumble of X; a sense / degree / lack of trumble; amid / despite trumble Sentence frame: The debate turns on the trumble of ______. （空格填入與「顫抖｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of trumble is crucial to understanding the argument. （顫抖）
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trumpet
號角
英文釋義：號角
用法／搭配：考意錨點：號角
Example · TTS
On the exam, trumpet most nearly means a sense of "號角". （號角）
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truncate
截斷｜教學補註：replace a corner by a plane
英文釋義：replace a corner by a plane; approximate by ignoring all terms beyond a chosen one
相似詞：truncated
派生詞：truncation n.
用法／搭配：核心義：to replace a corner by a plane。中文錨點：截斷｜教學補註：replace a corner by a plane。GRE tip: treat "truncate" as an action verb—ask who does what to whom, and whether the tone is neutral or charged. 搭配：to truncate sth; refuse / choose / begin to truncate; the truncating of X Sentence frame: The committee decided to truncate ______ after ______. （造句時把空格填成符合「截斷｜教學補註：replace a corner by a plane」的對象與原因。）
Example · TTS
Erosion has truncated the ridges of the mountains. （截斷）
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truthserum
吐實
英文釋義：吐實
用法／搭配：考意錨點：吐實
Example · TTS
On the exam, truthserum most nearly means a sense of "吐實". （吐實）
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truthserum2
吐實2
英文釋義：吐實2
用法／搭配：考意錨點：吐實2
Example · TTS
On the exam, truthserum2 most nearly means a sense of "吐實2". （吐實2）
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tumble
跌倒混亂
英文釋義：跌倒混亂
用法／搭配：考意錨點：跌倒混亂
Example · TTS
On the exam, tumble most nearly means a sense of "跌倒混亂". （跌倒混亂）
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tumid
腫脹的；浮誇的
英文釋義：ostentatiously lofty in style; abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas
相似詞：bombastic, declamatory, large, orotund, turgid, puffy
相反詞：understated, modest, little, small
派生詞：tumidness n., tumidity n.
用法／搭配：核心義：ostentatiously lofty in style。中文錨點：腫脹的；浮誇的。GRE tip: "tumid" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tumid argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tumid; tumid enough to... Sentence frame: Her tumid ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「腫脹的；浮誇的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
Tumid political prose. （腫脹的；浮誇的）
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tumult
n. 混亂，暴動
英文釋義：a disorderly commotion or disturbance
相似詞：commotion, turmoil, pandemonium, chaos, free-for-all
派生詞：tumultuous adj. 混亂的
用法／搭配：the recent tumult in global financial markets 最近這次在全球金融市場的混亂
Example · TTS
The debate focused on the recent tumult in global financial markets. （混亂，暴動）
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turbid
渾濁的｜教學補註：(of liquids) clouded as with sediment
英文釋義：(of liquids) clouded as with sediment
相似詞：cloudy, muddy, mirky, murky
相反詞：clear
派生詞：turbidness n., turbidity n.
形近詞：torpor n.懶散遲鈍 ｜ torpid 懶散的麻木的 ｜ turbid 渾濁的混亂的 ｜ turgid 浮誇的浮腫的
用法／搭配：核心義：(of liquids) clouded as with sediment。中文錨點：渾濁的｜教學補註：(of liquids) clouded as with sediment。GRE tip: "turbid" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a turbid argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather turbid; turbid enough to... Sentence frame: Her turbid ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「渾濁的｜教學補註：(of liquids) clouded as with sediment」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her turbid approach to the evidence. （渾濁的）
詳細 · 複習詞、救命800、紅寶書
turbulent
adj. 動盪的，混亂的
英文釋義：marked by sudden or violent disturbance
相似詞：tempestuous, tumultuous
派生詞：turbulence n., turbulency n.
用法／搭配：a turbulent period in history 歷史上動盪時期
Example · TTS
A turbulent and unruly childhood. （動盪的，混亂的）
詳細 · 救命800、重要詞
turgid
adj. 浮誇的，過分裝飾的
英文釋義：excessively embellished and complex in style or language
相似詞：bombastic, florid, pompous
相反詞：understated, modest, plain, austere
派生詞：turgidness n., turgidity n.
形近詞：torpor n.懶散遲鈍 ｜ torpid 懶散的麻木的 ｜ turbid 渾濁的混亂的 ｜ turgid 浮誇的浮腫的
用法／搭配：turgid prose 浮誇的散文
Example · TTS
Consider this case: turgid prose. （浮誇的，過分裝飾的）
詳細 · GRE3000、紅寶書
turmoil
騷動｜教學補註：a violent disturbance
英文釋義：a violent disturbance; violent agitation
相似詞：convulsion, upheaval, tumult, agitation, excitement, hullabaloo
相反詞：calmness
用法／搭配：核心義：a violent disturbance。中文錨點：騷動｜教學補註：a violent disturbance。GRE tip: "turmoil" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the turmoil of X; a sense / degree / lack of turmoil; amid / despite turmoil Sentence frame: The debate turns on the turmoil of ______. （空格填入與「騷動｜教學補註：a violent disturbance」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of turmoil is crucial to understanding the argument. （騷動）
詳細 · 紅寶書
turncoat
背叛者｜教學補註：a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political p...
英文釋義：a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc.
相似詞：deserter, apostate, renegade, recreant, ratter
用法／搭配：核心義：a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc.。中文錨點：背叛者｜教學補註：a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political p。GRE tip: "turncoat" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the turncoat of X; a sense / degree / lack of turncoat; amid / despite turncoat Sentence frame: The debate turns on the turncoat of ______. （空格填入與「背叛者｜教學補註：a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political p」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
No one wanted to be labeled a turncoat in that debate. （背叛者）
詳細 · GRE3000
turpitude
卑鄙｜教學補註：a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice
英文釋義：a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice
相似詞：depravity
用法／搭配：核心義：a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice。中文錨點：卑鄙｜教學補註：a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice。GRE tip: "turpitude" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the turpitude of X; a sense / degree / lack of turpitude; amid / despite turpitude Sentence frame: The debate turns on the turpitude of ______. （空格填入與「卑鄙｜教學補註：a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of turpitude is crucial to understanding the argument. （卑鄙）
詳細 · 複習詞
turtuous
蜿蜒的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad...
英文釋義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English
用法／搭配：核心義：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in academic English。中文錨點：蜿蜒的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad。GRE tip: "turtuous" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the turtuous of X; a sense / degree / lack of turtuous; amid / despite turtuous Sentence frame: The debate turns on the turtuous of ______. （空格填入與「蜿蜒的｜教學補註：a GRE-level vocabulary item meaning closely related to its core sense in acad」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of turtuous is crucial to understanding the argument. （蜿蜒的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tusk
長牙｜教學補註：a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elepha...
英文釋義：a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses; a long pointed tooth specialized for fighting or digging; especially in an elephant or walrus or hog
相似詞：ivory, horn, detusk
派生詞：tusked adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses。中文錨點：長牙｜教學補註：a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elepha。GRE tip: "tusk" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tusk of X; a sense / degree / lack of tusk; amid / despite tusk Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tusk of ______. （空格填入與「長牙｜教學補註：a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elepha」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
Tusk an elephant. （長牙）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tussle
扭打｜教學補註：disorderly fighting
英文釋義：disorderly fighting; fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters
相似詞：hassle, scuffle, dogfight, rough-and-tumble, muss
用法／搭配：核心義：disorderly fighting。中文錨點：扭打｜教學補註：disorderly fighting。GRE tip: "tussle" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tussle of X; a sense / degree / lack of tussle; amid / despite tussle Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tussle of ______. （空格填入與「扭打｜教學補註：disorderly fighting」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tussle is crucial to understanding the argument. （扭打）
詳細 · 紅寶書
twee
自作多情的
英文釋義：affectedly dainty or refined
相似詞：dainty, mincing, niminy-piminy, prim
用法／搭配：核心義：affectedly dainty or refined。中文錨點：自作多情的。GRE tip: "twee" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a twee argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather twee; twee enough to... Sentence frame: Her twee ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「自作多情的」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
The critic noted her twee approach to the evidence. （自作多情的）
詳細 · GRE3000
twig
瞭解｜教學補註：a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division)
英文釋義：a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year; branch out in a twiglike manner
相似詞：branchlet, sprig, tumble
派生詞：twiggy adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division)。中文錨點：瞭解｜教學補註：a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division)。GRE tip: "twig" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the twig of X; a sense / degree / lack of twig; amid / despite twig Sentence frame: The debate turns on the twig of ______. （空格填入與「瞭解｜教學補註：a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division)」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of twig is crucial to understanding the argument. （瞭解）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b02 補錄
twilight
暮光
英文釋義：暮光
用法／搭配：管線暮光：帶測試遷移。
Example · TTS
Twilight of a pipeline: migrate with tests. （暮光）
詳細 · 複習詞、紅寶書
twinge
陣痛；悔恨
英文釋義：a sudden sharp feeling; a sharp stab of pain
相似詞：pang, stab, prick, sting, pinch, squeeze
用法／搭配：核心義：a sudden sharp feeling。中文錨點：陣痛；悔恨。GRE tip: "twinge" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the twinge of X; a sense / degree / lack of twinge; amid / despite twinge Sentence frame: The debate turns on the twinge of ______. （空格填入與「陣痛；悔恨」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of twinge is crucial to understanding the argument. （陣痛；悔恨）
詳細 · 救命800
tycoon
n. 大亨，巨頭
英文釋義：a person of rank, power, or influence
相似詞：magnate
用法／搭配：an oil tycoon 石油大亨
Example · TTS
The debate focused on an oil tycoon. （大亨，巨頭）
詳細 · 幽默聯想庫 P3-pending-b02 補錄
typhoid
傷寒
英文釋義：傷寒
用法／搭配：考意錨點：傷寒
Example · TTS
On the exam, typhoid most nearly means a sense of "傷寒". （傷寒）
詳細 · 紅寶書
typography
印刷術｜教學補註：the craft of composing type and printing from it
英文釋義：the craft of composing type and printing from it; art and technique of printing with movable type
相似詞：composition
派生詞：typographical adj., typographic adj., typographer n.
用法／搭配：核心義：the craft of composing type and printing from it。中文錨點：印刷術｜教學補註：the craft of composing type and printing from it。GRE tip: "typography" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the typography of X; a sense / degree / lack of typography; amid / despite typography Sentence frame: The debate turns on the typography of ______. （空格填入與「印刷術｜教學補註：the craft of composing type and printing from it」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of typography is crucial to understanding the argument. （印刷術）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tyrannical
暴君的｜教學補註：marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior
英文釋義：marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior; characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
相似詞：oppressive, tyrannous, authoritarian, autocratic, dictatorial, despotic
派生詞：tyranny n.
用法／搭配：核心義：marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior。中文錨點：暴君的｜教學補註：marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior。GRE tip: "tyrannical" is typically an evaluative adjective—it colors a noun (argument, tone, evidence, claim). 搭配：a tyrannical argument / tone / claim; strikingly / rather tyrannical; tyrannical enough to... Sentence frame: Her tyrannical ______ surprised the reviewers. （名詞請選能被「暴君的｜教學補註：marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior」修飾者，如 approach / critique / silence。）
Example · TTS
A tyrannical government. （暴君的）
詳細 · 紅寶書
tyranny
暴政｜教學補註：a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restrict...
英文釋義：a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.); dominance through threat of punishment and violence
相似詞：dictatorship, absolutism, authoritarianism, Caesarism, despotism, monocracy
派生詞：tyrannical adj., tyrannic adj.
用法／搭配：核心義：a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or oppositi...。中文錨點：暴政｜教學補註：a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restrict。GRE tip: "tyranny" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tyranny of X; a sense / degree / lack of tyranny; amid / despite tyranny Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tyranny of ______. （空格填入與「暴政｜教學補註：a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restrict」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
A clear sense of tyranny is crucial to understanding the argument. （暴政）
詳細 · 救命800、紅寶書
tyrant
n. 暴君｜教學補註：a ruler who exercises absolute power oppressively or brutally
英文釋義：a ruler who exercises absolute power oppressively or brutally
相似詞：despot, dictator
派生詞：tyrannous adj., tyrannize v.
用法／搭配：fear the tyrant 害怕暴君
Example · TTS
His father was a tyrant. （暴君）
詳細 · 填空1300、複習詞、紅寶書
tyro
新手｜教學補註：someone new to a field or activity
英文釋義：someone new to a field or activity
相似詞：novice, beginner, tiro, initiate
相反詞：uninitiate
用法／搭配：核心義：someone new to a field or activity。中文錨點：新手｜教學補註：someone new to a field or activity。GRE tip: "tyro" often names an abstract idea—look for of-phrases and whether it is countable in context. 搭配：the tyro of X; a sense / degree / lack of tyro; amid / despite tyro Sentence frame: The debate turns on the tyro of ______. （空格填入與「新手｜教學補註：someone new to a field or activity」相關的對象。）
Example · TTS
No one wanted to be labeled a tyro in that debate. （新手）