和谐英语

VOA慢速英语:Sea Levels and Arctic Temperatures Rise

2016-03-21来源:VOA

词汇讲解:

1. gather vt.收集; 采集; 聚集
例句:All the members of the family gather to enjoy a reunion dinner.
全家人聚在一起吃团圆饭。

2. confident adj.确信的,深信的; 有信心的
例句:He felt confident in the future.
他对未来充满信心。

3. accelerate vt.促进; (使) 加快
例句:Sunshine, fresh air, and rest often accelerate a person's recovery from sickness.
阳光、新鲜空气和休息常会促使病人早日康复。

4. temperature n.温度; 气温; 体温
例句:More recently they have reported a striking temperature.
最近他们报道了异常的气温。