B2 adjective 中性

arc

/ɑːrk/

A curved shape or line that forms part of a circle or follows a similar curved path. It is also used metaphorically to describe the progression or development of a story, character, or historical event over time.

例句

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1

The ball sailed through the air in a perfect arc before falling into the net.

The ball moved through the air in a beautiful curved path before entering the hoop.

2

The architect incorporated a sweeping arc into the roof design to mimic the surrounding hills.

The designer included a wide curved shape in the roof to match the nearby landscape.

3

I really like how the main character's arc shows him becoming more confident.

I enjoy how the protagonist's personal development shows his growth in self-belief.

词族

名词
arc
Verb
arc
形容词
arched
相关
arch
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记忆技巧

Think of the word 'circle'—an 'arc' is just a piece of a 'circle', and both contain the letter 'c' for 'curve'.

快速测验

The screenwriter focused on the protagonist's ______ to ensure the audience felt the hero's growth.

正确!

正确答案是: arc

例句

1

The ball sailed through the air in a perfect arc before falling into the net.

everyday

The ball moved through the air in a beautiful curved path before entering the hoop.

2

The architect incorporated a sweeping arc into the roof design to mimic the surrounding hills.

formal

The designer included a wide curved shape in the roof to match the nearby landscape.

3

I really like how the main character's arc shows him becoming more confident.

informal

I enjoy how the protagonist's personal development shows his growth in self-belief.

4

The study measures the geometric arc of the planetary orbit in relation to the sun.

academic

The research calculates the curved path of the planet's movement around the sun.

5

Our quarterly revenue followed an upward arc despite the initial market challenges.

business

Our income showed a rising curved progression even though the market was difficult at first.

词族

名词
arc
Verb
arc
形容词
arched
相关
arch

常见搭配

narrative arc the structural progression of a story
character arc the personal growth or transformation of a character
parabolic arc a symmetrical curve shaped like a parabola
electric arc a luminous bridge of electricity between two electrodes
upward arc a curved path that trends in a positive or higher direction

常用短语

character arc

the mental or emotional transformation of a fictional character

the arc of history

the long-term direction of historical progress and change

story arc

the extended sequence of events in a narrative

容易混淆的词

arc vs ark

An 'ark' is a large boat or a sacred chest, whereas an 'arc' is a curved line.

arc vs arch

An 'arch' is usually a physical architectural structure, while an 'arc' is a general geometric or abstract curve.

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使用说明

Use 'arc' when discussing geometric curves, the path of a projectile, or the metaphorical development of a plot or person. In literature, a 'character arc' is a standard term for describing how a person changes from the beginning to the end of a book.

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常见错误

Learners sometimes confuse the spelling with 'ark' (the vessel). Additionally, don't use 'arc' to describe a sharp angle; it must always refer to a smooth curve.

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记忆技巧

Think of the word 'circle'—an 'arc' is just a piece of a 'circle', and both contain the letter 'c' for 'curve'.

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词源

Derived from the Latin 'arcus', meaning a bow, arch, or rainbow.

语法模式

Can be used as an attributive noun to modify other nouns (e.g., arc lamp). Takes the plural form 'arcs'. Often used with the preposition 'of' (e.g., the arc of a circle).
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文化背景

The phrase 'the arc of the moral universe' is famously associated with Martin Luther King Jr., suggesting that society slowly progresses toward justice.

快速测验

The screenwriter focused on the protagonist's ______ to ensure the audience felt the hero's growth.

正确!

正确答案是: arc

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A1

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A1

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tropical

A1

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A1

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indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

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