6月4日Ted笔记(how to imagine a better future for democracy)

fractal= a curve or geometric figure, each part of which has the same statistical character as the whole. Fractals are useful in modeling structures(such as eroded coastlines or snowflakes)  in which similar patterns recur at progressively smaller scales and in describing partly random or chaotic phenomena such as crystal growth, fluid turbulence, and galaxy formation.分形,部分和整体的特征一样,比如山峰和整座山的形状相似

fern蕨类植物,可数,复数为ferns或fern;dandelion蒲公英,可数

atrophy= gradually decline in effectiveness or vigor due to underuse or neglect.萎缩,衰退vi

Joe’s athleticism has been atrophying since his graduation.

To go awry出岔子

Things rarely go awry under Joe’s control.

People don’t like to feel they are manipulated by acts of care. They need to be cared for sincerely.

Pontificate= express one’s opinions in a way considered annoyingly pompous(自负的)and dogmatic(教条的),自负地讲,vi,名词为pontification,不可数

Politicians always pontificate about what citizens should value and do.

Orgasmic= very enjoyable or exciting

Traveling to the South Pole sounds like an orgasmic experience.

let go of 放手…

Since it’s been two years since Joe broke up, it’s time for him to let go of the memories with his ex and start a new relationship.

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