研究生英语Unit 2 Scripts概要1.docVIP

Unit 2 The Gift of Gift-giving Vocabulary perspicacious betoken nicety ritualistic one-up reciprocity benefactor proclivity frivolous wont prone cliché fabulous pamper altruism dispense  perspicacious: able to understand sb./ sth. quickly (fml) 敏锐的，聪明的 It offers quite a few facts to the perspicacious reporter. betoken: v. to be a sign of A clear blue sky betokens fine weather. Her deep frown betokened her feeling of sadness. It is out of proportion to send gift that betokens an intimacy that doesn’t exist. nicety: n.（usu. pl）a minor aspect of polite social behavior; a detail of etiquette 精妙