高中英语复习提升-词汇.docVIP

PAGE PAGE 1 Word Study 1. major adj. very large or important, when compared to other things or people of a similar kind The ear needs major repairs. Do you know anything about the two major political parties in the US? Most doctors believe smoking is one of the major causes of cancer. 2. represent vt. a) to act or speak officially for (another person or people) These athletes will represent China in the Olympic Gaines in 2008. Each class will elect two students to represent them on the Student Union. b) to show; be a sign or picture of; stand for 1 ) This painting represents a storm