新世纪大学英语2 unit6what does teamwork really mean.pptVIP

They provided an objective standard by which we could judge ourselves. 2. adj. based on facts, or making a decision that is based on facts rather than on your feelings or beliefs The emphasis is on the objective analysis of evidence rather than on the subjective impression of any single witness. foremost: adj. the best or most important; in a leading position among a group of people or things Economic concerns are foremost on many voters’ minds. No one doubts the seriousness of the problems the president must address, the recession foremost among them. Rostropovich was long considered the world’s foremost cellist. oneness: n. a peaceful feeling of being part of a whole There can be no oneness without trust. Late in the night, standing alone on the riverbank, I felt an extremely intimate oneness with the universe, and it seemed that all physical aspects vanished. complement: 1. v. make a good combination with sb. or sth. else She looked beautiful — the white silk of her blouse complemented her olive skin perfectly. The two different points of view may complement each other. 2. n. sb. or sth. that emphasizes the good qualities of another person or thing This wine would be a nice complement to grilled dishes. competent: adj. having enough skill or knowledge to do sth. to a satisfactory standard Though the country is poor, the doctors and nurses are qualified and competent. He is the only party leader competent enough to govern this country. 如果你要学习英文， 你必须先找一位称职的老师。 If you want to learn English, you must first find a competent teacher. merit: 1. n. an advantage or good feature of sth.; (formal) a good quality that makes sb. or sth. deserve praise Professor Smith’s timely book has the merit of being comprehensive and readable. The great merit of the project is its flexibility and low cost. 2. v. be good, important, or serious enough for praise or attention The subject has an importance in the history of war at this period which merits emphasis. The results hav