单词 | content |
释义 | content —content /ˈkɒn.tent/ aep /ˈkɑːn-/ noun (AMOUNT) contents [plural]B1 everything that is contained within something: » The contents of his bag spilled all over the floor.» He hardly needed to open the letter because he already knew the contents.Thesaurus+: ↑Including and containing , ↑Comprising and consisting ofC2 [S] the amount of a particular substance contained in something: » Chocolate has a high fat content.Thesaurus+: ↑General words for size and amountnoun (SUBJECT) contents [plural]B2 the list of articles or parts contained in a magazine or book, with the number of the page they begin on Thesaurus+: ↑Books and parts of booksB2 [S or U] the ideas that are contained in a piece of writing, a speech, or a film: » It's a very stylish and beautiful film, but it lacks content.» We've discussed the unusual form of the book - now, what about the content?Thesaurus+: ↑Ideas, concepts and theories—content /kənˈtent/adjective [after verb] ► B2 pleased with your situation and not hoping for change or improvement: » He seems fairly content with (his) life.» [+ to infinitive] They're content to socialize with a very small circle of people.Thesaurus+: ↑Satisfied and complacent , ↑Showing arrogance and conceit , ↑Confidence and self-assurancecontentment /-mənt/ noun [U] (ALSO content)► F0» His face wore a look of pure contentment.Thesaurus+: ↑Satisfied and complacent , ↑Showing arrogance and conceit , ↑Confidence and self-assurance • • • Extra Examples:» I was just content to see my daughter in such a stable relationship but a grandchild, that really was the icing on the cake.» I'd be content with a modest income.» He's quite content living on his own.» I'm content to sit at the back.» They were content with second hand clothes.verb [T] ↑Verb Endings for content ► F0 to make someone feel happy and satisfied: » You're quite easily contented, aren't you?» My explanation seemed to content him.Thesaurus+: ↑Causing pleasure |
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