释
explain; eliminate; release; let go
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesverb
to explain; to interpret; to annotate
formalUsed for explaining concepts, words, or texts.
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The teacher is annotating this ancient text.
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He explained the complex theory in simple language.
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The professor is阐释ing philosophical concepts in class.
verb
to eliminate; to dispel; to clear up
formalUsed for removing doubts, misunderstandings, or negative feelings.
His explanation dispelled everyone's doubts.
We need to clear up doubts to continue cooperation.
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Time will消除 all misunderstandings.
His sincerity finally dispelled the resentment in her heart.
This heavy rain helped缓解 the long drought.
verb
to release; to let go; to set free
neutralUsed for physically releasing something or metaphorically letting go of emotions.
His tightly clenched hand finally released.
This book is so wonderful that I can't put it down.
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He decided to let go and stop interfering with the children's decisions.
Please release my hand, I can walk by myself.
This elderly scholar never puts down his books and reads every day.
verb
to release; to set free; to discharge
formalUsed for releasing prisoners, animals, or energy.
After investigation, the police released the innocent suspect.
The zoo decided to release the recovered eagle into the wild.
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This chemical reaction will release a lot of energy.
After being released on bail, he decided to turn over a new leaf.
The government announced a special pardon for a group of prisoners.