heathen
US /ˈhiː.ðən/
UK /ˈhiː.ðən/
名词
1.
异教徒
a person who does not belong to a widely held religion (especially one who is not a Christian, Jew, or Muslim) as regarded by those who do
示例:
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The missionaries sought to convert the heathens to Christianity.
传教士试图将异教徒皈依基督教。
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He was considered a heathen by his devout family.
他被虔诚的家人视为异教徒。
2.
野蛮人, 未开化的人
an uncultured or uncivilized person
示例:
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He called anyone who didn't appreciate classical music a heathen.
他把任何不欣赏古典音乐的人都称为野蛮人。
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Don't be such a heathen, use your fork!
别像个野蛮人，用你的叉子！
形容词
异教的, 野蛮的
of or relating to heathens
示例:
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The ancient tribe practiced heathen rituals.
这个古老的部落实行异教仪式。
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He had a rather heathen disregard for social conventions.
他对社会习俗有一种相当野蛮的漠视。