inveterate
US /ɪnˈvet̬.ɚ.ət/
UK /ɪnˈvet.ər.ət/
形容词
积习难改的, 根深蒂固的, 顽固的
having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change
示例:
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He was an inveterate gambler, always looking for the next big win.
他是一个积习难改的赌徒，总是寻找下一个大赢家。
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Her inveterate optimism helped her through difficult times.
她根深蒂固的乐观帮助她度过了艰难时期。