entrench

简明释义

[ɪnˈtrentʃ][ɪnˈtrentʃ]

v. 使(权力、习俗、观念等)根深蒂固;把(军队,兵营等)置于壕沟(或其他设防的阵地)中;<古>侵犯,侵占(entrench on/upon);运用其他法律保障(法律赋予的权利,尤指宪法赋予的权力)

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英英释义

To establish something firmly or solidly, often in a way that is difficult to change.

将某物牢固或坚固地确立,通常以一种难以改变的方式。

To place (an idea, habit, or practice) in a position that is difficult to alter or remove.

将(一个想法、习惯或做法)置于一个难以改变或移除的位置。

单词用法

entrench interests

巩固利益

entrench power

巩固权力

entrench beliefs

巩固信念

deeply entrenched

根深蒂固的

entrenched position

固守的立场

entrenched inequality

根深蒂固的不平等

同义词

establish

建立

The organization aims to establish a strong presence in the community.

该组织旨在在社区中建立强大的存在感。

root

扎根

The new policies are designed to root out corruption in the system.

新政策旨在根除系统中的腐败。

embed

嵌入

The technology is embedded in our daily lives.

这项技术已嵌入我们的日常生活中。

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巩固

The reforms helped to entrench democratic values in the society.

这些改革有助于巩固社会中的民主价值观。

反义词

dismantle

拆除

The government decided to dismantle the outdated regulations.

政府决定拆除过时的规章制度。

eradicate

根除

Efforts to eradicate poverty are crucial for social development.

根除贫困的努力对社会发展至关重要。

remove

移除

We need to remove any barriers to progress.

我们需要移除任何阻碍进步的障碍。

displace

取代

The new policy aims to displace harmful practices in the industry.

新政策旨在取代行业中有害的做法。

例句

1.And with worries over climate change and with the advance of green technology there are reasons to expect that 2010 will entrench the trend towards energy conservation even as economic growth resumes.

鉴于公众担心气候变化,加之绿色技术日益进步,我们有理由相信,即使经济复苏,2010年节能趋势也会更加强劲。

2.Rather, they encourage decline, entrench divisions and thus threaten the harmony they pretend to nurture.

相反,这些政策鼓励减少开支,加深分歧,因此也威胁着他们假惺惺维护的和谐。

3.Some conclude that the Shias have no real intention to share power, only to string America along while using its firepower to destroy rivals and entrench their own dominion.

一些人总结说什叶派其实毫无分享权力的意图,他们只是在糊弄美国人,仰仗美国主子的强大军力,消灭对手,以使其统治更加坚不可摧。

4.The weak comments and divergent comments from G20 officials failed to ease the worrying entrench in bearish sentiment.

来自20国集团官员的疲软意见和分歧意见未能减轻令人担忧的看跌情绪。

5.When it comes to opportunity we won't entrench the advantages of the fortunate few, we will do everything we can to help anybody, whatever your background, to go as far as your talents will take you.

在机会方面,我们不会巩固少数幸运儿的优势,而是不遗余力地帮助每一个人最大限度地发挥其才能,不论其背景如何。

6.But if the managers' stockholding ratio is more than or equal to 32.88%, the increasement of the managers' stockholding may raise the agent costs and entrench upon external Stockholders.

而如果管理层持股比率大于32.88%,这时增加管理层持股比率会增加公司的代理成本,导致管理层对外部股东的利益侵占。

7.It may also entrench deflation.

它也可能使通货紧缩更加难以逆转。

8.Education reforms aim to entrench 确立 critical thinking skills among students.

教育改革旨在确立学生的批判性思维技能。

9.The law was designed to entrench 巩固 civil rights for all citizens.

这项法律旨在巩固所有公民的民权。

10.The new policies will help to entrench 巩固 environmental protections in the region.

这些新政策将有助于巩固该地区的环境保护。

11.The company plans to entrench 加固 its market position by investing in technology.

公司计划通过投资技术来加固其市场地位。

12.These traditions have been entrenched 根深蒂固 in the community for generations.

这些传统在社区中已经根深蒂固了几代人。

作文

In modern society, the concept of rights and freedoms is often taken for granted. However, these rights are not always guaranteed; they can be fragile and require constant vigilance to protect them. One of the most significant threats to individual liberties is when governments or institutions attempt to entrench their power. To entrench means to firmly establish something so that it is difficult to change or remove. This can occur in various forms, such as legislation, social norms, or even cultural practices that limit personal freedoms. For instance, when a government enacts laws that limit freedom of speech, it is attempting to entrench its control over public discourse. These laws may be justified under the guise of maintaining order or protecting national security, yet they serve to stifle dissent and suppress diverse viewpoints. The entrenchment of such laws can lead to a slippery slope where more and more freedoms are gradually eroded. Moreover, the entrenchment of power can also manifest in economic systems. For example, monopolistic practices can entrench a company's dominance in the market. When one company controls a significant share of the market, it can dictate prices, limit competition, and ultimately harm consumers. This economic entrenchment can stifle innovation and reduce the quality of goods and services available. Socially, we see entrenchment in the form of systemic inequalities. Discriminatory practices that have been normalized over generations can entrench social hierarchies based on race, gender, or class. For instance, if certain groups are consistently denied access to quality education or job opportunities, this creates a cycle of disadvantage that is hard to break. The entrenchment of these societal structures requires active efforts to dismantle, which can be a challenging and lengthy process. The fight against entrenchment is not just about recognizing these issues but also about taking action to promote change. Advocacy, education, and community engagement are vital in challenging the status quo. By raising awareness about the dangers of entrenchment, individuals can mobilize support and push for reforms that protect and expand freedoms. In conclusion, understanding the implications of entrench and entrenchment is crucial in our efforts to safeguard individual rights and foster a more equitable society. Whether it is through political, economic, or social lenses, the entrenchment of power poses significant risks that we must actively combat. Only through vigilance and proactive measures can we ensure that our rights and freedoms are not only protected but also expanded for future generations.

在现代社会,权利和自由的概念常常被视为理所当然。然而,这些权利并不总是得到保障;它们可能是脆弱的,需要不断的警惕来保护它们。对个人自由的一个重大威胁是政府或机构试图巩固其权力。巩固的意思是坚固地建立某事,以至于很难改变或移除。这可以以各种形式出现,例如立法、社会规范,甚至限制个人自由的文化实践。例如,当一个政府颁布限制言论自由的法律时,它试图巩固对公共话语的控制。这些法律可能以维护秩序或保护国家安全的名义被辩解,但它们实际上会压制异议和多样化的观点。这样的法律的巩固可能导致一种滑坡效应,越来越多的自由逐渐被侵蚀。此外,权力的巩固也可以在经济系统中表现出来。例如,垄断行为可以巩固一家公司在市场中的主导地位。当一家公司控制了市场的显著份额时,它可以决定价格、限制竞争,并最终伤害消费者。这种经济上的巩固可能会抑制创新,降低可用商品和服务的质量。在社会上,我们看到巩固以系统性不平等的形式存在。经过几代人正常化的歧视性做法可以巩固基于种族、性别或阶级的社会等级。例如,如果某些群体始终被剥夺接受优质教育或就业机会的权利,这就形成了一个难以打破的劣势循环。这些社会结构的巩固需要积极的努力来拆解,这可能是一个具有挑战性和漫长的过程。抵抗巩固的斗争不仅仅是认识到这些问题,还要采取行动以促进变革。倡导、教育和社区参与在挑战现状方面至关重要。通过提高对巩固危险的认识,个人可以动员支持,推动保护和扩展自由的改革。总之,理解巩固巩固的影响对于我们保护个人权利和促进更公平的社会的努力至关重要。无论是通过政治、经济还是社会的视角,权力的巩固都带来了重大风险,我们必须积极抵抗。只有通过警惕和积极的措施,我们才能确保我们的权利和自由不仅受到保护,而且为未来的世代扩展。