precipitateKK [prɪˈsɪpɪˌtet] ｜ /prɪˈsɪpɪˌteɪt/
GEPT 中高級
C2verb
to cause something to happen suddenly or unexpectedly
The sudden heavy rainfall precipitated a flood in the neighborhood.
促成；引發
C2verb
to throw something with force or violence
During the riot, some protesters made the destructive choice to precipitate rocks and bottles at the police.
猛力投擲；拋擲
C2verb
to fall from the sky as rain, snow, or hail
The dark clouds gathered overhead, and soon, the rain began to precipitate heavily, drenching everything in sight.
C2adjective
done quickly, without taking the time to consider the possible results or consequences of your actions
He made a precipitate decision to quit his job without having another one lined up.
C2noun
a solid substance that separates from a liquid mixture or solution
After adding the chemical reagent, a white precipitate formed at the bottom of the test tube.