concerted
UK [kən'sɜ:.tɪd] US [-'sɝ:.tˌɪd] adjective [usually before noun]
■planned or done together for a shared purpose 一致的；协商好的；共同筹划的•The richer countries of the world should take concerted action to help the poorer countries.世界上较富有的国家应该共同采取行动来帮助较贫困的国家。 •The D-Day invasion was a concerted exercise by the armed forces of Britain, the US and Canada.诺曼地登陆行动是英国、美国和加拿大军队的一次联合行动。 ■describes an effort or attempt that is determined and serious 协同一致的；齐心协力的；全力以赴的•There has been a concerted campaign against the proposals.人们一致行动反对这些提议。 •He's making a concerted effort to improve his appearance.他在竭尽全力改善自己的形象。 |