amidst

• 正式或书面介词，表示处于某种环境、情况、群体或事件之中，或在其过程中；与 amid 意义相同，但语气更文雅、更具诗意或带英式色彩。

A formal or literary preposition indicating being surrounded by, in the middle of, or during a particular situation, environment, or group; functionally equivalent to 'amid' but with a more elevated, poetic, or British English register.

1. Surrounded by or in the middle of physical objectsC1formalbritishart

   Used to indicate that someone or something is physically located among or surrounded by other objects, people, or elements in space, often with a literary or descriptive tone.

   在……之中，被……环绕

   • The ancient church stood amidst the rolling hills.
   • She wandered amidst the ruins of the old city.
   • A single candle burned amidst the darkness.
   • He moved silently amidst the trees.

2. During or in the context of a situation or eventC1formalbritishpolitical

   Used to indicate that something happens or exists during a particular circumstance, atmosphere, or ongoing event, often emphasizing the contrast between the subject and its surrounding context.

   在…之中，在…背景下

   • The agreement was reached amidst intense negotiations.
   • Amidst the celebrations, a note of sadness remained.
   • She maintained her composure amidst the turmoil.
   • Amidst all the changes, one principle remained constant.

3. Among a group of abstract elements or qualitiesC1formalbritish

   Used to indicate presence within a collection of non-physical elements such as emotions, ideas, doubts, or intangible factors, often in reflective or philosophical contexts.

   在抽象事物之中

   • Amidst the confusion, a clear plan emerged.
   • He found clarity amidst the doubts.
   • Amidst differing perspectives, common ground was discovered.
   • Truth shone brightly amidst the lies.

4. In the presence of contrasting or opposing forcesC1formalbritish

   Used to highlight that something exists, persists, or occurs despite, or in notable contrast to, surrounding opposing forces, difficulties, or adverse circumstances.

   在逆境中，面对对立力量

   • Amidst the criticism, her resolve only strengthened.
   • Hope persisted amidst the despair.
   • Amidst the noise of the city, she found silence within.
   • Trust was forged amidst years of betrayal.