C2 noun /ˈækmi/

acme

頂点

Meaning

the highest point of achievement or excellence

Example

Winning the award was the acme of his career.

賞を獲得することが彼のキャリアの頂点でした。

C2 adverb /əˈsɪdʒuəsli/

assiduously

熱心に

Meaning

with great care and persistence

Example

He worked assiduously to complete the project before the deadline.

彼は締め切り前にプロジェクトを完了するために熱心に働きました。

C1 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

順応させる

Meaning

to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize

Example

She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.

彼女は新しいチームのニーズにすぐ順応した。

C2 noun /æmˈbroʊʒə/

ambrosia

神の食べ物

Meaning

The food of the gods in classical mythology; something extremely pleasing to taste or smell.

Example

The dessert was so delicious that it tasted like ambrosia.

デザートはあまりにも美味しくて、アンブロージアのような味がしました。

B1 noun /əˈsɛmbli/

assembly

集会

Meaning

a group of people gathered together for a common purpose or the act of putting parts together to form something

Example

The school held an assembly to discuss the new rules.

学校は新しい規則について話し合うために集会を開きました。

B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

中毒

Meaning

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

Example

Many people are addicted to social media.

多くの人々がソーシャルメディアに中毒しています。

C1 noun ˈælərdʒən

allergen

アレルギー反応を引き起こす物質

Meaning

A substance that causes an allergic reaction.

Example

Pollen is a common allergen that affects many people.

花粉は多くの人々に影響を与える一般的なアレルゲンです。

C1 noun /əˈrɪəz/

arrears

未払い

Meaning

Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier.

Example

She was months in arrears with her electricity bill.

彼女は電気代の未払いが数ヶ月遅れていた。

B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

十分な; 充実した; 余裕のある

Meaning

large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough

Example

We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.

プロジェクトを締め切り前に終わらせるための十分な時間があります。

C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛfələs/

acephalous

Meaning

having no leader or head; headless

Example

The acephalous group soon fell into disorganization.

C2 adjective /əˈɡɒɡ/

agog

Meaning

Highly excited by eagerness, curiosity, or anticipation.

Example

The children were agog with excitement as they waited for the magician to appear.

C2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪfɪs/

artifice

策略

Meaning

clever or cunning devices or tricks used to deceive others

Example

The politician's charm was nothing but artifice.

その政治家の魅力は単なる策略にすぎなかった。

C2 verb /əˈmælɡəmeɪt/

amalgamate

合併する

Meaning

to combine or unite to form one organization or structure; to merge

Example

The two companies decided to amalgamate their operations.

二つの会社は運営を合併することを決定しました。

C2 noun /ˈændaɪərn/

andiron

木材を支える金属製のスタンド

Meaning

a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs

Example

The logs rested on the andirons in the old fireplace.

古い暖炉のアンダイロンの上に木材が置かれていた。

C1 noun /ˌædəˈreɪʃən/

adoration

崇拝 / 深い愛

Meaning

deep love and respect; worship

Example

The fans showed their adoration for the singer.

ファンは歌手に対して自分の愛情を示した。

C2 noun əˈkjuː.ə.ti

acuity

鋭敏さ

Meaning

Sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing.

Example

His intellectual acuity made him a brilliant scientist.

彼の知的な鋭敏さは彼を優れた科学者にしました。

C2 noun /əˈpɜːrtənəns/

appurtenance

付属物 / 付加部分

Meaning

an accessory or supplementary part of something

Example

The garage is an appurtenance of the main house.

ガレージはメインハウスの付属物です。

B1 noun, adjective, gerund /ˈæk.tɪŋ/

acting

演技

Meaning

the art or profession of performing in plays, films, or television; temporary performance of duties; the process of performing an action

Example

She is studying acting to become a professional actress.

彼女はプロの女優になるために演技を勉強しています。

C2 noun /ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/

aphorism

Meaning

a short, witty saying that expresses a general truth or principle

Example

He began his speech with an aphorism about life and success.

B2 noun, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

暴行

Meaning

a physical attack or to attack someone violently

Example

He was charged with assault after the fight.

喧嘩の後で暴行の罪で起訴されました。

A1 adjective /ˈæŋ.ɡri/

Angry

怒っている; 怒った;

Meaning

feeling or showing strong displeasure; furious; irritated

Example

She was angry because someone had broken her favorite vase.

彼女は誰かが彼女のお気に入りの花瓶を壊したので怒っていた。

A2 conjunction /ɔːlˈðoʊ/

although

しかし

Meaning

in spite of the fact that; even though

Example

Although it was raining, they went for a walk.

しかし、雨が降っていたが、彼らは散歩に出かけた。

B2 noun /əˈtɜːrni/

attorney

弁護士

Meaning

a person who practices law; a lawyer

Example

She hired an attorney to represent her in court.

彼女は裁判所で彼女を代表するために弁護士を雇いました。

C2 adjective /əˈkjuː.zəˌtɔːr.i/

accusatory

非難の

Meaning

Suggesting blame or indicating someone has done wrong.

Example

He gave her an accusatory glance.

彼は彼女に非難の目を向けた。

B1 noun /əˈnaʊnsmənt/

announcement

発表

Meaning

a public or formal statement giving information

Example

The principal made an important announcement about the new schedule.

校長は新しいスケジュールについて重要な発表をしました。

C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːspɪsɪz/

auspices

後援

Meaning

Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.

Example

The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.

会議は国連の後援の下で行われました。

C2 noun /ˈæntɪk/

antic

ユーモア

Meaning

a playful, funny, or silly act or gesture

Example

The children laughed at the clown’s antics.

子供たちはクラウンのユーモアに笑いました。

A2 adjective /əˈlaɪv/

Alive

生きている; 死んでいない; 生命とエネルギーに満ちている

Meaning

living; not dead; full of life and energy

Example

The old man is still alive and healthy.

その老人は今でも生きていて健康です。

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

アプリコット

Meaning

a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh

Example

The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.

アプリコットの木は夏に甘い果物を実らせる。

C2 verb /əˈfaɪəns/

affiance

婚約する

Meaning

to promise or pledge marriage; to formally engage

Example

They decided to affiance after years of friendship.

長年の友情の後、彼らは婚約することを決めた。

B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

Meaning

a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful

Example

He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.

C2 noun /ˈɑːm.lət/

Armlet

アームレット

Meaning

a band worn around the upper arm as an ornament

Example

The traditional dancer wore golden armlets that gleamed in the spotlight.

伝統的なダンサーは、スポットライトの中で輝く金色のアームレットを着けていました。

B2 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

天文学的

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

天文学的な価格はその排他性を反映しています。

C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

背教

Meaning

The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.

Example

His public apostasy shocked his followers.

彼の公然の背教は彼の支持者を驚かせました。

B1 noun /ˈɔː.θər/

Author

著者

Meaning

a person who writes books, articles, or other written work

Example

The author spent three years writing her bestselling novel.

その著者は、彼女のベストセラー小説を書くのに3年を費やしました。

C2 noun /ˌædjʊˈleɪʃən/

adulation

過度な賞賛

Meaning

excessive admiration or flattery

Example

The singer enjoyed the adulation of her fans.

歌手はファンたちの過度な賞賛を楽しんでいました。

A2 adjective /əˈmeɪzɪŋ/

amazing

驚くべき

Meaning

causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing

Example

The magician performed an amazing trick.

マジシャンは驚くべきトリックを見せた。

B1 noun əˈreɪndʒmənt

arrangement

配置

Meaning

The way things are organized, positioned, or structured.

Example

The arrangement of protons in the nucleus is critical.

原子核内の陽子の配置は重要です。

B2 verb /əˈlɛdʒ/

allege

主張する

Meaning

to claim or assert something, typically without proof

Example

The witness alleged that the man was at the crime scene.

証人はその男性が犯罪現場にいたと主張した。

C2 verb /əˈlɪtəreɪt/

alliterate

頭韻を踏む

Meaning

to repeat the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in a phrase or sentence

Example

The poet often alliterates words to create rhythm.

詩人はしばしばリズムを作り出すために言葉をアリテレートします。

A1 noun ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

Activities

活動

Meaning

A thing that a person or group does or has done.

Example

Productive activities drive progress.

生産的な活動は進展を促進します。

B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

隣接する

Meaning

পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;

Example

The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.

ホテルはショッピングモールの隣にあります。

C1 noun /əˈtaɪər/

attire

衣装

Meaning

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

Example

She wore traditional attire at the wedding ceremony.

彼女は結婚式で伝統的な衣装を着ていた。

C1 noun əˈtrɪʃ.ən

attrition

減耗

Meaning

The process of reducing something's strength or effectiveness through sustained attack or pressure.

Example

The company faced high employee attrition due to job dissatisfaction.

会社は仕事への不満により従業員の高い離職率に直面した。

A2 adjective, adverb, interjection /ɔːlˈraɪt/

alright

大丈夫

Meaning

satisfactory or acceptable; safe or unharmed; used to express agreement or acknowledgment

Example

Everything is going to be alright.

すべて大丈夫です。

C1 noun /ədˈmɪtəns/

admittance

入場

Meaning

the process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place

Example

No admittance without a valid ticket.

有効なチケットなしでは入場できません。

C1 adjective /ˈædəmənt/

Adamant

頑固な; 断固とした; 不屈の

Meaning

একগুঁয়ে; জেদী; দৃঢ়সংকল্প; অনমনীয়;

Example

She was adamant about her decision to leave the company.

彼女は会社を辞める決断に対して頑固だった。

B1 adjective əkˈsep.tɪd

accepted

受け入れられた

Meaning

Generally believed or recognized to be valid or correct.

Example

The accepted terms were discussed in detail.

受け入れられた条件は詳細に議論されました。

C2 noun /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

apparition

幻影

Meaning

A ghostly figure or an unusual or unexpected appearance.

Example

The children were frightened by the sudden apparition in the old house.

子供たちは古い家で突然現れた幻影に驚きました。

B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

驚くべき

Meaning

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

Example

The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.

その驚くべき発見は、私たちが宇宙を見る方法を変えました。

C2 noun /ˈæbɪs/

abbess

アッベッサ (修道院の女性院長)

Meaning

the woman in charge of a convent of nuns

Example

The abbess welcomed the visitors to the convent.

アッベッサは修道院に訪問者を迎えました。

C1 noun /ˈɔːtəkræt/

autocrat

独裁者

Meaning

A ruler with absolute power.

Example

The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist.

そのオートクラットは鉄の拳で国を支配していました。

B2 noun /əkˈsɛsəri/

accessory

アクセサリー; 犯罪に加担する人物

Meaning

a thing which can be added to something else to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive; a person who assists in committing a crime

Example

She bought some stylish accessories for her new phone.

彼女は新しい電話のためにいくつかのスタイリッシュなアクセサリーを買いました。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

脇の下

Meaning

the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder

Example

He applied deodorant to his armpit.

彼は脇の下にデオドラントを塗った。

C1 noun ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks

aerodynamics

Meaning

The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.

Example

The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency.

C1 noun /ˈæmplɪtjuːd/

amplitude

振幅

Meaning

the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, or the size of something

Example

The amplitude of the earthquake was measured on the Richter scale.

地震の振幅はリヒター・スケールで測定されました。

C2 adverb /əˈskæns/

askance

疑いの目で

Meaning

With suspicion, mistrust, or disapproval.

Example

She looked askance at his unusual proposal.

彼女は彼の異常な提案を疑いの目で見た。

C2 verb /əˈvʌls/

avulse

引き裂く

Meaning

to tear away or separate forcibly, especially in medical or geological contexts

Example

The surgeon had to avulse the damaged tissue during the operation.

外科医は手術中に損傷した組織を引き裂かなければならなかった。

B1 adjective /ˈæktʃuəl/

actual

実際の

Meaning

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

Example

The actual cost was higher than expected.

実際のコストは予想より高かった。

B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

天文学者

Meaning

a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe

Example

The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.

天文学者は望遠鏡を使って新しい彗星を観察しました。

C2 adjective /əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/

anachronistic

時代錯誤の

Meaning

belonging to a period other than that being portrayed; old-fashioned or outdated

Example

His views on gender roles are considered anachronistic.

彼の性別役割に関する見解は時代遅れと見なされている。

A2 verb (past tense / past participle) /əˈtræktɪd/

attracted

惹かれた

Meaning

felt interest or liking toward someone or something; was drawn by appeal or force

Example

She was attracted to the idea of studying abroad.

彼女は留学するという考えに惹かれた。

C2 verb /əˈdʒʊər/

adjure

誓約させる

Meaning

to urge or command someone solemnly, often under oath or a strong sense of duty

Example

The witness was adjured to tell the truth in court.

証人は法廷で真実を話すように命じられた。

A2 verb /ˈædɪd/

added

追加された

Meaning

to join something to something else to increase its size, number, or amount

Example

She added sugar to her coffee.

彼女はコーヒーに砂糖を加えました。

C2 verb /ˌæd ˈlɪb/

ad-lib

即興

Meaning

to speak or perform without preparation; to improvise

Example

The comedian ad-libbed a joke when the microphone failed.

コメディアンはマイクの故障でジョークをアドリブしました。

A1 noun /eər/

Air

空気

Meaning

the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth; a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen

Example

Fresh air is essential for good health.

新鮮な空気は健康に不可欠です。

B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

農業

Meaning

The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.

Example

Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.

持続可能な農業は環境保護に役立ちます。

C1 adjective /ɔːˈtʌmnəl/

autumnal

秋の

Meaning

relating to or characteristic of autumn; occurring in autumn

Example

The autumnal colors of red and gold filled the forest.

赤と金の秋の色が森を満たした。

C1 noun /əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

affinity

親近感

Meaning

A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.

Example

She has an affinity for classical music.

彼女はクラシック音楽に親近感を持っています。

A1 verb /æd/

add

追加する

Meaning

to join something to something else; to include

Example

Please add sugar to my coffee.

コーヒーに砂糖を加えてください。

C1 verb /ˈæɡənaɪz/

agonize

苦しむ

Meaning

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

Example

She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision.

彼女は自分が正しい決断を下したかどうかを何日も悩んでいました。

C2 adjective ˌeə.rəʊˈstæt.ɪk

aerostatic

気圧静的な

Meaning

Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.

Example

Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes.

エアロスタティックデザインは高高度での安定性を確保します。

B1 adjective /ænˈtiːk/

Antique

アンティーク; 古い;

Meaning

old and valuable; belonging to ancient times

Example

She collected antique furniture from the Victorian era.

彼女はヴィクトリア時代のアンティーク家具を集めました。

C2 noun /ˌænɪˈmɒmɪtər/

anemometer

アネモメーター

Meaning

An instrument used to measure the speed and direction of wind.

Example

The scientist used an anemometer to record the wind speed during the storm.

科学者は嵐の間に風速を記録するためにアネモメーターを使用しました。

C1 noun /ˈæbsɛs/

abscess

膿瘍

Meaning

A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.

Example

The dentist treated the abscess in his tooth.

歯医者は彼の歯の膿瘍を治療しました。

C1 noun /ˌeɪ.li.əˈneɪ.ʃən/

alienation

疎外

Meaning

The state of being isolated or estranged from a group or activity.

Example

The new policies created a sense of alienation among employees.

新しい政策は従業員の間に疎外感を生み出しました。

C1 adverb /əˈfrɛʃ/

afresh

再び

Meaning

From the beginning, in a new way.

Example

After the failure, they started the project afresh.

失敗後、彼らは新たにプロジェクトを始めた。

C1 noun /ˈæftərˌθɔːt/

afterthought

Meaning

Something added or considered later than originally planned.

Example

The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture.

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利な; 有害な; 否定的な

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

厳しい天候条件がイベントを中止させました。

C1 noun /ɑːrˈmɑːdə/

armada

戦艦艦隊

Meaning

A large fleet of warships.

Example

The Spanish Armada sailed against England in 1588.

スペインのアルマダは1588年にイギリスに対して出航した。

B2 adjective /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/

Authentic

本物の; 真実の; 偽物ではない

Meaning

genuine; real; not fake or copied

Example

The museum displays only authentic artifacts from ancient civilizations.

博物館は古代文明からの本物の遺物のみを展示しています。

B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

占星術

Meaning

the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs

Example

She studied astrology to understand her future.

彼女は未来を理解するために占星術を勉強した。

C1 noun /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

actuality

現実

Meaning

The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.

Example

The movie was based on historical actuality.

その映画は歴史的な現実に基づいています。

B1 adjective /əˈdɪʃənəl/

additional

追加の

Meaning

added, extra, or supplementary to what already exists

Example

The teacher gave the students additional homework.

先生は生徒に追加の宿題を出しました。

A2 noun /əˈpɪə.rəns/

Appearance

外見; 出現; 表れ

Meaning

the way that someone or something looks; an act of performing or participating in a public event

Example

Her appearance at the event surprised everyone.

イベントでの彼女の登場は皆を驚かせた。

C2 verb /əˈsweɪdʒ/

assuage

和らげる

Meaning

To make an unpleasant feeling less intense; to ease or relieve.

Example

The kind words helped assuage her anxiety.

優しい言葉が彼女の不安を和らげるのに役立ちました。

B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

農業の

Meaning

Connected with farming.

Example

Agricultural advancements enhance food security.

農業の進展は食料安全保障を強化します。

C1 verb /əˈskraɪb/

ascribe

帰属する、割り当てる

Meaning

To attribute something to a cause, source, or person.

Example

Many scholars ascribe the poem to an unknown author.

多くの学者はこの詩を未知の作者に帰属させている。

C2 noun /əˈdɛndəm/

addendum

補遺

Meaning

an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book

Example

The report included an addendum with updated statistics.

報告書には更新された統計データが含まれている補遺が含まれていた。

B1 noun ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv

alternative

代替案

Meaning

(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.

Example

Finding an alternative to plastic is essential.

プラスチックの代替品を見つけることは重要です。

B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

一致

Meaning

agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes

Example

The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.

その方針は国際法に従って実施された。

B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

反差別的

Meaning

Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.

Example

The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.

反差別的運動は画期的でした。

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

適応機能

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

植物の適応機能は、冬に成長するのを助けます。

A2 verb /əˈreɪndʒ/

arrange

並べる

Meaning

to organize or put in order; to plan or prepare

Example

She arranged the flowers in a vase.

彼女は花を花瓶に並べた。

B1 noun /ˈeər fɔːrs/

Air force

空軍

Meaning

the military organization of a country that uses aircraft for fighting

Example

The air force conducted a training exercise over the mountains.

空軍は山脈の上で訓練演習を行った。

B2 noun /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Meaning

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

Example

The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

抗酸化物質

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.

Example

Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.

果物や野菜には抗酸化物質が豊富に含まれています。

C1 adjective /əˈnæl.ə.ɡəs/

analogous

類似

Meaning

Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of things being compared.

Example

The human brain is analogous to a supercomputer.

人間の脳はスーパーコンピュータに類似している。

C1 noun /ˈælkoʊv/

alcove

アルコーブ

Meaning

A small recessed section of a room or a nook.

Example

She placed a reading chair in the alcove near the window.

彼女は窓の近くのアルコーブに読書用の椅子を置きました。

C2 noun /əˈstɪɡmətɪzəm/

astigmatism

乱視

Meaning

An eye defect causing blurred vision due to irregular curvature of the cornea or lens.

Example

She wears glasses to correct her astigmatism.

彼女は乱視を矯正するために眼鏡をかけています。

C1 adjective /əˈnɒmələs/

anomalous

異常

Meaning

deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected

Example

Scientists observed an anomalous result during the experiment.

科学者たちは実験中に異常な結果を観察しました。

B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

攻撃性

Meaning

hostile or violent behavior towards others

Example

His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.

彼の突然の攻撃性は会議で誰もが驚いた。

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

おおよその

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

その費用はおおよそのもので、後で変わるかもしれません。

B1 noun /əˈfer/

Affair

事柄; 出来事;

Meaning

an event or situation; a matter that someone deals with

Example

The wedding was a grand affair with hundreds of guests.

結婚式は何百人ものゲストを招待した壮大な出来事でした。

C2 noun /əˈplɒm/

aplomb

Meaning

Complete and confident self-assurance or poise.

Example

She handled the difficult questions with aplomb.

C1 noun /ədˈhɪərənt/

adherent

支持者

Meaning

a person who supports or follows a particular belief, cause, or leader

Example

He is a strong adherent of democratic values.

彼は民主的な価値観の強力な支持者です。

C1 noun /əˈbændənmənt/

abandonment

見捨て

Meaning

the act of leaving someone or something behind completely; the state of being deserted

Example

The child suffered deep emotional pain because of abandonment.

その子供は見捨てられたことで深い感情的な痛みを受けた。

A1 noun /ɑːrt/

art

芸術

Meaning

the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination

Example

She studied art at the university.

彼女は大学で芸術を学びました。

C2 noun /əˈpɜːrtənənsɪz/

appurtenances

付属物

Meaning

Additional items or accessories associated with something, often used in a legal or property context.

Example

The house was sold along with all its appurtenances, including the garage and garden.

その家は、ガレージや庭を含むすべての付属物と一緒に売られました。

C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənt/

antecedent

先例

Meaning

something that came before; a previous event, condition, or cause

Example

The cultural antecedents of this festival go back centuries.

この祭りの文化的な先例は何世紀も前に遡ります。

C1 verb /ədˈmɒnɪʃ/

admonish

注意する / 叱る

Meaning

to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly

Example

The teacher admonished the students for being late.

先生は遅刻した生徒を注意しました。

C2 noun /ænˈtɪpədiːz/

antipodes

Meaning

places on opposite sides of the Earth; also refers to things that are direct opposites

Example

Australia and Britain are often considered antipodes of each other.

C1 noun /əˈstrɑː.lə.dʒər/

Astrologer

占星術師

Meaning

a person who studies astrology and makes predictions based on the positions of stars and planets

Example

The astrologer predicted good fortune in her future.

その占星術師は、彼女の未来に良い運命があると予測しました。

C1 verb /əˈpɛnd/

append

追加する

Meaning

to add something as an attachment or supplement, usually at the end of a document or list

Example

She decided to append a note to the end of the report.

彼女は報告書の最後にメモを追加することに決めました。

C2 noun /əˌpɒθiˈoʊsɪs/

apotheosis

頂点, 完璧な例

Meaning

The highest point of development; the perfect example of something; the elevation of someone to divine status.

Example

Many see the Renaissance as the apotheosis of art and culture in Europe.

多くの人々はルネサンスをヨーロッパの芸術と文化の頂点と見なしています。

C1 noun /əˈkwɪtl/

acquittal

Meaning

a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged

Example

The acquittal of the accused shocked the public.

B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

放棄する

Meaning

to give up completely; to leave permanently

Example

They had to abandon their house due to flooding.

彼らは洪水のために家を放棄しなければならなかった。

A2 verb /əˈtrækt/

attract

引き付ける

Meaning

to cause someone to have interest or draw something towards

Example

The flowers attract bees with their bright colors.

花はその鮮やかな色で蜂を引き寄せます。

C1 noun ˈæk.si.əm

axiom

公理

Meaning

A statement or principle that is considered true and does not require proof.

Example

Actions speak louder than words is a well-known axiom.

行動は言葉よりも雄弁である、それはよく知られた公理です。

C1 verb /eɪl/

ail

病む

Meaning

to be ill or suffer from a physical or mental problem; to trouble or afflict

Example

She has been ailing since last winter.

彼女は去年の冬から病んでいます。

B1 noun /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/

application

申請 / アプリケーション / ソフトウェア

Meaning

a formal request for something; the act of putting something into operation; or a software program

Example

She submitted her application for the scholarship.

彼女は奨学金の申請を提出しました。