B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

親しくする

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce

Example

Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.

機械を操作する前に、安全ガイドラインを確認してください。

C1 noun /ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/

abstinence

禁欲、節制

Meaning

the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or sex

Example

His doctor advised abstinence from alcohol for better health.

彼の医者は健康のためにアルコールを控えるように助言しました。

C1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒɪst/

apologist

擁護者

Meaning

a person who defends or justifies something, often a controversial belief or institution

Example

He is known as an apologist for authoritarian regimes.

彼は権威主義的な政権の擁護者として知られています。

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 noun /əˌtɜːni ˈdʒɛnərəl/

attorney-general

司法長官

Meaning

The chief legal officer of a state or country.

Example

The attorney-general announced new reforms to strengthen justice.

司法長官は司法の強化のための新しい改革を発表しました。

C2 noun /ˈɑːr.bɪ.trɑːʒ/

arbitrage

アービトラージ

Meaning

The simultaneous buying and selling of securities in different markets to take advantage of differing prices.

Example

Investors use arbitrage to make profits in global markets.

投資家はアービトラージを利用してグローバル市場で利益を得ます。

C2 adjective /ænˈhaɪdrəs/

anhydrous

Meaning

Containing no water.

Example

The chemist used anhydrous ammonia for the experiment.

C1 adjective /ˈɑːrɡjuəbl/

arguable

議論の余地がある

Meaning

open to debate or discussion; not certain and capable of being argued for or against

Example

It is arguable that technology has improved our quality of life.

テクノロジーが私たちの生活の質を向上させたと言うのは議論の余地がある。

C2 noun /əˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

annuity

年金

Meaning

a fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life

Example

She receives an annuity from her late husband's insurance policy.

彼女は故夫の保険契約から年金を受け取っています。

C2 noun/adjective /ælˈbaɪ.noʊ/

albino

アルビノ (色素が欠けている人/動物)

Meaning

A person, animal, or plant lacking normal pigmentation, resulting in pale skin, hair, and eyes.

Example

The albino rabbit had white fur and pink eyes.

アルビノウサギは白い毛とピンクの目を持っていました。

B1 adjective /əˈtætʃt/

attached

添付された

Meaning

joined or fastened to something; emotionally connected or fond of someone or something

Example

The file is attached to the email.

ファイルはメールに添付されています。

B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

Meaning

relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means

Example

We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.

A1 adverb /əˈɡoʊ/

ago

以前

Meaning

Used to indicate how long before the present something happened.

Example

I met her two years ago.

私は2年前に彼女に会いました。

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。

A2 adjective ˈæv.ər.ɪdʒ

average

平均

Meaning

A number expressing the central or typical value in a set of data; constituting the result obtained by adding together several amounts and then dividing this total by the number of amounts.

Example

The average score reflects overall performance.

平均スコアは全体的なパフォーマンスを反映します。

A2 noun /ˈæroʊ/

arrow

矢

Meaning

a thin, straight weapon with a pointed tip, shot from a bow

Example

The hunter shot an arrow at the target.

猟師はターゲットに矢を射った。

B1 adjective ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl

artificial

人工の

Meaning

Made by humans; not occurring naturally

Example

Artificial systems are transforming industries.

人工システムは産業を変革しています。

C1 adjective əsˈtjuːt

astute

鋭いまたは抜け目のない

Meaning

Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

Example

His astute observations helped solve the complex problem.

彼の鋭い観察が複雑な問題を解決するのに役立った。

B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

尾のない猿に似た大型の霊長類 / まねする

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

子供たちは大人の行動をよくまねします。

C1 adjective /ˌæntiˈsleɪvəri/

antislavery

奴隷制度反対

Meaning

Opposed to the practice or system of slavery.

Example

The antislavery movement gained momentum in the 19th century.

奴隷制度反対運動は19世紀に勢いを増した。

C2 noun /ˈæn.əlz/

annals

年鑑

Meaning

Historical records of events, usually arranged chronologically.

Example

Her name will be remembered in the annals of science.

彼女の名前は科学の年鑑に記録されるだろう。

B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

驚かせる

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

そのマジシャンの最後のトリックは観客全員を驚かせた。

B1 adjective /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/

associated

allow

許可する

Meaning

to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something

Example

The teacher did not allow phones in class.

先生はクラスで電話を許可しませんでした。

A2 noun /ˈɛər.laɪn/

airline

航空会社

Meaning

A company that provides regular flights for passengers and goods.

Example

The airline announced a discount on international tickets.

その航空会社は国際線チケットの割引を発表しました。

B1 noun /ˈeə.rə.pleɪn/

Aeroplane

飛行機

Meaning

a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces

Example

The aeroplane took off smoothly from the airport runway.

飛行機は空港の滑走路から滑らかに離陸した。

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。

C1 verb /ænˈtæɡənaɪz/

antagonize

挑発する

Meaning

to cause someone to become hostile or angry; to provoke opposition

Example

His rude remarks only served to antagonize his colleagues.

彼の失礼な言葉は彼の同僚をアンタゴナイズすることにしかならなかった。

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。

B1 adverb /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

automatically

自動的に

Meaning

without human control or intervention; done by itself

Example

The door closes automatically after you enter.

ドアは自動的に閉まります。

B1 noun /əˈsɪstəns/

Assistance

援助; 支援

Meaning

the action of helping someone with a job or task; support

Example

She offered her assistance with the project.

彼女はプロジェクトで援助を提供しました。

B1 adverb /əˈperəntli/

Apparently

明らかに;

Meaning

seemingly; as far as one knows or can see; clearly; evidently

Example

Apparently, the meeting has been postponed to next week.

明らかに、会議は来週に延期されたようです。

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。

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。

C2 noun /ˈɑːrkeɪndʒəl/

archangel

Meaning

A high-ranking angel, often considered a chief messenger or leader among angels.

Example

Michael is often depicted as the most powerful archangel.

B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

手当

Meaning

a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something

Example

Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.

子供たちは家事の手伝いをすることで週刊手当を受け取ります。

A1 verb /ˈænsər/

answer

答える

Meaning

to respond to a question; to reply; to solve

Example

She will answer the phone when it rings.

彼女は電話が鳴ったら電話に出ます。

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

悪化させる

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

発疹をかくことは、状態を悪化させるだけです。

B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

修正案は進化する公共のニーズを反映しています。

C1 noun /ˈænərki/

anarchy

無政府状態

Meaning

a state of disorder due to the absence or failure of government or authority

Example

The collapse of the regime led to anarchy in the streets.

政権の崩壊は街中に無政府状態を引き起こした。

B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

アステロイド

Meaning

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Example

The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

小惑星帯は火星と木星の軌道の間にあります。

B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸性雨

Meaning

Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.

Example

Acid rain damages crops and buildings.

酸性雨は作物や建物にダメージを与えます。

C1 verb /əˈkleɪm/

acclaim

称賛する

Meaning

to praise enthusiastically and publicly

Example

The audience acclaimed the actor for his outstanding performance.

観客はその俳優の素晴らしい演技に喝采を送った。

C2 verb /ˈæmbl/

amble

ゆっくり歩く

Meaning

To walk at a slow, relaxed pace.

Example

They amble through the park on Sunday mornings.

彼らは日曜日の朝に公園をゆっくり歩いています。

C2 noun /ˈæl.mɪ.rə/

Almirah

クローゼット

Meaning

a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items

Example

I keep all my clothes in the wooden almirah.

私はすべての衣服を木製のアルミラーに保管します。

C1 verb /ˈeɪ.li.ə.neɪt/

alienate

疎外する

Meaning

To make someone feel isolated or estranged; to cause someone to become unfriendly.

Example

His rude behavior alienated many of his friends.

彼の失礼な行動は多くの友人を遠ざけた。

C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

アナーキスト

Meaning

a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority

Example

The anarchist group protested against state control.

アナーキストのグループは国家の支配に反対して抗議しました。

C1 verb /əbˈdʌkt/

abduct

誘拐する

Meaning

to take someone away illegally by force or deception

Example

The criminal tried to abduct the child in broad daylight.

犯人は白昼にその子供を誘拐しようとした。

B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

アリーナ, 会場

Meaning

a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events

Example

The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.

バスケットボールの試合は市内中心部の新しいアリーナで行われます。

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

アロエベラ

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

アロエベラの植物はオレンジ色や黄色のチューブ状の花を咲かせます。

C1 noun /ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

agitation

動揺

Meaning

a state of nervousness, excitement, or unrest; or action of stirring up public concern

Example

There was visible agitation among the crowd.

群衆の中には明らかな動揺がありました。

C2 noun /əˈnæθəmə/

anathema

アナセマ / 嫌悪された物

Meaning

something or someone intensely disliked or strongly condemned

Example

Violence is anathema to her peaceful nature.

暴力は彼女の平和的な性格にはアナセマです。

C2 verb /əˈɡriːv/

aggrieve

傷つける

Meaning

to cause distress or make someone feel resentful

Example

She felt aggrieved by the unfair decision.

彼女は不公平な決定に心を痛めていた。

C2 noun /əˌɡlɒməˈreɪʃən/

agglomeration

集積

Meaning

A mass or collection of things, sometimes clustered together.

Example

The city is an agglomeration of diverse cultures and communities.

その都市はさまざまな文化とコミュニティの集積です。

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。

B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

ニキビ

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

定期の洗浄とバランスの取れた食事は、ニキビの減少に役立ちます。

A1 determiner/pronoun /ˈɛni/

any

いずれかの

Meaning

one, some, or all, without specifying which

Example

Do you have any questions?

何か質問はありますか？

C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

消化に関連する

Meaning

relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion

Example

The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.

医者は消化管の役割について説明しました。

C1 adverb /əˈlɜːrtli/

alertly

注意深く

Meaning

in a watchful, attentive, and quick-to-notice manner

Example

She listened alertly to every sound in the dark forest.

彼女は暗い森であらゆる音を注意深く聞いていた。

B2 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

承認する

Meaning

to give official permission or approval for something

Example

The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.

マネージャーは明日支払いを承認します。

B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

分析する

Meaning

to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions

Example

Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.

科学者たちは新しいパターンを発見するためにデータを分析しています。

B1 adjective /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/

Ambitious

野心的

Meaning

having strong desire for success or achievement; aspiring

Example

She is ambitious and works hard to achieve her goals.

彼女は野心的で、目標を達成するために一生懸命働いています。

C2 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪst/

accompanist

伴奏者

Meaning

A person who plays a musical instrument to support a singer or another musician.

Example

The pianist served as the accompanist for the singer during the concert.

コンサート中にピアニストは歌手の伴奏者として活躍しました。

A1 adverb /əˈweɪ/

Away

遠く

Meaning

to or at a distance; not present; absent

Example

He walked away from the noisy crowd.

彼は騒がしい群衆から離れました。

C2 verb /ˈæsəneɪt/

assonate

韻を踏む

Meaning

To correspond or agree in sound, especially by vowel sounds; to rhyme approximately.

Example

The lines assonate beautifully, giving the song a unique flow.

その行は美しく韻を踏んでおり、歌に独特の流れを与えています。

B1 verb əˈdrɛst

addressed

対応した

Meaning

To think about and begin to deal with an issue or problem.

Example

Addressing key problems is vital for long-term change.

主要な問題に取り組むことは、長期的な変化にとって重要です。

B1 adjective /ˈæk.jə.rət/

Accurate

正確; 正しい;

Meaning

correct, exact, and without any mistakes

Example

The weather forecast was completely accurate.

天気予報は完全に正確でした。

B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

適切に

Meaning

in a satisfactory manner

Example

He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.

彼は適切に仕事を終えましたが、次回は改善できるでしょう。

C1 noun /əˈdʒeɪsənsi/

adjacency

隣接性

Meaning

The state of being next to or adjoining something else.

Example

The adjacency of the two buildings made it easy to connect them.

二つの建物の隣接性は、それらを接続するのを簡単にしました。

C1 adjective /ˈæntɪkweɪtɪd/

antiquated

時代遅れ

Meaning

Old-fashioned or outdated.

Example

The office still uses an antiquated filing system.

オフィスはまだ古くなったファイリングシステムを使用しています。

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。

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。

C2 noun /əˈfleɪtəs/

afflatus

神の啓示

Meaning

a sudden divine inspiration or creative impulse

Example

The poet wrote the verses under a sudden afflatus of inspiration.

詩人は突然の神の啓示のもとで詩を書きました。

B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

適切に

Meaning

in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation

Example

She was dressed appropriately for the event.

彼女はイベントに適切に服を着ていました。

C2 adjective /əˈkwɪzətɪv/

acquisitive

Meaning

excessively interested in acquiring money or material things

Example

The acquisitive businessman bought every piece of land he could find.

C2 verb /ˌæntɪˈsiːd/

antecede

前に来る

Meaning

to come before in time or order

Example

A short introduction usually antecedes the main text.

短い紹介は通常、本文の前に来ます。

A1 pronoun /ˈɛniwʌn/

anyone

誰か

Meaning

any person at all; used to refer to an unspecified person

Example

Does anyone know the answer to this question?

誰かこの質問の答えを知っていますか？

C2 adjective /əˈvʌŋkjələr/

avuncular

おじさんのように親切

Meaning

kind and friendly, like an uncle

Example

He had an avuncular manner that made everyone feel comfortable.

彼は、みんなが快適に感じるようなアヴァンクラールな態度を持っていました。

C2 adjective /ˌævəˈrɪʃəs/

avaricious

貪欲な

Meaning

having or showing extreme greed for wealth or material gain

Example

The avaricious landlord increased the rent unfairly.

貪欲な家主は不公平に家賃を上げました。

C1 noun /ˈæpərtʃər/

aperture

開口部 / 穴

Meaning

an opening, hole, or gap, especially one that lets in light

Example

Light entered through the small aperture in the wall.

光は壁の小さな開口部を通って入った。

A2 noun /ˈæktrəs/

actress

女優

Meaning

a female performer in plays, movies, or television

Example

The actress looked stunning on the red carpet.

その女優は赤い絨毯の上で素晴らしく見えました。

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 esˈθet.ɪks

aesthetics

美学

Meaning

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

Example

Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.

インテリアデザインは美学と機能性に焦点を当てています。

C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛptɪk/

aseptic

無菌

Meaning

Free from contamination caused by harmful microorganisms; sterile.

Example

Surgeons must work in an aseptic environment to prevent infection.

外科医は感染を防ぐために無菌環境で作業しなければならない。

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。

B1 noun ˈɔːdioʊ ˈlɛsənz

audio lessons

オーディオレッスン

Meaning

Educational content delivered through sound recordings, typically used for language learning and skill development.

Example

Audio lessons are useful for listening skills.

オーディオレッスンはリスニングスキルに役立ちます。

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.

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。

C1 noun ɔːˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

austerity

緊縮

Meaning

Simple and disciplined lifestyle, avoiding luxury.

Example

The government implemented austerity measures to reduce expenses.

政府は支出を削減するために緊縮策を実施した。

B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

感謝する

Meaning

to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for

Example

I really appreciate your help with this project.

このプロジェクトでのあなたの助けに本当に感謝しています。

C2 noun /ˈæp.ɪˌkʌl.tʃər/

apiculture

養蜂業

Meaning

The practice of keeping and raising bees for honey and other products.

Example

Apiculture plays a vital role in agriculture by supporting pollination.

養蜂業は農業において重要な役割を果たしており、受粉をサポートしています。

C1 adjective, noun /əbˈzɔːrbənt/

absorbent

吸収性のある

Meaning

able to soak up liquid, moisture, or energy easily; a material or substance that absorbs

Example

This towel is highly absorbent and dries quickly.

このタオルはとても吸収性が高く、すぐ乾きます。

C2 noun /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/

appellation

名称 / タイトル

Meaning

a name or title

Example

The city has earned the appellation 'The Big Apple'.

その都市は「ビッグアップル」という名称を得ました。

B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

略語

Meaning

a shortened form of a word or phrase

Example

NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

NASA は National Aeronautics and Space Administration の略語です。

B1 noun /ˈɛər.kræft/

aircraft

航空機

Meaning

A vehicle, such as an airplane or helicopter, that can fly in the air.

Example

The military aircraft flew over the city.

軍用機が街の上を飛びました。

C1 noun /ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

avantgarde

アバンギャルド

Meaning

people or works that are innovative, experimental, and ahead of their time

Example

The avantgarde of the 20th century reshaped modern art.

20世紀のアバンギャルドは現代アートを再形成した。

C1 adjective /əˈɡæst/

aghast

驚愕

Meaning

filled with shock or horror

Example

The audience was aghast at the tragic scene.

観客はその悲劇的なシーンに驚愕していた。

C1 verb /əˈfɪks/

affix

貼り付ける / 取り付ける

Meaning

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

Example

Please affix the stamp to the envelope.

切手を封筒に貼ってください。

C1 verb /əˈflɪkt/

afflict

苦しめる

Meaning

to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something

Example

Many people are afflicted by seasonal allergies.

多くの人々が季節性アレルギーに悩まされています。

C1 verb /əˈnʌl/

annul

取り消す

Meaning

to declare something legally invalid or cancel it

Example

The court decided to annul the marriage due to fraud.

裁判所は詐欺のために結婚を取り消すことを決定しました。

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

アーチ

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

古代のアーチは今でも街の中心に立っています。

C2 verb /ˈæktʃueɪt/

actuate

作動させる

Meaning

to put into action or motion; to motivate or activate

Example

The engineer actuated the machine with a simple switch.

エンジニアは簡単なスイッチで機械を作動させました。

C1 verb /ˈædʒ.ɪ.teɪt/

agitate

扇動する, 激しくする

Meaning

to stir up feelings or disturb; to campaign for change

Example

The protesters agitated for better working conditions.

抗議者たちはより良い労働条件を求めて活動した。

B2 verb /əˈvɜːrt/

avert

避ける

Meaning

to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts

Example

Quick action helped avert a disaster.

迅速な対応が災害を回避する手助けとなった。

C1 noun /ˈɑːr.tər.i/

Artery

動脈

Meaning

a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body

Example

The doctor checked the pulse in his artery.

医者は彼の動脈で脈拍を確認した。

C1 verb /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/

alleviate

軽減するまたは和らげる

Meaning

To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe; to relieve or ease.

Example

Meditation can alleviate stress and improve focus.

瞑想はストレスを軽減し、集中力を高めることができます。

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

異常な

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

医者は患者の肺に異常な成長を見つけました。

B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

仰天させる

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

そのマジシャンの最後の手品は観客を仰天させた。

C2 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ ækt/

Alkali Act

アルカリ法案

Meaning

A British law passed in 1863 to regulate the emission of hydrochloric acid gas from alkali works, representing one of the first pieces of environmental legislation.

Example

The Alkali Act of 1863 was one of the first environmental laws.

1863年のアルカリ法案は最初の環境法の一つでした。

C2 verb /əˈbɑː.mə.neɪt/

abominate

嫌悪する

Meaning

to feel hatred or loathing for something

Example

She abominates cruelty to animals.

彼女は動物への残虐行為を憎んでいます。

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

告発

Meaning

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

Example

The allegation against him was proven false.

彼に対する告発は虚偽であることが証明された。

B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

収容する

Meaning

To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.

Example

The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

ホテルは最大200人を収容できます。

C1 noun /əˈkʌmplɪs/

accomplice

共犯者

Meaning

a person who helps another commit a crime

Example

The thief was arrested along with his accomplice.

泥棒は共犯者と一緒に逮捕されました。

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。

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

思春期の人

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

思春期の人々はしばしば急速な身体的および感情的な変化を経験します。

A2 verb /eɪm/

aim

狙う

Meaning

to direct a weapon, object, or effort at a target; to intend or plan

Example

He aimed the ball at the goal.

彼はゴールに向かってボールを狙った。

A2 noun ədˈvɛnʧər

Adventure

冒険

Meaning

An unusual and exciting experience or activity that is typically bold and sometimes risky.

Example

Adventure travel is loved by thrill-seekers.

アドベンチャー旅行はスリルを求める人々に愛されています。

C1 noun /ˈælɔɪ/

alloy

合金

Meaning

A mixture of metals or a metal combined with another element.

Example

Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.

ブロンズは銅とスズの合金です。

B1 noun /ˈædvərˌtaɪzɪŋ/

advertising

Meaning

the activity of producing advertisements for products or services

Example

The company spends millions on advertising every year.

その会社は毎年広告に何百万も費やしています。

B2 adjective /əˈvɔɪdəbl/

avoidable

避けられる

Meaning

able to be prevented or avoided

Example

Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning.

適切な計画があれば、ほとんどの被害は避けられた。

B1 noun /əˌkɒm.əˈdeɪ.ʃənz/

accommodations

宿泊施設

Meaning

Lodging; room and board; places to stay.

Example

The students had proper accommodations.

学生たちは適切な宿泊施設を持っていた。