B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

アドバイザリー

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

委員会は取締役会にアドバイザリーの役割を果たしています。

B2 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

人類学

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

Example

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

彼女は大学で人類学を専攻することに決めました。

B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

急激に

Meaning

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

Example

Prices rose sharply after the announcement.

発表後、価格は急激に上昇した。

B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

七不思議

Meaning

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

Example

The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.

世界の七不思議は人類の素晴らしさを反映しています。

B2 noun /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl rɪˌspɒn.sɪˈbɪl.ə.ti/

financial responsibility

財務責任

Meaning

The practice of managing money and other financial resources in a responsible and effective manner.

Example

Financial responsibility ensures long-term economic stability.

財務責任は長期的な経済の安定を確保します。

B2 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

原始的; 基本的; 粗野; 未発達; 単純

Meaning

ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple

Example

The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.

部族は狩猟と農業のために未開の道具を使用し続けています。

B2 noun /er/

Heir

相続人

Meaning

a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death

Example

The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne and would become king someday.

若い王子は王位の正当な相続人であり、いつか王になるでしょう。

B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

戦争

Meaning

armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war

Example

Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.

現代の戦争には高度な技術と戦略的計画が含まれています。

B2 noun /ˈmɪsaɪl/ or /ˈmɪsəl/

missile

ミサイル

Meaning

a weapon that is self-propelled and directed toward a target

Example

The army launched a missile towards the enemy base.

軍は敵基地に向かってミサイルを発射しました。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

紛争解決

Meaning

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

Example

Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.

紛争解決は世界の平和にとって重要です。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

変装; 偽装

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

スパイは敵に認識されないように精巧な変装をしていた。

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

相関

Meaning

a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things

Example

Researchers found a strong correlation between diet and heart disease.

研究者たちは、食事と心臓病との間に強い相関関係があることを発見しました。

B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

換気

Meaning

The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.

Example

Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.

適切な換気は、空気の質を維持するために不可欠です。

B2 noun /ˈmet.roʊ reɪl/

Metro Rail

メトロ

Meaning

an underground urban railway system; subway system

Example

The metro rail connects all major areas of the city efficiently.

メトロレールは都市のすべての主要地域を効率的に結びつけます。

B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈfɪʃ.əl/

superficial

表面的

Meaning

Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not thorough or deep.

Example

His understanding of the subject was rather superficial.

彼のそのテーマに対する理解はかなり表面的でした。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

防御的

Meaning

used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized

Example

He became defensive when criticized about his work.

彼は自分の仕事を批判されると防御的になった。

B2 adjective /ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/

Waking

目覚めている; 意識的な

Meaning

awake and conscious; relating to the time when one is awake

Example

She spent her waking hours studying for the exam.

彼女は試験のために目覚めている時間を勉強に費やしました。

B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

選択的

Meaning

relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept

Example

The university has a selective admission process for new students.

大学には新入生のための選択的な入学プロセスがあります。

B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

裏切り者

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle

Example

The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.

スパイは捕まった後、国を裏切った者としてレッテルを貼られました。

B2 noun /ˈfaɪ.bər/

fibre

繊維

Meaning

A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed; dietary material that aids digestion.

Example

Eating foods rich in fibre can improve your digestion.

食物繊維が豊富な食べ物を食べると消化が良くなります。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɜːr.nəl/

External

外部の

Meaning

coming from or relating to the outside; not belonging to or originating from within

Example

The company hired external consultants to review their business strategy.

その会社はビジネス戦略を見直すために外部のコンサルタントを雇いました。

B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

窃盗

Meaning

the action or crime of stealing

Example

The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.

彼の財布の盗難は警察に報告されました。

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。

B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

締める

Meaning

To attach or secure something firmly in place

Example

Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.

飛行機が離陸する前にシートベルトを締めてください。

B2 noun /ˈpæθweɪ/

pathway

小道

Meaning

a route or course along which something travels or progresses

Example

The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden.

狭い小道が隠れた庭へと続いていた。

B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

悲しみ; 哀しみ;

Meaning

a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment

Example

His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.

悲劇の後、彼の心は悲しみで満ちていた。

B2 noun /ˈruːstər/

rooster

雄鶏

Meaning

A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.

Example

The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village.

雄鶏は夜明けに鳴き、村全体を起こした。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrsi/

Mercy

慈悲

Meaning

Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is in one's power to punish

Example

The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.

裁判官は慈悲を示し、より軽い判決を与えました。

B2 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

社会的責任

Meaning

The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.

Example

Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.

社会的責任は教育課程の一部であるべきです。

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

恥ずべき; 不名誉な; 非難に値する

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

彼の恥ずべき行動はパーティーでみんなを驚かせました。

B2 verb /ɪtʃ/

itch

かゆみ

Meaning

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

Example

My skin itches from the mosquito bites.

蚊に刺されて肌がかゆいです。

B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

勉強熱心; 学問に没頭

Meaning

characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning

Example

She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.

彼女は図書館で何時間も過ごす勉強熱心な学生です。

B2 noun /ˈden.sə.ti/

Density

密度

Meaning

the degree of compactness of a substance; the quantity of something per unit area

Example

The density of population in the city center is extremely high.

市の中心部の人口密度は非常に高い。

B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

静的

Meaning

Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.

Example

Static ideas hinder progress.

静的な考えは進展を妨げる。

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

呼び起こす

Meaning

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

その古い歌は彼女の子供時代の思い出を呼び起こしました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈlaɪ.ənt/

reliant

依存している

Meaning

depending on someone or something for support

Example

The country is too reliant on imported goods.

その国は輸入品に依存しすぎている。

B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/

Recipient

受取人

Meaning

a person who receives something

Example

She was the recipient of the prestigious award.

彼女はその名誉ある賞の受取人でした。

B2 adjective /ˈlæstɪŋ/

Lasting

持続的な; 永続的な

Meaning

enduring for a long time; permanent; durable

Example

Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives.

彼らの友情は彼らの人生に持続的な影響を与えました。

B2 noun /ˈɛksələns/

excellence

卓越

Meaning

the quality of being outstanding or extremely good

Example

The school is known for its academic excellence.

その学校は学術的な卓越性で知られています。

B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

統治する

Meaning

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant

Example

The queen reigned for over sixty years.

女王は60年以上統治していました。

B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

マインドセット

Meaning

The established set of attitudes held by someone.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

成長マインドセットは、個人が挑戦を受け入れるのを助けます。

B2 noun /ˈkɪdni/

Kidney

腎臓

Meaning

either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine

Example

Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.

十分な水分を摂取することで、腎臓の健康を保つことができます。

B2 adjective /ˈtɪm.ɪd/

Timid

内気; 恥ずかしがり屋

Meaning

shy and lacking confidence; easily frightened

Example

She was too timid to speak in public.

彼女は人前で話すのがあまりにも内気だった。

B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

未加工の米; 稲田

Meaning

rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown

Example

The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.

農家は収穫の季節に稲田で懸命に働きました。

B2 verb /wɪðˈstænd/

withstand

耐える / 抵抗する

Meaning

to resist or endure something without being harmed

Example

This building can withstand strong earthquakes.

この建物は強い地震に耐えることができます。

B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

パラメーター

Meaning

a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something

Example

We need to set clear parameters for this project.

このプロジェクトのために明確なパラメーターを設定する必要があります。

B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

故障

Meaning

a failure or collapse of a system or machinery

Example

The car had a breakdown on the highway.

車は高速道路で故障しました。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

いたずらな; おてんばな; わんぱくな

Meaning

playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish

Example

The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.

いたずらな子供が姉のお気に入りのおもちゃを隠した。

B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

体系的

Meaning

Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.

Example

The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.

その会社は問題を解決するために体系的なアプローチを採用しました。

B2 adjective /ˈfjʊə.ri.əs/

Furious

怒っている; 激怒した; 暴力的な;

Meaning

extremely angry; violent; fierce;

Example

She was furious when she discovered the mistake.

彼女はその間違いを発見したとき、怒っていました。

B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

省庁

Meaning

A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration

Example

The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.

教育省は学校のための新しい政策を発表しました。

B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

陽気な

Meaning

Full of good humor and cheerfulness.

Example

The children were in a jolly mood at the party.

子供たちはパーティーで陽気な気分でした。

B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

忍耐力

Meaning

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success

Example

His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.

彼の忍耐力が彼を夢の実現に導いた。

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

自尊心

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

自尊心を築くには時間と一貫した努力が必要です。

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

控えめな; 内向的な

Meaning

slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner

Example

She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.

彼女はかなり控えめで、会議ではあまり話しません。

B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

ヨーグルト

Meaning

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

Example

She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.

彼女はサラダに新鮮なヨーグルトを加えて、酸味を与えました。

B2 adjective /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

dynamic

ダイナミック

Meaning

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

Example

Life flows in a dynamic stream.

人生はダイナミックな流れの中で流れています。

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

不便

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

遅延によって生じた不便についてお詫びします。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtɪŋ/

outing

お出かけ

Meaning

a short trip or excursion, often for leisure or enjoyment

Example

They had a lovely outing at the beach last weekend.

彼らは先週末、ビーチで素晴らしいお出かけをしました。

B2 noun /heɪl/

Hail

ひょう

Meaning

pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds; a greeting or acclaim

Example

The sudden hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot with large ice pellets.

突然のひょうの嵐が大きな氷の玉で駐車場の車を多く破壊しました。

B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

主に

Meaning

mainly; primarily

Example

The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.

その祭りは主に若者たちによって祝われます。

B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

不合理な, ばかげた

Meaning

wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

Example

It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.

地球が平らだと思うのは不合理です。

B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

適切

Meaning

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

Example

The food was adequate for the small group.

食べ物は小さなグループにとって適切でした。

B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

中で

Meaning

in the middle of or surrounded by something

Example

The team stayed calm amid the chaos.

チームは混乱の中で冷静を保った。

B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

ツバメ

Meaning

a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail

Example

The swallow built its nest under the roof.

ツバメは屋根の下に巣を作りました。

B2 noun /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/

Reservation

予約

Meaning

the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval

Example

I made a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.

今夜のレストランの予約をしました。

B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

整然とした; 系統的な; 平和的な

Meaning

well-organized; systematic; peaceful

Example

Please keep your desk orderly and clean.

デスクを整然とした状態できれいに保ってください。

B2 noun /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/

autobiography

自伝

Meaning

An account of a person's life written by that person.

Example

She published an autobiography about her journey to success.

彼女は自分の成功への道のりを綴った自伝を出版しました。

B2 noun /ɡreɪn/

Grain

穀物

Meaning

wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food; a single seed of a cereal

Example

The farmer stored large quantities of grain in the barn after the harvest.

農家は収穫後、大量の穀物を納屋に保管しました。

B2 noun /kənˈdʌktər/

conductor

指揮者 / 導体

Meaning

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

Example

The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra.

指揮者はオーケストラを始めるためにバトンを振りました。

B2 verb /həˈræs/

harass

嫌がらせ

Meaning

to persistently annoy or torment someone

Example

The employees complained that their boss harassed them.

従業員は上司が彼らを嫌がらせたと不満を言った

B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

灰

Meaning

the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance

Example

After the fire, only ash remained of the house.

火事の後、家の灰だけが残った。

B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

観察者

Meaning

a person who watches or notices something

Example

The observer took notes during the meeting.

観察者は会議中にメモを取った。

B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

シャベル

Meaning

a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials

Example

He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.

彼は車道から雪を取り除くためにシャベルを取った。

B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

アイコン, 象徴

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.

Example

The singer became a cultural icon.

その歌手は文化的なアイコンとなった。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

干渉

Meaning

the action of interfering with something

Example

The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.

近くの電子機器からの干渉で、ラジオ信号が途絶えました。

B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

実質的; かなりの; 重要な

Meaning

large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant

Example

There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.

この四半期に売上は実質的に増加しました。

B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

奇妙な

Meaning

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

Example

He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.

彼は誰も信じられないような奇妙な話をした。

B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

酸っぱい

Meaning

having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable

Example

The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.

牛乳は酸っぱくなり、ひどい匂いがします。

B2 noun /ɡoʊld rɪŋ/

Gold ring

金の指輪

Meaning

a circular band of gold worn as jewelry, typically on a finger

Example

He gave her a beautiful gold ring for their anniversary.

彼は彼らの記念日に美しい金の指輪を彼女に渡しました。

B2 noun /ˈsʌm.ɪt/

summit

サミット

Meaning

A high-level meeting between leaders, especially of governments; a conference.

Example

The summit addressed pressing global issues.

サミットは緊急のグローバルな問題を取り上げました。

B2 noun /swiːt/

suite

スイート

Meaning

a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose

Example

They stayed in the presidential suite at the hotel.

彼らはホテルの大統領スイートに宿泊していました。

B2 noun /ˌrek.riˈeɪ.ʃən/

Recreation

レクリエーション活動; 何かを再び存在させるプロセス

Meaning

an activity that is done for enjoyment; the process of making something exist again

Example

The park provides recreation facilities for children and adults.

公園は子供と大人のためにレクリエーション施設を提供しています。

B2 adverb /sɪˈvɪərli/

severely

ひどく

Meaning

to a great degree; very seriously or harshly

Example

The patient was severely injured in the accident.

患者は事故でひどく負傷しました。

B2 noun /speɪd/

Spade

シャベル

Meaning

a tool with a flat blade for digging; a playing card suit

Example

The gardener used a spade to dig holes for planting flowers.

庭師は花を植えるために穴を掘るためにシャベルを使いました。

B2 noun fəˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

fertility

肥沃

Meaning

The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.

Example

Fertility of the soil is crucial for farming.

土壌の肥沃度は農業にとって重要です。

B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

うつ病

Meaning

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

Example

The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.

セラピストは認知行動療法を通じて彼女がうつ病に対処する手助けをしました。

B2 verb /ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/

reproduce

再生する, 繁殖する

Meaning

To make a copy of something; to generate offspring.

Example

Many animals reproduce rapidly in favorable conditions.

多くの動物は好ましい条件下で急速に繁殖します。

B2 verb /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪt/

fascinate

魅了する

Meaning

to attract and hold the attention of someone; to charm or captivate

Example

The magician's performance fascinated the audience.

マジシャンのパフォーマンスは観客を魅了した。

B2 noun ˈkwɒlɪti sliːp

quality sleep

質の高い睡眠

Meaning

Deep and healthy sleep that is adequate and restorative, ensuring physical and mental well-being

Example

Quality sleep improves cognitive function and overall health.

質の高い睡眠は認知機能と全体的な健康を向上させます。

B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

治療的

Meaning

Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.

Example

Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.

瞑想は精神的な健康に非常にセラピューティックです。

B2 noun /ˈlɛtɪs/

lettuce

レタス

Meaning

a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches

Example

She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich.

彼女はサンドイッチに新鮮なレタスを加えた。

B2 noun /haɪˈiː.nə/

Hyena

ハイエナ

Meaning

a wild animal of Africa and Asia that looks like a dog and makes a sound like laughter

Example

The hyena laughed in the darkness of the night.

ハイエナは夜の闇の中で笑いました。

B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

制定する

Meaning

to make into law; to perform or act out

Example

The government decided to enact a new policy on education.

政府は教育に関する新しい政策を制定することを決定しました。

B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

開示する

Meaning

to reveal or make information known; to expose

Example

The company must disclose all financial information.

その会社はすべての財務情報を開示しなければならない。

B2 verb /bræɡ/

brag

自慢する

Meaning

to talk proudly about oneself or one's achievements in an annoying way

Example

He always brags about his expensive car.

彼はいつも高価な車について自慢している。

B2 verb /əˈfend/

offend

侮辱する

Meaning

to cause displeasure or resentment; to hurt someone's feelings

Example

His rude comments offended many people at the meeting.

彼の無礼なコメントは会議で多くの人々を怒らせました。

B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半島

Meaning

a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland

Example

The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.

朝鮮半島は東アジアに位置しています。

B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

惜しみなく

Meaning

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

Example

She generously donated money to help the poor.

彼女は貧しい人々を助けるために惜しみなくお金を寄付した。

B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

障害

Meaning

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

Example

Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.

身体的な障害にもかかわらず、彼は車椅子レースで成功したアスリートになりました。

B2 noun /ɪmˈbærəsmənt/

embarrassment

恥ずかしさ

Meaning

a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

Example

Her face turned red with embarrassment after the mistake.

彼女は間違いを犯した後、恥ずかしさで顔が赤くなった。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsploʊsɪv/

explosive

爆発的

Meaning

able to cause an explosion; likely to burst out suddenly

Example

The situation became explosive after the argument.

議論の後、状況は爆発的になった。

B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

流行病

Meaning

a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community

Example

The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.

インフルエンザのエピデミックは全国で何千人もの人々に影響を与えました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈraɪvd/

derived

派生した

Meaning

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

Example

The word is derived from Latin.

その単語はラテン語から派生しています。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

neighboring

隣接する

Meaning

situated near or next to another place; adjacent or nearby.

Example

They visited a neighboring village for the festival.

彼らは祭りのために隣の村を訪れました。

B2 verb /ɡraɪnd/

grind

挽く

Meaning

to crush into small particles; to work hard

Example

She grinds coffee beans every morning.

彼女は毎朝コーヒー豆を挽く。

B2 noun /ˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

particle

粒子

Meaning

a very small piece or amount of something

Example

Dust particles floated in the air near the window.

窓の近くの空気中にほこりの粒子が浮かんでいました。

B2 noun /ˈweə(r)haʊs/

warehouse

倉庫

Meaning

a large building where goods are stored before being sold or distributed

Example

The company stores all its products in a big warehouse.

会社はすべての製品を大きな倉庫に保管しています。

B2 verb ˈjuːnɪfaɪ

unify

統一する

Meaning

To make or become united, uniform, or whole; to bring together into a single unit.

Example

Adolescents unify with peers for social acceptance.

若者たちは社会的受け入れのために仲間と統一します。

B2 noun /ˈdiː.lɪŋ/

Dealing

取引; 処理; 扱い

Meaning

business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations

Example

His fair dealing with customers earned him an excellent reputation.

顧客との公正な取引が彼に素晴らしい評判をもたらしました。

B2 adjective ˈɛvɪdənt

evident

明白な

Meaning

Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

Example

The result was evident.

結果は明らかだった。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

強い要求

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

彼の強い要求で、私たちは長く滞在しました。

B2 noun /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

定住; 合意

Meaning

a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute

Example

The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.

初期の定住地は川の近くに建設され、水を簡単に取り入れるようにされていました。

B2 adjective /ˈbraʊn.ɪʃ/

Brownish

茶色がかった

Meaning

having a color somewhat like brown; tending toward brown

Example

The old paper had a brownish tint from age.

古い紙は年齢のために茶色がかった色合いをしていた。

B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

測定された

Meaning

carefully considered and deliberate

Example

She spoke in a calm, measured tone.

彼女は冷静で測定された口調で話しました。

B2 noun /slɒt/

slot

スロット

Meaning

a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed

Example

Insert the card into the slot to open the door.

カードをスロットに挿入して、ドアを開けてください。

B2 noun /ˈhaɪəˌrɑːrki/

hierarchy

階層

Meaning

A system in which people or things are arranged in levels of importance or authority.

Example

The corporate hierarchy determines who makes the final decision.

企業の階層は、最終決定を誰が行うかを決定します。

B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

関係なく

Meaning

without paying attention to the current situation or condition

Example

She will go to the party regardless of the weather.

彼女は天気に関係なくパーティーに行きます。

B2 adjective /ˈtæn.dʒɪ.bəl/

tangible

触知可能

Meaning

Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

Example

The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.

運動の利益は目に見え、測定可能です。

B2 verb /ˈstræŋɡəl/

strangle

Meaning

to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow

Example

The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.

B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

誓約; 約束; 保証;

Meaning

a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee

Example

He made a pledge to donate money to charity.

彼はチャリティーにお金を寄付する誓約をした。