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C2 noun /ˌæɡ.rəˈdeɪ.ʃən/

aggradation

堆積物によって土地が作られるプロセス
Meaning
The process of land being built up by sediment deposition.
Example
Aggradation helps in the natural expansion of riverbanks.
アグレデーションは河川の自然な拡張を助けます。
C1 noun, verb, adjective /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡət/ (noun/adjective), /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡeɪt/ (verb)

aggregate

集合体, 総体
Meaning
A whole formed by combining several elements; to combine into a total.
Example
The data was aggregated to provide a clearer picture of the market.
データは市場のより明確な画像を提供するために集約されました。
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。
A2 noun /ˈæmbjʊləns/

ambulance

救急車
Meaning
A specially equipped vehicle used to transport sick or injured people to the hospital.
Example
The ambulance rushed to the accident site within minutes.
救急車は数分で事故現場に到着しました。
C2 adjective /æbˈstruːs/

abstruse

難解
Meaning
Difficult to understand; obscure.
Example
The abstruse nature of the philosophical debate left many confused.
哲学的議論の難解な性質は多くの人々を困惑させた。
C1 verb /əkˈsɛntʃueɪt/

accentuate

強調する
Meaning
to emphasize or make something more noticeable
Example
The lighting accentuated the beauty of the painting.
その照明が絵画の美しさを強調しました。
C2 noun /əˈklɪvɪti/

acclivity

上り坂
Meaning
An upward slope or incline on the ground.
Example
The hikers struggled as they climbed the steep acclivity.
登山者たちは急な上り坂を登るときに苦労しました。
A2 noun ˈɑːrɡjumənt

argument

議論
Meaning
A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
Example
His argument was based on majority.
彼の議論は多数決に基づいていました。
B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

蓄積する
Meaning
to gather or collect things gradually over time
Example
She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.
彼女は賢明な投資を通じて少しの富を積み上げることができました。
C1 adjective /ˈækʃənəbl̩/

actionable

実行可能な
Meaning
Able to be acted on or giving sufficient reason for legal action.
Example
The lawyer confirmed that the evidence was actionable in court.
弁護士は証拠が法廷で実行可能であることを確認しました。
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。
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。
B2 noun /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

廃止
Meaning
the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution
Example
The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.
奴隷制度の廃止は人権の歴史における重要な節目でした。
A1 conjunction /ænd/

and

と
Meaning
Used to connect words or sentences that are to be taken jointly.
Example
She bought apples and oranges.
彼女はリンゴとオレンジを買いました。
B1 adjective, verb /əˈproʊpriət/ (adj), /əˈproʊprieɪt/ (verb)

appropriate

適切 / 取る
Meaning
suitable or proper in the circumstances (adj); to take something for one’s own use, often without permission (verb)
Example
Wearing formal clothes was appropriate for the ceremony.
フォーマルな服を着ることはその儀式には適切でした。
C2 adverb /ˌeɪˈmɔːrəli/

amorally

非道徳的に
Meaning
In a way that shows no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong.
Example
He acted amorally, ignoring the consequences of his actions.
彼は非道徳的に行動し、自分の行動の結果を無視した。
C1 noun /ˈædʒʌŋkt/

adjunct

補助的
Meaning
a thing added to something else as a supplementary part
Example
The professor worked as an adjunct at the university.
教授は大学で補助的な役職で働いていました。
C2 noun /əˈnækrəˌnɪzəm/

anachronism

Meaning
something that is out of its proper time period, especially something old-fashioned in a modern context
Example
Using a typewriter today feels like an anachronism.
C2 verb /əˈbreɪd/

abrade

摩擦で擦り減らす
Meaning
to scrape or wear away the surface by friction or erosion
Example
The rough cloth can easily abrade the skin.
ザ・ラフクロスは皮膚を簡単に擦ります。
C2 verb /əˈbʌt/

abut

隣接する
Meaning
to be next to or share a border with
Example
The park abuts the river on the north side.
公園は北側で川と隣接しています。
C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒmətən/

automaton

自動機械
Meaning
A machine that works automatically; also refers to a person who behaves like a machine, without thinking.
Example
He worked like an automaton, without showing any emotion.
彼は感情を見せずにオートマトンのように働いていました。
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。
B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

悪影響
Meaning
Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.
Example
Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.
プラスチックの使用は環境に悪影響を与える。
B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

アシスタント
Meaning
An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.
Example
The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.
上院議員のアシスタントがジャーナリストとの会議を組織しました。
C2 verb /əˈdʒʌdʒ/

adjudge

判決する
Meaning
to consider or declare officially in a legal or formal manner
Example
He was adjudged guilty by the court.
彼は裁判所によって有罪とされました。
C2 verb /əˈleɪ/

allay

和らげる
Meaning
to reduce the intensity of fear, worry, or pain; to calm
Example
The teacher tried to allay the students’ fears before the exam.
教師は試験前に生徒たちの恐怖を和らげようとしました。
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmən/

alderman

市議会議員
Meaning
An elected member of a municipal council in certain cities and towns.
Example
The alderman proposed a new plan for community parks.
オールダーマンはコミュニティパークの新しい計画を提案しました。
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。
B1 adjective /ˈæŋk.ʃəs/

Anxious

不安な; 心配な
Meaning
feeling worried or nervous; eager with concern
Example
She felt anxious about her upcoming job interview.
彼女は次の仕事の面接について不安に感じていました。
B1 verb /əˈweɪk/

awake

目を覚ます
Meaning
to stop sleeping; to become conscious or alert
Example
I awake every morning at six o'clock.
私は毎朝6時に目を覚ます。
C2 adjective /ˈæmbjələˌtɔːri/

ambulatory

外来患者
Meaning
Relating to or able to walk; relating to outpatient medical care.
Example
The patient is ambulatory and does not require bed rest.
その患者は外来患者で、安静が必要ありません。
C2 adjective əˈsɪd.ju.əs

assiduous

勤勉な、熱心な
Meaning
Showing great care and perseverance; diligent and hardworking.
Example
His assiduous efforts led to a successful career.
彼の勤勉な努力は成功したキャリアにつながった。
B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

国歌
Meaning
A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.
Example
The national anthem was played before the football match.
サッカーの試合の前に国歌が演奏されました。
B1 noun /əˈfek.ʃən/

Affection

愛情; 好意
Meaning
a feeling of liking or caring for someone or something
Example
She has deep affection for her grandmother.
彼女は祖母に深い愛情を持っています。
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。
C2 noun (plural) /əˈspɜːr.ʒənz/

aspersions

中傷
Meaning
Critical or slanderous remarks; multiple attacks on reputation.
Example
The politician rejected the aspersions cast against him.
政治家は彼に対してなされた中傷を拒否した。
C1 adjective /ˈæʃən/

ashen

青白い
Meaning
Very pale in appearance, often due to shock, fear, or illness.
Example
His face turned ashen when he heard the terrible news.
彼は恐ろしいニュースを聞いたとき、顔が青白くなった。
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

食物
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
果物と野菜は健康な体のための重要な食物です。
B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

割り当てる
Meaning
to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility
Example
The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.
マネージャーは新しい従業員に仕事を割り当てる予定です。
C1 adjective /iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/

aesthetical

美的な
Meaning
concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; related to artistic taste or appearance
Example
The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building.
建築家は建物の美的なバランスに注目した。
A2 verb əˈnaʊnst

announced

発表された
Meaning
To make a public and typically formal declaration about a fact, occurrence, or intention.
Example
The mission was announced publicly.
ミッションは公開で発表されました。
A2 noun /əˈɡriː.mənts/

agreements

契約
Meaning
Formal arrangements or understandings between two or more parties.
Example
Agreements strengthen partnerships.
契約はパートナーシップを強化します。
C2 noun ˌæɡ.roʊ.iˈkɒl.ə.dʒi

agroecology

アグロエコロジー
Meaning
A scientific discipline that studies agricultural systems by applying ecological concepts and principles.
Example
Agroecology promotes eco-friendly farming.
アグロエコロジーは環境に優しい農業を促進します。
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。
B1 verb /əˈproʊtʃ/

approach

近づく / 解決する
Meaning
to move closer to someone or something; to deal with a situation or problem
Example
The teacher approached the student to offer help.
教師は学生に近づいて助けを申し出た。
C2 noun /ˈætəmaɪzər/

atomizer

アトマイザー
Meaning
A device that sprays liquid into a fine mist.
Example
She used an atomizer to apply the perfume evenly.
彼女は香水を均等に塗るためにアトマイザーを使いました。
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。
C2 adjective /əˈsiːtɪk/

acetic

酢酸の
Meaning
relating to or containing acetic acid; sour or vinegary in taste or smell
Example
The acetic smell of vinegar filled the kitchen.
酢の酢酸の臭いが台所に広がった。
C2 adjective /ˈɑːrtləs/

artless

素朴, 自然
Meaning
Without deception or pretentiousness; natural and simple.
Example
Her artless smile made everyone feel at ease.
彼女の素朴な笑顔は、みんなを安心させました。
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。
C1 noun /æbˈstrækʃən/

abstraction

抽象
Meaning
the process of forming general ideas by removing specific details; an abstract concept or idea
Example
Abstraction allows complex ideas to be represented in a simplified form.
抽象は複雑な考えを簡単な形で表現することを可能にします。
B1 noun /ˈæŋkəl/

ankle

足首
Meaning
the joint connecting the foot with the leg
Example
He twisted his ankle while playing football.
彼はサッカーをしているときに足首を捻った。
C1 noun /əˈsɛnʃən/

ascension

昇進
Meaning
The act of rising or going up, often to an important position or a higher place.
Example
His rapid ascension in the company surprised everyone.
会社での彼の急速な昇進は、皆を驚かせた。
B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

傲慢; 高慢
Meaning
having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud
Example
His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.
彼の傲慢な態度は彼を非常に不人気にした。
B2 noun /əˈmɛnətiz/

amenities

アメニティ
Meaning
useful or pleasant facilities and services provided for comfort or convenience
Example
The hotel offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool.
ホテルは無料Wi-Fiやプールなどの現代的なアメニティを提供しています。
C2 noun /ˈeə.rəm/

Arum

アラム
Meaning
a plant with large arrow-shaped leaves and a white spathe, also known as taro
Example
Arum leaves are commonly used in Bengali cuisine for cooking.
アラムの葉はインディア料理でよく使われます。
C1 noun /əˈrɪs.tə.kræt/

Aristocrat

貴族; 高貴な血筋を持つ人
Meaning
a member of the aristocracy; a person of noble rank or birth
Example
The aristocrat lived in a magnificent castle.
そのアリストクラットは豪華な城に住んでいました。
B2 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

利用可能性
Meaning
the state of being able to be used or obtained
Example
The availability of clean water is crucial for health.
清潔な水の利用可能性は健康にとって非常に重要です。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɛərəˌstæt/

aerostat

エアロスタット
Meaning
A lighter-than-air craft, such as a balloon, that is lifted by gas.
Example
The military used an aerostat for surveillance over the border.
軍隊は国境監視のためにエアロスタットを使用しました。
B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

自律
Meaning
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
Example
Autonomy was a primary demand.
自律は主要な要求でした。
C1 adjective /ɑːrˈkeɪn/

arcane

難解な
Meaning
understood by few; mysterious or secret
Example
The professor’s lecture was full of arcane details that only specialists could follow.
教授の講義は専門家だけが理解できるようなアーケインな詳細で満ちていました。
A1 adjective /əˈfreɪd/

afraid

怖がっている
Meaning
feeling fear or anxiety; worried that something undesirable will happen
Example
She was afraid of the dark.
彼女は暗闇を怖がっていた。
A2 verb /əˈfɔːrd/

afford

余裕がある
Meaning
to have enough money to buy; to be able to spare
Example
I can't afford a new car right now.
今、新しい車を買う余裕がありません。
C2 adjective /əˈsɛt.ɪk/

ascetic

禁欲的
Meaning
Practicing strict self-denial and abstaining from worldly pleasures, often for religious reasons.
Example
He lived an ascetic life in the mountains, far from worldly comforts.
彼は山の中で禁欲的な生活を送り、世俗的な快適さから遠ざかっていた。
C1 noun /ˈeɪ.peks/

apex

頂点, apex
Meaning
The highest point or peak of something; the top or summit.
Example
He reached the apex of his career.
彼は自分のキャリアの頂点に達した。
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？
B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

アーモンド
Meaning
edible seed of the almond tree
Example
Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.
アーモンドは、タンパク質と良質な脂肪が豊富な健康的なスナックです。
C2 noun /əˈsper.ɪ.ti/

asperity

Meaning
Harshness of tone, manner, or surface.
Example
She spoke with asperity when she was interrupted.
C2 adjective /ˈæpəzɪt/

apposite

適切
Meaning
highly appropriate or relevant to what is being discussed
Example
Her remark was particularly apposite to the situation.
彼女のコメントはその状況に非常に適切でした。
B2 noun /əˈsaɪləm/

asylum

亡命
Meaning
Protection or shelter, especially given to refugees or the mentally ill.
Example
The refugees sought asylum in the neighboring country.
難民は隣国で亡命を求めた。
C2 adjective /æbˈhɔːr.ənt/

Abhorrent

忌まわしい; 嫌悪すべき
Meaning
extremely unpleasant and causing disgust; detestable
Example
The idea of animal cruelty is abhorrent to most people.
動物虐待の考えはほとんどの人々にとって嫌悪感を抱かせます。
C2 noun /əˈzeɪ.li.ə/

azalea

アザレアの花
Meaning
a flowering shrub with brightly colored blooms, often grown ornamentally
Example
The garden was full of blooming azaleas in spring.
春にはアザレアの花が咲いていました。
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。
B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

修正案
Meaning
A minor change in a document.
Example
The amendment was not supported.
その修正案は支持されませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈæd.vənt/

advent

到来
Meaning
The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event.
Example
The advent of the internet changed the way people communicate.
インターネットの到来は人々のコミュニケーション方法を変えました。
B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

ワニ
Meaning
a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head
Example
The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.
ワニは川辺で日光浴をしていました。
B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

達成する
Meaning
to achieve or complete successfully
Example
She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.
彼女はその年の目標をすべて達成することができました。
C1 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒɪst/

anthropologist

人類学者
Meaning
a person who studies human societies, cultures, and their development
Example
The anthropologist spent years studying the tribal community.
人類学者は部族コミュニティを研究するのに何年も費やしました。
C2 noun /ˈædʒ.ə.tənt/

Adjutant

アジュタントコウ
Meaning
a large water bird with long legs and neck, also known as adjutant stork
Example
The adjutant stork stood motionless in the shallow water.
アジュタントコウは浅い水の中でじっと立っていました。
A2 noun /ˈæk.ʃənz/

actions

行動
Meaning
The fact or process of doing something, typically to achieve an aim.
Example
Immediate actions are needed for pollution control.
汚染防止のために即時の行動が必要です。
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。
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。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˈænɪ siːd/

Ani seed

アニス
Meaning
Small aromatic seeds used as a spice and for medicinal purposes, with a sweet licorice-like flavor
Example
Anise seeds are often used in traditional desserts and teas.
アニスの種は伝統的なデザートやお茶にしばしば使われます。
B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

アンカー
Meaning
a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence
Example
The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.
船は港にアンカーを下ろしました。
B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

アピール; 要請; 魅力
Meaning
a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting
Example
The charity made an appeal for donations.
チャリティーは寄付を呼びかけました。
C2 adverb /əˈθwɔːrt/

athwart

横断, 反対
Meaning
Across or in opposition to something.
Example
A fallen tree lay athwart the road, blocking traffic.
倒れた木が道路を横断して、交通を妨げていた。
B2 noun /ˈæli/

alley

路地
Meaning
a narrow passageway between or behind buildings
Example
They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.
彼らは暗い路地を通って、メインの道路に到達した。
C2 noun /əˌbɑː.məˈneɪ.ʃən/

abomination

忌まわしい物
Meaning
a thing that causes disgust or hatred
Example
Slavery was considered an abomination.
奴隷制度は忌まわしい物と見なされていました。
B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

病気
Meaning
An illness, typically a minor one.
Example
He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.
彼は軽い胃の病気のために医者に行った。
C1 noun ˈæŋkərɪdʒ

anchorage

停泊地
Meaning
A secure holding place; a place where ships can anchor safely.
Example
The boat was anchored near the shore for safety.
ボートは安全のために岸辺に停泊されました。
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪtɪd/

antedated

以前の日付
Meaning
assigned to an earlier date than the actual one; happened earlier
Example
The letter was antedated to appear more official.
手紙はもっと公式に見えるように日付が遡って記入されました。
B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

適切な
Meaning
Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.
Example
She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.
彼女は新しい概念をすぐに理解できる適切な学生です。
B1 noun /əkˈsɛptəns/

acceptance

受け入れ
Meaning
the act of agreeing to receive or undertake something offered
Example
Her acceptance of the award was met with applause.
賞を受け入れる彼女は拍手で迎えられました。
C1 adjective /ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/

altruistic

利他的な
Meaning
Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.
Example
Her altruistic nature led her to volunteer for charities.
彼女の利他的な性格は、チャリティー活動のボランティアをするよう促した。
C2 noun əˌmæl.ɡəˈmeɪ.ʃən

amalgamation

融合, 合併, 統合
Meaning
The action, process, or result of combining or uniting.
Example
The amalgamation of AI and big data is transforming industries.
AIとビッグデータの融合は業界を変革しています。
A1 noun/verb /eɪdʒ/

age

年齢
Meaning
The length of time that a person has lived; to grow older.
Example
She asked his age politely.
彼女は彼の年齢を丁寧に尋ねました。
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。
B2 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

増幅する
Meaning
to make sounds louder; to make something larger or more significant
Example
The microphone amplifies her voice.
マイクロフォンは彼女の声を増幅させます。
B1 noun əˈnæl.ə.sɪs

analysis

分析
Meaning
Detailed examination and evaluation of data or information to understand its components and relationships.
Example
Data analysis is crucial for machine learning models.
データ分析は機械学習モデルにとって重要です。
B2 noun /æmˈbæsədər/

Ambassador

大使
Meaning
an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country
Example
The ambassador met with government officials to discuss trade agreements.
大使は貿易協定について議論するために政府の役人と会いました。
C2 adjective /ˌæpəˈplɛktɪk/

apoplectic

アポプレクティック
Meaning
Extremely angry; furious.
Example
He was apoplectic when he heard about the unfair decision.
彼は不公平な決定について聞いたとき、アポプレクティックでした。
B2 noun /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

家系
Meaning
one’s family origins or lineage
Example
He is proud of his royal ancestry.
彼は自分の王室の家系を誇りに思っています。
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 adjective /ˌænθrəpəˈmɔːrfɪk/

anthropomorphic

擬人化
Meaning
attributing human characteristics to non-human things, like animals or objects
Example
The cartoon shows an anthropomorphic cat walking on two legs.
そのアニメでは、二本足で歩く擬人化された猫が登場します。
C2 verb /ˌækwiˈɛs/

acquiesce

黙って従う
Meaning
to accept something reluctantly but without protest
Example
She decided to acquiesce to her parents’ wishes.
彼女は両親の願いを黙って従うことに決めました。
C1 verb /əˈdʒɔɪn/

adjoin

隣接する
Meaning
To be next to and joined with something.
Example
Their house adjoins the park.
彼らの家は公園に隣接しています。
B2 noun /əˈlaɪnmənt/

alignment

整列
Meaning
arrangement in a straight line or in proper position
Example
The alignment of the planets was perfect for the celestial event.
惑星の整列は天体イベントのために完璧でした。
C1 adjective /ɔːˈstɪə/

austere

厳格、簡素
Meaning
Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; plain and simple.
Example
The monk lived an austere life in the mountains.
修道士は山中で厳格な生活を送った。
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。
C1 noun /əˈflɪkʃən/

affliction

苦しみ
Meaning
a state of pain, suffering, or distress
Example
Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world.
貧困は世界の多くの地域で一般的な苦しみです。
C1 noun /ˌɑːrtʃˈbɪʃəp/

archbishop

大司教
Meaning
A senior bishop in charge of an archdiocese in the Christian Church.
Example
The archbishop delivered a sermon to thousands of people.
アーチビショップは何千人もの人々に説教をしました。
C1 verb /ˈæmbʊʃ/

ambush

待ち伏せする
Meaning
To attack suddenly and unexpectedly from a hidden position.
Example
The soldiers planned to ambush the enemy at dawn.
兵士たちは夜明けに敵を待ち伏せする計画を立てた。
C1 verb /ˈæbdɪkeɪt/

abdicate

放棄する
Meaning
To give up a position of power or responsibility, especially a throne.
Example
The king decided to abdicate the throne.
王は王位を放棄することに決めました。
C2 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːziə/

analgesia

鎮痛
Meaning
The inability to feel pain while still conscious.
Example
The doctor induced analgesia before performing the procedure.
医者は手術を行う前に鎮痛を誘発した。
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 noun /ænt/

aunt

おば
Meaning
the sister of your father or mother, or the wife of your uncle
Example
My aunt always gives me gifts on my birthday.
私の叔母はいつも私の誕生日にプレゼントをくれます。
C1 verb /əˈkwɪt/

acquit

無罪を言い渡す
Meaning
to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way
Example
The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.
陪審員は被告をすべての告発から無罪にすると決定しました。
C1 adjective /ˈæv.ɪd/

avid

熱心な
Meaning
having an eager desire or enthusiasm for something
Example
She is an avid reader of mystery novels.
彼女はミステリー小説の熱心な読者です。