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。

B2 noun ˈæsɛt

asset

資産

Meaning

A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.

Example

Real estate is one of the most valuable assets.

不動産は最も価値のある資産の1つです。

B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

突然かつ予期せず; 予告なしに

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

会議は電力が切れたときに突然終了しました。

B2 noun əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

責任

Meaning

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

Example

Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.

責任は、あらゆるシステムで信頼を維持するための重要な要素です。

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 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Meaning

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

Example

The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.

B2 noun /ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/

alcoholism

アルコール依存症

Meaning

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Example

His alcoholism affected both his health and his family life.

彼のアルコール依存症は、彼の健康と家庭生活に影響を与えた。

B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

積極的に

Meaning

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

Example

He is actively involved in community service.

彼は地域社会サービスに積極的に参加しています。

B2 verb /əˈmend/

amend

修正する

Meaning

to make changes or corrections to improve something; to modify

Example

They amended the contract to include new terms.

彼らは契約を修正して新しい条項を追加しました。

B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

志す

Meaning

to have a strong desire to achieve something

Example

Many students aspire to study abroad.

多くの学生が海外で勉強することを目指しています。

B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

アニメーションされた

Meaning

Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.

Example

The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.

そのアニメーション映画は子供たちと大人たちに愛されました。

B2 adverb /ˈænjuəli/

annually

年次

Meaning

once every year; yearly

Example

The company holds a general meeting annually.

その会社は毎年年次総会を開きます。

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。

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 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

変更する

Meaning

to change or modify something slightly but significantly

Example

She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.

彼女はドレスをより良くするために変更することを決めました。

B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

影響

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

地震の影響は壊滅的でした。

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

属性

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.

高度な作物は有益な属性を持っています。

B2 adjective /əˈbjuːsɪv/

abusive

虐待的 / 身体的または言葉での害を伴う

Meaning

extremely offensive or insulting; involving physical or verbal harm

Example

She left her job because of her abusive boss.

彼女は虐待的な上司のせいで仕事を辞めました。

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。

B2 verb /əˈpɔɪnt/

appoint

任命する

Meaning

to choose someone for a job or position

Example

The board will appoint a new director.

ボードは新しいディレクターを任命します。

B2 adverb /əˈtræktɪvli/

attractively

魅力的に

Meaning

in a pleasing or appealing way; in a manner that draws interest or admiration

Example

The room was attractively decorated with soft lights and plants.

その部屋は柔らかい照明と植物で魅力的に飾られていた。

B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

魅力的な; 面白い; 楽しい

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

色とりどりの庭は訪問者に非常に魅力的に見えます。

B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Meaning

a small change made to improve something or make it work better

Example

The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.

B2 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

酸性の

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

レモンはとても酸っぱい味がする。

B2 adjective + noun æmˈbɪʃəs ɪnˈdevər

ambitious endeavor

野心的な試み

Meaning

A bold and determined attempt to achieve something challenging.

Example

Artemis is an ambitious endeavor in space exploration.

アルテミスは宇宙探査における野心的な取り組みです。

B2 noun /əˈluːmɪnəm/

aluminum

アルミニウム

Meaning

a lightweight silvery metal used for making cans, foils, and other items

Example

The airplane body is made of strong but light aluminum.

飛行機の機体は強いが軽いアルミニウムで作られています。

B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

集める

Meaning

to gather or bring together in one place

Example

The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.

学生たちは会議のためにホールに集まりました。

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。

B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

さらに

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

さらに、私たちは早期予約に対する割引を提供しています。

B2 adverb /əˈkɔːr.dɪŋ.li/

Accordingly

したがって; このように; 状況に応じて

Meaning

in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore; consequently

Example

The weather was bad, so the event was cancelled accordingly.

天気が悪かったので、イベントはそのようにキャンセルされました。

B2 noun /əˈsɜːʃən/

assertion

主張

Meaning

a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief

Example

Her assertion that she was right was met with silence.

彼女の自分が正しいという主張は、沈黙とともに受け入れられました。

B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

告発

Meaning

A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Example

She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.

彼女は同僚に対して窃盗の告発を行いました。

B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

不安や神経質

Meaning

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Example

Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.

瞑想は不安とストレスを軽減するのに役立ちます。

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 /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/

alarming

警戒すべき

Meaning

Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.

Example

The unemployment rate among youth is alarming.

若者の失業率は警戒すべきです。

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。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

鎧

Meaning

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

Example

The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.

騎士は戦いの中で自分を守るために重い鎧を着ていました。

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 /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

エイリアン

Meaning

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

Example

The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.

望遠鏡はエイリアンの信号を検出することができます。

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

驚くべき、衝撃的な、すばらしい

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

魔法使いの驚くべきトリックは観客を言葉を失わせました。

B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

アニメーション

Meaning

the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm

Example

The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.

この映画のアニメーションは信じられないほど詳細です。

B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

曖昧

Meaning

Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.

Example

His statement was too ambiguous to understand.

彼の発言は理解するにはあまりにも曖昧だった。

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。

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 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 adjective /əˈpærənt/

apparent

明らか

Meaning

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

Example

It soon became apparent that he was not telling the truth.

それがすぐに明らかになった、彼が真実を話していないことが。

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。

B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

アクセシビリティ

Meaning

Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.

Example

Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.

改善されたアクセシビリティは、障害を持つ人々を助けます。

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 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 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

管理する

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

看護師はすべての患者にワクチンを接種します。

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。

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 /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

自動運転車

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

自動運転車は交通の未来を革新しています。

B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

整列する

Meaning

Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

Example

Aligning education with global standards is vital.

教育を世界標準に整列させることは重要です。

B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

確信している；自信のある

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

彼女はすべてうまくいくと確信していた。

B2 noun /æs/

Ass

ロバ

Meaning

a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family

Example

The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.

農夫は重い荷物を運ぶためにロバを使いました。

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。

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。

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。

B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

雰囲気

Meaning

The character and atmosphere of a place.

Example

The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.

レストランの雰囲気はリラックスしていて、カジュアルなディナーに最適でした。

B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

中毒者

Meaning

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

Example

He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.

彼は毎日何時間もゲームをするゲーム中毒者です。

B2 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

水生の

Meaning

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

Example

Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.

水生種は汚染によって危機に瀕しています。

B2 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

建築的な

Meaning

relating to the design and style of buildings and structures

Example

The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.

その都市は美しい建築デザインで知られています。

B2 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

アクティビズム

Meaning

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

Example

Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.

彼女の環境アクティビズムは多くの若者に行動を促した。

B2 adjective, noun /ˈɛəriəl/

aerial

空中の / アンテナ

Meaning

As an adjective: existing or happening in the air. As a noun: an antenna for receiving radio or television signals.

Example

The pilot performed an amazing aerial maneuver.

パイロットは素晴らしい空中機動を行いました。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

応募者

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

応募者はそのポジションのために面接されました。

B2 noun /ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

archaeology

考古学

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains

Example

She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

彼女は古代文明について学ぶために考古学を学びました。

B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

豊富

Meaning

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Example

The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

庭は色とりどりの花であふれていました。

B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

協定

Meaning

An official agreement or treaty.

Example

The accord emphasized gradual progress.

協定は徐々に進展を強調しました。

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

保証

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

品質の保証は委員会の優先事項です。

B2 noun /ˈɔːltər/

Altar

祭壇

Meaning

a raised structure on which offerings or sacrifices are made to a deity

Example

The bride and groom stood before the altar during the ceremony.

新郎新婦は式の最中に祭壇の前に立っていました。

B2 adjective ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd

anticipated

予測された

Meaning

Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.

Example

The anticipated growth exceeded the city's capacity.

予測された成長は都市の容量を超えました。

B2 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

不安そうに

Meaning

in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation

Example

She waited anxiously for the exam results.

彼女は試験の結果を不安そうに待っていた。

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。

B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

仮定

Meaning

a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition

Example

His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.

天気に関する彼の仮定は間違っていることが証明されました。

B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

注意深い; 用心深い; 観察力のある

Meaning

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Example

The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.

注意深い学生は、教師が言ったすべての言葉に注意深く耳を傾けました。

B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

予期する

Meaning

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Example

We anticipate a large crowd at the event.

イベントには大勢の人が来ると予想しています。

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。

B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

先祖

Meaning

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

Example

The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.

家族の木はすべての先祖の名前を示しています。

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。

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。

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

進歩

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

技術的進歩は未来を形作る。

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。

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

広告主

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

広告主はスーパーボウルのコマーシャルに何百万ドルも支払った。

B2 verb /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

監査する

Meaning

to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially

Example

The accountant will audit the company's books next month.

会計士は来月会社の帳簿を監査します。

B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

取得する

Meaning

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

Example

Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.

ボランティアは自分の経験を通じて新しいスキルを取得します。

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 /əˈvɔɪdəns/

avoidance

回避

Meaning

the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation

Example

Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later.

難しい会話を回避すると、後でより大きな問題を生むことがある。

B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

遺物

Meaning

objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance

Example

Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.

考古学者たちは遺跡で貴重な遺物を発見しました。

B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

主張する

Meaning

to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims

Example

She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.

彼女は会議で自分の権威を主張することに決めた。

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。

B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Meaning

Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.

Example

Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.

B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

うっかり者

Meaning

often forgetting things or not paying attention

Example

He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.

彼はとてもうっかりしていて、よく鍵を忘れます。

B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

拍手する

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

観客はパフォーマンスに拍手を送りました。

B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

自動化する

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

多くの企業は時間を節約するためにプロセスを自動化しています。

B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

アクティベーション

Meaning

the act of making something start functioning

Example

The activation of the system took longer than expected.

システムのアクティベーションは予想よりも時間がかかりました。

B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

貴族階級

Meaning

a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility

Example

The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.

貴族階級はしばしば政治的決定に影響を与えた。

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。

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 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

原子

Meaning

relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small

Example

The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.

水素の原子構造は最も単純です。

B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

分析的, 研究的, 論理的

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

彼女は問題解決に分析的アプローチを取っています。

B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

アーケード

Meaning

a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games

Example

The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.

子供たちはゲームセンターで午後を過ごしました。

B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

達成

Meaning

something that has been achieved successfully

Example

Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.

大学を卒業することは彼にとって大きな達成でした。

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

灰色

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

古い建物には灰色の壁があり、塗り直す必要がありました。

B2 adverb /ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli/

accidentally

偶然に

Meaning

happening by chance or unexpectedly

Example

He accidentally dropped the glass.

彼はうっかりグラスを落としてしまった。

B2 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

賞賛に値する

Meaning

প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;

Example

Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.

彼女の他人を助ける献身は本当に賞賛に値します。

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。

B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

本物らしく

Meaning

in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin

Example

She speaks authentically about her experiences.

彼女は自分の経験について本物らしく話す。

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。

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 /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

正確さ; 精度

Meaning

the quality of being correct or precise; exactness

Example

The accuracy of the measurements is very important.

測定の正確さは非常に重要です。

B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

絶対

Meaning

total, complete, or without restriction

Example

The dictator had absolute power over the nation.

独裁者は国に対して絶対的な権力を持っていた。

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

擁護

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

彼女の子どもの権利への擁護は、国際的な認知を得た。

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。

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

抽象的, 要約

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

そのアーティストはアブストラクトな絵画で知られています。