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C1 adjective /æmˈbɪvələnt/

ambivalent

相反する
Meaning
Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.
Example
She was ambivalent about accepting the new job offer.
彼女は新しい仕事のオファーを受け入れることに対してアンビヴァレントだった。
C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

拡張された、改善された、広げられた
Meaning
having been made greater in size or value.
Example
The new software provided augmented reality features.
新しいソフトウェアは拡張現実の機能を提供しました。
C2 adjective /ˌdɪspjuːˈteɪʃəs/

disputatious

議論好きな
Meaning
fond of or given to argument and debate
Example
His disputatious nature often led to heated conversations.
彼の議論好きな性格は、しばしば熱い議論を引き起こす。
B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

完璧
Meaning
the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence
Example
The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.
アーティストは彼の絵画で完璧を達成するために何年も費やしました。
A2 adverb /ˈprɒb.ə.bli/

Probably

おそらく
Meaning
almost certainly; very likely; in all likelihood
Example
He will probably arrive late tonight.
彼はおそらく今夜遅れて到着するでしょう。
C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrməns/

conformance

適合性
Meaning
The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.
Example
The product was tested for conformance with safety standards.
製品は安全基準に対する適合性がテストされました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈblʌʃɪŋ/

Unblushing

恥知らずな; 図々しい
Meaning
showing no shame or embarrassment; boldly shameless
Example
He told the unblushing lie without any hesitation.
彼はためらうことなく無恥な嘘をついた。
C1 adverb /ˈnoʊɪŋli/

knowingly

故意に
Meaning
in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally
Example
She knowingly kept the secret from her friends.
彼女は故意に友達に秘密を隠しました。
C1 noun /kræɡ/

crag

急な崖や岩の面
Meaning
a steep or rugged cliff or rock face
Example
The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit.
ハイカーたちは頂上に到達するために険しい崖を登った。
C2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tɪˈfeə.ri.əs/

Multifarious

多様な; 多方面の
Meaning
having many different aspects or forms; diverse and varied
Example
The company has multifarious business interests including technology, finance, and healthcare.
その会社には、テクノロジー、金融、ヘルスケアを含む多様なビジネス利益があります。
C1 adjective /əˈpriː.ʃə.bəl/

Appreciable

顕著な; 重要な; 数量的にかなり
Meaning
noticeable; significant; considerable in amount
Example
There was an appreciable improvement in his test scores.
テストのスコアに顕著な改善が見られました。
C2 verb /ˌdɪspəˈzɛs/

dispossess

没収する
Meaning
to deprive someone of land, property, or other possessions
Example
The new law threatened to dispossess many farmers of their land.
新しい法律は多くの農民から土地を奪うと脅迫していました。
B1 noun /kəˈrɛkʃən/

correction

訂正
Meaning
the action or process of correcting something
Example
The teacher made a correction to the student's essay.
教師は学生のエッセイに訂正を加えました。
C1 noun /flæt fɪʃ/

Flat fish

カレイ
Meaning
a type of fish with a flattened body that lives on the sea floor
Example
Flat fish like sole and flounder are excellent for grilling.
カレイやヒラメのようなフラットフィッシュはグリルに最適です。
B1 noun /dɜːrt/

Dirt

汚れ; 土; 不潔な物質
Meaning
a substance that makes something unclean; earth or soil; unclean matter
Example
After playing in the garden, the children were covered in dirt from head to toe.
庭で遊んだ後、子供たちは頭から足まで汚れで覆われていました。
B2 adjective /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

幸せ
Meaning
relating to machines or the way they work
Example
She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
C2 noun (plural) /maɪˈnjuːʃiiː/

minutiae

細部
Meaning
the small, precise, or trivial details of something
Example
The lawyer focused on the minutiae of the contract.
弁護士は契約の細部に集中しました。
B1 verb /ˈbrɔːdˌkæst/

broadcast

放送する
Meaning
to transmit a program or information by radio, television, or online media
Example
The match was broadcast live on television.
試合はテレビで生放送されました。
C1 verb /rɪˈtɑːrd/

retard

遅らせる / 減速する
Meaning
to delay or slow down the progress of something
Example
Lack of funds may retard the development of the project.
資金不足はプロジェクトの進展を遅らせる可能性があります。
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.fəl/

Trustful

信頼する; 誰かまたは何かに信頼を示す
Meaning
having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting
Example
She was too trustful and believed everything he said.
彼女はあまりにも信頼しすぎて、彼が言うことをすべて信じていました。
C1 noun /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/

pragmatism

実用主義
Meaning
A practical approach to problems and affairs; dealing with things sensibly and realistically.
Example
His pragmatism helped solve the financial crisis.
彼の実用主義は、金融危機の解決に役立った。
B2 noun /ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/

Laziness

怠惰
Meaning
the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness
Example
His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals.
彼の怠惰さが彼の目標達成を妨げた。
C1 verb /ˈsætʃəˌreɪt/

saturate

Meaning
to fill completely with something until no more can be absorbed
Example
The heavy rain saturated the ground within minutes.
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.ʃən/

Diversion

迂回
Meaning
the action of turning something aside from its course; an activity that diverts the mind
Example
The road closure forced a diversion through the countryside for all travelers.
道路の閉鎖により、すべての旅行者は田舎道を通って迂回することを余儀なくされました。
C2 noun /ˈɪmɪˌteɪtər/

imitator

模倣者
Meaning
a person who copies the behavior, style, or actions of others
Example
He became famous as an imitator of popular singers.
彼は人気のある歌手の模倣者として有名になった。
B1 noun /ˈbles.ɪŋ/

Blessing

祝福; 贈り物;
Meaning
a beneficial thing for which one is grateful; divine favor
Example
Having good health is a blessing that we should cherish.
良い健康を持つことは、私たちが大切にすべき祝福です。
C2 verb /ˈhæri/

harry

悩ます, 攻撃する
Meaning
to constantly attack, harass, or annoy
Example
The army harried the enemy with sudden raids.
軍隊は突然の襲撃で敵を攻撃した。
B2 adjective /ʌnprəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Unproductive

非生産的; 効率が悪い
Meaning
not achieving much; not producing good results
Example
The meeting was unproductive and wasted everyone's time.
会議は非生産的で、全員の時間を無駄にしました。
C1 noun /ˌænəsˈθetɪk/

anesthetic

麻酔薬
Meaning
A substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, especially used during surgery.
Example
The doctor administered a local anesthetic before stitching the wound.
医者は傷を縫う前に局所麻酔を施しました。
B2 verb /dɪˈprɛs/

depress

落ち込ませる
Meaning
To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.
Example
The gloomy weather tends to depress people.
陰鬱な天気は人々を落ち込ませる傾向がある。
B2 verb /fliː/

flee

逃げる
Meaning
To run away from danger or a threatening situation.
Example
The villagers had to flee during the flood.
村人たちは洪水の間に逃げなければなりませんでした。
C2 adjective /daɪˈɒsɪsən/

diocesan

教区に関する
Meaning
relating to a diocese or the district under the supervision of a bishop in the Christian Church
Example
The diocesan council met to discuss church affairs.
教区評議会は教会の問題を話し合うために集まりました。
B1 noun /ˈaɪ.braʊ/

Eyebrow

眉毛
Meaning
the strip of hair growing on the ridge above the eye socket
Example
She raised her eyebrow in surprise.
彼女は驚いて眉を上げた。
C1 noun /vəˈnɪər/

veneer

幸福
Meaning
A thin decorative covering of fine wood applied to a coarser wood or other material; a superficially attractive appearance.
Example
The table was covered with a thin veneer of mahogany.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
C2 verb /dɪˈnjuːd/

denude

裸にする
Meaning
to strip something of its covering, possessions, or assets
Example
The forest was denuded of trees by illegal logging.
違法な伐採によって森は木々を裸にされた。
C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

無目的; 目標なし
Meaning
without purpose or direction; lacking a goal
Example
He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.
彼は無目的に街を歩いていた。
C2 noun /ɪˈklɛktɪˌsɪzəm/

eclecticism

エクレクティズム
Meaning
A method or practice of deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
Example
The architect’s work shows eclecticism by blending modern and traditional elements.
建築家の仕事は、現代的な要素と伝統的な要素を組み合わせてエクレクティズムを示しています。
C1 adjective ˈeɪlɪəneɪtɪd

alienated

疎外された
Meaning
Feeling isolated or estranged; disconnected from others or society.
Example
Alienated students are more prone to delinquency.
疎外された学生は、犯罪に走りがちです。
C2 noun /ˈɛpənɪm/

eponym

名前の由来となった人
Meaning
A person after whom a discovery, invention, place, or other thing is named.
Example
Sandwich is an eponym named after the Earl of Sandwich.
サンドイッチはサンドイッチ伯爵にちなんだエポニムです。
B1 noun rɪˈflɛkʃən

reflection

反射
Meaning
Serious thought or consideration about something.
Example
The reflection of the past filled his heart with sadness.
過去の反射が彼の心を悲しみに満たしました。
C2 adjective /ˌhɪstriˈɒnɪk/

histrionic

Meaning
Overly dramatic or theatrical in behavior or style.
Example
Her histrionic reaction to the small problem surprised everyone.
A2 noun /fɪlm ˈæktər/

film actor

映画俳優
Meaning
A person who performs roles in movies or films.
Example
The film actor received widespread acclaim for his performance.
その映画俳優は演技で広く称賛されました。
C2 verb /əˈkɒst/

accost

強引に話しかける
Meaning
to approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively
Example
The reporter was accosted by protesters outside the courthouse.
報道陣は裁判所の外で抗議者にアコストされた。
C1 verb /ˈæk.lɪ.meɪt/

acclimate

順応する
Meaning
To adapt or become accustomed to a new environment or situation
Example
It takes time to acclimate to a new climate.
新しい気候に順応するには時間がかかります。
C1 verb /əˈskraɪb/

ascribe

帰属する、割り当てる
Meaning
To attribute something to a cause, source, or person.
Example
Many scholars ascribe the poem to an unknown author.
多くの学者はこの詩を未知の作者に帰属させている。
B2 verb /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊz/

diagnose

診断する
Meaning
To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with pneumonia.
医者は彼に肺炎と診断しました。
C2 verb /ɪkˈspɛktəreɪt/

expectorate

痰を吐く
Meaning
to cough up and spit out mucus from the throat or lungs
Example
The patient began to expectorate thick mucus.
患者は濃い粘液を吐き始めました。
A2 noun ˈhæpɪnəs

happiness

幸せ
Meaning
The feeling or state of being happy; a pleasurable or satisfying experience; contentment and joy.
Example
Happiness lies in enjoying the small things in life.
幸せは、人生の小さなことを楽しむことにあります。
B2 noun /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

迂回路
Meaning
A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.
Example
We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.
メイン道路が閉鎖されていたので、迂回路を取らなければならなかった。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈnesəserəli/

Unnecessarily

不必要に
Meaning
to a greater extent than is needed; without necessity
Example
Don't worry unnecessarily about the exam.
試験について不必要に心配しないでください。
B2 verb /bɪˈtreɪ/

betray

裏切る
Meaning
to be disloyal to; to reveal secrets
Example
He felt betrayed by his closest friend.
彼は最も親しい友人に裏切られたと感じた。
B2 verb /koʊp/

cope

対処する
Meaning
to deal effectively with something difficult
Example
She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work.
彼女は仕事で大きなプレッシャーに対処しなければなりませんでした。
C2 verb /ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

subjugate

支配する
Meaning
To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.
Example
The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.
帝国は隣接する王国を従わせようとした。
C1 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈviːn/

contravene

違反する
Meaning
to go against or act in opposition to a law, rule, or agreement
Example
He contravened the safety regulations and was fined.
彼は安全規則に反したため、罰金を科せられました。
B2 noun /sərˈkʌmfərəns/

circumference

円周
Meaning
the distance around the edge of a circle
Example
The teacher asked us to calculate the circumference of the circle.
先生は私たちに円周の長さを計算するように頼みました。
B1 noun /ˈmɪs.tər.i/

Mystery

謎; 説明できないこと
Meaning
something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain
Example
The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.
飛行機の失踪は謎のままである。
A2 noun /ˈsɛlˌfoʊn/

cellphone

携帯電話
Meaning
a portable telephone that uses a cellular network for wireless communication
Example
She forgot her cellphone at home and couldn’t call anyone.
彼女は家に携帯電話を忘れて、誰にも電話できなかった。
B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

とげ
Meaning
a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance
Example
Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.
バラの茂みの中のとげに気をつけてください。
A2 adjective /maɪld/

mild

穏やか
Meaning
not severe or strong; gentle in nature
Example
The patient had only mild symptoms.
患者には軽い症状だけがありました。
C2 adjective /ˌɛfləˈrɛsənt/

efflorescent

開花する
Meaning
in the process of blooming or flourishing
Example
The efflorescent trees made the park look beautiful.
開花する木々は公園を美しく見せました。
B1 verb /əˈsɛs/

assess

評価する
Meaning
to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something
Example
The teacher assessed the students' progress.
教師は学生の進捗を評価しました。
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

皮肉
Meaning
The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
Example
His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.
彼の皮肉はよく人々を笑わせたが、時々彼らを怒らせた。
C1 noun /ˈskep.tɪ.sɪ.zəm/

skepticism

懐疑主義, 疑念
Meaning
A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.
Example
His skepticism about new technology often makes him resistant to change.
新しい技術に対する彼の懐疑主義は、彼を変化に対して抵抗力を持たせる。
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。
C1 noun ˈtær.ɪf

tariff

関税または輸出入税
Meaning
A tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports.
Example
The government imposed high tariffs on luxury goods.
政府は高級品に高い関税を課しました。
A1 adjective /ˈrɛd.i/

ready

準備ができた
Meaning
Prepared or available for use or action.
Example
She was ready to leave for the airport.
彼女は空港に行く準備ができていた。
B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

チーム
Meaning
a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports
Example
The football squad trained hard before the championship match.
サッカーチームはチャンピオンシップの試合の前に一生懸命練習した。
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 adjective /paɪd/

pied

まだら模様の
Meaning
having two or more different colors, typically in blotches
Example
The pied cat had black and white patches all over its body.
その斑猫は体中に黒と白の斑点がありました。
C1 noun dɪˈskrep.ən.siz

discrepancies

不一致
Meaning
Differences between things that should be the same
Example
Discrepancies in regulations delay progress.
規則の不一致が進行を遅らせている。
C1 noun /oʊˈveɪʃən/

ovation

拍手
Meaning
an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands
Example
The actor received a standing ovation after his performance.
俳優はパフォーマンス後にスタンディングオベーションを受けました。
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

トンネル
Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
彼らは川の下にトンネルを掘った。
C2 verb /dɪsˈteɪn/

distain

軽蔑する
Meaning
to treat with scorn or contempt (archaic form of disdain)
Example
He would never distain those who had less fortune than him.
彼は決して自分より運の悪い者を軽蔑しなかった。
B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

台風
Meaning
a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans
Example
The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.
台風は沿岸地域に甚大な洪水を引き起こしました。
C2 adjective /ˌsʌb.əˈkwɒt.ɪk/

subaquatic

水中
Meaning
Existing, living, or located under water.
Example
Divers explored the subaquatic cave system filled with rare fish.
ダイバーたちは珍しい魚でいっぱいの水中洞窟システムを探査しました。
C2 verb /dɪˈmɜːr/

demur

異議を唱える
Meaning
to raise doubts, objections, or show reluctance
Example
She agreed to help without demur.
彼女は異議なく手伝うことに同意しました。
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 noun /poʊl/

pole

柱
Meaning
a long, slender, vertical object or structure, typically made of wood, metal, or another material
Example
They placed the flag on top of the pole.
彼らは旗をポールの上に置きました。
C1 verb /luːt/

loot

略奪する
Meaning
to steal goods, typically during war, riot, or chaos
Example
The rioters looted several shops during the protest.
抗議の間に暴動者たちはいくつかの店を略奪した。
C2 verb /rɪˈmɒnstreɪt/

remonstrate

抗議する
Meaning
To make a forceful protest or objection.
Example
Citizens remonstrated against the new tax policy.
市民たちは新しい税制政策に抗議した。
C1 adjective /ɪˈlʌstriəs/

illustrious

著名
Meaning
Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
Example
She had an illustrious career in medicine.
彼女は医学の分野で著名なキャリアを持っていた。
B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示; 合図
Meaning
a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint
Example
The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.
暗い雲は嵐がその地域に近づいていることを示す明確な指示でした。
A2 verb /dɪˈstrɔɪ/

destroy

破壊する
Meaning
to damage something so badly that it cannot be used
Example
The fire destroyed the entire building.
火事が建物全体を破壊しました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈdɪvaɪdɪd/

Undivided

分割されていない; 完全な; 分けられていない
Meaning
whole; complete; not separated or split
Example
The team showed undivided attention to the coach's instructions.
チームはコーチの指示に対して分け隔てなく注意を示しました。
C1 verb /ɛmˈbɛzəl/

embezzle

Meaning
to steal or misuse money or property entrusted to one's care
Example
The accountant was arrested for embezzling company funds.
B2 noun /ˈbrændɪŋ/

branding

ブランドまたは会社のアイデンティティを作成し、促進するプロセス
Meaning
The process of creating and promoting a brand or company identity.
Example
Effective branding is key to building customer loyalty.
効果的なブランディングは顧客の忠誠心を築くための鍵です。
B2 noun /ˌek.spekˈteɪ.ʃən/

Expectation

期待; 予想;
Meaning
a strong belief that something will happen or be the case; anticipation
Example
The new teacher exceeded everyone's expectations with her innovative teaching methods.
新しい教師は、その革新的な教授法で皆の期待を超えました。
C2 noun /ˈmɔɪəti/

moiety

半分または部分
Meaning
One of two equal parts; a half or portion.
Example
The estate was divided into two moieties between the heirs.
遺産は相続人の間で2つの部分に分けられました。
B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

悪名高い
Meaning
Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable
Example
The area is notorious for its high crime rate.
その地域は高い犯罪率で悪名高いです。
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.
C2 adjective /ˈviː.ni.əl/

Venial

許しがたい; 深刻ではない; 小さな
Meaning
forgivable; not seriously wrong; minor
Example
His late arrival was considered a venial offense.
彼の遅れた到着は許しがたい違反と見なされました。
B2 adverb /əˈfek.ʃən.ət.li/

Affectionately

愛情を込めて
Meaning
in a way that shows feelings of liking or love; with fondness and care
Example
She hugged her grandmother affectionately.
彼女はおばあちゃんを愛情を込めて抱きしめました。
A2 adverb /ˌɪnˈdɔːrz/

indoors

屋内で
Meaning
inside a building; within an enclosed space
Example
Because of the rain, everyone stayed indoors.
雨のため、みんな屋内で過ごしました。
C1 adjective /ˈswɛltərɪŋ/

sweltering

うだるような暑さ
Meaning
uncomfortably hot
Example
The sweltering heat made it hard to work.
うだるような暑さで仕事が難しくなった。
C2 noun/verb /ˈkʌdʒ.əl/

cudgel

棒
Meaning
A short, thick stick used as a weapon; to beat with a cudgel.
Example
The guard used a cudgel to chase away the thief.
警備員は棒を使って泥棒を追い払った。
A2 adjective /smɑːrt/

Smart

賢い; 機知に富んだ; よく着飾った; スタイリッシュ
Meaning
intelligent; quick-witted; well-dressed; stylish
Example
She made a smart decision to invest in technology stocks.
彼女はテクノロジー株に投資するという賢い決断を下しました。
C2 noun /maɪˈkrɑː.skə.pi/

microscopy

顕微鏡学
Meaning
The use of a microscope to observe small objects or organisms.
Example
Microscopy revealed the structure of the cells.
顕微鏡学は細胞の構造を明らかにしました。
C2 adjective /ˈɪrˌsplɪtɪŋ/

earsplitting

耳をつんざくような
Meaning
extremely loud or piercing sound
Example
The earsplitting noise of the fire alarm startled everyone.
火災警報の耳をつんざくような音がみんなを驚かせた。
C1 noun /rɪˈpreʃən/

Repression

抑圧
Meaning
the action of subduing someone or something by force; the restraint, prevention, or inhibition of a feeling, impulse, etc.
Example
The government's repression of free speech sparked widespread protests.
政府の表現の自由に対する抑圧は、広範な抗議を引き起こした。
B2 adjective /ʌnhaɪˈdʒiːnɪk/

Unhygienic

不衛生な; 適切な衛生状態の欠如
Meaning
not clean; lacking proper sanitation
Example
The restaurant was closed due to unhygienic conditions in the kitchen.
レストランは不衛生な厨房の状態で閉店しました。
B2 adjective /ˈflʌfi/

fluffy

幸せ
Meaning
soft, light, and airy in texture
Example
She baked a fluffy cake for the party.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
A2 verb /kaʊnt/

count

数える
Meaning
to determine the total number of something
Example
She carefully counted the money on the table.
彼女はテーブルの上のお金を慎重に数えた。
C1 noun /ˈpʌndɪt/

pundit

専門家
Meaning
An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.
Example
Political pundits debated the election results on television.
政治の専門家たちはテレビで選挙結果について議論しました。
C2 noun /ˈeɪ.pi.ˌɛr.i/

apiary

養蜂場
Meaning
A place where beehives are kept, especially for commercial purposes.
Example
The farmer built a new apiary to produce organic honey.
農家は有機蜂蜜を生産するために新しい養蜂場を建てました。
C2 noun /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/

declamation

朗読
Meaning
a formal speech delivered with rhetorical or dramatic effect
Example
Her declamation captivated the audience at the competition.
彼女の朗読は競技会で観客を魅了しました。
C2 noun /ɪnˈkwɪzɪtər/

inquisitor

尋問者
Meaning
A person who asks many questions, often in an official or harsh manner.
Example
The inquisitor demanded detailed answers from the witness.
尋問者は証人から詳細な回答を要求しました。
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsɪflɑːʒ/

persiflage

軽い皮肉
Meaning
light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter
Example
Their conversation was full of persiflage and jokes.
彼らの会話は軽い皮肉とジョークでいっぱいだった。
B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

古い布; 掃除に使われる擦り切れた衣類
Meaning
a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing
Example
She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.
彼女は古い布を使って、ほこりだらけのテーブルを掃除しました。
B2 verb /ˈvænɪʃ/

vanish

消える
Meaning
to disappear suddenly; to become invisible
Example
The magician made the rabbit vanish from the hat.
マジシャンは帽子からウサギを消した。
C2 noun /aɪˈkɒnəklæst/

iconoclast

偶像破壊者
Meaning
A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs, traditions, or institutions.
Example
He was known as an iconoclast who challenged old traditions.
彼は古い伝統に挑戦した偶像破壊者として知られていました。
B1 noun /ˈkɔːlɪˌflaʊər/

Cauliflower

カリフラワー
Meaning
white vegetable with a compact head of undeveloped flower buds
Example
Roasted cauliflower makes a delicious and healthy side dish.
ローストしたカリフラワーはおいしくて健康的なサイドディッシュです。
C2 noun /ˈʌŋkʃən/

unction

聖別
Meaning
The act of anointing as part of a religious or ceremonial ritual; excessive or insincere flattery.
Example
The priest performed the holy unction with solemnity.
司祭は厳粛に聖別の儀式を行った。
C1 noun kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm

collectivism

集団主義
Meaning
The practice or principle of giving a group priority over each individual in it.
Example
Collectivism emphasizes the importance of group over individual interests.
集団主義は、個人の利益よりもグループの利益を重視します。
C1 verb /ˈflɪk.ər/

flicker

ちらつく
Meaning
to shine unsteadily or waver between light and dark
Example
The candle flickered in the wind.
ろうそくが風でちらついていた。
B2 noun, verb /ˈhɑːrbər/

harbor

Meaning
noun: a place on the coast where ships may find shelter; verb: to keep (a thought or feeling, often negative) in one's mind
Example
He continued to harbor resentment towards his former boss.
C2 adjective /ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/

noncommittal

Meaning
Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.
Example
She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her future plans.
A2 adjective /ʃɑːrp/

Sharp

鋭い; 強烈な; 突然で強い; 理解が速い
Meaning
having a cutting edge or point; sudden and intense; quick to understand
Example
The knife has a very sharp blade.
ナイフは非常に鋭い刃を持っています。
B2 noun /daɪˈnæmɪks/

dynamics

ダイナミクス
Meaning
the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process
Example
The dynamics of the team changed after the new manager joined.
新しいマネージャーが参加した後、チームのダイナミクスは変化しました。
B1 noun /rɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

Relation

関係; 親戚
Meaning
the way in which two or more people or things are connected; a family member
Example
They have a strong business relation that has lasted for years.
彼らは長年続く強力なビジネス関係を持っています。
B2 noun /ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

classification

分類
Meaning
the action or process of classifying something into groups based on shared characteristics.
Example
The classification of animals helps in understanding their biology.
動物の分類は、彼らの生物学を理解するのに役立ちます。
C1 noun/verb /ˈhɛmərɪdʒ/

hemorrhage

出血
Meaning
A significant loss of blood from a ruptured blood vessel, or to lose blood heavily.
Example
The patient suffered a severe brain hemorrhage.
患者は重度の脳出血に苦しんでいます。