C1 adverb /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bli/

Amicably

友好的に

Meaning

in a friendly way without anger or resentment

Example

The divorce was settled amicably between both parties.

離婚は両者の間で友好的に解決されました。

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

適応機能

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

植物の適応機能は、冬に成長するのを助けます。

C1 noun/verb /ˈætrəfi/

atrophy

萎縮

Meaning

a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use

Example

Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time.

定期的な運動がないと、筋肉は時間とともに萎縮する可能性があります。

C2 verb /ˈæmbl/

amble

ゆっくり歩く

Meaning

To walk at a slow, relaxed pace.

Example

They amble through the park on Sunday mornings.

彼らは日曜日の朝に公園をゆっくり歩いています。

C2 verb /əˈdʌltəreɪt/

adulterate

不正混入

Meaning

to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, usually of lower quality

Example

The company was fined for adulterating its products with cheap chemicals.

その会社は安価な化学物質で製品をアダルテレートしたため、罰金を科せられました。

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 əˈpɔɪnt.mənts

appointments

任命

Meaning

An arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place; the action of assigning a job or role to someone.

Example

Government appointments follow meritocracy.

政府の任命は功績に基づいて行われる。

C1 noun ˈæltruɪzəm

altruism

利他主義、他者の幸福に対する無私の配慮

Meaning

The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Example

His altruism motivated others to volunteer.

彼の利他主義は他の人々にボランティアをするように促した。

C2 verb /əˈkuːtə/

accoutre

装備する

Meaning

to dress or equip, especially in something impressive or elaborate

Example

The knight was accoutred in shining armor.

騎士は輝く鎧で装備されていました。

C2 adjective /ˈædɪˌpoʊs/

adipose

脂肪の

Meaning

Relating to or consisting of animal fat; fatty.

Example

The doctor explained that the tissue was mainly adipose in nature.

医者は、組織が主に脂肪性であることを説明しました。

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。

C2 adjective /eɪˈrɪðmɪk/

arrhythmic

不整脈

Meaning

Lacking a regular rhythm or beat.

Example

The patient had an arrhythmic heartbeat.

患者は不整脈を持っていた。

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。

C1 verb /əˈbeɪt/

abate

減少する

Meaning

to become less intense or widespread

Example

The storm began to abate after midnight.

嵐は真夜中に弱まり始めました。

A2 noun /ˈeɪn.dʒəl/

Angel

天使

Meaning

a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God

Example

She looked like an angel in her white dress.

彼女は白いドレスで天使のように見えた。

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.kər.ɪdʒ/

acreage

エーカー

Meaning

An area of land measured in acres.

Example

The farmer owns a large acreage of fertile land.

農夫は広大な肥沃な土地を所有しています。

C2 noun /əˈpɜːrtənəns/

appurtenance

付属物 / 付加部分

Meaning

an accessory or supplementary part of something

Example

The garage is an appurtenance of the main house.

ガレージはメインハウスの付属物です。

B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

伝えられたところによると

Meaning

used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven

Example

He was allegedly involved in the robbery.

彼は伝えられたところによると強盗に関与していた。

C2 noun /əˈnɔɪnt.mənt/

anointment

塗油の儀式

Meaning

The act of anointing, usually with oil, as part of a ritual or ceremony.

Example

The anointment of the new leader was a sacred ritual.

新しいリーダーの塗油の儀式は神聖な儀式でした。

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。

C1 adjective ˈæl.ɡə.rɪ.ðəm drɪv.ən

algorithm-driven

アルゴリズムによって駆動される。

Meaning

Controlled or powered by computer algorithms.

Example

Algorithm-driven systems increase accuracy.

アルゴリズム駆動システムは精度を向上させる。

C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

事実や調査ではなく、個人的な話に基づく、逸話的な

Meaning

Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.

Example

The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.

その本はデータではなく、逸話的証拠で満たされていました。

B1 adverb /ˌɔːl.təˈɡeð.ər/

Altogether

合計; 完全に; 全て

Meaning

completely; in total; considering everything

Example

The project cost altogether five thousand dollars.

そのプロジェクトの費用は合計五千ドルでした。

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prən/

apron

Meaning

A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes to keep them clean, especially while cooking.

Example

She tied an apron around her waist before cooking dinner.

C1 noun /ˌeɪ.li.əˈneɪ.ʃən/

alienation

疎外

Meaning

The state of being isolated or estranged from a group or activity.

Example

The new policies created a sense of alienation among employees.

新しい政策は従業員の間に疎外感を生み出しました。

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。

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。

B1 adjective əkˈsep.tɪd

accepted

受け入れられた

Meaning

Generally believed or recognized to be valid or correct.

Example

The accepted terms were discussed in detail.

受け入れられた条件は詳細に議論されました。

A2 noun ədˈvɛnʧər

Adventure

冒険

Meaning

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

Example

Adventure travel is loved by thrill-seekers.

アドベンチャー旅行はスリルを求める人々に愛されています。

C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

農業化学物質

Meaning

A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.

Example

Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.

過度なアグロケミカルの使用は土壌の質を低下させる可能性があります。

C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

アルカリ性物質

Meaning

a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

Example

Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.

石鹸にはアルカリ性物質が含まれており、油を取り除くのに役立ちます。

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 noun ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

automation

自動化

Meaning

Replacing manual work with machines or software.

Example

Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors in production.

自動化は生産効率を高め、誤りを減らします。

C2 noun ˌæɡ.roʊˈiː.koʊˌsɪs.təm

agroecosystem

農業生態系

Meaning

An ecological system centered on agricultural activities and processes.

Example

A healthy agroecosystem improves soil fertility.

健康な農業生態系は土壌の肥沃度を改善します。

C2 noun /əkˈsɛʃən/

accession

即位 / 条約の受諾

Meaning

the attainment of a position of rank or power, especially a monarch or president; the formal acceptance of an agreement or treaty

Example

The king's accession to the throne was celebrated with great ceremony.

王の即位は大きな儀式で祝われました。

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。

C1 adjective /əˈbɪzməl/

abysmal

ひどい / 恐ろしい

Meaning

extremely bad or appalling

Example

The team's performance was abysmal.

チームのパフォーマンスはひどかった。

C2 noun /ˈɑːrtləsnəs/

artlessness

素朴さ, 自然さ

Meaning

The quality of being natural and simple without deceit or pretension.

Example

Her artlessness made her beloved by all.

彼女のartlessnessは、彼女をみんなに愛される存在にした。

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。

B1 noun /əˈsaɪnmənt/

assignment

課題

Meaning

a task or piece of work given to someone as part of their duties

Example

The students completed their homework assignment on time.

学生たちは時間通りに宿題を終わらせました。

C1 adjective /ˈɑːtfəl/

Artful

巧妙な; 技巧的; ずるい

Meaning

clever or skillful, especially in a cunning way

Example

She gave an artful answer that avoided the real question.

彼女は本当の質問を避ける巧妙な答えを出しました。

A2 adverb /əˈbrɔːd/

Abroad

海外で

Meaning

in or to a foreign country

Example

She decided to study abroad for a year.

彼女は1年間海外で学ぶことを決めました。

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。

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。

B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

悪影響

Meaning

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

Example

Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.

長時間の画面の使用は手の筋肉に悪影響を及ぼします。

B1 noun /ˈæŋɡl/

angle

角度

Meaning

The space between two intersecting lines or surfaces at the point where they meet.

Example

The teacher explained how to measure an angle in geometry.

先生は数学で角度を測る方法を説明しました。

B1 noun /əˈtæʧmənt/

attachment

愛着

Meaning

a strong feeling of affection or connection

Example

The attachment he felt to his hometown was undeniable.

故郷に対する愛着は否定できないものでした。

C2 verb /ˈɔːltərˌkeɪt/

altercate

議論する

Meaning

to argue or dispute angrily or noisily

Example

The neighbors began to altercate over the boundary wall.

隣人たちは境界の壁について議論し始めました。

C1 noun /ˈædɪdʒ/

adage

格言

Meaning

a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice

Example

The old adage says that honesty is the best policy.

古い格言は、正直は最良の政策だと言っています。

C1 noun /ˈænərki/

anarchy

無政府状態

Meaning

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

Example

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

政権の崩壊は街中に無政府状態を引き起こした。

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。

C1 noun /ˌænɛkˈseɪʃən/

annexation

併合

Meaning

the act of adding or taking control of territory or property, especially by a state

Example

The annexation of the region led to international condemnation.

その地域の併合は国際的な非難を招いた。

B1 adjective /ˈæbsənt/

absent

欠席

Meaning

not present at a place or event

Example

She was absent from the meeting yesterday.

彼女は昨日会議を欠席していた。

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。

B1 noun ˈɑːkɪtektʃə(r)

architecture

建築

Meaning

The art or science of designing and constructing buildings.

Example

Ancient architecture is fascinating.

古代の建築は魅力的です。

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。

C1 noun /ˈɑː.kɪ.taɪp/

archetype

原型、典型

Meaning

A very typical example of a certain person or thing; an original model or prototype.

Example

This painting is the archetype of modern art.

この絵は現代アートの原型です。

C2 adjective /əˈfɔːrsed/

Aforesaid

前述の

Meaning

mentioned before; previously stated

Example

The aforesaid conditions must be met before approval.

前述の条件は承認前に満たす必要があります。

B1 adjective /ˈæktʃuəl/

actual

実際の

Meaning

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

Example

The actual cost was higher than expected.

実際のコストは予想より高かった。

C2 noun /ænˈtɪlədʒi/

antilogy

アンチロジー

Meaning

A contradiction in terms or ideas; inconsistency in speech or writing.

Example

The politician's statement was criticized for its antilogy.

政治家の発言はそのアンチロジーにより批判されました。

B2 noun ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz

allegations

告発

Meaning

Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.

Example

The allegations were investigated by an international body.

その告発は国際機関によって調査されました。

B1 noun /ˈælkəhɒl/

alcohol

Meaning

A colorless volatile liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks.

Example

Too much alcohol can damage your liver.

C2 adjective /ˈæpəˌleɪt/

appellate

控訴に関連する

Meaning

relating to appeals in a court of law

Example

The case was taken to an appellate court.

その事件は控訴裁判所に持ち込まれました。

B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Meaning

Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.

Example

Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.

C2 noun /əˈpɒθəˌkɛri/

apothecary

薬剤師

Meaning

A historical term for a person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs.

Example

The village apothecary provided remedies for many common illnesses.

村のアポセカリーは多くの一般的な病気に対する治療法を提供しました。

C1 noun /ˈɑːrmfʊl/

armful

腕いっぱい

Meaning

As much as can be carried in one or both arms.

Example

She carried an armful of books into the library.

彼女は図書館に腕いっぱいの本を持っていった。

C1 adjective /ˈæntɪkweɪtɪd/

antiquated

時代遅れ

Meaning

Old-fashioned or outdated.

Example

The office still uses an antiquated filing system.

オフィスはまだ古くなったファイリングシステムを使用しています。

C1 noun /əˈkɔːrdiən/

accordion

アコーディオン (楽器)

Meaning

a musical instrument played by squeezing and expanding with keys and buttons

Example

The musician played a cheerful tune on the accordion.

ミュージシャンはアコーディオンで陽気なメロディーを演奏しました。

C1 adjective /æmˈfɪb.i.əs/

Amphibious

両生類

Meaning

able to live both on land and in water; suitable for both land and water operations

Example

The amphibious vehicle can travel on both land and water.

その両生類車両は、陸地と水中の両方で移動できます。

C1 noun /əˌlɪtəˈreɪʃən/

alliteration

頭韻

Meaning

the occurrence of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close succession

Example

She used alliteration in her poem to add musicality.

彼女は詩の中で音楽性を加えるためにアリテレーションを使用しました。

C2 noun /əˈfeɪ.ʒə/

aphasia

Meaning

a medical condition that causes loss of ability to speak or understand language

Example

After the stroke, she was diagnosed with aphasia.

C1 verb /ˈeɪ.li.ə.neɪt/

alienate

疎外する

Meaning

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

Example

His rude behavior alienated many of his friends.

彼の失礼な行動は多くの友人を遠ざけた。

B2 noun /əˈroʊmə/

aroma

香り

Meaning

A pleasant, distinctive smell.

Example

The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.

焼きたてのパンの香りがキッチンに広がった。

A2 noun /əˈraɪvəl/

Arrival

到着; 到着の行為

Meaning

the action or process of arriving; the reaching of a destination

Example

The arrival of the train was delayed by two hours.

列車の到着は2時間遅れました。

B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

アリーナ, 会場

Meaning

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

Example

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

バスケットボールの試合は市内中心部の新しいアリーナで行われます。

C2 verb /əˈbɑː.mə.neɪt/

abominate

嫌悪する

Meaning

to feel hatred or loathing for something

Example

She abominates cruelty to animals.

彼女は動物への残虐行為を憎んでいます。

C2 adverb /əˈbɛd/

abed

ベッドで

Meaning

in bed

Example

She stayed abed all day due to illness.

病気のため、彼女は一日中ベッドで寝ていました。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪˌfækt/

artifact

遺物

Meaning

an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest

Example

The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.

博物館はエジプトの古代のアーティファクトを展示しました。

B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

受け入れ可能な

Meaning

able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable

Example

Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.

あなたの提案は委員会に受け入れ可能です。

C2 adjective /ˈækwɪˌlaɪn/

aquiline

ワシのくちばしのような

Meaning

curved like an eagle's beak; hooked

Example

He had an aquiline nose that gave him a distinguished appearance.

彼はワシのくちばしのような鼻を持っており、それが彼に優れた外見を与えていました。

C1 noun /ˈæmfɪˌθiətər/

amphitheater

円形劇場

Meaning

A large open circular or oval building with rising tiers of seats, used for public events.

Example

The concert was held in an ancient amphitheater.

コンサートは古代の円形劇場で行われました。

A1 preposition, adverb /əˈbaʊt/

about

について

Meaning

concerning; on the subject of; approximately

Example

We talked about the new project yesterday.

昨日、私たちは新しいプロジェクトについて話しました。

C1 adjective /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl/

Amiable

親しみやすくて快適; 良い性格の; 親切

Meaning

friendly and pleasant; good-natured; kind

Example

My neighbor is very amiable and always greets everyone warmly.

私の隣人はとても親しみやすく、いつも暖かく挨拶をします。

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。

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。

A2 noun ækt

act

法律

Meaning

A written law passed by a legislative body.

Example

The act was passed in 2023.

その法律は2023年に可決されました。

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 verb /əˈsend/

ascend

上昇する

Meaning

to go up or climb to a higher position; to rise

Example

The climbers will ascend the mountain at dawn.

登山者たちは夜明けに山を登るでしょう。

C2 noun /ænˈtɪfəni/

antiphony

アンティフォニー

Meaning

a form of music in which two or more groups or choirs sing alternately in response to each other

Example

The cathedral's architecture was designed to enhance the effect of antiphony.

大聖堂の建築は、アンティフォニーの効果を高めるために設計されました。

B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

仮定

Meaning

Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.

Example

His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.

彼のプロジェクトに関する仮定は完全に間違っていた。

C1 noun /əˈlʌmnəs/

alumnus

卒業生

Meaning

a former student or graduate of a school, college, or university

Example

He is an alumnus of Harvard University.

彼はハーバード大学の卒業生です。

A1 noun /ˈæp.əl/

Apple

リンゴ

Meaning

a round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin and white flesh

Example

I eat an apple every day for breakfast.

私は毎朝、朝食にリンゴを食べます。

C2 adjective /ədˈmɒnɪtəri/

admonitory

警告の

Meaning

giving or conveying a warning or reprimand

Example

She gave him an admonitory glance.

彼女は彼に警告のまなざしを向けました。

C1 adjective /ɔːˈdeɪ.ʃəs/

Audacious

大胆

Meaning

showing willingness to take bold risks; daring

Example

His audacious plan to climb the mountain without proper equipment shocked everyone.

彼の大胆な計画は、適切な装備なしで山を登ろうとすることで、全員を驚かせた。

B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

尾のない猿に似た大型の霊長類 / まねする

Meaning

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

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

子供たちは大人の行動をよくまねします。

B2 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

変更

Meaning

a change or modification made to something

Example

The tailor made an alteration to the suit.

仕立屋はスーツに変更を加えました。

C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

背教

Meaning

The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.

Example

His public apostasy shocked his followers.

彼の公然の背教は彼の支持者を驚かせました。

C2 noun /əˈdɛndəm/

addendum

補遺

Meaning

an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book

Example

The report included an addendum with updated statistics.

報告書には更新された統計データが含まれている補遺が含まれていた。

C1 noun /ˈæbdəmən/

abdomen

腹部

Meaning

The part of the body below the chest and above the hips that contains the stomach and other organs.

Example

He complained of pain in his abdomen.

彼は腹部の痛みを訴えました。

C1 noun /ˌæf.ɚˈmeɪ.ʃən/

affirmation

確認

Meaning

The action or process of affirming something or being affirmed; emotional support or encouragement.

Example

Daily affirmation of self-worth boosts confidence.

自己肯定の毎日の確認は自信を高めます。

A2 noun /ˈɛər.laɪn/

airline

航空会社

Meaning

A company that provides regular flights for passengers and goods.

Example

The airline announced a discount on international tickets.

その航空会社は国際線チケットの割引を発表しました。

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。

C1 noun ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːɪti

ambiguity

曖昧さ, 不明確さ

Meaning

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.

Example

The ambiguity of the statement caused confusion among the team.

その声明の曖昧さはチームの間で混乱を引き起こしました。

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

味方

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

二国は共通の敵に対して連携することを決定した。

C2 adjective /ɑːrˈbɔːr.i.əl/

arboreal

樹木に関する

Meaning

Relating to trees or living in trees; tree-dwelling.

Example

Monkeys are arboreal animals that spend most of their time in trees.

サルは樹上性の動物で、ほとんどの時間を木の上で過ごします。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

anecdote

スピーチや文章で使われる短くて興味深い話

Meaning

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

適切に配置されたエピソードは、スピーチをより関連性のあるものにします。

B2 verb ədˈhɪər

adhere

くっつく

Meaning

To stick firmly to something or stay attached.

Example

Neutrons adhere to protons.

中性子は陽子にくっつく。

A2 noun /ˈælbəm/

album

アルバム

Meaning

A collection of songs or photographs compiled into a single book, record, or digital file.

Example

She showed me her travel album full of beautiful pictures.

彼女は美しい写真がいっぱいの旅行アルバムを見せてくれました。

C1 noun ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks

aerodynamics

Meaning

The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.

Example

The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency.

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。

C2 noun /ˈænθrəsaɪt/

anthracite

硬質石炭

Meaning

A hard, shiny form of coal that burns with little smoke and a high heat value.

Example

The factory used anthracite as its primary fuel source.

工場はアンブラサイトを主な燃料源として使用していました。

B2 adjective /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

裕福

Meaning

having a great deal of money; wealthy

Example

She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.

彼女は裕福な地域で育ちました。

C2 noun /æbˈsɪʒən/

abscission

葉の落下

Meaning

The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically leaves or fruit.

Example

The autumn season is marked by the abscission of leaves from trees.

秋は木々から葉が落ちることで特徴づけられます。

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。

B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

Meaning

a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful

Example

He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.

C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

先例

Meaning

previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows

Example

The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.

弁護士は容疑者の犯罪歴を調べました。

B2 noun /ədˈvɛntʃərər/

adventurer

冒険家

Meaning

a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places

Example

The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins.

その冒険家は古代遺跡を探してジャングルの奥深くへ旅した。

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。

C2 noun /əˈrɔɪ.oʊ/

arroyo

乾いた小川

Meaning

A dry creek or stream bed that temporarily fills with water after heavy rain.

Example

After the storm, the arroyo quickly filled with rushing water.

嵐の後、小川は急速に水で満たされました。

C2 adjective /ˈæbdʒɛkt/

abject

卑劣

Meaning

extremely bad, unpleasant, and degrading

Example

They lived in abject poverty.

彼らは卑劣な貧困の中で生きていました。