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A2 adjective /əˈnɔɪd/

annoyed

いらいらした
Meaning
feeling slightly angry or irritated
Example
She felt annoyed by the constant noise.
彼女は絶え間ない騒音にいらいらした。
B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

リアリズム
Meaning
The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.
Example
Her paintings are admired for their realism.
彼女の絵画はそのリアリズムで賞賛されています。
C1 noun /kwoʊ/

quo

現状
Meaning
The existing state of affairs or situation, often used in the phrase 'status quo'.
Example
He wanted to maintain the status quo at work.
彼は職場で現状を維持したかった。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈfaɪnd/

unrefined

未精製の
Meaning
not processed or purified; lacking polish or sophistication
Example
The unrefined oil must be processed before it can be used as fuel.
未精製の石油は燃料として使う前に処理する必要がある。
A2 conjunction /ðoʊ/

though

それでも
Meaning
used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement of the sentence seem surprising or unexpected
Example
Though it was raining, they still went outside.
雨が降っていたにもかかわらず、彼らは外に出た。
B1 noun /θiːm/

theme

テーマ
Meaning
A subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation.
Example
The theme highlighted resilience and sustainability.
テーマはレジリエンスと持続可能性を強調しました。
B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

強い要求
Meaning
the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly
Example
At his insistence, we stayed longer.
彼の強い要求で、私たちは長く滞在しました。
B1 noun /ˈæbsəns/

Absence

欠席
Meaning
the state of being away from a place or person; lack or non-existence
Example
His absence from the meeting was noticed by everyone.
会議への彼の欠席は皆に気づかれました。
C1 noun /ˈpɪt.fɔːl/

pitfall

落とし穴, 障害
Meaning
a hidden or unexpected danger or difficulty
Example
Investors must be aware of the pitfalls of the market.
投資家は市場の落とし穴に注意する必要があります。
C1 noun əˌkred.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

accreditation

認定
Meaning
The action or process of officially recognizing someone or something as having a particular status or being qualified to perform a particular activity.
Example
Accreditation ensures institutional credibility.
認定は組織の信頼性を保証します。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈbʌmpər/

bumper

バンパー
Meaning
A protective bar at the front or back of a vehicle; also used to describe something unusually large or successful.
Example
The farmer celebrated a bumper harvest this year.
農家は今年、大収穫を祝いました。
B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk

landmark

ランドマーク
Meaning
An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.
Example
The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation.
スペースレストランは革新のランドマークです。
C2 noun /feɪt/

fete

祭り、フェスティバル
Meaning
a celebration or festival, often in honor of someone
Example
The village held a grand fete to celebrate the harvest.
村は収穫を祝うために盛大な祭りを開催しました。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/

apparition

幻影
Meaning
A ghostly figure or an unusual or unexpected appearance.
Example
The children were frightened by the sudden apparition in the old house.
子供たちは古い家で突然現れた幻影に驚きました。
C2 noun /kənˈtraɪ.vəns/

contrivance

装置や計画
Meaning
a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created
Example
The clock was an intricate contrivance of gears and springs.
その時計は歯車とバネの複雑な装置でした。
C1 preposition/adverb/conjunction /ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/

notwithstanding

それにもかかわらず
Meaning
In spite of; despite
Example
Notwithstanding the challenges, the team completed the project.
挑戦にもかかわらず、チームはプロジェクトを完了させました。
B1 verb /dɪˈvaɪd/

divide

分ける
Meaning
to separate into parts; to split or break apart
Example
Please divide the cake into eight pieces.
ケーキを8つに分けてください。
C1 noun /ˈiː.dən/

Eden

エデン
Meaning
a place or state of great happiness; paradise
Example
The garden was like Eden, filled with beautiful flowers and peaceful atmosphere.
その庭はエデンのようで、美しい花々と平和な雰囲気に満ちていました。
B1 noun /ˈdɛv.əl/

devil

悪魔
Meaning
An evil spirit or supernatural being often regarded as the embodiment of wickedness and harm.
Example
The story warned children about making deals with the devil.
その話は子供たちに悪魔と取引をしないように警告した。
C2 verb /əˈkriːt/

accrete

蓄積する
Meaning
to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition
Example
Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.
塵の粒子は時間とともに集まって、より大きな天体を形成します。
A1 verb/noun /dæns/

dance

幸福
Meaning
to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps
Example
They danced all night at the wedding.
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 pronoun /huːm/

whom

誰に
Meaning
used to refer to the person or people that something is done to
Example
The man whom I met yesterday is my friend.
昨日会ったその男性は私の友達です。
A1 adjective /θɜrd/

third

三番目
Meaning
constituting number three in a sequence
Example
She finished in third place.
彼女は三番目に終わった。
B1 noun /rɪˈwɔːd/

reward

報酬
Meaning
something given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement
Example
He received a reward for returning the lost wallet.
彼は失くした財布を返したことで報酬を受け取りました。
B2 verb /ɪˈlɪmɪneɪt/

eliminate

排除
Meaning
To completely remove or get rid of something.
Example
Eliminate time-wasting habits.
時間を無駄にする習慣を排除してください。
C2 verb /ˈɑːbvieɪt/

obviate

排除する
Meaning
To remove a need or difficulty; to prevent or avoid something.
Example
This new system obviates the need for manual data entry.
この新しいシステムは手動データ入力の必要性を排除します。
C2 noun /ˈnɛtl̩/

nettle

触れると痛みを引き起こす植物
Meaning
a plant with stinging hairs that cause irritation when touched
Example
He accidentally brushed against the nettle and felt a sharp sting.
彼は不注意でイラクサに触れて鋭い痛みを感じた。
C1 adjective ˈɛl.ə.kwənt

eloquent

雄弁
Meaning
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing; clearly expressing or indicating something.
Example
Her eloquent speech inspired the entire audience.
彼女の雄弁なスピーチは、聴衆全体にインスピレーションを与えました。
C2 adjective /kəˈmoʊdiəs/

commodious

広々とした
Meaning
spacious and comfortable; having plenty of room
Example
They rented a commodious apartment in the city.
彼らは街で広々としたアパートを借りました。
B1 adverb /ˈhaɪli/

highly

非常に
Meaning
to a great degree; very
Example
She is highly respected in her field.
彼女は自分の分野で非常に尊敬されています。
A2 noun /staɪl/

Style

スタイル
Meaning
a particular way of doing something; a distinctive appearance or manner of expression
Example
She has her own unique style of writing that captivates readers.
彼女は読者を魅了する独自の書き方を持っている。
B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

認定
Meaning
the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification
Example
She received her professional certification after completing the training program.
彼女は研修プログラムを修了した後、専門的な認定を取得しました。
B2 noun ˈbluː.prɪnt

blueprint

設計図
Meaning
A detailed plan or framework for a work or project, a pre-planned structure.
Example
The architect presented a blueprint for the new building.
建築家は新しい建物のために設計図を提示しました。
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

楽園; 完璧な幸せの場所や状態; 理想的な場所
Meaning
heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place
Example
The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.
トロピカルアイランドは観光客にとって楽園のようでした。
B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

最大化する
Meaning
to increase something as much as possible
Example
The company aims to maximize its profits this year.
会社は今年、利益を最大化することを目指しています。
A1 pronoun /maɪ/

my

私の
Meaning
used to indicate possession or ownership
Example
This is my book.
これは私の本です。
A2 verb dɪˈvɛləp

develop

発展させる
Meaning
To grow or bring to a more advanced or effective state; to start to exist, experience, or possess gradually.
Example
Develop a brand based on your passion and skills.
情熱とスキルに基づいてブランドを発展させましょう。
B1 noun ˈpɒdkɑːsts

podcasts

ポッドキャスト
Meaning
A digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer.
Example
Podcasts are great for improving listening.
ポッドキャストはリスニング力向上に最適です。
C1 verb /pɛk/

Peck

ついばむ
Meaning
To strike or bite something with a beak; to eat in small bites.
Example
The hen began to peck at the grains scattered on the ground.
その雌鳥は地面に散らばった穀物をついばみ始めました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərɪŋ/

retiring

内向的
Meaning
Shy and reserved; avoiding social contact.
Example
She is a quiet, retiring woman who avoids attention.
彼女は静かで内向的な女性で、注目を避ける。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒndənt/

respondent

回答者
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
調査には1000人以上の回答者がいました。
C1 noun /əˈtoʊnmənt/

atonement

贖罪
Meaning
the act of making amends for a wrong, sin, or injury
Example
The festival was celebrated as a day of atonement.
その祭りは贖罪の日として祝われました。
C2 noun /hʌsk/

husk

外皮
Meaning
the dry outer covering of some fruits or seeds
Example
The corn husk was peeled away before cooking.
料理の前にトウモロコシの外皮が剥がされました。
B2 adjective /ˌfɪl.əˈsɒf.ɪ.kəl/

philosophical

哲学的
Meaning
relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis.
危機の間、彼女は冷静で哲学的な態度を保ちました。
C1 noun /əˈdʒɪl.ɪ.ti/

agility

敏捷性
Meaning
Ability to work quickly and easily, both physically and mentally.
Example
Mental agility is essential for problem-solving.
問題解決には精神的な敏捷性が必要です。
C1 noun /ˈkæn.dɚ/

candor

率直
Meaning
The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.
Example
She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced.
彼女は直面した課題について率直に話しました。
C2 noun /məˈdɒn.ə/

madonna

マドンナ (聖母マリア)
Meaning
An artistic representation of the Virgin Mary; also used as a respectful form of address for a woman in Italian culture.
Example
The Renaissance painting depicts a Madonna holding child Jesus.
ルネサンスの絵画は、イエスの子供を抱いているマドンナを描いています。
C2 adjective /daɪˈɜːrnəl/

diurnal

昼行性
Meaning
active during the day; occurring daily
Example
Most birds are diurnal creatures, active in daylight hours.
ほとんどの鳥は昼行性の生き物で、日中に活動しています。
C1 adjective /ˈlæv.ɪʃ/

Lavish

贅沢; 豪華; 気前の良い
Meaning
expensive; elaborate; extravagant; generous
Example
The wedding was a lavish celebration with hundreds of guests.
結婚式は贅沢な祝いで、数百人のゲストが招待された。
A2 noun /ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛri/

dictionary

辞書
Meaning
A reference book or electronic resource containing words, usually arranged alphabetically, with information about their meanings, pronunciations, etymologies, and usage.
Example
I looked up the word in the dictionary to understand its meaning.
意味を理解するために辞書でその単語を調べました。
C1 noun /nɪərˈvɑːnə/

nirvana

Meaning
A state of perfect happiness, peace, and freedom from suffering; in Buddhism, the ultimate goal of liberation.
Example
Meditation helps some people seek nirvana in their lives.
A2 noun /ruːlz/

rules

ルール
Meaning
explicit principles or regulations governing conduct or procedure within a particular area of activity
Example
The teacher reminded the students to follow the classroom rules.
先生は生徒にクラスのルールに従うように注意しました。
C1 verb /stoʊk/

stoke

Meaning
To add fuel to a fire; to encourage or increase a strong feeling or activity.
Example
The politician’s speech stoked anger among the crowd.
B2 verb /kriːp/

creep

這う
Meaning
to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable
Example
She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.
彼女は誰も起こさないように静かに階段を上がった。
B1 noun /sɛks/

sex

性別
Meaning
the biological distinction between male and female; sexual activity
Example
He was asked about his sex at the doctor's office.
彼は医者のオフィスで自分の性別について尋ねられました。
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

クライマックス
Meaning
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process
Example
The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.
映画は最後の戦闘シーンでクライマックスに達しました。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

neo-darwinism

ネオダーウィニズム
Meaning
A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.
Example
Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics.
ネオダーウィニズムはダーウィンの自然選択説と現代遺伝学を組み合わせています。
C2 noun /ˈbɛnɪsən/

benison

祝福
Meaning
A blessing or benefit.
Example
The rain was a benison for the drought-stricken farmers.
その雨は干ばつに苦しむ農民たちにとって祝福でした。
C2 noun /ˈfiːæt/

fiat

命令、布告
Meaning
an official order or decree; authoritative command
Example
The new policy was enacted by royal fiat.
新しい政策は王の命令で実施されました。
C2 adjective /ɡrʌf/

gruff

粗野な
Meaning
Rough or stern in manner, speech, or voice.
Example
Despite his gruff manner, he was very kind-hearted.
彼の粗野な態度にもかかわらず、彼はとても優しい心を持っていた。
C1 noun ˌæf.ɔːr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

afforestation

植林
Meaning
The action of planting trees on an area of land in order to form a forest.
Example
Afforestation helps restore biodiversity.
植林は生物多様性を回復するのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

前任者
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
新しいマネージャーは前任者のミスから学びました。
B1 noun /ˈɡɪvər/

giver

与える人
Meaning
a person who gives something
Example
She was always a generous giver to charity.
彼女はいつも慈善団体への寛大なギヴァーでした。
B2 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

区別する
Meaning
To recognize or make a distinction between things.
Example
It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.
事実と意見を区別することは重要です。
B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

進展
Meaning
The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
Example
Progression in technology drives innovation.
技術の進展はイノベーションを促進する。
B2 noun /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

コラージュ
Meaning
A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.
Example
She created a collage using old magazine pictures.
彼女は古い雑誌の写真を使ってコラージュを作りました。
C1 verb /hɔːl/

haul

引っ張る
Meaning
to pull or drag something heavy with effort
Example
The workers hauled the boxes into the truck.
作業員たちは箱をトラックに引きずり込んだ。
C2 noun /əˈkriːʃən/

accretion

蓄積
Meaning
The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter.
Example
The accretion of wealth allowed him to invest in various projects.
財産の蓄積により、彼はさまざまなプロジェクトへの投資を可能にした。
B1 noun /ˈfʌŋkʃən/

function

機能
Meaning
An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.
Example
The main function of the heart is to pump blood.
心臓の主な機能は血液をポンプすることです。
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。
C2 noun /luːˈsɪd.ə.ti/

lucidity

明瞭
Meaning
Clarity of thought or style; the quality of being easily understood.
Example
His explanation had great lucidity, making it easy to understand.
彼の説明は非常に明瞭で、理解するのが簡単でした。
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。
B1 noun /ˈmɪnɪstər/

minister

大臣
Meaning
a head of a government department; a person who leads a church
Example
The finance minister announced new tax policies.
財務大臣は新しい税制政策を発表しました。
B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

組織的
Meaning
relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group
Example
He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.
彼は会社の組織構造を改善するために働いています。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

陽気な
Meaning
Full of good humor and cheerfulness.
Example
The children were in a jolly mood at the party.
子供たちはパーティーで陽気な気分でした。
C2 noun /əˈkwɪtəns/

acquittance

領収書
Meaning
a written receipt acknowledging payment or discharge of a debt
Example
He demanded an acquittance after paying the loan.
彼はローンを支払った後で、領収書を要求した。
A1 interjection /jɛə/

yeah

はい
Meaning
used to express agreement or affirmation
Example
Yeah, I’ll go to the store with you.
はい、私はあなたと一緒に店に行きます。
B1 adjective /drəˈmæt.ɪk/

Dramatic

ドラマチック; 突然で驚くべき; 興奮させると印象的
Meaning
relating to drama; sudden and striking; exciting and impressive
Example
The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.
ドラマティックな夕焼けが空を明るい色で染めた。
B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

送る
Meaning
to send off to a destination or for a purpose
Example
The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.
その会社は洪水の被害者に援助を発送しました。
C1 noun /əˈstuːt.nəs/

astuteness

洞察力
Meaning
The ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
Example
His astuteness helped in negotiations.
彼の洞察力は交渉で役立った。
C1 adjective /ˌmer.ɪˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Meritorious

称賛に値する
Meaning
deserving reward or praise; commendable; worthy of recognition
Example
His meritorious service to the community was recognized.
彼の社会への価値ある貢献は認められました。
C2 noun /ˈkæm.fər/

Camphor

カンフル
Meaning
a white crystalline substance with a strong aromatic smell, used in medicine and religious ceremonies
Example
The temple was filled with the fragrant smoke of burning camphor.
寺院は燃えているカンフルの芳香煙で満たされていました。
C1 noun /pɛnˈtæθlɒn/

pentathlon

ペンタスロン
Meaning
An athletic contest featuring five different events.
Example
She trained hard to compete in the modern pentathlon.
彼女は現代五種競技に出場するために一生懸命訓練した。
B1 noun /ˈmɪlk.mæn/

Milkman

牛乳配達員
Meaning
a person who delivers milk to homes or businesses
Example
The milkman delivers fresh milk to our house every morning.
牛乳配達員は毎朝私たちの家に新鮮なミルクを届けます。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈbʊrʒ.wɑː/

bourgeois

ブルジョア
Meaning
Relating to the middle class, often with materialistic values or conventional attitudes.
Example
The novel criticizes the bourgeois lifestyle of the city dwellers.
その小説は都市住民のブルジョア生活様式を批判している。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːprəˈmʌndeɪn/

supramundane

超俗的
Meaning
beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent
Example
The monk spoke of supramundane peace beyond material life.
僧侶は物質的な生活を超えた超俗的な平和について話しました。
A2 adjective /ˈfuː.lɪʃ/

Foolish

愚か; 馬鹿; ばかげた
Meaning
lacking good sense or judgment; unwise; silly
Example
It was foolish of him to drive in such heavy rain.
そんな激しい雨の中で運転するのは愚かだった。
C1 noun /ˌdʒuː.bɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

jubilation

歓喜
Meaning
a feeling or expression of great happiness and triumph
Example
There was jubilation in the streets after the victory.
勝利後、街中は歓喜に包まれていました。
B2 noun /ˈkiːɒsk/

kiosk

キオスク
Meaning
A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.
Example
She bought a bottle of water from the kiosk near the station.
彼女は駅の近くのキオスクで水のボトルを買いました。
A2 adjective /ˈreɡ.jə.lər/

Regular

定期的な
Meaning
happening at fixed intervals; consistent; normal; frequent
Example
She goes for regular exercise every morning at 6 AM.
彼女は毎朝6時に定期的な運動をします。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊstər/

poster

ポスター
Meaning
a large printed picture or notice that is put on a wall for decoration or to advertise something
Example
They put up a movie poster outside the theater.
彼らは映画館の外に映画のポスターを貼った。
C2 noun /ɡrænˈtiː/

grantee

助成金受領者
Meaning
A person or organization that receives a grant or benefit.
Example
The grantee must submit a progress report every six months.
助成金受領者は、6ヶ月ごとに進捗報告書を提出しなければならない。
A2 verb /rɪˈpiːt/

repeat

繰り返す
Meaning
to say or do something again
Example
Could you please repeat what you just said?
今言ったことを繰り返してくれますか？
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 adjective /ɪmˈpæʃənd/

impassioned

情熱的な
Meaning
Filled with or showing great emotion.
Example
She gave an impassioned speech about human rights.
彼女は人権について情熱的なスピーチを行いました。
C2 noun ˈsɒmnələns

somnolence

眠気
Meaning
A state of drowsiness or sleepiness; inclination to sleep.
Example
The somnolence after a heavy meal made it hard to concentrate.
重い食事の後、眠気が集中するのを難しくしました。
B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

美的
Meaning
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
Example
Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.
良いアスセティックデザインは製品の魅力を高めます。
B1 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈkɛtəl/

Electric Kettle

電気ケトル
Meaning
An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity
Example
The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling.
電気ケトルは水が沸騰し始めると自動でオフになります。
B2 adjective /əˈpəʊzd/

opposed

反対の
Meaning
being against or in disagreement with something
Example
She is strongly opposed to animal testing.
彼女は動物実験に強く反対しています。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈɛstɪməbl/

inestimable

計り知れない
Meaning
Too great or valuable to be measured or estimated.
Example
Her contribution to the project was of inestimable value.
プロジェクトへの彼女の貢献は計り知れない価値があった。
B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

吸収する
Meaning
to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information
Example
The sponge absorbed all the water.
スポンジは水をすべて吸収しました。
C1 noun /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsəns/

reminiscence

回想
Meaning
a story or memory about past events
Example
He shared a reminiscence of his childhood days in the village.
彼は村での子供時代の思い出を語った。
B2 noun /ˈpriː.tɛns/ or /prɪˈtɛns/

pretense

仮面, 偽装
Meaning
A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.
Example
His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.
彼の優しさは信頼を得るための単なる仮面だった。
C1 verb /weɪd/

wade

水を歩く
Meaning
to walk through water or another substance that impedes movement
Example
The children waded in the shallow river.
子供たちは浅い川を歩いていました。
C1 noun /ˈtʃʌk.əl/

Chuckle

軽い笑い
Meaning
a quiet or suppressed laugh; to laugh quietly or with amusement
Example
He gave a soft chuckle when he heard the funny joke.
彼は面白いジョークを聞いて軽くクスクス笑った。
C2 verb /ˈpɒntɪfɪkeɪt/

pontificate

傲慢または教義的な方法で話すまたは行動する; 教皇として務める
Meaning
to speak or act in a pompous or dogmatic way; to officiate as a pontiff
Example
He pontificated on the importance of education for over an hour.
彼は1時間以上にわたり教育の重要性について傲慢に話しました。
C1 adjective /səˈtɪrɪkəl/

satirical

風刺的
Meaning
containing or using satire to criticize or mock
Example
The satirical cartoon mocked the government's new policy.
その風刺的な漫画は政府の新しい政策を嘲笑しました。
C1 adjective /pɒˈstɪəriər/

posterior

後部
Meaning
Situated at or toward the back; later in time.
Example
The posterior part of the brain controls vision.
脳の後部は視覚を制御します。
C1 noun /səˈrɛn.ɪ.ti/

serenity

静けさ
Meaning
The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
Example
Meditation helps in achieving inner serenity.
瞑想は内面的な静けさを達成するのに役立ちます。
C2 noun /ˈsɛpəlkər/

sepulcher

墓室
Meaning
A small room or monument, cut in rock or built of stone, in which a dead person is buried.
Example
The ancient king was laid to rest in a grand sepulcher.
古代の王は大きな墓室に埋葬されました。
C1 verb /dɪˈbɑːr/

debar

禁止する
Meaning
To officially prevent someone from doing something.
Example
He was debarred from entering the competition due to cheating.
彼は不正行為のため競技への参加が禁止されました。
C2 verb /ɛmˈbɔs/

emboss

浮き彫りにする
Meaning
to decorate a surface with a raised design or pattern
Example
The invitation card was embossed with golden letters.
招待状は金色の文字でエンボスされていました。
C2 adjective /dɪsˈpɛptɪk/

dyspeptic

消化不良, イライラした
Meaning
Relating to indigestion or having a gloomy or irritable disposition.
Example
After the heavy meal, he felt dyspeptic and uncomfortable.
重い食事の後、彼は消化不良で不快に感じました。
C1 noun /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/

disposition

Meaning
A person's usual attitude or temperament; arrangement or tendency.
Example
She has a cheerful disposition despite the difficulties.
B1 verb /pərˈfɔːrm/

perform

演じる
Meaning
to carry out an action or present entertainment; to function
Example
The orchestra will perform at the concert hall tonight.
オーケストラは今夜コンサートホールで演奏を行います。
C1 verb /ˈfɔːrtɪˌfaɪ/

fortify

強化する
Meaning
To strengthen a place, person, or thing physically or mentally.
Example
They fortified the city walls to protect against invasion.
彼らは侵略に備えて街の壁を強化しました。
B1 adverb /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl.i/

Practically

実質的に; ほぼ; ほぼ
Meaning
in a practical manner; almost; nearly
Example
The project is practically finished.
そのプロジェクトはほぼ終わりました。
C1 noun /beɪn/

bane

災い
Meaning
A cause of great distress, harm, or annoyance.
Example
Traffic jams are the bane of city life.
交通渋滞は都市生活の災いです。
A2 noun /ˈmiːdiə/

Media

メディア
Meaning
The main means of mass communication regarded collectively
Example
The news was widely reported in all forms of media.
ニュースはすべてのメディアで広く報道されました。
C2 verb /ˌdɪskəmˈbɑːbjuleɪt/

discombobulate

混乱させる
Meaning
to confuse or disconcert; to upset the normal order
Example
The sudden question seemed to discombobulate him.
突然の質問が彼を混乱させたようだ。
C1 noun /ˈænti ˈeəkræft ɡʌn/

Anti-aircraft-gun

対空砲
Meaning
a weapon designed to attack aircraft from the ground
Example
The anti-aircraft gun was positioned to defend the military base.
対空砲は軍事基地を守るために配置されました。