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。

B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

現れる

Meaning

to begin to exist or to happen

Example

Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.

計画を立てないと問題が現れることがあります。

B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Example

You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.

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 /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 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 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 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

交代、代替

Meaning

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Example

The students alternate between online and offline classes.

学生たちはオンラインとオフラインのクラスを交互に受講します。

B2 noun /ˈæltɪtuːd/

altitude

高度

Meaning

the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

Example

The airplane is flying at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

飛行機は30,000フィートの高度で飛んでいます。

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 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

病気

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

彼は軽い胃の病気のために医者に行った。

B2 adjective /əˈfektɪd/

Affected

影響を受けた；影響を与えられた

Meaning

influenced; impacted; touched by something

Example

The flood-affected areas need immediate assistance.

洪水の影響を受けた地域は、即時の支援が必要です。

B2 noun /əˈreɪ/

array

配列、展示

Meaning

an impressive display or arrangement of things

Example

The shop displayed an array of colorful dresses.

ショップはカラフルなドレスの印象的な展示をしました。

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 adjective /əˈlɛdʒd/

alleged

疑われた

Meaning

said or thought to be true, but not proven

Example

The alleged thief was caught by the police.

疑われた泥棒は警察に捕まった。

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

アロエベラ

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

アロエベラの植物はオレンジ色や黄色のチューブ状の花を咲かせます。

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。

B2 adjective /əˈbrʌpt/

abrupt

突然

Meaning

Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.

Example

The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.

車は道路の中央で急停車しました。

B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

南極の

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

南極地域はその極寒と氷のような景色で知られています。

B2 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

会計

Meaning

the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions

Example

She works in the accounting department of a large firm.

彼女は大手企業の会計部門で働いています。

B2 noun /æmˈbæsədər/

Ambassador

大使

Meaning

an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country

Example

The ambassador met with government officials to discuss trade agreements.

大使は貿易協定について議論するために政府の役人と会いました。

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 /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

アルミニウム

Meaning

a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging

Example

Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.

アルミニウムは缶や飛行機の部品に使われます。

B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

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 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 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。

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 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

匿名の; 名前のない

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

著者は匿名のペンネームでその本を出版した。

B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

国歌

Meaning

A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.

Example

The national anthem was played before the football match.

サッカーの試合の前に国歌が演奏されました。

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 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

加速された

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

プロジェクトは加速したペースで進んでいった。

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 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

従う

Meaning

to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell

Example

I will abide by the rules of the company.

私は会社のルールに従います。

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 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 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

オークション

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

アンティーク家具は先週末のオークションで売られました。

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

達成可能な

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

達成可能なステップから始めて、モチベーションを保ちましょう。

B2 noun /əˈtɒm.ɪk ˈhæb.ɪts/

atomic habits

アトミック・ハビッツ

Meaning

Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time

Example

Developing atomic habits leads to long-term success.

アトミック・ハビッツを育むことが長期的な成功に繋がる。

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

割り当て

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

教育のための予算の割り当ては増加しなければならない。

B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

中毒

Meaning

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

Example

Many people are addicted to social media.

多くの人々がソーシャルメディアに中毒しています。

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。

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

オーディション

Meaning

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

彼女は学校の劇で主役の役をオーディションした。

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 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 əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

修正案は進化する公共のニーズを反映しています。

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 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

調整可能な; 可変の; 調節できる;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

この椅子は高さが調節可能です。

B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

修道院

Meaning

A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.

Example

The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.

丘の上の古い修道院は毎年多くの観光客を引き寄せます。

B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

隣接する

Meaning

পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;

Example

The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.

ホテルはショッピングモールの隣にあります。

B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

食欲

Meaning

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.

Example

Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.

ジャンクフードは食欲を不自然に増加させる。

B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Example

The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.

B2 noun ɔːɡˈmɛn.tɪd riˈæl.ɪ.ti

augmented reality

拡張現実、仮想と現実世界の融合

Meaning

Technology that overlays digital information on the real world environment.

Example

Gaming has been transformed by augmented reality.

拡張現実がゲームを変えました。

B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

灰

Meaning

the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance

Example

After the fire, only ash remained of the house.

火事の後、家の灰だけが残った。

B2 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

人類学

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

Example

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

彼女は大学で人類学を専攻することに決めました。

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 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 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 verb /əˈveɪl/

avail

利用する

Meaning

to make use of something; to be of use or benefit

Example

You should avail yourself of this opportunity.

この機会を利用すべきです。

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 /æpt/

apt

適切な

Meaning

Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.

Example

She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.

彼女は新しい概念をすぐに理解できる適切な学生です。

B2 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

類推

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

先生はエッセイの構造を説明するために木の類推を使いました。

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 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 adverb /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkli/

alphabetically

アルファベット順に

Meaning

in the order of the letters of the alphabet

Example

The names are listed alphabetically in the register.

名前は登録簿にアルファベット順に並んでいます。

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。

B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

傲慢

Meaning

having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities

Example

His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.

彼の傲慢は彼を同僚の中で人気がなくさせました。

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 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 noun /ˈækni/

acne

ニキビ

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

定期の洗浄とバランスの取れた食事は、ニキビの減少に役立ちます。

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 /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 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 /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 verb əˈteɪnd

attained

達成した

Meaning

Succeeded in achieving (something that one desires and has worked for); reached a specified age, size, or amount.

Example

The region attained remarkable progress.

その地域は顕著な進展を達成しました。

B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

目覚めさせる

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

大きな音が目覚めさせ、近所全体を起こした。

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 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.

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 /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

廃止

Meaning

the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution

Example

The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.

奴隷制度の廃止は人権の歴史における重要な節目でした。

B2 adjective /əˈkaʊntəbl/

accountable

責任がある

Meaning

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

Example

Staying accountable helps reduce delays.

責任があることが遅延を減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 noun ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən

aspiration

志望

Meaning

A hope or ambition of achieving something, a strong desire or goal to achieve something.

Example

His aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur.

彼のアスピレーションは成功した起業家になることです。

B2 noun əˈbʌndəns

abundance

豊富

Meaning

A very large quantity of something; plenty

Example

The abundance of vegetables in winter is remarkable.

冬の野菜の豊富さは素晴らしい。

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 adverb /əˈlɔːŋ.saɪd/

Alongside

隣で; 一緒に;

Meaning

beside; next to; together with

Example

She walked alongside her friend through the park.

彼女は公園で友達と一緒に歩いた。

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

蓄積

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

ほこりの蓄積が家電の効率に影響を与える。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

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 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

アドバイザリー

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

委員会は取締役会にアドバイザリーの役割を果たしています。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

職人

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.

職人は美しい木製の椅子を作りました。

B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

達成する

Meaning

to achieve or complete successfully

Example

She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.

彼女はその年の目標をすべて達成することができました。

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 /əˈkjuːt/

acute

急性

Meaning

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

Example

The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery.

手術後、患者は激しい痛みを感じました。

B2 noun ɑːmd ˈkɒn.flɪkt

armed conflict

武装紛争

Meaning

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

Example

Armed conflict resulted in widespread devastation.

武装紛争は広範な破壊を引き起こしました。

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 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Meaning

a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system

Example

The school administrator implemented new policies for students.

B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

真正性

Meaning

The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.

Example

The authenticity of the document was verified.

文書の真正性が確認されました。

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 verb /ˈæktɪveɪt/

activate

アクティベート

Meaning

to make something start or function

Example

She pressed the button to activate the machine.

彼女は機械を起動するためにボタンを押しました。

B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

任意の

Meaning

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system

Example

The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.

教師の任意の採点は多くの学生を困らせました。

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 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 noun /əˈtɜːrni/

attorney

弁護士

Meaning

a person who practices law; a lawyer

Example

She hired an attorney to represent her in court.

彼女は裁判所で彼女を代表するために弁護士を雇いました。

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 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。

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 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

加速する

Meaning

to increase speed or make something happen sooner

Example

The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.

運転手はトラックを追い越すために加速しました。

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 ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

悪影響

Meaning

Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.

Example

Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.

プラスチックの使用は環境に悪影響を与える。

B2 noun əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

同盟

Meaning

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

Example

Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.

グローバルアライアンスは環境の持続可能性を促進します。

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 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 /əˈstɒnɪʃt/

astonished

驚いた

Meaning

feeling very surprised or amazed

Example

She was astonished by the magician's incredible trick.

彼女はその魔術師の信じられない手品に驚いた。

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 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

人工的に;

Meaning

by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner

Example

The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.

その湖は灌漑目的で人工的に作られました。

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, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

暴行

Meaning

a physical attack or to attack someone violently

Example

He was charged with assault after the fight.

喧嘩の後で暴行の罪で起訴されました。

B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

アクティブリコール

Meaning

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

Example

Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.

アクティブリコールは長期記憶と保持力を向上させます。

B2 noun /əkˈsɛsəri/

accessory

アクセサリー; 犯罪に加担する人物

Meaning

a thing which can be added to something else to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive; a person who assists in committing a crime

Example

She bought some stylish accessories for her new phone.

彼女は新しい電話のためにいくつかのスタイリッシュなアクセサリーを買いました。

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 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。