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 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

同行する

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

彼女は友達にコンサートに一緒に行ってほしいと頼んだ。

B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

開始する

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

式は正午に開始されます。

B2 noun /ˈhoʊmlænd/

homeland

故郷

Meaning

a person's native country or region

Example

She returned to her homeland after ten years abroad.

彼女は10年間海外に住んだ後、故郷に帰国した。

B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

頭蓋骨

Meaning

the bony framework of the head that protects the brain

Example

The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.

医者は慎重に頭蓋骨のX線写真を調べました。

B2 noun ˈkwəʊ.tə

quota

クォータ

Meaning

A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things, in particular.

Example

The quota reform was a key demand.

クォータ改革は重要な要求でした。

B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

柱

Meaning

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

Example

The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.

古代の寺院は巨大な石の柱によって支えられていました。

B2 noun /ˈlɛtɪs/

lettuce

レタス

Meaning

a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches

Example

She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich.

彼女はサンドイッチに新鮮なレタスを加えた。

B2 noun /ɡloʊb/

Globe

球形の物体；地球；地球の球形モデル

Meaning

a spherical or rounded object; the earth; a spherical model of the earth

Example

The teacher used a globe to show the students the locations of different countries.

先生は地球儀を使って、学生たちに異なる国々の位置を示しました。

B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

称賛に値する

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

プロジェクトへの彼女の献身は本当に称賛に値した。

B2 noun /er/

Heir

相続人

Meaning

a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death

Example

The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne and would become king someday.

若い王子は王位の正当な相続人であり、いつか王になるでしょう。

B2 noun /ˈmæd.nəs/

Madness

狂気; 精神錯乱;

Meaning

the state of being mentally ill, especially severely; extremely foolish behavior

Example

It would be madness to drive in this storm.

この嵐の中で運転するのは狂気だろう。

B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

成熟

Meaning

The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally

Example

With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.

年齢とともに知恵と感情的成熟が訪れる。

B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

被告

Meaning

a person who has been charged with a crime

Example

The accused pleaded not guilty in court.

被告人は法廷で無罪を主張しました。

B2 adverb /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəli/

fundamentally

基本的に

Meaning

in a basic and important way; at the core

Example

The two theories are fundamentally different.

この二つの理論は基本的に異なります。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

特定の人物、グループ、またはエリアに制限された; 他の人と共有しない

Meaning

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

Example

The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.

ホテルはプライベートビーチへのエクスクルーシブなアクセスを提供します。

B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

雄鶏

Meaning

an adult male chicken

Example

The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.

雄鶏は夜明けに大声で鳴き、皆を起こしました。

B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

資格がある

Meaning

Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.

Example

Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.

資格のある候補者のみが任命のために考慮されます。

B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/

Recipient

受取人

Meaning

a person who receives something

Example

She was the recipient of the prestigious award.

彼女はその名誉ある賞の受取人でした。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

無関心

Meaning

having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another

Example

She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.

彼女は試合の結果に無関心だった。

B2 noun /ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/

emergence

出現

Meaning

the process of coming into view, existence, or prominence

Example

The emergence of new technologies has transformed communication.

新しい技術の出現は、コミュニケーションを変革しました。

B2 verb /fɔɪl/

foil

阻止する

Meaning

To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.

Example

The police foiled the robbery attempt.

警察は強盗未遂を阻止した。

B2 noun /ˈbaɪoʊ ˌdeɪtə/

Bio-data

履歴書

Meaning

biographical data; a resume or curriculum vitae containing personal and professional information

Example

Please submit your bio-data along with the job application.

履歴書を求人応募書類と一緒に提出してください。

B2 noun /ˈroʊstɪd miːt/

Roasted meat

ロースト肉

Meaning

meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over fire

Example

The roasted meat was perfectly seasoned and tender.

ロースト肉は完璧に調味され、柔らかかった。

B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

調査, アンケート

Meaning

noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)

Example

They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.

彼らは顧客の好みを理解するために調査を行いました。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

余白; 範囲

Meaning

The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed

Example

Please write your notes in the margin of the page.

ページの余白にメモを書いてください。

B2 noun /kənˈfɛkʃəneri/

confectionery

菓子類

Meaning

sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar

Example

The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery.

その店はさまざまなお菓子を販売しています。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

インスティチュート

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

大学は図書館のために新しいルールを設立することを決定しました。

B2 adjective /ˌfæʃ.ənd/

Outdated

時代遅れ

Meaning

obsolete; no longer current

Example

This computer software is completely outdated.

このソフトウェアは完全に時代遅れです。

B2 verb /buːst/

boost

増加させる

Meaning

To increase, improve, or raise something.

Example

The company launched a campaign to boost sales.

会社は売上を増加させるためのキャンペーンを開始しました。

B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

仕切られたスペース

Meaning

A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.

Example

She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.

彼女は他の3人の同僚と一緒に仕切られたスペースで働いています。

B2 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

大幅に

Meaning

to a great extent or degree

Example

The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.

新しい政策は労働条件を大幅に改善しました。

Meaning

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

Example

She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.

B2 noun ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

愛国心

Meaning

The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Example

Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.

勝利の日は国全体の愛国心を反映しています。

B2 verb /wɛd/

wed

結婚する

Meaning

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

Example

They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach.

彼らはビーチで小さな式を挙げることを決めました。

B2 adverb /ˈpʌb.lɪk.li/

Publicly

公然と; 公開で;

Meaning

in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know

Example

The company publicly announced their new policy.

その会社は新しい方針を公開で発表しました。

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

こっそり

Meaning

in a way that is hidden or not known by others

Example

She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.

彼女は友達のためにこっそりサプライズパーティーを計画した。

B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

一致する

Meaning

To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.

Example

The meeting coincided with her birthday.

会議は彼女の誕生日と一致しました。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

氷のような; 非常に冷たい; 敵対的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

氷のような風が皆を震えさせた。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

incomplete

不完全

Meaning

Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.

Example

Her report was incomplete and needed further details.

彼女の報告は不完全で、詳細が必要でした。

B2 noun /ˈmɒdəreɪtər/

moderator

モデレーター

Meaning

A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.

Example

The moderator asked each panelist to share their views.

モデレーターは各パネリストに自分の意見を共有するように頼みました。

B2 noun /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

避難所

Meaning

A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.

Example

The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.

その森は絶滅危惧種の動物たちの避難所です。

B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

リスク要因

Meaning

Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition

Example

Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.

水質汚染は健康にとって重要なリスク要因です。

B2 noun /ˈtæd.poʊl/

Tadpole

おたまじゃくし

Meaning

the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail

Example

The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.

池はおたまじゃくしでいっぱいでした。

B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

偽りの, 嘘の

Meaning

not genuine; fraudulent or insincere

Example

He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.

彼は本当の気持ちを隠すために偽りの笑顔を見せた。

B2 noun /ˈɡʌvərnər/

governor

知事

Meaning

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

Example

The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.

知事は市民に来たる選挙について話しました。

B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

徹底的な, 詳細な

Meaning

complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial

Example

The report was thorough and well-researched.

そのレポートは徹底的で、十分に調査されていました。

B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

中心

Meaning

the central part of a place or activity where things converge

Example

The city is the hub of the country's trade network.

その都市は国の貿易ネットワークの中心です。

B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

窃盗

Meaning

the action or crime of stealing

Example

The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.

彼の財布の盗難は警察に報告されました。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

儀式

Meaning

relating to religious or ceremonial practices

Example

The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.

結婚式では多くの伝統的な儀式が行われました。

B2 adjective /ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

beneficial

有益な

Meaning

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

Example

Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.

目をこすることは適度であれば有益です。

B2 noun /ˈdʌmi/

dummy

ダミー / バカな人

Meaning

a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person

Example

The tailor used a dummy to display the dress.

仕立て屋はドレスを展示するためにダミーを使った。

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 noun /ˈlɒtəri/

lottery

宝くじ

Meaning

A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets and giving prizes to the holders of numbers drawn at random.

Example

He won a car in the national lottery.

彼は全国宝くじで車を当てた。

B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

クローゼット

Meaning

a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things

Example

She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.

彼女は冬のコートをドアの近くのクローゼットに保管しています。

B2 verb /dɪsˈtɜːb/

disturb

邪魔する

Meaning

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

Example

Please don’t disturb me while I’m studying.

勉強している間に私を邪魔しないでください。

B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

戦う

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

政府は汚職と戦うための措置を講じています。

B2 adjective /ˈmæn.dəˌtɔːr.i/

mandatory

義務的な

Meaning

required by law or rules; compulsory

Example

Wearing seat belts is mandatory in most countries.

ほとんどの国でシートベルトの着用は義務的です。

B2 noun /rek/

Wreck

破壊; 車両事故;

Meaning

the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed

Example

The car wreck blocked the highway for hours.

自動車の事故で高速道路が数時間封鎖された。

B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

脇の下

Meaning

the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder

Example

He applied deodorant to his armpit.

彼は脇の下にデオドラントを塗った。

B2 noun /ˌɑb.lɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Obligation

義務

Meaning

a duty or commitment; something that must be done legally or morally

Example

Parents have an obligation to care for their children.

親は子供の世話をする義務がある。

B2 verb /stɪŋ/

sting

刺す

Meaning

to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain

Example

The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening.

蜂は彼が庭仕事をしているときに彼の腕を刺しました。

B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

空洞; 中身がない;

Meaning

having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere

Example

The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.

空洞の木の幹は小さな動物に避難場所を提供しました。

B2 noun /rɪˈmaɪndər/

reminder

リマインダー

Meaning

something that helps you remember a fact, event, or action that you need to do or recall

Example

He set a reminder to call his mother on her birthday.

彼は母親の誕生日に電話するためにリマインダーを設定しました。

B2 verb /ˈsuːpərvaɪz/

supervise

監督する

Meaning

to watch and direct a person or activity to ensure things are done correctly

Example

The teacher supervises students during the exam.

教師は試験中に学生を監督します。

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

仮定する

Meaning

To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.

Example

I presume she has already left for the meeting.

私は彼女がすでに会議に出かけたと思います。

B2 adjective /ˈfæktʃuəl/

Factual

事実に基づいた; 真実の

Meaning

based on facts; accurate; true

Example

The report contains only factual information.

レポートには事実に基づく情報のみが含まれています。

B2 noun /bædʒ/

badge

バッジ

Meaning

A small emblem or sign worn to show membership, authority, or achievement.

Example

The police officer showed his badge to identify himself.

警察官は自分を識別するためにバッジを見せた。

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

地平線

Meaning

The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.

Example

The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.

望遠鏡は天文学の新しい地平線を開きます。

B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

幸せ

Meaning

A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.

Example

Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せなかった。

B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

鏡

Meaning

a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images

Example

She looked at herself in the looking glass.

彼女は鏡の中で自分を見ました。

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

認識

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

彼は自分の申し込みの認識を受け取りました。

B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

忠実な; 信頼できる; 忠誠心のある

Meaning

faithful; devoted; trustworthy

Example

He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.

彼は困難な時期にも友達に忠実であり続けた。

B2 verb /ˈnoʊtɪfaɪ/

notify

通知する

Meaning

to inform someone officially about something

Example

The manager will notify the staff about the schedule change.

マネージャーはスタッフにスケジュールの変更について通知します。

B2 adjective ˈteɪləd

tailored

オーダーメイド

Meaning

Made or adapted for a particular purpose or person.

Example

He wore a tailored suit that complemented his physique perfectly.

彼は自分の体型にぴったり合うオーダーメイドのスーツを着ていた。

B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

提供する

Meaning

to provide or give; to make or cause to become

Example

The artist renders the scene beautifully.

アーティストはシーンを美しく表現します。

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

rearrange

再配置する

Meaning

to change the order or position of something

Example

She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room.

彼女はリビングルームの家具を再配置することに決めました。

B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

自己規律

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.

Example

Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.

自己規律は長期的な成功に不可欠です。

B2 noun /frɔːd/

Fraud

詐欺

Meaning

wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain

Example

The company was investigated for credit card fraud and money laundering.

その会社はクレジットカード詐欺とマネーロンダリングで調査されました。

B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

尊敬

Meaning

a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something

Example

She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.

彼女は先生の献身に尊敬を感じた。

B2 adjective /ˈsɒl.ɪ.ter.i/

Solitary

孤独; 孤立; 一人

Meaning

alone; without companions; single; isolated

Example

He lived a solitary life in the mountains.

彼は山中で孤独な生活を送っていました。

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

味がない

Meaning

lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style

Example

The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.

スープは完全に味がなく、さらに調味料が必要でした。

B2 noun /hʊd/

Hood

フッド

Meaning

the expandable neck region of certain snakes like cobras; a covering for the head

Example

The cobra spread its hood when it felt threatened.

コブラは脅威を感じるとフッドを広げました。

B2 verb ˈfaɪ.nəl.aɪz

finalize

最終決定する

Meaning

To complete arrangements for something; put into final form.

Example

The treaty was finalized after the discussions.

協定は討論後に最終決定されました。

B2 adjective /ˌbaɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

bilingual

バイリンガル

Meaning

Able to speak two languages fluently.

Example

She grew up in a bilingual household speaking both English and Spanish.

彼女はバイリンガルの家庭で育ち、英語とスペイン語の両方を話しました。

B2 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

社会的責任

Meaning

The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.

Example

Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.

社会的責任は教育課程の一部であるべきです。

B2 noun /ɒdz/

odds

確率

Meaning

the likelihood or probability of something happening; chances for or against something

Example

The odds of winning the lottery are very low.

宝くじに当選する確率は非常に低いです。

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法論

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

その研究は新しいメソドロジーを使って行われました。

B2 noun /ˈæktɪvɪst/

activist

活動家

Meaning

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

Example

The activist organized a protest against pollution.

活動家は汚染に反対する抗議を組織しました。