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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 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

安心
Meaning
comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts
Example
She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.
彼女はすべてがうまくいくことを確認するために安心が必要でした。
B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

実施された
Meaning
Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.
Example
The master plans were partially implemented.
マスタープランは部分的に実施されました。
B2 noun /ˈspesɪmən/

Specimen

標本; 試料; サンプル
Meaning
an individual example of something; a sample collected for scientific study or testing
Example
The scientist collected a blood specimen for analysis.
科学者は分析のために血液の標本を集めました。
B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

アニメーションされた
Meaning
Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.
Example
The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.
そのアニメーション映画は子供たちと大人たちに愛されました。
B2 noun /ˈfriːˌlænsər/

freelancer

フリーランサー
Meaning
A person who works independently without being permanently employed by one organization.
Example
She works as a freelancer designing websites for different clients.
彼女はフリーランサーとして、異なるクライアントのためにウェブサイトをデザインしています。
B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想的な環境
Meaning
Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development
Example
Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.
冬は野菜の成長に理想的な環境を作り出します。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

不確かに
Meaning
in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty
Example
She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.
彼女は複雑な指示を不確かに見つめた。
B2 adverb /ˈred.ɪ.li/

Readily

快く; 簡単に; ためらわずに
Meaning
willingly; easily; without hesitation
Example
She readily agreed to help with the project.
彼女は喜んでプロジェクトを手伝うことに同意した。
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 noun /ˈwɜːrkɪŋ mæn/

working-man

労働者
Meaning
a man engaged in manual labor or industrial work, often considered as part of the working class
Example
The working-man fought hard for better wages and conditions.
労働者はより良い賃金と条件のために懸命に戦った。
B2 noun /bɑnd/

Bond

絆; 債券
Meaning
a close connection joining two or more people; a certificate of debt issued by a government or corporation
Example
The strong bond between the mother and child was evident.
母親と子供の間の強い絆は明らかでした。
B2 noun /kənˈfɛʃən/

confession

告白
Meaning
a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong
Example
The suspect made a full confession to the police.
容疑者は警察に完全な告白をした。
B2 noun /əbˈsɛʃən/

obsession

執着
Meaning
An idea, thought, or concern that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.
Example
His obsession with success drove him to work day and night.
成功への執着が彼を昼夜働かせた。
B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

未亡人の夫
Meaning
a man whose wife has died and who has not married again
Example
The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.
高齢の未亡人の夫は一人で住んでいましたが、子供たちから定期的に訪問を受けていました。
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 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

窮屈, 不快適な小ささ
Meaning
uncomfortably small or restricted
Example
The room was so cramped that we could barely move.
部屋はとても窮屈で、ほとんど動けませんでした。
B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

rumor

噂
Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.
Example
There’s a rumor that the company will merge next year.
来年、会社が合併するという噂があります。
B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

タラ
Meaning
A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food
Example
The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.
漁師は北大西洋で大きなタラを捕まえた。
B2 noun /məʊˈbɪləti/

mobility

モビリティ
Meaning
The ability to move or be moved freely and easily; the quality of being mobile.
Example
The mobility of workers is essential for the success of the project.
労働者のモビリティはプロジェクトの成功にとって不可欠です。
B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

明確にする
Meaning
to make clear; to explain more clearly
Example
The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.
先生は難しい概念を明確にします。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

特許
Meaning
a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights
Example
He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.
彼は自分の新しい発明をコピーから守るために特許を取った。
B2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtər/

investigator

幸福
Meaning
a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation
Example
The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができませんでした。
B2 adjective /ˈrek.ləs/

Reckless

無謀な; 無鉄砲な; 危険な;
Meaning
acting without thinking about consequences; careless; dangerous;
Example
His reckless driving caused a serious accident.
彼の無謀な運転は深刻な事故を引き起こしました。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

疲れさせる
Meaning
to tire out completely; to use up resources
Example
The long journey exhausted the children.
長い旅が子供たちを疲れさせた。
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

言葉を失う
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、言葉を失いました。
B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

葉物野菜
Meaning
Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage
Example
Eating greens is important for good health.
葉物野菜を食べることは健康にとって重要です。
B2 noun /ˈes.əns/

Essence

本質
Meaning
the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something
Example
The essence of good teaching is the ability to inspire students.
良い教育の本質は学生を励ます能力です。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrmləs/

Harmless

無害な; 無実の; 安全な
Meaning
not able or likely to cause harm; innocent; safe
Example
The snake looks dangerous but it's actually harmless.
ヘビは危険に見えるが、実際には無害だ。
B2 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

データベース
Meaning
a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically
Example
The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.
会社の顧客情報は安全なデータベースに保存されています。
B2 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

適用可能
Meaning
Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.
Example
This rule is applicable to eye care too.
このルールは目のケアにも適用されます。
B2 adjective /bɪˈlʌvɪd/

beloved

愛されている
Meaning
dearly loved, highly regarded
Example
She was the beloved queen of the kingdom.
彼女は王国の愛されている女王でした。
B2 adjective /fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

foreseeable

予測可能な
Meaning
Able to be predicted or expected in advance
Example
The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future.
その会社は予測可能な未来において変化を起こす可能性は低い。
B2 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

銅
Meaning
a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more
Example
Copper is a good conductor of electricity.
銅は良い電気導体です。
B2 noun /braʊ/

brow

額
Meaning
the part of the face above the eyes; forehead
Example
She wiped the sweat from her brow.
彼女は額の汗を拭った。
B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

質感
Meaning
the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance
Example
The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.
その布は柔らかく滑らかな質感です。
B2 verb /ˈtrænsplænt/

transplant

移植する
Meaning
to move something, especially a plant or organ, from one place to another
Example
The doctors transplanted a kidney into the patient.
医師たちは患者に腎臓を移植しました。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

中年
Meaning
being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old
Example
The middle-aged man started a new career.
中年の男性が新しいキャリアを始めた。
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。
B2 noun/verb /ɡʌt/

gut

胃 / 勇気
Meaning
The stomach or belly; also used for courage, instinct, or to remove the inside of something.
Example
He had the guts to stand up for his beliefs.
彼は自分の信念を守る勇気を持っていました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒm.ɪt/

Comet

彗星
Meaning
a celestial object consisting of ice and dust that develops a tail when approaching the sun
Example
Halley's Comet appears in the sky every 76 years.
ハレー彗星は76年ごとに空に現れます。
B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

統合された
Meaning
Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.
Example
Integrated systems optimize efficiency.
統合されたシステムは効率を最適化します。
B2 noun /sɪlk/

silk

絹
Meaning
a fine, smooth fabric made from the threads produced by silkworms
Example
The dress was made of pure silk.
そのドレスは純粋な絹で作られていた。
B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

決定的
Meaning
serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive
Example
The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.
委員会は政策に関する決定的な合意に達しました。
B2 adjective ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv

reproductive

繁殖に関する
Meaning
Relating to the reproduction of offspring.
Example
The reproductive cycle of pests can cause rapid infestations.
害虫の生殖サイクルは迅速な感染を引き起こす可能性があります。
B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

準備的な; 入門的な; 準備のための
Meaning
preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation
Example
She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.
彼女は最終試験の前に準備クラスに参加しました。
B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

評価する
Meaning
To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.
Example
The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.
教師は明日学生のプロジェクトを評価します。
B2 adverb /ˈhev.ɪ.li/

Heavily

激しく; 強く
Meaning
with great weight; to a great degree; intensely
Example
It rained heavily throughout the night.
夜通し激しく雨が降った。
B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

ナプキン
Meaning
a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating
Example
She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.
彼女は夕食を始める前に、膝の上にナプキンを置きました。
B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːrt/

revert

戻る
Meaning
to return to a previous state, condition, or practice
Example
The system will revert to its original settings after the update.
システムは更新後、元の設定に戻ります。
B2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nər.əns/

Ignorance

無知
Meaning
lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something
Example
His ignorance about basic computer skills made it difficult for him to find a job.
基本的なコンピュータースキルに関する彼の無知は、彼が仕事を見つけるのを難しくしました。
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

社交的; 友好的; 外向的
Meaning
friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing
Example
She is very sociable and makes friends easily.
彼女はとても社交的で、簡単に友達を作ります。
B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

時を超越した
Meaning
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.
Example
The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.
その絵画の時を超越した美しさは、世代を超えてアート愛好家を魅了しています。
B2 adjective /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Sluggish

遅い; 鈍い; 非活動的
Meaning
slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive
Example
The old computer became sluggish after running for hours.
古いコンピュータは数時間動かした後、遅くなった。
B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

アクセス可能
Meaning
easy to reach, use, or understand
Example
The museum is easily accessible by public transport.
その博物館は公共交通機関で簡単にアクセス可能です。
B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

ダート/急に走る
Meaning
to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target
Example
The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.
猫は車を避けるために急いで道路を横切りました。
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 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

驚かせる
Meaning
To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.
Example
The loud noise startled the children.
大きな音が子供たちを驚かせた。
B2 noun /ˈtrɒli/

Troly

トロリー
Meaning
an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street
Example
The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes.
トロリーは市内中心を15分ごとに走ります。
B2 verb /pɔːˈtreɪ/

portray

描く
Meaning
to describe or represent something or someone in a work of art or literature
Example
The novel portrays a vivid picture of life in the countryside.
その小説は田舎での生活の生き生きとした絵を描いています。
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 verb /ˌʌndərˈɛstɪmeɪt/

underestimate

過小評価する
Meaning
To judge something as less important or smaller than it really is.
Example
Never underestimate the power of teamwork.
決してチームワークの力を過小評価しないでください。
B2 adjective /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

cunning

ずるい
Meaning
Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion; cleverness in a tricky way.
Example
The cunning fox tricked the farmer.
ずる賢い狐は農夫を騙した。
B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

刺激
Meaning
A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.
Example
Plants respond to external stimulus.
植物は外部刺激に反応します。
B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

誓約; 約束; 保証;
Meaning
a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee
Example
He made a pledge to donate money to charity.
彼はチャリティーにお金を寄付する誓約をした。
B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

許可 / 承認
Meaning
official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects
Example
The pilot received clearance to land the plane.
パイロットは着陸許可を受けました。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

口頭の; 口に関する
Meaning
spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth
Example
The oral examination will test your speaking skills.
口頭試験はあなたの話す能力をテストします。
B2 adverb /ˈvɜː.tʃu.ə.li/

Virtually

実質的に; ほぼ;
Meaning
nearly; almost; in effect though not in name
Example
The building was virtually destroyed in the earthquake.
その建物は地震でほぼ破壊されました。
B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

タイム
Meaning
A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.
Example
She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.
彼女はローストチキンにタイムを振りかけました。
B2 noun /ˈdɪpləmæt/

diplomat

外交官
Meaning
An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.
Example
The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement.
外交官は平和協定の交渉を行いました。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

臭い
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
新鮮なパンの臭いがキッチンに広がった。
B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

Meaning
causing harm or injury
Example
The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.
B2 noun ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

逆境
Meaning
Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Example
He remained strong in the face of adversity.
彼は逆境に直面しても強さを保った。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

発生
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
インフルエンザの流行は学校の多くの生徒に影響を与えた。
B2 verb /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

distinguish

区別する
Meaning
to recognize or show the differences between two or more things; to set apart as different
Example
It can be difficult to distinguish between truth and rumor.
真実と噂を区別するのは難しいかもしれません。
B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

カシューナッツ
Meaning
a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor
Example
Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.
カシューナッツは、料理や健康的なおやつに使われることがよくあります。
B2 adjective /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

理論的
Meaning
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
Example
The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.
そのアイデアは実際の証拠がなくても、主に理論的なものとして残ります。
B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

意地悪
Meaning
a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone
Example
She refused the gift out of spite.
彼女は意地悪で贈り物を拒否した。
B2 noun /kəmˈplaɪ.əns/

compliance

遵守
Meaning
The practice of conforming to rules, regulations, or laws; obedience to orders or instructions.
Example
Schools expect compliance with their rules and policies.
学校は彼らの規則と方針を遵守することを期待しています。
B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

百科事典
Meaning
a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically
Example
She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.
彼女は学校のプロジェクトを完成させるために百科事典を使いました。
B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

発言
Meaning
something that is said; a comment
Example
She made a remark about the weather.
彼女は天気について発言した。
B2 noun /ˈbɒtəni/

botany

植物学
Meaning
the scientific study of plants
Example
She is studying botany at the university.
彼女は大学で植物学を学んでいます。
B2 verb /ˈreɪn.dʒɪŋ/

ranging

変動する
Meaning
Extending or varying between limits.
Example
The temperatures are ranging from 15 to 30 degrees this week.
今週の気温は15度から30度の間で変動しています。
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 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

守護者; 後見人
Meaning
a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs
Example
After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.
両親が亡くなった後、彼女の叔父は彼女の法的な後見人となり、彼女の世話をしました。
B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

落ちる
Meaning
to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears
Example
Trees shed their leaves in autumn.
木々は秋に葉を落とします。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Unconvincing

信じられない
Meaning
failing to persuade or impress; not believable or credible
Example
His excuse for being late was completely unconvincing.
彼の遅刻の言い訳は完全に信じられなかった。
B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

エクイティ
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
会社の株式を所有することは、重要なリターンをもたらす可能性があります。
B2 noun /ɪnˈdjʊə.rəns/

endurance

耐久力
Meaning
The fact or power of enduring an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.
Example
Running a marathon requires exceptional endurance.
マラソンを走るには卓越した耐久力が必要です。
B2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.vəl/

Revival

復活
Meaning
an improvement in the condition or strength of something; renewed interest in or attention to something
Example
There has been a revival of interest in traditional crafts.
伝統的な工芸への関心が復活しました。
B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

絶滅
Meaning
No longer in existence; having died out completely.
Example
Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.
いくつかの種は過剰な漁業によって絶滅の危機に瀕しています。
B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

理論家
Meaning
A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.
Example
The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.
政治的な理論家は、民主主義が社会構造に与える影響について説明しました。
B2 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

説教する
Meaning
to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting
Example
The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.
牧師は許しと親切について説教しました。
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl/

optimal

最適、最良
Meaning
Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.
Example
The optimal temperature for plant growth is around 25°C.
植物の成長に最適な温度は約25°Cです。
B2 noun /wɔːmθ/

warmth

温かさ
Meaning
the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling
Example
She felt the warmth of the sun on her face.
彼女は顔に太陽の温もりを感じた。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

優勢な
Meaning
Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.
Example
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
絵画の中で優勢な色は青です。
B2 adjective /lɪˈdʒɪt.ɪ.mət/

Legitimate

合法的な; 有効な; 本物の; 妥当な
Meaning
lawful; valid; genuine; reasonable
Example
He has a legitimate reason for being late.
彼には遅刻の正当な理由がある。
B2 adverb /fɔːrθ/

forth

前へ
Meaning
forward in place, time, or order
Example
The leader stepped forth to address the crowd.
リーダーは群衆に向かって前に出ました。
B2 noun /ˈmɪsaɪl/ or /ˈmɪsəl/

missile

ミサイル
Meaning
a weapon that is self-propelled and directed toward a target
Example
The army launched a missile towards the enemy base.
軍は敵基地に向かってミサイルを発射しました。
B2 verb ˈɛskəleɪt

escalate

エスカレート
Meaning
To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious
Example
The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate.
高齢化する人口は警告的な速度でエスカレートしています。
B2 noun kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

商品
Meaning
A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.
Example
Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.
石油は世界市場で貴重な商品です。
B2 verb /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/

initiate

開始する
Meaning
to begin or start; to introduce someone to a new activity
Example
The company will initiate a new training program.
会社は新しい研修プログラムを開始します。
B2 adjective /dɪˈbeɪtəbl̩/

debatable

議論の余地がある
Meaning
open to discussion or doubt; not certain
Example
It is debatable whether the policy will work.
その政策が機能するかどうかは議論の余地がある。
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Pointed

鋭い; 直接的で明確な
Meaning
having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous
Example
She made a pointed remark about his behavior.
彼女は彼の行動について鋭いコメントをしました。
B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

不足
Meaning
The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.
Example
Water scarcity threatens agriculture.
水不足が農業に脅威を与えている。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛmbəl/

resemble

似ている
Meaning
to look like or be similar to something or someone
Example
She resembles her mother in both appearance and mannerisms.
彼女は見た目と仕草の両方で母親に似ています。
B2 noun /skrɪpt/

script

脚本
Meaning
The written text of a play, film, or broadcast; handwriting style.
Example
The actor memorized his lines from the script.
俳優は脚本からセリフを覚えました。
B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

知識人
Meaning
People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.
Example
Intellectuals protested against the dominance.
知識人は支配に反対した。
B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

汚染物質
Meaning
A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.
Example
Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.
汚染物質は環境劣化を引き起こします。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

皮肉な
Meaning
Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
Example
She was cynical about the politician's promises.
彼女は政治家の約束に皮肉な態度を取っていた。
B2 adjective ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl

ecological

エコロジカル
Meaning
Relating to ecology or the environment.
Example
Deforestation threatens the ecological balance of the planet.
森林伐採は地球の生態学的バランスを脅かしています。
B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

未加工の米; 稲田
Meaning
rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown
Example
The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.
農家は収穫の季節に稲田で懸命に働きました。
B2 verb /skreɪp/

scrape

擦る, 引っ掻く
Meaning
to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort
Example
He scraped his knee while playing football.
彼はサッカーをしているときに膝を擦りむきました。
B2 verb /klæʃ/

clash

衝突
Meaning
to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.
Example
The two cars clashed in the intersection.
2台の車が交差点で衝突しました。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈfɔːrmd/

uninformed

情報に疎い
Meaning
lacking knowledge or awareness about a particular subject; not educated or informed
Example
The decision was made by an uninformed committee.
その決定は情報に疎い委員会によって下された。
B2 adverb /ˈfeɪθ.fəl.i/

Faithfully

忠実に
Meaning
in a loyal and steadfast manner; with dedication
Example
She faithfully attended every meeting despite her busy schedule.
彼女は忙しいスケジュールにもかかわらず、毎回忠実に会議に出席しました。
B2 adjective /slæk/

slack

緩い
Meaning
not tight, firm, or busy; lacking tension or activity
Example
Business is slack during the rainy season.
雨季の間、ビジネスは鈍くなる。
B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

偏見
Meaning
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
Example
We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.
私たちは私たちの社会で偏見と差別に立ち向かわなければならない。
B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

症状
Meaning
signs or indications of a disease or condition
Example
Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.
熱と咳はインフルエンザの一般的な症状です。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

不快に
Meaning
in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner
Example
The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.
午後、その部屋は不快に暑かった。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

気難しい; 非常に選択的; 好きなことや受け入れることに関して特に気を使う
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
彼は食べるレストランにとても気難しい。