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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 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。
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。
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。
C1 noun /əˌtɜːni ˈdʒɛnərəl/

attorney-general

司法長官
Meaning
The chief legal officer of a state or country.
Example
The attorney-general announced new reforms to strengthen justice.
司法長官は司法の強化のための新しい改革を発表しました。
C1 adjective /ˈænsɪləri/

ancillary

補助的な
Meaning
providing necessary support to the main system or organization
Example
The company provides ancillary services to the healthcare industry.
その会社は医療業界に補助的なサービスを提供しています。
B2 noun ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

適応
Meaning
The action or process of adapting or being adapted.
Example
Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.
気候変動への適応は回復力にとって重要です。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˌænθrəpəˈsɛntrɪzəm/

anthropocentrism

人間中心主義
Meaning
The belief that human beings are the most important or central element of existence.
Example
Anthropocentrism often shapes environmental policies.
人間中心主義はしばしば環境政策を形作る。
B1 verb /əˈpruːv/

approve

承認する
Meaning
to officially agree to or accept something; to give permission
Example
The committee will approve the new policy tomorrow.
委員会は明日新しい方針を承認します。
C1 verb /ədˈmɒnɪʃ/

admonish

注意する / 叱る
Meaning
to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly
Example
The teacher admonished the students for being late.
先生は遅刻した生徒を注意しました。
C1 adjective /əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/

Alluring

魅力的で誘惑的; 魅力的な
Meaning
attractive and tempting; fascinating
Example
The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden.
バラの魅力的な香りが庭を満たしました。
C2 noun /ˈɑːr.bɪ.trɑːʒ/

arbitrage

アービトラージ
Meaning
The simultaneous buying and selling of securities in different markets to take advantage of differing prices.
Example
Investors use arbitrage to make profits in global markets.
投資家はアービトラージを利用してグローバル市場で利益を得ます。
B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

任命された
Meaning
Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.
Example
Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.
任命された職員は重要な責任を負います。
C1 verb /eɪl/

ail

病む
Meaning
to be ill or suffer from a physical or mental problem; to trouble or afflict
Example
She has been ailing since last winter.
彼女は去年の冬から病んでいます。
C1 noun, adjective /ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

antiseptic

Meaning
A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.
Example
The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound.
C2 noun /ˈæl.baɪt/

albite

Meaning
A white or colorless mineral of the feldspar group, often found in igneous rocks.
Example
Geologists discovered albite crystals in the rock sample.
B2 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

アクティビズム
Meaning
The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.
Example
Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.
彼女の環境アクティビズムは多くの若者に行動を促した。
B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

不合理な, ばかげた
Meaning
wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate
Example
It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.
地球が平らだと思うのは不合理です。
B2 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

拍手
Meaning
the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment
Example
The actor received loud applause after his performance.
俳優は彼のパフォーマンス後に大きな拍手を受けました。
B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

十分な; 充実した; 余裕のある
Meaning
large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough
Example
We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
プロジェクトを締め切り前に終わらせるための十分な時間があります。
C1 noun /ˌɑːr.kəˈpɛl.əˌɡoʊ/

archipelago

群島
Meaning
A group of islands clustered together in a body of water.
Example
Indonesia is an archipelago with thousands of islands.
インドネシアは何千もの島々が集まった群島です。
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。
C1 verb /əˈbɔːrt/

abort

中止する;中絶する
Meaning
to stop a process or action before it is completed; to end a pregnancy deliberately
Example
The pilot decided to abort the mission due to bad weather.
悪天候のため、パイロットは任務を中止した。
A2 noun /ədˈvaɪs/

advice

アドバイス
Meaning
Guidance or recommendations offered with regard to prudent future action.
Example
Experts provide advice for better air quality.
専門家は空気の質を向上させるためのアドバイスを提供します。
B1 verb /əˈtætʃ/

attach

添付する
Meaning
to join or fasten something to another thing
Example
Please attach the document to the email before sending.
送信する前に、ドキュメントをメールに添付してください。
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 verb /ˈæmərˌtaɪz/

amortize

償却
Meaning
To gradually reduce or pay off a debt with regular payments.
Example
They plan to amortize the mortgage over 20 years.
彼らは20年間で住宅ローンをアモーティゼする予定です。
A2 noun /ænt/

Ant

アリ
Meaning
a small insect that lives in organized colonies and is known for hard work
Example
The ant carried a crumb that was twice its size.
アリは自分のサイズの2倍のパンくずを運びました。
C1 verb /ˌæprɪˈhɛnd/

apprehend

逮捕する
Meaning
to arrest or seize someone; to understand or perceive something
Example
The police managed to apprehend the thief after a long chase.
警察は長い追跡の後、泥棒を捕まえることに成功した。
B1 verb /əˈtʃiːv/

achieve

達成する
Meaning
to successfully bring about or reach a desired goal or result
Example
She worked hard to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.
彼女は医者になるという夢を達成するために一生懸命働いた。
A1 noun /ˌæftərˈnuːn/

afternoon

午後
Meaning
The part of the day between noon and evening.
Example
We met in the afternoon for coffee.
私たちは午後にコーヒーを飲みに会いました。
B2 noun /ɔː/

awe

驚嘆
Meaning
a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder
Example
The children looked at the fireworks in awe.
子供たちは花火を驚嘆して見ていました。
A2 adjective ˈæktɪv

active

積極的
Meaning
Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits; characterized by energetic work, participation, etc.
Example
Active participation in education is vital for progress.
教育における積極的な参加は進歩にとって重要です。
A2 verb /ədˈmɪt/

admit

認める
Meaning
to confess to be true; to allow entrance; to accept as valid
Example
He had to admit his mistake to the teacher.
彼は教師に自分の間違いを認めなければならなかった。
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。
B1 noun/verb /əˈwɔːrd/

award

Meaning
a prize or recognition given for an achievement; to give a prize or recognition
Example
She received an award for her outstanding performance.
彼女は優れたパフォーマンスで賞を受けました。
C2 adjective /ˌækwiˈɛsənt/

acquiescent

黙認
Meaning
ready to accept something without protest, or to do what someone else wants
Example
He gave an acquiescent smile and agreed to the plan.
彼は黙認の笑顔を見せて、計画に同意しました。
A2 noun /ˈeə.ri.ə/

area

Meaning
a particular region or space; the extent of a surface
Example
This area is known for its beautiful parks.
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。
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。
C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

autocracy

独裁政治
Meaning
A system of government in which one person has absolute power.
Example
The country suffered under decades of autocracy.
その国は何十年もの間、専制政治に苦しんでいました。
C1 adjective /əˈwɒʃ/

awash

水浸し
Meaning
covered or flooded with water or something in large quantities
Example
The market was awash with cheap imported goods.
市場は安価な輸入品で水浸しだった。
C2 noun, verb /ˈæseɪ/

assay

分析
Meaning
To test or analyze the quality, purity, or content of a substance; the act of such testing.
Example
The scientists assayed the mineral sample for gold content.
科学者たちは金の含有量を調べるために鉱物サンプルをアセイしました。
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪməˈrɪdiən/

antemeridian

昼前の時間
Meaning
Relating to the time before noon; occurring in the morning.
Example
She scheduled all her important meetings during the antemeridian hours.
彼女はすべての重要な会議を昼前の時間にスケジュールしました。
B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

アピール; 要請; 魅力
Meaning
a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting
Example
The charity made an appeal for donations.
チャリティーは寄付を呼びかけました。
C2 noun /əˈɡrɒnəmɪst/

agronomist

農学者
Meaning
A scientist who studies soil management and crop production.
Example
The agronomist suggested new methods to improve rice yields.
農学者は、米の収穫量を改善するための新しい方法を提案しました。
A2 noun /æd/

ad

広告
Meaning
a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event
Example
The company released a new ad for their smartphone.
会社はスマートフォンの新しい広告を公開しました。
C2 verb /əˈdʒʌdʒ/

adjudge

判決する
Meaning
to consider or declare officially in a legal or formal manner
Example
He was adjudged guilty by the court.
彼は裁判所によって有罪とされました。
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。
C1 noun /ˌɑːrbɪˈtreɪʃən/

arbitration

仲裁
Meaning
the process of resolving a dispute through an impartial third party whose decision is binding; formal judgment outside a court
Example
The contract requires arbitration to settle any disputes.
契約では紛争を仲裁で解決することが定められています。
C2 verb /ˈæd.l̩/

addle

混乱させる
Meaning
To confuse or muddle someone’s mind.
Example
The complicated instructions only served to addle him.
複雑な指示は彼を混乱させるだけでした。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːspɪsɪz/

auspices

後援
Meaning
Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.
Example
The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.
会議は国連の後援の下で行われました。
C2 noun /əbˈdʌktər/

abductor

誘拐犯
Meaning
a person who kidnaps or forcibly takes someone away
Example
The police arrested the abductor after a nationwide search.
警察は長い捜索の後で誘拐犯を逮捕した。
A1 adverb /æz/

As

ように; だから; その時に
Meaning
in the way that; while; because; during the time that
Example
As you grow older, you become wiser.
年を取ると、より賢くなります。
C1 noun /əˈnɒməli/

anomaly

異常
Meaning
something that deviates from the norm or expected result
Example
The sudden drop in temperature was considered an anomaly.
温度の急激な低下は異常と見なされました。
C1 noun /æbˈstrækʃən/

abstraction

抽象
Meaning
the process of forming general ideas by removing specific details; an abstract concept or idea
Example
Abstraction allows complex ideas to be represented in a simplified form.
抽象は複雑な考えを簡単な形で表現することを可能にします。
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。
C1 verb /əˈkrɛdɪt/

accredit

認証
Meaning
to officially recognize, authorize, or approve someone or something
Example
The university is accredited by the national education board.
その大学は国の教育委員会から認定されています。
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪt/

antedate

前日付け
Meaning
to be earlier in time; to assign a date earlier than the actual one
Example
The manuscript antedates the modern printing press.
その原稿は現代の印刷機よりも前の時代にあります。
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。
C2 noun /ˌæv.oʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

avocation

副業
Meaning
a hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one's main work
Example
Painting is his avocation after office hours.
絵画はオフィスの後の彼の副業です。
B1 noun /ˈætɪˌtjuːd/

attitude

Meaning
A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, often reflected in behavior.
Example
Her positive attitude helped her overcome many challenges.
C2 noun /ˌær.əˈbesk/

arabesque

装飾的デザイン
Meaning
a complex, ornate design featuring intertwined flowing lines, often used in architecture or ballet poses
Example
The ceiling was decorated with delicate arabesque patterns.
天井は繊細なアラベスク模様で飾られていました。
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 /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 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。
C1 adjective /ədˈhiːsɪv/

Adhesive

粘着性
Meaning
আঠালো; চটচটে;
Example
The adhesive tape stuck firmly to the wall.
接着テープは壁にしっかりとくっつきました。
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。
A2 adjective /əˈlaɪv/

Alive

生きている; 死んでいない; 生命とエネルギーに満ちている
Meaning
living; not dead; full of life and energy
Example
The old man is still alive and healthy.
その老人は今でも生きていて健康です。
C2 adjective ˌeə.rəʊˈstæt.ɪk

aerostatic

気圧静的な
Meaning
Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.
Example
Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes.
エアロスタティックデザインは高高度での安定性を確保します。
C1 noun /ˈæntənɪm/

antonym

反意語
Meaning
A word opposite in meaning to another.
Example
‘Hot’ is the antonym of ‘cold’.
‘Hot’ は ‘cold’ の反意語です。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɛərəˌstæt/

aerostat

エアロスタット
Meaning
A lighter-than-air craft, such as a balloon, that is lifted by gas.
Example
The military used an aerostat for surveillance over the border.
軍隊は国境監視のためにエアロスタットを使用しました。
C2 verb /əˈmælɡəmeɪt/

amalgamate

合併する
Meaning
to combine or unite to form one organization or structure; to merge
Example
The two companies decided to amalgamate their operations.
二つの会社は運営を合併することを決定しました。
C2 noun /ˈɔːriˌoʊl/

aureole

オーラ
Meaning
A halo or radiance surrounding the head or body, often in religious art.
Example
The painting showed the saint with an aureole around his head.
その絵は、聖人が頭の周りにオーラを持っているのを示していました。
C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

無目的; 目標なし
Meaning
without purpose or direction; lacking a goal
Example
He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.
彼は無目的に街を歩いていた。
C2 adjective /ˌævəˈrɪʃəs/

avaricious

貪欲な
Meaning
having or showing extreme greed for wealth or material gain
Example
The avaricious landlord increased the rent unfairly.
貪欲な家主は不公平に家賃を上げました。
B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

適切
Meaning
sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity
Example
The food was adequate for the small group.
食べ物は小さなグループにとって適切でした。
C1 noun /ˈeɪθiɪzəm/

atheism

無神論
Meaning
The belief that there is no God or gods.
Example
He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.
彼は社会的圧力にもかかわらず、自分の無神論を公に宣言した。
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。
C1 adjective /əˌpɒk.əˈlɪp.tɪk/

apocalyptic

終末的
Meaning
Describing the end of the world, or something catastrophic and disastrous.
Example
The movie depicts an apocalyptic future after a nuclear war.
映画は核戦争後の終末的な未来を描いています。
C1 noun /ɔːˈdæs.ə.ti/

audacity

大胆さ
Meaning
The willingness to take bold risks; boldness or fearlessness.
Example
His audacity to question authority was admirable.
権威に異議を唱える彼の大胆さは賞賛に値した。
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。
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。
A2 adjective /əˈwɛər/

aware

気づいている
Meaning
having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact
Example
She is aware of the risks involved.
彼女はそのリスクに気づいている。
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 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。
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。
C1 noun /ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

avantgarde

アバンギャルド
Meaning
people or works that are innovative, experimental, and ahead of their time
Example
The avantgarde of the 20th century reshaped modern art.
20世紀のアバンギャルドは現代アートを再形成した。
C1 adjective /əˈkɪn/

akin

類似した
Meaning
Of similar character or related by blood.
Example
His reaction was akin to shock.
彼の反応はショックに似ていた。
C1 verb /əˈskraɪb/

ascribe

帰属する、割り当てる
Meaning
To attribute something to a cause, source, or person.
Example
Many scholars ascribe the poem to an unknown author.
多くの学者はこの詩を未知の作者に帰属させている。
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。
C2 noun /ˈænsɛstrɪs/

ancestress

女性の祖先
Meaning
a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended
Example
She discovered that her ancestress came from a small village in Bengal.
彼女は自分の女性の祖先がベンガルの小さな村出身だと知った。
C1 noun /əˈluːʒən/

allusion

暗示
Meaning
An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.
Example
Her story contained an allusion to a famous myth.
彼女の話には有名な神話への暗示が含まれていた。
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。
B1 adverb /ˈæŋɡrɪli/

angrily

怒って
Meaning
in a manner showing anger or strong displeasure
Example
She spoke angrily when she heard the news.
彼女はその知らせを聞いて怒って話した。
B1 noun /əˈfer/

Affair

事柄; 出来事;
Meaning
an event or situation; a matter that someone deals with
Example
The wedding was a grand affair with hundreds of guests.
結婚式は何百人ものゲストを招待した壮大な出来事でした。
B1 noun, verb /eɪd/

aid

援助
Meaning
help or support, typically of a practical nature
Example
The volunteers provided aid to the flood victims.
ボランティアは洪水の被害者に援助を提供しました。
C2 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːziə/

analgesia

鎮痛
Meaning
The inability to feel pain while still conscious.
Example
The doctor induced analgesia before performing the procedure.
医者は手術を行う前に鎮痛を誘発した。
C2 adjective /ˈæk.rɪd/

Acrid

辛くて不快な
Meaning
having a strong, unpleasant, and sharp smell or taste
Example
The acrid smoke from the fire made everyone cough.
火事の辛くて不快な煙がみんなを咳き込ませた。
B1 noun /ˈæmətər/

amateur

アマチュア
Meaning
A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or art, on an unpaid basis.
Example
The painting looked impressive, even though it was done by an amateur.
その絵画は印象的に見えましたが、アマチュアによって描かれました。
C2 verb /əˈkɒst/

accost

強引に話しかける
Meaning
to approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively
Example
The reporter was accosted by protesters outside the courthouse.
報道陣は裁判所の外で抗議者にアコストされた。
C1 verb /ˈæn.ə.teɪt/

annotate

注釈を加える
Meaning
to add notes or comments to a text, diagram, or document for explanation or clarification
Example
The teacher asked the students to annotate the poem with their interpretations.
先生は学生に詩を解釈して注釈をつけるように頼みました。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈæsɪnaɪn/

asinine

愚かな
Meaning
Extremely foolish or stupid.
Example
It was an asinine idea to drive into the storm without checking the weather.
天気を確認せずに嵐の中を車で走るのは愚かな考えだった。
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。
C1 adjective /əˈbreɪsɪv/

abrasive

Meaning
harsh, rough, or capable of wearing down by rubbing
Example
His abrasive tone made everyone uncomfortable.
C2 verb /ˈæpɪtaɪz/

appetize

食欲をそそる
Meaning
to stimulate the appetite; to make someone eager or interested
Example
The aroma of fresh bread will appetize the guests before dinner.
焼きたてのパンの香りが客の食欲をそそる。
A2 noun əˈɡriː.mənt

agreement

契約
Meaning
A negotiated arrangement between parties as to a course of action.
Example
The agreement was accepted by all countries.
その契約はすべての国によって受け入れられました。
A2 verb /ˈædɪd/

added

追加された
Meaning
to join something to something else to increase its size, number, or amount
Example
She added sugar to her coffee.
彼女はコーヒーに砂糖を加えました。
C1 verb /əˈluːd/

allude

ほのめかす
Meaning
To refer to something indirectly or casually.
Example
The professor alluded to Shakespeare during the lecture.
教授は講義中にシェイクスピアに言及した。
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。
C2 noun /ˌæntiˈsaɪkloʊn/

anticyclone

反気旋
Meaning
A weather system with high atmospheric pressure at its center, usually bringing calm and clear conditions.
Example
An anticyclone brought sunny weather across the region.
アンチサイクロンは地域全体に晴れた天気をもたらしました。
C1 noun /ˈɑːr.sən.əl/

arsenal

兵器庫
Meaning
A collection or storage place for weapons and military equipment.
Example
The army kept its weapons in a secure arsenal.
軍隊は武器を安全な兵器庫に保管していた。
A2 noun /ˈæmbjʊləns/

ambulance

救急車
Meaning
A specially equipped vehicle used to transport sick or injured people to the hospital.
Example
The ambulance rushed to the accident site within minutes.
救急車は数分で事故現場に到着しました。
B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

アプリコット
Meaning
a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh
Example
The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.
アプリコットの木は夏に甘い果物を実らせる。
C1 verb əˈkruː

accrue

蓄積する
Meaning
To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.
Example
Interest accrues on the savings account every month.
毎月、貯金口座に利子が蓄積されます。
B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

自律
Meaning
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
Example
Autonomy was a primary demand.
自律は主要な要求でした。
C1 noun /ˈæpərtʃər/

aperture

開口部 / 穴
Meaning
an opening, hole, or gap, especially one that lets in light
Example
Light entered through the small aperture in the wall.
光は壁の小さな開口部を通って入った。