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B2 adjective /blænd/

bland

無味
Meaning
lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting
Example
The soup was too bland for my taste.
このスープは私の好みにとっては無味でした。
B2 noun /ˈsʌm.ɪt/

summit

サミット
Meaning
A high-level meeting between leaders, especially of governments; a conference.
Example
The summit addressed pressing global issues.
サミットは緊急のグローバルな問題を取り上げました。
B2 noun /ˈræŋkɪŋ/

ranking

ランキング
Meaning
a position in a list or hierarchy, especially in terms of performance or importance
Example
His ranking in the competition improved after each round.
彼の競技でのランキングは、各ラウンド後に向上しました。
B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/

versatile

多才
Meaning
Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.
Example
He is a versatile musician who can play multiple instruments.
彼は多才な音楽家で、複数の楽器を演奏できます。
B2 adjective /ˈʃæb.i/

Shabby

ボロボロの; ひどい状態の; 使い古された痕跡がある; 不公平または残酷
Meaning
worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean
Example
His shabby clothes showed that he had been traveling for days.
彼のボロボロの服は、彼が数日間旅行していたことを示していた。
B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒ガス
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
産業からの有毒ガスは大気汚染に貢献しています。
B2 noun /biːd/

Bead

ビーズ
Meaning
a small round object with a hole through it for threading
Example
She made a necklace with colorful beads.
彼女はカラフルなビーズでネックレスを作った。
B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

仮定
Meaning
a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition
Example
His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.
天気に関する彼の仮定は間違っていることが証明されました。
B2 noun /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

歴史学者
Meaning
a person who studies or writes about history
Example
The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.
歴史学者は古代文明について講義を行いました。
B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

告発
Meaning
a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal
Example
The allegation against him was proven false.
彼に対する告発は虚偽であることが証明された。
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 ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

生物多様性
Meaning
The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
Example
Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.
熱帯雨林は膨大な生物多様性を持っています。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

意識的
Meaning
Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.
Example
She was fully conscious after the surgery.
手術後、彼女は完全に意識が戻った。
B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

裁判; テスト
Meaning
a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality
Example
The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.
殺人裁判は郡の裁判所で3週間続いた。
B2 adjective sɪˈvɪər

severe

深刻な
Meaning
Very great; intense or extreme in degree.
Example
Without action, climate change impacts will become severe.
行動がなければ、気候変動の影響は深刻になります。
B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

研修生; 見習い
Meaning
a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner
Example
The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.
医学研修生は実務経験を積むために長時間働きました。
B2 noun bjʊəˈrɒk.rə.si

bureaucracy

官僚主義
Meaning
A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.
Example
Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.
過度な官僚主義は意思決定を遅らせることがあります。
B2 noun /ˈprɒs.pekts/

prospects

見通し
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The prospects for growth look promising.
成長の見通しは有望に見えます。
B2 verb /tæp/

tap

タップする
Meaning
to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound
Example
He tapped on the door to get her attention.
彼は彼女の注意を引くためにドアをタップしました。
B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

無責任
Meaning
lacking a sense of responsibility; careless
Example
It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.
彼が誰にも言わずに去ったのは無責任だった。
B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

構造物
Meaning
Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.
Example
The region has ancient structures.
その地域には古代の構造物があります。
B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

カッコウ
Meaning
a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests
Example
We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.
朝早く、森の中でカッコウの声を聞きました。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪnənt/

prominent

顕著な
Meaning
Important, famous, or easily noticeable.
Example
He is a prominent leader in the community.
彼はコミュニティの中で著名なリーダーです。
B2 verb /ˈvɪʒuəlaɪz/

visualize

視覚化する
Meaning
To form a mental image of something; to imagine.
Example
She tried to visualize her success before the big presentation.
彼女は大きなプレゼンテーションの前に自分の成功をビジュアライズしようとした。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛktər/

protector

保護者
Meaning
a person or thing that protects someone or something
Example
The dog was seen as the family's protector.
その犬は家族の保護者と見なされていました。
B2 adjective /ˈdræs.tɪk/

Drastic

劇的な; 厳しい; 強い影響を与える
Meaning
extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect
Example
The company took drastic measures to reduce costs.
会社はコスト削減のために劇的な措置を取った。
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

余剰
Meaning
An amount that is more than what is needed.
Example
The country has a surplus of food this year.
今年、その国には食料の余剰があります。
B2 noun /meɪz/

Maize

トウモロコシ
Meaning
a tall cereal plant bearing large grains on a cob; corn
Example
Farmers in the region grow maize as their primary crop for both food and animal feed.
この地域の農家は、食料と動物の餌の両方としてトウモロコシを主要な作物として育てています。
B2 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

熟練した
Meaning
Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.
Example
She is highly proficient in multiple languages.
彼女は多言語に非常に熟練しています。
B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

絶対
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
独裁者は国に対して絶対的な権力を持っていた。
B2 verb ɪˈrɛktɪŋ

erecting

建設する
Meaning
To build; construct; set up in a vertical position.
Example
The workers were erecting a new building downtown.
労働者たちは市街地で新しい建物を建てていました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈɑːrmd/

unarmed

非武装
Meaning
Not equipped with or carrying weapons
Example
The police found the suspect unarmed during the search.
警察は捜索中に容疑者が武装していないことを発見した。
B2 adjective /ˈfruːt.fəl/

Fruitful

実り多い; 有益な; 成功した;
Meaning
productive; beneficial; successful;
Example
Our discussion was very fruitful and led to many new ideas.
私たちの議論は非常に実り多く、新しいアイデアをたくさん生み出しました。
B2 noun /dɪˈtɜːrdʒənt/

detergent

洗剤
Meaning
a substance used for cleaning, especially for washing clothes and dishes
Example
She bought a new brand of detergent for laundry.
彼女は洗濯のために新しいブランドの洗剤を買いました。
B2 noun /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs.mənt/

reinforcement

強化
Meaning
Strengthening or supporting something, especially behavior or learning.
Example
Positive reinforcement helps in learning.
積極的な強化は学習に役立ちます。
B2 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

専門的に取り組む
Meaning
to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it
Example
He decided to specialize in cardiology.
彼は心臓病学に専門的に取り組むことに決めました。
B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

兄弟愛
Meaning
The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests
Example
The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.
兵士たちは強い兄弟愛を共有していました。
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 noun /ˈkwɔː.tərz/

Quarters

宿舎; 兵舎; 軍の住宅
Meaning
living accommodation; lodgings; military housing
Example
The soldiers returned to their quarters after the training exercise.
兵士たちは訓練後、自分の宿舎に戻りました。
B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

セミナー
Meaning
A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.
Example
The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.
教授はすべての学生を気候変動に関するセミナーに招待しました。
B2 noun /bluːz/

blues

ブルース
Meaning
a feeling of sadness; a style of music with melancholy themes
Example
Listening to blues music always calms him down.
ブルース音楽を聴くと、いつも彼を落ち着かせる。
B2 noun /ˈbækdrɒp/

backdrop

背景
Meaning
a painted cloth or other structure used behind a stage
Example
The backdrop for the play was a beautiful mountain scene.
その舞台の背景は美しい山の景色でした。
B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

完璧な; 欠陥なし
Meaning
perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate
Example
Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.
彼女の完璧なパフォーマンスは、スタンディングオベーションを得た。
B2 adverb /səˈpəʊzɪdli/

supposedly

いわゆる
Meaning
used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be
Example
He is supposedly the best player on the team.
彼はチームで一番うまい選手だと言われている。
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdərət/

moderate

調整する
Meaning
to make less extreme or intense; to control or preside over
Example
She moderated the heated debate between the candidates.
彼女は候補者の間で熱い議論を調整しました。
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 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

長い時間の
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long time
Example
They are longtime friends who met in college.
彼らは大学で出会った長い時間の友達です。
B2 noun /dɪˈvoʊ.ʃən/

Devotion

献身; 忠誠; 熱意
Meaning
love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause
Example
Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.
他人を助けることへの献身が、彼女をコミュニティで愛される存在にしました。
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 noun ɪkˈspænʃən

expansion

拡張
Meaning
The action of becoming larger or more extensive; growth or development.
Example
Volunteering helps in the expansion of social networks.
ボランティア活動は、社会的ネットワークの拡張に役立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.lænd/

Motherland

母国; 出身地
Meaning
the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland
Example
He always spoke fondly of his motherland.
彼はいつも自分の母国について愛情を込めて話していました。
B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

スムーズに; 問題なく
Meaning
without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way
Example
The car runs smoothly on the new highway.
車は新しい高速道路でスムーズに走る。
B2 noun /ˈtriːti/

Treaty

条約
Meaning
a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states
Example
The peace treaty was signed after years of negotiations.
平和条約は長年の交渉後に署名されました。
B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

属性
Meaning
A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.
Example
An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.
木材の重要な属性はその柔軟性です。
B2 adjective + noun ˈɒptɪməl ˈtempərətʃər

optimal temperature

最適温度
Meaning
The best or most favorable temperature for a particular purpose
Example
Winter provides optimal temperature for farming.
冬は農業に最適な温度を提供します。
B2 noun /ˈsɛntəmənt/

Sentiment

感情
Meaning
a feeling or opinion, especially one based on emotion; tender feelings of affection
Example
Public sentiment was strongly against the new policy.
世論は新しい政策に強く反対していた。
B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

省略する
Meaning
to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something
Example
Please don't omit any important details from your report.
レポートから重要な詳細を省略しないでください。
B2 verb /əˈbɒlɪʃ/

abolish

廃止する
Meaning
to formally end or stop something; to cancel or eliminate completely
Example
The government decided to abolish the old tax system.
政府は古い税制を廃止することを決定した。
B2 verb /paɪn/

pine

切望する
Meaning
to long intensely for something or someone; to suffer from longing
Example
He pined for his hometown after moving abroad.
海外に引っ越した後、彼は故郷を切望していた。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməm/

minimum

最小
Meaning
The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.
Example
This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.
今年の失業率は最小値に達しました。
B2 verb /əˈlɛdʒ/

allege

主張する
Meaning
to claim or assert something, typically without proof
Example
The witness alleged that the man was at the crime scene.
証人はその男性が犯罪現場にいたと主張した。
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 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

エイリアン
Meaning
Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.
Example
The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.
望遠鏡はエイリアンの信号を検出することができます。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈfɪʃ.əl/

Unofficial

非公式な
Meaning
not officially authorized or confirmed; informal
Example
The unofficial results showed a close race.
非公式な結果は接戦を示しました。
B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

通信員
Meaning
A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.
Example
The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.
外国の通信員がパリからライブで報告した。
B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

思いやりのある; 配慮深い
Meaning
showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful
Example
He is always considerate of others' feelings.
彼はいつも他人の感情に配慮しています。
B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

主に
Meaning
mainly; primarily
Example
The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.
その祭りは主に若者たちによって祝われます。
B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

自動運転車
Meaning
Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.
Example
Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.
自動運転車は交通の未来を革新しています。
B2 verb /ˈvæksɪneɪt/

vaccinate

ワクチン接種
Meaning
to give a vaccine to protect against a disease
Example
Children are usually vaccinated before starting school.
子供たちは通常、学校に行く前にワクチン接種を受けます。
B2 verb /sæk/

sack

解雇する
Meaning
to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack
Example
The company sacked him for poor performance.
会社は業績不良で彼を解雇しました。
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 səbˈstænʃəl ˈɪmpækt

substantial impact

重大な影響
Meaning
A significant, considerable, and meaningful effect or influence.
Example
Substantial impact is possible even with a few hours of volunteering.
少しの時間のボランティア活動でも重大な影響を与えることができます。
B2 verb ɪˈmɜːdʒɪz

emerges

現れる
Meaning
To come forth, appear, or arise from something
Example
A major health crisis emerges from pollution.
重大な健康危機が汚染から現れる。
B2 noun ˈkæp.sjuːl

capsule

カプセル。薬の1回分を含むゼラチン製の小さな溶解ケースで、丸ごと飲み込む。
Meaning
A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.
Example
Capsules contain controlled environments.
カプセルはコントロールされた環境を含んでいます。
B2 noun /ˈsɪblɪŋ/

sibling

兄弟姉妹
Meaning
A brother or sister.
Example
She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister.
彼女は三人の兄弟姉妹がいます。二人の兄と一人の妹。
B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

絞る
Meaning
to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it
Example
She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.
彼女は歯磨き粉のチューブを絞って、最後の一滴を出しました。
B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

仕立て屋
Meaning
a person whose job is making and altering clothes
Example
The tailor measured him for a new suit.
仕立て屋は彼に新しいスーツのサイズを測りました。
B2 adjective /ˈhevənli/

Heavenly

天のような; 神聖な; 美味しい
Meaning
relating to heaven; extremely pleasant or beautiful
Example
The chocolate cake had a heavenly taste that melted in my mouth.
チョコレートケーキは天のような味わいで、口の中で溶けました。
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.bɔːl/

Eyeball

眼球
Meaning
the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket
Example
The doctor examined his eyeball carefully.
医者は彼のアイボールを注意深く調べました。
B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

古くなった; しけた; 新鮮でない
Meaning
no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty
Example
The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.
パンは三日後に古くなった。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/

counseling

カウンセリング
Meaning
professional guidance or therapy to help resolve personal or psychological problems
Example
She decided to go for counseling after feeling stressed for months.
数ヶ月間ストレスを感じた後、彼女はカウンセリングを受けることを決意しました。
B2 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

購買力
Meaning
The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.
Example
Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.
インフレのため、人々の購買力は低下しました。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsaɪkɪk/

psychic

Meaning
relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities
Example
The psychic claimed she could predict the future.
B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

壊滅的な出来事
Meaning
Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.
Example
Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.
サイクロンはバングラデシュで壊滅的な出来事です。
B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

安定させる
Meaning
to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly
Example
The government took measures to stabilize the economy.
政府は経済を安定させるための措置を講じた。
B2 conjunction /ˌɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/

albeit

それでも
Meaning
Although; even though.
Example
He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly.
彼は最終的に同意したが、それでも嫌々だった。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdɔːrs/

endorse

支持する
Meaning
To give approval or support to someone or something; to publicly recommend.
Example
The celebrity endorsed the new skincare product.
セレブリティは新しいスキンケア製品を支持しました。
B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

社説
Meaning
A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.
Example
The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.
新聞は政府の政策を批判する社説を発表しました。
B2 noun /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

摩擦
Meaning
the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups
Example
There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.
リソース配分に関して、二つの部門間に摩擦がありました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

Unfavourable

不利な; 逆境の
Meaning
not helpful or advantageous; adverse
Example
The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event.
悪天候は私たちの屋外イベントには不利でした。
B2 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

回避する
Meaning
To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Example
He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
彼は話題を変えることで質問を回避しようとした。
B2 noun ˈmɒn.ə.ki

monarchy

君主制
Meaning
A form of government with a monarch at the head, where supreme power is held by a single person such as a king or queen.
Example
The monarchy was abolished during the revolution.
革命の間に君主制は廃止されました。
B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

酸っぱい
Meaning
having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable
Example
The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.
牛乳は酸っぱくなり、ひどい匂いがします。
B2 noun /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/

proceeding

手続き
Meaning
a course of action; often used for a legal process or event
Example
The court proceedings lasted for several hours.
裁判所の手続きは数時間続きました。
B2 adjective /ˌkaɪnd ˈhɑːrtɪd/

kind-hearted

優しい
Meaning
Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.
Example
She is known as a kind-hearted teacher who always helps her students.
彼女は常に生徒を助ける優しい教師として知られています。
B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

再編成する
Meaning
to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order
Example
The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.
マネージャーはチームの構造を再編成することに決めました。
B2 verb /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/

contradict

矛盾する
Meaning
to say or show the opposite of something that has been said or believed
Example
His actions contradict his words.
彼の行動は彼の言葉と矛盾しています。
B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

判決
Meaning
an official decision made by a judge or authority.
Example
The court’s ruling favored the defendant.
裁判所の判決は被告に有利でした。
B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

多様性
Meaning
The state of being diverse; variety.
Example
Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.
生物多様性は生態系の安定性と回復力を促進します。
B2 noun /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

請願書
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
彼らはその地域の道路安全を改善するために請願書に署名しました。
B2 adjective /ɡroʊs/

gross

不快な / 下品な
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or disgusting; total before deductions
Example
He thought the food looked gross, but it tasted fine.
彼は食べ物が不快に見えると思ったが、味は良かった。
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 /ˌpʌɪ.əˈnɪr/

Pioneer

新しい領域を探索または定住する最初の人；新しいアイデアや方法を開発する人
Meaning
a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area; someone who develops new ideas or methods
Example
She was a pioneer in the field of computer science.
彼女はコンピュータサイエンスの分野で先駆者でした。
B2 adjective /lɑːrdʒ skeɪl/

large-scale

大規模
Meaning
involving a large number or quantity, or covering a large area
Example
The company is planning a large-scale expansion into international markets.
その会社は国際市場に大規模な拡大を計画しています。
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新規性
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
発明の新規性が投資家を引き付けました。
B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

挑発する
Meaning
To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.
Example
His words provoked a heated argument.
彼の言葉は激しい議論を引き起こした。
B2 adverb /ˈəʊvəli/

overly

過度に
Meaning
to an excessive degree or extent
Example
She was overly concerned about the results.
彼女は結果について過度に心配していた。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rə.si/

Piracy

海賊行為
Meaning
the practice of attacking and robbing ships at sea; the unauthorized use or reproduction of copyrighted material
Example
Software piracy costs companies billions of dollars annually.
ソフトウェアの海賊行為は毎年企業に数十億ドルの損失をもたらします。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌbreɪk/

outbreak

発生
Meaning
a sudden start or occurrence of something unpleasant, like disease or violence
Example
There was an outbreak of flu in the city.
街でインフルエンザが発生した。
B2 verb /ˈvaɪbreɪt/

vibrate

振動する
Meaning
To move or cause to move continuously and rapidly back and forth.
Example
The phone began to vibrate on the table.
電話がテーブルの上で振動し始めました。
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

受動的; (文法) 受動態
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
会議では責任を取る代わりに、彼は受動的なままでした。
B2 noun ˈɪnər strɛŋkθ

inner strength

内面の強さ
Meaning
Mental or spiritual power that helps a person cope with difficulties.
Example
Community service fosters inner strength in individuals.
コミュニティサービスは個人に内面的な強さを育む。
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtfəl/

thoughtful

思慮深い
Meaning
showing careful consideration or attention
Example
She gave a thoughtful response to every question asked.
彼女はすべての質問に対して思慮深い回答をしました。
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 verb /hɔːlt/

halt

停止する
Meaning
to stop or bring to a stop
Example
The train suddenly halted at the station.
電車は駅で突然止まりました。
B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfil

果たす
Meaning
to complete or achieve something that was expected or promised; to satisfy a requirement or desire
Example
She worked hard to fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor.
彼女は医者になる夢を果たすために一生懸命働いた。
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 verb /ˌoʊvərˈiːt/

overeat

幸福
Meaning
To eat more food than the body needs.
Example
She tends to overeat when she is stressed.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠すことができませんでした。
B2 noun fəˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

fertility

肥沃
Meaning
The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.
Example
Fertility of the soil is crucial for farming.
土壌の肥沃度は農業にとって重要です。
B2 adjective /ˈsɛntɪɡreɪd/

centigrade

摂氏度 (センチグレード)
Meaning
Relating to the Celsius temperature scale, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.
Example
The weather forecast predicted 30 degrees centigrade.
天気予報では30度セントグレードと予測されました。
B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

受益者
Meaning
a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy
Example
She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.
彼女は父親の遺産の唯一の受益者です。