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C1 noun /buːn/

boon

恩恵
Meaning
A thing that is helpful or beneficial.
Example
The internet is a boon to modern education.
インターネットは現代教育にとって恩恵です。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈlætɪn/

neo-latin

ネオラテン
Meaning
The use of Latin language for scholarly, scientific, and literary purposes after the medieval period.
Example
Many scientific names are derived from Neo-Latin.
多くの科学的な名前はネオラテンから派生しています。
C2 noun /ˈmuːn.biːm/

moonbeam

月光
Meaning
A ray of light from the moon.
Example
A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing.
月光が静かな森の開けた場所を照らした。
C1 adjective /ˈwoʊ.fəl/

woeful

悲惨な
Meaning
full of woe; very sad or miserable; also used to mean very bad or deplorable
Example
He gave me a woeful look when he lost the match.
彼は試合に負けたとき、悲惨な顔をして僕を見た。
B2 noun pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

仲間の影響
Meaning
The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.
Example
Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.
仲間の影響は、若者の行動に大きな影響を与えることがあります。
C2 adjective /ˌbiːəˈtɪfɪk/

beatific

至福の
Meaning
blissfully happy or showing great joy
Example
She had a beatific smile after hearing the good news.
彼女は良い知らせを聞いた後、至福の笑顔を浮かべていた。
C1 noun /ɡʌst/

Gust

突然の強風
Meaning
a sudden strong rush of wind; a sudden burst or outburst of feeling
Example
A powerful gust of wind knocked over the outdoor umbrellas at the cafe.
強い風がカフェの外のパラソルを倒しました。
C1 adjective /ˈfɪs.kəl/

fiscal

財政の
Meaning
Relating to government revenue, especially taxes, or public money management.
Example
The government introduced new fiscal policies to control inflation.
政府はインフレを抑制するために新しい財政政策を導入しました。
B1 adjective hɪˈstɔːrɪk

historic

歴史的
Meaning
Famous or significant in history, or potentially so.
Example
Victory Day is a historic moment for Bangladesh.
勝利の日はバングラデシュにとって歴史的な瞬間です。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈvɔɪst/

unvoiced

未表現
Meaning
not expressed in speech; in phonetics, a sound produced without vocal cord vibration
Example
The student kept her opinion unvoiced during the meeting.
学生は会議中に自分の意見を未表現のままにしておいた。
B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

呪い
Meaning
a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone
Example
He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.
彼は財布をなくしたと気づいて大声で悪態をついた。
C2 adjective /ˈθrɛdˌbɛr/

threadbare

過度な使用で薄くて擦り切れた
Meaning
Worn out and thin from too much use; shabby.
Example
His threadbare coat could not keep him warm in winter.
彼の擦り切れたコートは冬に彼を温かく保つことができませんでした。
C1 noun ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənts

micronutrients

微量栄養素
Meaning
Essential nutrients required by organisms in small quantities throughout life to orchestrate a range of physiological functions.
Example
Micronutrients are essential for cellular function.
微量栄養素は細胞機能に不可欠です。
A1 noun /wɒtʃ/

Watch

時計; 監視; 観察
Meaning
a small timepiece worn on the wrist; the act of observing or monitoring
Example
He checked his watch to see if he was late for the meeting.
彼は会議に遅れないか確認するために時計を見ました。
C1 verb /ɪˈloʊp/

elope

駆け落ちする
Meaning
to run away secretly in order to get married, especially without parental consent
Example
The young couple decided to elope to another city.
若いカップルは別の都市に駆け落ちすることに決めました。
C1 verb /ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

reaffirm

再確認する
Meaning
To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.
Example
The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform.
大統領は教育改革への取り組みを再確認した。
C1 verb /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/

vanquish

打ち負かす
Meaning
to defeat thoroughly, especially in battle or competition
Example
The army vanquished its enemies with superior strategy.
軍隊は優れた戦略で敵を打ち負かしました。
B2 verb ˈmɪnɪmaɪz

minimize

最小化する
Meaning
Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.
Example
Efforts should be made to minimize plastic usage.
プラスチック使用を最小化するために努力が必要です。
C1 adjective /ˈmɜː(r)dərəs/

Murderous

殺人的; 殺意を持っている; 極端に暴力的; 血に飢えた
Meaning
having the intent to kill; extremely violent; bloodthirsty
Example
The murderous look in his eyes frightened everyone.
彼の目にあった殺人的な視線はみんなを恐怖させた。
B1 noun /pəˈpaɪə/

Papaya

パパイヤ
Meaning
a large orange tropical fruit with sweet orange flesh and black seeds
Example
Papaya is rich in vitamins and very good for health.
パパイヤはビタミンが豊富で、健康に非常に良いです。
A2 noun ʃef

chef

シェフ
Meaning
A professional cook, especially the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel.
Example
The chef specializes in avant-garde dishes.
シェフは前衛的な料理を専門としています。
B2 noun ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

気候条件
Meaning
The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.
Example
Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.
雪が降るためには特定の気候条件が必要です。
C2 noun /ˈɔːtɑːrki/

autarchy

自給自足
Meaning
A system of self-sufficiency where a state or community is economically independent.
Example
The nation attempted autarchy to reduce reliance on imports.
その国は輸入依存を減らすために自給自足を試みました。
B2 verb /blʌf/

bluff

Meaning
to deceive someone by pretending to have strength, knowledge, or resources that one does not actually possess
Example
He tried to bluff his way into the exclusive club.
C2 adjective /ˈstɜːr.tər.əs/

stertorous

重いいびき
Meaning
Characterized by heavy snoring or breathing.
Example
The patient’s stertorous breathing alarmed the nurses.
患者のステルトラスな呼吸は看護師たちを驚かせました。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

inconsistent

一貫性がない
Meaning
Not staying the same throughout; lacking harmony or regularity.
Example
His answers were inconsistent and confusing.
彼の答えは一貫性がなく、混乱を招いた。
A2 noun /ˈæl.fə.bɛt/

alphabet

アルファベット
Meaning
a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order used to represent the sounds of a language
Example
Children usually learn the alphabet before learning to read words.
子どもたちはたいてい単語を読む前にアルファベットを学びます。
A2 preposition /ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/

including

含む
Meaning
used to show that someone or something is part of a larger group
Example
Many people attended the event, including students and teachers.
多くの人々がイベントに参加しました、学生や教師を含む。
C1 noun /kənˈfaɪnmənt/

confinement

監禁
Meaning
the state of being confined or restricted
Example
The prisoner endured years of confinement.
囚人は何年もの間監禁されていた。
A2 noun /ˈsɒftweə/

software

ソフトウェア
Meaning
the programs and other operating information used by a computer
Example
He installed the software to enhance the performance of his computer.
彼はコンピュータの性能を向上させるためにソフトウェアをインストールしました。
C1 adjective /ˈskwɒlɪd/

squalid

非常に汚い
Meaning
extremely dirty and unpleasant, often due to poverty or neglect
Example
He lived in a squalid room with broken furniture.
彼は壊れた家具のある汚い部屋に住んでいた。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈlæpɪˌdɛri/

lapidary

宝石細工師
Meaning
As noun: a person who cuts, polishes, or engraves precious stones; As adjective: relating to such work.
Example
The museum displayed lapidary tools used in ancient times.
博物館は古代に使用された宝石細工の道具を展示しました。
B2 noun /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

サブスクリプション
Meaning
a payment for regular delivery of a service or product; an arrangement to receive something regularly
Example
I canceled my Netflix subscription because I wasn't watching it enough.
私はNetflixのサブスクリプションをキャンセルしました。なぜなら、それを十分に見ていなかったからです。
C1 adjective /ˈærəbəl/

arable

耕作可能
Meaning
suitable for growing crops or farming
Example
The farmer purchased arable land to expand his crops.
農家は作物を拡大するために耕作可能な土地を購入しました。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈdʒɒkənd/

jocund

陽気な
Meaning
cheerful and lighthearted
Example
They walked together in a jocund mood after the celebration.
彼らは祝賀会の後、陽気な気分で一緒に歩いていた。
C1 adjective ɛnˈdɛm.ɪk

endemic

固有
Meaning
Native and restricted to a certain place.
Example
The Bengal tiger is endemic to the Indian subcontinent.
ベンガルタイガーはインド亜大陸に固有です。
B2 noun /ˈdʒuːələr/

jeweller

宝石商
Meaning
a person who makes, repairs, or sells jewelry
Example
The jeweller crafted a beautiful gold ring.
その宝石商は美しい金の指輪を作った。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/

foreword

序文
Meaning
a short introduction at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author
Example
The foreword of the book was written by a famous historian.
その本の序文は、有名な歴史家によって書かれました。
B1 adjective /ˈɡɪvən/

given

既定
Meaning
Specified or stated; already decided or certain.
Example
It is a given fact that hard work leads to success.
努力は成功に導くというのは既定の事実です。
B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

強化する
Meaning
To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.
Example
The storm is expected to intensify overnight.
嵐は夜通し強くなると予想されています。
A1 pronoun /ʃi/

she

彼女
Meaning
a female person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified
Example
She is going to the market to buy vegetables.
彼女は市場に行って野菜を買います。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈʃʊr/

unsure

不確かな
Meaning
not certain or confident; feeling doubt
Example
She felt unsure about the decision.
彼女はその決定について不確かだった。
C2 adverb /ˈfɔːrbi/

forby

その上
Meaning
In addition; besides (archaic Scottish/English word).
Example
He is kind and generous, and wise forby.
彼は親切で寛大で、さらに賢いです。
B2 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

持続的
Meaning
continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period
Example
Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.
多くの障害にもかかわらず、彼女の持続的な努力は成功をもたらした。
B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

侵食
Meaning
The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.
Example
Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.
権力争いはしばしば人間性の侵食を引き起こします。
C2 noun /ˌbædɪˈnɑːʒ/

badinage

冗談、遊び心のある会話
Meaning
Playful and humorous conversation; banter.
Example
The friends enjoyed a light badinage over coffee.
友達はコーヒーを飲みながら軽い冗談を楽しみました。
B1 noun /ˈwaɪər/

wire

ワイヤー
Meaning
a thin, flexible thread of metal used to conduct electricity or connect things
Example
The electrician fixed the wire to restore the power.
電気技師は電力を回復させるためにワイヤーを修理しました。
C2 noun /ˈstrɪplɪŋ/

stripling

若者
Meaning
a young man who is not yet fully grown
Example
The stripling dreamed of becoming a brave knight.
その若者は勇敢な騎士になることを夢見ていた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈsaɪt/

incite

扇動する
Meaning
to provoke; to stir up
Example
His speech incited the crowd to violence.
彼のスピーチは群衆を暴力に駆り立てた。
A2 noun /ˈdʌzən/

dozen

ダース
Meaning
a group of twelve
Example
She bought a dozen eggs from the market.
彼女は市場でダースの卵を買いました。
C1 adjective /məˈdʒen.tə/

Magenta

マゼンタ色
Meaning
a bright purplish-red color
Example
She wore a beautiful magenta dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーに美しいマジェンタ色のドレスを着て行った。
C2 noun /luːˈsɪd.ə.ti/

lucidity

明瞭
Meaning
Clarity of thought or style; the quality of being easily understood.
Example
His explanation had great lucidity, making it easy to understand.
彼の説明は非常に明瞭で、理解するのが簡単でした。
C1 noun /ˈsɪn.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

cynicism

シニシズム
Meaning
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.
Example
His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone.
彼のシニシズムは、誰かを信頼するのを難しくしていた。
B1 adjective /ˈiːvəl/

evil

邪悪
Meaning
Profoundly immoral and wicked.
Example
They believed the villain was the embodiment of evil.
彼らは悪役が邪悪の具現であると信じていた。
C2 verb /ˈɔːltərˌkeɪt/

altercate

議論する
Meaning
to argue or dispute angrily or noisily
Example
The neighbors began to altercate over the boundary wall.
隣人たちは境界の壁について議論し始めました。
B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

政治的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to politics or government
Example
The country is politically divided between two major parties.
その国は二つの主要な政党の間で政治的に分裂しています。
B1 noun /ˌnæʃəˈnæləti/

nationality

国籍
Meaning
The status of belonging to a particular nation, either by birth or naturalization.
Example
Her nationality is Canadian, though she was born in France.
彼女の国籍はカナダのもので、フランスで生まれました。
B1 adjective kənˈsɪs.tənt

consistent

一貫した
Meaning
Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.
Example
Consistent performance leads to success.
一貫したパフォーマンスは成功へと導きます。
B2 verb /əˈpoʊz/

oppose

反対する
Meaning
to disagree with or resist; to act against
Example
Many citizens oppose the new tax policy.
多くの市民が新しい税制政策に反対しています。
A2 verb /ɪnˈkluːd/

include

含む
Meaning
to have as part of a whole; to contain or comprise
Example
The price includes all taxes.
価格にはすべての税金が含まれています。
C1 noun /ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiəns/

disobedience

不従順
Meaning
failure or refusal to obey rules, laws, or authority
Example
The child's disobedience worried his parents.
子供の不従順は両親を心配させました。
A1 noun, verb /bʊk/

book

Meaning
A set of written, printed, or blank pages fastened together; to arrange for someone to have a seat, room, or ticket in advance.
Example
I booked a table at the restaurant for dinner.
A2 noun /ˈkʌl.tʃər/

Culture

文化
Meaning
the arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement; the customs and beliefs of a particular society
Example
Learning about different cultures helps us understand and appreciate diversity.
異なる文化について学ぶことは、多様性を理解し、評価するのに役立ちます。
C2 verb /ˈɛdɪfaɪ/

edify

Meaning
To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.
Example
Good books can both entertain and edify the reader.
B1 adjective /ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

Elementary

初歩的; 基本的
Meaning
basic; fundamental; primary level
Example
He learned elementary mathematics in school.
彼は学校で初歩的な数学を学んだ。
C2 noun /ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Irruption

突然の暴力的な侵入; 侵略または襲撃; 突然の噴出または噴火
Meaning
a sudden violent entry; an invasion or raid; a sudden outburst or eruption
Example
The army's irruption into enemy territory caught the opposing forces completely off guard.
軍隊の敵領土へのイラプションは、相手の力を完全に不意を突いた。
B2 verb /fɔːrdʒ/

forge

鍛造する、偽造する
Meaning
to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something
Example
The blacksmith forged a strong sword from the iron.
鍛冶屋は鉄から強力な剣を鍛えました。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈpeɪɡənɪzəm/

neopaganism

ネオペイガニズム
Meaning
Modern religious movements influenced by or claiming to be derived from the various historical pagan beliefs of pre-modern Europe.
Example
Neopaganism has gained popularity as people seek spiritual alternatives to mainstream religions.
ネオペイガニズムは、人々が主流の宗教に代わる精神的な選択肢を探しているため、人気を集めています。
B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

虐殺 / 大量殺人
Meaning
the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently
Example
The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.
軍隊は数百人の敵兵を虐殺した。
C2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈrɒɡətəri/

interrogatory

尋問的な
Meaning
expressed in the form of a question; relating to questioning
Example
The lawyer’s interrogatory tone made the witness uncomfortable.
弁護士の尋問的な口調は証人を不快にさせました。
B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

七つの習慣
Meaning
Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.
Example
Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
習慣はバランスの取れたライフスタイルを維持するのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

部族
Meaning
a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture
Example
The tribe lived in harmony with nature.
部族は自然と調和して生活していた。
C1 noun /ʌnˈfeɪθfʊlnəs/

unfaithfulness

不貞
Meaning
the quality of being disloyal or not faithful; breach of trust or fidelity
Example
His unfaithfulness led to the end of their marriage.
彼の不貞は結婚の終わりをもたらした。
B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

延長された
Meaning
Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.
Example
Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.
現代医療は寿命を延長しました。
B2 noun /vəˈlɪd.ɪ.ti/

Validity

有効性
Meaning
the quality of being legally or officially acceptable; the quality of being logically or factually sound
Example
The validity of the contract expires next month.
契約の有効性は来月に終了します。
C1 noun /ʃæˈtoʊ/

chateau

フランスの城
Meaning
a large French country house or castle
Example
They stayed in a beautiful chateau in France.
彼らはフランスの美しい城に泊まりました。
A2 noun, pronoun, verb /maɪn/

mine

鉱山 / 私の
Meaning
a place where minerals are dug from the ground; or something belonging to me
Example
The workers went deep into the mine to extract coal.
労働者たちは炭鉱に深く入って炭を採掘しました。
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。
B1 verb /oʊ/

owe

借りがある
Meaning
to be under obligation to pay or repay; to be indebted
Example
I owe my success to my parents' support.
私は両親の支援のおかげで成功しました。
A2 adjective /ˈrʌʃən/

russian

Meaning
relating to Russia, its people, or its language
Example
She is studying the Russian language at university.
C1 noun /rɪˈliːf treɪn/

Relief Train

救援列車
Meaning
a train that carries emergency supplies and aid to disaster-affected areas
Example
The relief train arrived with food and medical supplies for the flood victims.
救援列車は洪水の被害者のために食料と医療物資を運んできました。
C1 verb /ɪnˈfleɪm/

inflame

煽る
Meaning
to arouse strong feelings or provoke anger; to cause inflammation in the body
Example
The politician's remarks served to inflame public opinion.
政治家の発言は公共の意見を煽る結果になった。
B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

個人的に; 内密に
Meaning
in a private manner; without others present; confidentially
Example
She spoke to him privately about the matter.
彼女はその問題について彼と個人的に話しました。
B1 noun ɪˈkwɒl.ə.ti

equality

平等
Meaning
The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.
Example
Equality in education is a key goal.
教育における平等は重要な目標です。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

傾向がある
Meaning
having a tendency or disposition toward something
Example
He is inclined to help those in need.
彼は困っている人々を助ける傾向がある。
C1 noun ˈredʒ.ɪ.strɑːr

registrar

レジストラー
Meaning
An official responsible for keeping records or registers.
Example
The registrar oversees all administrative tasks.
レジストラーはすべての行政業務を監督しています。
C1 adjective /ˌnjʊə.rəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

neurological

神経学的
Meaning
Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
Example
Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health.
瞑想は精神的健康に対して積極的な神経学的影響を与えます。
C1 verb /ˈlɛvi/

levy

課税する
Meaning
To impose or collect, especially a tax or fine.
Example
The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.
政府は高級品に新しい税金を課すことに決めました。
B2 noun /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/

shooting

撮影
Meaning
the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device
Example
The shooting of the movie took several months.
映画の撮影は数ヶ月かかりました。
C1 noun /tiˈɑː.rə/

Tiara

ティアラ
Meaning
a jeweled ornamental crown worn on formal occasions
Example
The princess wore a sparkling diamond tiara at the royal ball.
王女は王宮の舞踏会で輝くダイヤモンドのティアラを身に着けていた。
B1 noun /vɒlˈkeɪ.noʊ/

Volcano

幸せ
Meaning
a mountain with an opening through which lava, gas, and ash can escape
Example
The volcano erupted after being dormant for decades.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
A1 preposition, adverb /əˈlɔːŋ/

along

沿って
Meaning
moving in a constant direction on (a road, path, or surface)
Example
We walked along the river.
私たちは川沿いに歩きました。
B2 adjective ˈɡraʊndˌbreɪ.kɪŋ

groundbreaking

画期的
Meaning
Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.
Example
Groundbreaking advancements redefine innovation.
画期的な進展はイノベーションを再定義します。
B1 adjective /drəˈmæt.ɪk/

Dramatic

ドラマチック; 突然で驚くべき; 興奮させると印象的
Meaning
relating to drama; sudden and striking; exciting and impressive
Example
The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.
ドラマティックな夕焼けが空を明るい色で染めた。
C1 verb, noun /ˈbreɪnˌwɒʃ/

brainwash

洗脳する
Meaning
to manipulate someone into adopting certain beliefs by repeated pressure or propaganda; the act or process of such manipulation
Example
The group tried to brainwash new members with constant propaganda.
その団体は新しいメンバーを洗脳しようとした。
A1 noun /hɔːrs/

Horse

馬
Meaning
a large domesticated mammal used for riding and pulling loads
Example
The horse galloped across the field with great speed.
馬は大きな速さで野原を駆け抜けました。
B1 noun /ˈkɔːlɪˌflaʊər/

Cauliflower

カリフラワー
Meaning
white vegetable with a compact head of undeveloped flower buds
Example
Roasted cauliflower makes a delicious and healthy side dish.
ローストしたカリフラワーはおいしくて健康的なサイドディッシュです。
C1 adjective /trænsˈfɜːrəbəl/

Transferable

転送可能な
Meaning
able to be moved from one place to another; able to be given to someone else
Example
The skills you learn here are transferable to other jobs.
ここで学んだスキルは他の仕事に転送可能です。
A2 noun rɪˈsɜːtʃ

research

研究
Meaning
The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
Example
Research on radio waves began earlier in India.
ラジオ波の研究はインドで早く始まりました。
C1 noun /əˈpɒsəl/

apostle

使徒, 擁護者
Meaning
A vigorous and pioneering advocate or supporter of a particular cause, often used for the early Christian disciples.
Example
He became an apostle of environmental protection.
彼は環境保護の使徒となった。
B1 noun /ˌpɜr.sənˈæl.ə.ti/

Personality

個性
Meaning
the combination of characteristics that form an individual's distinctive character; a famous person
Example
She has a very outgoing and friendly personality.
彼女はとても外向的で友好的なパーソナリティを持っています。
C1 adjective /suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/

superlative

最上級
Meaning
Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.
Example
Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation.
彼女のパフォーマンスは最上級で、スタンディングオベーションを受けました。
B2 verb /dɪˈpɪkt/

depict

Meaning
to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form
Example
The painting depicts a beautiful sunset over the sea.
C1 adjective /ˌsekənd ˈreɪt/

second-rate

二流
Meaning
Of mediocre or inferior quality.
Example
The movie was entertaining but clearly second-rate compared to the original.
その映画は面白かったが、オリジナルに比べて明らかに二流だった。
C1 noun/verb /ˈræfəl/

raffle

抽選券の販売
Meaning
A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets, one or more of which are drawn at random for a prize; to sell something in such a lottery.
Example
The charity decided to raffle a bicycle to raise funds.
チャリティーは資金調達のために自転車を抽選で販売することに決めました。
B2 adjective /ˈrændəm/

Random

ランダム
Meaning
without pattern or predetermined order; happening by chance
Example
She selected a random book from the library shelf.
彼女は図書館の棚からランダムに本を選びました。
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。
A1 verb /stɑːrt/

start

開始する
Meaning
to begin something; to commence; to initiate
Example
Let's start the meeting now.
今すぐ会議を開始しましょう。
C2 noun /dɪˈpɑːzɪtər/

depositor

預金者
Meaning
a person who places money in a bank or financial institution
Example
The bank provides insurance to protect depositors’ funds.
銀行は預金者の資金を保護するために保険を提供しています。
B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

退屈な; 面倒な
Meaning
tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous
Example
The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.
その講義はとても退屈で、多くの学生が眠ってしまいました。
C2 noun /ˌpriːdɪˈlɛkʃən/

predilection

嗜好
Meaning
A strong liking or preference for something.
Example
She has a predilection for classical music.
彼女はクラシック音楽に対する好みがあります。
C1 adjective dɒɡˈmæt.ɪk

dogmatic

教条的
Meaning
Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.
Example
His dogmatic approach to politics made discussions difficult.
彼の教条的なアプローチは、議論を難しくしました。
B1 adjective /ɑːrmd/

armed

武装した
Meaning
equipped with or carrying weapons
Example
The bank was robbed by armed men.
銀行は武装した男たちに襲われた。
C1 adjective /ˈɡrʌdʒɪŋ/

grudging

しぶしぶの
Meaning
Reluctant or unwilling; given or allowed only with hesitation.
Example
She gave him a grudging smile after the argument.
口論の後、彼女はしぶしぶ笑顔を見せた。
B1 noun /ˈsæm.pəl/

Sample

サンプル
Meaning
a small part taken as an example of the whole; a specimen
Example
The doctor took a blood sample for testing.
医師はテストのために血液サンプルを取った。
B2 adjective /ˈbaɪəst/

Biased

偏見
Meaning
showing prejudice for or against someone or something unfairly
Example
The judge was accused of being biased against the defendant.
裁判官は被告に対して偏見があると告発されました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈwəʊntɪd/

unwonted

異常
Meaning
Unusual, uncommon, or out of the ordinary.
Example
She spoke with an unwonted gentleness that surprised everyone.
彼女は予想外の優しさで話し、皆を驚かせました。
B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

強く欲する, 渇望する
Meaning
to have a strong desire for something
Example
She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.
彼女は冒険を渇望し、しばしば遠くの場所へ旅行します。
C2 noun /ˈækmi/

acme

頂点
Meaning
the highest point of achievement or excellence
Example
Winning the award was the acme of his career.
賞を獲得することが彼のキャリアの頂点でした。
B1 adverb /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntli/

significantly

顕著に
Meaning
in a way that is large or important enough to have an effect
Example
The economy has significantly improved over the last decade.
経済は過去10年間で顕著に改善しました。