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B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

炭素
Meaning
The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.
Example
Carbon emissions must be controlled.
カーボン排出は管理されるべきです。
B2 noun /pʌbˈlɪs.ɪ.ti/

Publicity

宣伝
Meaning
public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion
Example
The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.
その映画は公開前に多くの宣伝を受けました。
C2 verb /pəˈræmbjʊˌleɪt/

perambulate

散歩する
Meaning
To walk through or travel around, especially for leisure.
Example
They perambulated the old town, enjoying the sights.
彼らは古い町を散歩し、景色を楽しんでいました。
C2 verb /bɪˈnʌm/

benumb

麻痺させる
Meaning
to make physically numb or without sensation; to make mentally dull or insensitive
Example
The freezing wind seemed to benumb his fingers within minutes.
凍える風が数分で彼の指を麻痺させた。
A1 verb /hoʊp/

hope

希望する
Meaning
to expect and desire that something will happen
Example
I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.
明日雨が降らないことを願っています。
A2 adjective /ˈæfrɪkən/

african

アフリカの
Meaning
relating to Africa or its people
Example
She studied African culture in university.
彼女は大学でアフリカの文化を学びました。
C1 noun /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃɪˈeɪʃən/

differentiation

差別化, 分化
Meaning
The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between things.
Example
Differentiation from competitors can create a unique market position.
競合他社との差別化により、ユニークな市場ポジションを作り出すことができます。
C1 noun /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/

pragmatism

実用主義
Meaning
A practical approach to problems and affairs; dealing with things sensibly and realistically.
Example
His pragmatism helped solve the financial crisis.
彼の実用主義は、金融危機の解決に役立った。
C2 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/

metaphysical

形而上学的
Meaning
Relating to the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality and existence.
Example
He spent years studying metaphysical questions about life and being.
彼は人生と存在に関する形而上学的な問題を何年も研究しました。
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈkɒn.dʌkt/

Misconduct

不正行為
Meaning
Unacceptable or improper behavior, especially by a professional person
Example
The officer was dismissed for professional misconduct.
その警官は職業上の不正行為で解雇されました。
C1 verb /hɔːl/

haul

引っ張る
Meaning
to pull or drag something heavy with effort
Example
The workers hauled the boxes into the truck.
作業員たちは箱をトラックに引きずり込んだ。
B2 verb /kənˈfes/

confess

告白する
Meaning
to admit guilt or wrongdoing; to acknowledge
Example
He confessed his mistake to his teacher.
彼は自分のミスを教師に告白した。
C2 noun /ˈpoʊ.ɪˌtæs.tər/

poetaster

劣った詩人
Meaning
an inferior or trivial poet
Example
He was mocked as a poetaster by the literary critics.
彼は文学評論家によってポエタスターとして嘲笑されました。
A2 noun /stɛp/

step

Meaning
a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position
Example
She took a step towards the door.
A2 noun, verb /lɪŋk/

link

リンク
Meaning
a connection between two things; to connect or associate
Example
The article includes a link to the official website.
記事には公式ウェブサイトへのリンクが含まれています。
A2 verb /ɪnˈvaɪt/

invite

招待する
Meaning
to ask someone to come to an event or to do something
Example
We should invite all our friends to the party.
パーティーに友達を招待するべきです。
C2 noun /ˈpɒntɪf/

pontiff

教皇または高位の司教
Meaning
the pope or a high-ranking bishop in the Christian church
Example
The pontiff addressed the nation in a televised speech.
教皇はテレビで国民に向けて演説を行いました。
C2 adjective /ˈɡɑːrbəld/

garbled

乱れた
Meaning
Describes speech or text that is distorted or unclear.
Example
The radio broadcast was full of garbled messages.
ラジオ放送にはガーブルドメッセージが満載でした。
C1 noun /mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/

magnificence

壮麗
Meaning
splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty
Example
The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless.
宮殿の壮麗さに誰もが言葉を失った。
C2 noun /wɜːrl/

whorl

渦巻き
Meaning
A pattern of spirals or concentric circles, often found in fingerprints, shells, or flowers.
Example
The fingerprint displayed a clear whorl pattern.
指紋に明確な渦巻きのパターンが表示されていました。
C1 noun /roʊt/

rote

暗記
Meaning
mechanical or habitual repetition, often without understanding
Example
He learned the poem by rote without understanding its meaning.
彼はその詩を意味を理解せずに暗記しました。
B2 noun /ˈbænər/

banner

Meaning
a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements
Example
The company displayed a banner to advertise their new product.
B2 noun /məˈkænɪks/

mechanics

力学
Meaning
the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works
Example
He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it.
彼は機械を修理する前に、その力学を学んだ。
B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

中世の
Meaning
Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.
Example
The castle is a famous medieval monument.
その城は有名な中世の記念碑です。
C1 noun /ˈɡɑːr.lənd/

Garland

花冠; ガーランド;
Meaning
a wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head or hung as decoration
Example
The bride wore a beautiful floral garland during the traditional ceremony.
花嫁は伝統的な式典で美しい花の冠を身に着けていました。
C2 verb /fɔɪst/

foist

押し付ける
Meaning
To impose something unwelcome or unnecessary on someone.
Example
He tried to foist his old books onto his friends.
彼は友達に自分の古い本を押し付けようとしました。
C2 noun /ˌɪmprɪˈmɑːtər/

imprimatur

承認
Meaning
An official license or approval, especially to publish a book.
Example
The book was released with the official imprimatur of the church.
その本は教会の正式な承認を得て出版されました。
B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

感動的な; 情熱的な
Meaning
causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving
Example
The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.
感動的な物語が、皆の目に涙をもたらしました。
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

レーズン
Meaning
dried grape
Example
She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.
彼女はオートミールクッキーに甘さを加えるためにレーズンを加えました。
A1 noun /tuː/

two

二
Meaning
the number following one
Example
She has two children.
彼女には二人の子供がいます。
C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈsteɪt/

understate

過小評価する
Meaning
To describe something as being less important or serious than it really is.
Example
He tends to understate his achievements.
彼は自分の業績を過小評価する傾向があります。
C1 noun /ˈpetɪkoʊt/

Petti-coat

ペチコート
Meaning
an undergarment worn by women under a dress or skirt
Example
She wore a white petticoat under her dress.
彼女はドレスの下に白いペティコートを着ていました。
B2 noun ɡrɪd

grid

電力網
Meaning
A network of interconnected lines or a system for distributing electricity over a wide area.
Example
The national power grid must be upgraded.
国家電力網はアップグレードする必要があります。
B1 adverb /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/

Unfortunately

残念ながら
Meaning
used to express regret or disappointment about something
Example
Unfortunately, the weather was bad for our picnic.
残念ながら、私たちのピクニックには天気が悪かった。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈæl.əˌbæs.tər/

alabaster

アラバスター（白い鉱物）
Meaning
A fine-grained, usually white variety of gypsum, often used for carving; also describes something smooth and pale like alabaster.
Example
The statue was carved from pure alabaster.
その像は純粋なアラバスターで彫られました。
A2 noun /mæθ/

math

数学
Meaning
The study of numbers, quantities, and shapes, also called mathematics.
Example
She is very good at math.
彼女は数学が得意です。
A2 noun /kəˈlek.ʃən/

Collection

コレクション; 収集; アーカイブ
Meaning
a group of objects gathered together; the action or process of collecting
Example
She has an impressive collection of vintage books in her library.
彼女は図書館に古い本の印象的なコレクションを持っています。
C1 noun /ˈpæŋkriəs/

pancreas

膵臓
Meaning
A gland in the abdomen that produces insulin and digestive enzymes.
Example
The pancreas plays a vital role in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
膵臓は消化と血糖の調節に重要な役割を果たしています。
A1 preposition /ˈʌndər/

under

下
Meaning
in or to a lower position than something
Example
The cat is under the table.
猫はテーブルの下にいます。
C2 adjective /əˈluːsɪv/

allusive

暗示的
Meaning
Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.
Example
The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature.
その小説は古典文学を指し示す暗示的な部分で満ちている。
C1 adjective /bɪˈrɛft/

bereft

失われた
Meaning
Deprived of or lacking something, especially a nonmaterial asset.
Example
After the betrayal, he felt bereft of hope and trust.
裏切りの後、彼は希望と信頼を失ったと感じた。
B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

多目的
Meaning
having multiple uses or functions; versatile
Example
This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.
この多目的ツールは、ナイフ、ドライバー、ボトルオープナーとして使用できます。
B1 noun /biːst/

Beast

獣
Meaning
a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or unpleasant person
Example
The lion is a fierce beast of the jungle.
ライオンはジャングルの猛獣です。
C2 verb /ˈɔːɡər/

augur

予兆する
Meaning
To be a sign of something to come; to predict or foretell.
Example
Dark clouds augur a coming storm.
暗い雲が来る嵐を予示しています。
C1 verb /əˈdɔːrn/

adorn

飾る
Meaning
to decorate or add beauty to something
Example
The hall was adorned with flowers for the wedding.
結婚式のためにホールは花で飾られました。
C1 noun /ˈlɪɡ.əmənt/

ligament

靭帯組織
Meaning
A tough band of tissue that connects bones at a joint.
Example
He tore a ligament in his knee while playing football.
サッカーをしているときに膝の靭帯を切った。
C2 noun /θrɔːl/

thrall

Meaning
The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.
Example
He was in thrall to the powerful leader.
C1 adjective /ˌɪntəˈrɑːɡətɪv/

interrogative

疑問の
Meaning
Relating to or conveying a question; in grammar, used to form questions.
Example
She raised an interrogative eyebrow when she heard the news.
彼女はそのニュースを聞いて疑問のまなざしを向けました。
A1 verb /hoʊld/

hold

持つ
Meaning
to grasp or carry something; to maintain a position
Example
Please hold my hand.
私の手を取ってください。
A2 verb, noun /dɪsˈlaɪk/

dislike

嫌う
Meaning
to feel distaste or aversion for someone or something; a feeling of aversion
Example
I really dislike eating spicy food.
私は本当に辛い食べ物を食べるのが嫌いです。
C1 noun /ˈmjuːtɪni/

mutiny

反乱
Meaning
an open rebellion against authority, especially by soldiers or sailors
Example
The sailors staged a mutiny against their captain.
船員たちはキャプテンに対して反乱を起こした。
B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

木材
Meaning
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
Example
The house was built entirely from local timber.
その家は完全に地元の木材で作られていました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpliːt/

replete

満ちた
Meaning
Filled or well-supplied with something; abundantly full.
Example
The book is replete with fascinating historical details.
その本は魅力的な歴史的詳細で満ちています。
B2 noun /ˈkwɪə.ri/

Query

問い合わせ; 質問;
Meaning
a question or inquiry; a request for information
Example
I have a query about the new policy changes in the company.
私は会社の新しいポリシー変更についてのクエリがあります。
C1 adjective /ˈpriːmə/

prima

主要な, 優れた
Meaning
first or most important; excellent
Example
She was treated as the prima ballerina of the troupe.
彼女はグループのプリマバレリーナとして扱われました。
A1 noun /stɑːr/

Star

星
Meaning
a fixed luminous point in the night sky that produces light and heat through nuclear fusion
Example
Thousands of stars are visible in the clear night sky.
何千もの星が澄んだ夜空に見える。
A1 noun, verb /laɪn/

line

ライン
Meaning
A long narrow mark or band; a row of people or things; to cover the inside surface of something.
Example
People waited in a long line outside the theater.
人々は劇場の外で長い列を作って待っていた。
A1 noun /ˈɪntənet/

internet

グローバルコンピュータネットワーク
Meaning
A global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities.
Example
The internet has revolutionized the way we access information.
インターネットは情報へのアクセス方法を革新しました。
B1 noun ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ

disadvantage

不利
Meaning
An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness.
Example
Urdu's dominance placed Bengalis at a disadvantage.
ウルドゥー語の支配がベンガル語話者を不利な立場に追い込んだ。
C1 verb /dɪˈplɔːr/

deplore

非難する
Meaning
to feel or express strong disapproval of something; to regret deeply
Example
Many people deplore the violence shown on television.
多くの人々はテレビで示された暴力を非難しています。
C2 adjective /ˈwɪloʊi/

willowy

しなやかで細く、しなやかな柳のような
Meaning
Gracefully tall, slender, and flexible, like a willow tree.
Example
She moved with a willowy elegance across the stage.
彼女はステージをウィロウィなエレガンスで移動した。
C1 adverb /əˈkjuːtli/

acutely

鋭く
Meaning
in a sharp, intense, or severe way; with keen awareness
Example
She was acutely aware of the risks involved.
彼女はその危険性を鋭く認識していた。
A2 noun /ˈnefjuː/

nephew

甥
Meaning
the son of one’s brother or sister
Example
My nephew is studying at the university.
私の甥は大学で勉強しています。
C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz

residues

残留物
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.
Example
The burning process leaves no harmful residues.
燃焼プロセスでは有害な残留物は残りません。
C2 adjective /ˈkjʊərətɪv/

curative

治療的
Meaning
Able to cure disease or restore health.
Example
The doctor prescribed a curative treatment for the illness.
医師は病気の治療法を処方しました。
A2 noun /ˈtaɪ.ɡər/

Tiger

虎
Meaning
a very large solitary cat with a yellow-brown coat striped with black, native to the forests of Asia
Example
The tiger hunted silently through the jungle.
虎はジャングルを静かに歩いて狩りをしていた。
A2 adjective /səkˈsɛsfəl/

Successful

成功した; 裕福な; 勝者の
Meaning
having achieved a desired aim or result; prosperous
Example
She was successful in her career as a doctor.
彼女は医師としてのキャリアで成功しました。
C2 adjective /ˌmæləˈdrɔɪt/

maladroit

不器用
Meaning
clumsy or awkward in movement or behavior
Example
His maladroit attempt at fixing the chair made it worse.
椅子を修理しようとした彼の不器用な試みは、さらに悪化させた。
B2 verb /skeər/

scare

怖がらせる
Meaning
to frighten someone or make them feel afraid
Example
The loud noise scared the baby.
大きな音が赤ちゃんを怖がらせた。
B2 adjective /ˈɡræs.i/

Grassy

草の生えた
Meaning
covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass
Example
The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see.
草原は視界の彼方まで広がっていた。
B2 noun /wɜːrd fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

word formation

語形成
Meaning
the process by which new words are created or existing words are modified in a language
Example
Word formation helps learners understand how new vocabulary develops in English.
語形成は言語学の重要な分野です。
B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

分子
Meaning
The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.
Example
A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
水分子は2つの水素原子と1つの酸素原子で構成されています。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpɛn.ɪ.tənt/

impenitent

後悔しない
Meaning
Not feeling regret or shame about one's actions.
Example
The criminal remained impenitent after the trial.
犯人は裁判後も後悔しないままでした。
C1 verb /ʌnˈmɑːsk/

unmask

正体を暴く
Meaning
to remove a mask or covering; to reveal the true identity, nature, or intentions of someone or something
Example
The investigation helped unmask the real culprit behind the crime.
その捜査は犯罪の背後にいる本当の犯人を暴いた。
C2 adjective /ˈrɛɡnənt/

regnant

統治している
Meaning
Reigning; currently holding power, authority, or dominance.
Example
The regnant queen introduced several reforms during her reign.
統治している女王は、彼女の統治期間中にいくつかの改革を導入しました。
C1 verb /pəˈruːz/

peruse

幸福
Meaning
to read something carefully and thoroughly; sometimes used to mean to browse casually
Example
She sat down to peruse the contract before signing it.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、その幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

親しくする
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce
Example
Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.
機械を操作する前に、安全ガイドラインを確認してください。
B1 adjective /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

significant

重要な
Meaning
Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.
Example
Social media has a significant impact on relationships.
ソーシャルメディアは人間関係に重要な影響を与えています。
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技術的進歩
Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
技術的進歩は医療分野を革命的に変えつつある。
A2 adjective ˈkʌmftəbəl

comfortable

快適
Meaning
Giving a feeling of physical ease and relaxation; free from hardship or unpleasant conditions.
Example
Urban planning aims to make cities more comfortable.
都市計画は都市をより快適にすることを目的としています。
C2 noun /kəˈnaɪ.vəns/

connivance

共謀
Meaning
the act of secretly allowing or being involved in wrongdoing
Example
The theft happened with the connivance of the security guard.
その窃盗は警備員の共謀で起こった。
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈtɜːrmənət/

indeterminate

不確定
Meaning
Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.
Example
The project was delayed for an indeterminate amount of time.
プロジェクトは不確定な期間に延期されました。
B1 adjective /ˈflek.sə.bəl/

Flexible

柔軟な; 変更に適応可能
Meaning
able to bend easily; adaptable to change; not rigid
Example
She has a flexible work schedule that allows her to work from home.
彼女は自宅で働ける柔軟な仕事のスケジュールを持っています。
B2 noun /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/

Martin

ツバメ
Meaning
small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing
Example
The martin built its nest under the bridge.
ツバメは橋の下に巣を作りました。
B1 noun /ˈkæmpəs/

campus

キャンパス
Meaning
The grounds and buildings of a university, college, or school.
Example
The university campus is filled with students during the fall semester.
大学のキャンパスは秋学期中に学生でいっぱいです。
B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

それによって;
Meaning
as a result of that; by that means
Example
He worked hard and thereby achieved success.
彼は一生懸命働き、それによって成功を収めました。
B1 noun /ˈsɜr.fɪs/

Surface

表面; 上層
Meaning
the outside part or uppermost layer of something
Example
The submarine emerged to the surface of the ocean.
潜水艦は海面に浮かび上がった。
C2 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈwiːnɪŋ/

overweening

過度に傲慢な
Meaning
excessively arrogant or prideful
Example
His overweening pride cost him many friends.
彼の過度の誇りは多くの友人を失わせました。
C2 adjective /ɪˈfɛktʃuəl/

effectual

効果的な
Meaning
producing a desired or intended effect, often used in formal contexts
Example
Her effectual efforts brought peace to the community.
彼女の効果的な努力はコミュニティに平和をもたらしました。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrviəs/

impervious

透過しない
Meaning
Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by something.
Example
The jacket is impervious to rain.
ジャケットは雨に透過しません。
B2 verb /tʌk/

tuck

タック
Meaning
to push or fold something neatly into a particular place
Example
She tucked the blanket around the baby to keep him warm.
彼女は赤ちゃんの周りに毛布をタックして温かく保ちました。
C2 verb /ˈɛmɪt/

emmet

アリ
Meaning
an ant; a small insect
Example
The emmet carried food to its nest.
アリは食べ物を巣に運びました。
B1 noun /ədˈvæns/

Advance

進歩; 発展; 前払い
Meaning
progress or development; movement forward; money paid before it is due
Example
Technology has made great advances in recent years.
技術は近年大きな進歩を遂げました。
B1 adjective /ˈel.ɪ.ɡənt/

Elegant

上品な
Meaning
graceful and stylish; refined; sophisticated
Example
She wore an elegant dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーに上品なドレスを着ていた。
C2 noun /ˈprɪvɪti/

privity

プライバシー関係、契約関係
Meaning
A close, private, or special relationship; in law, the direct connection between parties to a contract.
Example
There was no privity of contract between the supplier and the customer.
供給者と顧客の間には契約関係がなかった。
C2 adjective /ˌoʊpəˈlɛsənt/

opalescent

オパール色の
Meaning
showing or reflecting a milky, iridescent light like an opal
Example
The opalescent sky glowed with shades of pink and blue.
オパレッセントな空はピンクと青の色合いで輝いていた。
B2 noun /ˈspɔːrtsmən/

sportsman

スポーツ選手
Meaning
A person who is skilled in sports or enjoys participating in athletic activities.
Example
He is a true sportsman, always fair and respectful to his opponents.
彼は本物のスポーツ選手で、常に相手に対して公正で尊敬を示す。
C1 adjective /ænˈtɪriər/

anterior

前部の
Meaning
Situated at or toward the front; coming before in position or time.
Example
The anterior part of the brain controls logical thinking.
脳の前部は論理的思考を制御します。
B1 noun /təˈbækoʊ/

tobacco

タバコ
Meaning
a plant grown for its leaves, which are used in making cigarettes and cigars
Example
He stopped smoking tobacco after his health scare.
健康問題後にタバコをやめた。
A1 noun /ˈsændwɪtʃ/

sandwich

サンドイッチ
Meaning
two pieces of bread with food such as meat, cheese, or salad between them
Example
I made a chicken sandwich for lunch.
私は昼食にチキンサンドイッチを作りました。
A2 adjective /ˈkʌmɪŋ/

coming

来る
Meaning
approaching or happening soon
Example
We are preparing for the coming festival.
私たちは来る祭りの準備をしています。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈtʌtʃəbəl/

Untouchable

触れられない; 批判や攻撃を受けない
Meaning
not able to be touched or affected; beyond criticism or attack
Example
The CEO seemed untouchable despite the scandal.
CEOはスキャンダルにもかかわらず、アンタッチャブルのように見えた。
C2 verb /læmˈbæst/

lambast

厳しく批判する
Meaning
To criticize harshly or to beat severely.
Example
The coach lambasted the team for their poor performance.
コーチはチームのパフォーマンスの悪さを厳しく非難しました。
C2 adjective /ˈstɪdʒiən/

stygian

暗黒
Meaning
extremely dark, gloomy, or forbidding
Example
They walked through the stygian cave with torches.
彼らは松明を持って暗黒の洞窟を歩いていました。
C1 noun/adjective/verb /bʌf/

buff

映画ファン / 磨く
Meaning
A fan or enthusiast; also to polish or shine something.
Example
He is a movie buff who watches films every weekend.
彼は毎週末映画を観る映画ファンです。
B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

ぶんぶん音
Meaning
a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound
Example
The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.
エアコンの絶え間ないぶんぶん音が彼女が安らかに眠るのを助けました。
B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkpleɪs/

workplace

職場
Meaning
a place where people work, such as an office, factory, or shop
Example
Maintaining good communication is vital in the workplace.
職場で良好なコミュニケーションを保つことは非常に重要です。
C2 noun /ˈɛmɪsɛri/

emissary

使者
Meaning
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.
Example
The king sent an emissary to negotiate peace.
王は平和交渉のために使者を送った。
B2 verb /ɡraɪnd/

grind

挽く
Meaning
to crush into small particles; to work hard
Example
She grinds coffee beans every morning.
彼女は毎朝コーヒー豆を挽く。
C2 noun /ɡreɪˈdeɪʃən/

gradation

階調
Meaning
A gradual change from one stage, tone, or degree to another.
Example
The artist used subtle gradation of colors in her painting.
アーティストは彼女の絵画で微妙な階調の色を使用しました。
C1 verb /əˈtoʊn/

atone

償う
Meaning
to make amends for a wrong or injury; to make reparation
Example
He tried to atone for his mistakes by helping others.
彼は他の人を助けることで自分の過ちを償おうとした。
C1 noun ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn

fortification

要塞化
Meaning
A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.
Example
The fortifications protected the city.
要塞化は都市を守った。
C2 adjective /ˈluːsənt/

lucent

光輝
Meaning
shining or glowing with light
Example
The lucent stars brightened the night sky.
光輝を放つ星々が夜空を明るく照らした。
C2 adjective, adverb /ˌmæləprəˈpoʊ/

malapropos

不適切
Meaning
inappropriate or unsuitable; at an inconvenient or inappropriate time
Example
His comment was malapropos during the serious discussion.
真剣な議論中に彼のコメントは不適切だった。
C2 noun /pəˈnʌmbrə/

penumbra

部分的な影
Meaning
a partially shaded area around the shadow of an object, especially during an eclipse
Example
The moon’s penumbra created a dim shadow over the Earth.
月のペヌンブラが地球上に薄暗い影を作り出しました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɛlpfəl/

unhelpful

役に立たない
Meaning
not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier
Example
His unhelpful attitude slowed down the entire project.
彼の役に立たない態度はプロジェクト全体を遅らせた。
C1 noun /ˈkuːdɒs/

kudos

賛辞
Meaning
Praise and honor received for an achievement.
Example
She received kudos for her excellent performance.
彼女は素晴らしいパフォーマンスで賛辞を受けた。
B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

ワニ
Meaning
a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head
Example
The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.
ワニは川辺で日光浴をしていました。
B2 noun /haɪv/

Hive

ハチの巣; 活動で満ちた場所
Meaning
a structure in which bees live and produce honey; a place full of busy activity
Example
The garden was buzzing with activity as bees flew back and forth from their hive.
庭はミツバチがハチの巣から行ったり来たりして活動でにぎわっていた。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːdəbl/

unreadable

読めない
Meaning
not able to be read or understood clearly; illegible
Example
The doctor’s handwriting was completely unreadable.
医者の字は完全に読めなかった。
C2 noun /ˌfɪziˈɒnəmi/

physiognomy

顔の特徴の分析
Meaning
the study of facial features to judge character or personality
Example
He believed in physiognomy and tried to read people's personalities from their faces.
彼はフィジオノミーを信じて、顔から人々の性格を読み取ろうとしました。