C2 noun /ˌser.əˈbreɪ.ʃən/

cerebration

思考

Meaning

the process of thinking or using the brain actively

Example

The lecture sparked intense cerebration among the students.

その講義は学生たちの間で激しい思考を引き起こした。

C1 verb /præns/

prance

誇らしげに歩く

Meaning

To move with high, springy steps, often to show off or attract attention.

Example

The horse pranced around the field gracefully.

その馬は誇らしげにフィールドを歩いていました。

C2 noun /pəˈlɛmɪks/

polemics

論争

Meaning

the art or practice of engaging in controversial debate or dispute

Example

The conference was full of polemics on economic reforms.

会議は経済改革についての論争で満ちていた。

B2 noun /bleɪd/

Blade

刃

Meaning

a sharp flat cutting edge of a knife, sword, or tool

Example

The blade of the knife needs to be sharpened.

ナイフの刃は研がなければならない。

C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈpɪtʃ.ə.leɪt/

recapitulate

要約する

Meaning

To summarize and state again the main points of something.

Example

The teacher asked the student to recapitulate the lesson.

教師は生徒にレッスンを要約するように頼みました。

B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

誤用

Meaning

To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.

Example

Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.

ソーシャルメディアのプロフィールを誤って使うと、人間関係に害を及ぼす可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

カシューナッツ

Meaning

kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.

カシューナッツはインディアンの甘いお菓子やカレーによく使われます。

C1 adjective /prəˈmɪskjuəs/

promiscuous

放蕩

Meaning

Having or showing a casual and unselective approach, often used to describe indiscriminate sexual relationships.

Example

The novel depicts a character with a promiscuous lifestyle.

その小説は、放蕩的なライフスタイルを持つキャラクターを描いています。

C1 noun /spæt/

spat

小さな口論

Meaning

a short, petty quarrel or argument

Example

They had a brief spat about who should do the dishes.

誰が皿を洗うべきかについて小さな口論がありました。

C2 adverb /ˈdʒɪndʒərli/

gingerly

慎重に

Meaning

in a very careful or cautious manner

Example

She walked gingerly on the icy path.

彼女は氷の道を慎重に歩いた。

B2 noun ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən

revolution

革命

Meaning

A forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favor of a new system.

Example

The story is set during the French Revolution.

物語はフランス革命の時代に設定されています。

B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

予見する

Meaning

To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.

Example

She could foresee the challenges ahead.

彼女は前方の課題を予見することができました。

A2 noun /saɪt/

sight

視力

Meaning

the ability to see or something that is seen

Example

The sight of the sunset took her breath away.

夕日の光景は彼女を驚かせた。

B2 adverb /bɪˈfɔːr.hænd/

Beforehand

前もって; 事前に; あらかじめ

Meaning

in advance; ahead of time; earlier

Example

We prepared everything beforehand.

私たちは前もってすべて準備しました。

C2 noun /ˌluːkjʊˈbreɪʃən/

lucubration

夜間学習

Meaning

study or meditation, especially at night

Example

His novel was the result of long lucubration.

彼の小説は長い夜間学習の結果でした。

C1 adjective /ˈvɛnəˌreɪtɪd/

venerated

尊敬される

Meaning

respected and admired deeply

Example

The venerated professor was honored with an award.

その尊敬される教授は賞を授与されました。

C2 noun /ˈkwaɪəˌtuːd/

quietude

静けさ

Meaning

A state of stillness and tranquility.

Example

She enjoys the quietude of the countryside.

彼女は田舎の静けさを楽しんでいます。

C1 noun /ˈhɒrəˌskoʊp/

horoscope

ホロスコープ

Meaning

A forecast of a person's future based on the positions of the stars and planets at their birth.

Example

She read her horoscope every morning to see what the stars predicted.

彼女は毎朝、自分のホロスコープを読んで、星が何を予測したかを確認していました。

C1 noun /ˌɪndɪɡˈneɪʃən/

indignation

憤慨

Meaning

Strong displeasure or anger caused by something unjust, offensive, or insulting.

Example

Public indignation grew after the unfair verdict.

不公平な判決の後で、公衆の憤慨が高まった。

A2 adverb /ˈɒbviəsli/

obviously

明らかに

Meaning

in a way that is easily perceived or understood; clearly

Example

Obviously, he didn’t read the instructions.

もちろん、彼は指示を読まなかった。

C1 verb /ɪnˈkæp.sjʊ.leɪt/

encapsulate

要約する

Meaning

To express the essential features of something succinctly; to summarize or contain within.

Example

The introduction should encapsulate the main points of the article.

導入部は記事の主なポイントを要約するべきです。

B2 noun /ˈfeð.ər/

Feather

鳥の羽

Meaning

one of the light structures that cover a bird's body

Example

The peacock has beautiful colorful feathers.

孔雀は美しい色とりどりの羽を持っています。

B1 verb /əbˈzɜːrv/

observe

観察する

Meaning

to watch carefully; to notice or perceive something

Example

Scientists observe the behavior of animals in the wild.

科学者たちは野生動物の行動を観察します。

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.peks/

apex

頂点, apex

Meaning

The highest point or peak of something; the top or summit.

Example

He reached the apex of his career.

彼は自分のキャリアの頂点に達した。

C1 adjective /ˈfiːlaɪn/

feline

猫に関する

Meaning

relating to or characteristic of cats

Example

Her movements were graceful and almost feline in their elegance.

彼女の動きは優雅で、ほとんど猫のようだった。

B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/

citizenship

市民権

Meaning

the status of being a recognized member of a state or country, with rights and duties

Example

He applied for American citizenship after living there for ten years.

彼はアメリカに10年間住んだ後、アメリカ市民権を申請しました。

C1 noun /ˈdɛməɡɒɡ/

demagogue

デマゴーグ

Meaning

A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.

Example

The crowd was swayed by the fiery speeches of the demagogue.

群衆はデマゴーグの情熱的な演説に影響された。

B1 noun /ˈsiː.hɔːrs/

Sea-horse

タツノオトシゴ

Meaning

a small marine fish with segmented bony armor, an upright posture, and a curled prehensile tail

Example

The seahorse gracefully floated among the coral reefs.

タツノオトシゴはサンゴ礁の中を優雅に浮かんでいました。

C2 adjective /pərˈsuːənt/

pursuant

に従って

Meaning

in accordance with or following something, especially a law or rule

Example

The decision was made pursuant to the regulations.

その決定は規則に従って行われました。

C2 noun /ˌɪkθiˈɒlədʒɪst/

ichthyologist

魚類学者

Meaning

A scientist who studies fish.

Example

The ichthyologist discovered a new species of fish in the river.

魚類学者は川で新しい魚の種を発見しました。

B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

カムバック

Meaning

A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.

Example

The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.

歌手は何年もの沈黙の後、見事なカムバックを果たした。

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

認定

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

彼女は研修プログラムを修了した後、専門的な認定を取得しました。

C1 noun /ˈsɜːrtʃɑːrdʒ/

surcharge

追加料金

Meaning

an additional charge or payment added to the usual cost

Example

The airline ticket had a fuel surcharge added to it.

航空券に燃料サーチャージが追加されていました。

C2 noun /ˈsfɛrɔɪd/

spheroid

回転楕円体

Meaning

A three-dimensional shape that is almost spherical but slightly flattened or elongated.

Example

The Earth is not a perfect sphere but an oblate spheroid.

地球は完璧な球体ではなく、偏平な回転楕円体です。

C2 verb /dɪˈspɒnd/

despond

落ち込む

Meaning

to lose confidence or hope; to become dejected

Example

After repeated failures, he began to despond.

繰り返しの失敗の後、彼は落ち込むようになった。

C2 noun /floʊ/

floe

氷の板

Meaning

a large sheet of floating ice

Example

The polar bears rested on the ice floe.

北極熊は氷の板の上で休んでいた。

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 verb ɪnˈvɛst.ɪŋ

investing

投資

Meaning

The act of putting money into financial schemes, shares, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit.

Example

Investing in stocks can generate long-term wealth.

株式投資は長期的な富を生むことができます。

B2 verb /spreɪ/

spray

スプレーする

Meaning

to apply liquid to something in a fine mist

Example

She sprayed perfume on her wrist before leaving.

彼女は出かける前に手首に香水をスプレーしました。

B1 adjective ˈliː.ɡəl

legal

合法

Meaning

Permitted by law; relating to the law.

Example

Legal systems ensure justice.

法的なシステムは正義を保証します。

C2 verb /ɛmˈbɔs/

emboss

浮き彫りにする

Meaning

to decorate a surface with a raised design or pattern

Example

The invitation card was embossed with golden letters.

招待状は金色の文字でエンボスされていました。

C1 adjective /ɡlʌm/

Glum

憂鬱な; 落ち込んだ; 元気がない

Meaning

sad; dejected; downcast; gloomy

Example

He looked glum after hearing the bad news.

彼は悪いニュースを聞いた後、元気がなく見えました。

C2 noun /næˈteɪʃən/

natation

水泳

Meaning

The act or sport of swimming.

Example

She took lessons in natation to improve her swimming skills.

彼女は泳ぎの技術を向上させるために水泳のレッスンを受けました。

C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈduː/

outdo

超える

Meaning

To do better than someone else; to surpass.

Example

She always tries to outdo her classmates in exams.

彼女は試験でクラスメートを常に超えようとします。

B1 noun /ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃən/

demonstration

デモ, 示威

Meaning

the act of showing something clearly, or a public protest

Example

The workers organized a demonstration for better wages.

労働者たちはより良い賃金のためにデモを組織した。

C1 noun /luːm/

Loom

織機

Meaning

a machine for weaving cloth; to appear threatening or menacing

Example

The weaver worked at the loom to create beautiful fabrics.

織工は美しい布地を作るために機織り機で働いていました。

B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

ガウン

Meaning

a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings

Example

She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.

彼女は卒業式でイブニングガウンを着てエレガントに見えた。

C2 noun /dɪˈdʒɛnərəsi/

degeneracy

退化

Meaning

The state of decline or deterioration, often in moral, cultural, or physical qualities.

Example

The novel portrays the moral degeneracy of a corrupt society.

その小説は腐敗した社会の道徳的退化を描いています。

C1 adjective /ˈdɛkədənt/

decadent

堕落的, 贅沢な

Meaning

Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline; excessively self-indulgent.

Example

The party was filled with decadent luxury and excess.

パーティーは堕落的な贅沢と過剰で満たされていました。

C2 adjective /ˌhaɪpərˈbɔːriən/

hyperborean

極北の

Meaning

Relating to the extreme north; very cold or frigid.

Example

The explorers prepared for the hyperborean climate of the Arctic.

探検家たちは北極の極北の気候に備えていた。

C1 noun /ˈtʌɡboʊt/

tugboat

タグボート

Meaning

a small, powerful boat used for towing or pushing ships

Example

The tugboat guided the massive ship safely into the harbor.

タグボートは巨大な船を安全に港に案内しました。

C2 noun /ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

esprit de corps

チームスピリット

Meaning

A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.

Example

The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort.

チームのスピリットは、彼らの協力的な努力に明らかに現れていた。

C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmɪtrɪst/

optometrist

オプトメトリスト

Meaning

A healthcare professional who examines eyes and prescribes corrective lenses.

Example

The optometrist prescribed new glasses for her.

オプトメトリストは彼女に新しい眼鏡を処方しました。

C2 noun /ˈɡleɪziər/

glazier

ガラス職人

Meaning

a person whose job is to fit glass into windows and doors

Example

The glazier repaired the broken window in our house.

ガラス職人は家の壊れた窓を修理しました。

A1 noun /ˈvɪdiəʊ/

video

ビデオ

Meaning

a recording of moving visual images made digitally or on film

Example

She watched the video of her favorite concert online.

彼女はオンラインでお気に入りのコンサートのビデオを見ました。

B2 noun ˈɪnəveɪtɪv tuːlz

innovative tools

革新的なツール

Meaning

Creative devices or advanced technologies that introduce new methods or approaches to accomplish tasks.

Example

Teachers use innovative tools to enhance classroom learning.

教師は教室での学習を向上させるために革新的なツールを使用します。

B2 noun /ˈwɑː.ʃər mæn/

Washer man

洗濯屋

Meaning

a person whose job is to wash clothes and linens for others

Example

The washer man collected dirty clothes from every household in the village.

洗濯屋は村のすべての家から汚れた服を集めました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

dependable

信頼できる

Meaning

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

Example

She is a dependable colleague who always meets deadlines.

彼女はいつも締め切りを守る信頼できる同僚です。

A2 adverb /ɪˈspeʃəli/

Especially

特に; 特別に; とりわけ

Meaning

particularly; in particular; above all

Example

I love all fruits, especially mangoes.

私はすべての果物が好きですが、特にマンゴーが好きです。

B1 adjective /ʃeɪpt/

shaped

形作られた

Meaning

having a particular form or appearance

Example

The sculpture was shaped like a human figure.

彫刻は人間の姿のように形作られていました。

C2 noun /ˈlɔːˌɡɪvər/

lawgiver

立法者

Meaning

A person who creates or enforces laws; a legislator.

Example

Moses is often regarded as a great lawgiver in history.

モーセは歴史の中で偉大な立法者と見なされています。

C1 adjective bəˈnev.əl.ənt

benevolent

慈悲深い, 寛大な, 親切な

Meaning

Kind, generous, showing goodwill and kindness.

Example

His benevolent nature made him beloved.

彼の寛大な性格は彼をとても愛される人にしました。

C1 noun /ˈkɑːmənˌwɛlθ/

commonwealth

コモンウェルス

Meaning

an independent community or state, especially one founded for the common good; also an association of nations

Example

Australia is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.

オーストラリアはコモンウェルス加盟国です。

C1 verb /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/

lubricate

潤滑する

Meaning

to apply oil or grease to reduce friction between surfaces

Example

The mechanic lubricated the car engine parts.

整備士は車のエンジンパーツに潤滑油を塗布しました。

B2 noun /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

迂回路

Meaning

A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.

Example

We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.

メイン道路が閉鎖されていたので、迂回路を取らなければならなかった。

C2 adjective /ˈpʌkɪʃ/

puckish

いたずら好き

Meaning

playfully mischievous

Example

The child gave a puckish grin before hiding the toy.

子供はおもちゃを隠す前にいたずらっぽい笑顔を見せました。

C2 adjective /ˌpriːtərˈnætʃərəl/

preternatural

超自然的

Meaning

Beyond what is normal or natural; extraordinary or supernatural.

Example

She had a preternatural ability to remain calm in any crisis.

彼女はどんな危機にも冷静に保つ超自然的な能力を持っていた。

C2 noun /hɔːɡ plʌm/

Hog plum

ホッグプラム

Meaning

tropical fruit with yellow skin and sour taste

Example

Hog plums are often used to make pickles and chutneys.

ホッグプラムはよくピクルスやチャツネを作るために使われます。

C2 noun /kwɑːˈfjʊr/

coiffure

髪型

Meaning

A person's hairstyle, typically an elaborate one.

Example

Her elegant coiffure impressed everyone at the party.

彼女のエレガントな髪型はパーティーで皆を感動させました。

A2 verb /rɪˈkwaɪər/

require

必要とする

Meaning

to need something; to demand or insist on

Example

This job requires excellent communication skills.

この仕事には優れたコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。

B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

口述する

Meaning

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Example

The boss dictates letters to his secretary.

ボスは秘書に手紙を口述します。

C2 noun /ˈbɔːlsəm/

Balsam

バルサムの花

Meaning

a flowering plant with colorful blooms that often open in the evening; also refers to aromatic resin

Example

The garden balsam flowers bloomed beautifully in various shades of pink and purple.

庭のバルサムの花はピンクと紫のさまざまな色合いで美しく咲いていました。

C1 adjective /sɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

symmetrical

対称的

Meaning

having parts on either side that match or are the same in shape, size, or arrangement

Example

The artist designed a symmetrical pattern on the floor.

アーティストは床に対称的なパターンをデザインしました。

C2 verb /baɪd/

bide

待つ

Meaning

to wait patiently for the right time or opportunity

Example

He decided to bide his time before making a move.

彼は動きを起こす前に時間を待つことに決めました。

A2 adjective /ˈnætʃərəl/

natural

自然な

Meaning

existing in or derived from nature; not made or caused by humankind

Example

She prefers to use natural ingredients in her cooking.

彼女は料理に自然な食材を使うのが好きです。

C1 adjective /rɪˈkʌr.ənt/

Recurrent

再発性の

Meaning

happening repeatedly; occurring again and again; periodic;

Example

She has been suffering from recurrent headaches for months.

彼女は数ヶ月間、繰り返す頭痛に悩まされています。

C1 adjective /ˌɪnkəʊˈhɪərənt/

incoherent

一貫性のない

Meaning

Not clear or easy to understand; lacking logical connection.

Example

His explanation was so incoherent that nobody could follow it.

彼の説明はあまりにも一貫性がなく、誰もそれを追うことができませんでした。

B2 noun /ˈwɪzdəm/

Wisdom

知恵; 賢さ; 判断力

Meaning

the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision

Example

Age brings wisdom and experience.

年齢は知恵と経験をもたらす。

C2 noun /ˈbaɪpɛd/

biped

二足歩行動物

Meaning

An animal that walks on two feet.

Example

Humans are examples of biped creatures.

人間は二足歩行動物の例です。

B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

司令官

Meaning

a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces

Example

The commander ordered his troops to advance.

司令官は部隊に前進するよう命じました。

B2 noun /ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

scholarship

奨学金

Meaning

an award or grant to support a student's education

Example

She received a scholarship to study abroad.

彼女は留学するための奨学金を受け取りました。

C2 noun /ˈhɒɡz.hɛd/

hogshead

大樽

Meaning

A large cask or barrel, traditionally used for storing liquids like wine or beer.

Example

The cellar was filled with hogsheads of ale.

地下室はビールの大樽でいっぱいだった。

C2 noun /ˈfɜːrðərəns/

furtherance

促進

Meaning

The advancement or promotion of something.

Example

The new policy was introduced in furtherance of social justice.

新しい政策は社会的正義の促進のために導入されました。

C2 adjective /ˈlɪtərəl/

littoral

沿岸の

Meaning

Related to or situated on the shore of the sea or a lake.

Example

The littoral zone is home to many unique marine species.

沿岸地域は多くのユニークな海洋種の生息地です。

C1 verb rɪˈpel

repel

反発する

Meaning

To push away or force apart due to similar charges or properties.

Example

Protons repel each other.

陽子はお互いに反発し合う。

B2 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

持続可能な開発

Meaning

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Example

Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.

エコツーリズムは地域社会の持続可能な開発に貢献しています。

C2 noun /fəˈlɪsɪti/

felicity

幸福

Meaning

intense happiness; the ability to find appropriate expression for one's thoughts

Example

She was known for her felicity in conversation and cheerful nature.

彼女は会話の中での幸福と明るい性格で知られていました。

A1 noun /miːt/

Meat

肉

Meaning

animal flesh used as food

Example

We bought fresh meat from the butcher shop.

私たちは肉屋から新鮮な肉を買いました。

C2 noun /ˈsɜːfdəm/

serfdom

農奴制

Meaning

The status or condition of being a serf, bound to work for a lord.

Example

Many peasants in medieval Europe lived under serfdom.

中世ヨーロッパの多くの農民は農奴制の下で生活していた。

C2 adjective /məˈlɪfluəs/

mellifluous

甘美な

Meaning

Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear.

Example

The singer’s mellifluous voice enchanted the audience.

歌手の甘美な声が観客を魅了した。

C2 noun /kəˈdʒoʊləri/

cajolery

お世辞

Meaning

Flattering or coaxing talk intended to persuade someone.

Example

Through cajolery, he convinced his boss to grant him a raise.

お世辞を使って、彼は上司を説得して昇給を勝ち取った。

C1 noun /ˈɡæm.ət/

gamut

完全な範囲

Meaning

The complete range or scope of something.

Example

Her emotions ran the gamut from joy to sorrow in just a few minutes.

彼女の感情は、数分で喜びから悲しみへと広がった。

C1 verb /dɪsˈpleɪs/

displace

置き換える

Meaning

to force someone or something out of their usual or original position; to replace or substitute

Example

The new technology will displace many traditional manufacturing jobs.

新しい技術は多くの伝統的な製造業の仕事を置き換えるでしょう。

C2 adjective /ɪkˌstɛmpəˈreɪniəs/

extemporaneous

準備なしで行う

Meaning

Spoken or done without preparation.

Example

He gave an extemporaneous speech at the meeting.

彼は会議で即興のスピーチをしました。

C2 noun /ɪkˌspɒstjʊˈleɪʃən/

expostulation

抗議

Meaning

the act of expressing protest or disagreement

Example

His expostulation against the unfair rules was ignored.

不公平なルールに対する彼の抗議は無視されました。

C2 verb /ˈkʌzən/

cozen

だます, 騙す

Meaning

to deceive, cheat, or trick someone

Example

He cozened the old man out of his money.

彼は老人をだましてお金を取った。

C2 noun /ˈpɒl.i.mæθ/

polymath

博識者

Meaning

a person with knowledge of many different subjects

Example

Leonardo da Vinci was a true polymath, excelling in art, science, and engineering.

レオナルド・ダ・ヴィンチは、芸術、科学、工学において優れた博識者でした。

C2 noun /ɛnˈsɪklɪkəl/

encyclical

回勅

Meaning

a formal letter sent by the Pope to Catholic churches, usually addressing important issues

Example

The Pope issued an encyclical on climate change and moral responsibility.

教皇は気候変動と道徳的責任についての回勅を発表しました。

C2 adjective /ˌɪnˈekspɜːrt/

inexpert

未熟な

Meaning

not skilled or experienced; lacking expertise

Example

The inexpert handling of the machine caused several mistakes.

機械の未熟な扱いがいくつかのミスを引き起こした。

A1 noun /suːp/

Soup

スープ

Meaning

a liquid food made by boiling meat, vegetables, or other ingredients in water

Example

I had a bowl of chicken soup for lunch.

私は昼食にチキンスープを一杯食べました。

C1 adjective /ˈkɔːrəl/

choral

合唱に関連する

Meaning

Relating to, written for, or performed by a choir or chorus.

Example

The church hosted a choral performance on Sunday.

教会は日曜日に合唱のパフォーマンスを開催しました。

C1 adjective /ˌtɒpsi ˈtɜːvi/

topsy-turvy

混乱した

Meaning

in a state of confusion, disorder, or upside down

Example

The sudden announcement left the office in a topsy-turvy state.

突然の発表でオフィスは完全に混乱した状態になった。

C2 noun /ˌlæs.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

laceration

深い切り傷

Meaning

a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh

Example

He needed stitches for a laceration on his leg.

彼は足の深い切り傷に縫い合わせが必要でした。

C2 adjective /ˈɡæŋ.ɡli/

gangly

高くて不器用

Meaning

Tall, thin, and awkward in movement or appearance.

Example

The gangly teenager stumbled while trying to dance.

不器用なティーンエイジャーはダンスしようとしたときにつまずきました。

C1 noun /ˈtɛstəmənt/

testament

遺言 / 証拠

Meaning

a person's will; or strong evidence of something

Example

His success is a testament to his hard work and dedication.

彼の成功は彼の努力と献身の証です。

C2 verb /ˈɪməleɪt/

immolate

犠牲にする/焼死させる

Meaning

To kill or sacrifice, especially by burning.

Example

The protesters threatened to immolate themselves in front of the building.

抗議者たちは建物の前で自ら火にくべると脅した。

C2 noun /ˌhæŋ.ki ˈpæŋ.ki/

Hanky-Panky

詐欺; 疑わしい活動; 不道徳な行動; ごまかし

Meaning

dishonest or suspicious activity; unethical behavior; trickery or deception

Example

The audit revealed some hanky-panky in the company's financial records.

監査により、会社の財務記録に詐欺が発覚しました。

C2 noun /ˌɑːrtʃˈdiːkən/

archdeacon

大執事

Meaning

A senior clergyman in the Christian Church ranking below a bishop.

Example

The archdeacon assisted the bishop in administrative duties.

アーチディーコンは行政業務で主教を支援した。

A2 number /ˈfɪfti/

fifty

五十

Meaning

the number 50

Example

The stadium can hold fifty thousand people.

スタジアムは五万人を収容できます。

B2 verb /swer/

swear

誓う

Meaning

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

Example

I swear to tell the truth.

私は真実を話すと誓います。

C2 noun /ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/

equivocation

あいまいな言葉の使用

Meaning

The use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth or to avoid committing oneself.

Example

The politician’s equivocation frustrated voters who wanted a clear answer.

政治家のあいまいな言葉は、明確な答えを求めていた有権者を失望させた。

二つの点または状態の間で前後に動くまたは揺れる

Meaning

To swing or move back and forth between two points or states

Example

The stock market tends to oscillate during uncertain times.

株式市場は不確実な時期に振動しがちです。