B2 noun /kəˈlɛstərɒl/

cholesterol

コレステロール

Meaning

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

Example

High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease.

高コレステロールは心臓病のリスクを高める可能性があります。

C1 noun /ˈhɛksəˌɡɒn/

hexagon

六角形

Meaning

A six-sided polygon.

Example

A honeycomb cell is shaped like a hexagon.

蜂の巣のセルは六角形をしている。

C1 noun /ˈtraɪ.fəl/

Trifle

些細なことや重要でないこと

Meaning

something of little importance or value; a small amount

Example

Don't worry about such a trifle; it's not worth your time.

そんな些細なことを気にしないで; あなたの時間の価値がない。

A1 adjective /mʌm/

Mum

沈黙; 何も言わない; 静かにする

Meaning

silent; saying nothing; keeping quiet

Example

He kept mum about the surprise party plans.

彼はサプライズパーティーの計画について沈黙していました。

B1 adjective /ˈwel.θi/

Wealthy

裕福な; 金持ちの; 繁栄した

Meaning

having a great deal of money; rich; prosperous

Example

The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity.

裕福な実業家は慈善活動に何百万ドルも寄付しました。

B1 noun riˈækʃən

reaction

反応

Meaning

An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.

Example

The arrests triggered a reaction.

逮捕は反応を引き起こしました。

B1 noun /ˈmæɡnət/

magnet

磁石

Meaning

An object that produces a magnetic field and attracts metals like iron.

Example

The magnet held the paper to the fridge door.

磁石は紙を冷蔵庫のドアに引き寄せました。

A1 verb /ˈoʊpən/

open

開ける

Meaning

to move something so as to allow access; to begin

Example

Please open the door for me.

ドアを開けてください。

B1 noun ˈpɒdkɑːsts

podcasts

ポッドキャスト

Meaning

A digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer.

Example

Podcasts are great for improving listening.

ポッドキャストはリスニング力向上に最適です。

B1 verb /prɪˈdɪkt/

predict

予測する

Meaning

to say that something will happen in the future

Example

Scientists predict rain tomorrow.

科学者たちは明日雨が降ると予測しています。

C2 adjective /ˌsuː.pər.ɪˈrɑː.ɡə.tɔːr.i/

supererogatory

過剰

Meaning

Going beyond what is required or expected; more than necessary.

Example

His donation was supererogatory, far beyond what anyone had asked for.

彼の寄付は過剰で、誰もが求めていた以上のものでした。

C2 noun /ˈɛpəlɛt/

epaulette

肩章

Meaning

A variant spelling of epaulet, also meaning a shoulder ornament, especially on military uniforms.

Example

The officer’s epaulette shone brightly under the sunlight.

その将校のエポレットは太陽の下で輝いていました。

A2 noun /bɔːrd/

board

Meaning

a flat, thin, rectangular piece of material such as wood; also a group of people managing an organization

Example

The board decided to increase the budget.

A2 noun /ˈrɛsɪpi/

recipe

レシピ

Meaning

a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required

Example

I found a great recipe for chocolate cake.

チョコレートケーキの素晴らしいレシピを見つけました。

C1 noun /weɪ/

Whey

ホエイ

Meaning

the watery part of milk that separates from the curds when making cheese

Example

Whey protein is popular among athletes and bodybuilders.

ホエイプロテインはアスリートやボディビルダーの間で人気があります。

C1 verb /məˈnuː.vər/

manoeuver

Meaning

To move skillfully or carefully; to guide or manipulate into a desired position.

Example

The driver skillfully manoeuvered the car through the narrow street.

B2 noun /ˈriːteɪlər/

retailer

小売業者

Meaning

a person or business that sells goods to consumers rather than to other businesses

Example

The retailer offers discounts on electronic products.

小売業者は電子製品に割引を提供しています。

C2 noun /ˌhoʊ.mi.oʊˈsteɪ.sɪs/

homeostasis

体内の均衡、生理的過程によって維持される生理的安定性

Meaning

The tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes.

Example

The human body maintains homeostasis through temperature regulation.

人間の体は温度調節によってホメオスタシスを維持します。

C2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪtʃər/

investiture

任命式

Meaning

the formal ceremony of conferring authority, rank, or office

Example

The king held an investiture ceremony for the new knight.

王は新しい騎士のために任命式を開催しました。

B1 verb /ɪkˈsplɔːrɪŋ/

exploring

探査する

Meaning

Investigating or studying thoroughly; searching into or ranging over for the purpose of discovery.

Example

They are exploring different areas of Antarctica.

彼らは南極のさまざまな地域を探査しています。

C2 adjective /ˌæm.bɪˈdɛk.strəs/

ambidextrous

両利き

Meaning

Able to use both hands equally well, or versatile in abilities.

Example

Being ambidextrous can be beneficial in sports.

両利きであることはスポーツで有利です。

B1 noun /ʃɒk/

shock

衝撃

Meaning

a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience

Example

The news of his sudden departure was a shock to everyone.

彼の突然の出発のニュースは皆にショックを与えた。

B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

地質学

Meaning

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

Example

She studied geology to understand earthquakes.

彼女は地震を理解するために地質学を学びました。

C1 noun /ˈhɑː.mɪdʒ/

Homage

敬意; 尊敬; 追悼

Meaning

special honor or respect shown publicly; tribute paid to someone in recognition of their merit

Example

The memorial service was a touching homage to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives.

追悼式は、命を捧げた勇敢な兵士たちへの感動的な敬意でした。

C1 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

順応させる

Meaning

to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize

Example

She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.

彼女は新しいチームのニーズにすぐ順応した。

C2 noun /ˌkælɪsˈθɛnɪks/

calisthenics

自重トレーニング

Meaning

exercises that use body weight for strength and flexibility

Example

She practices calisthenics every morning in the park.

彼女は毎朝公園でカリステニクスを練習しています。

A2 noun/verb /əˈmaʊnt/

amount

金額

Meaning

a quantity of something, typically the total of a thing or things in number, size, value, or extent

Example

The total amount of money is not enough.

お金の合計額は十分ではありません。

B2 noun /ɡʌm/

Gum

歯茎; 粘着物質

Meaning

the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion

Example

The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.

歯科医は病気の兆候があるかどうか彼女の歯茎をチェックしました。

B1 verb /rɪˈtaɪə/

retire

引退する

Meaning

to stop working after reaching a certain age or having completed a career

Example

She decided to retire after working for 40 years.

彼女は40年間働いた後、引退することに決めました。

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。

A2 adverb, adjective, verb, noun /ˈfɔːrwərd/

forward

前進

Meaning

toward the front; to advance or send ahead; an onward position or direction

Example

The troops moved forward to secure the bridge.

部隊は橋を確保するために前進しました。

C1 noun /ˈeɪ.kər.ɪdʒ/

acreage

エーカー

Meaning

An area of land measured in acres.

Example

The farmer owns a large acreage of fertile land.

農夫は広大な肥沃な土地を所有しています。

C1 noun /ˈtriːzən/

Treason

裏切り罪

Meaning

the crime of betraying one's country, especially by attempting to kill or overthrow the sovereign or government

Example

He was accused of treason against the state.

彼は国家に対する反逆罪で告発されました。

B2 adjective /ˈbʌmpi/

Bumpy

でこぼこした; ざらざらした

Meaning

having an uneven surface; rough; jolting

Example

The bumpy road made the car ride very uncomfortable.

でこぼこした道で車の乗り心地はとても不快だった。

B2 verb /nɪt/

knit

編む

Meaning

To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.

Example

She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.

彼女は冬に友達のためにスカーフを編むのが好きです。

C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

Martyrdom

殉教

Meaning

The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle

Example

His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.

彼の殉教は、無数の他の人々を自由運動に参加させるインスピレーションとなった。

B2 interjection /ˈbrɑː.voʊ/

bravo

ブラボー

Meaning

used to express approval, admiration, or praise

Example

The audience shouted 'Bravo!' after the stunning performance.

観客は素晴らしいパフォーマンスの後で「ブラボー！」と叫びました。

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。

C1 adjective /ˌmet.əˈbɒl.ɪk/

metabolic

代謝の

Meaning

Relating to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

Example

Regular exercise enhances metabolic efficiency.

定期的な運動は代謝効率を高めます。

B2 noun /ˈsuːpəvaɪzə(r)/

supervisor

監督者

Meaning

a person who manages or directs the work of others

Example

The supervisor checked the progress of each employee.

スーパーバイザーは各従業員の進捗を確認しました。

C1 adjective /ˈbrɪslɪŋ/

bristling

逆立ちした; エネルギーに満ちた

Meaning

full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up

Example

He entered the room bristling with confidence.

彼は自信満々で部屋に入った。

B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

スロークッカー

Meaning

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

Example

I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.

仕事に行く前にチキンと野菜をスロークッカーに入れました。

C1 adjective /ˈtæntəmaʊnt/

tantamount

同等

Meaning

Equivalent in seriousness or effect; virtually the same as.

Example

His refusal to speak was tantamount to an admission of guilt.

彼の話さないことは罪を認めることと同等だった。

B2 noun trænˈzɪʃ.ən

transition

移行

Meaning

The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.

Example

The transition from fossil fuels to renewables is vital.

化石燃料から再生可能エネルギーへの移行は重要です。

C1 noun, adjective /ˈsɛntənəri/ or /sɛnˈtɛnəri/

centenary

百年記念

Meaning

The hundredth anniversary of a significant event; relating to a period of 100 years.

Example

The school celebrated its centenary with a grand event.

学校は百年記念を盛大なイベントで祝いました。

C1 noun ˈpraʊ.es

prowess

腕前

Meaning

Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.

Example

Prowess in sports enhances team strength.

スポーツでの腕前はチームの力を高めます。

C1 noun /ˈsuːdənɪm/

pseudonym

筆名

Meaning

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name

Example

Mark Twain was the pseudonym of Samuel Clemens.

マーク・トウェインはサミュエル・クレメンスの筆名でした。

B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

病気

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

彼は軽い胃の病気のために医者に行った。

C2 noun /ˌriːkəˌpɪtjʊˈleɪʃən/

recapitulation

要約

Meaning

The act of summarizing or repeating the main points of something.

Example

The professor gave a brief recapitulation of the lecture before ending the class.

教授はクラスを終える前に講義の簡単な要約を行いました。

C1 noun /ˈnep.ə.tɪz.əm/

Nepotism

縁故主義

Meaning

the practice of favoring relatives or friends in business or politics

Example

The company was accused of nepotism in its hiring practices.

その会社は採用活動においてネポティズムを行っていると非難された。

C1 noun /ˈtɛmptər/

tempter

誘惑者

Meaning

a person or thing that entices someone into doing something wrong

Example

The tempter whispered false promises into his ear.

誘惑者は彼の耳に嘘の約束をささやいた。

B1 noun prəˈtek.ʃən

protection

保護

Meaning

The action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.

Example

The movement focused on the protection of rights.

運動は権利の保護に集中しました。

B2 verb /spɛər/

spare

余分に与える / 節約する

Meaning

To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.

Example

Could you spare me a few minutes of your time?

あなたは私に少し時間を割いてくれますか？

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

料理の

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

料理の進歩は食事体験を向上させます。

A2 noun /ˈmʌʃ.ruːm/

Mushroom

きのこ

Meaning

a type of fungus that can be eaten, often used in cooking

Example

The pizza was topped with fresh mushrooms.

ピザは新鮮なきのこで飾られていました。

B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

譲歩

Meaning

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

Example

The company made several concessions during the negotiations.

会社は交渉中にいくつかの譲歩をしました。

C2 adjective /mjuːˈnɪfɪsənt/

munificent

寛大な

Meaning

extremely generous; giving freely and abundantly

Example

She made a munificent donation to the orphanage.

彼女は孤児院に寛大な寄付をしました。

C1 noun /ˈkɒnstənsi/

constancy

不変/忠実

Meaning

the quality of being faithful and dependable

Example

Her constancy in friendship is admirable.

彼女の友情での忠実さは賞賛に値します。

B2 noun /strɪp/

Strip

布、紙、プラスチック、またはその他の材料の長くて細い帯

Meaning

a long narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or other material

Example

She tore a strip of paper from the notebook.

彼女はノートから紙のストリップを引き裂きました。

C1 noun /ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/

extradition

引渡し

Meaning

the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state

Example

The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues.

容疑者の引渡しは法的問題のため遅れました。

C2 noun /hɒtʃ pɒtʃ/

Hotch potch

煮込み料理

Meaning

A mixed dish; a hodgepodge of ingredients cooked together

Example

She made a delicious hotch potch with rice, lentils, and vegetables.

彼女はご飯、レンズ豆、野菜で美味しいホッチポッチを作った。

C1 adjective /ɪˈlʌstriəs/

illustrious

著名

Meaning

Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.

Example

She had an illustrious career in medicine.

彼女は医学の分野で著名なキャリアを持っていた。

C2 verb /ɪnˈtræp/

entrap

Meaning

To catch or trick someone into a difficult situation.

Example

The police tried to entrap the criminal with false evidence.

A2 adjective /diːp/

deep

幸せ

Meaning

extending far down from the top or surface; profound or intense

Example

The lake is very deep in the middle.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

C1 adjective /ˈpɔːltri/

paltry

取るに足りない, 些細な

Meaning

small or meager; lacking in value or importance

Example

They offered him a paltry sum for his work.

彼らは彼の仕事に対して取るに足りない金額を提案した。

A2 noun /dɪˈɡriː/

degree

学位 / 程度

Meaning

an amount or level of something; an academic qualification

Example

She earned a degree in engineering.

彼女は工学の学位を取得しました。

B1 noun /ˈpɑr.səl/

Parcel

小包; 土地の一区画

Meaning

an object or collection of objects wrapped in paper for carrying or sending by mail; a piece of land

Example

The postman delivered a parcel to our door.

郵便配達員が私たちのドアに小包を届けました。

C2 noun /prɪˈsɛʃən/

precession

歳差

Meaning

The slow movement of the axis of a spinning body around another axis, often referring to Earth's rotation.

Example

Astronomers study the precession of the equinoxes.

天文学者は春分点の歳差を研究しています。

B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

主人公

Meaning

The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Example

Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.

チャールズ・ダーネイは物語の主要な登場人物の一人です。

C1 noun /sɪˈnɒpsɪs/

synopsis

概要

Meaning

a brief summary of the main points of a text, film, or research

Example

The publisher asked the author to submit a one-page synopsis of the novel.

出版社は著者に小説の1ページ分の概要を提出するよう依頼しました。

A2 noun /weɪt/

weight

重さ

Meaning

a measure of how heavy something is

Example

The weight of the package was 10 kilograms.

パッケージの重さは10キログラムでした。

B2 verb /ˈæktɪveɪt/

activate

アクティベート

Meaning

to make something start or function

Example

She pressed the button to activate the machine.

彼女は機械を起動するためにボタンを押しました。

A2 adjective /miːn/

Mean

意地悪; 残酷; 嫌な

Meaning

unkind; cruel; nasty

Example

Don't be so mean to your little sister.

小さな妹にそんなに意地悪しないで。

C2 adjective /ˈkɪŋ.ki/

Kinky

変わった性的習慣; カールした髪

Meaning

having or involving unconventional sexual practices; having tight curls or bends

Example

His kinky hair made him look unique.

彼のくるくるした髪は彼をユニークに見せました。

C2 adjective /ɪnˈsuːpərəbl/

insuperable

克服できない

Meaning

Impossible to overcome or surpass.

Example

The team faced insuperable challenges during the expedition.

チームは遠征中に克服できない課題に直面しました。

A1 noun /breɪk/

break

休憩

Meaning

A pause in work or during an activity or event.

Example

Short breaks refresh your mind.

短い休憩は心をリフレッシュします。

C2 noun (plural) /ˌmæk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz/

machinations

陰謀

Meaning

complicated and secret plans, often intended to cause harm

Example

The politician was brought down by his own machinations.

その政治家は自分の陰謀によって倒れた。

C1 noun /helm/

Helm

舵

Meaning

a tiller or wheel for steering a ship or boat; a position of leadership or control

Example

The experienced captain took the helm and expertly navigated the ship through the storm.

経験豊富な船長は舵を取って、嵐の中で巧みに船を操縦しました。

C1 verb /rɪˈlɛnt/

relent

譲歩する、柔らかくなる

Meaning

to become less severe, harsh, or strict

Example

After hours of begging, she finally relented.

何時間もの懇願の後、彼女はついに譲歩した。

C2 noun /hæp/

hap

運, 幸運, 偶然

Meaning

luck, fortune, or chance occurrence

Example

By sheer hap, he discovered the old letter hidden in the drawer.

偶然にも、彼は引き出しの中に隠された古い手紙を発見しました。

C1 noun /ˈdʒuː.bɪ.liː/

Jubilee

記念日; 特別な記念式典

Meaning

a special anniversary celebration, especially the 25th, 50th, or 60th anniversary of an important event

Example

The school celebrated its golden jubilee with a grand ceremony.

学校はその金色の記念日を豪華な式典で祝いました。

A1 adverb /ˈɔːl.weɪz/

Always

いつも; 永遠に; 常に

Meaning

at all times; on all occasions; forever

Example

She always arrives early to work.

彼女はいつも仕事に早く到着します。

A1 noun /ˈfriː taɪm/

free time

自由時間

Meaning

time when a person is not working or occupied and can do activities they enjoy

Example

She likes to read books in her free time.

彼女は自由時間に本を読むのが好きです。

A2 adjective /əˈsliːp/

asleep

眠っている

Meaning

in a state of sleep

Example

The baby is fast asleep.

赤ちゃんはぐっすり眠っています。

C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈskraɪbəbəl/

Indescribable

言葉では表現できない

Meaning

impossible to describe or express in words; beyond description

Example

The beauty of the sunset was indescribable.

夕日の美しさは言葉では表現できないほどでした。

C2 adjective /ˈlʌstrəs/

lustrous

光沢のある

Meaning

having a gentle sheen or soft glow

Example

Her hair looked smooth and lustrous.

彼女の髪は滑らかで光沢のあるように見えた。

C2 noun /ˈkætɪtʃuː/

Catechu

カテチュー

Meaning

an extract from a tropical Asian plant, used in tanning and dyeing

Example

Catechu extract is commonly used in traditional medicine.

カテチュー抽出物は伝統医学で一般的に使用されます。

B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

誠実

Meaning

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Example

Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.

教師のインテグリティは、積極的な学習環境を促進します。

C1 adjective /ˌbaɪˈlæt.ər.əl/

bilateral

二国間

Meaning

An agreement or relationship between two parties that is mutual, two-sided, or reciprocal.

Example

The two countries signed a bilateral trade agreement.

二国は二国間貿易協定に署名しました。

C2 noun /wiːl/

weal

幸福

Meaning

A raised mark on the skin left after a blow; or general well-being and prosperity.

Example

The charity worked for the common weal of the community.

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。

C2 noun /ˈɛpɪˌsaɪkl/

epicycle

外周上の小円

Meaning

a small circle whose center moves around the circumference of a larger one, used in ancient astronomy

Example

The concept of the epicycle was used to explain planetary motion.

エピサイクルの概念は惑星の運動を説明するために使用されました。

B2 noun /sɛnˈseɪʃən/

Sensation

感覚 / センセーション

Meaning

a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body; a widespread reaction of interest and excitement

Example

The new singer became an overnight sensation.

新しい歌手は一夜にしてセンセーションとなった。

C2 noun /dɪˈfoʊliənt/

defoliant

Meaning

a chemical that causes leaves to drop from plants, often used in warfare or agriculture

Example

The army sprayed defoliant to clear the forest cover.

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪteɪt/

imitate

真似る

Meaning

to copy the behavior or manner of someone or something

Example

Children often imitate their parents' behavior.

子供たちはしばしば親の行動を真似します。

C1 verb /ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/

patronize

恩着せがましくする

Meaning

to treat someone in a condescending way; to be a regular customer of a business

Example

Don't patronize me with your fake sympathy.

偽りの同情で恩着せがましくしないで。

C2 verb /ˈhɛnˌpɛk/

henpeck

Meaning

To continually criticize, nag, or dominate (especially a husband).

Example

He felt henpecked by his overly controlling wife.

C1 adjective /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒənəl/

aboriginal

先住民

Meaning

Relating to the original inhabitants of a region.

Example

The museum has a large collection of aboriginal art.

博物館には先住民のアートの大きなコレクションがあります。

C1 verb /priːˈɒkjʊpaɪ/

preoccupy

占める, 心を占める

Meaning

To dominate or engross the mind of someone to the exclusion of other thoughts.

Example

Worries about the future preoccupy him constantly.

未来についての心配が彼を常に占めている。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完全

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

その絵は美しかったが、完璧ではなかった。

C2 adjective /ˌdaɪəˈkrɪtɪkəl/

diacritical

ダイアクリティカル

Meaning

Relating to a mark added to a letter to indicate a different pronunciation or stress.

Example

The word résumé has diacritical marks that change its meaning from resume.

‘レジュメ’という言葉には、意味を変えるダイアクリティカルマークがあります。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

海軍の

Meaning

relating to a country's navy or military ships

Example

The country invested heavily in naval defense.

その国は海軍防衛に多額の投資をしました。

B1 noun /per/

Pear

梨

Meaning

a sweet juicy fruit with a rounded shape that is wider at the bottom than the top

Example

She enjoyed a fresh pear from the orchard.

彼女は果樹園から新鮮な梨を楽しみました。

B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

延長する

Meaning

to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give

Example

The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.

会社はプロジェクトの締め切りを延長することに決定しました。

B2 adjective /ˈbleɪzɪŋ/

Blazing

燃えるような; 激しい

Meaning

burning fiercely; extremely hot; very bright

Example

The blazing sun made the day extremely hot.

燃えるような太陽はその日を非常に暑くした。

C1 noun /ˈækəleɪd/

accolade

栄誉

Meaning

An award, honor, or expression of praise.

Example

She received an accolade for her outstanding performance.

彼女は卓越したパフォーマンスで栄誉を受けました。

A2 noun /rɒk/

rock

岩石

Meaning

a large, solid piece of mineral matter

Example

The mountain was made of solid rock.

その山は固い岩石でできていました。

A1 noun /skuːl/

school

学校

Meaning

An institution for educating children; also a group of people sharing the same ideas or discipline.

Example

The children walked to school together.

子供たちは一緒に学校に歩いて行きました。

C1 adjective /ɪˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

Illogical

非論理的

Meaning

not reasonable or sensible; lacking logic

Example

It would be illogical to go swimming in such cold weather.

こんなに寒い天気で泳ぐのは非論理的です。

C1 adjective /ˈkɑːr.di.æk/

cardiac

心臓の

Meaning

Relating to the heart.

Example

The patient was admitted with a cardiac condition.

患者は心臓の病状で入院しました。

C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

狂気; 精神疾患

Meaning

the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality

Example

The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.

弁護人は、被告人が狂気によって無罪であると主張した。

C1 noun /dɪˈmaɪz/

demise

死 / 終わり

Meaning

Death or end of something, especially the end of an institution or system.

Example

The sudden demise of the company shocked investors.

会社の突然の倒産は投資家を驚かせました。

A2 noun /hɛn/

Hen

雌鶏

Meaning

female chicken

Example

The hen laid fresh eggs in the nest.

雌鶏は巣に新鮮な卵を産んだ。

B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

予期する

Meaning

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Example

We anticipate a large crowd at the event.

イベントには大勢の人が来ると予想しています。

A1 adjective /oʊˈkeɪ/

ok

わかった

Meaning

used to indicate agreement, approval, or understanding

Example

Okay, let's go to the park.

わかった、じゃあ公園に行こう。

B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

有機

Meaning

Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

Example

Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.

有機農業は土壌の健康を改善し、汚染を減少させます。

C2 verb əˈtɛn.ju.eɪt

attenuate

和らげる

Meaning

To reduce the force, effect, or value of something; to make weak or thin.

Example

The medicine helps attenuate the pain.

その薬は痛みを和らげるのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

悪名高い

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

その地域は高い犯罪率で悪名高いです。

C2 adjective /rɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

repressible

抑制可能

Meaning

Capable of being restrained or suppressed.

Example

The movement proved to be hardly repressible.

その運動はほとんど抑制可能であることが証明されました。

C1 verb /skʌf/

scuff

擦り傷

Meaning

to mark or scratch the surface of something by rubbing

Example

He scuffed his shoes on the pavement.

彼は歩道で靴を擦り傷をつけた。

C1 adjective ˌæv.ɒ̃ˈɡɑːd

avant-garde

前衛的

Meaning

New and experimental; characterized by departure from or rejection of accepted standards.

Example

Avant-garde designs redefine the dining experience.

アヴァン・ガルドデザインはダイニング体験を再定義します。

C2 noun /djuːˈplɪsɪti/

duplicity

二重性

Meaning

Deceitfulness or double-dealing; dishonesty.

Example

Her duplicity was revealed during the investigation.

調査中に彼女の二重性が明らかになった。