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B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

閉鎖
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
会社の閉鎖により、多くの従業員が職を失いました。
C2 noun /ˈmæləprɒˌpɪzəm/

malapropism

誤用語
Meaning
the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with amusing effect
Example
He is famous for his malapropism when speaking in public.
彼は公衆の前で話すときに誤用語で有名です。
A2 adjective /ˈpɜːrsənl/

personal

個人的な
Meaning
relating to a particular person rather than anyone else
Example
She shared some personal details about her family.
彼女は家族についての個人的な詳細を共有しました。
C1 adjective fæsˈtɪd.i.əs

fastidious

几帳面な
Meaning
Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
Example
She is fastidious about maintaining cleanliness.
彼女は清潔を保つことにとても几帳面だ。
A2 adjective /fer/

Fair

公正な; 妥当な; 魅力的な
Meaning
just and reasonable; treating people equally; light in color; attractive
Example
The judge made a fair decision in the case.
裁判官はその事件で公正な判断を下しました。
B1 noun /ɡæŋ/

gang

ギャング
Meaning
An organized group of people, often involved in crime or violence.
Example
The gang was arrested by the police last night.
そのギャングは昨晩警察に逮捕されました。
C1 adjective /ˈæntɪkweɪtɪd/

antiquated

時代遅れ
Meaning
Old-fashioned or outdated.
Example
The office still uses an antiquated filing system.
オフィスはまだ古くなったファイリングシステムを使用しています。
B2 adverb /ˈwɔːm.li/

Warmly

温かく; 愛情を込めて
Meaning
in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately
Example
She welcomed the guests warmly at the door.
彼女はドアでゲストを温かく迎えました。
C2 noun /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/

ecclesiastic

教会の
Meaning
A member of the clergy or church official.
Example
The council was attended by several high-ranking ecclesiastics.
その会議には数人の高位の教会役員が出席しました。
B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

従う
Meaning
to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell
Example
I will abide by the rules of the company.
私は会社のルールに従います。
C2 noun /kwiːn kreɪp ˈmɜːrtəl/

Queen crape myrtle

クイーンクレープマートル
Meaning
A flowering tree with colorful, crepe-like flowers, scientifically known as Lagerstroemia
Example
The Queen crape myrtle bloomed beautifully in the garden with its purple flowers.
クイーンクレープマートルは庭で紫色の花とともに美しく咲きました。
B2 verb /fliː/

flee

逃げる
Meaning
To run away from danger or a threatening situation.
Example
The villagers had to flee during the flood.
村人たちは洪水の間に逃げなければなりませんでした。
C2 adjective /dʒʊˈrɪdɪkəl/

juridical

司法的
Meaning
Relating to judicial proceedings or the administration of law.
Example
The case raised important juridical questions.
その事件は重要な司法的問題を提起しました。
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

熟練
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
彼の複数の言語における熟練度は素晴らしい。
C2 verb /ˌɪnkəˈpæsɪteɪt/

incapacitate

無力化する
Meaning
to deprive someone or something of the ability or strength to function
Example
The severe injury incapacitated the player for the rest of the season.
その重傷はプレーヤーをシーズンの残りの期間無力化させた。
B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

デジタルフォーマット
Meaning
A format in which information is stored as electronic data.
Example
A digital format family tree can be shared online.
デジタルフォーマットの家系図はオンラインで共有できます。
A2 noun/verb /meɪl/

mail

郵便 / 手紙
Meaning
Letters, packages, or email messages sent or delivered to someone.
Example
I received an important letter in the mail.
私は郵便で重要な手紙を受け取りました。
B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

ガタガタ鳴る；ガラガラ
Meaning
to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound
Example
The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.
強い風で緩んだ窓がガタガタ鳴り始めた。
B2 adjective /ˈɪnfɪnɪt/

infinite

無限
Meaning
limitless or endless in space, extent, or number
Example
The universe is often described as infinite.
宇宙はしばしば無限だと説明されます。
A2 noun /ˈkʌstəmər/

customer

顧客
Meaning
a person or organization that buys goods or services from a store or business
Example
The shopkeeper greeted the customer with a smile.
店主は笑顔で顧客を迎えました。
A1 noun /her/

Hair

髪
Meaning
any of the fine thread-like strands growing from the skin of humans and animals
Example
She decided to cut her long hair short for a fresh new look this summer.
彼女はこの夏、さっぱりとした新しい外見のために長い髪を短くすることに決めました。
C1 adjective /pərˈsɛptəbl̩/

perceptible

知覚できる
Meaning
Able to be noticed or recognized by the senses or the mind.
Example
There was a perceptible change in the atmosphere.
大気中に知覚できる変化がありました。
A1 adverb /ˈjuː.ʒu.ə.li/

Usually

通常; 一般的に
Meaning
in most cases; generally; as a rule
Example
I usually wake up at 7 AM every morning.
私は通常、毎朝7時に起きます。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神医学
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
彼女は精神疾患に苦しむ人々を助けるために精神医学を学ぶことを決めました。
C2 verb ˈɪnʌndeɪt

inundate

洪水で満たす、処理すべき事柄や人々で誰かまたは何かを圧倒する
Meaning
To flood; overwhelm someone or something with things or people to be dealt with
Example
The company was inundated with requests after the advertisement.
広告の後、会社はリクエストで圧倒されました。
B2 noun ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

産業化
Meaning
The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.
Example
Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.
産業化は世界経済を劇的に変えました。
C1 noun /wʊd ˈæp.əl/

Wood Apple

ウッドアップル
Meaning
a hard-shelled tropical fruit with aromatic pulp used in beverages and medicine
Example
The wood apple has a hard shell but sweet pulp inside.
ウッドアップルは硬い殻を持っていますが、内部には甘い果肉があります
C1 verb /rɪˈklaɪn/

recline

リクライニングする
Meaning
To lean or lie back in a relaxed position.
Example
She reclined on the sofa with a book.
彼女はソファで本を持ってリクライニングしていた。
C1 noun /ˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən wɔːr/

liberation war

解放戦争
Meaning
a war fought to gain freedom from foreign rule, occupation, or oppression; an armed struggle for national independence
Example
The liberation war reshaped the nation’s history and identity.
解放戦争は国の歴史を大きく変えた。
C2 noun /ˈswɑːvɪti/

suavity

優雅さと魅力
Meaning
smoothness and charm in manner
Example
His suavity made him popular in social gatherings.
彼の優雅さと魅力は社交の場で彼を人気者にした。
A2 noun /drʌɡ/

drug

薬物
Meaning
a substance used as a medicine or an illegal addictive substance
Example
The doctor prescribed a new drug for the illness.
医者はその病気のために新しい薬を処方しました。
B2 noun /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

freedom fighter

自由の戦士
Meaning
a person who takes part in an armed or political struggle to achieve freedom or independence for their people or country
Example
The freedom fighter dedicated his life to the liberation of his homeland.
その自由の戦士は祖国の解放のために人生を捧げた。
C1 noun /ˈwɔː.tər ˌlɪl.i/

Water-lily

スイレン
Meaning
a floating flower that grows on the surface of ponds and lakes
Example
The white water-lily floated gracefully on the pond.
白いスイレンが池に優雅に浮かんでいました。
B2 verb /sɪp/

sip

すする
Meaning
to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully
Example
She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.
彼女は新聞を読みながら、ゆっくりとお茶をすすっていました。
C1 verb /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/

alleviate

軽減するまたは和らげる
Meaning
To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe; to relieve or ease.
Example
Meditation can alleviate stress and improve focus.
瞑想はストレスを軽減し、集中力を高めることができます。
C1 verb /dɪˈluːd/

delude

だます
Meaning
To mislead someone into believing something that is not true.
Example
He deluded himself into thinking he could win the race without training.
彼は訓練なしでレースに勝てると思い込み、自分をだました。
A2 noun /ˈtrævələr/

traveller

旅行者
Meaning
A person who is on a journey or frequently travels to different places.
Example
The traveller set out early in the morning to explore new lands.
旅行者は新しい土地を探検するために朝早く出発した。
B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

Meaning
to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
Failure should not discourage you from trying again.
C1 adjective /ɪˈmeʒərəbəl/

Immeasurable

計り知れない
Meaning
too large or extensive to measure; boundless
Example
The immeasurable love of a mother knows no bounds.
母の計り知れない愛には限界がない。
B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

続編
Meaning
a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event
Example
The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.
映画の続編はオリジナルよりもさらに成功しました。
A2 noun /ˈrʌnɪŋ/

running

ランニング
Meaning
the action or sport of running
Example
Running every morning keeps me healthy.
毎朝ランニングをすると健康が保たれます。
C2 adjective /ɪˈrɛfrəɡəbəl/

irrefragable

反論できない
Meaning
Impossible to refute, deny, or break
Example
The lawyer presented irrefragable evidence that proved his client’s innocence.
弁護士は彼のクライアントの無実を証明する反論できない証拠を提示しました。
B1 noun /ˈbles.ɪŋ/

Blessing

祝福; 贈り物;
Meaning
a beneficial thing for which one is grateful; divine favor
Example
Having good health is a blessing that we should cherish.
良い健康を持つことは、私たちが大切にすべき祝福です。
C1 noun /ˈsɪmətri/

symmetry

対称
Meaning
the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other
Example
The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors.
建物の対称性は訪問者に感銘を与えました。
C1 adjective /ˈwer.i/

Wary

用心深い; 警戒心の強い
Meaning
cautious; careful to avoid danger or problems
Example
She was wary of strangers approaching her at night.
彼女は夜に近づいてくる見知らぬ人に警戒していた。
B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

助言する
Meaning
to give professional advice or guidance to someone
Example
The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.
先生は学生にキャリア選択についてアドバイスしました。
C1 verb /ʃʌn/

Shun

避ける
Meaning
to deliberately avoid or stay away from someone or something
Example
He shuns public attention and prefers privacy.
彼は公の注目を避け、プライバシーを好む。
C1 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ər/

fissure

ひび割れ
Meaning
a long, narrow opening or crack in a surface or object
Example
The earthquake caused a deep fissure in the road.
地震によって道路に深いひび割れができました。
C1 noun /dɪˈvaɪzər/

divisor

除数
Meaning
A number by which another number is divided.
Example
In the equation 12 ÷ 3, the number 3 is the divisor.
方程式12 ÷ 3では、数字3が除数です。
B2 noun ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

ozone depletion

オゾン層の減少
Meaning
The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.
Example
Ozone depletion increases UV radiation.
オゾン層の減少はUV放射線を増加させます。
C2 adjective /ˈʃɑːpwɔːrn/

shopworn

古くなった / 色あせた
Meaning
worn or faded from being displayed in a shop; no longer fresh or original
Example
The shopworn shoes were sold at a discount.
ショッピングワーンの靴は割引価格で販売されました。
C2 adverb /əˈbæk/

Aback

驚いた
Meaning
by surprise; unexpectedly
Example
I was taken aback by his sudden announcement.
私は彼の突然の発表に驚きました。
C1 adjective /tɪˈrænɪkəl/

tyrannical

暴君的
Meaning
exercising power in a cruel or arbitrary way
Example
The tyrannical ruler silenced all opposition.
暴君の支配者はすべての反対意見を黙らせた。
C2 noun /ˌvɪvɪˈsɛkʃən/

vivisection

科学研究のために生きた動物に手術を行うこと
Meaning
the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research
Example
Vivisection has long been a controversial topic among scientists and animal rights activists.
ビビセクションは長年にわたり、科学者と動物の権利活動家の間で物議を醸してきました。
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbl̩/

indefatigable

疲れ知らず
Meaning
persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued
Example
Her indefatigable spirit kept the team motivated during the long project.
彼女の疲れ知らずの精神が、長いプロジェクトを通してチームを励ましました。
C1 noun /kɔːrs flaʊər/

Course flour

粗挽き小麦粉
Meaning
coarsely ground flour with larger particles, typically used for baking bread
Example
She used course flour to make homemade bread with a rustic texture.
彼女は手作りのパンを作るために、素朴な質感を持つコースフラワーを使用しました。
A2 adjective /kəˈrɛkt/

correct

正しい
Meaning
free from error; accurate
Example
The answer she gave was correct.
彼女が言った答えは正しかった。
B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

完璧
Meaning
the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence
Example
The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.
アーティストは彼の絵画で完璧を達成するために何年も費やしました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɛntɪv/

inventive

創造的
Meaning
Having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.
Example
The inventor was known for his inventive solutions to everyday problems.
発明家は日常の問題に対する創造的な解決策で知られていた。
B2 noun dɪˈplɔɪmənt

deployment

展開
Meaning
The action of bringing resources into effective action.
Example
The deployment of the new software was completed successfully.
新しいソフトウェアの展開は成功裏に完了しました。
C1 adjective /ˌæntiˈneɪtl/

antenatal

産前
Meaning
Relating to the medical care and treatment given to a pregnant woman before the birth of her child.
Example
She attended regular antenatal checkups throughout her pregnancy.
彼女は妊娠中に定期的な産前検診を受けていました。
C2 verb /fɔrˈswɛr/

forswear

放棄する
Meaning
to renounce or reject; to give up completely
Example
He forswore his old habits and started a new life.
彼は古い習慣を捨て、新しい人生を始めました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈmiːdiəl/

Remedial

修正的; 治療的; 回復的;
Meaning
intended as a remedy; corrective; providing a cure;
Example
The students need remedial classes to improve their math skills.
学生は数学スキルを向上させるためにリメディアルクラスが必要です。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

選り好み
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective
Example
She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.
彼女は自分が着る服にとてもこだわりがあります。
C1 adjective /ˈwɔːrˌlaɪk/

warlike

戦闘的
Meaning
Having an aggressive or militant nature; inclined to fight or engage in war.
Example
The tribe was known for its warlike traditions.
その部族は戦闘的な伝統で知られていました。
B1 verb /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/

satisfy

満たす
Meaning
to fulfill the desires, expectations, or needs of someone; to make content
Example
The delicious meal satisfied our hunger completely.
美味しい食事が私たちの空腹を完全に満たしました。
A1 noun neɪmz

Names

名前
Meaning
A word or set of words by which a person or thing is known.
Example
Names of family members are written on the family tree.
家族の名前は家系図に書かれています。
A1 noun /pɑːrk/

park

パーク
Meaning
a large public area of land with grass, trees, and paths, where people can walk or relax
Example
The children were playing in the park.
子供たちは公園で遊んでいました。
C1 verb /ɡraɪp/

gripe

不満を言う
Meaning
to complain about something in an annoying way
Example
He is always griping about the weather.
彼はいつも天気について不満を言っている。
C1 noun /brɪm/

Brim

縁; ヘリ
Meaning
the projecting edge of a hat; the edge or lip of something
Example
The wide brim of his hat protected him from the scorching sun.
彼の帽子の広い縁は彼を焼けつくような太陽から守ってくれた。
B2 noun /prɪˈtens/

Pretence

偽り
Meaning
an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true
Example
He made no pretence of being interested in the conversation.
彼は会話に興味があるふりをしなかった。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈkoʊ.ɪt/ or /ɪnˈkoʊ.eɪt/

inchoate

未完成
Meaning
Just begun and not fully formed; rudimentary.
Example
His inchoate ideas needed more research to be developed.
彼の未完成のアイデアは、さらに開発するためにもっと研究が必要だった。
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。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

適用可能
Meaning
Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.
Example
This rule is applicable to eye care too.
このルールは目のケアにも適用されます。
C1 noun /ˈæb.stɪ.nəns/

abstinence

禁欲、節制
Meaning
the practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol or sex
Example
His doctor advised abstinence from alcohol for better health.
彼の医者は健康のためにアルコールを控えるように助言しました。
C1 noun /ˌsɛlf əˌfɜːˈmeɪʃən/

self-affirmation

自己肯定
Meaning
The practice of affirming one's own worthiness and value as an individual.
Example
Daily self-affirmation can boost your confidence.
日々の自己肯定は自信を高めることができます。
C2 noun, verb /ˈkæŋkər/

canker

Meaning
A fungal disease of plants; an ulcerous sore in the mouth; to corrupt or destroy slowly
Example
The tree was infected with a canker that damaged its bark.
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɜrt/

exert

行使する
Meaning
to apply or bring to bear; to use physical or mental effort
Example
He exerted all his strength to lift the heavy box.
彼は重い箱を持ち上げるために全力を尽くした。
B2 noun əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

同盟
Meaning
A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.
Example
Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.
グローバルアライアンスは環境の持続可能性を促進します。
C2 verb /bɪˈtəʊkən/

betoken

示唆する
Meaning
to be a sign or indication of something
Example
Dark clouds betoken an approaching storm.
暗い雲は迫り来る嵐を示唆している。
C1 verb /flɑp/

flop

失敗
Meaning
to fall or move heavily and clumsily; to fail completely
Example
The new movie flopped at the box office.
新しい映画は興行成績が振るわなかった。
C1 noun /ˈproʊtəˌʒeɪ/

protege

弟子
Meaning
a person who is guided and supported by an older and more experienced person
Example
The young artist was the protege of a famous painter.
その若い芸術家は有名な画家の弟子でした。
C1 noun /dɪˈsaɪ.pəl/

Disciple

弟子; 信者
Meaning
a follower and student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher; devoted follower
Example
The famous philosopher had many disciples who spread his teachings worldwide.
その有名な哲学者には多くの弟子がいて、彼の教えを世界中に広めました。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈwel/

Unwell

体調不良; 病気
Meaning
not in good health; feeling sick or ill
Example
She has been feeling unwell since yesterday.
彼女は昨日から体調が悪い。
C1 verb /kənˈstruː/

construe

解釈する
Meaning
to interpret or understand the meaning of something in a particular way
Example
His words could be construed as a threat.
彼の言葉は脅威として解釈されるかもしれません。
B1 adjective /blɒnd/

blond

Meaning
having light-colored hair, typically pale yellow or golden.
Example
She has long blond hair that shines in the sunlight.
C1 adjective /ˈhɛdˌstrɔŋ/

headstrong

頑固
Meaning
Determined to do what one wants, even if it is not sensible.
Example
The headstrong child refused to listen to anyone.
頑固な子供は誰の話も聞こうとしませんでした。
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.dʒəns/

divergence

分岐
Meaning
The process or state of diverging; a difference or deviation between two or more things.
Example
The divergence in their opinions led to a heated debate.
彼らの意見の相違は激しい議論を引き起こしました。
B1 noun /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/

opportunity

チャンス
Meaning
A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
Example
She seized the opportunity to study abroad.
彼女は海外で勉強するチャンスをつかんだ。
C1 verb /ˈsnɪkər/

snicker

ひそかに笑う
Meaning
to laugh quietly in a disrespectful or mocking way
Example
The students snickered when the teacher made a mistake.
先生が間違えたとき、生徒たちはこっそり笑いました。
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

まぶた
Meaning
either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed
Example
Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.
彼女のまぶたは眠気で重く感じた。
C1 noun /sɔːd fɪʃ/

Sword fish

メカジキ
Meaning
A large marine fish with an elongated bill resembling a sword
Example
The swordfish can swim at speeds up to 60 mph.
メカジキは時速60マイルで泳ぐことができます。
C1 noun, verb /dɪsˈɑːnər/

dishonor

Meaning
a state of shame or loss of respect; to bring shame upon someone or something
Example
The soldier felt he had brought dishonor to his family.
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
B1 noun pəˈten.ʃəl

potential

ポテンシャル
Meaning
Having or showing the capacity to become or develop into something in the future.
Example
The potential for innovation is immense.
イノベーションのポテンシャルは計り知れない。
B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən/

Orphan

孤児
Meaning
a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support
Example
The orphan was adopted by a loving family.
その孤児は愛情深い家族に養子として迎えられました。
C1 adjective /ˌlaɪtˈhɑːrtɪd/

light-hearted

軽やかで無頓着な
Meaning
cheerful, carefree, and not serious
Example
She gave a light-hearted speech at the party.
彼女はパーティーで軽快なスピーチをしました。
B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

その後
Meaning
at a later time; afterward
Example
He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.
彼は試験に失敗し、その後再試験を受けなければならなかった。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɑlv/

resolve

解決する
Meaning
to solve a problem; to decide firmly
Example
The manager resolves the conflict between employees.
マネージャーは従業員間の対立を解決します。
C1 adjective /ˈdʒen.ɪ.təl/

genital

生殖器に関連する
Meaning
relating to the reproductive organs
Example
The doctor explained the importance of genital hygiene.
医師は生殖器の衛生の重要性を説明しました。
C1 verb /ˈtiːtər/

teeter

揺れる
Meaning
to move or balance unsteadily; to wobble
Example
The glass began to teeter on the edge of the table.
グラスがテーブルの端で揺れ始めた。
B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

アンカー
Meaning
a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence
Example
The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.
船は港にアンカーを下ろしました。
B1 adjective /dɪsˈeɪbld/

disabled

障害者
Meaning
having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities
Example
The park has special facilities for disabled people.
公園には障害者用の特別な施設があります。
B2 noun /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

interruption

中断
Meaning
the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action
Example
The meeting was delayed due to an unexpected interruption.
予期しない中断のため会議は遅れた。
A1 verb/noun /dæns/

dance

幸福
Meaning
to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps
Example
They danced all night at the wedding.
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。
C2 noun /əˈblɪkwɪti/

obliquity

歪み
Meaning
Deviation from moral or usual conduct; indirectness or lack of straightforwardness.
Example
The politician was criticized for the obliquity of his answers.
その政治家は、彼の答えの歪みについて批判された。
B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

中毒者
Meaning
a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something
Example
He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.
彼は毎日何時間もゲームをするゲーム中毒者です。
C1 verb /səˈfɪstɪkeɪt/

sophisticate

洗練する
Meaning
to make something more complex or refined; to educate or develop in taste and manners
Example
Traveling abroad helped sophisticate his worldview.
海外旅行は彼の世界観を洗練させる手助けとなった。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒnsɪvnəs/

responsiveness

反応性
Meaning
The quality of reacting quickly and positively
Example
The manager appreciated her responsiveness to customer feedback.
マネージャーは彼女の顧客からのフィードバックに対する反応性を評価しました。
C2 verb /əˈdʒʊər/

adjure

誓約させる
Meaning
to urge or command someone solemnly, often under oath or a strong sense of duty
Example
The witness was adjured to tell the truth in court.
証人は法廷で真実を話すように命じられた。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːzənəbəl/

unreasonable

理不尽な
Meaning
not guided by reason or fairness; excessive or extreme beyond what is acceptable
Example
The manager made an unreasonable demand that no one could realistically meet.
マネージャーは理不尽な要求をした。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈlɪniəmənts/

lineaments

顔の特徴
Meaning
The features or distinctive characteristics of the face or body.
Example
The lineaments of his face were sharp and stern.
彼の顔の特徴は鋭くて厳しかった。
C2 verb /məˈkadəˌmaɪz/

macadamize

砕石で道路を覆う
Meaning
to construct or cover a road with broken stone
Example
The government decided to macadamize the old rural roads.
政府は古い田舎道を砕石で覆うことを決定した。
B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

傑作
Meaning
A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
Example
The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.
モナリザは、すべての時代で最も偉大な傑作の1つと見なされています。
C1 noun /kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/

Calamity

災害; 大惨事
Meaning
an event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster
Example
The earthquake was a terrible calamity that affected thousands of families.
地震は恐ろしいカラミティで、何千人もの家族に影響を与えました。
A2 noun /roʊl/

role

役割
Meaning
a part or function of something
Example
Her role in the project was crucial.
彼女のプロジェクトでの役割は重要でした。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

スポークスマン
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
スポークスマンは集会中に群衆に向かって話した。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈfeɪl.seɪf/

fail-safe

故障防止
Meaning
designed to prevent failure or accidents; guaranteed to work correctly
Example
The engineers installed a fail-safe mechanism in the nuclear plant.
エンジニアは原子力発電所に故障防止メカニズムを設置しました。
B2 adverb /ˈæk.jə.rət.li/

Accurately

正確に、間違いなく、適切に
Meaning
in an exact way, without any mistakes; precisely; correctly
Example
She accurately predicted the outcome of the election.
彼女は選挙結果を正確に予測した。