B2 noun /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

コラージュ

Meaning

A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.

Example

She created a collage using old magazine pictures.

彼女は古い雑誌の写真を使ってコラージュを作りました。

B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

プランテンバナナ

Meaning

a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating

Example

Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.

プランテンバナナは揚げたり、茹でたり、焼いたりでき、多くの熱帯地域では主食です。

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

未亡人の夫

Meaning

a man whose wife has died and who has not married again

Example

The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.

高齢の未亡人の夫は一人で住んでいましたが、子供たちから定期的に訪問を受けていました。

B2 verb /spɪn/

spin

回転する

Meaning

To turn around quickly or cause something to rotate

Example

The dancer began to spin gracefully on the stage.

ダンサーはステージで優雅に回転を始めました。

B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

任命された

Meaning

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

Example

Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.

任命された職員は重要な責任を負います。

B2 noun /wɪðˈdrɔːəl/

withdrawal

引き出し

Meaning

the act of taking something back or removing oneself from a situation

Example

He made a withdrawal of $500 from his bank account.

彼は銀行口座から500ドルを引き出しました。

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。

B2 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ˈsɪs.təm/

economic system

経済システム

Meaning

The organized framework for production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in society.

Example

Capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies are types of economic systems.

資本主義、社会主義、混合経済は経済システムのタイプです。

B2 noun /əˈmɛnəti/

amenity

アメニティ

Meaning

a useful or pleasant facility or feature of a place

Example

The apartment has every amenity needed for comfortable living.

アパートには快適な生活のために必要なすべてのアメニティがあります。

B2 noun/verb /ˈwɒf.əl/

waffle

ワッフル (食品), あいまいに話す

Meaning

as noun: a crisp cake with a pattern of deep squares; as verb: to speak or write vaguely without making a clear decision

Example

He kept waffling instead of making a decision.

彼は決定を下す代わりに、ずっと迷っていました。

B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

傾向

Meaning

an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior

Example

She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.

彼女は会議に遅れて到着する傾向があります。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛntrɪk/

eccentric

奇抜な

Meaning

unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance

Example

The artist was known for his eccentric style.

そのアーティストは奇抜なスタイルで知られていた。

B2 verb /ˈbrɔːdən/

broaden

広げる

Meaning

to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding

Example

Travel can broaden your perspective on different cultures.

旅行は異なる文化への視野を広げてくれる。

B2 noun /moʊd/

Mode

モード; 方法

Meaning

a way or manner in which something occurs or is done; a setting

Example

The computer has a sleep mode to save energy.

コンピュータにはエネルギーを節約するためのスリープモードがあります。

B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

争う、主張する

Meaning

to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly

Example

Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.

世界中のアスリートがチャンピオンシップを争っています。

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌblsəm/

Troublesome

面倒な; 問題のある

Meaning

causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic

Example

The troublesome student disrupted the class again.

その面倒な学生はまたクラスを中断しました。

B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

機密の；分類された

Meaning

arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted

Example

The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.

その報告書には機密情報が含まれている。

B2 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

有利な; 便利な; 利益を生む

Meaning

beneficial; favorable; profitable

Example

This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.

このポジションはキャリアの成長のための有利な機会を提供します。

B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

構成する

Meaning

To consist of or be made up of something.

Example

The committee comprises five members.

委員会は五人のメンバーで構成されています。

B2 adjective /ˈdjʊərəbəl/

Durable

耐久性がある; 強い; 頑丈な

Meaning

able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong

Example

This durable fabric will last for many years.

この耐久性のある生地は何年も持ちます。

B2 noun /waɪt ænt/

White-Ant

シロアリ

Meaning

a small social insect that lives in colonies and feeds on wood and plant matter

Example

White ants damaged the wooden furniture in our house.

シロアリは私たちの家の木製家具を傷つけました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

きらめく; 輝かしい; 光り輝く

Meaning

shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;

Example

The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.

きらめく星が澄んだ夜空を満たしていました。

B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

水差し

Meaning

a container used for storing or carrying water

Example

The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.

キッチンの水差しは新鮮な飲料水でいっぱいでした。

B2 noun /ˈsiːkər/

seeker

探求者

Meaning

a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth

Example

The seeker traveled far to find the answers to his questions.

探求者は自分の質問に対する答えを見つけるために遠くまで旅しました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

加える

Meaning

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

Example

The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.

嵐は都市にかなりの被害を与えました。

B2 noun /ˈveɪ.pər/

Vapour

蒸気

Meaning

a substance in the form of a gas, especially when it has changed from a liquid or solid state

Example

Water vapour rose from the hot pavement after the rain.

雨の後、熱い舗道から水蒸気が立ち上ってきた。

B2 noun/verb /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/

outrage

憤慨

Meaning

A strong feeling of anger and shock; to arouse anger or shock.

Example

The unfair decision caused public outrage.

不公平な決定が公共の憤慨を引き起こしました。

B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

Meaning

A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.

Example

She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.

B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

特典

Meaning

A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.

Example

One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.

ここで働くことの特典の一つは、毎週金曜日に無料ランチが提供されることです。

B2 noun /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

定住; 合意

Meaning

a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute

Example

The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.

初期の定住地は川の近くに建設され、水を簡単に取り入れるようにされていました。

B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

提出する

Meaning

to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield

Example

Please submit your assignment by Friday.

金曜日までに課題を提出してください。

B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

誓約; 約束; 保証;

Meaning

a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee

Example

He made a pledge to donate money to charity.

彼はチャリティーにお金を寄付する誓約をした。

B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

ポーチ

Meaning

a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides

Example

We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.

私たちはポーチに座って、夕方の風を楽しみました。

B2 noun /ˌʌndəˈɡrædʒuət/

undergraduate

学部生

Meaning

a student who has not yet earned a bachelor's degree

Example

She is an undergraduate studying computer science.

彼女はコンピュータサイエンスを学んでいる学部生です。

B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

さわやか

Meaning

making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different

Example

The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.

暑い一日後の涼しい風はさわやかだった。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

干渉

Meaning

the action of interfering with something

Example

The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.

近くの電子機器からの干渉で、ラジオ信号が途絶えました。

B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

B2 noun /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ tɛkˌniːks/

breathing techniques

呼吸法

Meaning

Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.

Example

Breathing techniques help in reducing stress and anxiety.

呼吸法はストレスや不安を減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

制限する

Meaning

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

Example

The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.

新しい規制は企業が環境を汚染するのを制限しています。

B2 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

孤独

Meaning

The state or situation of being alone.

Example

Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.

孤独は深い反省の機会を提供することができます。

B2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə briːtʃ/

data breach

データ漏洩

Meaning

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

Example

A data breach exposed millions of users' passwords.

データ漏洩により何百万人ものユーザーのパスワードが公開されました。

B2 adjective /ˈkwɜːrki/

quirky

風変わりな

Meaning

Unusual in an interesting, charming, or odd way.

Example

She has a quirky sense of fashion that makes her stand out.

彼女は個性的なファッションセンスを持っており、それが彼女を際立たせています。

B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

修道女

Meaning

a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent

Example

The nun taught at the local Catholic school.

その修道女は地元のカトリック学校で教えていました。

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.ɪt/

Merit

メリット; 優れた点; 評価に値する品質

Meaning

The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially deserving praise, reward, or attention

Example

She was promoted based on her merit and hard work.

彼女はそのメリットと努力によって昇進しました。

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 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。

B2 noun /dʒɜːrk/

Jerk

揺れ; 衝撃; バカ者

Meaning

a quick, sharp, sudden movement; an abrupt pull or twist; a foolish person

Example

The sudden jerk of the train caused passengers to lose their balance momentarily.

電車の突然の揺れで乗客は一瞬バランスを失いました。

B2 adjective /əˈkaʊntəbl/

accountable

責任がある

Meaning

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

Example

Staying accountable helps reduce delays.

責任があることが遅延を減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

有毒な; 有害なまたは不快な

Meaning

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

Example

The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.

工場は有害な化学物質を川に排出しました。

B2 verb /triːd/

tread

踏む

Meaning

to step or walk on something; to crush with feet

Example

Don't tread on the flowers.

花を踏まないでください。

B2 noun /ɡoʊld fɪʃ/

Gold fish

金魚

Meaning

a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet

Example

The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl.

金魚はガラスの鉢の中をぐるぐる泳いでいました。

B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

アクティブリコール

Meaning

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

Example

Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.

アクティブリコールは長期記憶と保持力を向上させます。

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

現代的な, 現代の

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

彼女は現代アートの展示を楽しんでいます。

B2 noun /ˈoʊvərpæs/

overpass

高架橋

Meaning

A bridge that carries one road or railway over another.

Example

The new overpass reduced traffic congestion in the city.

新しい高架橋は市内の交通渋滞を減らしました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs/

Gracious

優雅な; 礼儀正しい; 寛大な;

Meaning

kind; courteous; generous;

Example

She was very gracious and thanked everyone for their help.

彼女はとても優雅で、すべての人に助けてくれたことに感謝しました。

B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

マットレス

Meaning

a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed

Example

We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.

私たちは寝室のために新しいマットレスを買いました。

B2 adjective /fəˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/

Forgiving

許す

Meaning

ready and willing to forgive; merciful; lenient

Example

She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges.

彼女は許す性格を持っており、ほとんど恨みを抱きません。

B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

整列する

Meaning

Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

Example

Aligning education with global standards is vital.

教育を世界標準に整列させることは重要です。

B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

分析する

Meaning

to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions

Example

Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.

科学者たちは新しいパターンを発見するためにデータを分析しています。

B2 verb /ˈflʌrɪʃ/

flourish

Meaning

To grow or develop in a healthy or successful way.

Example

Her business began to flourish after she introduced online sales.

B2 noun ˌlɪmɪˈteɪʃən

limitation

制限

Meaning

A limiting rule or circumstance; a restriction on the size or amount of something permissible.

Example

Limitation in data affects policy-making decisions.

データの制限は政策決定に影響を与えます。

B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

滑らかな

Meaning

Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.

Example

He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.

彼は投資家を感動させるために滑らかなプレゼンテーションを行った。

B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

キャセロールボックス

Meaning

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

Example

The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.

キャセロールボックスはディナーパーティーの間、食べ物を温かく保ちました。

B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

ツンドラ

Meaning

A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.

Example

Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.

ホッキョクグマは氷のツンドラを歩き回っています。

B2 adjective /ˈɪn.tɪ.mət/

Intimate

親密な; 個人的な; 詳細な知識

Meaning

close in friendship; private and personal; detailed knowledge

Example

They have an intimate friendship that has lasted for decades.

彼らは何十年にもわたる親密な友情を持っています。

B2 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

Meaning

to detach or separate from a connection or source

Example

Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.

B2 noun /ˈlɪz.ɚd/

Lizard

トカゲ

Meaning

a cold-blooded reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail

Example

A small lizard ran across the garden wall.

小さなトカゲが庭の壁を走った。

B2 adjective /ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

Payable

支払期限

Meaning

required to be paid; owed as a debt

Example

The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date.

金額は請求書の日付から30日以内に支払期限となります。

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。

B2 verb ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

密閉する、封鎖する

Meaning

The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.

Example

Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.

壁の亀裂を密閉することで害虫の侵入を防げます。

B2 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

驚かせる

Meaning

To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.

Example

The loud noise startled the children.

大きな音が子供たちを驚かせた。

B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛptɪv/

deceptive

騙すような

Meaning

Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.

Example

Appearances can be deceptive.

外見は騙すようなものかもしれません。

B2 noun /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

justification

正当化

Meaning

a reason, explanation, or excuse that shows something is right or reasonable

Example

There is no justification for such rude behavior.

そのような失礼な行動には正当化の余地はない。

B2 noun /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

guideline

ガイドライン

Meaning

a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

Example

The company issued new guidelines for employee safety.

会社は従業員の安全のために新しいガイドラインを発表しました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈlaɪ.ənt/

reliant

依存している

Meaning

depending on someone or something for support

Example

The country is too reliant on imported goods.

その国は輸入品に依存しすぎている。

B2 verb /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

監査する

Meaning

to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially

Example

The accountant will audit the company's books next month.

会計士は来月会社の帳簿を監査します。

B2 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

人工的に;

Meaning

by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner

Example

The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.

その湖は灌漑目的で人工的に作られました。

B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

子グマ

Meaning

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

Example

The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.

子グマは保護のために母親の近くにいました。

B2 noun /dæm/

Dam

ダム; 貯水池;

Meaning

a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal

Example

The massive dam provides electricity and controls flooding in the region.

巨大なダムはこの地域に電力を提供し、洪水を制御します。

B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

雰囲気

Meaning

The character and atmosphere of a place.

Example

The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.

レストランの雰囲気はリラックスしていて、カジュアルなディナーに最適でした。

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

割り当て

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

教育のための予算の割り当ては増加しなければならない。

B2 noun /əˈfɛns/

offense

犯罪

Meaning

an illegal act; a crime

Example

The offense was committed in broad daylight.

その罪は昼間に犯されました。

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。

B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

Meaning

to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully

Example

She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.

B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

タイム

Meaning

A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.

Example

She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.

彼女はローストチキンにタイムを振りかけました。

B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸性雨

Meaning

Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.

Example

Acid rain damages crops and buildings.

酸性雨は作物や建物にダメージを与えます。

B2 verb /rɪˈkleɪm/

reclaim

Meaning

To take back or recover something; to restore to a usable state.

Example

The farmer worked to reclaim the barren land.

B2 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

計算された

Meaning

Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.

Example

Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.

彼女の計算された動きは競争相手に対して優位に立たせた。

B2 noun /ˈɑp.tə.mɪst/

Optimist

楽観主義者

Meaning

a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future; someone who sees the good side of things

Example

As an optimist, she always believed things would improve.

楽観主義者として、彼女は常に物事が改善されると信じていました。

B2 adverb /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ.li/

Willingly

自発的に

Meaning

in a willing manner; voluntarily; with free will

Example

She willingly helped her neighbors during the emergency.

彼女は緊急時に自発的に隣人を助けました。

B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

記念碑

Meaning

A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.

Example

Thousands gather at the National Memorial.

何千人もの人々が国立記念碑に集まります。

B2 noun /ˌɔː.ri.enˈteɪ.ʃən/

orientation

オリエンテーション

Meaning

the process of becoming familiar with a new situation or environment

Example

The company provides an orientation for all new employees.

会社はすべての新しい従業員にオリエンテーションを提供します。

B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

人工の

Meaning

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Example

This lake is manmade, not natural.

この湖は人工のもので、自然のものではありません。

B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

磨く

Meaning

to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine

Example

She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.

面接前に靴を磨かなければならない。

B2 noun ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən

environmental degradation

環境劣化

Meaning

The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources and destruction of ecosystems.

Example

Environmental degradation threatens biodiversity.

環境劣化は生物多様性を脅かしています。

B2 adjective /ɡeɪ/

gay

ゲイ

Meaning

sexually attracted to people of the same sex; also used to mean cheerful or lively

Example

He came out as gay during college.

彼は大学でゲイであることをカミングアウトした。

B2 adjective /ˈɡræf.ɪk/

Graphic

グラフィック; 視覚的; 鮮明な;

Meaning

relating to visual design; vivid; clearly described;

Example

The graphic design was colorful and eye-catching.

グラフィックデザインはカラフルで目を引くものでした。

B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

自己制御

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.

Example

Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.

自己制御はバランスの取れた生活を維持するために重要です。

B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

感受性

Meaning

The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.

Example

Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.

ボースは実験を通じて植物の感受性を証明しました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

控えめな; 内向的な

Meaning

slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner

Example

She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.

彼女はかなり控えめで、会議ではあまり話しません。

B2 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

侵入する

Meaning

to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy

Example

The army invaded the neighboring country.

軍隊は隣国に侵入しました。

B2 noun θrets

threats

脅威

Meaning

A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.

Example

Threats to food security are rising globally.

食料安全保障への脅威が世界的に高まっています。

B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk

landmark

ランドマーク

Meaning

An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.

Example

The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation.

スペースレストランは革新のランドマークです。

B2 verb /dɪˈsiːv/

deceive

騙す

Meaning

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

Example

He tried to deceive his friends with a fake story.

彼は嘘の話で友達を騙そうとした。

B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

Lazily

怠惰に

Meaning

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

Example

He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning.

彼は怠惰に腕を伸ばし、朝にあくびをした。

B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

反差別的

Meaning

Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.

Example

The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.

反差別的運動は画期的でした。

B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

統治する

Meaning

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant

Example

The queen reigned for over sixty years.

女王は60年以上統治していました。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/

unavailable

利用できない

Meaning

Not able to be obtained, reached, or used; not present or accessible.

Example

The manager was unavailable to take calls during the meeting.

マネージャーは会議中に電話に出られませんでした。

B2 noun /ˈrɪŋkəl/

Wrinkle

しわ

Meaning

a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease

Example

She noticed a few wrinkles around her eyes.

彼女は目の周りにいくつかのしわを見ました。

B2 adjective, verb /əbˈskjʊr/

obscure

不明確

Meaning

Not clearly expressed or understood; to make something difficult to see or understand.

Example

The meaning of the poem was obscure to most readers.

詩の意味はほとんどの読者には不明確でした。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/

Extravagant

豪華な

Meaning

spending much more than is necessary; wasteful; lacking restraint in spending

Example

His extravagant lifestyle included expensive cars and luxury vacations.

彼の豪華なライフスタイルは高価な車や豪華な休暇を含んでいました。

B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示; 合図

Meaning

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

Example

The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.

暗い雲は嵐がその地域に近づいていることを示す明確な指示でした。

B2 noun ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ

gameplay

ゲームプレイ

Meaning

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

Example

The team's gameplay was innovative.

チームのゲームプレイは革新的でした。

B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

車両

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

私たちはファーストクラスの車両で席を見つけました。

B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

パレスチナの

Meaning

relating to Palestine or its people

Example

The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.

パレスチナの人々は豊かな文化遺産を持っています。

B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

部分的に; 完全ではない;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

Example

The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.

その建物は火事で部分的に破壊されました。

B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

チーム

Meaning

a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports

Example

The football squad trained hard before the championship match.

サッカーチームはチャンピオンシップの試合の前に一生懸命練習した。

B2 verb /niːl/

kneel

ひざまずく

Meaning

to go down on one's knees; to rest on the knees

Example

The knight knelt before the king.

騎士は王の前でひざまずいた。

B2 noun /biːd/

Bead

ビーズ

Meaning

a small round object with a hole through it for threading

Example

She made a necklace with colorful beads.

彼女はカラフルなビーズでネックレスを作った。

B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

生産量

Meaning

The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.

Example

Climate change reduces agricultural output.

気候変動は農業の生産量を減少させます。

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。