C1 adjective kənˈkɝː.ənt

concurrent

同時に行われる、並行する、同じ時間に行われる

Meaning

Existing, happening, or done at the same time.

Example

The conference had concurrent sessions on various topics.

会議では、さまざまなトピックに関する並行セッションが行われました。

C2 noun /kæd/

Cad

悪党; 粗野な

Meaning

a man who behaves dishonorably, especially toward women

Example

Everyone at the party avoided him because he was known to be a cad.

パーティーの皆は彼を避けました、なぜなら彼が悪党として知られていたからです。

A2 noun /ˈbjuː.ti/

Beauty

美しさ

Meaning

the quality of being pleasing to look at; attractiveness

Example

The beauty of the sunset took my breath away.

夕日の美しさに息を呑んだ。

C1 verb /ˈrek.ən.saɪl/

reconcile

和解する, 調和する

Meaning

Restore friendly relations between; cause to coexist in harmony.

Example

They tried to reconcile their differences through open communication.

彼らは開かれたコミュニケーションを通じて自分たちの違いを和解しようとしました。

C2 noun /ˈɒksɪdənt/

occident

西洋

Meaning

The countries of the West, especially Europe and America.

Example

The Occident has a long history of philosophical thought.

西洋には長い哲学的思考の歴史があります。

B2 verb /mɛnd/

mend

修理する

Meaning

To repair something that is broken or damaged.

Example

She learned to mend her torn dress.

彼女は裂けたドレスを修理することを学びました。

C2 adjective /əˈluːsɪv/

allusive

暗示的

Meaning

Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.

Example

The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature.

その小説は古典文学を指し示す暗示的な部分で満ちている。

C1 verb /spɜːrn/

spurn

軽蔑して拒絶する

Meaning

To reject something or someone with disdain or contempt.

Example

She spurned his offer of help.

彼女は軽蔑の気持ちで彼の助けの申し出を拒絶した。

B2 verb /əˈblaɪdʒ/

oblige

義務付ける

Meaning

to compel or require someone to do something; to help or do a favor

Example

I would be happy to oblige you with the information you need.

必要な情報を提供してお手伝いできれば嬉しいです。

C2 noun /liːdʒ/

liege

領主

Meaning

A feudal lord entitled to allegiance and service; a loyal subject.

Example

The knight pledged loyalty to his liege.

騎士は彼の領主に忠誠を誓った。

B2 verb /dɪˈnaʊns/

denounce

非難する

Meaning

To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.

Example

The leader denounced corruption in his speech.

リーダーはスピーチで汚職を非難しました。

A1 verb /send/

send

送る

Meaning

to cause something to go or be taken to a particular destination; to transmit

Example

I will send you an email with the details.

詳細な情報を含むメールを送ります。

C1 verb /əˈkwɪt/

acquit

無罪を言い渡す

Meaning

to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way

Example

The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.

陪審員は被告をすべての告発から無罪にすると決定しました。

C1 noun/verb /ˈræfəl/

raffle

抽選券の販売

Meaning

A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets, one or more of which are drawn at random for a prize; to sell something in such a lottery.

Example

The charity decided to raffle a bicycle to raise funds.

チャリティーは資金調達のために自転車を抽選で販売することに決めました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒmən/

uncommon

珍しい

Meaning

rare, unusual, or remarkable

Example

It is uncommon to see snow in this region.

この地域で雪を見るのは珍しい。

C1 noun /ˈtæpəstri/

tapestry

Meaning

A piece of thick textile fabric with pictures or designs woven into it, often hung on walls.

Example

The museum displayed an ancient tapestry from the 15th century.

C2 noun /ˌlɪt.əˈrɑː.ti/

literati

文学者

Meaning

well-educated, literary, or scholarly people

Example

The event was attended by poets, critics, and other members of the literati.

そのイベントには詩人、批評家、その他の文学者が出席しました。

A2 noun /reɪt/

rate

レート

Meaning

the cost or price of something, or the amount at which something happens

Example

The rate of inflation is increasing every year.

インフレ率は毎年増加しています。

C1 noun ˌtrɪbjʊˈleɪʃən

tribulation

試練

Meaning

A difficult time or suffering experience

Example

He endured many tribulations in his early years.

彼は若い頃に多くの試練を経験しました。

B1 adjective /trɪˈmendəs/

Tremendous

巨大な; 驚くべき; 異常な

Meaning

extremely large, great, or intense; extraordinary

Example

She made tremendous progress in her studies.

彼女は勉強で巨大な進歩を遂げました。

B2 adjective; past participle /ˈɒnəd/

honoured

光栄に思う

Meaning

treated with respect or distinction; feeling proud and privileged

Example

She felt deeply honoured to receive the award.

彼女は賞を受け取って光栄に思った。

C2 verb /ruː/

rue

後悔する

Meaning

To feel regret or sorrow about something.

Example

She will rue the day she trusted him.

彼女は彼を信じたその日を後悔するだろう。

B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

物理学

Meaning

the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them

Example

She decided to major in physics at the university.

彼女は大学で物理学を専攻することに決めました。

B1 noun /kɔːr/

core

核

Meaning

the central or most important part of something

Example

Honesty is at the core of their values.

正直は彼らの価値観の核です。

A2 noun ˈbræntʃɪz

Branches

枝

Meaning

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or from a bough.

Example

Family tree branches show the relationship between family members.

家系図の枝は家族のメンバー間の関係を示します。

C2 noun /ˈsaʊər wʊd ˈæp.əl/

Sour wood apple

ゾウのリンゴ

Meaning

a tropical fruit with hard shell and tangy flesh; elephant apple

Example

The sour wood apple has a unique taste that many people enjoy.

ゾウのリンゴはユニークな味があり、多くの人々が楽しんでいます。

A1 verb /luːz/

lose

失う

Meaning

to be unable to find something; to fail to win; to misplace

Example

I hope I don't lose my keys again.

私は再び鍵を失いたくありません。

A2 noun /ʃiːp/

sheep

羊

Meaning

a farm animal with thick wool that is raised for its wool, meat, and milk

Example

The farmer keeps a large flock of sheep.

農夫は大きな羊の群れを飼っています。

C2 adjective /kwɪkˈsɑː.t̬ɪk/

quixotic

非常に理想主義的で非現実的な、非実用的な

Meaning

Extremely idealistic, unrealistic, and impractical.

Example

His quixotic dreams often led to disappointment.

彼の非現実的な夢はしばしば失望につながった。

B2 adverb /mɪdst/

Midst

真ん中で; その中で

Meaning

in the middle of; among

Example

She stood in the midst of the crowd.

彼女は群衆の真ん中に立っていました。

B1 noun, verb /ˈlaɪsəns/

license

ライセンス / 許可

Meaning

A legal permission to do something (noun); to grant such permission (verb).

Example

You must have a driving license to operate a car legally.

車を合法的に運転するためには運転免許が必要です。

C2 verb /ˈdʌmfaʊnd/

dumbfound

呆然とさせる

Meaning

to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless

Example

The magician's trick dumbfounded the audience.

マジシャンの技は観客を呆然とさせた。

B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

達成する

Meaning

to achieve or complete successfully

Example

She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.

彼女はその年の目標をすべて達成することができました。

B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近

Meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Example

The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.

学校が彼女の家の近くにあるため、それは便利でした。

C1 noun /oʊˈeɪ.sɪs/

Oasis

オアシス

Meaning

a fertile spot in a desert where water is found; a pleasant refuge

Example

The travelers found an oasis after days in the desert.

旅行者たちは砂漠で数日後にオアシスを見つけました。

C1 noun /ˈwɪŋˌspæn/

wingspan

翼幅

Meaning

the distance from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other wing

Example

The eagle has an impressive wingspan of over two meters.

ワシの翼幅は2メートル以上です。

C1 verb koʊˈɜrs

coerce

強制する

Meaning

To force someone to do something against their will using threats or intimidation.

Example

The manager tried to coerce the employees into working overtime.

マネージャーは従業員を強制的に残業させようとしました。

A2 noun /dʒɪˈræf/

Giraffe

キリン

Meaning

a very tall African animal with a long neck and long legs

Example

The giraffe stretched its neck to reach the leaves on the tall tree.

キリンは高い木の葉に届くために首を伸ばしました。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

無礼に

Meaning

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

Example

He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.

丁寧なサービスにもかかわらず、彼は無礼にウェイターに話した。

C1 noun /plæsˈtɪsəti/

plasticity

可塑性、適応能力

Meaning

the quality of being easily shaped or molded; adaptability

Example

The brain's plasticity allows it to adapt after injury.

脳の可塑性により、怪我の後に適応することができます。

C2 adjective /ˈɪmənənt/

immanent

内在的

Meaning

existing or operating within; inherent

Example

He believed that moral values are immanent in human nature.

彼は道徳的価値が人間の本性に内在していると信じていました。

C1 noun /pəˈvɪliən/

pavilion

パビリオン

Meaning

A large tent or temporary building, often used for events or exhibitions.

Example

The wedding reception was held in a decorated pavilion.

結婚式のレセプションは装飾されたパビリオンで開催されました。

B1 noun /ˌek.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən/

Exhibition

展示会

Meaning

a public display of works of art or other items of interest

Example

The art exhibition featured paintings from local artists throughout the region.

その美術展は地域の地元アーティストの絵画を展示しました。

B2 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

整列する / 直線にする

Meaning

To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.

Example

The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.

マネージャーはチームに目標を会社のミッションに合わせるように言いました。

C2 noun /ˈmɒkəsɪn/

moccasin

モカシン

Meaning

A soft leather shoe, traditionally worn by Native Americans, often made from deerskin.

Example

He slipped on a pair of comfortable moccasins before going outside.

彼は外に出る前に快適なモカシンを履きました。

B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

能力

Meaning

The ability or capacity to do something.

Example

The telescope's capability is unparalleled.

望遠鏡の能力は並外れている。

C1 noun /rɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/

Resumption

再開

Meaning

the action of beginning something again after a pause or interruption

Example

The resumption of classes will be announced next week.

授業の再開は来週発表されます。

B2 noun kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

collaboration

協力

Meaning

The action of working with someone to produce or create something

Example

International collaboration is necessary to fight pollution.

国際的な協力は汚染と戦うために必要です。

B2 verb /kəˈrɛspɒnd/

correspond

通信する

Meaning

to communicate by exchanging letters or messages

Example

I correspond regularly with my old friends.

私は定期的に古い友達と通信しています。

B2 noun nɪˈsesɪti

necessity

必要性

Meaning

The fact of being required or indispensable; an indispensable thing.

Example

Waste management is a necessity for environmental sustainability.

廃棄物管理は環境の持続可能性にとって必要不可欠です。

C2 noun /kɒnˌtek.stʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

contextualization

コンテキスト化

Meaning

The process of placing something in its proper context or setting to understand it better.

Example

Contextualization of historical events helps students understand them better.

歴史的な出来事のコンテキスト化は、学生がそれらをよりよく理解するのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective /ˌmɛtrəˈpɑːlɪtən/

metropolitan

大都市

Meaning

Relating to a large city, its surrounding areas, or its lifestyle.

Example

She moved to a metropolitan area for better job opportunities.

彼女はより良い仕事の機会のために大都市エリアに引っ越しました。

B1 noun /ˈpɔːtrət/

portrait

ポートレート

Meaning

a painting, drawing, photograph, or engraving of a person, especially one showing the face

Example

The artist painted a beautiful portrait of his wife.

アーティストは妻の美しいポートレートを描きました。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

太陽の

Meaning

Relating to or determined by the sun

Example

The house is powered by solar energy.

この家は太陽エネルギーで動いています。

B2 noun /dʒiːn/

gene

遺伝子

Meaning

A unit of heredity in living organisms, transferred from parent to offspring, determining traits.

Example

Eye color is influenced by genes inherited from parents.

目の色は親から受け継いだ遺伝子によって影響を受けます。

A1 noun /ˈkæm.rə/

camera

Meaning

a device used for taking photographs or recording videos

Example

She bought a new camera for her photography class.

C2 noun /ˈlæriət/

lariat

ロープ

Meaning

A long rope with a noose at one end used to catch animals such as cattle or horses.

Example

The cowboy threw his lariat to catch the stray horse.

カウボーイは迷子の馬を捕まえるためにロープを投げました。

A2 noun /tiːm/

team

チーム

Meaning

a group of people working together towards a common goal

Example

Our team won the match after a great effort.

私たちのチームは素晴らしい努力の後に試合に勝ちました。

B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

自発的な

Meaning

done without planning; natural and unforced

Example

Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.

雨の中で彼らの自発的なダンスは美しかった。

A2 adjective /streɪt/

Straight

まっすぐな; 直線的な; 正直な;

Meaning

extending or moving uniformly in one direction; not curved or bent; honest

Example

Draw a straight line from point A to point B.

ポイントAからポイントBまでまっすぐな線を引いてください。

C1 noun /ˈbɪɡətri/

bigotry

偏見

Meaning

Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions or lifestyles.

Example

Her bigotry prevented her from accepting people with different beliefs.

彼女の偏見は、異なる信念を持つ人々を受け入れることを妨げていた。

C1 noun/verb /dɪsˈdeɪn/

disdain

Meaning

The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect; to regard with contempt.

Example

She looked at the messy room with open disdain.

C2 verb /ˈrɔɪstər/

roister

大声で祝い

Meaning

to revel noisily; to engage in loud, boisterous celebration

Example

The fans roistered in the streets after the victory.

ファンは勝利後に街で騒いでいました。

B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

差し迫った

Meaning

About to happen; likely to occur very soon.

Example

Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.

暗い雲は嵐が迫っていることを示していた。

A2 verb /faɪt/

fight

戦う

Meaning

to engage in battle or combat; to struggle against

Example

The soldiers fight for their country.

兵士たちは自国のために戦っています。

C2 noun (compound/erroneous entry) /ɪnˈɛksərəbl ɑːrmi/

inexorableinexorablearmy

止められない軍隊

Meaning

This appears to be a corrupted or concatenated form; interpreted as 'inexorable army' — an unstoppable or relentless force.

Example

The rebels feared the inexorable army approaching their stronghold.

反乱軍は自分たちの砦に近づいてくる止められない軍隊を恐れていた。

B2 adjective ˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

logical

論理的

Meaning

Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument.

Example

Logical circuits ensure effective computation.

論理的回路は効果的な計算を保証します。

B1 noun /ədˈvæns/

Advance

進歩; 発展; 前払い

Meaning

progress or development; movement forward; money paid before it is due

Example

Technology has made great advances in recent years.

技術は近年大きな進歩を遂げました。

B2 verb /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

驚嘆する

Meaning

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

People marvel at their surroundings.

人々は自分の周りの環境に驚嘆しています。

C1 adverb /ˈaʊtwədli/

Outwardly

外見上; 表面的に;

Meaning

on the surface; externally; in appearance

Example

Outwardly, he seemed calm, but inside he was nervous.

外見上は落ち着いて見えましたが、内心では緊張していました。

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完全

Meaning

a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

彼女は人間であることの一部として自分の不完全さを受け入れた。

C1 adjective daɪˈvɜː.dʒənt

divergent

異なる

Meaning

Tending to be different or develop in different directions

Example

Divergent policies create challenges in collaboration.

異なる政策は協力に挑戦を生み出します。

C2 adjective /bruːsk/ or /brʌsk/

brusque

ぶっきらぼう

Meaning

abrupt or blunt in manner or speech, often seen as rude

Example

His brusque reply ended the conversation.

彼のぶっきらぼうな返事で会話が終わった。

B2 adjective, verb (present participle) /ˈfloʊtɪŋ/

floating

浮かんでいる

Meaning

remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking; moving lightly or freely

Example

The boat was floating gently on the calm lake.

ボートは穏やかな湖の上で優しく浮かんでいた。

C1 noun /ˌʌl.tɪˈmeɪ.təm/

Ultimatum

最終通告

Meaning

a final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which will result in retaliation

Example

The boss gave him an ultimatum: improve or be fired.

上司は彼に最終通告を与えた：改善するか、解雇されるかだ。

B1 noun /dɪˈbeɪt/

Debate

討論

Meaning

a formal discussion of opposing viewpoints; argument with reasoned points

Example

The political debate lasted for three hours with passionate arguments.

政治的な討論は3時間続き、情熱的な議論が交わされました。

B2 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/

Meaningless

無意味; 目的がない; 意味がない

Meaning

without purpose; having no significance; pointless

Example

The data became meaningless without proper context.

データは適切なコンテキストがなければ意味がありません。

B1 noun /paɪp/

pipe

パイプ

Meaning

a tube used for conveying liquids or gases

Example

The plumber fixed the broken pipe.

配管工は壊れたパイプを修理しました。

C2 noun /meɪndʒ/

mange

疥癬

Meaning

a skin disease in animals caused by parasitic mites, leading to hair loss and sores

Example

The stray dog was suffering from mange.

野良犬は疥癬に苦しんでいた。

C1 verb /paʊt/

pout

口を尖らせる

Meaning

to push one's lips forward as an expression of annoyance or sulkiness

Example

The child began to pout when he didn’t get the toy.

おもちゃをもらえなかったとき、子供は口を尖らせることを始めた。

B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərɛri/

literary

文学的

Meaning

concerning the writing, study, or content of literature

Example

She is a well-known figure in the literary world.

彼女は文学界でよく知られた人物です。

C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈnuːmərɛri/

supernumerary

余分な

Meaning

Exceeding the usual number; extra or unnecessary.

Example

The play included several supernumerary actors to fill the background scenes.

その劇は背景のシーンを埋めるためにいくつかの余分な俳優を含んでいました。

C1 noun /ˈmænər/

manor

邸宅

Meaning

A large country house with lands; the main house of an estate.

Example

The old manor stood proudly on the hill for centuries.

古い邸宅は何世代にもわたって丘の上に誇らしげに立っていました。

C1 noun /ˈʃæmbəlz/

shambles

大混乱

Meaning

a state of complete disorder or ruin

Example

After the storm, the whole town was in shambles.

嵐の後、町全体が大混乱に陥った。

C2 noun /ˈkɒŋ.kɔː.dæt/

concordat

協定

Meaning

An agreement or treaty, especially between the Vatican and a secular government.

Example

The concordat established the rights of the church within the country.

そのコンコルダットは国における教会の権利を確立した。

C2 adjective ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.prəˈtek.tɪv

neuroprotective

神経保護

Meaning

Having the ability to protect nerve cells from damage, degeneration, or impaired function.

Example

Omega-3 fatty acids have neuroprotective benefits.

オメガ-3脂肪酸は神経保護効果があります。

C1 noun /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsəns/

reminiscence

回想

Meaning

a story or memory about past events

Example

He shared a reminiscence of his childhood days in the village.

彼は村での子供時代の思い出を語った。

C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrʃieri/

tertiary

Meaning

third in order, rank, or level

Example

He is pursuing his tertiary education at the university.

C1 noun /vʌlˈɡær.ɪ.ti/

Vulgarity

下品さ

Meaning

the quality of being rude, offensive, or indecent; lack of sophistication or good taste

Example

The comedian's jokes were criticized for their vulgarity.

そのコメディアンのジョークは、彼らの下品さのために批判された。

A2 noun /ˈkɒm.ent/

comment

Meaning

a verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction

Example

She posted a kind comment on my photo.

彼女は私の写真に優しいコメントを投稿しました。

C1 noun /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdər/

Gunpowder

火薬

Meaning

explosive powder used in guns and fireworks

Example

Gunpowder was invented in ancient China.

火薬は古代中国で発明されました。

C1 adjective /ˈdesələt/

Desolate

荒涼; 孤独; 不毛

Meaning

deserted; lonely; barren

Example

The abandoned village looked desolate and empty.

放棄された村は荒涼として空っぽに見えた。

C1 adjective/verb /ˈprɒstreɪt/

prostrate

倒れる

Meaning

lying stretched out on the ground with one's face downward, often as a sign of submission or exhaustion

Example

He lay prostrate on the ground after the long battle.

長い戦いの後、彼は地面に倒れて横たわった。

C1 noun rɪˈdʌndənsi

redundancy

冗長性、過剰

Meaning

The state of being not or no longer needed or useful; superfluousness.

Example

The redundancy in the company's workforce led to many layoffs.

会社の労働力の冗長性は多くの解雇を引き起こしました。

B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

驚かせる

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

そのマジシャンの最後のトリックは観客全員を驚かせた。

C2 noun /ˈlɒkətɪv/

locative

ロカティブ

Meaning

a grammatical case indicating location or place

Example

In Latin, the locative case is used to indicate location.

ラテン語では、ロカティブ格は場所を示すために使用されます。

B1 adjective /ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/

Loving

愛情深い; 世話好きな; 愛と温かさを示す

Meaning

affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth

Example

She is a loving mother who cares deeply for her children.

彼女は子供たちを深く思いやる愛情深い母親です。

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈmaɪn/

undermine

弱める

Meaning

to gradually weaken or damage something or someone

Example

Constant criticism can undermine a child's confidence.

継続的な批判は子どもの自信を弱める可能性があります。

C1 adjective /ˈpɪər.ləs/

Peerless

比類のない; 無敵の; ライバルなし

Meaning

unequaled; having no match or equal; without rival

Example

Her peerless beauty captivated everyone.

彼女の比類のない美しさはすべてを魅了しました。

C2 verb /kəˈlʌmnieɪt/

calumniate

中傷する

Meaning

To make false and damaging statements about someone; to slander.

Example

He was furious when he realized they had calumniated his reputation.

彼は、彼らが彼の評判を中傷したことに気づいたとき、怒っていました。

B2 verb /rɪˈzɜːv/

reserve

予約する

Meaning

to keep something for future use; to book in advance

Example

I want to reserve a table for dinner.

ディナーのためにテーブルを予約したいです。

C1 adjective /ˈɑp.ər.ə.tɪv/

Operative

作動中の; 効力を持つ; 仕事をしている; 操作可能な;

Meaning

Functioning; in effect; working; active;

Example

The new safety protocols became operative immediately after the accident.

新しい安全プロトコルは事故後すぐに作動しました。

B2 verb dɪˈtɪəriəreɪt

deteriorate

悪化する

Meaning

To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.

Example

Unplanned growth can deteriorate living conditions.

計画外の成長は生活環境を悪化させる可能性があります。

C1 noun əˈtrɒs.ɪ.tiz

atrocities

残虐行為

Meaning

Extremely wicked or cruel acts, typically involving physical violence or injury.

Example

The atrocities shocked the international community.

その残虐行為は国際社会を震撼させた。

C2 noun /ɪmp/

imp

小さないたずら好きな悪魔

Meaning

a small mischievous devil or sprite; a playful troublemaker

Example

The child was acting like a little imp, hiding his toys everywhere.

その子供は小さなインプのように振る舞い、どこにでもおもちゃを隠していました。

C1 verb /ˈheɪsən/

hasten

急ぐ

Meaning

To move or act quickly; to cause something to happen sooner.

Example

He hastened to finish his work before the deadline.

彼は締め切り前に仕事を終わらせるために急いだ。

C1 noun kəˈmjunəl ˈhɑrməni

communal harmony

地域の調和

Meaning

Peaceful coexistence and cooperation among different groups in a community.

Example

Maintaining communal harmony requires mutual respect and understanding.

地域の調和を維持するには、相互の尊重と理解が必要です。

C2 adjective /ˈθrɛdˌbɛr/

threadbare

過度な使用で薄くて擦り切れた

Meaning

Worn out and thin from too much use; shabby.

Example

His threadbare coat could not keep him warm in winter.

彼の擦り切れたコートは冬に彼を温かく保つことができませんでした。

B2 noun /ˈbærəl/

barrel

大樽

Meaning

a large cylindrical container used to hold liquids

Example

The wine was stored in a wooden barrel.

ワインは木製の大樽に保管されていた。

A2 noun /bæˈleɪ/

ballet

バレエ

Meaning

a highly stylized and artistic form of dance

Example

She has trained for years in classical ballet.

彼女は何年もクラシックバレエを練習してきました。

C1 verb /əbˈstrʌkt/

obstruct

妨げる

Meaning

to block or hinder progress; to prevent or impede movement

Example

The fallen tree obstructed the road for several hours.

倒れた木が数時間道路をふさぎました。

B2 verb /ˈwɪɡəl/

wiggle

揺れる, 動かす

Meaning

To move or cause to move with small rapid movements from side to side.

Example

The baby wiggled happily in her mother's arms.

赤ちゃんは母親の腕の中で幸せそうに揺れていました。

C1 noun /wedʒ/

Wedge

くさび; ける; 割る

Meaning

a triangular piece of wood or metal used for splitting or securing; a piece of cheese or cake

Example

He used a wooden wedge to split the log into smaller pieces.

彼は木のくさびを使って丸太を小さな部分に割りました。

B2 verb /blɛnd/

blend

混ぜる

Meaning

to mix things together smoothly; to combine harmoniously

Example

She blends the ingredients carefully.

彼女は慎重に材料を混ぜます。

A2 noun /ˈmɛnjuː/

goodness

善良

Meaning

the quality of being morally good or virtuous

Example

Her goodness was evident in the way she treated others.

彼女の善良さは、他の人々に対する接し方に明らかに現れていました。

C1 noun /ˌædəˈreɪʃən/

adoration

崇拝 / 深い愛

Meaning

deep love and respect; worship

Example

The fans showed their adoration for the singer.

ファンは歌手に対して自分の愛情を示した。

C2 noun /əˈpɒfəsɪs/

apophasis

Meaning

A rhetorical device where the speaker brings up a subject by denying it or pretending to pass over it.

Example

The politician used apophasis by saying, 'I won’t even mention my opponent’s scandals.'

B1 noun /ˈɡaɪ.dəns/

Guidance

指導; リーダーシップ; アドバイス

Meaning

advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty; leadership or direction

Example

The teacher provided valuable guidance to help students choose their career paths.

先生は学生が自分のキャリアの道を選ぶために貴重な指導を提供しました。

C1 adjective /pəˈdæntɪk/

pedantic

細かい詳細や規則に過度にこだわる

Meaning

Excessively concerned with minor details or rules; overly academic or bookish.

Example

Her pedantic explanations made the lecture dull.

彼女のペダンティックな説明は講義を退屈にした。

C2 noun /ɪˈmɒljʊmənt/

emolument

給料

Meaning

payment for work or services; salary or fees

Example

The professor received his annual emolument from the university.

教授は大学から年俸を受け取った。