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C1 adjective /kræs/

crass

無神経な、感受性や洗練さが欠けている
Meaning
lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence
Example
His crass remarks offended everyone at the meeting.
彼の無神経な発言は会議で全員を怒らせました。
B1 noun /baɪˈɒlədʒi/

biology

生物学
Meaning
The scientific study of living organisms.
Example
Biology explains how plants and animals function.
生物学は植物や動物がどのように機能するかを説明します。
B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

マラリア
Meaning
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
Example
Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.
マラリアは熱帯地域で一般的な病気です。
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

受動的; (文法) 受動態
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
会議では責任を取る代わりに、彼は受動的なままでした。
B1 noun /ˈlɪm.ɪt/

Limit

制限; 限界
Meaning
a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass; the greatest amount allowed
Example
There is a speed limit on this road.
この道には速度制限があります。
C1 noun /ˈbenɪˌfæktər/

Benefactor

恩人; 支援者; 寄付者
Meaning
a person who gives money or other help to support a person or cause; a patron
Example
The anonymous benefactor donated millions to the hospital.
匿名の寄付者は病院に何百万も寄付しました。
C1 noun /ˈpæd.ək/

paddock

馬やその他の動物のための囲い場
Meaning
a small enclosed field where horses or other animals are kept
Example
The horses were grazing in the paddock.
馬たちはパドックで草を食べていた。
A2 adjective, noun /dɛd/

dead

死んだ
Meaning
No longer alive; the end of life.
Example
The old tree is completely dead.
その古い木は完全に死んでいる。
B1 noun /ˈhɔːlweɪ/

hallway

廊下
Meaning
a corridor in a building that connects rooms
Example
The kids left their shoes in the hallway.
子供たちは靴を廊下に置いていった。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

郊外
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a town or city
Example
They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.
彼らは街の郊外に新しい工場を建てました。
B2 noun /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/

Moisture

湿気
Meaning
water or dampness that exists in small amounts in the air or on a surface
Example
The skin cream helps retain moisture.
スキンクリームは湿気を保持するのに役立ちます。
C2 verb /pɑːrtʃ/

parch

乾かす
Meaning
to make something extremely dry, especially by exposure to heat
Example
The scorching sun began to parch the fields.
焼けつくような太陽が畑を乾かし始めました。
C1 noun /ɪnˈtaɪtəlmənt/

entitlement

権利
Meaning
the belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment; a right to benefits
Example
The program provides entitlement to health care.
このプログラムは医療サービスの権利を提供します。
C1 adjective /səkˈsɪŋkt/

succinct

簡潔
Meaning
Briefly and clearly expressed; characterized by clear, precise expression in few words.
Example
His speech was succinct and impactful.
彼のスピーチは簡潔で印象的でした。
C1 adjective /ˌpæθəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/

pathological

病理的, 病的
Meaning
Relating to disease; extreme or obsessive in a way that is abnormal.
Example
He has a pathological fear of failure.
彼は失敗に対して病理的な恐怖を抱えている。
A2 adverb /ˌdaʊnˈsteəz/

Downstairs

階下
Meaning
on or to a lower floor of a building
Example
Please go downstairs and wait in the lobby.
階下に行ってロビーで待ってください。
B2 noun /ˈvɛtərən/

veteran

経験豊富な人 / 退役軍人
Meaning
a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces
Example
He is a veteran of the software industry.
彼はソフトウェア業界のベテランです。
B2 verb /ɜːrdʒ/

urge

促す
Meaning
to strongly encourage or try to persuade someone to do something
Example
Doctors urge patients to exercise regularly.
医者は患者に定期的に運動するように促します。
C1 adjective /ˈspɛktrəl/

spectral

幽霊のような
Meaning
Relating to a ghost or specter; ghostly. Also relating to a spectrum.
Example
The old mansion had a spectral atmosphere at night.
古い館には夜、幽霊のような雰囲気が漂っていた。
C2 noun /ˈmɪn.i.ən/

minion

手先
Meaning
A follower or underling of a powerful person, especially a servile one.
Example
The dictator was surrounded by loyal minions who carried out his orders.
独裁者は忠実な手先に囲まれていて、彼の命令を実行していた。
B1 verb /ˈpʌblɪʃ/

publish

出版する
Meaning
to print and distribute books, magazines, etc.; to make information available
Example
The author will publish her new novel next month.
著者は来月新しい小説を出版します。
C1 noun, verb /ˈliːvər/ or /ˈlɛvər/

lever

てこの原理, かたくなな棒
Meaning
a rigid bar used to move or lift heavy objects; to move something using leverage.
Example
He used a lever to lift the heavy stone.
彼は重い石を持ち上げるためにレバーを使いました。
A2 verb /noʊt/

note

ノートする
Meaning
to write down or observe something; to pay attention to
Example
Please note the important points during the lecture.
講義中に重要な点をノートしてください。
C1 verb /dɪˈspɛl/

dispel

解消する
Meaning
to make a doubt, feeling, or belief disappear
Example
The teacher's explanation dispelled the students' confusion.
先生の説明は学生たちの混乱を解消しました。
A1 verb /fərˈɡet/

forget

忘れる
Meaning
to be unable to remember something; to fail to bring something to mind
Example
Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.
出かけるときはドアを閉め忘れないでください。
A2 adverb /ˈev.ri.weər/

Everywhere

どこでも
Meaning
in all places; wherever you go
Example
The internet allows us to connect with people everywhere.
インターネットは、どこでも人々とつながることを可能にします。
A2 noun /teɪp/

tape

テープ
Meaning
a long, narrow strip of material, often sticky on one side, used for fastening or sticking things together
Example
I need some tape to seal this box.
この箱を封をするためにテープが必要です。
B1 noun /ˈpælɪs/

palace

宮殿
Meaning
a large and impressive building that is the official home of a king, queen, or other ruler
Example
The royal family lives in a magnificent palace.
王室は素晴らしい宮殿に住んでいます。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌstʌdi/

understudy

アンダースタディ
Meaning
An actor who learns another's role to act as a replacement if needed.
Example
The understudy performed when the lead actor fell ill.
主役の俳優が病気になったとき、アンダースタディが演じました。
C2 noun /ˈvaɪsrɔɪ/

viceroy

副王
Meaning
a ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign in a colony or province
Example
The viceroy governed the colony in the king's name.
バイセロイは王の名のもとに植民地を統治しました。
A2 verb /ʃeɪk/

shake

揺れる
Meaning
to move quickly back and forth; to tremble
Example
The earthquake made the building shake.
地震で建物が揺れた。
C1 noun /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪks/

linguistics

言語学
Meaning
The scientific study of language and its structure.
Example
She decided to major in linguistics at university.
彼女は大学で言語学を専攻することに決めました。
C1 adjective /kənˈkluː.sɪv/

Conclusive

決定的な; 最終的な; 問題を完全に解決する
Meaning
final; decisive; settling a matter completely
Example
The evidence was conclusive and left no room for doubt.
その証拠は決定的であり、疑う余地を残さなかった。
C2 verb /kəˈnoʊt/

connote

示唆する
Meaning
To suggest or imply an additional meaning beyond the literal one.
Example
The word 'youthful' connotes energy and vitality.
「若々しい」という言葉はエネルギーと活力を示唆します。
B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

競争力
Meaning
The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.
Example
Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.
競争力は経済的持続可能性にとって重要です。
C2 adjective əˈsɪd.ju.əs

assiduous

勤勉な、熱心な
Meaning
Showing great care and perseverance; diligent and hardworking.
Example
His assiduous efforts led to a successful career.
彼の勤勉な努力は成功したキャリアにつながった。
C2 noun /rɪˈpʌɡ.nəns/

repugnance

嫌悪
Meaning
intense disgust or strong aversion towards something
Example
She felt deep repugnance at the cruelty of the act.
彼女はその行為の残酷さに深い嫌悪を感じた。
B2 noun /ˈræp.ər/

Wrapper

包み
Meaning
a loose garment worn around the body; covering material
Example
She put on a warm wrapper before going outside.
彼女は外出前に温かいラッパーを着ました。
B2 noun /frɒk/

Frock

ワンピース
Meaning
a dress, especially a simple or casual one for women or children
Example
The little girl wore a pink frock to her birthday party.
小さな女の子は誕生日パーティーにピンクのワンピースを着て行きました。
C2 adjective /ˌɪn.ɪˈlʌk.tə.bəl/

ineluctable

Meaning
Impossible to avoid or escape; inevitable.
Example
Death is an ineluctable part of human existence.
C1 noun /moʊˈzeɪɪk/

mosaic

Meaning
A picture or pattern produced by arranging together small pieces of stone, tile, or glass.
Example
The church ceiling was decorated with a beautiful mosaic.
C2 adjective /kɔːrˈpɔːriəl/

corporeal

肉体的, 物質的
Meaning
relating to the physical body; material or tangible
Example
Ghosts are often described as having no corporeal form.
幽霊はしばしば肉体的な形がないと説明されます。
C2 noun /ˈʃɪbəˌlɛθ/

shibboleth

特定のグループを識別するための表現や信念
Meaning
A custom, phrase, or belief distinguishing a particular group of people, often used to identify outsiders.
Example
The phrase became a political shibboleth during the campaign.
そのフレーズはキャンペーン中に政治的なシボレスとなった。
C1 adjective /ˈliː.ni.ənt/

Lenient

寛大な; 優しい; 情け深い; 処罰や判断に厳しくない
Meaning
tolerant; forgiving; merciful; not strict in punishment or judgment
Example
The teacher was lenient with students who submitted their homework late.
教師は宿題を遅れて提出した生徒に寛大でした。
C2 adjective /pərˈspɪkjuəs/

perspicuous

明確
Meaning
Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid.
Example
The teacher gave a perspicuous explanation of the theory.
先生は理論について明確な説明をしました。
C2 verb /məˈlɪŋɡər/

malinger

病気を装う
Meaning
to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work
Example
He tried to malinger to avoid going to school.
彼は学校に行くのを避けるためにマリンジャーしようとした。
C1 noun /kwɔːrˈtɛt/

quartet

カルテット
Meaning
A group of four people playing music or singing together.
Example
The string quartet performed beautifully at the concert.
弦楽四重奏団はコンサートで素晴らしい演奏をしました。
C2 noun /lɒŋ ˈwɪskəd ˈkætfɪʃ/

Long whiskered catfish

ナマズ
Meaning
A type of freshwater fish with long whisker-like barbels around its mouth
Example
The fisherman caught a long whiskered catfish in the river.
漁師は川で長いひげのナマズを捕まえた。
C2 noun /ˈsteɪsɪs/ or /ˈstæsɪs/

stasis

停滞
Meaning
A state of inactivity or equilibrium; a situation where nothing changes.
Example
The negotiations reached a state of stasis with no progress made.
交渉は停滞状態に達し、進展はありませんでした。
B1 noun ˈsaɪləns

silence

静けさ
Meaning
Complete absence of sound; quietness.
Example
Silence filled the air near the graves.
墓の近くの空気は静けさで満ちていた。
C1 verb /ˈhɪpnətaɪz/

hypnotize

催眠術をかける
Meaning
to put someone into a state of hypnosis; to influence someone's mind deeply
Example
The magician tried to hypnotize the audience.
マジシャンは観客をヒプノタイズしようとした。
C1 noun /naɪˈiːvɪti/

naivety

無邪気
Meaning
The quality of being innocent, simple, and lacking experience or sophistication.
Example
Her naivety made her trust people too easily.
彼女の無邪気は、彼女が人々をあまりにも簡単に信頼させました。
C1 noun /ˈstaɪpend/

Stipend

奨学金
Meaning
a fixed regular sum paid as a salary or allowance
Example
The research student receives a monthly stipend for living expenses.
研究学生は生活費のために毎月奨学金を受け取ります。
B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

社説
Meaning
A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.
Example
The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.
新聞は政府の政策を批判する社説を発表しました。
A1 noun /kiː/

Key

鍵
Meaning
a small piece of shaped metal used to operate a lock; something that provides a means of access
Example
She lost her house key and couldn't get inside until the locksmith arrived.
彼女は家の鍵を失くして、鍵屋が来るまで中に入れませんでした。
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。
B2 noun /ˈfrɛʃnəs/

freshness

新鮮さ
Meaning
The quality of being new, clean, and full of energy.
Example
The freshness of the morning air made everyone feel alive.
朝の新鮮な空気で、みんなが生き生きと感じました。
C1 adjective /ˈmɔːrn.fəl/

mournful

悲しい
Meaning
feeling, expressing, or causing sadness or grief
Example
The mournful song reminded her of lost loved ones.
悲しい歌は彼女に失った愛する人々を思い出させました。
C2 adjective /ˈvoʊlənt/

volant

飛べる
Meaning
able to fly or moving swiftly
Example
The volant bird soared gracefully across the sky.
その飛べる鳥は空を優雅に飛んでいました。
A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.ni/

Tiny

とても小さい; 小さな
Meaning
extremely small in size or amount
Example
The baby bird was tiny and helpless.
その小さな鳥はとても小さくて無力でした。
B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

料理
Meaning
A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.
Example
Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.
イタリア料理は世界中で有名です。
C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

外向的な人
Meaning
a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people
Example
As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.
外向的な人として、彼女は社交的なイベントで新しい人々と出会うのが好きです。
B1 adjective /ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

satisfied

満足
Meaning
Pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.
Example
He felt satisfied after finishing his project.
彼はプロジェクトを終えた後、満足していると感じた。
B1 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

metal

金属
Meaning
A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and conductive, such as iron, gold, or aluminum.
Example
The ring was made of precious metal.
その指輪は貴金属でできていました。
C1 noun /ˈjuːnɪsən/

unison

ユニゾン
Meaning
Simultaneous performance or utterance of action or speech.
Example
The choir sang in unison.
合唱団はユニゾンで歌いました。
C1 adjective /ˈɜːrθ.li/

Earthly

地上的; 世俗的; 物質的
Meaning
relating to the earth or human life; worldly; material rather than spiritual
Example
He focused on earthly pleasures rather than spiritual growth.
彼は精神的成長よりも地上的な楽しみに集中した。
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrʃieri/

tertiary

Meaning
third in order, rank, or level
Example
He is pursuing his tertiary education at the university.
B2 verb /ˈhezɪteɪt/

hesitate

ためらう
Meaning
to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do
Example
Don't hesitate to ask for help.
助けを求めることを躊躇しないでください。
C2 verb /ˌweɪˈleɪ/

waylay

突然立ち止まる / 攻撃する
Meaning
to stop or interrupt someone unexpectedly, often to attack or detain them
Example
He was waylaid by reporters as he left the courthouse.
彼は裁判所を出るとき、記者に道を遮られた。
B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

正確さ; 精度
Meaning
the quality of being correct or precise; exactness
Example
The accuracy of the measurements is very important.
測定の正確さは非常に重要です。
B1 noun /mæsk/

Mask

マスク
Meaning
covering for the face or head; disguise or protection
Example
She wore a mask to protect herself from dust.
彼女はほこりから自分を守るためにマスクをしていました。
C2 noun /ˈfoʊ.nə.ɡræm/

phonogram

音声記号
Meaning
a written symbol representing a speech sound
Example
The teacher showed how each phonogram represents a particular sound.
教師は、各フォノグラムが特定の音を表す方法を示しました。
C1 noun /ˈtændʒənt/

tangent

Meaning
a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point but does not cross it
Example
The teacher drew a tangent to the circle on the board.
B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

ペンネーム
Meaning
a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym
Example
Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.
マーク・トウェインはサミュエル・クレメンズのペンネームでした。
B1 noun/adjective /ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛntri/

documentary

ドキュメンタリー映画
Meaning
A film or television program that provides a factual record or report.
Example
We watched a documentary about climate change.
私たちは気候変動についてのドキュメンタリー映画を見ました。
B2 noun /ˈlaɪnˌʌp/

lineup

ラインアップ
Meaning
a group of people or things arranged in a sequence
Example
The event featured a star-studded lineup of musicians.
そのイベントは、スターが揃ったラインアップのミュージシャンを特集していました。
C1 verb /ˈruː.mɪ.neɪt/

ruminate

思索する, 反芻する
Meaning
to think deeply about something; to chew cud (for animals)
Example
She sat alone to ruminate on her decision.
彼女は自分の決断について一人で思索していた。
C1 noun ˈmetəl kənˌtæməˈneɪʃən

metal contamination

金属汚染
Meaning
The presence of toxic metals in the environment that pose health and environmental risks.
Example
Metal contamination poses severe health risks.
金属汚染は健康に深刻なリスクをもたらす。
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

変更する
Meaning
to change or alter something; to make partial changes
Example
We need to modify the plan to include more details.
計画を変更して、詳細を追加する必要があります。
C1 noun dɪˌzɝː.t̬ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

desertification

砂漠化
Meaning
The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.
Example
Deforestation accelerates desertification.
森林伐採は砂漠化を加速させます。
B2 noun /rʌst/

Rust

錆
Meaning
reddish-brown coating formed on iron or steel by oxidation; corrosion
Example
The old car was covered in rust after years of neglect.
古い車は何年も放置されていた後、サビで覆われていました。
A2 noun /əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/

Appointment

約束; 任命;
Meaning
an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place; the action of appointing someone to a job or position
Example
I have a doctor's appointment at 3 PM.
午後3時に医者のアポイントメントがあります。
B2 noun /ˈen.ə.dʒi sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

energy security

エネルギーの安全保障
Meaning
The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.
Example
Energy security ensures consistent supply.
エネルギーセキュリティは一貫した供給を確保します。
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。
B2 phrase ˈɡləʊ.bəl ˌkəʊ.ɒp.əˈreɪ.ʃən

global cooperation

グローバル協力
Meaning
International collaboration and working together across countries to address common challenges and goals.
Example
Global cooperation is essential to address climate challenges.
グローバル協力は気候問題に対処するために不可欠です。
C2 verb /ˈwɪn.oʊ/

winnow

選別する；もみ殻から穀物を分ける
Meaning
to remove the less desirable parts from a group; originally, to separate grain from chaff by blowing air
Example
The committee will winnow the list of applicants to ten finalists.
委員会は応募者のリストを10人のファイナリストに絞り込む予定です。
C2 adjective /ˌeθ.noʊˈsen.trɪk/

ethnocentric

エスノセントリック
Meaning
evaluating other cultures according to the standards of one's own culture
Example
His ethnocentric attitude made it hard for him to appreciate foreign traditions.
彼のエスノセントリックな態度は、外国の伝統を評価するのを難しくしました。
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。
A2 noun /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/

Luggage

荷物
Meaning
suitcases or other bags in which to pack personal belongings for traveling
Example
Please check your luggage at the airport counter.
空港のカウンターで荷物をチェックしてください。
C1 adjective /rɪˈflek.sɪv/

Reflexive

反射的; 内省的
Meaning
directed back on itself; showing deep thought about oneself
Example
She became more reflexive about her behavior after the feedback.
フィードバックの後、彼女は自分の行動についてもっと反省的になりました。
B2 adjective /ˈwɪk.ɪd/

Wicked

邪悪な; 悪党の;
Meaning
evil or morally wrong; intended to or capable of harming someone or something
Example
The wicked queen cast a spell on the princess.
邪悪な女王が王女に呪文をかけた。
C1 noun ˌɪrɪˈvɜːrsəbl ˈdæmɪdʒ

irreversible damage

取り返しのつかない損害
Meaning
Harm or injury that cannot be undone or repaired.
Example
Climate change causes irreversible damage to ecosystems.
気候変動は生態系に取り返しのつかない損害を与えます。
C2 adverb /ɪnˈdjuːbɪtəbli/

indubitably

疑いなく
Meaning
Without a doubt; certainly.
Example
She is indubitably the best candidate for the job.
彼女は疑いなくその仕事の最良の候補者です。
C1 adjective ˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

synchronous

同期
Meaning
Existing or occurring at the same time.
Example
Synchronous learning involves live online classes.
同期学習にはライブオンラインクラスが含まれています。
C2 verb /rɪˈvaɪl/

revile

非難する
Meaning
to criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner
Example
The politician was reviled by the public for his corruption.
その政治家は腐敗のために公衆から非難されました。
B2 adjective /fɪərs/

Fierce

激しい; 攻撃的; 強い感情や決意を示す
Meaning
violent; aggressive; showing strong feeling or determination
Example
The fierce storm destroyed many houses in the village.
激しい嵐が村の多くの家を壊しました。
C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tə.nəns/

countenance

顔つき、表情; 支援
Meaning
a person's face or expression; support or approval
Example
Her cheerful countenance brightened the room.
彼女の明るい顔つきが部屋を明るくした。
B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

ゴキブリ
Meaning
a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places
Example
A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.
ゴキブリが台所の床を素早く走った。
C2 verb, adjective /ˈstraɪeɪt/

striate

縞模様にする
Meaning
to mark with stripes or grooves; striped or streaked in appearance
Example
The rock surface was striated by glacial movement.
氷河の動きによって岩石の表面に縞模様ができました。
C2 noun /ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

signification

意味
Meaning
the meaning or sense conveyed by a word, action, or symbol
Example
The signification of the gesture was misunderstood.
そのジェスチャーの意味は誤解されていました。
B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

議会の
Meaning
relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority
Example
The country follows a parliamentary form of government.
その国は議会制の政府を採用している。
C1 noun ˌnæʃ.ən.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

nationalization

国有化
Meaning
The process of a government taking control of private property or industry.
Example
The nationalization of banks was aimed at stabilizing the economy.
銀行の国有化は経済の安定を目指して行われました。
C1 verb /dɪˈfrɔːd/

defraud

詐欺
Meaning
to illegally take money or valuables from someone by deception
Example
The company was accused of trying to defraud investors.
その会社は投資家をだまそうとしたとして告発されました。
B1 adjective /ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

Energetic

エネルギッシュな; 活発な; エネルギーに満ちた
Meaning
having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy
Example
She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities.
彼女は非常にエネルギッシュで、アウトドア活動が大好きです。
C1 verb/adjective /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

degenerate

堕落する
Meaning
To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.
Example
The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos.
かつて繁栄していた帝国は混沌に堕ち始めました。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌbreɪkɪŋ/

Heartbreaking

胸が痛むような; 心を打つ; 哀れな
Meaning
causing overwhelming distress; very sad or disappointing
Example
The documentary showed heartbreaking scenes of children in poverty.
ドキュメンタリーは貧困の中の子供たちの胸が痛むようなシーンを見せました。
B2 verb rɪˈzaɪn

resign

辞任する
Meaning
Voluntarily leave a job or other position.
Example
Ministers were forced to resign.
大臣たちは辞任を余儀なくされました。
B2 adjective /veɪɡ/

Vague

あいまい; 不確か
Meaning
unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed
Example
His explanation was too vague for me to understand.
彼の説明は私にはあまりにもあいまいで、理解できませんでした。
B2 verb /riːp/

reap

収穫する
Meaning
to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions
Example
Farmers reap wheat in the late summer.
農家は晩夏に小麦を収穫します。
C1 noun /ʌnˈfeɪθfʊlnəs/

unfaithfulness

不貞
Meaning
the quality of being disloyal or not faithful; breach of trust or fidelity
Example
His unfaithfulness led to the end of their marriage.
彼の不貞は結婚の終わりをもたらした。
B1 verb /səˈraʊnd/

surround

囲む
Meaning
To be all around someone or something.
Example
Mountains surround the small village.
山々が小さな村を囲んでいます。
B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

オークション
Meaning
a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder
Example
The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.
アンティーク家具は先週末のオークションで売られました。
C2 adjective /pəˈnjʊəriəs/

penurious

極度に貧しい
Meaning
extremely poor; poverty-stricken; miserly
Example
The penurious family struggled to buy food.
その極度に貧しい家族は食べ物を買うのに苦しんでいました。
B2 adjective /mɪˈsteɪkən/

mistaken

間違った
Meaning
wrong or incorrect because of an error in judgment or understanding
Example
I was mistaken about the meeting time.
私は会議の時間を間違えていました。
C1 adjective ˈser.ɪ.brəl

cerebral

大脳の
Meaning
Of the cerebrum of the brain.
Example
Cerebral functions regulate thoughts.
大脳機能は思考を調整します。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪviə/

trivia

雑学
Meaning
Details or information that are considered unimportant or of little value.
Example
The quiz was filled with fun trivia about movies and music.
クイズは映画や音楽に関する楽しい雑学で満たされていました。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

imposing

威圧的な
Meaning
having an appearance that is grand, impressive, or commanding
Example
The castle is an imposing structure overlooking the valley.
その城は谷を見下ろす威圧的な構造です。
C1 noun /ɡrəˈtjuːɪti/

gratuity

チップ
Meaning
A sum of money given as a tip or a retirement benefit.
Example
The waiter received a generous gratuity for his excellent service.
ウェイターは素晴らしいサービスのために寛大なチップを受け取った。
C1 noun /ˈpleɪˌraɪt/

playwright

劇作家
Meaning
a person who writes plays
Example
Shakespeare is considered the greatest playwright of all time.
シェイクスピアはすべての時代で最も偉大な劇作家と見なされています。
C1 noun /ˈprɛsɪdəns/ or /prɪˈsiːdəns/

precedence

優先
Meaning
the condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority
Example
Safety takes precedence over speed in this factory.
この工場では、安全が速度より優先されます。
A2 noun /ˈbʌtərflaɪ/

butterfly

蝶々
Meaning
an insect with large, often brightly colored wings that flies during the day
Example
A beautiful butterfly landed on the flower.
美しい蝶々が花の上に止まった。