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C1 noun /ˈderˌdevəl/

daredevil

危険を冒す人
Meaning
A person who enjoys doing dangerous or risky things.
Example
The stunt was performed by a famous daredevil.
そのスタントは有名なデアデビルによって行われました。
A2 verb /ˈsetəl/

settle

定住する
Meaning
to resolve; to establish residence; to calm down
Example
They decided to settle in a quiet village.
彼らは静かな村に定住することに決めました。
C1 adjective /ˈɛərˌtaɪt/

airtight

気密の
Meaning
Completely sealed so that no air can get in or out.
Example
Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
クッキーは新鮮さを保つために気密容器に保管してください。
C2 noun /ˈɛpəʊd/

epode

抒情詩の一形式
Meaning
A form of lyric poem written in couplets, often following a strophe and antistrophe in classical Greek poetry.
Example
The poet concluded his ode with a striking epode.
詩人は印象的なエポードでオードを締めくくった。
B1 noun /priːst/

priest

神父
Meaning
a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies
Example
The priest blessed the congregation during the Sunday service.
神父は日曜日の礼拝中に会衆に祝福を与えました。
C2 adjective /əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/

anachronistic

時代錯誤の
Meaning
belonging to a period other than that being portrayed; old-fashioned or outdated
Example
His views on gender roles are considered anachronistic.
彼の性別役割に関する見解は時代遅れと見なされている。
B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

常緑
Meaning
Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.
Example
Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.
松やモミの木のような常緑樹は一年中緑を保ちます。
B1 noun /kənˈvɛnʃən/

convention

コンベンション
Meaning
a widely accepted way of behaving or doing something; a formal meeting
Example
The annual writers' convention was held in Dhaka.
作家の年次コンベンションはダッカで開催されました。
C1 verb /dɪˈpriːʃieɪt/

depreciate

価値が下がる
Meaning
to reduce in value over time
Example
Cars tend to depreciate quickly in their first few years.
車は最初の数年間で急速に価値が下がる傾向があります。
A2 noun /ˈɛər.laɪn/

airline

航空会社
Meaning
A company that provides regular flights for passengers and goods.
Example
The airline announced a discount on international tickets.
その航空会社は国際線チケットの割引を発表しました。
C2 noun /ˌmɑːhəˈrɑːdʒə/

maharaja

マハラジャ
Meaning
A great king, especially a ruler of one of the principal states in India.
Example
The maharaja lived in a grand palace surrounded by gardens.
マハラジャは庭園に囲まれた豪華な宮殿に住んでいました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɜːrdʒənt/

resurgent

復活した
Meaning
Becoming strong, active, or popular again.
Example
The resurgent economy gave hope to many businesses.
復活した経済は多くのビジネスに希望を与えた。
C2 adjective /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

symphonious

Meaning
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
Example
The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.
B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

被告
Meaning
a person who has been charged with a crime
Example
The accused pleaded not guilty in court.
被告人は法廷で無罪を主張しました。
C2 adjective /ˈdʒɒkənd/

jocund

陽気な
Meaning
cheerful and lighthearted
Example
They walked together in a jocund mood after the celebration.
彼らは祝賀会の後、陽気な気分で一緒に歩いていた。
B1 noun /ˈmɛdəl/

medal

メダル
Meaning
a piece of metal given as an award for achievement
Example
She won a gold medal in the 100-meter race.
彼女は100メートル競走で金メダルを獲得しました。
B2 adjective /væst/

Vast

広大な; 巨大な; 広がる
Meaning
extremely large in size, amount, or extent; immense
Example
The vast ocean stretched endlessly to the horizon.
広大な海は地平線まで広がっていた。
A1 noun /miːt/

Meat

肉
Meaning
animal flesh used as food
Example
We bought fresh meat from the butcher shop.
私たちは肉屋から新鮮な肉を買いました。
B1 noun /mɑːsks/

masks

マスク
Meaning
Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.
Example
Masks can protect against polluted air.
マスクは汚染された空気から守ることができます。
B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/

Unexpected

予想外の; 驚くべき
Meaning
not expected or anticipated; surprising
Example
The unexpected news left everyone speechless.
予想外のニュースは、皆を言葉を失わせた。
B1 noun /ˈproʊtiːn/

protein

Meaning
a molecule composed of amino acids essential for bodily functions
Example
Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
A2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌpeɪpər/

newspaper

新聞
Meaning
a printed publication (usually daily or weekly) containing news, articles, advertisements, and correspondence
Example
I read the newspaper every morning.
私は毎朝新聞を読みます。
A1 verb /riːd/

read

読む
Meaning
to look at written words and understand their meaning
Example
I read books before going to bed.
私は寝る前に本を読みます。
C2 verb /ɪnˈkæmp/

encamp

キャンプをする
Meaning
to set up or establish a camp
Example
The soldiers encamped near the river for the night.
兵士たちは夜のために川の近くでキャンプしました。
A1 verb /kʌm/

come

来る
Meaning
to move toward a place; to arrive at a place
Example
Please come to my birthday party.
私の誕生日パーティーに来てください。
C2 adjective /ˈɒpjʊlənt/

opulent

豪華な
Meaning
Ostentatiously rich, luxurious, or lavish.
Example
They hosted an opulent wedding with gold decorations.
彼らは金色の装飾を施した豪華な結婚式を開催しました。
B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

達成可能な
Meaning
Able to be brought about or reached successfully.
Example
Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.
達成可能なステップから始めて、モチベーションを保ちましょう。
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 /vɜːrs/

verse

詩句
Meaning
A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.
Example
She wrote a beautiful verse for the wedding ceremony.
彼女は結婚式のために美しい詩句を書きました。
B1 adjective /ˈmɑːrvələs/

Marvellous

素晴らしい; 驚くべき; 素晴らしい
Meaning
extremely good; wonderful; causing great wonder
Example
The view from the mountain was marvellous.
山からの景色は素晴らしかった。
C1 verb /ʃɜːrk/

shirk

避ける
Meaning
to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility
Example
He always tries to shirk his responsibilities at work.
彼は仕事で責任を避けようといつも試みます。
B1 noun /ˈlɔː.jər/

Lawyer

弁護士
Meaning
a person who practices or studies law; an attorney or a counselor
Example
She hired a lawyer to handle her case.
彼女は自分の案件を処理するために弁護士を雇った。
B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

牧場
Meaning
a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised
Example
They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.
彼らはテキサスで巨大な牧場を所有しています。
C2 noun /ˌviːələnsɛloʊ/

violoncello

チェロ
Meaning
The full name of the cello, a large string instrument played with a bow and held between the knees.
Example
He practiced the violoncello for hours each day.
彼は毎日何時間もビオロンチェロを練習しました。
C1 adjective /ˈdɪzməl/

Dismal

陰気な; 落ち込んだ; 悲しい
Meaning
gloomy; depressing; causing sadness or despair
Example
The weather was dismal with heavy rain and dark clouds.
天気は雨と暗い雲で陰気でした。
B1 noun ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv

alternative

代替案
Meaning
(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.
Example
Finding an alternative to plastic is essential.
プラスチックの代替品を見つけることは重要です。
C2 noun /ˈdɒldrəmz/

doldrums

Meaning
A state of inactivity, stagnation, or low spirits; also a region near the equator with calm winds.
Example
After the project failed, the team was stuck in the doldrums for months.
B1 preposition /ˈvaɪə/ or /ˈviːə/

via

経由で
Meaning
through, by way of, or using a particular route or means
Example
She sent the documents via email.
彼女はメールを通じて書類を送った。
C2 noun /bɪˈhiː.mɒθ/

behemoth

巨大なもの
Meaning
Something enormous, especially a large and powerful organization.
Example
The company grew into a corporate behemoth.
その会社は企業の巨大なものに成長しました。
B1 noun /ˈsɛt ʌp/

set-up

構成
Meaning
The arrangement or organization of something; a planned structure or scheme
Example
The company presented a new set-up for the office layout.
会社はオフィスレイアウトのために新しいセットアップを発表した。
A2 pronoun /huːˈɛvər/

whoever

誰でも
Meaning
any person who; no matter who
Example
Whoever wants to join the trip must register today.
誰でもこの旅行に参加したい場合は、今日中に登録する必要があります。
B2 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

一貫性, 継続性
Meaning
The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.
Example
Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.
品質の一貫性は顧客満足の鍵です。
B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

後継者
Meaning
a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role
Example
The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.
CEOは退職を発表し、会社の後継者を指名しました。
C1 noun /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ væn/

Luggage van

荷物車
Meaning
a vehicle designed for carrying luggage and cargo
Example
The luggage van carried all the passengers' suitcases.
荷物車はすべての乗客のスーツケースを運びました。
C1 noun /ˈrɛɡjəleɪtər/

regulator

調整装置
Meaning
a person or device that controls or maintains the operation of a system
Example
The government appointed a new regulator for the financial sector.
政府は金融セクターの新しい規制機関を任命した。
C1 noun /hjuː/

hue

色合い
Meaning
A color or shade.
Example
The artist chose a soft blue hue for the background.
アーティストは背景のために柔らかい青い色合いを選びました。
C2 noun /ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

esprit de corps

チームスピリット
Meaning
A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.
Example
The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort.
チームのスピリットは、彼らの協力的な努力に明らかに現れていた。
B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

反射的; 思慮深い; 光や画像を反射できる
Meaning
thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images
Example
After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.
会議の後、彼は反射的な気分だった。
C1 noun /əˈlɜːrtnəs/

alertness

警戒心
Meaning
the state of being mentally aware and quick to notice or respond; vigilance
Example
The driver maintained a high level of alertness during the long journey.
運転手は長い旅の間、高い警戒心を保った。
B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

請願; 要求; 弁明
Meaning
an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification
Example
She made a plea for help during the emergency.
緊急時に彼女は助けを求める請願をした。
B1 verb səˈpɔːrtɪŋ

supporting

支援する
Meaning
Giving assistance to; helping to bear the weight of something.
Example
Supporting education initiatives helps reduce child labour.
教育の取り組みを支援することは、児童労働を減らすのに役立ちます。
A1 noun /ˈlet.ər/

Letter

文字; 手紙
Meaning
a character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; a written message, typically sent in an envelope
Example
She wrote a letter to her grandmother.
彼女は祖母に手紙を書きました。
C2 noun /ˌdɪləˈtænt/

dilettante

愛好家
Meaning
A person who takes up an art, activity, or subject merely for amusement, especially in a superficial way.
Example
He was dismissed as a dilettante in the art world because he lacked formal training.
彼は芸術界で愛好家として退けられました、なぜなら正式な訓練が不足していたからです。
C1 noun /ˈpʌndɪt/

pundit

専門家
Meaning
An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.
Example
Political pundits debated the election results on television.
政治の専門家たちはテレビで選挙結果について議論しました。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈmɒdɪfaɪd/

unmodified

未変更の
Meaning
not changed from its original form or state
Example
The data was used in its unmodified form for analysis.
データは未変更の形で分析に使用された。
C1 verb /skwɪnt/

squint

目を細める
Meaning
to look with partly closed eyes
Example
She squinted at the bright sunlight.
彼女は明るい日差しで目を細めた。
C1 noun /juːˈfɔː.ri.ə/

euphoria

ユーフォリア, 陶酔, 高揚感
Meaning
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness; elation.
Example
Winning the championship brought a sense of euphoria.
チャンピオンシップを勝ち取ったことで、ユーフォリアを感じた。
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。
B1 adjective /kənˈviː.ni.ənt/

Convenient

便利な；使いやすい；実用的な;
Meaning
fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans; suitable and practical
Example
The new shopping mall is very convenient for our family.
新しいショッピングモールは私たちの家族にとってとても便利です。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈspiːkəbl/

unspeakable

言葉では表現できない
Meaning
too bad or shocking to be expressed in words
Example
The survivors endured unspeakable horrors during the war.
生存者は戦争中に言葉では表現できない恐怖に耐えました。
C1 noun /ˈtaɪ.ɡrəs/

Tigress

メスのトラ
Meaning
an adult female tiger
Example
The powerful tigress hunted silently through the jungle.
強力なメスのトラがジャングルを静かに狩っていた。
C1 adjective rɪˈsɛʃ.ən.er.i

recessionary

不況に関する
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by economic recession.
Example
Governments introduce policies to counter recessionary effects.
政府は景気後退の影響に対処するために政策を導入しています。
B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

落ち着かせる
Meaning
to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress
Example
The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.
お母さんは優しい子守唄で泣いている赤ちゃんを静めました。
C1 noun /ˈkælɪbər/

caliber

カリバー
Meaning
The quality of someone's ability or character; the internal diameter of a gun barrel.
Example
The university attracts students of high caliber.
その大学は高いカリバーの学生を引き付けます。
A2 verb /dʒɔɪn/

join

参加する
Meaning
to connect or combine; to become a member of something
Example
Would you like to join our team for the project?
プロジェクトのために私たちのチームに参加しますか？
C1 verb /ˈdʒepərdaɪz/

jeopardize

危険にさらす
Meaning
to put something at risk of being damaged or destroyed
Example
His reckless behavior could jeopardize his career.
彼の無謀な行動は彼のキャリアを危険にさらす可能性がある。
C1 adjective /ˈswɛltərɪŋ/

sweltering

うだるような暑さ
Meaning
uncomfortably hot
Example
The sweltering heat made it hard to work.
うだるような暑さで仕事が難しくなった。
C2 adjective /əˈstrɪndʒənt/

astringent

厳しい
Meaning
sharp or severe in manner or style; also describes a substance that contracts skin or body tissues
Example
Her astringent tone silenced the noisy class.
彼女の厳しい口調は、騒々しいクラスを静めた。
C1 adjective /ˌmer.ɪˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Meritorious

称賛に値する
Meaning
deserving reward or praise; commendable; worthy of recognition
Example
His meritorious service to the community was recognized.
彼の社会への価値ある貢献は認められました。
C2 noun /ˈtaɪroʊ/

tyro

初心者
Meaning
A beginner or novice in a field or activity.
Example
As a tyro in programming, she needed constant guidance.
プログラミングの初心者として、彼女は常に指導を必要としていた。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/

Unthinkable

想像を絶する
Meaning
impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration
Example
It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town.
私たちの平和な街でそのような悲劇が起こるなんて、想像を絶していました。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrmləs/

Harmless

無害な; 無実の; 安全な
Meaning
not able or likely to cause harm; innocent; safe
Example
The snake looks dangerous but it's actually harmless.
ヘビは危険に見えるが、実際には無害だ。
C2 noun /ˈpɛdənt/

pedant

細かいことにこだわる人
Meaning
A person who is excessively concerned with minor details or rules, often in a showy way.
Example
The professor was criticized as a pedant who focused too much on trivial details.
その教授は細かいことにこだわりすぎるペダントとして批判された。
A1 adjective /ɪmˈpɔː.tənt/

important

重要
Meaning
Of great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being.
Example
Important steps must be taken to address pollution.
汚染に対処するためには重要なステップを踏む必要があります。
C1 adjective /pərˈvɜːrs/

perverse

倒錯
Meaning
showing a deliberate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable, contrary, or unacceptable
Example
He took a perverse pleasure in upsetting his colleagues.
彼は同僚を困らせることに倒錯した喜びを感じていた。
C2 adjective /ˈfʌsti/

fusty

かび臭い、古臭い
Meaning
smelling stale, damp, or stuffy; old-fashioned
Example
The room smelled fusty after being closed for months.
部屋は数ヶ月間閉め切られていた後、かび臭くなった。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɑːlənˌtɛri/

involuntary

不随意
Meaning
done without will or conscious control
Example
He gave an involuntary shiver when he heard the loud noise.
彼は大きな音を聞いたとき、不随意に震えた。
C2 noun /ˌdaɪvəˈɡeɪʃən/

divagation

脱線
Meaning
digression; wandering from a path or subject
Example
His lecture was full of divagation, making it hard to follow the main point.
彼の講義は脱線だらけで、主なポイントを追うのが難しかった。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装飾品
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
クリスマスツリーはカラフルな装飾品で飾られていました。
B1 noun /kənˈsʌltənt/

consultant

コンサルタント
Meaning
A professional who provides expert advice in a particular area.
Example
The company hired a consultant to improve its marketing strategy.
会社はマーケティング戦略を改善するためにコンサルタントを雇いました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈspɔɪlˌspɔːrt/

spoilsport

スポイルスポート
Meaning
A person who ruins other people's enjoyment or fun.
Example
Don't be a spoilsport and let us enjoy the party.
スポイルスポートにならないで、パーティーを楽しませてください。
C1 adjective /bræʃ/

brash

図々しい
Meaning
self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overconfident way
Example
His brash comments offended many people at the meeting.
彼の図々しいコメントは会議で多くの人々を怒らせました。
B1 verb /ɪnˈtend/

intend

意図する
Meaning
to plan or have in mind as a purpose; to mean
Example
I intend to finish this project by tomorrow.
私はこのプロジェクトを明日までに終わらせるつもりです。
C2 noun /ˌaɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/

ideation

アイデア創出
Meaning
The process of forming and developing new ideas or concepts through creative thinking and brainstorming.
Example
The team engaged in ideation sessions to generate new product ideas.
チームは新製品のアイデアを生み出すためにアイデーションセッションに取り組んだ。
C1 verb /ˈrɛzəneɪt/

resonate

共鳴する
Meaning
To produce or be filled with a deep, full, and reverberating sound; to evoke a feeling or memory.
Example
Her words resonated with the audience.
彼女の言葉は聴衆に響いた。
C1 noun /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒəns/

Negligence

過失
Meaning
failure to take proper care in doing something; carelessness
Example
The accident was caused by driver negligence.
事故は運転手の不注意によって引き起こされました。
A2 adjective /taɪt/

tight

きつい
Meaning
firmly held in place, not loose or slack
Example
The knot was too tight to untie.
結び目は解けないほどきつかった。
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 adjective /ˈkwɛrʊləs/

querulous

不平を言う
Meaning
Complaining in a whining or irritable manner.
Example
The querulous customer kept finding fault with every detail.
その不平を言う顧客は、すべての細部に不満を見つけ続けました。
B2 adjective /ˈlʌv.ə.bəl/

Lovable

愛されるべき; 愛らしい
Meaning
deserving of love; endearing; adorable
Example
The puppy was so lovable that everyone wanted to adopt it.
その子犬はとても愛らしく、皆が養子にしたがっていた。
B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

締める
Meaning
To attach or secure something firmly in place
Example
Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.
飛行機が離陸する前にシートベルトを締めてください。
B1 noun /kənˈviː.ni.əns/

Convenience

便利
Meaning
the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty; a thing that contributes to an easy way of life
Example
The convenience of online shopping has changed how people buy products.
オンラインショッピングの便利さは、製品を購入する方法を変えました。
C1 adjective /ədˈmɪsəbl/

admissible

Meaning
acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law
Example
The judge ruled that the document was admissible as evidence.
C1 noun /ˈæpəθi/

apathy

無関心
Meaning
a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Example
The students showed apathy towards the new rules.
学生たちは新しいルールに無関心を示しました。
C1 verb /raɪl/

rile

Meaning
to irritate or annoy someone
Example
His careless comments really riled her.
C1 noun /səˈvɪləti/

civility

礼儀
Meaning
Polite and courteous behavior.
Example
He treated his opponent with civility despite their differences.
彼は彼の対戦相手に対して礼儀を持って接した、彼らの違いにもかかわらず。
C1 adjective /ˌəʊ.vərˈɑː.tʃɪŋ/

overarching

全体的な, 包括的な, 包み込む
Meaning
Comprehensive or all-embracing; forming an arch over something.
Example
The overarching theme of the book is human resilience.
その本の大きなテーマは人間の回復力です。
B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

global collaboration

グローバル協力
Meaning
Cooperation and partnership between countries or organizations worldwide to address common challenges.
Example
Global collaboration is necessary to address climate change.
グローバル協力は気候変動に対処するために必要です。
A2 noun /wɪnd/

Wind

風
Meaning
the natural movement of air, especially in the form of a current of air blowing from a particular direction
Example
The wind blew the leaves off the trees.
風が木の葉を吹き飛ばした。
C1 noun/verb /smʌdʒ/

smudge

汚れ, スマッジ
Meaning
a dirty mark or smear; to make something dirty or unclear by rubbing or touching
Example
She accidentally smudged her lipstick on the napkin.
彼女はうっかりナプキンにリップスティックをつけてしまった。
A2 noun/verb /ɡraʊnd/

ground

地面
Meaning
the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out
Example
The children played on the ground near the house.
子供たちは家の近くの地面で遊びました。
C1 noun /əbˈstrʌkʃən/

obstruction

障害
Meaning
Something that blocks or gets in the way; the action of obstructing.
Example
There was an obstruction on the railway track.
鉄道の線路に障害がありました。
B1 noun /kənˈfjuː.ʒən/

Confusion

混乱, 困惑, 混迷
Meaning
lack of understanding; uncertainty; the state of being bewildered or unclear in one's mind
Example
There was confusion about the meeting time, so half the team arrived late.
会議の時間について混乱があり、チームの半分が遅れて到着しました。
C1 adjective /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Mountainous

山岳地帯の
Meaning
having many mountains; characterized by mountains
Example
The mountainous region was difficult to travel through.
その山岳地帯は旅行するのが難しかった。
C2 noun /ˈhʌvəl/

hovel

Meaning
a small, poorly built, and dirty house
Example
The refugees lived in a makeshift hovel.
B2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈpɜːsənl/

interpersonal

対人
Meaning
Relating to relationships or communication between people.
Example
He has excellent interpersonal skills and gets along well with others.
彼は優れた対人スキルを持っており、他の人とうまくやっていきます。
C2 noun /ɪmˌpɜːrtərbəˈbɪləti/

imperturbability

不動心
Meaning
The quality of being calm and not easily disturbed or upset.
Example
Her imperturbability during the crisis impressed everyone.
危機の際に彼女の不動心は皆に印象を与えました。
C2 verb /əˈsɪdɪfaɪ/

acidify

酸性化する
Meaning
to make something acidic or more acidic
Example
Farmers worry that pollution will acidify the soil.
農民たちは、汚染が土壌を酸性にすることを心配しています。
C1 noun /ˈsɪləbəl/

syllable

音節
Meaning
A unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or part of a word.
Example
The word 'computer' has three syllables.
‘コンピュータ’という言葉は3つの音節から成り立っています。
A2 noun /flaɪt/

flight

フライト / フライト
Meaning
the act of flying, typically through the air; or a scheduled trip by an aircraft
Example
Our flight to London was delayed due to bad weather.
ロンドン行きのフライトは悪天候のため遅れました。
C2 noun /sɛnˈsɔːrɪəm/

sensorium

感覚中枢
Meaning
The part of the brain or mind concerned with the reception and interpretation of sensory stimuli.
Example
The patient’s sensorium was clouded after the accident.
事故後、患者の感覚中枢はぼやけていた。
C1 adjective /pəˈnɪnsjələr/

peninsular

半島のような
Meaning
Relating to or resembling a peninsula.
Example
The peninsular region is surrounded by water on three sides.
その半島のような地域は、三方向が水で囲まれています。
B1 adjective ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt

efficient

効率的
Meaning
Working in a well-organized way; competent and effective in performance.
Example
Efficient farming methods improve yields.
効率的な農業方法が収穫量を増加させる。
C1 verb /ˌkɒndɪˈsɛnd/

condescend

上から目線で親切にする
Meaning
to behave as if one is superior while being gracious to others
Example
He would not condescend to answer such a trivial question.
彼はそんな些細な質問に答えることをしなかった。
B2 noun /luːp/

Loop

ループ, 輪
Meaning
a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself
Example
The string formed a neat loop around the package.
糸はパッケージの周りにきれいなループを作りました。
C2 adjective /ˈmɜːrkəntaɪl/

mercantile

商業的
Meaning
related to trade or commerce
Example
The city grew rapidly due to its mercantile activities.
この都市は商業活動のおかげで急速に成長しました。
C1 adjective /səˈdɪs.tɪk/

sadistic

サディスティック
Meaning
Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others.
Example
The villain had a sadistic smile while hurting his enemies.
悪党は敵に痛みを与えている間、サディスティックな笑顔を浮かべていた。
A2 noun /səˈpraɪz/

surprise

驚き
Meaning
a sudden and unexpected event or situation
Example
His arrival was a pleasant surprise.
彼の到着は嬉しい驚きでした。
C2 noun /pɛlf/

pelf

不正な金
Meaning
Money, especially when gained dishonorably.
Example
The corrupt official was motivated only by pelf.
腐敗した公務員は不正な金でしか動機づけられなかった。
C1 adjective /ˈviːnəs/

venous

静脈の
Meaning
relating to the veins that carry blood to the heart
Example
The doctor examined the patient’s venous circulation.
医者は患者の静脈循環を検査しました。