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C1 adjective /dɪˈsɪd.ju.əs/

deciduous

落葉樹
Meaning
Referring to trees that shed their leaves seasonally, typically in autumn.
Example
Oak and maple trees are deciduous, shedding leaves in autumn.
オークとカエデの木は落葉樹で、秋に葉を落とします。
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.
C1 adjective dɒɡˈmæt.ɪk

dogmatic

教条的
Meaning
Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.
Example
His dogmatic approach to politics made discussions difficult.
彼の教条的なアプローチは、議論を難しくしました。
C1 noun /ˈdɪsɪdənt/

dissident

反体制派
Meaning
A person who opposes official policy, especially that of an authoritarian state.
Example
The dissident was arrested for speaking against the government.
反体制派は政府に対する発言で逮捕された。
C1 verb /dɪˈsɛm.ɪ.neɪt/

disseminate

普及する
Meaning
To spread or give out something, especially news, information, ideas, etc., to a lot of people.
Example
Social media helps to disseminate information quickly.
ソーシャルメディアは情報を迅速に普及するのに役立ちます。
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 /ˈdæɡ.ər/

Dagger

短剣
Meaning
a short knife with a pointed blade used as a weapon
Example
The ancient warrior carried a silver dagger.
古代の戦士は銀の短剣を携えていた。
C1 noun /ˈdjuːplɛks/

duplex

デュプレックスハウス
Meaning
A house or apartment divided into two separate residences.
Example
They live in a duplex near the city center.
彼らは市の中心近くのデュプレックスに住んでいます。
C1 verb /dɪˈspɜːrs/

disperse

解散する
Meaning
To scatter or spread widely in different directions.
Example
The police used tear gas to disperse the crowd.
警察は群衆を解散させるために催涙ガスを使用しました。
C1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈsɛmbəl/

disassemble

分解する
Meaning
To take apart something into its separate pieces.
Example
He had to disassemble the computer to repair it.
彼は修理のためにコンピュータを分解しなければならなかった。
C1 adjective /ˈdiːviəs/

devious

狡猾な
Meaning
Skillful at using underhanded tactics to achieve goals; not straightforward.
Example
He used a devious plan to gain control of the company.
彼は会社の支配権を握るために、狡猾な計画を使いました。
C1 verb /diːˈfjuːz/

defuse

Meaning
To make a situation less dangerous, tense, or explosive; to remove a fuse from a bomb.
Example
The negotiator helped defuse the tense situation.
C1 verb /diːˈhaɪdreɪt/

dehydrate

Meaning
to remove water from something; to lose water or body fluids
Example
Running in the heat can quickly dehydrate you.
C1 verb /deɪz/

daze

Meaning
to stun or confuse someone temporarily with a shock or surprise
Example
The bright lights dazed the runners as they entered the stadium.
C1 noun /dɪˈfjuːʒən/

diffusion

Meaning
the spreading of something more widely or the movement of particles from high to low concentration
Example
The diffusion of information on social media is rapid.
C1 adjective /dɪˈsɜːrnɪŋ/

discerning

鋭い
Meaning
having good judgment or insight; able to distinguish well
Example
He is a discerning reader who notices subtle details.
彼は鋭い読者で、微細な詳細に気づきます。
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.ɪˈluː.ʒən.mənt/

disillusionment

幻滅
Meaning
A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be.
Example
Many people experience disillusionment after unrealistic expectations.
多くの人々が非現実的な期待の後に幻滅を経験します。
C1 verb /ˈdræm.ə.taɪz/

dramatize

ドラマ化する
Meaning
to present a story in a dramatic way, or to exaggerate something
Example
The novel was dramatized into a popular TV series.
その小説は人気のテレビシリーズにドラマタイズされました。
C1 verb /daɪˈvʌldʒ/

divulge

明らかにする
Meaning
to make known something private, secret, or previously unknown
Example
She refused to divulge the source of her information.
彼女は情報の源を明らかにすることを拒否しました。
C1 verb /dɪˈnəʊt/

denote

示す
Meaning
To be a sign of; to indicate or mean something.
Example
A red flag denotes danger.
赤い旗は危険を示しています。
C1 verb dɪˈsaɪ.fɚ

decipher

解読する, 暗号を解く, 翻訳する
Meaning
To convert something written in code into normal language; to succeed in understanding the meaning of something.
Example
It took hours to decipher the ancient script.
古代の文字を解読するのに何時間もかかりました。
C1 adjective /ˈdek.stər.əs/

dexterous

器用
Meaning
Showing or having skill, especially with the hands; mentally adroit and skillful.
Example
A dexterous programmer can write complex codes effortlessly.
器用なプログラマーは複雑なコードを楽々と書けます。
C1 noun /ˈded.lɑk/

Dead-lock

行き詰まり; 停滞
Meaning
a situation in which no progress is possible; complete standstill
Example
The negotiations reached a deadlock when neither side would compromise.
交渉は行き詰まりに達し、どちらの側も妥協しようとしませんでした。
C1 verb /ˌdiː.kəmˈprɛs/

decompress

リラックスする
Meaning
To relax and recover from stress or pressure.
Example
Taking deep breaths helps to decompress after a stressful day.
深呼吸は、ストレスの多い一日後にリラックスするのに役立ちます。
C1 noun /dɪˈsɜːn.mənt/

discernment

洞察力
Meaning
The ability to judge well or understand something correctly; keen insight.
Example
His discernment in business decisions made him successful.
彼のビジネスの決定における洞察力は彼を成功させた。
C1 adjective /ˌdɪktəˈtɔːriəl/

dictatorial

独裁的
Meaning
Having or showing a tendency to tell people what to do in an autocratic way.
Example
His dictatorial style made him unpopular among colleagues.
彼の独裁的なスタイルは、同僚たちの間で不人気だった。
C1 verb /dɪˈmoʊt/

demote

降格
Meaning
to reduce to a lower rank or position
Example
The manager decided to demote the employee for poor performance.
マネージャーはパフォーマンスが悪いため、従業員を降格させることに決めました。
C1 verb /dɪsˈpærɪdʒ/

disparage

Meaning
to criticize someone or something in a way that shows a lack of respect
Example
It is unfair to disparage people for their opinions.
C1 adjective /dɪˈvaʊt/

devout

献身的
Meaning
Deeply religious or sincere.
Example
He is a devout believer who prays every day.
彼は毎日祈る献身的な信者です。
C1 noun /ˈdɛljuːdʒ/

deluge

洪水
Meaning
A severe flood; an overwhelming quantity of something.
Example
The town was hit by a deluge of rain in just a few hours.
その町は数時間で豪雨の洪水に襲われました。
C1 verb dɪˈlɪnieɪt

delineate

詳細に描写する
Meaning
To describe or portray something precisely
Example
The artist delineated the scene in intricate detail.
アーティストはシーンを複雑な詳細で描写しました。
C1 verb /ˈdɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

dissipate

徐々に消失する
Meaning
To disappear or cause to disappear gradually.
Example
The tension in the room slowly dissipated.
部屋の中の緊張感は徐々に消えていった。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈpæʃənət/

dispassionate

冷静な
Meaning
not influenced by strong emotion; impartial
Example
The judge remained dispassionate throughout the trial.
裁判官は裁判全体を通して冷静さを保ちました。
C1 adjective /ˈdjuːbiəs/

dubious

疑わしい
Meaning
Hesitating or doubting; not to be relied upon.
Example
She gave him a dubious look after hearing his excuse.
彼女は彼の言い訳を聞いた後、疑わしい目で彼を見ました。
C1 noun /dɪsˈɒn.ər/

Dishonour

不名誉
Meaning
a state of shame or disgrace; lack of honor or integrity; failure to fulfill obligations
Example
Breaking his promise brought dishonour to his name and family legacy.
約束を破ったことが彼の名前と家族の遺産に不名誉をもたらした。
C1 noun /ˌdɪstɪˈleɪʃən/

distillation

蒸留
Meaning
The process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling; the extraction of the essential meaning.
Example
Distillation is commonly used to produce alcoholic beverages.
蒸留はアルコール飲料の製造によく使用されます。
C1 verb /dɪˈstɪl/

distill

Meaning
To purify a liquid by heating and cooling; to extract the essential meaning or most important aspects.
Example
The factory distills water to make it safe for drinking.
C1 adjective draʊt rɪˈzɪs.tənt

drought-resistant

耐乾燥
Meaning
Able to survive and grow despite limited water availability or drought conditions.
Example
Drought-resistant crops can survive in arid conditions.
耐乾燥作物は乾燥した条件でも生き残ることができます。
C1 noun ˈdɛf.ər.əns

deference

敬意
Meaning
Humble submission and respect.
Example
He showed deference to his elderly mentor.
彼は年上のメンターに敬意を示しました。
C1 noun /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃɪˈeɪʃən/

differentiation

差別化, 分化
Meaning
The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between things.
Example
Differentiation from competitors can create a unique market position.
競合他社との差別化により、ユニークな市場ポジションを作り出すことができます。
C1 adjective /dɪˈpreɪvd/

depraved

堕落した
Meaning
morally corrupt or wicked
Example
The film depicts the life of a depraved criminal.
その映画は堕落した犯罪者の人生を描いています。
C1 noun /dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃənz/

deliberations

審議
Meaning
Careful consideration and discussion before making decisions.
Example
Deliberations on sustainability continued for hours.
持続可能性についての審議は何時間も続きました。
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.dʒəns/

divergence

分岐
Meaning
The process or state of diverging; a difference or deviation between two or more things.
Example
The divergence in their opinions led to a heated debate.
彼らの意見の相違は激しい議論を引き起こしました。
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈreɪ/

disarray

混乱
Meaning
A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.
Example
His desk was in complete disarray.
彼の机は完全に混乱していました。
C1 noun /dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

denomination

宗派, 価値
Meaning
a recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church; a unit of value or currency
Example
The church belongs to a Protestant denomination.
その教会はプロテスタントの宗派に属しています。
C1 noun /dɪˈvaɪzər/

divisor

除数
Meaning
A number by which another number is divided.
Example
In the equation 12 ÷ 3, the number 3 is the divisor.
方程式12 ÷ 3では、数字3が除数です。
C1 noun /djuːn/

dune

砂丘
Meaning
A hill or ridge of sand formed by the wind, usually found in deserts or near beaches.
Example
The children played on the sand dune by the beach.
子供たちはビーチの砂丘で遊んでいました。
C1 adjective /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪtɪŋ/

discriminating

選り好みする
Meaning
Having refined taste or good judgment; able to recognize subtle differences.
Example
She is known for her discriminating taste in art.
彼女は芸術における選り好みの味で知られています。
C1 verb /daɪˈvɛst/

divest

Meaning
to strip away possessions, rights, or assets; to rid oneself of
Example
The company decided to divest its unprofitable division.
C1 noun /ˈdɛsɪˌbɛl/

decibel

デシベル
Meaning
a unit used to measure the intensity of sound
Example
The noise level in the factory exceeded 90 decibels.
工場の騒音レベルは90デシベルを超えました。
C1 adjective /ˈdjuːtɪfəl/

Dutiful

義務感のある; 尊敬すべき; 従順な
Meaning
conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful
Example
She is a dutiful daughter who always helps her parents.
彼女はいつも両親を助ける義務感のある娘です。
C1 verb /dɪsˈoʊn/

disown

拒絶する
Meaning
to refuse to acknowledge or accept responsibility for someone or something
Example
He decided to disown his reckless brother.
彼は無謀な兄を拒絶する決断をしました。
C1 noun /ˈdɪŋɡi/

dinghy

ディンギーボート
Meaning
a small boat, often carried or towed by a larger vessel, used for short trips or as a lifeboat
Example
They rowed the dinghy back to the yacht.
彼らはヨットに戻るためにディンギーを漕いだ。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈdɛrəlɪkt/

derelict

放棄された
Meaning
in poor condition due to neglect or disuse; a homeless or neglected person
Example
The old factory stood derelict for decades.
古い工場は何十年も放置されていました。
C1 verb /dɪˈflɛkt/

deflect

反らす / 避ける
Meaning
to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly
Example
The shield deflected the incoming arrow.
盾は飛んできた矢を反らした。
C1 noun /ˈdɔːrˌkiːpər/

doorkeeper

門番
Meaning
A person whose job is to guard or manage the entrance of a building or room.
Example
The doorkeeper checked everyone’s passes before they entered the hall.
ドアキーパーは皆がホールに入る前に通行証を確認した。
C1 verb /dɪsˈmæntəl/

dismantle

解体する
Meaning
to take apart; to remove or destroy the parts of
Example
Workers will dismantle the old bridge next month.
作業員たちは来月古い橋を解体します。
C1 noun /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪtər/

demonstrator

デモンストレーター, 抗議者
Meaning
a person who shows how something works or takes part in a public protest
Example
The demonstrators marched peacefully through the city streets.
デモ参加者は平和的に街の通りを行進しました。
C1 noun /ˈdɒktrɪn/

doctrine

教義
Meaning
A set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a religious, political, or other group.
Example
The church follows a strict doctrine on moral values.
教会は道徳的価値に関する厳格な教義を遵守しています。
C1 noun /ˈdæn.drʌf/

Dandruff

フケ
Meaning
small white or grey flakes of dead skin that form on the scalp and fall from the hair
Example
He used a special shampoo to treat his persistent dandruff problem.
彼は慢性的なフケの問題を治すために、特別なシャンプーを使った。
C1 verb /ˈdiːmɑːrˌkeɪt/

demarcate

境界を定める
Meaning
to set the boundaries or limits of something
Example
The land was demarcated with fences to avoid disputes.
土地はフェンスで境界が定められて、争いを避けました。
C1 adjective /dɪˈklærətɪv/

declarative

宣言的
Meaning
relating to a statement that declares something; in grammar, a sentence that makes a statement
Example
A declarative sentence simply states a fact or opinion.
宣言的な文は、単に事実や意見を述べるものです。
C1 noun /ˈdɛdlɒk/

deadlock

行き詰まり
Meaning
a situation in which progress is impossible because of disagreement
Example
Negotiations reached a deadlock after neither side agreed to compromise.
交渉は双方が妥協に同意しなかったため行き詰まりました。
C1 verb /dɪˈteɪn/

detain

Meaning
to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority
Example
The police detained the suspect for questioning.
C1 verb /dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪ/

dissatisfy

不満にさせる
Meaning
to fail to please or meet expectations; to make someone unhappy
Example
The poor service dissatisfies many customers.
悪いサービスは多くの顧客を不満にさせます。
C1 adjective ˈdɔːn.tɪŋ

daunting

威圧的または挑戦的な
Meaning
Something that seems intimidating or challenging.
Example
The task seemed daunting, but she completed it successfully.
その仕事は威圧的に見えたが、彼女はそれを成功裏に終わらせた。
C1 verb /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrt/

disconcert

動揺させる
Meaning
To unsettle, confuse, or disturb the composure of someone.
Example
The sudden change of plans disconcerted the team.
突然の計画変更がチームを混乱させた。
C1 adjective /dɪˈvɔɪd/

devoid

空虚
Meaning
Completely lacking or without something.
Example
His speech was devoid of any real emotion.
彼のスピーチは実際の感情が空虚だった。
C1 noun dɪˈtɜː.mɪ.nənt

determinant

決定的な要素
Meaning
A factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something.
Example
Education is a key determinant of success.
教育は成功の重要な決定的要素です。
C1 noun /dɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

denunciation

非難 / 公共の告発
Meaning
the public condemnation or accusation of someone or something
Example
The journalist's article was a strong denunciation of corruption.
ジャーナリストの記事は腐敗に対する強い非難でした。
C1 noun /dɪˈsaɪ.pəl/

Disciple

弟子; 信者
Meaning
a follower and student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher; devoted follower
Example
The famous philosopher had many disciples who spread his teachings worldwide.
その有名な哲学者には多くの弟子がいて、彼の教えを世界中に広めました。
C1 verb /dɪsˈɡrʌntl/

disgruntle

不満にさせる
Meaning
to make someone dissatisfied or discontented
Example
The unfair treatment disgruntled the workers.
不公平な扱いが労働者を不満にさせた。
C1 noun /dɪˈvɪnɪti/

divinity

神性
Meaning
The quality or state of being divine; a deity.
Example
The priest spoke about the divinity of the soul.
神父は魂の神性について話しました。
C1 verb /ˈdɛprɪˌkeɪt/

deprecate

非難する
Meaning
to express disapproval of something
Example
The teacher deprecated the use of slang in academic essays.
教師は学術論文でのスラングの使用を非難しました。
C1 noun /ˌdɪspɛnˈseɪʃən/

dispensation

Meaning
An exemption from a rule or usual requirement; a system of order, government, or control.
Example
The school granted him a special dispensation to skip the exam due to illness.
C1 verb /dɛlv/

delve

Meaning
To investigate deeply; to dig into a subject or area.
Example
The researcher delved into ancient manuscripts to find clues.
C1 noun /dɪˈstɔːrʃən/

distortion

歪曲、誤った提示
Meaning
the action of twisting, changing, or misrepresenting the shape, sound, or truth of something
Example
There was a distortion in the radio signal.
ラジオ信号に歪曲がありました。
C1 noun /ˌdɛsɪˈmeɪʃən/

decimation

壊滅
Meaning
The act of destroying or killing a large proportion of something.
Example
The decimation of the city left thousands homeless.
都市の壊滅により、何千人もの人々が家を失った。
C1 noun/verb /ˈdiːkɔɪ/

decoy

おとり
Meaning
something or someone used to lure or mislead
Example
The hunters used a wooden duck as a decoy.
狩人たちは木製のカモをデコイとして使った。
C1 verb /dɪsˈɑːrm/

disarm

武装解除する
Meaning
to take weapons away from someone; to make someone feel less hostile
Example
The soldiers were ordered to disarm the rebels.
兵士たちは反乱者の武装を解除するよう命じられた。
C1 noun ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfek.ʃən

disinfection

消毒
Meaning
The process of destroying harmful microorganisms to prevent infection.
Example
Kitchen appliances require frequent disinfection.
キッチン用具は頻繁に消毒する必要があります。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈsɪmɪlər/

dissimilar

異なる
Meaning
Not alike; different.
Example
Though they are twins, their personalities are dissimilar.
彼らは双子だが、性格は異なる。
C1 noun /deɪˈbɑː.kəl/

debacle

失敗
Meaning
A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco.
Example
The company's poor management led to a financial debacle.
会社の不十分な管理が財務的な失敗を招いた。
C1 noun /ˌdɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

domination

支配
Meaning
the exercise of control or influence over someone or something
Example
The empire sought domination over its neighbors.
帝国は隣国に対する支配を求めていた。
C1 noun /ˌdiː.mɑːˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Demarcation

境界設定
Meaning
the action of fixing the boundary or limits of something; separation or division
Example
The demarcation between public and private land was clearly marked.
公共の土地と私有地の境界設定は明確に示されていた。
C1 verb /dɪˈzɪst/

desist

Meaning
to stop doing something, especially an action considered wrong or undesirable
Example
The judge ordered the company to desist from unfair practices.
C1 adjective /dɪˈʃɛvəld/

disheveled

乱れた
Meaning
Untidy, messy, or in disorder, especially of hair or clothing.
Example
He arrived with disheveled hair and wrinkled clothes.
彼は乱れた髪とシワの寄った服で到着しました。
C1 noun /ˈdɛspɒt/

despot

暴君
Meaning
a ruler with absolute power, often ruling in a cruel or oppressive way
Example
The despot ruled the nation with fear and violence.
暴君は恐怖と暴力で国を支配した。
C1 noun /dɪsˈɪntrəst/

disinterest

無関心
Meaning
lack of interest or concern
Example
His disinterest in the project was obvious.
そのプロジェクトへの無関心は明らかだった。
C1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈlaʊ/

disallow

許可しない
Meaning
to refuse to allow or accept something
Example
The referee disallowed the goal for offside.
審判はオフサイドのためゴールを認めませんでした。
C1 adjective /ˈdɪn.dʒi/

Dingy

汚れていて暗い; 色が鈍い
Meaning
dark and dirty; gloomy; dull in color
Example
The old building had dingy walls that needed painting.
古い建物は、塗装が必要な汚れた壁を持っていた。
C1 noun /ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiəns/

disobedience

不従順
Meaning
failure or refusal to obey rules, laws, or authority
Example
The child's disobedience worried his parents.
子供の不従順は両親を心配させました。
C1 verb ˈdwɪn.dl

dwindle

減少する
Meaning
To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength; to become progressively smaller.
Example
His savings dwindled due to unexpected expenses.
予期しない支出のため、彼の貯金は減少しました。
C1 adjective /ˈdæʃ.ɪŋ/

Dashing

魅力的; スタイリッシュ; 自信に満ちた;
Meaning
stylish and confident; lively and energetic; attractive and charming
Example
He looked dashing in his new suit.
彼は新しいスーツで魅力的に見えました。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈɪntrəstɪd/

disinterested

無関心
Meaning
not influenced by personal interest; impartial or neutral
Example
The judge remained disinterested in the case.
裁判官はその事件に無関心のままでした。
C1 noun /dɪˈfɔː.mə.ti/

Deformity

変形; 身体的欠陥
Meaning
a distorted or unnatural shape or form; physical malformation
Example
The accident caused a permanent deformity in his left hand.
事故は彼の左手に永続的な変形を引き起こしました。
C1 adjective /ˈdeɪnti/

dainty

優雅で可愛らしい
Meaning
Delicately small, pretty, and often considered elegant.
Example
She wore a dainty necklace made of pearls.
彼女は真珠でできた繊細なネックレスをしていました。
C1 verb /dɪˈpɔːrt/

deport

国外追放
Meaning
To expel a foreigner from a country, usually for legal or political reasons.
Example
The government decided to deport the illegal immigrants.
政府は不法移民をデポートすることを決定した。
C1 verb /druːp/

droop

垂れる
Meaning
to bend or hang downward; to become weak or tired
Example
The flowers began to droop in the heat.
花は暑さで垂れ始めました。
C1 noun dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

dexterity

器用さ
Meaning
Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.
Example
His dexterity in playing the piano amazed the audience.
ピアノを弾く彼の器用さに観客は驚いた。
C1 verb /dɪˈraɪd/

deride

嘲笑する
Meaning
to mock or ridicule someone or something
Example
The critics derided the new movie for its poor script.
批評家たちはその新しい映画を悪い脚本のせいで嘲笑した。
C1 verb /dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/

domesticate

家畜化する
Meaning
to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use
Example
Humans domesticated dogs thousands of years ago.
人間は数千年前に犬を家畜化しました。
C1 noun/verb /dɪsˈkwaɪət/

disquiet

Meaning
A feeling of worry or unease; to make someone feel anxious or uneasy.
Example
The strange silence filled the room with disquiet.
C1 adjective ˌdet.rɪˈmen.təl

detrimental

有害な
Meaning
Tending to cause harm; damaging or harmful.
Example
Pollution has detrimental effects on fertility.
汚染は生殖能力に有害な影響を与えます。
C1 adjective /ˈdɒdʒi/

Dodgy

疑わしい; 質が悪い; 信頼できない; 危険なまたはリスクのある
Meaning
suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous
Example
That deal sounds dodgy to me.
その取引は私には疑わしく聞こえます。
C1 noun dɪˈpliː.ʃən

depletion

枯渇
Meaning
The gradual reduction or exhaustion of a resource or substance.
Example
Overuse of groundwater leads to depletion of water resources.
地下水の過剰使用は水資源の枯渇を引き起こす。
C1 noun ˌdɪm.ɪˈnjuː.ʃən

diminution

減少
Meaning
A reduction in the size, extent, or importance of something; decrease.
Example
There has been a diminution in air pollution.
大気汚染の減少がありました。
C1 verb /drɛntʃ/

drench

びしょ濡れにする
Meaning
to make someone or something completely wet
Example
The sudden rain drenched the players on the field.
突然の雨がフィールドの選手たちをびしょ濡れにした。
C1 noun /djʊˈrɛs/

duress

強制
Meaning
threats, violence, or pressure used to force someone to do something
Example
She signed the contract under duress.
彼女は強制的に契約書に署名した。
C1 verb /dɪˈfɔːrm/

deform

変形する
Meaning
to change the shape or form of something, especially in a way that makes it ugly or damaged; to distort
Example
The intense heat began to deform the plastic container.
高温がプラスチック容器を変形させ始めた。
C1 verb dɪˈsɜːn

discern

識別する
Meaning
To perceive or recognize something; to distinguish with difficulty by sight or with the other senses.
Example
He could barely discern the distant figure in the fog.
彼は霧の中で遠くの姿をほとんど識別できなかった。
C1 verb /dɪsˈpruːv/

disprove

反証する
Meaning
to show that something is false or wrong
Example
The scientist worked hard to disprove the old theory.
科学者は古い理論を反証するために一生懸命働いた。
C1 adjective /dɪˈfɛnsəbəl/

defensible

守ることができる / 正当化できる
Meaning
Capable of being protected against attack or criticism; justifiable.
Example
Her decision was legally defensible.
彼女の決定は法的に守ることができた。
C1 noun daɪˈkɒtəmi

dichotomy

二項対立
Meaning
A division or contrast between two things that are or are represented as being opposed or entirely different.
Example
The dichotomy between tradition and modernity is often debated.
伝統と現代の二分法はよく議論されます。
C1 verb /dɪˈluːd/

delude

だます
Meaning
To mislead someone into believing something that is not true.
Example
He deluded himself into thinking he could win the race without training.
彼は訓練なしでレースに勝てると思い込み、自分をだました。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/

discordant

不協和音
Meaning
disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound
Example
The discordant notes of the band hurt our ears.
バンドの不協和音の音が私たちの耳を痛めました。
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。
C1 noun /ˌdɪs.kʌl.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

discoloration

変色
Meaning
The process of changing or losing color; fading.
Example
Sun exposure causes discoloration of fabrics.
太陽光線は布地の変色を引き起こします。
C1 noun dəˌmɛstɪˈkeɪʃən

domestication

家畜化
Meaning
The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or for farm produce.
Example
Domestication of animals has been crucial for human survival.
動物の家畜化は人間の生存にとって重要だった。
C1 noun /ˈdɛspətɪzəm/

despotism

専制政治
Meaning
absolute power exercised in a cruel and oppressive way
Example
The people revolted against the era of despotism.
人々は専制政治の時代に反乱を起こしました。
C1 verb /ˈdɛsɪmeɪt/

decimate

壊滅させる
Meaning
To destroy or kill a large proportion of something.
Example
The wildfire decimated the forest.
森林火災が森を壊滅させました。