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C1 verb /dɪˈfaɪl/

defile

汚す
Meaning
to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty
Example
The river was defiled by industrial waste.
川は工業廃水によって汚された。
C1 noun /drɑːft/ (UK), /dræft/ (US)

draught

Meaning
a current of cool air in a room or another confined space; also a portion of liquid, especially beer, served from a barrel or cask
Example
She closed the window to keep out the cold draught.
B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 人間関係をうまく扱うことができる
Meaning
relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships
Example
She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.
彼女は誰も怒らせないように外交的な答えをしました。
B1 noun /ˈdaɪ.mənd/

Diamond

ダイヤモンド
Meaning
a precious stone that is extremely hard and brilliant when cut
Example
She wore a diamond ring on her finger.
彼女は指にはダイヤモンドの指輪を着けていた。
C2 verb /dɪˈfreɪ/

defray

費用を負担する
Meaning
to provide money to pay the costs of something
Example
The grant will help defray the cost of education.
その助成金は教育費用の負担を助けます。
A2 noun /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/

department

部門
Meaning
a division of a large organization such as a government, university, or company
Example
She works in the marketing department.
彼女はマーケティング部門で働いています。
A1 verb /drɪŋk/

drink

飲む
Meaning
to take liquid into the mouth and swallow it
Example
I drink water every morning.
私は毎朝水を飲みます。
B2 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

Meaning
to detach or separate from a connection or source
Example
Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.
B2 verb /dɪˈstrækt/

distract

気を散らす
Meaning
to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on
Example
The loud noise distracted her during the exam.
大きな音が試験中に彼女をディストラクトした。
A1 adverb /daʊn/

down

下
Meaning
from a higher to a lower position
Example
He walked down the stairs slowly.
彼はゆっくりと階段を下りてきました。
B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

十進法
Meaning
A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.
Example
The number 0.75 is a decimal.
0.75は十進法の数です。
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。
C1 noun dɪˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtɪv dɪˈzizɪz

degenerative diseases

変性疾患
Meaning
Medical conditions that involve the deterioration or progressive decline of tissues, organs, or functions
Example
Degenerative diseases are common in an aging population.
変性疾患は高齢化した人口に一般的です。
B1 verb /dɪˈzɜːrv/

deserve

値する
Meaning
To be worthy of something, usually a reward or punishment.
Example
She worked hard and deserves recognition.
彼女は一生懸命働き、認められる価値がある。
A2 noun /daʊt/

Doubt

疑い; 不信; 疑念
Meaning
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; distrust or suspicion
Example
There was no doubt in her mind that she had made the right decision.
彼女は自分が正しい決断を下したことに疑いを持っていなかった。
B2 verb /draʊn/

drown

溺れる
Meaning
to die or cause to die by being submerged in and inhaling water
Example
He nearly drowned while swimming in the river.
彼は川で泳いでいるときにほぼ溺れそうになった。
C1 adjective /dɪˈɡreɪdɪd/

degraded

劣化した
Meaning
Reduced in quality, dignity, or condition.
Example
The villagers were forced to live in degraded conditions.
村人たちは劣化した状態で暮らさざるを得なかった。
B2 noun /duːm/

doom

運命
Meaning
A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.
Example
The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom.
古代の予言は都市の運命を予見していた。
C2 adjective /ˌdɒktrɪˈnɛər/

doctrinaire

教条主義者
Meaning
stubbornly devoted to a theory or doctrine without regard to practical considerations
Example
His doctrinaire approach to politics alienated many supporters.
彼の教条主義的な政治アプローチは、多くの支持者を遠ざけた。
B2 noun /ˈdjuːəʊ/

duo

デュオ
Meaning
a pair of people or things, especially in music or entertainment
Example
The musical duo performed their latest hit at the concert.
その音楽デュオはコンサートで最新のヒットを演奏しました。
C2 noun /dɪˈkrɛpɪˌtjuːd/

decrepitude

衰退
Meaning
the state of being old, weak, and worn out
Example
The once-great empire fell into decrepitude.
かつて偉大だった帝国は衰退しました。
B2 verb /daɪ/

dye

染める
Meaning
to change the color of something using a chemical substance
Example
She will dye her hair blonde tomorrow.
彼女は明日髪を金髪に染める予定です。
B2 verb /dɪˈtætʃ/

detach

分離する
Meaning
to separate or remove something from something else
Example
She detached the page from the notebook.
彼女はノートからページを切り離しました。
C2 noun /daɪˈɡrɛʃən/

digression

逸脱
Meaning
A temporary departure from the main subject in speech or writing.
Example
Her story was full of interesting digressions.
彼女の話は面白い逸脱で満ちていました。
A2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə/

Data

データ
Meaning
facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis; information in digital form
Example
Scientists analyzed the data from thousands of experiments to reach their conclusion.
科学者たちは、何千もの実験から得られたデータを分析して、結論に達しました。
B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

恵まれない
Meaning
Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.
Example
The program provides support to disadvantaged children.
そのプログラムは恵まれない子供たちに支援を提供しています。
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 noun /ˌdɛrɪˈveɪʃən/

derivation

派生
Meaning
The origin or development of something from a source.
Example
The derivation of the word comes from Latin.
その単語の起源はラテン語から来ている。
A2 noun /drʌm/

Drum

ドラム
Meaning
a percussion instrument typically made of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched over one or both ends
Example
The drummer kept perfect time on his drum kit.
ドラマーは自分のドラムキットで完璧なリズムを刻んだ。
C2 adjective /ˈdɪstəl/

distal

遠位
Meaning
situated away from the center of the body or from the point of attachment
Example
The doctor examined the distal end of the patient’s arm.
医者は患者の腕の遠位端を調べました。
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。
B1 noun /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

definition

定義
Meaning
a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept
Example
The dictionary gives a clear definition of the word.
辞書はその言葉の明確な定義を示します。
B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Meaning
a young duck
Example
The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.
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 /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk ˈmaɪl.stəʊn/

diplomatic milestone

外交上のマイルストーン
Meaning
A significant achievement or important event in diplomatic relations.
Example
Hosting the summit was a diplomatic milestone.
サミットの開催は外交上のマイルストーンでした。
C2 noun /ˈdoʊtɪdʒ/

dotage

老年
Meaning
The period of old age, especially when one is weak or senile.
Example
He spent his dotage reminiscing about his youth.
彼は晩年を若い頃を思い出して過ごしました。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈhɑːrtənd/

Disheartened

落胆した
Meaning
discouraged; feeling dejected; losing hope or confidence
Example
She felt disheartened after failing the exam twice.
彼女は試験に2回失敗した後、落胆していました。
C1 adjective /dɪˈfɪʃənt/

Deficient

不足している
Meaning
not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking or inadequate
Example
His diet was deficient in essential vitamins.
彼の食事は必要なビタミンが不足していた。
C2 verb /dɪˈsɛvər/

dissever

分ける
Meaning
To separate or cut apart.
Example
The treaty sought to dissever the two hostile regions.
条約は二つの敵対的な地域を分割しようとした。
C1 adjective dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənl

dysfunctional

機能不全の
Meaning
Not operating normally or properly.
Example
The dysfunctional system led to numerous delays and errors.
機能不全のシステムは多くの遅延とエラーを引き起こしました。
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 verb /ˈdɪsləkeɪt/

dislocate

脱臼する
Meaning
To disturb the normal position of something, especially a joint in the body.
Example
He dislocated his shoulder while playing football.
彼はサッカーをしているときに肩を脱臼しました。
C2 adjective /dɪˈkrɛpɪt/

decrepit

老朽
Meaning
worn out or weakened by age or neglect
Example
The decrepit old house was on the verge of collapse.
その老朽化した家は崩壊寸前でした。
C1 adjective /dɪˈmɒnstrəbl/

demonstrable

証明可能
Meaning
clearly able to be shown or proven
Example
There was demonstrable evidence that he was innocent.
彼が無罪であることを示す証明可能な証拠がありました。
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 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。
B2 adjective /ˈdʌsti/

dusty

ほこりっぽい
Meaning
covered with or full of dust; dry and dull from lack of moisture or use
Example
The old bookshelf was dusty after years of neglect.
何年も放置された後、その古い本棚はほこりっぽかった。
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。
B2 noun /ˈdiː.sən.si/

Decency

品位
Meaning
behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability
Example
She had the decency to apologize for her mistake immediately.
彼女はすぐに自分の間違いを謝る品位を示しました。
B2 noun /ˈdiːlər/

dealer

ディーラー
Meaning
a person or business that buys and sells goods; someone who distributes
Example
The car dealer offered a discount to attract customers.
車のディーラーは顧客を引き付けるために割引を提供しました。
B2 noun /dæm/

Dam

ダム; 貯水池;
Meaning
a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal
Example
The massive dam provides electricity and controls flooding in the region.
巨大なダムはこの地域に電力を提供し、洪水を制御します。
C1 noun /ˈdeɪˌbreɪk/

daybreak

夜明け
Meaning
The time in the morning when daylight first appears; dawn.
Example
They set out on their journey at daybreak.
彼らは夜明けに旅を始めました。
C1 adjective /daɪˈvɜːrsɪfaɪd/

diversified

多様化された
Meaning
Made or having variety in form, nature, or content.
Example
The company adopted a diversified business strategy to reduce risks.
その会社はリスクを減らすために多様化されたビジネス戦略を採用した。
C2 noun /dɛnˈdrɒlədʒi/

dendrology

Meaning
the scientific study of trees and woody plants
Example
He is studying dendrology at the university.
C2 adjective /dɪˈmɒtɪk/

demotic

一般的な言語に関する
Meaning
relating to ordinary people or everyday language
Example
The poet used demotic language to connect with common readers.
詩人は一般の読者とつながるために一般的な言語に関する言葉を使った。
C1 noun /ˈdaʊn.pɔːr/

Downpour

豪雨; 急な大雨
Meaning
a heavy fall of rain; a sudden heavy rainfall
Example
The sudden downpour caught everyone off guard and soaked the outdoor event.
突然の豪雨でみんなが驚き、屋外イベントはずぶ濡れになった。
C2 adjective /ˈdæpər/

dapper

おしゃれで清潔
Meaning
Neat, stylish, and well-dressed in appearance.
Example
He looked very dapper in his new suit.
彼は新しいスーツでとてもおしゃれに見えた。
C2 verb /ˌdɪskəmˈpoʊz/

discompose

動揺させる
Meaning
To disturb the order or calmness of something or someone.
Example
The unexpected question seemed to discompose her.
予期しない質問が彼女を動揺させたようだ。
B1 verb /dɪˈfɛnd/

defend

守る
Meaning
To protect someone or something from harm or attack.
Example
The lawyer worked hard to defend her client.
弁護士は彼女のクライアントを守るために一生懸命働きました。
B2 adverb /ˈdɛspərətli/

desperately

必死に
Meaning
in a way that shows despair or great need
Example
He called for help desperately after the accident.
事故後、彼は必死に助けを求めた。
C2 noun /ˌdɛrɪˈlɪkʃən/

dereliction

職務怠慢
Meaning
the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty
Example
The officer was charged with dereliction of duty.
その役人は職務怠慢で起訴された。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Distinct

独特の; ユニークな; 明確な; 認識できる
Meaning
separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique
Example
Each painting has its own distinct style and character.
各々の絵画には、それぞれ独自のスタイルと特徴があります。
B1 noun /dəˈrɛktər/ or /daɪˈrɛktər/

director

監督
Meaning
a person who manages or oversees a company, department, or film
Example
The director gave final approval for the new movie script.
監督は新しい映画の脚本に最終承認を与えました。
C2 adjective /ˈdjuːtiəbl/

dutiable

課税対象
Meaning
subject to customs duty or tax
Example
Imported electronics are often dutiable at the border.
輸入された電子機器はしばしば国境で課税対象となります。
C1 noun /dɪˈkriː/

Decree

法令
Meaning
an official order issued by a legal authority; a judicial decision or edict
Example
The king issued a decree that all citizens must pay additional taxes.
王はすべての市民に追加の税金を支払うように命じる法令を出しました。
B2 verb /daɪˈvɜːrt/

divert

Meaning
to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain
Example
The police diverted traffic to a side road.
B1 adjective /dɪsˈɒnəst/

Dishonest

不正直な; 詐欺的な; ごまかしの
Meaning
not honest; fraudulent; deceitful
Example
The dishonest salesman tried to sell them a broken car.
その不正直な販売員は、壊れた車を売ろうとした。
C2 adjective /ˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪkəl/

dialectical

弁証法的
Meaning
Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.
Example
She took a dialectical approach to solve the complex issue.
彼女は複雑な問題を解決するために弁証法的なアプローチを取りました。
B2 noun /djuː/

Dew

露
Meaning
tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses
Example
The morning dew glistened on the grass.
朝露が草の上で輝いていました。
A1 noun /ˈdænsɪŋ/

dancing

Meaning
the activity of moving the body rhythmically to music
Example
They spent the evening dancing at the party.
C1 noun dɪˈskrep.ən.siz

discrepancies

不一致
Meaning
Differences between things that should be the same
Example
Discrepancies in regulations delay progress.
規則の不一致が進行を遅らせている。
C2 verb /ˈdɛsɪkreɪt/

desecrate

冒涜する
Meaning
to treat a sacred place or object with disrespect or violation
Example
The vandals desecrated the ancient temple walls with graffiti.
ヴァンダルたちは古代の寺院の壁をグラフィティで冒涜しました。
B1 adjective /ˈdefɪnət/

Definite

明確な; はっきりした; 特定の
Meaning
clearly stated or decided; not vague or uncertain; specific
Example
We need a definite answer by tomorrow.
私たちは明日までに明確な答えが必要です。
B2 adjective /dɪˈbeɪtəbl̩/

debatable

議論の余地がある
Meaning
open to discussion or doubt; not certain
Example
It is debatable whether the policy will work.
その政策が機能するかどうかは議論の余地がある。
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。
B2 verb /dɪˈstɔːrt/

distort

Meaning
to twist or change the shape, appearance, or meaning of something so it is not true or accurate
Example
The mirror distorted her reflection.
A2 noun /ˈdʌst.bɪn/

Dustbin

ゴミ箱
Meaning
a container for holding waste or garbage before disposal
Example
Please throw the paper into the dustbin after use.
使用後は紙をゴミ箱に捨ててください。
C1 adjective /ˈdaʊn.kæst/

downcast

Meaning
feeling sad, dejected, or with lowered eyes
Example
He looked downcast after hearing the bad news.
C2 noun /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃə/

differentia

区別する特徴
Meaning
A distinguishing characteristic that sets one thing apart from another.
Example
The differentia of humans is their ability to reason abstractly.
人間の区別する特徴は抽象的に考える能力です。
B1 noun /dɪˈpɑː.tʃər/

Departure

出発
Meaning
the action of leaving, especially to start a journey; a deviation from an established course
Example
The departure of the train was delayed by thirty minutes due to technical issues.
列車の出発は技術的な問題で30分遅れました。
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。
A2 noun /ˈdrɔːər/

drawer

引き出し
Meaning
a box-shaped storage compartment that slides in and out of furniture
Example
She kept her jewelry in the top drawer of the dresser.
彼女はジュエリーをドレッサーの上の引き出しに入れた。
C1 verb /diːˈfɒrɪst/

deforest

Meaning
to clear an area of trees, usually on a large scale
Example
The region has been heavily deforested for agriculture.
C2 noun /dɪˈstreɪnər/

distrainor

財産差し押さえ人
Meaning
a person, usually a landlord, who seizes another's property for unpaid debt or rent
Example
The distrainor took possession of the tenant's car until the debt was cleared.
ディストレイナーは、借金が清算されるまで、賃借人の車を押収しました。
C1 noun /dɪˈmiːnər/

demeanor

態度
Meaning
a person's outward behavior or appearance
Example
Her calm demeanor impressed everyone at the meeting.
彼女の冷静な態度は会議で皆に感銘を与えました。
C2 verb /ˈdɛpɪleɪt/

depilate

脱毛する
Meaning
to remove hair from the skin, especially by mechanical or chemical means
Example
She decided to depilate her legs before the event.
彼女はイベントの前に足を脱毛することに決めました。
C2 noun /djuːˈplɪsɪti/

duplicity

二重性
Meaning
Deceitfulness or double-dealing; dishonesty.
Example
Her duplicity was revealed during the investigation.
調査中に彼女の二重性が明らかになった。
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.ʃən/

Diversion

迂回
Meaning
the action of turning something aside from its course; an activity that diverts the mind
Example
The road closure forced a diversion through the countryside for all travelers.
道路の閉鎖により、すべての旅行者は田舎道を通って迂回することを余儀なくされました。
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。
B2 noun /ˈdeb.riː/

debris

破片
Meaning
Scattered pieces of waste or remains.
Example
Debris in the eyes causes irritation.
目に破片が入ると、刺激を引き起こします。
B1 verb/noun /ˈdiːkriːs/ (noun), /dɪˈkriːs/ (verb)

decrease

Meaning
To become or make something smaller or fewer in number, amount, or degree.
Example
The population of the town has decreased over the years.
B2 noun /dɪˈnaɪ.əl/

Denial

否認
Meaning
the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something
Example
His denial of involvement in the scandal was met with skepticism.
スキャンダルへの関与を否認した彼の姿勢は、疑念を持って受け止められました。
C2 noun /dɪˈsɛnʃən/

dissension

意見の相違
Meaning
Strong disagreement or difference of opinion, especially leading to discord within a group.
Example
The meeting ended in dissension among the committee members.
会議は委員会メンバー間の意見の相違で終了しました。
C2 noun /ˌdɛd ˈhiːt/

dead-heat

引き分け
Meaning
a race or contest in which two or more competitors finish exactly equal
Example
The race ended in a dead-heat between the two runners.
レースは二人のランナーの間で引き分けで終わった。
C2 noun /ˈdɛskænt/

descant

追加メロディー
Meaning
An additional melody or counterpoint sung or played above the main melody.
Example
The choir added a beautiful descant to the hymn.
合唱団は賛美歌に美しい追加メロディーを加えました。
C2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈvaʊəl/

disavowal

拒否
Meaning
the denial of any responsibility, connection, or support
Example
The politician issued a firm disavowal of the controversial remarks.
その政治家は物議を醸す発言に対して強い拒否を表明した。
C1 adjective /ˈdɒɡɪd/

dogged

執拗
Meaning
showing stubborn determination and persistence
Example
She succeeded through dogged determination.
彼女は執拗な決意で成功を収めました。
B2 verb/noun /ˌdɪsrɪˈɡɑːrd/

disregard

軽蔑
Meaning
To ignore something; lack of consideration or respect for something.
Example
He disregarded the warning signs and kept driving.
彼は警告のサインを無視して運転し続けました。
B1 verb /ˈdekəreɪt/

decorate

飾る
Meaning
to make something look more attractive by adding ornaments
Example
We will decorate the room for the party.
パーティーのために部屋を飾ります。
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。
C2 noun /dreɪk/

Drake

雄鴨
Meaning
a male duck; a type of waterfowl
Example
The drake led his family of ducks across the pond.
そのドレイクは、家族のカモたちを池の向こうに連れて行きました。
C2 noun /dɪˌlæpɪˈdeɪʃən/

dilapidation

荒廃
Meaning
The state of disrepair or ruin as a result of neglect.
Example
The old temple was in a state of dilapidation.
その古い寺院は廃墟の状態にありました。
B1 noun /ˌdek.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Decoration

装飾; 飾り; 賞;
Meaning
the process or art of decorating something; ornamental items used to beautify
Example
The Christmas decoration transformed the ordinary room into a festive wonderland.
クリスマスのデコレーションは、普通の部屋をお祝いのワンダーランドに変えました。
C2 verb /dɪˈbɪlɪteɪt/

debilitate

弱める
Meaning
to weaken or make someone or something infirm
Example
The long illness debilitated his strength.
長い病気が彼の力を弱めた。
C2 noun /djuːˈɛnə/

duenna

ガバーナント
Meaning
an older woman acting as a governess or chaperone, especially in Spanish families
Example
The young lady was accompanied by a duenna during the festival.
若い女性は祭りの間、デュエナに付き添われていました。
C1 noun /ˈdæmpər/

damper

力、効果、または興奮を減少または抑制するもの
Meaning
something that reduces or lessens the force, effect, or excitement
Example
The cancellation of the trip put a damper on their enthusiasm.
旅行のキャンセルは彼らの熱意をそぐことになった。
C2 noun /ˈdɒɡ roʊz/

Dog-rose

ドッグローズ
Meaning
A wild rose species with pink or white flowers and thorny stems, common in hedgerows
Example
The dog-rose bush grew wild along the countryside path.
ドッグローズの低木は、田舎の道沿いに野生で育ちました。
B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

行為; 偉業; 法的文書;
Meaning
an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership
Example
His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.
彼の英雄的な行為は子供を川で溺れさせないように救った。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈvɔːrs/

divorce

離婚
Meaning
the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage
Example
After years of conflict, they decided to get a divorce.
数年の対立の後、彼らは離婚することを決めました。
C1 adjective /ˈdestatəʊt/

Destitute

困窮した; 貧しい; 財産もお金もない
Meaning
extremely poor; without money or possessions
Example
Many families became destitute after the economic collapse.
経済崩壊後、多くの家族は困窮しました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/

devoted

献身的
Meaning
Very loving, loyal, or dedicated.
Example
She is a devoted mother who always puts her children first.
彼女は常に子供たちを最優先にする献身的な母親です。
B2 noun /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/

discomfort

不快感
Meaning
A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.
Example
She shifted in her chair due to discomfort in her back.
彼女は背中の不快感のために椅子で動きました。
A2 noun /drʌɡ/

drug

薬物
Meaning
a substance used as a medicine or an illegal addictive substance
Example
The doctor prescribed a new drug for the illness.
医者はその病気のために新しい薬を処方しました。
C2 noun /ˌdiːlɛkˈteɪʃən/

delectation

喜び
Meaning
great pleasure or delight
Example
She read the story aloud for the delectation of her friends.
彼女は友達の喜びのために物語を大声で読みました。
A2 noun dɪˈskʌʃ.ənz

discussions

議論
Meaning
The action or process of talking about something in order to reach a decision or to exchange ideas.
Example
Discussions promote collaboration.
ディスカッションは協力を促進します。
C2 adjective /dɪsˈpɛptɪk/

dyspeptic

消化不良, イライラした
Meaning
Relating to indigestion or having a gloomy or irritable disposition.
Example
After the heavy meal, he felt dyspeptic and uncomfortable.
重い食事の後、彼は消化不良で不快に感じました。
C1 verb, noun /dɪsˈkrɛdɪt/

discredit

信用を失わせる
Meaning
To harm the reputation of someone or something; loss of respect or credibility.
Example
The scandal discredited the politician in the eyes of the public.
スキャンダルは公衆の目で政治家を信用を失わせました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈvaɪn/

Divine

神聖な; 天上的な; 神のような; 神または神格に関連する
Meaning
heavenly; sacred; godlike; relating to God or a deity
Example
The divine beauty of the sunset took their breath away.
夕日の神聖な美しさは彼らの息を奪いました。
C2 noun /dɪˈdʒɛkʃən/

dejection

落胆
Meaning
a state of sadness, depression, or low spirits
Example
She sat in a state of dejection after hearing the bad news.
彼女は悪い知らせを聞いた後、落胆した状態で座っていた。
B1 noun /dʌst/

dust

ほこり
Meaning
Fine particles of matter.
Example
Road dust is a major pollutant in urban areas.
道路のほこりは都市部で主要な汚染物質です。
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.