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C1 noun ˌdɪdʒɪˈnɛəreɪʃən

degeneration

退化
Meaning
The process of decline or deterioration in structure or function.
Example
The degeneration of brain cells leads to cognitive decline.
脳細胞の退化は認知機能の低下を引き起こします。
C1 noun /ˈlɔːsuːt/

lawsuit

訴訟
Meaning
a legal case brought to a court of law by one person against another
Example
The company faced a lawsuit over false advertising.
その会社は虚偽広告に関する訴訟に直面した。
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmɪtrɪst/

optometrist

オプトメトリスト
Meaning
A healthcare professional who examines eyes and prescribes corrective lenses.
Example
The optometrist prescribed new glasses for her.
オプトメトリストは彼女に新しい眼鏡を処方しました。
C1 adjective /ˈɡriːvəs/

grievous

重大
Meaning
Causing great pain, suffering, or sorrow.
Example
The accident was a grievous blow to the community.
その事故はコミュニティにとって重大な打撃でした。
C1 noun /ɪˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/

elaboration

詳細な説明 / 拡張
Meaning
the process of adding more detail or expanding on something
Example
The teacher appreciated the student's elaboration of the topic.
先生は学生のトピックの詳細な説明を評価しました。
C1 noun /ˈwiː.vər/

Weaver

織り手
Meaning
a person who makes cloth by interlacing threads on a loom
Example
The skilled weaver created intricate patterns on the silk fabric.
熟練した織り手は、シルク生地に複雑な模様を作り出しました。
C1 noun /ˌmɛrɪˈtɒkrəsi/

meritocracy

メリトクラシー
Meaning
A system in which advancement is based on individual ability or achievement.
Example
In a true meritocracy, the most capable people rise to leadership positions.
真のメリトクラシーでは、最も有能な人々がリーダーシップの地位に上がります。
C1 noun /ˈbaɪ.laɪn/

byline

作家の名前の行
Meaning
A line in a newspaper or magazine article that names the writer.
Example
Her byline appeared on the front page of the newspaper.
彼女の名前は新聞の一面に載っていました。
C1 noun /ˈpraɪməsi/

primacy

優先
Meaning
the state of being first in importance or authority
Example
The primacy of education cannot be denied.
教育の優先性は否定できません。
C1 adjective /maɪˈɑːpɪk/

myopic

近視的な、視野が狭い
Meaning
lacking foresight or long-term perspective; also refers to nearsightedness
Example
The company’s myopic strategy led to long-term losses.
その会社の近視的な戦略は、長期的な損失を招いた。
C1 verb /ˌʌn.dəˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

undercharge

過少に請求する
Meaning
To charge less than the correct or fair amount.
Example
The shopkeeper accidentally undercharged me for the groceries.
店主は私に食料品を過少に請求しました。
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 verb /trəˈvɜːrs/

traverse

横断する
Meaning
To travel across or through something.
Example
They traversed the desert on camels.
彼らはラクダで砂漠を横断した。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌbɛər/

forebear

先祖
Meaning
An ancestor, especially one who lived a long time ago.
Example
He often speaks of his forebears with great respect.
彼はしばしば自分の先祖について尊敬を込めて話します。
C1 noun /rɪˈvɒl.vər/

Revolver

リボルバー
Meaning
a pistol with revolving chambers enabling several shots to be fired without reloading
Example
The detective drew his revolver from its holster.
探偵はホルスターからリボルバーを抜き取った。
C1 verb /pəˈveɪd/

pervade

広がる
Meaning
to spread through and be present in every part of something
Example
The smell of fresh flowers pervaded the entire room.
新鮮な花の香りが部屋全体に広がった。
C1 verb /ˈtrɪkl̩/

trickle

滴る
Meaning
To flow or fall in a small, slow stream or drops.
Example
Water began to trickle down the wall after the heavy rain.
激しい雨の後、水は壁をゆっくりと流れ始めた。
C1 verb /ˈpærəlaɪz/

paralyze

麻痺させる
Meaning
to cause someone or something to lose the ability to move or function normally
Example
The sudden shock seemed to paralyze him.
突然の衝撃が彼を麻痺させたようだった。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrviəs/

impervious

透過しない
Meaning
Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by something.
Example
The jacket is impervious to rain.
ジャケットは雨に透過しません。
C1 verb /ˈstoʊnwɔːl/

stonewall

妨害する
Meaning
To delay or block progress by refusing to cooperate or answer
Example
The witness tried to stonewall during the investigation.
証人は調査中にストーンウォールしようとしました。
C1 noun /ˈlɛk.sɪ.kɒn/

lexicon

語彙
Meaning
The vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge; a collection of words and terms.
Example
A translator must have a vast lexicon of both languages.
翻訳者は両方の言語の広大な語彙を持っていなければならない。
C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

pertinent

関連する
Meaning
Relevant or applicable to a particular matter.
Example
She asked a pertinent question during the meeting.
彼女は会議中に関連する質問をしました。
C1 adjective kənˈten.ʃəs

contentious

論争のある
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.
Example
The contentious issue divided global leaders.
その論争的な問題は、世界のリーダーたちを分裂させました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/

indignant

憤慨した
Meaning
Feeling or showing anger at something considered unfair or unjust.
Example
She was indignant when accused of cheating.
彼女は不正行為を非難されたとき、憤慨していた。
C1 verb /rɪˈsiːd/

recede

後退する
Meaning
To move back or further away from a previous position.
Example
The floodwaters began to recede after the heavy rain stopped.
激しい雨が止んだ後、洪水は後退し始めました。
C1 noun /ˈfɪʃˌmʌŋ.ɡər/

fishmonger

魚屋
Meaning
a person or store that sells fish
Example
I bought fresh salmon from the local fishmonger.
私は地元の魚屋で新鮮なサーモンを買いました。
C1 noun /ˌkʌl də ˈsæk/

cul de sac

袋小路
Meaning
A street or passage closed at one end; a dead end.
Example
They bought a house at the end of a quiet cul de sac.
彼らは静かな袋小路の先に家を買いました。
C1 adjective /ˈroʊtəri/

rotary

回転式
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by rotation; revolving around an axis.
Example
The machine uses a rotary engine to function efficiently.
その機械は効率的に動作するためにロータリーエンジンを使用しています。
C1 verb /ˈfɜːrmɛnt/

ferment

化学的なプロセスを経て、糖分がアルコールや酸に変換されること; 変化を促進または引き起こすこと
Meaning
to undergo a chemical process where sugars are converted to alcohol or acid; to incite or stir up change
Example
The grapes are left to ferment for several weeks.
ぶどうは数週間発酵させられます。
C1 adjective ˌsəʊsɪəʊpəˈlɪtɪkəl

sociopolitical

社会政治的
Meaning
Combining social and political factors.
Example
Sociopolitical factors often influence public policy decisions.
社会政治的要因はしばしば公共政策決定に影響を与えます。
C1 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈæn.ju.əl/

semiannual

半年ごと
Meaning
Occurring twice a year; every six months.
Example
The company holds a semiannual meeting with all employees.
会社は6ヶ月ごとに全社員との会議を開きます。
C1 adjective ˈtæs.ɪt

tacit

暗黙の
Meaning
Understood or implied without being openly expressed or stated
Example
Their mutual understanding was based on tacit agreement.
彼らの相互理解は暗黙の合意に基づいていました。
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。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɪ.prə.kəl/

Reciprocal

相互の; 互恵的な; 両者で平等に分け合う;
Meaning
given or done in return; mutual; shared equally by both parties;
Example
The two countries have a reciprocal trade agreement.
二国間には相互の貿易協定があります。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrmən/

foreman

労働者のグループを担当する人、特に工場や建設現場で
Meaning
a person in charge of a group of workers, especially in a factory or construction site
Example
The foreman supervised the workers on the construction site.
フォアマンは建設現場で作業員を監督しました。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.ləs/

pitiless

無慈悲
Meaning
showing no pity or compassion; cruel
Example
The pitiless ruler ignored the suffering of his people.
無慈悲な支配者は自分の民の苦しみを無視した。
C1 noun /ˈæntɪˌdoʊt/

antidote

解毒剤
Meaning
A substance that neutralizes the effects of a poison; something that relieves or counteracts.
Example
The doctor quickly administered an antidote to the snake venom.
医者は素早く蛇の毒に解毒剤を投与した。
C1 noun /ˈdɛməɡɒɡ/

demagogue

デマゴーグ
Meaning
A political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument.
Example
The crowd was swayed by the fiery speeches of the demagogue.
群衆はデマゴーグの情熱的な演説に影響された。
C1 noun /ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən/

compilation

コンピレーション
Meaning
a collection of things, especially pieces of writing or music, gathered together
Example
The book is a compilation of his best essays.
その本は彼の最高のエッセイのコンピレーションです。
C1 adjective ˈkwɒn.tɪ.faɪ.ə.bəl

quantifiable

定量可能な
Meaning
Able to be expressed or measured as a quantity; capable of being counted or calculated.
Example
The impact of the project is quantifiable.
プロジェクトの影響は定量可能です。
C1 adjective /ɔːˌθɒr.ɪˈteə.ri.ən/

authoritarian

権威主義者
Meaning
Demanding absolute obedience to authority; excessively controlling or strict in governance.
Example
Authoritarian parenting often limits a child's independence.
権威主義的な育児は、しばしば子供の独立性を制限します。
C1 noun/verb /reɪn/

rein

Meaning
A strap used to control a horse; to control or guide something.
Example
The rider pulled the rein to stop the horse.
C1 noun /ˈhɔː.kər/

Hawker

屋台販売者
Meaning
a person who travels about selling goods, typically from door to door or on the street
Example
The hawker sold fresh fruits from his cart.
屋台販売者は彼のカートから新鮮な果物を売っていた。
C1 noun ˌdiːˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

deregulation

規制緩和
Meaning
The removal or reduction of government regulations in an economic sector.
Example
Deregulation has increased competition in the telecommunications sector.
規制緩和は通信業界で競争を促進しました。
C1 noun /vəˈræs.ə.ti/

veracity

真実性
Meaning
Conformity to facts; accuracy and truthfulness.
Example
The journalist checked the veracity of the report.
ジャーナリストは報告書の真実性を確認しました。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈstrʌktəbl/

indestructible

壊れない
Meaning
Impossible to destroy or break.
Example
The superhero's shield was said to be indestructible.
スーパーヒーローの盾は壊れないと言われていました。
C1 noun /ˈθɪk.ɪt/

Thicket

茂み; 低木の成長
Meaning
a dense group of bushes or trees; a thick growth of shrubs
Example
The rabbit disappeared into the thicket.
ウサギは茂みに消えました。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.əl.mæn/

Middleman

仲介者
Meaning
A person who acts as an intermediary between two parties in a business transaction
Example
They decided to cut out the middleman and sell directly to customers.
彼らは仲介者を排除し、直接顧客に販売することに決めました。
C1 noun /ˈɒktəɡən/

octagon

八角形
Meaning
A polygon with eight sides and eight angles.
Example
The stop sign is shaped like an octagon.
ストップサインは八角形をしています。
C1 verb /kəmˈprɛs/

compress

圧縮する
Meaning
to press or squeeze something so that it becomes smaller
Example
The file was compressed to save storage space.
ファイルは圧縮されてストレージスペースを節約しました。
C1 noun /ɪɡˈzɛkjətər/

executor

遺言執行者
Meaning
A person appointed to carry out the terms of someone's will after their death.
Example
The executor managed the estate according to the deceased’s wishes.
遺言執行者は故人の意志に従って財産を管理しました。
C1 noun /waɪld bɔːr/

Wild-Boar

野生のイノシシ
Meaning
a wild pig that lives in forests and has long curved teeth
Example
The wild boar ran through the forest quickly.
ワイルドボアは森を速く駆け抜けた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈlaɪvən/

enliven

活気づける
Meaning
to make something more lively, interesting, or cheerful
Example
Her jokes helped enliven the dull meeting.
彼女の冗談は退屈な会議を活気づける手助けをした。
C1 verb /per/

pare

皮をむく
Meaning
to cut away the outer covering or reduce something gradually
Example
She pared the apple before eating it.
彼女はリンゴを食べる前に皮をむいた。
C1 noun /kjʊˈreɪtər/

curator

キュレーター
Meaning
a person who is responsible for the care and management of a museum, gallery, or collection
Example
The curator organized a new exhibition of ancient artifacts.
キュレーターは新しい古代の遺物の展示を組織しました。
C1 noun /bɪˈriːvmənt/

bereavement

Meaning
The state of having lost a loved one through death.
Example
She received many letters of sympathy during her time of bereavement.
C1 verb /ˈbʌŋɡəl/

bungle

台無しにする
Meaning
To carry out a task clumsily or incompetently.
Example
He bungled the presentation and confused the audience.
彼はプレゼンテーションを台無しにし、聴衆を混乱させました。
C1 noun /ˌræʃəˈnæl/

rationale

根本的な理由
Meaning
the underlying reason or explanation for something
Example
The rationale behind his decision was clearly explained.
彼の決断の背後にある理由は明確に説明されました。
C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

詳細への注意
Meaning
Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Example
His meticulousness made the project successful.
彼のメティキュラスネスはプロジェクトを成功させました。
C1 adjective /ˈsæv.i/

savvy

賢い, 熟練した
Meaning
Having practical knowledge and the ability to make good judgments.
Example
She is a tech-savvy entrepreneur.
彼女はテクノロジーに詳しい起業家です。
C1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.tə.di/

Custody

監護; 拘留; 保護
Meaning
the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; imprisonment or detention
Example
After the divorce, they shared custody of their children equally.
離婚後、彼らは子供たちの監護権を平等に分けました。
C1 adjective /ˈdaʊ.ər/

dour

厳格
Meaning
relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance
Example
His dour expression made the meeting uncomfortable.
彼の厳格な表情は会議を不快にした。
C1 noun /ˈliːdʒən/

legion

大規模な人々のグループ、特に兵士; 大量
Meaning
a large group of people, especially soldiers; a great number
Example
The Roman army was divided into legions.
ローマ軍は軍団に分かれていました。
C1 noun ˈledʒ.ɪ.slə.tʃər

legislature

立法機関
Meaning
The legislative body of a country or state; the branch of government that makes laws.
Example
The legislature drafts laws for governance.
立法機関は統治のための法律を起草します。
C1 noun fɔːlt ˈtɒl.ər.əns

fault-tolerance

フォールトトレランス
Meaning
The ability of a system to continue operating properly in the event of the failure of some of its components.
Example
Fault-tolerance ensures dependable systems.
フォールトトレランスは信頼性のあるシステムを保証します。
C1 verb /ˈɡlɔːrɪfaɪ/

glorify

讃える
Meaning
to praise or honor someone or something; to make something seem better than it is
Example
The movie glorifies war heroes.
その映画は戦争の英雄を美化している。
C1 noun /ˈklaɪəntɛl/

clientele

顧客層
Meaning
The clients or customers of a professional person or business.
Example
The salon's clientele includes many high-profile individuals.
そのサロンの顧客層には多くの高いプロフィールを持つ人物が含まれています。
C1 noun /ˈsɪ.nɪk/

Cynic

皮肉屋; 疑い深い人
Meaning
a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest; someone who is skeptical about human nature
Example
The old cynic believed that politicians only cared about getting votes.
その古い皮肉屋は政治家がただ票を得ることにしか関心がないと信じていた。
C1 noun /ˈfaɪərɑːm/

firearm

火器
Meaning
a weapon capable of firing a projectile using gunpowder or other propellant
Example
The police found a hidden firearm during the investigation.
警察は調査中に隠された銃器を発見しました。
C1 noun /brɪm/

Brim

縁; ヘリ
Meaning
the projecting edge of a hat; the edge or lip of something
Example
The wide brim of his hat protected him from the scorching sun.
彼の帽子の広い縁は彼を焼けつくような太陽から守ってくれた。
C1 verb /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

brutalize

残虐に扱う
Meaning
to treat someone with extreme violence or cruelty; to make something harsh or cruel
Example
The regime was accused of brutalizing innocent civilians.
その政権は無実の民間人を残虐に扱ったとして非難された。
C1 adjective /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪpt/

stereotyped

固定観念的な
Meaning
Conforming to a fixed or oversimplified idea of what someone or something is like.
Example
His stereotyped jokes failed to impress the audience.
彼の固定観念的なジョークは観客を感動させられなかった。
C1 adjective ɪnˈkʌm.bənt

incumbent

義務的な
Meaning
necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.
Example
It is incumbent upon all citizens to obey the law.
すべての市民が法律を守るのは義務である。
C1 adjective /ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/

altruistic

利他的な
Meaning
Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others.
Example
Her altruistic nature led her to volunteer for charities.
彼女の利他的な性格は、チャリティー活動のボランティアをするよう促した。
C1 verb /ɪmˈploʊd/

implode

内爆
Meaning
To collapse or burst inward violently.
Example
The old building imploded during the demolition.
古い建物は解体中に内向きに崩壊しました。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

impertinent

無礼な
Meaning
rude and showing a lack of respect
Example
It was impertinent of him to question the manager's decision.
マネージャーの決定に疑問を呈するのは無礼でした。
C1 noun /ˈmɔːr.nər/

Mourner

喪に服する人
Meaning
a person who attends a funeral or shows grief for someone who has died
Example
The mourners gathered at the cemetery to pay their respects.
喪に服する人々は墓地に集まり、敬意を表しました。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˌɒpərəˈbɪləti/

interoperability

相互運用性
Meaning
The ability of computer systems or software to exchange and make use of information.
Example
The interoperability of different software systems ensures seamless workflow.
異なるソフトウェアシステムの相互運用性は、シームレスな作業の流れを確保します。
C1 noun /ˈkɒnɪfər/

conifer

針葉樹
Meaning
a type of tree that bears cones and evergreen needle-like leaves, such as pine or fir
Example
The forest is dominated by conifers like pine and spruce.
森林は松やモミの木などの針葉樹によって支配されています。
C1 adjective /ɛnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdɪk/

encyclopedic

百科事典的
Meaning
Having comprehensive knowledge of many subjects; relating to or characteristic of an encyclopedia.
Example
Her encyclopedic knowledge of history amazed everyone at the conference.
彼女の歴史に関する百科事典的な知識は、会議でみんなを驚かせた。
C1 noun /rɪˈsɜː.dʒəns/

resurgence

再生
Meaning
An increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence.
Example
The city saw a resurgence in tourism after the pandemic.
都市はパンデミック後、観光業の再生を見ました。
C1 verb /riːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

refurbish

改装する
Meaning
To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.
Example
The company decided to refurbish its old office.
その会社は古いオフィスを改装することを決定しました。
C1 noun /krʊk/

crook

詐欺師
Meaning
a dishonest person, especially a criminal
Example
The police finally caught the crook who had been stealing cars.
警察は最終的に車を盗んでいた詐欺師を捕まえました。
C1 noun /noʊm/

gnome

ノーム
Meaning
a small mythical creature, often depicted as a bearded man living underground; also a figurine used in gardens
Example
The garden was decorated with a gnome statue.
庭にはノームの像が飾られていました。
C1 noun /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

perjury

偽証
Meaning
The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after taking an oath.
Example
She was convicted of perjury after giving false evidence.
彼女は偽証罪で有罪判決を受けた。
C1 noun /kʌˈstoʊ.di.ən/

Custodian

守衛; 管理人; 監督者
Meaning
a person who has responsibility for or looks after something; a caretaker or guardian
Example
The school custodian ensures that all buildings are clean and secure.
学校の管理人はすべての建物が清潔で安全であることを確認します。
C1 noun /ˈken.əl/

Kennel

犬小屋; 犬の繁殖や預かりを行う施設
Meaning
a small shelter for a dog; an establishment for the breeding or boarding of dogs
Example
The dog slept comfortably in his wooden kennel in the backyard.
犬は裏庭の木製のケネルで快適に寝ていました。
C1 noun /ˈbɑn.dɪdʒ/

Bondage

奴隷状態; 拘束
Meaning
the state of being a slave; the state of being under the control of a force or influence
Example
The people fought to escape from the bondage of oppression.
人々は圧政の束縛から逃れるために戦った。
C1 adjective /bɪˈfɪt.ɪŋ/

Befitting

適切な; ふさわしい; 特定の状況や人に適している
Meaning
appropriate; suitable; proper for a particular situation or person
Example
He wore formal attire befitting the important occasion.
彼は重要な機会にふさわしい正式な服を着ていた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈɡroʊs/

engross

夢中
Meaning
to absorb all the attention or interest of someone
Example
She was so engrossed in the book that she forgot the time.
彼女は本に夢中になりすぎて時間を忘れてしまいました。
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/

Mistrust

不信
Meaning
Lack of trust; suspicion or doubt about someone or something
Example
There was deep mistrust between the two political parties.
二つの政治的政党の間に深い不信があった。
C1 verb /slɪŋk/

slink

忍び寄る
Meaning
to move quietly and secretly, often to avoid being noticed
Example
The cat slunk into the room without making a sound.
その猫は音を立てずに部屋に忍び込んだ。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪp.lət/

triplet

三つ子
Meaning
One of three children or animals born at the same time to the same mother.
Example
The family was surprised to have triplets instead of twins.
その家族は双子ではなく三つ子を持つことに驚いていました。
C1 adjective /ˈskænti/

Scanty

小さいサイズまたは量; 不十分; ほとんど十分
Meaning
small in size or amount; insufficient; barely adequate
Example
The refugee camp had scanty food supplies.
難民キャンプにはわずかな食料供給がありました。
C1 noun, adjective /ˈrɛvərənd/

reverend

牧師, 尊敬される
Meaning
A title of respect used for members of the clergy; deserving deep respect.
Example
The Reverend gave an inspiring sermon at the church.
レヴァレンドは教会で感動的な説教をしました。
C1 adjective /ˈpæs.ə.bəl/

passable

受け入れ可能
Meaning
good enough to be accepted, though not excellent
Example
The road is barely passable after the storm.
嵐の後、道はかろうじて通行可能です。
C1 noun /ˈɑd.ɪ.ti/

Oddity

珍奇な現象
Meaning
something that is strange or unusual; a peculiar trait
Example
His habit of sleeping standing up was considered an oddity.
彼の立って寝る習慣は珍奇な現象と見なされていました。
C1 adjective /məˈnæstɪk/

monastic

修道的な
Meaning
Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.
Example
He chose to live a monastic life away from the city.
彼は都市から離れた修道的な生活を選んだ。
C1 noun /ˈkɒndɪmənt/

condiment

調味料/ソース
Meaning
a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food
Example
Ketchup is a popular condiment in many countries.
ケチャップは多くの国で人気の調味料です。
C1 verb /ˈmʌtər/

mutter

呟く
Meaning
to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation
Example
He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.
彼は歩きながら何かを呟いた。
C1 verb /ˌrɛzəˈrɛkt/

resurrect

復活させる
Meaning
To bring back to life or revive something from the past.
Example
The director decided to resurrect the old play for a new audience.
監督は新しい観客のために古い劇を復活させることに決めました。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌɡɑːrmənt/

undergarment

下着
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn under outer clothes, usually next to the skin
Example
He bought new undergarments for the wedding.
彼は結婚式のために新しい下着を買いました。
C1 noun /bɑːrb/

barb

とげ、鋭いコメント
Meaning
a sharp projection such as on a fishhook; a cutting remark
Example
The fishhook has a small barb to keep the fish from escaping.
釣り針には、魚が逃げないように小さなとげがあります。
C1 adjective /ˈprɛdəˌtɔri/

predatory

捕食者/搾取者
Meaning
Relating to animals that prey on others; exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.
Example
The predatory bird swooped down on its prey.
捕食性の鳥は獲物に向かって急降下した。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkwaɪ.ət/

Unquiet

落ち着かない; 不安な; 動揺した
Meaning
restless; unable to remain still or quiet; anxious or troubled
Example
She spent an unquiet night worrying about the exam results.
彼女は試験結果を心配して落ち着かない夜を過ごした。
C1 noun /ˈnep.ə.tɪz.əm/

Nepotism

縁故主義
Meaning
the practice of favoring relatives or friends in business or politics
Example
The company was accused of nepotism in its hiring practices.
その会社は採用活動においてネポティズムを行っていると非難された。
C1 noun/verb /kruːˈseɪd/

crusade

十字軍、激しいキャンペーン
Meaning
a vigorous campaign for a social, political, or religious cause; to fight passionately for a cause
Example
She has been crusading for women's rights all her life.
彼女は一生を女性の権利のために戦っています。
C1 adjective /ˈbleɪmləs/

blameless

非の打ち所がない
Meaning
innocent of wrongdoing; not deserving blame
Example
She remained calm and blameless throughout the investigation.
彼女は調査中ずっと冷静で非の打ち所がなかった。
C1 adjective /ˌpæn.əˈræm.ɪk/

panoramic

パノラマビュー
Meaning
Giving a wide view of an extensive area in all directions.
Example
The hotel offers panoramic views of the ocean.
ホテルは海のパノラミックビューを提供します。
C1 noun dʒəˈnɛt.ɪk ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

genetic modification

遺伝子改変
Meaning
The process of altering the genetic code of plants or animals.
Example
Genetic modification enhances crop resistance to pests and diseases.
遺伝子改変は作物の害虫や病気に対する耐性を高めます。
C1 verb /əˈkleɪm/

acclaim

称賛する
Meaning
to praise enthusiastically and publicly
Example
The audience acclaimed the actor for his outstanding performance.
観客はその俳優の素晴らしい演技に喝采を送った。
C1 adjective /ˈbrɪtl/

brittle

壊れやすい
Meaning
easily broken or cracked; hard but liable to break
Example
The glass was so brittle that it cracked easily.
ガラスはとても壊れやすくて、簡単に割れました。
C1 verb /bɔːl/

bawl

大声で泣く
Meaning
to shout or cry loudly
Example
The baby bawled all night, keeping everyone awake.
赤ちゃんは一晩中泣き続け、みんなを起こしてしまった。
C1 noun /ˌres.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Recitation

朗読
Meaning
the action of reciting or repeating aloud from memory
Example
The poetry recitation contest was held in the auditorium.
詩の朗読大会はホールで行われました。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɛntri/

gentry

上流社会
Meaning
People of good social position, usually of high birth or wealthy landowners
Example
The gentry of the town gathered for the annual ball.
町の上流社会の人々は年次の舞踏会に集まりました。
C1 noun /ˈdʒiː.nəs/

genus

属
Meaning
a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family
Example
The tiger belongs to the genus Panthera.
トラはパンサー属に属します。
C1 verb /kɜːrˈteɪl/

curtail

制限する
Meaning
to reduce or limit something, especially something considered undesirable
Example
The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts.
予算削減のため、会社は支出を削減しなければなりませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈkɒndjuɪt/ or /ˈkɑːnduɪt/

conduit

導管 / 手段
Meaning
a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information
Example
The cable was placed inside a protective conduit.
ケーブルは保護された導管内に配置されました。
C1 adjective /dɪˈfʌŋkt/

defunct

営業停止、廃止
Meaning
No longer existing, operating, or functioning.
Example
The company became defunct after the financial crisis.
その会社は金融危機の後で廃業しました。
C1 adjective /ˈpen.ɪ.ləs/

Penniless

無一文; 極貧; 完全に金がない
Meaning
having no money; extremely poor; completely without funds
Example
After losing his job, he became penniless.
仕事を失った後、彼は無一文になった。
C1 adjective /ˈbɛndi/

bendy

柔軟な
Meaning
Easily curved or flexible.
Example
The bendy straw made it easier to drink from the cup.
曲がるストローでカップから飲むのが楽になった。