B2 verb /dɪˈpɪkt/

depict

Meaning

to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form

Example

The painting depicts a beautiful sunset over the sea.

B2 verb /dɪsˈtɜːb/

disturb

邪魔する

Meaning

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

Example

Please don’t disturb me while I’m studying.

勉強している間に私を邪魔しないでください。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

disapprove

反対する

Meaning

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

Example

Many parents disapprove of smoking.

多くの親は喫煙を反対しています。

B2 noun /ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/

drainage

排水

Meaning

the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away

Example

Poor drainage caused flooding in the neighborhood.

悪い排水システムが近所での洪水を引き起こしました。

B2 noun /dɪˈstrækʃənz/

distractions

気を散らすもの

Meaning

Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.

Example

Eliminate distractions for better productivity.

生産性を高めるために、気を散らすものを排除してください。

B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

Meaning

causing harm or injury

Example

The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

争い, 論争

Meaning

a disagreement or argument about something important

Example

The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.

二国間で国境問題について争いが続いています。

B2 noun /ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

delegation

代表団

Meaning

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

Example

The delegation presented their country's agenda.

代表団は自国の議題を提示しました。

B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

二階建てバス

Meaning

a bus with two levels or floors for passengers

Example

The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.

赤いダブルデッカーバスはロンドンの有名なシンボルです。

B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

小人

Meaning

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

Example

Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.

白雪姫は7人の小人と一緒に暮らしていました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

落ち込んでいる

Meaning

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

Example

She felt depressed after losing her job.

彼女は仕事を失った後、落ち込んでいました。

B2 noun draʊt

drought

干ばつ

Meaning

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

Example

Drought impacts crop growth significantly.

干ばつは作物の成長に大きな影響を与えます。

B2 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

分母

Meaning

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

Example

In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.

3/4の分数では、4は分母です。

B2 adjective /dæmp/

damp

湿った

Meaning

slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way

Example

The room felt cold and damp after the rain.

雨の後、部屋は冷たくて湿っていると感じました。

B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

開発者

Meaning

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Example

She works as a software developer at a tech company.

彼女はテクノロジー企業でソフトウェア開発者として働いています。

B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

モリンガのさや

Meaning

long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries

Example

The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.

ドラムスティックは伝統的な魚カレーに独特な風味を加えます。

B2 noun /depθ/

Depth

深さ; 深いまたは深遠な特質

Meaning

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound

Example

The depth of the ocean in this area reaches over three thousand meters.

この地域の海の深さは3,000メートルを超えています。

B2 noun/verb /dræft/

draft

ドラフト

Meaning

A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.

Example

She finished the first draft of her novel.

彼女は小説の最初のドラフトを完成させました。

B2 noun /daɪˈnæmɪks/

dynamics

ダイナミクス

Meaning

the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process

Example

The dynamics of the team changed after the new manager joined.

新しいマネージャーが参加した後、チームのダイナミクスは変化しました。

B2 verb /dɪˈsɛnd/

descend

Meaning

To move or fall downward; to come or go down from a higher place.

Example

The hikers descended the steep mountain path.

B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊməsi/

diplomacy

Meaning

The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations or handling affairs tactfully.

Example

Effective diplomacy helped avoid the conflict.

B2 adjective /ˈdespərət/

Desperate

絶望的

Meaning

reckless; extremely urgent; critical

Example

The situation became desperate as water supplies ran out.

水の供給が尽きたとき、状況は絶望的になった。

B2 verb /dɪˈtekt/

detect

検出する

Meaning

to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious

Example

The security system can detect movement in the building.

セキュリティシステムは建物内の動きを検出できます。

B2 noun /dɪˈkeɪ/

Decay

腐敗; 分解; 老化

Meaning

the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration

Example

The old building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.

その古い建物は長年の無視の後、腐敗の兆しを示していた。

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。

B2 adverb dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li

deliberately

故意に

Meaning

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

Example

The actions were deliberately planned to cause harm.

行動は意図的に計画され、害を与えるために行われた。

B2 adjective /ˈdæz.lɪŋ/

Dazzling

眩しい; 印象的な

Meaning

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

Example

The dazzling lights of the city amazed the tourists.

その都市の眩い光は観光客を驚かせました。

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dənt/

Dependent

依存している; 扶養されている

Meaning

a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others

Example

As a tax dependent, she could not file her own tax return separately.

税金の扶養控除対象者として、彼女は自分の税務申告を別々に提出することができませんでした。

B2 noun /dɪˈfɛndər/

defender

ディフェンダー

Meaning

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

Example

The defender blocked the shot and saved the goal.

ディフェンダーはシュートをブロックし、ゴールを守った。

B2 noun /ˌdek.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Declaration

宣言; 発表; 告知

Meaning

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Example

The president's declaration of independence marked a historic moment for the nation.

大統領の独立宣言は、国にとって歴史的な瞬間を意味していました。

B2 adverb /ˈdʌbli/

doubly

二重に

Meaning

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

Example

She felt doubly fortunate after winning the prize and getting a promotion.

彼女は賞を受賞し、昇進した後、二重に幸運だと感じました。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

消毒する

Meaning

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

Example

The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.

看護師は包帯を巻く前に傷を消毒しました。

B2 noun /ˈdɛnɪmz/

denims

デニムのパンツ

Meaning

pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans

Example

He wore blue denims with a white shirt.

彼は白いシャツと青いデニムを履いていた。

B2 noun /daɪm/

dime

10セント硬貨

Meaning

a small coin, especially a U.S. coin worth ten cents

Example

He gave me a dime for the phone call.

電話のためにダイムを一枚くれました。

B2 verb /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪt/

devastate

荒廃させる

Meaning

to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage

Example

The hurricane devastated the coastal town.

ハリケーンは沿岸の町を荒廃させた。

B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

指名する

Meaning

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

Example

The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.

委員会は来週、新しい会長を指名する予定です。

B2 verb /dʌmp/

dump

何かを無駄に捨てるまたは放置する

Meaning

to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly

Example

He dumped all the trash into the bin.

彼はゴミをすべてゴミ箱に捨てた。

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

恥ずべき; 不名誉な; 非難に値する

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

彼の恥ずべき行動はパーティーでみんなを驚かせました。

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。

B2 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discreet

慎重な

Meaning

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

Example

She was discreet about the details of their conversation.

彼女は彼らの会話の詳細について慎重でした。

B2 noun /ˈdel.ɪ.ɡət/

Delegate

代表

Meaning

a person chosen or elected to act for or represent others; representative

Example

Each country sent a delegate to participate in the international conference.

各国は国際会議に参加するために代表を派遣しました。

B2 noun /ˈdʌmi/

dummy

ダミー / バカな人

Meaning

a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person

Example

The tailor used a dummy to display the dress.

仕立て屋はドレスを展示するためにダミーを使った。

B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

ドアマット

Meaning

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

Example

Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.

家に入る前にドアマットで足を拭いてください。

B2 noun /ˈdɛltə/

delta

デルタ

Meaning

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

Example

The Nile Delta is one of the most fertile regions in Egypt.

ナイル川デルタはエジプトで最も肥沃な地域の1つです。

B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

大胆; 危険を冒す意欲

Meaning

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

Example

The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.

山登りの冒険心は、ベースキャンプの皆に感動を与えました。

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 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

気になる

Meaning

causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress

Example

The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.

事故のニュースは非常に気分を害するものでした。

B2 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

差別; 不公平な扱い; 偏見

Meaning

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

Example

The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.

その企業は採用における人種差別で訴えられました。

B2 noun dɪˈplɔɪmənt

deployment

展開

Meaning

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

Example

The deployment of the new software was completed successfully.

新しいソフトウェアの展開は成功裏に完了しました。

B2 adjective /ˈdɛntəl/

dental

歯科の

Meaning

relating to teeth or dentistry

Example

She goes for a dental checkup every six months.

彼女は6か月ごとに歯科検診を受けます。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

取り壊す

Meaning

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

Example

The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.

その都市は新しいものを作るために古いスタジアムを取り壊すことに決めました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛndənt/

descendent

下降する

Meaning

Moving downward; going down or descending.

Example

The river followed a descendent course toward the valley.

川は谷に向かって下降するコースをたどった。

B2 noun /dɪˈstɜː.bəns/

Disturbance

騒乱; 邪魔; 不安

Meaning

the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; anxiety or mental uneasiness

Example

The loud music created a disturbance that bothered all the neighbors.

大きな音楽は、すべての隣人を困らせた騒乱を引き起こしました。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/

disinfectant

消毒剤

Meaning

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

Example

The cleaner sprayed disinfectant on the table.

清掃員はテーブルに消毒剤を噴霧しました。

B2 verb /dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

discharge

退院

Meaning

to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off

Example

The hospital will discharge the patient tomorrow.

病院は明日患者を退院させる。

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。

B2 adjective /dɪˈzaɪərəbl/

desirable

望ましい

Meaning

worth having or wanting; attractive

Example

The location of the house was highly desirable, with great views.

その家の場所は非常に望ましく、素晴らしい景色がありました。

B2 verb /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/

discriminate

Meaning

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.

Example

The law prohibits employers from discriminating against women.

B2 noun /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/

distribution

配布

Meaning

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

Example

The company manages the distribution of food supplies to rural areas.

その会社は農村地域への食品供給の配布を管理しています。

B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

送る

Meaning

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

Example

The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.

その会社は洪水の被害者に援助を発送しました。

B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

解雇する, 却下する

Meaning

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

Example

The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.

マネージャーは遅刻が多すぎるため、従業員を解雇しました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

dependable

信頼できる

Meaning

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

Example

She is a dependable colleague who always meets deadlines.

彼女はいつも締め切りを守る信頼できる同僚です。

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。

B2 noun dɪˈstrækʃən

distraction

気晴らし

Meaning

Something that prevents concentration or takes attention away from something else.

Example

Distraction during study time can hinder learning.

勉強中の気晴らしは学習を妨げることがあります。

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

deposit

預金, 手付金

Meaning

to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally

Example

She deposited $500 into her savings account.

彼女は貯金口座に500ドルを預けました。

B2 noun /daɪˈmen.ʃənz/

dimensions

次元

Meaning

Aspects or features of a situation, problem, or thing.

Example

New dimensions of space exploration are being uncovered.

宇宙探査の新しい次元が明らかになっています。

B2 adjective /dɪˈziːzd/

Diseased

病気の; 患者の

Meaning

affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

Example

The diseased tree had to be removed from the garden.

病気の木は庭から取り除かれなければならなかった。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

破壊的な

Meaning

causing damage; harmful

Example

The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.

ハリケーンは沿岸地域に非常に破壊的でした。

B2 noun /dɪsˈtrɛs/

distress

苦痛

Meaning

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.

悪い知らせを聞いたとき、彼は深い苦痛を感じました。

B2 verb, noun /dɒn/

don

着る / リーダー

Meaning

to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person

Example

She donned her coat before leaving.

彼女は出かける前にコートを着た。

B2 noun dɪˈveləpɪŋ ˈriːdʒənz

developing regions

発展途上地域

Meaning

Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development

Example

Pollution affects developing regions the most.

汚染は発展途上地域に最も影響を与えます。

B2 noun /dɪˈvoʊ.ʃən/

Devotion

献身; 忠誠; 熱意

Meaning

love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause

Example

Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.

他人を助けることへの献身が、彼女をコミュニティで愛される存在にしました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/

decisive

決定的

Meaning

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.

Example

Her decisive action saved the company from collapse.

彼女の決定的な行動が会社を崩壊から救った。

B2 verb dɪˈtɪrɪəˌreɪts

deteriorates

悪化する

Meaning

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

Example

The quality of air deteriorates due to pollution.

汚染によって大気の質が悪化する。

B2 adjective /dɪˈraɪvd/

derived

派生した

Meaning

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

Example

The word is derived from Latin.

その単語はラテン語から派生しています。

B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

破壊的な, 不安定にする

Meaning

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

Example

Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.

森林伐採は野生動物に破壊的な影響を与えます。

B2 noun /ˈdaɪ.vər/

Diver

ダイバー

Meaning

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

Example

The diver disappeared beneath the surface to catch a fish.

ダイバーは魚を捕まえるために水面下に消えました。

B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

推論

Meaning

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Example

His deduction from the evidence was accurate.

証拠から彼の推論は正確でした。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

開示

Meaning

the action of making something known or public

Example

The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.

会社の財務状況の開示は遅れました。

B2 noun /ˈdiːmən/

demon

悪魔

Meaning

an evil spirit or devil

Example

The story was about a demon who haunted the village.

その話は、村を恐怖に陥れたデーモンについてでした。

B2 verb /doʊz/

doze

うたた寝

Meaning

To sleep lightly for a short time.

Example

He dozed off while reading the book.

彼は本を読みながらうたた寝をした。

B2 adjective /dɪˌveləpˈmentl/

developmental

発展的

Meaning

relating to the process of growth or progress

Example

Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.

幼児期は学習にとって重要な発展的段階です。

B2 verb /drɪp/

drip

滴る

Meaning

to fall or let fall in drops

Example

Water was dripping from the broken pipe.

壊れたパイプから水が滴っていました。

B2 adverb /ˈden.sli/

densely

密に

Meaning

In a closely compacted or crowded manner.

Example

The area is densely covered with trees.

その地域は密に木々で覆われています。

B2 noun dɪˈskrɛʃən

discretion

慎重

Meaning

The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.

Example

She handled the situation with great discretion.

彼女は非常に慎重にその状況に対処しました。

B2 noun /dɔːn/

Dawn

夜明け

Meaning

the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something

Example

The fishermen set out to sea before dawn to catch the morning tide.

漁師たちは夜明け前に海に出て、朝の潮を捕まえました。

B2 adjective /ˈded.li/

Deadly

致命的な; 死亡の; 危険な

Meaning

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

Example

The deadly poison killed the plant instantly.

致命的な毒はその植物を瞬時に殺しました。

B2 noun /doʊs/

dose

用量

Meaning

a measured amount of a medicine or drug taken at one time

Example

The doctor prescribed one dose of the medicine every six hours.

医者は6時間ごとに1回薬のドーズを処方しました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfektɪv/

Defective

欠陥のある; 不完全な

Meaning

having faults or defects; imperfect

Example

The defective product was returned to the store.

欠陥のある製品は店に返品されました。

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。

B2 noun, verb /dɪˈfɔːlt/

default

デフォルト

Meaning

failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan

Example

The company defaulted on its loan payments.

会社はローンの支払いでデフォルトしました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈtætʃt/

detached

分離された, 無関心な

Meaning

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

Example

He lived in a detached house away from the city.

彼は都市から離れた分離された家に住んでいました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

壊滅的な

Meaning

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Example

The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.

ハリケーンは街に壊滅的な影響を与えました。

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。

B2 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

区別する

Meaning

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

Example

It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.

事実と意見を区別することは重要です。

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。

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 /ˈdɪɡ.nə.ti/

Dignity

尊厳, 名誉, 自尊

Meaning

the state of being worthy of honor or respect; composure and self-respect

Example

Despite facing hardships, she maintained her dignity throughout the ordeal.

困難に直面しても、彼女は試練を通して尊厳を保ち続けました。

B2 adjective /ˈduː.əl/

Dual

二重の

Meaning

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

Example

She has dual citizenship of both countries.

彼女は二つの国の二重国籍を持っています。

B2 noun /ˈdes.tə.ni/

Destiny

運命; 定め; 前定

Meaning

the events that will necessarily happen to someone in the future; fate or predetermined course

Example

She believed that meeting him was her destiny and meant to be.

彼女は彼に出会うことが運命だと信じていて、それは必ず起こることだと思っていた。

B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

デッキ / プラットフォーム

Meaning

A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.

Example

We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.

私たちはフェリーの上デッキから夕日を楽しみました。

B2 noun ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স

digital detox

デジタルデトックス

Meaning

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.

Example

A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.

デジタルデトックスは手の疲労を減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 noun /ˈdræɡ.ən.flaɪ/

Dragon-fly

トンボ

Meaning

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

Example

The dragonfly hovered over the pond.

トンボは池の上を飛んでいた。

B2 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

検出

Meaning

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

Example

The detection of fraud in the system was swift.

システム内での詐欺の検出は迅速でした。

B2 noun /dɪˈsep.ʃən/

Deception

欺瞞

Meaning

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

Example

The magician's deception amazed the audience with seemingly impossible tricks.

魔法使いの欺瞞は、観客を一見不可能なトリックで驚かせた。

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrɛst/

distressed

苦しんでいる

Meaning

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

She looked distressed after hearing the bad news.

悪い知らせを聞いた後、彼女は苦しんでいるように見えました。

B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

Meaning

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

Example

The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.

B2 noun daɪˈlem.ə

dilemma

ジレンマ, 困難な選択

Meaning

A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.

Example

She faced a moral dilemma at work.

彼女は職場で道徳的なジレンマに直面していた。

B2 verb /ˈdæzəl/

dazzle

魅了する

Meaning

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

Example

The magician's tricks dazzled the audience.

マジシャンのトリックは観客を驚かせた。

B2 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

恐ろしい; 恐怖を引き起こす; 恐ろしい

Meaning

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

Example

The weather was dreadful during our vacation.

私たちの休暇中、天気は恐ろしかった。

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 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

データベース

Meaning

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Example

The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.

会社の顧客情報は安全なデータベースに保存されています。

B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

障害

Meaning

a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities

Example

Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.

身体的な障害にもかかわらず、彼は車椅子レースで成功したアスリートになりました。

B2 noun /dɒk/

dock

ドック

Meaning

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

Example

The ship stayed at the dock for two days.

船はドックに2日間停泊していました。

B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

欠点; 不利な点; 問題

Meaning

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

Example

The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.

都市での生活の主な欠点は高い住宅費です。

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。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

変装; 偽装

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

スパイは敵に認識されないように精巧な変装をしていた。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

disagreeable

不快

Meaning

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Example

The weather was cold and disagreeable.

天気は寒くて不快だった。

B2 verb /ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/

dedicate

捧げる

Meaning

to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person

Example

She dedicated her life to helping the poor.

彼女は貧しい人々を助けるために自分の人生を捧げました。