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C1 noun /ˌdev.əˈtiː/

Devotee

信者; 献身者
Meaning
a person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about someone or something
Example
As a devotee of classical music, she attended every concert in the city.
クラシック音楽の信者として、彼女は都市のすべてのコンサートに参加していました。
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 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。
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 /djuːˈɛt/

duet

デュエット
Meaning
a musical performance by two singers or instrumentalists
Example
They sang a beautiful duet together on stage.
彼らはステージで一緒に美しいデュエットを歌った。
C2 verb /dɪˈkæmp/

decamp

逃げる
Meaning
To depart suddenly or secretly, often to avoid trouble or escape.
Example
The thief decamped before the police arrived.
泥棒は警察が到着する前に逃げました。
B2 noun /ˈden.sə.ti/

Density

密度
Meaning
the degree of compactness of a substance; the quantity of something per unit area
Example
The density of population in the city center is extremely high.
市の中心部の人口密度は非常に高い。
C1 noun /ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt/

dialect

方言
Meaning
A particular form of a language spoken in a specific region or by a specific group.
Example
He speaks a dialect of Bengali that is common in rural areas.
彼は田舎で一般的なベンガル語の方言を話します。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈdʌktaɪl/

ductile

延性
Meaning
capable of being stretched into a thin wire without breaking; easily influenced
Example
Gold is a very ductile metal.
金は非常に延性のある金属です。
C1 noun /draɪ ˈtʃɪl.i/

Dry Chilli

乾燥唐辛子
Meaning
dried chili peppers used as spice for adding heat to food
Example
The recipe calls for two dry chillies to make it spicy.
レシピにはそれを辛くするために2つの乾燥唐辛子が必要です。
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。
C2 noun /ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt/

disrepute

悪名
Meaning
the state of being held in low esteem or having a bad reputation
Example
The scandal brought the politician into disrepute.
そのスキャンダルは政治家を悪名に追いやった。
A1 noun /dɪˈsɛmbər/

december

12月
Meaning
the twelfth and last month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
December is usually cold in many countries.
12月は多くの国で寒いです。
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。
C2 noun /daɪˈvɛstɪtʃər/

divestiture

事業売却
Meaning
the action of selling off or disposing of business interests or assets
Example
The divestiture of the subsidiary was completed last year.
子会社の事業売却は昨年完了しました。
A2 noun /deθ/

Death

死
Meaning
the end of life; the permanent cessation of vital functions
Example
The death of the great leader was mourned by the entire nation.
偉大な指導者の死は国全体で悲しまれました。
C2 adjective /dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

derogative

侮辱的
Meaning
Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.
Example
He made a derogative remark about her work.
彼は彼女の仕事について侮辱的な発言をした。
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。
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。
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。
C2 verb /drɔːl/

drawl

だらだらと話す
Meaning
to speak in a slow, lazy way with prolonged vowel sounds
Example
He tends to drawl when he is tired.
彼は疲れているときに、だらだらと話す傾向があります。
B2 noun /drɪl/

drill

ドリル
Meaning
a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills
Example
The students took part in a fire drill at school.
生徒たちは学校で火災訓練に参加しました。
B2 adjective /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

Dominant

支配的な; 影響力のある; 最も重要な
Meaning
controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful
Example
The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game.
支配的な選手はバスケットボールの試合を完全に支配しました。
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。
B1 adjective /dʌl/

Dull

退屈な; つまらない; 無気力な; 愚かな;
Meaning
lacking interest or excitement; not bright; lacking intelligence; tedious
Example
The lecture was very dull and boring.
その講義はとても退屈で退屈でした。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈdəʊ.lə.rəs/

dolorous

Meaning
Expressing great sorrow or distress.
Example
He spoke in a dolorous tone after the loss.
C2 verb /ˈdɛpjʊˌtaɪz/

deputize

副職に任命する
Meaning
To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.
Example
The sheriff decided to deputize several locals to help maintain order.
保安官は秩序を維持するために数人の地元の人々を副職に任命することを決定しました。
C2 noun /ˈdɒɡərəl/

doggerel

低俗な詩
Meaning
Comic or irregular verse, often poorly constructed and lacking in artistic quality.
Example
The poet’s work was dismissed as mere doggerel by the critics.
詩人の作品は批評家によって単なる低俗な詩として却下された。
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。
B1 adverb /ˈdeɪndʒərəsli/

Dangerously

危険に
Meaning
in a way that could cause harm or injury; riskily
Example
He was driving dangerously fast on the highway.
彼は高速道路で危険に速く運転していた。
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。
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。
C2 adjective /daɪˈɜːrnəl/

diurnal

昼行性
Meaning
active during the day; occurring daily
Example
Most birds are diurnal creatures, active in daylight hours.
ほとんどの鳥は昼行性の生き物で、日中に活動しています。
C2 noun /ˈdɒldrəmz/

doldrums

Meaning
A state of inactivity, stagnation, or low spirits; also a region near the equator with calm winds.
Example
After the project failed, the team was stuck in the doldrums for months.
C2 noun /dɪˈfoʊliənt/

defoliant

Meaning
a chemical that causes leaves to drop from plants, often used in warfare or agriculture
Example
The army sprayed defoliant to clear the forest cover.
C1 adjective /ˌdɪsɪnˈdʒɛnjʊəs/

disingenuous

不誠実な
Meaning
not candid or sincere; giving a false appearance of honesty or openness
Example
She gave a disingenuous excuse for missing the meeting.
彼女は会議に出席しないために不誠実な言い訳をしました。
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。
C2 verb /dɪsˈbɑːr/

disbar

弁護士を法曹界から正式に除外する
Meaning
to officially remove a lawyer from the legal profession
Example
The corrupt lawyer was disbarred for unethical conduct.
腐敗した弁護士は非倫理的な行動により除外されました。
C2 noun /dɪˈmʌrɪdʒ/

demurrage

デマレッジ
Meaning
a charge payable to the owner of a ship or vehicle for not loading or unloading on time
Example
The company had to pay demurrage for delaying the unloading of goods.
会社は荷物の荷降ろしの遅れでデマレッジを支払わなければならなかった。
C2 noun /ˈdɛkəˌɡɒn/

decagon

十角形
Meaning
A polygon with ten sides and ten angles.
Example
The geometry teacher drew a perfect decagon on the board.
数学の先生は黒板に完璧な十角形を描きました。
B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

人口統計学
Meaning
Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
Demographics help in targeted advertising.
デモグラフィックスはターゲット広告に役立ちます。
C2 verb /dɪˈlæpɪdeɪt/

dilapidate

荒廃する
Meaning
To cause something, especially a building, to fall into ruin or disrepair.
Example
The abandoned house began to dilapidate over the years.
廃墟になった家は年月を経て崩壊し始めました。
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 noun /den/

Den

巣穴; 快適な部屋; 不法活動の場所
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
キツネは危険が迫るのを感じて、巣穴に姿を消しました。
A2 noun /dɪˈlɪv.ə.ri/

Delivery

配達; 出産
Meaning
the action of delivering letters, parcels, or goods; the process of giving birth
Example
The delivery of the package was delayed due to bad weather conditions.
パッケージのデリバリーは悪天候のため遅れました。
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。
A2 adverb /ˈdɪfərəntli/

differently

異なった方法で
Meaning
in a way that is not the same as another or as expected
Example
She approached the problem differently than her colleagues.
彼女は同僚たちと違った方法で問題に取り組みました。
C2 verb /dɪˈkleɪm/

declaim

Meaning
to speak aloud in a formal, passionate, or theatrical way
Example
The actor declaimed his lines with great intensity.
C2 adjective /ˈdɪsəluːt/

dissolute

放蕩
Meaning
lacking moral restraint; indulging excessively in sensual pleasures
Example
He led a dissolute life filled with parties and gambling.
彼はパーティーとギャンブルで満ちた放蕩の生活を送った。
C1 noun /ˈdeɪ.li.ə/

Dahlia

ダリア
Meaning
a garden plant with brightly colored flowers that bloom in summer and autumn
Example
She planted colorful dahlias in her garden last summer.
彼女は昨年の夏に庭にカラフルなダリアを植えました。
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.
C2 verb /dɪˈbɑːrk/

debark

下船する
Meaning
to disembark or get off a ship, aircraft, or vehicle
Example
The passengers debarked as soon as the ship docked.
乗客は船がドックに着いたときに下船しました。
C2 adjective /ˈdjuːtiəs/

duteous

忠実な
Meaning
dutiful; obedient and respectful
Example
The duteous child always followed her parents’ instructions.
その忠実な子供は常に両親の指示に従っていました。
C2 noun /dɪˈspɔɪlər/

despoiler

略奪者
Meaning
A person who robs, plunders, or violently takes things from others.
Example
The despoilers left the city in ruins.
略奪者たちは街を廃墟にした。
C2 noun /ˌdɪvɪˈneɪʃən/

divination

占い
Meaning
the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means
Example
Ancient people often relied on divination to guide important decisions.
古代の人々は重要な決定を導くために占いに頼ることがよくありました。
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。
C2 verb /ˈdɔːd(ə)l/

dawdle

だらだらする
Meaning
to waste time by being slow or idle
Example
Stop dawdling and finish your homework.
ダラダラせずに宿題を終わらせてください。
A2 noun /ˈdaʊnˌtaʊn/

downtown

ダウンタウン
Meaning
the central part of a city
Example
They spent the afternoon shopping downtown.
彼らは午後、市の中心部で買い物をしました。
C2 noun /ˌdoʊ.məˈstɪs.ə.ti/

domesticity

家庭生活
Meaning
Life at home or devotion to family life.
Example
She enjoys the domesticity of cooking and gardening.
彼女は料理とガーデニングの家庭生活を楽しんでいます。
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。
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。
B1 verb /dæm/

damn

Meaning
to condemn or criticize strongly; used as an expletive to express anger or emphasis
Example
He damned the unfair system in his speech.
C2 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnət/

determinate

確定的
Meaning
having exact and definite limits or form
Example
The contract is for a determinate period of two years.
契約は2年間の確定した期間です。
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。
B1 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

determined

決心した
Meaning
Having firmly decided to do something and not letting anything stop you.
Example
She was determined to finish her studies despite many obstacles.
多くの障害があったにもかかわらず、彼女は学業を終わらせる決心をしていた。
C1 adjective /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃəl/

differential

差別的
Meaning
Relating to or showing a difference; involving a distinction.
Example
There is a differential treatment between the two groups.
2つのグループ間に差別的な扱いがあります。
C1 verb /dɪˈsɛləˌreɪt/

decelerate

減速する
Meaning
to reduce speed; to slow down
Example
The car began to decelerate as it approached the traffic light.
車は信号に近づくと減速し始めました。
C2 noun /ˈdrʌmɪt/

Drumet

ドラメット
Meaning
a small drum used in military or marching bands
Example
The drummer played a steady beat on the drumet during the parade.
ドラマーはパレード中にドゥルメットで一定のリズムを演奏しました。
C1 adjective /dræb/

drab

地味な
Meaning
Dull, lacking brightness or interest; monotonous.
Example
The room looked drab with its gray walls and dim lighting.
灰色の壁と薄暗い照明でその部屋は地味に見えた。
B1 adjective /ˈdɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd/

dedicated

献身的な
Meaning
devoted to a cause, task, or purpose
Example
She is a dedicated teacher who goes above and beyond for her students.
彼女は生徒のために上を行き、限界を超えていく献身的な教師です。
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。
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。
B1 verb /dɪˈspleɪ/

display

表示する
Meaning
to show or exhibit; to present for others to see
Example
The museum displays ancient artifacts.
博物館は古代の遺物を表示しています。
C1 verb /dɪˈvɒlv/

devolve

委譲する
Meaning
To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.
Example
The responsibility will devolve on the new manager.
責任は新しいマネージャーに委譲されます。
C1 verb /daɪˈleɪt/

dilate

拡大する
Meaning
To make wider, larger, or more open.
Example
The doctor used drops to dilate the patient's pupils.
医者は患者の瞳孔を拡げるために点眼薬を使いました。
A1 noun /deɪ/

Day

日
Meaning
a period of twenty-four hours; the time during which there is light
Example
What a beautiful day it is today with clear blue skies!
今日は青空が広がる美しい日です！
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 /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 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.
B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

支配する
Meaning
to have power or control over something or someone
Example
The company dominates the smartphone market.
その会社はスマートフォン市場を支配しています。
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。
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。
B1 noun/verb /ˈdɒkjʊmənt/

document

文書
Meaning
Noun: A written, printed, or electronic record that provides information or evidence. Verb: To record information in written or electronic form.
Example
She carefully documented all the expenses of the trip.
彼女は旅行のすべての費用を慎重にドキュメントした。
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。
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 noun /ˈdaɪəˌdɛm/

diadem

王冠
Meaning
A crown or headband worn as a symbol of royalty or authority.
Example
The queen wore a glittering diadem at the coronation.
女王は戴冠式で輝く王冠を身に着けていました。
C2 noun /dɪˈprævɪti/

depravity

堕落
Meaning
moral corruption; wickedness
Example
The film portrays the moral depravity of a corrupt society.
その映画は腐敗した社会の道徳的堕落を描いています。
C2 noun /doʊlt/

dolt

ばか
Meaning
A stupid or slow-witted person.
Example
Only a dolt would believe such a story.
そんな話を信じるのはばかだけだ。
C1 adjective /ˈdaʊn.kæst/

downcast

Meaning
feeling sad, dejected, or with lowered eyes
Example
He looked downcast after hearing the bad news.
C1 noun /ˈdʊr.i.ən/

Durian

ドリアン
Meaning
a large spiky tropical fruit known for its strong smell and creamy custard-like flesh
Example
Durian is known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia despite its pungent odor.
ドリアンは強い匂いにもかかわらず、東南アジアで果物の王として知られている。
C2 adjective /dɪˈsɛnʃənt/

dissentient

反対意見を持つ人
Meaning
Expressing or holding opinions that are opposed to the majority or official view.
Example
Only a few dissentient voices were heard during the debate.
討論中に反対意見を持つ少数の声だけが聞こえました。
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。
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。
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 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。
B2 adjective /dɪˈskʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Discouraging

落胆させる
Meaning
making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
The coach's discouraging words affected the team's morale.
コーチの落胆させる言葉は、チームの士気に影響を与えました。
C2 verb /diːˈnæʃənəlaɪz/

denationalize

民営化
Meaning
to transfer ownership from the government to private individuals or companies
Example
The government decided to denationalize the bank to encourage private investment.
政府は民間投資を促進するために銀行を民営化することを決定しました。
B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

disagreement

不一致
Meaning
a failure to agree or a difference in opinion
Example
Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project.
その問題に対する彼らの不一致はプロジェクトの遅延を引き起こしました。
B2 noun ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn

dedication

献身
Meaning
The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.
Example
His dedication laid the foundation of Indian science.
彼の献身はインディアの科学の基盤を築いた。
C1 noun /ˌdiː.viˈeɪ.ʃən/

Deviation

逸脱；定められたコースから外れること
Meaning
the action of departing from an established course; a departure from usual standards
Example
Any deviation from the established procedure must be reported immediately.
定められた手順からの逸脱は直ちに報告されなければなりません。
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。
C2 verb /dɪˈspɔɪl/

despoil

略奪する
Meaning
To steal or violently remove valuable possessions from a place.
Example
The invaders despoiled the village during the war.
侵略者は戦争中に村を略奪しました。
B2 noun /dɪsˈmɪsl̩/

dismissal

解雇, 拒否
Meaning
the act of removing someone from their job; the act of treating something as unimportant
Example
His unfair dismissal led to a lawsuit against the company.
彼の不当な解雇は、会社に対する訴訟を引き起こしました。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈdɛdˌpæn/

deadpan

無表情
Meaning
Deliberately impassive or expressionless in manner.
Example
She delivered the joke in a completely deadpan voice.
彼女は完全に無表情な声でジョークを言った。
B2 noun /ˈdiː.lɪŋ/

Dealing

取引; 処理; 扱い
Meaning
business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations
Example
His fair dealing with customers earned him an excellent reputation.
顧客との公正な取引が彼に素晴らしい評判をもたらしました。
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。
C1 verb /dɪˈplɔːr/

deplore

非難する
Meaning
to feel or express strong disapproval of something; to regret deeply
Example
Many people deplore the violence shown on television.
多くの人々はテレビで示された暴力を非難しています。
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。
C1 verb /dɪˈtɛst/

detest

嫌う
Meaning
To dislike intensely or hate.
Example
I detest waking up early on weekends.
私は週末に早起きするのが嫌いです。
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。
B1 adjective /def/

Deaf

耳が聞こえない; 聴覚障害がある
Meaning
unable to hear; having a hearing impairment
Example
The deaf child learned to communicate using sign language.
そのろうの子供は手話を使ってコミュニケーションを学びました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈdræɡˌnɛt/

dragnet

広域捜査
Meaning
A systematic search or investigation, often by police to catch criminals.
Example
The police launched a dragnet to capture the fugitives.
警察は逃亡者を捕まえるために広域捜査を開始した。
B1 noun /ˈdeə.ri/

Dairy

牛乳が生産される建物や農場; 牛乳から作られた製品; 牛乳と乳製品を販売する店
Meaning
a building or farm where milk is produced; products made from milk; a shop selling milk and milk products
Example
The local dairy provides fresh milk and cheese to the entire neighborhood.
地元のデイリーは、新鮮な牛乳とチーズを地域全体に提供しています。
C1 verb/adjective /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

degenerate

堕落する
Meaning
To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.
Example
The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos.
かつて繁栄していた帝国は混沌に堕ち始めました。
C2 verb /ˌdɒmɪˈnɪə/

domineer

支配する
Meaning
to assert one's will over another in an arrogant way
Example
He tends to domineer over his younger colleagues.
彼は若い同僚に対して支配的な態度を取ることが多い。
C2 adjective /ˈdaʊti/

doughty

勇敢な
Meaning
brave, valiant, courageous
Example
The doughty soldier never backed down from a challenge.
勇敢な兵士は挑戦から決して後退しなかった。
C1 noun /ˈdiːviəns/

deviance

逸脱
Meaning
Behavior that differs from accepted social or moral standards.
Example
The book studies deviance in urban youth culture.
その本は都市の若者文化における逸脱を研究しています。