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A2 noun /dʌk/

Duck

アヒル
Meaning
a waterbird with webbed feet and a broad flat bill
Example
The duck swam gracefully across the lake.
そのカモは湖を優雅に泳いでいました。
C1 verb /dɪˈkraɪ/

decry

非難する
Meaning
to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something
Example
Many activists decry the destruction of the rainforest.
多くの活動家が熱帯雨林の破壊を非難しています。
C2 verb /diːˈmoʊbəlaɪz/

demobilize

解散する
Meaning
To release from military service or to disband troops.
Example
The government decided to demobilize the army after the war.
政府は戦争後に軍隊を解散することを決定しました。
C2 noun /ˈdɪti/

ditty

短い歌
Meaning
a short, simple song or poem
Example
She sang a cheerful little ditty while cooking.
彼女は料理をしながら陽気な小さな歌を歌っていた。
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。
A2 verb /ˈdraɪvɪŋ/

driving

運転
Meaning
the act of controlling and operating a vehicle; guiding or motivating something forward
Example
She loves driving along the coast on weekends.
彼女は週末に沿岸をドライブするのが大好きです。
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 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 /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。
B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval

不賛成
Meaning
The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment
Example
Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college.
彼女の両親は、大学を中退するという彼女の決定に明確な不賛成を示した。
C2 noun /ˌdɛkəˈsɪləbəl/

decasyllable

十音節詩行
Meaning
A line of verse with ten syllables.
Example
The poet often wrote in decasyllable form.
詩人はしばしば十音節詩行で書いていた。
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 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。
B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

多様性
Meaning
The state of being diverse; variety.
Example
Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.
生物多様性は生態系の安定性と回復力を促進します。
C2 noun /ˈdeɪ.mæn/

day-man

日雇い労働者
Meaning
a worker employed by the day; a day laborer
Example
The farmer hired a day-man to help with the harvest.
農家は収穫を手伝うために日雇い労働者を雇いました。
B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

うつ病
Meaning
a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn
Example
The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.
セラピストは認知行動療法を通じて彼女がうつ病に対処する手助けをしました。
C1 adjective /ˈdɪn.dʒi/

Dingy

汚れていて暗い; 色が鈍い
Meaning
dark and dirty; gloomy; dull in color
Example
The old building had dingy walls that needed painting.
古い建物は、塗装が必要な汚れた壁を持っていた。
C1 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。
B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

森林伐採
Meaning
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.
Example
Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.
森林伐採は生物多様性の喪失を加速させます。
C1 verb /daɪˈvʌldʒ/

divulge

明らかにする
Meaning
to make known something private, secret, or previously unknown
Example
She refused to divulge the source of her information.
彼女は情報の源を明らかにすることを拒否しました。
B2 noun /dɪˈsen.dənt/

Descendant

子孫
Meaning
a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation
Example
She discovered that she was a descendant of European royalty through genealogy research.
彼女は系譜研究を通じて、ヨーロッパの王族の子孫であることを発見しました。
C1 verb /dɪsˈkʌlər/

discolor

色あせる
Meaning
to change color, especially in a way that spoils the original appearance
Example
The fabric began to discolor after being left in the sun.
生地は太陽の下に置かれてから色が変わり始めました。
B2 adjective /dʌm/

Dumb

馬鹿; 無口; 愚か
Meaning
unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid
Example
She remained dumb during the entire meeting.
彼女は会議の間ずっと黙っていた。
B1 noun dɪˈmɒk.rə.si

democracy

民主主義
Meaning
A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.
Example
Democracy ensures equal rights for all citizens.
民主主義はすべての市民に平等な権利を保障します。
B1 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/

disappointment

失望
Meaning
the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations
Example
Her face showed deep disappointment after hearing the results.
結果を聞いた後、彼女の顔には深い失望が表れていた。
B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

多様な
Meaning
Showing a great deal of variety; very different.
Example
Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.
多様な産業が経済的な回復力を高める。
A2 noun /dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/

Decision

決定
Meaning
a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action of deciding
Example
Making the right decision required careful analysis of all available options.
正しい決定を下すには、利用可能なすべての選択肢を慎重に分析する必要がありました。
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。
C1 verb /dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/

domesticate

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

distrust

不信
Meaning
to have no confidence or trust in someone or something
Example
Many people distrust politicians.
多くの人々は政治家を信用しません。
C2 adjective /dɪsˈdʒʌŋktɪv/

disjunctive

選択的
Meaning
Serving to separate or divide; expressing a choice between alternatives.
Example
In grammar, 'or' is a disjunctive conjunction.
文法では、'または' は選択的接続詞です。
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。
C2 verb /ˈdiːɪfaɪ/

deify

神格化する
Meaning
to treat or worship someone or something as a god
Example
Some fans deify their favorite celebrities.
一部のファンはお気に入りの有名人を神のように崇拝します。
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。
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。
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。
B2 noun /dɪkˈteɪtə/

dictator

独裁者
Meaning
a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Example
The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.
独裁者は鉄の拳で国を支配した。
C2 adjective /dɪsˈkʌmfɪtɪŋ/

discomfiting

不快な
Meaning
Causing unease, embarrassment, or discomfort.
Example
His discomfiting questions made everyone shift uncomfortably in their seats.
彼の不快な質問は、皆が座席で不安そうに動かせるようにさせた。
A1 noun /ˈdɪnər/

Dinner

夕食
Meaning
the main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening
Example
The family gathered for dinner at 7 PM.
家族は午後7時に夕食のために集まりました。
B2 noun /droʊn/

Drone

オス蜂
Meaning
a male bee that does not work and whose only function is to mate with the queen
Example
The drone bees do not collect honey like worker bees.
ドローンの蜂は働き蜂のように蜂蜜を集めません。
C2 verb /dɪsˈmɛmbər/

dismember

切断する
Meaning
to cut or tear the limbs from a body; to divide into separate parts
Example
The king ordered his enemies to be dismembered.
王は敵を切り刻むよう命じました。
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。
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。
B2 noun /dɪˈsper/

Despair

絶望
Meaning
the complete loss or absence of hope; a state of feeling hopeless
Example
After losing his job, he fell into despair and couldn't see any way forward.
仕事を失った後、彼は絶望し、前に進む方法が見えなかった。
C2 verb /dɪˈtruːd/

detrude

下または外に押し出す
Meaning
To thrust or force something downward or outward.
Example
The violent waves detruded rocks from the cliff.
激しい波は崖から岩を押し出しました。
B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

デジタルフォーマット
Meaning
A format in which information is stored as electronic data.
Example
A digital format family tree can be shared online.
デジタルフォーマットの家系図はオンラインで共有できます。
C1 noun, verb /dɪsˈɑːnər/

dishonor

Meaning
a state of shame or loss of respect; to bring shame upon someone or something
Example
The soldier felt he had brought dishonor to his family.
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。
C2 adjective /dɪˈskrɛpənt/

discrepant

不一致の
Meaning
showing a difference or inconsistency
Example
The witnesses gave discrepant accounts of the incident.
目撃者たちは事件について食い違った証言をしました。
C1 adjective /dɪˈvɪzəbl/

divisible

割り切れる
Meaning
Capable of being divided by another number without leaving a remainder.
Example
Twelve is divisible by three and four.
12は3と4で割り切れます。
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。
B1 verb /dɪˈklɛər/

declare

宣言する
Meaning
To announce something formally or officially.
Example
The government declared a state of emergency.
政府は緊急事態を宣言しました。
C1 verb /ˈdaʊn.pleɪ/

downplay

軽視する
Meaning
to make something seem less important than it really is
Example
The company tried to downplay the risks of the new product.
会社は新しい製品のリスクを軽視しようとしました。
A2 noun /dɪˈzæs.tər/

Disaster

災害
Meaning
a sudden event causing great damage or loss of life; a complete failure
Example
The earthquake was a natural disaster that affected thousands of families.
地震は自然災害で、何千もの家族に影響を与えました。
C1 noun /ˈdɪs.ə.nəns/

dissonance

不協和音
Meaning
Disagreement, lack of harmony, conflict between ideas or beliefs.
Example
The cultural dissonance created misunderstandings.
文化的な不協和音が誤解を生んだ。
C2 verb /diːˈlɪmɪt/

delimit

境界を設定する
Meaning
to fix the boundaries or limits of something
Example
The treaty was signed to delimit the borders of the two countries.
その条約は二国の境界を定めるために署名されました。
C1 adjective /ˈdraʊ.zi/

Drowsy

眠い; 疲れた; 無気力な
Meaning
feeling sleepy and lethargic; half asleep; tired
Example
I felt drowsy after the heavy meal.
重い食事の後、眠気を感じました。
B2 verb /dɪˈfɜːr/

defer

延期する
Meaning
To postpone or delay; to yield to someone else's judgment or opinion.
Example
The meeting was deferred until next week.
会議は来週まで延期されました。
A1 adjective /ˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

different

異なる
Meaning
Not the same as another; distinct or unlike.
Example
Her opinion was completely different from mine.
彼女の意見は私のものとは完全に異なっていました。
C2 noun /dɪˈpoʊnənt/

deponent

証人
Meaning
A person who gives testimony under oath, especially in a written deposition.
Example
The deponent confirmed the accuracy of the statement during the trial.
証人は裁判中に証言の正確性を確認しました。
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 /ˈdjuːtɪfəl/

Dutiful

義務感のある; 尊敬すべき; 従順な
Meaning
conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful
Example
She is a dutiful daughter who always helps her parents.
彼女はいつも両親を助ける義務感のある娘です。
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。
C2 noun /ˈdɪfɪdəns/

diffidence

自信の欠如
Meaning
Lack of self-confidence; shyness or modesty.
Example
Her diffidence made it hard for her to speak in public.
彼女の自信の欠如は、公衆の前で話すのを難しくした。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˈdaɪˌsɪləbəl/

disyllable

二音節語
Meaning
a word consisting of two syllables
Example
The word 'happy' is a disyllable.
‘ハッピー’という単語は二音節語です。
C2 noun /ˈdrɪvəl/

drivel

戯言
Meaning
silly or nonsensical talk
Example
The politician’s speech was full of meaningless drivel.
政治家の演説は意味のない戯言でいっぱいだった。
C2 noun /ˈdɪktəm/

dictum

格言
Meaning
A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.
Example
The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law.
裁判官の格言は法の前での平等の原則を明確にしました。
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 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/noun ˌdem.əˈɡræf.ɪk

demographic

人口統計学的
Meaning
Relating to the structure of populations; statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
The company analyzes demographic trends before launching a product.
会社は製品を発売する前に人口統計学的傾向を分析します。
C2 verb /dɪsˈbɜːrs/

disburse

分配する
Meaning
to pay out money, especially from a fund
Example
The organization will disburse the funds to the affected families.
その団体は影響を受けた家族に資金を分配します。
B1 noun /ˈdaɪəɡræm/

diagram

図表
Meaning
a simplified drawing that shows the structure, relationship, or process of something
Example
The teacher explained the system using a clear diagram.
先生は分かりやすい図表を使ってシステムを説明した。
C1 noun /ˈdjuːplɛks/

duplex

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

deference

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

disreputable

不名誉な
Meaning
having a bad reputation; not considered respectable or trustworthy
Example
The journalist avoided staying in the disreputable part of town.
ジャーナリストは町の不名誉な地区に泊まるのを避けました。
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。
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 verb /dɪˈbeɪs/

debase

低下させる
Meaning
to reduce the quality, value, or dignity of something
Example
Corruption can debase the values of a society.
腐敗は社会の価値観を低下させる可能性があります。
B2 noun /djʊˈreɪʃən/

duration

期間
Meaning
the length of time that something continues
Example
The meeting lasted for the duration of two hours.
会議は2時間の期間続きました。
C1 adjective /ˌdaɪəˈbɒlɪkəl/

diabolical

悪魔的
Meaning
Wicked, cruel, or outrageously bad; resembling the devil.
Example
The dictator’s diabolical rule brought misery to the nation.
独裁者の悪魔的な支配は国に苦しみをもたらした。
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 adjective /dɪˈlɛktəbl̩/

delectable

美味しい
Meaning
delicious or highly enjoyable
Example
The restaurant served a delectable meal.
レストランは美味しい料理を提供しました。
C2 adjective /ˈdɛsəlˌtɔːri/

desultory

無秩序な
Meaning
lacking a clear plan, purpose, or enthusiasm
Example
His desultory conversation bored the audience.
彼の無秩序な会話は観客を退屈させた。
C2 noun /ˌdiːnəʊˈteɪʃən/

denotation

指示
Meaning
The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
Example
The denotation of the word 'rose' is a type of flower.
'ローズ'という単語のデノテーションは花の一種です。
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。
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.
C1 noun /daɪˈvɜː.dʒəns/

divergence

分岐
Meaning
The process or state of diverging; a difference or deviation between two or more things.
Example
The divergence in their opinions led to a heated debate.
彼らの意見の相違は激しい議論を引き起こしました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈduːti/

Dhuti

ドゥティ
Meaning
a traditional Indian garment for men consisting of a piece of unstitched cloth worn around the waist and legs
Example
The elderly man wore a white dhuti during the religious ceremony.
年配の男性は宗教的な儀式で白いドゥティを着ていた。
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 /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

迂回路
Meaning
A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.
Example
We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.
メイン道路が閉鎖されていたので、迂回路を取らなければならなかった。
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。
C2 adverb /ˈdɑːrklɪŋ/

darkling

暗闇の中で
Meaning
In the dark or growing dark; dimly.
Example
The forest creatures moved darkling through the night.
森の生き物は夜に暗闇の中で動いていた。
C1 noun /dɪˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/

depreciation

減価償却
Meaning
A reduction in the value of an asset with the passage of time, due to wear and tear.
Example
The car's depreciation rate is high after five years.
車の減価償却率は5年後に高くなります。
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。
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。
C1 adverb /ˈduːli/

Duly

適切に, 時間通りに
Meaning
in accordance with what is required or appropriate; at the proper time
Example
The documents were duly signed and submitted.
書類は適切に署名され、提出されました。
C1 verb /diːˈkoʊd/

decode

Meaning
to convert a coded message into a readable form; to interpret meaning
Example
The software can decode the hidden message within seconds.
C2 verb /dɪˈkæpɪteɪt/

decapitate

幸せ
Meaning
To cut off the head of a person or animal.
Example
The ancient executioner decapitated the criminal.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
A2 verb dɪˈvɛləp

develop

発展させる
Meaning
To grow or bring to a more advanced or effective state; to start to exist, experience, or possess gradually.
Example
Develop a brand based on your passion and skills.
情熱とスキルに基づいてブランドを発展させましょう。
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。
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。
A1 verb/noun /dæns/

dance

幸福
Meaning
to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps
Example
They danced all night at the wedding.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
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。
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。
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 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

Meaning
causing harm or injury
Example
The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.
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。
A2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɪər/

disappear

消える
Meaning
to cease to be visible; to vanish
Example
The magician made the rabbit disappear.
マジシャンはウサギを消した。
C1 adjective /dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/

discordant

不協和音
Meaning
disagreeing or clashing; harsh and jarring in sound
Example
The discordant notes of the band hurt our ears.
バンドの不協和音の音が私たちの耳を痛めました。
C2 verb /ˈdæli/

dally

無駄にする
Meaning
To act or move slowly; to waste time; also to engage in a casual romantic relationship.
Example
He dallied in the garden instead of starting his work.
彼は仕事を始める代わりに庭で時間を無駄にしていました。
C1 noun dɪˈtɜː.mɪ.nənt

determinant

決定的な要素
Meaning
A factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something.
Example
Education is a key determinant of success.
教育は成功の重要な決定的要素です。
B1 verb /dɪp/

dip

浸す
Meaning
to put something quickly into a liquid and take it out again
Example
She dipped her bread into the soup.
彼女はパンをスープに浸しました。