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B2 verb ˈɛkəʊd

echoed

反響する
Meaning
To repeat or resound; to be reminiscent of something.
Example
The words of gratitude echoed in his heart.
感謝の言葉が彼の心に反響した。
B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

規制
Meaning
Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Strict regulations ensure fair practices.
厳格な規制は公正な慣行を確保します。
C2 adjective /ˈfraɪəbl/

friable

もろい
Meaning
Easily crumbled or reduced to powder.
Example
The old brick wall was friable and broke apart at a touch.
古いレンガの壁はもろく、触れると壊れました。
B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/

nursing

看護
Meaning
the profession or practice of caring for the sick or injured
Example
She is studying nursing to become a healthcare professional.
彼女は医療専門職になるために看護学を学んでいます。
C2 noun /wɛlt/

welt

膨らみ
Meaning
A raised mark on the skin, usually from a blow or allergic reaction.
Example
He had a red welt on his arm after the bee sting.
蜂に刺された後、彼の腕に赤い膨らみができていた。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈhiːdləs/

heedless

無頓着
Meaning
showing a reckless lack of care or attention
Example
He drove with heedless disregard for the rules.
彼はルールを無視して運転した。
C1 adjective /ˈbækˌhændɪd/

backhanded

間接的または皮肉な
Meaning
Indirect or sarcastic, often appearing as praise but actually insulting.
Example
She gave him a backhanded compliment about his work.
彼女は彼の仕事に対して間接的な褒め言葉を言った。
C2 noun /ɪnˈɛrənsi/

inerrancy

無謬性
Meaning
the belief or quality of being free from error; absolute correctness
Example
Some religious groups strongly affirm the inerrancy of their sacred texts.
いくつかの宗教団体は、自分たちの聖典の誤りのなさを強く主張しています。
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。
B1 noun /ruːˈtiːn/

routine

ルーチン, 習慣, 固定された順序
Meaning
A sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program.
Example
A well-structured routine improves productivity.
よく構造化されたルーチンは生産性を向上させます。
C1 adjective /ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛəriən/

utilitarian

Meaning
Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; relating to the doctrine that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority.
Example
The building had a simple utilitarian design.
A2 noun /ˈpiːˈsi/

pc

パーソナルコンピュータ
Meaning
abbreviation for 'personal computer', a machine for performing digital operations
Example
I just bought a new PC for work.
私は仕事のために新しいパーソナルコンピュータを買いました。
C1 adjective /ˈtɪp.tɒp/

Tiptop

最高の; 完璧な状態
Meaning
of the highest quality; excellent; in perfect condition
Example
The car is in tiptop condition.
車は最高の状態です。
A2 noun /reɪt/

rate

レート
Meaning
the cost or price of something, or the amount at which something happens
Example
The rate of inflation is increasing every year.
インフレ率は毎年増加しています。
B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

検査する
Meaning
to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults
Example
The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.
エンジニアは建物の構造的な損傷を検査します。
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.
C1 noun /ˌfɜːrmənˈteɪʃən/

fermentation

発酵、酵母または細菌による化学変化
Meaning
a chemical process by which substances like sugar are converted into alcohol or acids using microorganisms
Example
The fermentation of grapes produces wine.
ぶどうの発酵はワインを生産します。
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

強化する
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
コミュニケーションは人々の間の絆を強化することができます。
A2 preposition /sɪns/

since

以来
Meaning
from a particular time in the past until now
Example
I have known her since childhood.
私は子供の頃から彼女を知っています。
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

変更する
Meaning
to change or alter something; to make partial changes
Example
We need to modify the plan to include more details.
計画を変更して、詳細を追加する必要があります。
A2 noun /bɔːrd/

board

Meaning
a flat, thin, rectangular piece of material such as wood; also a group of people managing an organization
Example
The board decided to increase the budget.
C1 adjective /ˈhɑːrdi/

hardy

頑丈, 強健
Meaning
Strong, robust, and capable of enduring difficult conditions.
Example
Hardy plants can survive the harsh winter.
頑丈な植物は厳しい冬を生き抜くことができます。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈflɛksəbl/

inflexible

柔軟性がない
Meaning
Not able to bend or change; unwilling to change ideas or behavior.
Example
His inflexible attitude made negotiations difficult.
彼の柔軟性がない態度は交渉を難しくしました。
C2 adjective /boʊˈhiːmiən/

bohemian

ボヘミアン
Meaning
unconventional, artistic, and free-spirited in lifestyle or appearance
Example
She decorated her apartment in a bohemian style with colorful fabrics.
彼女はカラフルな布でボヘミアンスタイルでアパートを飾りました。
C1 adjective /ˈfleɪɡrənt/

flagrant

目立って明らかに間違っている
Meaning
shockingly noticeable or evident; glaringly wrong
Example
It was a flagrant violation of the rules.
それは規則の明らかな違反でした。
B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

傲慢; 高慢
Meaning
having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud
Example
His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.
彼の傲慢な態度は彼を非常に不人気にした。
C2 noun /ˈkɪzmɛt/

kismet

運命
Meaning
Destiny or fate.
Example
Meeting her on that day felt like pure kismet.
その日に彼女に会うことは純粋な運命のように感じました。
B1 adjective, noun /ˈroʊmən/

roman

ローマの / 古代ローマの市民
Meaning
relating to Rome or its people; a citizen of ancient Rome
Example
The Roman Empire influenced much of modern civilization.
ローマ帝国は現代文明に多大な影響を与えました。
C1 noun /ˈmɪmɪkri/

mimicry

模倣
Meaning
The act of imitating someone or something, often for humor or learning.
Example
The comedian’s mimicry of celebrities made the audience laugh.
コメディアンの有名人の模倣で観客を笑わせました。
B2 noun /ˈmɪks.tʃər/

Mixture

混合物
Meaning
a combination of different substances or elements
Example
The cake batter is a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk.
ケーキの生地は小麦粉、卵、牛乳の混合物です。
A2 adjective /breɪv/

brave

勇敢な
Meaning
showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty
Example
The brave firefighter rushed into the burning building.
勇敢な消防士が燃える建物に飛び込んだ。
B2 noun /ˈfɔːrəm/

forum

フォーラム
Meaning
A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views can be exchanged.
Example
The online forum allows people to discuss a wide range of topics.
オンラインフォーラムでは、人々がさまざまなトピックについて議論することができます。
C1 noun ɪˌræʃ.ənˈæl.ɪ.ti

irrationality

非合理性, 非論理性, 不合理
Meaning
The quality of being illogical or unreasonable; lack of rational thought.
Example
His decision was driven by complete irrationality.
彼の決定は完全に非合理的でした。
B1 noun/verb /skeɪl/

scale

スケール / サイズ調整
Meaning
A system of ordered marks used for measurement; also means to climb or to adjust in size.
Example
The company plans to scale its operations globally.
その会社は世界規模で事業を拡大する予定です。
B1 verb /dɪˈklaɪn/

decline

減少する
Meaning
To become smaller, fewer, or less; to decrease gradually.
Example
The unemployment rate continues to decline.
失業率は減少し続けています。
C1 noun ˌmɛməraɪˈzeɪʃən

memorization

暗記
Meaning
The process of learning or committing something to memory
Example
Memorization of important information is crucial for exams.
重要な情報の暗記は試験において重要です。
B2 noun /frɔːd/

Fraud

詐欺
Meaning
wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain
Example
The company was investigated for credit card fraud and money laundering.
その会社はクレジットカード詐欺とマネーロンダリングで調査されました。
C1 adverb /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bli/

Amicably

友好的に
Meaning
in a friendly way without anger or resentment
Example
The divorce was settled amicably between both parties.
離婚は両者の間で友好的に解決されました。
C2 adjective /ˈluːsənt/

lucent

光輝
Meaning
shining or glowing with light
Example
The lucent stars brightened the night sky.
光輝を放つ星々が夜空を明るく照らした。
C1 noun /ˈdɔːrˌkiːpər/

doorkeeper

門番
Meaning
A person whose job is to guard or manage the entrance of a building or room.
Example
The doorkeeper checked everyone’s passes before they entered the hall.
ドアキーパーは皆がホールに入る前に通行証を確認した。
C2 verb /bɪˈmjuːz/

bemuse

困惑させる
Meaning
To confuse or puzzle someone.
Example
The complex instructions bemused the new employees.
複雑な指示が新しい従業員を困惑させました。
C2 verb /ˈekspərˌɡeɪt/

expurgate

削除する
Meaning
To remove offensive or objectionable parts from a text or speech.
Example
The publisher decided to expurgate the novel before reprinting it.
出版社は再版前に小説を削除することにした。
B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

筋肉
Meaning
a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement
Example
Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.
定期的な運動は筋肉を強化するのに役立ちます。
C2 noun /vɛkˈseɪʃən/

vexation

苛立ち
Meaning
the state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried
Example
She could not hide her vexation after the repeated delays.
彼女は繰り返しの遅れの後、彼女の苛立ちを隠すことができませんでした。
C2 adjective /ɡælˈvænɪk/

galvanic

ギャルバニック / 強烈
Meaning
Relating to electricity produced by chemical action; sudden and dramatic.
Example
The news had a galvanic effect on the audience.
ニュースは観客にギャルバニックな影響を与えた。
B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

不正行為
Meaning
bad or improper behavior
Example
The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.
教師は彼の不正行為で生徒を罰しました。
C1 noun /ˈɛspiənɑːʒ/

espionage

スパイ活動
Meaning
The practice of spying or using spies to gather secret information, usually for political or military purposes.
Example
The agent was arrested on charges of espionage against the state.
そのエージェントは国家に対するスパイ活動の容疑で逮捕されました。
A2 noun /ˈvedʒtəbəl ɔɪl/

Vegetable oil

植物油
Meaning
Oil extracted from plants, seeds, or nuts used for cooking
Example
She heated vegetable oil in the pan before adding the vegetables.
彼女は野菜を加える前にフライパンで植物油を加熱しました。
B1 noun roʊps

ropes

ロープ
Meaning
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
Example
The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load.
ロープは重い荷物を持ち上げるためにしっかりと結ばれていました。
B2 verb /spɪl/

spill

こぼす
Meaning
to cause liquid to flow or fall out of a container by accident
Example
Be careful not to spill your coffee.
コーヒーをこぼさないように気を付けて。
B2 adjective /stɜːrn/

Stern

厳格な; 厳しい
Meaning
serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe
Example
The teacher gave the students a stern warning about cheating.
教師は学生に対してカンニングについて厳しい警告を与えました。
C2 noun /ˈrɛkwiəm/

requiem

レクイエム
Meaning
A mass, music, or ceremony for the repose of the souls of the dead.
Example
The choir performed a requiem in memory of the late leader.
合唱団は故リーダーを記念してレクイエムを演奏しました。
C1 adjective /ˈɜːr.θən/

Earthen

土や粘土で作られた; 陶芸に関連する
Meaning
made of earth or clay; relating to pottery or ceramic materials
Example
The kitchen had beautiful earthen pots for storage.
キッチンには収納用の美しい土の鉢がありました。
C1 noun /ʃeɪl/

shale

頁岩
Meaning
a fine-grained sedimentary rock that can be split into thin layers
Example
The region is rich in shale and natural gas deposits.
その地域は頁岩と天然ガスの埋蔵量が豊富です。
B2 noun ˈweə.rə.bəl dɪˈvaɪ.sɪz

wearable devices

ウェアラブルデバイス
Meaning
Electronic devices that can be worn on the body, typically incorporating smart technology for monitoring health or providing information.
Example
Wearable devices help monitor heart rate and physical activity.
ウェアラブルデバイスは心拍数と身体活動をモニタリングするのに役立ちます。
C1 noun /ˈkliː.vər/

Cleaver

大きな包丁
Meaning
a heavy knife with a broad blade used for chopping meat or vegetables
Example
The chef used a cleaver to chop the chicken bones.
シェフはチキンの骨を切るために大きな包丁を使いました。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˈdʒɛkʃən/

interjection

感嘆詞
Meaning
a word or phrase used to express sudden emotion or reaction, often standing alone
Example
Words like 'wow' and 'ouch' are common interjections in English.
'わお'や'痛っ'は英語でよく使われる感嘆詞です。
C1 noun /ɪnˈkɜːrʒən/

incursion

侵入
Meaning
A sudden attack or invasion into a place or territory.
Example
The army repelled the enemy incursion at the border.
軍隊は国境で敵の侵入を撃退した。
C1 adjective /ˈpəʊtəbl/

potable

飲料水
Meaning
safe to drink; drinkable
Example
The villagers did not have access to potable water.
村人たちは飲用水へのアクセスがありませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈɒfərtɔːri/

offertory

奉納
Meaning
The part of a religious service when offerings are collected; the offering itself.
Example
The offertory was taken during the Sunday service.
日曜日の礼拝中に奉納が取られました。
C2 adjective /ˈlæk.rɪ.moʊs/

lachrymose

涙を流す、悲しむ
Meaning
tearful or given to weeping; sad and mournful
Example
The movie's lachrymose ending left the audience in tears.
映画の悲しい結末は観客を涙で満たしました。
B1 verb /əˈtɛmpt/

attempt

Meaning
to make an effort to achieve or complete something difficult
Example
He attempted to climb the mountain despite the bad weather.
B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

地質学
Meaning
the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances
Example
She studied geology to understand earthquakes.
彼女は地震を理解するために地質学を学びました。
C2 noun /ˈmæn.li.nəs/

manliness

男らしさ
Meaning
The quality of being manly; courage, strength, and honor associated with men.
Example
His manliness was admired by his peers.
彼の男らしさは仲間たちに賞賛された。
A1 noun /dʒɒb/

Job

仕事; 職業; ポスト
Meaning
a paid position of regular employment; a task or piece of work
Example
She found a new job at the technology company after graduation.
彼女は卒業後、技術会社で新しい仕事を見つけました。
C1 verb /ˈsɪmjʊˌleɪt/

simulate

シミュレート
Meaning
to imitate the appearance, character, or behavior of something; to pretend or reproduce conditions artificially
Example
The pilot had to simulate an emergency landing during training.
パイロットは訓練中に緊急着陸をシミュレートしなければならなかった。
C1 verb /ˈmedɪkeɪt/

medicate

薬を与える
Meaning
to treat with medicine; to give drugs to someone for medical purposes
Example
The doctor will medicate the patient to reduce inflammation.
医師は患者に炎症を減らすために薬を処方します。
C1 adjective /ˈblʌdləs/

bloodless

血のない
Meaning
without bloodshed; lacking violence or vitality
Example
The revolution was surprisingly bloodless.
革命は驚くべきことに血を流さなかった。
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

避ける
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
ボクサーは相手のパンチをかわすことに成功した。
A1 verb /stænd/

stand

立つ
Meaning
to be in an upright position; to tolerate or endure
Example
Please stand up when the teacher enters.
先生が入る時に立ってください。
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。
B1 adjective ˈsʌb.mə.riːn

submarine

潜水艦
Meaning
Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.
Example
Submarine cables facilitate international communication.
潜水艦ケーブルは国際通信を容易にします。
B1 adjective ɪnˈdʌs.tri.əl

industrial

工業的な
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by industry.
Example
Industrial sectors boost exports.
工業部門は輸出を促進する。
C1 noun /ˈɪnsɪdəns/

incidence

発生率
Meaning
the occurrence, rate, or frequency of something
Example
The incidence of road accidents has decreased this year.
今年の道路事故の発生率は減少しました。
C1 verb /ˈʃrɪvəl/

shrivel

しわになる
Meaning
To become dry, wrinkled, and smaller due to lack of moisture.
Example
The flowers shriveled under the hot sun.
花は暑い太陽の下でしわになった。
C2 adjective /tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/

tendentious

偏向的
Meaning
Expressing or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often biased.
Example
The article was criticized for its tendentious tone.
その記事は偏向的な口調で批判されました。
B2 adjective /ˈrɑː.ki/

Rocky

岩だらけの; 不安定な; 難しい
Meaning
full of rocks; unsteady; difficult
Example
The rocky path made hiking difficult for the tourists.
岩だらけの道は観光客のハイキングを難しくしました。
C2 adjective /ˌæd.vɛnˈtɪʃ.əs/

adventitious

偶発的
Meaning
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
Example
His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances.
彼の成功は偶発的な状況による部分があった。
C2 adjective /kəˈnjuːbiəl/

connubial

婚姻の
Meaning
Relating to marriage or the relationship of a married couple.
Example
They celebrated their connubial bliss with a honeymoon trip.
彼らはハネムーン旅行で婚姻の幸せを祝いました。
C2 noun /mælˈfiːzəns/

malfeasance

公務員の不正行為
Meaning
Wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by a public official.
Example
The mayor was accused of malfeasance in office.
市長は職務中の不正行為で告発された。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈstrɪkəbl/

inextricable

分けられない
Meaning
Impossible to separate or escape from.
Example
The two friends shared an inextricable bond.
二人の友達は分けられない絆を共有していた。
B2 adjective /ˈhelp.ləs/

Helpless

無力; 助けがない; 脆弱
Meaning
unable to defend oneself or act without help; powerless; vulnerable
Example
The child felt helpless when lost in the crowded market.
その子供は混雑した市場で迷子になったとき、無力だと感じた。
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。
B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

進歩
Meaning
The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.
Example
Technological advancement shapes the future.
技術的進歩は未来を形作る。
C1 noun /ɡəˈrɪlə/

guerrilla

Meaning
a member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting, typically against larger forces
Example
The guerrilla fighters used ambushes to attack enemy positions.
B1 adjective /ˈɔːkwəd/

awkward

気まずい
Meaning
causing or feeling embarrassment; difficult to deal with
Example
There was an awkward silence after his joke.
彼のジョークの後、気まずい沈黙がありました。
C1 adjective /ˈstɪndʒi/

stingy

けち
Meaning
unwilling to spend or give; miserly
Example
He is too stingy to buy a gift for his friend.
彼は友達へのプレゼントを買うにはあまりにけちだ。
C1 noun /ˈrɛdʒɪmənt/

regiment

Meaning
A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies.
Example
The regiment marched proudly through the streets after returning from the mission.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

自己認識
Meaning
Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Example
Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.
自己認識は、自己の感情や行動を理解するのに役立ちます。
A2 noun /spɔːt/

sport

スポーツ
Meaning
an activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment
Example
Football is a popular sport around the world.
サッカーは世界中で人気のスポーツです。
C2 verb /bɪˈfɒɡ/

befog

ぼやけさせる
Meaning
to confuse or make unclear; to cover with fog or mist
Example
His mind was befogged by exhaustion.
彼の心は疲れによってぼやけていた。
A2 noun /ˈbækɡraʊnd/

Background

背景
Meaning
the circumstances or situation that form the setting; a person's education, experience, or social circumstances
Example
She has a strong background in mathematics and computer science.
彼女は数学とコンピュータサイエンスの強力な背景を持っています。
C1 noun /ˈhiːdənɪst/

hedonist

快楽主義者
Meaning
A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life.
Example
She was called a hedonist because she always prioritized enjoyment over duty.
彼女は常に義務よりも楽しみを優先していたため、快楽主義者と呼ばれました。
C1 noun /ˌdʒerənˈtɑːlədʒi/

gerontology

ジェロントロジー
Meaning
The scientific study of old age and the process of aging.
Example
She chose to specialize in gerontology after completing medical school.
彼女は医学部を卒業した後、ジェロントロジーに特化することを決めました。
B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

傑作
Meaning
A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
Example
The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.
モナリザは、すべての時代で最も偉大な傑作の1つと見なされています。
C1 noun, adjective /dɪˈrɪvətɪv/

derivative

派生物
Meaning
Something that is based on another source; in math, a measure of how a function changes.
Example
The film was criticized for being too derivative of earlier works.
その映画は、前の作品を模倣しすぎて批判されました。
A2 noun ˈen.ə.dʒi

energy

エネルギー
Meaning
Power derived from the utilization of physical or chemical resources, especially to provide light and heat or to work machines.
Example
Clean energy sources help reduce pollution.
クリーンエネルギー源は汚染を減らすのに役立ちます。
C2 verb /loʊp/

lope

大きなジャンプを伴う速歩で走る
Meaning
to run or move with a long, bounding stride
Example
The horse loped gracefully across the field.
馬はフィールドを優雅に走っていました。
C2 adjective /ˌdɛməˈnaɪəkəl/

demoniacal

悪魔的な
Meaning
characteristic of or resembling a demon; wildly evil
Example
He gave a demoniacal laugh that terrified everyone.
彼は皆を恐れさせるような悪魔的な笑い声を上げた。
A2 noun/verb /ɪkˈsperɪmənt/

experiment

実験
Meaning
a test or trial carried out to discover something or prove an idea
Example
The scientist conducted an experiment on plant growth.
科学者は植物の成長に関する実験を行いました。
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 noun /ˈɪm.pæs/

impasse

行き詰まり
Meaning
A situation where no progress is possible.
Example
The negotiations reached an impasse, delaying the agreement.
交渉は行き詰まり、合意が遅れた。
C2 noun /bʊr/

Boor

野蛮人; 無礼な人
Meaning
a rough and bad-mannered person; someone who lacks refinement or culture
Example
The wealthy businessman was actually a boor who showed no respect for others.
その裕福なビジネスマンは実際には他の人々に対して敬意を示さなかった野蛮人でした。
C2 noun /ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/

equivocation

あいまいな言葉の使用
Meaning
The use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth or to avoid committing oneself.
Example
The politician’s equivocation frustrated voters who wanted a clear answer.
政治家のあいまいな言葉は、明確な答えを求めていた有権者を失望させた。
A2 noun /daʊt/

Doubt

疑い; 不信; 疑念
Meaning
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; distrust or suspicion
Example
There was no doubt in her mind that she had made the right decision.
彼女は自分が正しい決断を下したことに疑いを持っていなかった。
B1 verb /leɪ/

lay

置く
Meaning
to put something down in a flat position; to place carefully
Example
Please lay the book on the table.
本をテーブルに置いてください。
A1 adjective /ˈreɪ.di.əʊ/

radio

ラジオ
Meaning
Relating to radio waves or broadcasting.
Example
FAST is the largest radio telescope in the world.
FASTは世界最大のラジオ望遠鏡です。
B2 adjective /ˈruːθ.ləs/

Ruthless

無慈悲な; 残酷な; 情け容赦ない
Meaning
showing no pity or compassion; cruel; merciless
Example
The ruthless dictator showed no mercy to his enemies.
その無慈悲な独裁者は、彼の敵に対して一切の慈悲を示さなかった。
C1 noun /ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/

Mongoose

マングース
Meaning
a small carnivorous mammal known for its ability to kill venomous snakes
Example
The mongoose quickly attacked the cobra to protect its young.
マングースは子供たちを守るためにコブラを素早く攻撃しました。
B2 noun /ˈtæk.tɪk/

Tactic

戦術; 戦略
Meaning
a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal
Example
The coach used a new tactic to win the game.
コーチはゲームに勝つために新しい戦術を使いました。
C2 noun /ˈaɪdɪl/

idyll

田園詩的なシーン
Meaning
An extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque episode or scene, often idealized.
Example
Their honeymoon was an idyll on a tropical island.
彼らのハネムーンは熱帯の島での田園詩的なシーンでした。
B2 noun /jel/

Yell

叫び声; 叫ぶ; 怒鳴り声
Meaning
a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight; to shout loudly
Example
He let out a yell when he saw the spider.
彼はクモを見たとき、大声で叫びました。
C2 verb, noun /ˈkweɪvər/

quaver

震える
Meaning
To shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion.
Example
Her voice quavered as she spoke before the crowd.
彼女の声は群衆の前で話すとき震えていました。
C2 adjective /ˈprɒɡnəθəs/

prognathous

前突顎骨
Meaning
Having jaws that project forward beyond the rest of the face.
Example
The fossil displayed a distinctly prognathous skull structure.
化石は明確に前突顎骨の構造を示していた。
C1 verb/noun /skaʊl/

scowl

しかめっ面をする
Meaning
To frown in an angry or bad-tempered way.
Example
She scowled when she heard the unfair remark.
彼女は不公平なコメントを聞いてしかめっ面をした。
B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒɪnəbl/

imaginable

想像できる
Meaning
Capable of being imagined or conceived.
Example
They offered every imaginable type of food at the festival.
彼らはフェスティバルであらゆる想像できるタイプの食べ物を提供しました。
B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

弱める
Meaning
to make or become less strong or powerful
Example
The illness weakened his immune system significantly.
その病気は彼の免疫システムを著しく弱めました。
A1 verb /kɔːst/

cost

費用
Meaning
to have a price of; to require payment; to cause loss
Example
This book will cost twenty dollars.
この本は二十ドルかかります。
C2 noun /rɪˈfɛktəri/

refectory

食堂
Meaning
a dining hall, especially in a monastery, convent, or school
Example
Students had lunch in the refectory.
学生たちは食堂で昼食をとった。
C1 noun ˌkæp.ɪ.təl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

capitalization

資本化
Meaning
The total market value of a company's shares or the provision of capital for a company or activity.
Example
The company's capitalization reached $1 billion in market value.
その会社の資本化は市場価値で10億ドルに達しました。