C2 noun /ˈɛpənɪm/

eponym

名前の由来となった人

Meaning

A person after whom a discovery, invention, place, or other thing is named.

Example

Sandwich is an eponym named after the Earl of Sandwich.

サンドイッチはサンドイッチ伯爵にちなんだエポニムです。

C2 adjective /ˌɛl.ɪˈmɑː.səˌnɛr.i/

eleemosynary

慈善的な

Meaning

Relating to charity; dependent on or supported by charity.

Example

The hospital was founded as an eleemosynary institution.

病院は慈善的な機関として設立されました。

C1 noun /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈniː/

Examinee

受験者

Meaning

a person who is being tested in an examination

Example

Each examinee was given two hours to complete the test.

各受験者には試験を完了するために2時間が与えられました。

C1 adjective /ɪˈlɪptɪkl/

elliptical

楕円形の

Meaning

Having the shape of an ellipse; also, a style of speech that is concise and sometimes obscure.

Example

The planet follows an elliptical orbit around the sun.

その惑星は太陽の周りをエリプティカルな軌道で回っています。

C1 noun /juːˈfɔː.ri.ə/

euphoria

ユーフォリア, 陶酔, 高揚感

Meaning

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness; elation.

Example

Winning the championship brought a sense of euphoria.

チャンピオンシップを勝ち取ったことで、ユーフォリアを感じた。

C2 verb /ɛnˈkɪndl/

enkindle

火をつける、感動させる

Meaning

to set on fire or inspire strong emotion

Example

The speech enkindled hope in the audience.

スピーチは観客に希望を灯しました。

C2 verb /ɛkˈskɔːrieɪt/

excoriate

厳しく批判する

Meaning

To strongly criticize someone; to denounce severely.

Example

The critic excoriated the film for its poor script.

批評家はその映画の悪い脚本を厳しく批判しました。

A2 noun /ˈef.ət/

Effort

努力

Meaning

physical or mental activity needed to achieve something

Example

She put a lot of effort into preparing for the final examination.

彼女は期末試験の準備に多くの努力を注いだ。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdɔːrs/

endorse

支持する

Meaning

To give approval or support to someone or something; to publicly recommend.

Example

The celebrity endorsed the new skincare product.

セレブリティは新しいスキンケア製品を支持しました。

A2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktrɪk/

electric

電気的

Meaning

Relating to or operated by electricity.

Example

The room was lit by an electric lamp.

部屋は電気ランプで照らされていました。

C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

外向的な人

Meaning

a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people

Example

As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.

外向的な人として、彼女は社交的なイベントで新しい人々と出会うのが好きです。

C2 verb /ˈɛkspieɪt/

expiate

Meaning

to make amends for guilt or wrongdoing

Example

He tried to expiate his crime by helping the poor.

C1 noun /ɪˈnɔːrmɪti/

enormity

巨大さ

Meaning

The extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong.

Example

The enormity of the crime shocked the entire community.

犯罪の巨大さはコミュニティ全体を驚かせました。

B1 verb /ˈedɪt/

edit

編集する

Meaning

to make changes to improve or correct something

Example

I need to edit this document before submission.

この文書を提出前に編集する必要があります。

C1 noun /ɪˈnɪɡ.mə/

enigma

謎

Meaning

A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.

Example

Life remains an enigma to many.

人生は多くの人にとって謎のままです。

C2 adjective /ˌɛvɪˈdɛnʃəl/

evidential

証拠の

Meaning

relating to or providing evidence

Example

The lawyer presented evidential support for her claims.

弁護士は彼女の主張に対する証拠のサポートを提供しました。

A1 pronoun /ˈɛvrɪθɪŋ/

everything

すべて

Meaning

all things; the whole lot

Example

He packed everything in his suitcase.

彼はすべてをスーツケースに詰め込んだ。

A2 noun ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt

environment

環境

Meaning

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.

Example

Protecting the environment is crucial for future generations.

環境保護は未来の世代にとって重要です。

B1 noun /ɪkˈspres treɪn/

Express Train

エクスプレス列車

Meaning

a fast train that travels between major stations with few or no intermediate stops

Example

The express train reached the destination in half the usual time.

エクスプレス・トレインは通常の半分の時間で目的地に到着しました。

B1 noun ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv

executive

執行機関

Meaning

The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.

Example

The executive body enforces policies.

執行機関は政策を実行します。

C2 adjective /ˌɛl.ɪˈdʒaɪ.ək/

elegiac

エレジアック

Meaning

Expressing sorrow, often for something past; resembling an elegy.

Example

The novel ends on an elegiac note, mourning the lost era.

小説は失われた時代を悼むエレジアックな調子で終わる。

A2 verb /ɪkˈspekt/

expect

期待する

Meaning

to think something will happen; to anticipate

Example

I expect the meeting to start at 9 AM.

私は会議が午前9時に始まることを期待しています。

A2 adjective /ˈemp.ti/

Empty

空っぽ; 内容なし

Meaning

containing nothing; vacant; without contents

Example

The glass is empty and needs to be refilled.

グラスは空っぽで、再び満たす必要があります。

C1 noun /ˈɛksɜːrpt/

excerpt

抜粋

Meaning

A short portion taken from a text, film, or piece of music.

Example

The teacher read an excerpt from the novel.

先生は小説から一節を読みました。

C2 noun /ˈɛdi/

eddy

渦巻き

Meaning

A circular movement of water, air, or smoke, counter to the main current, causing a small whirlpool or turbulence.

Example

The canoe was caught in an eddy near the rocks.

カヌーは岩の近くで渦巻きに巻き込まれた。

B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

延長する

Meaning

to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give

Example

The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.

会社はプロジェクトの締め切りを延長することに決定しました。

B2 verb /ɪˈmɪt/

emit

放出する

Meaning

to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas

Example

The factory emits smoke into the atmosphere.

工場は大気中に煙を排出します。

C2 adjective /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/

effusive

感情的な

Meaning

Expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.

Example

She gave him an effusive welcome after his long journey.

彼女は長い旅の後、彼に感情的な歓迎をした。

C1 verb ɪˈræd.ɪ.keɪt

eradicate

根絶する

Meaning

To destroy completely; to put an end to something undesirable.

Example

Vaccination programs help eradicate infectious diseases.

ワクチンプログラムは感染症を根絶するのに役立ちます。

C2 noun /ɪˈluːʒən/

elusion

回避

Meaning

The act of escaping or avoiding something, especially by cleverness or trickery.

Example

His constant elusion of responsibility frustrated his colleagues.

彼の責任逃れは同僚を苛立たせた。

C1 noun /ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/

extradition

引渡し

Meaning

the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state

Example

The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues.

容疑者の引渡しは法的問題のため遅れました。

C2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

exceptionable

受け入れられない

Meaning

Open to objection; causing disapproval.

Example

His rude remarks were considered exceptionable by everyone present.

彼の無礼な発言は、出席していた全員にとって不適切だと見なされた。

C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

egoist

エゴイスト

Meaning

A person who is excessively concerned with themselves; someone who believes in or practices egoism.

Example

She avoided him because he was a selfish egoist.

彼女は彼を避けていた、なぜなら彼は利己的なエゴイストだったから。

C1 adjective /ɪkˈstætɪk/

ecstatic

興奮している

Meaning

Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or excitement.

Example

The fans were ecstatic after their team won the championship.

ファンたちはチームがチャンピオンになった後、興奮していました。

C1 adjective /ˈed.jʊ.keɪ.tɪv/

Educative

教育的; 有益な; 情報豊かな

Meaning

providing education; instructive; informative

Example

The documentary was highly educative and informative.

そのドキュメンタリーは非常に教育的で有益でした。

B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

エメラルド

Meaning

a bright green precious stone used in jewelry

Example

The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.

エメラルドのネックレスは太陽の光で輝いていました。

B2 noun /ɪkˈskɜː.ʃən/

Excursion

遠足; 観光旅行

Meaning

a short journey or trip, especially one engaged in as a leisure activity

Example

The school organized an excursion to the science museum for all students.

学校はすべての学生のために科学博物館への遠足を組織しました。

C1 adjective /ɪˈfɛm.ər.əl/

ephemeral

儚い

Meaning

Lasting for a very short time; temporary or transitory.

Example

The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral.

桜の花の美しさは儚い。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/

expressive

表現力豊かな

Meaning

Effectively conveying thought or feeling.

Example

Her eyes were so expressive that no words were needed.

彼女の目はとても表現力豊かで、言葉は必要なかった。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪd/

exhilarated

興奮した

Meaning

feeling very happy, animated, or elated

Example

She felt exhilarated after finishing the marathon.

彼女はマラソンを終えた後、とても興奮していた。

C2 noun /ɛmˈpɪrɪˌsɪzəm/

empiricism

経験主義

Meaning

the theory that all knowledge is derived from sense-experience

Example

Empiricism argues that knowledge comes from experience and observation.

経験主義は、知識は経験と観察から来ると主張しています。

C1 adjective + noun এক্সেসিভ স্ট্রেইন

excessive strain

過度のストレス

Meaning

An amount of physical pressure or stress that is more than what is normal or acceptable.

Example

Excessive strain on fingers can cause musculoskeletal issues.

指に過度のストレスがかかると、筋骨格の問題を引き起こす可能性があります。

C1 verb /ɪˈkweɪt/

equate

等しい

Meaning

To consider as equal or equivalent.

Example

Many people equate wealth with success.

多くの人々は富と成功を同一視します。

A1 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/

excited

興奮した

Meaning

very enthusiastic and eager about something

Example

The children were excited to open their presents.

子供たちはプレゼントを開けるのを楽しみにして興奮していました。

C2 noun /ˈɛpɪɡræm/

epigram

エピグラム

Meaning

A short, witty saying or poem that expresses an idea in a clever way.

Example

Oscar Wilde was famous for his sharp epigrams.

オスカー・ワイルドは鋭いエピグラムで有名でした。

C1 noun /ˈɛskəpeɪd/

escapade

冒険

Meaning

an adventurous, exciting, or reckless act

Example

Their summer escapade included camping and mountain climbing.

彼らの夏の冒険にはキャンプと山登りが含まれていました。

C1 verb /ɪnˈtrɛntʃ/

entrench

堅固にする

Meaning

To establish something so firmly that it is difficult to change.

Example

The company entrenched its position in the market through innovation.

その企業は革新を通じて市場での地位を固めました。

B1 adjective /ˌen.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/

Entertaining

面白い; 楽しくて魅力的

Meaning

providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging

Example

The comedian's performance was very entertaining and kept the audience laughing.

コメディアンのパフォーマンスは非常に面白く、観客を笑わせ続けました。

C1 verb /ɪˈnʌnsieɪt/

enunciate

明確に発音する

Meaning

to pronounce words clearly; to express an idea clearly

Example

The teacher asked him to enunciate each word.

先生は彼に各単語を明確に発音するように頼んだ。

B2 adjective ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜː.ri.əl

entrepreneurial

起業家精神

Meaning

Relating to or characterized by the activity of setting up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit.

Example

His entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish a successful startup.

彼の起業家精神は、彼が成功したスタートアップを立ち上げるのを助けました。

A1 noun /ɪər/

Ear

耳; 聴力; 聞く能力

Meaning

the organ of hearing; the ability to hear or listen

Example

She whispered something in his ear during the meeting.

会議中、彼女は彼の耳元で何かをささやきました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

Meaning

to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence

Example

The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.

C1 noun /ɪkˈspʌlʃən/

expulsion

退学

Meaning

The act of forcing someone to leave a place, especially a school or country.

Example

His constant misbehavior led to his expulsion from school.

彼の絶え間ない悪い行動は、学校からの退学につながった。

B1 adjective /ˈiː.ɡər/

Eager

熱心な; 期待に満ちた; わくわくしている

Meaning

showing keen interest; enthusiastic; having or showing desire and excitement

Example

She was eager to start her new job.

彼女は新しい仕事を始めるのを楽しみにしていました。

C1 noun /ɪnˈdɪrmənt/

endearment

愛情の言葉

Meaning

A word or phrase expressing affection or love.

Example

She whispered a gentle endearment to her child.

彼女は子供に優しい愛情の言葉をささやきました。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈkɝr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Encouraging

励ましの; モチベーションを与える

Meaning

giving support or confidence; inspiring; motivating

Example

The teacher's encouraging words motivated the students.

先生の励ましの言葉は生徒たちを励ました。

C2 adjective /ɪkˈstɛnsəbl/

extensible

拡張可能

Meaning

able to be extended; capable of expansion.

Example

The software is designed to be extensible with new features.

そのソフトウェアは新しい機能で拡張可能なように設計されています。

B1 adjective ɪˈstæb.lɪʃt

established

確立された

Meaning

Having been in existence for a long time and therefore recognized and generally accepted; set up on a firm or permanent basis.

Example

Democracy was established under strong leadership.

民主主義は強力な指導の下で確立されました。

B2 verb /ɪkˈspoʊz/

expose

暴露する

Meaning

to reveal or uncover; to make visible or known

Example

The investigation exposed the truth about the scandal.

調査はスキャンダルについての真実を暴露しました。

C2 noun /ˌɛmjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

emulation

エミュレーション

Meaning

Reproducing something or following someone to achieve success.

Example

The software allows the emulation of old video games on modern devices.

そのソフトウェアは、古いビデオゲームを最新のデバイスでエミュレートすることを可能にします。

C1 adjective /ɪˌlɪzəˈbiːθən/

elizabethan

エリザベス朝時代

Meaning

Relating to the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England (1558–1603), especially the style of that period.

Example

Shakespeare wrote many of his plays during the Elizabethan era.

シェイクスピアはエリザベス朝時代に多くの戯曲を書きました。

A1 adjective /ˈevri/

Every

すべての; どれも; 例外なし

Meaning

each one; all; without exception

Example

Every student must complete their homework.

すべての学生は宿題を終わらせなければなりません。

C2 adjective /ɛmˈpaɪriəl/

empyreal

天上的

Meaning

Heavenly, divine, or relating to the highest heavens.

Example

The poet described the empyreal beauty of the stars.

詩人は星の天上的な美しさを描写しました。

C2 adjective /ˈɛksɪdʒənt/

exigent

緊急

Meaning

demanding immediate action or attention; urgent

Example

The patient’s exigent condition required immediate surgery.

患者の緊急状態は即時の手術を必要としました。

B1 noun /ɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Existence

存在

Meaning

the fact or state of living or having objective reality; being alive

Example

Scientists are searching for evidence of life's existence on other planets.

科学者たちは他の惑星で生命の存在の証拠を探しています。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.bɔːl/

Eyeball

眼球

Meaning

the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket

Example

The doctor examined his eyeball carefully.

医者は彼のアイボールを注意深く調べました。

C1 verb /ɪˈlæps/

elapse

経過する

Meaning

to pass or go by, usually referring to time

Example

Several hours elapsed before he finally returned home.

数時間が経過し、彼はようやく家に帰った。

B1 adjective /ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

Energetic

エネルギッシュな; 活発な; エネルギーに満ちた

Meaning

having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy

Example

She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities.

彼女は非常にエネルギッシュで、アウトドア活動が大好きです。

A2 noun /ɛmˈplɔɪ.iː/

employee

従業員

Meaning

A person who works for an organization or company in return for payment.

Example

The company values each employee's contribution to its success.

会社は各従業員の成功への貢献を重視しています。

C1 verb /ˈɛnərˌdʒaɪz/

energize

活性化する

Meaning

To give energy or vitality to something or someone.

Example

The motivational speech helped energize the team.

モチベーションスピーチはチームを活性化するのに役立ちました。

C2 verb /ɪsˈtʃuː/

eschew

避ける

Meaning

to deliberately avoid or abstain from something

Example

She chose to eschew junk food for a healthier diet.

彼女は健康的な食事のためにジャンクフードを避けることを選びました。

B2 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

叙事詩

Meaning

a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale

Example

The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.

イリアスは世界文学の中で最も有名な叙事詩の一つです。

C2 adjective /ˌɛpɪkjʊˈriːən/

epicurean

エピキュリアン

Meaning

relating to the enjoyment of fine food, drink, and luxury

Example

The chef prepared an epicurean feast for the guests.

シェフはゲストのためにエピキュリアンな饗宴を準備しました。

C2 noun /ˌɛpɪzəʊˈɒtɪk/

epizootic

動物伝染病

Meaning

An outbreak of disease affecting many animals of one kind at the same time.

Example

The farmer feared an epizootic might wipe out his cattle.

農家は、動物伝染病が彼の家畜を壊すかもしれないと恐れていました。

C1 adjective /ˈen.vi.ə.bəl/

Enviable

うらやましい

Meaning

causing envy; desirable

Example

Her success was enviable among her peers.

彼女の成功は仲間の間でうらやましかった。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

旅行を始める

Meaning

Beginning a journey or enterprise.

Example

The group is embarking on a long journey.

グループは長い旅行を始めるところです。

B2 verb /ɪkˈspaɪər/

expire

期限切れ

Meaning

to come to an end, especially a period of validity or life

Example

My passport will expire next month.

私のパスポートは来月期限切れになります。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈtrɛntʃt/

entrenched

根付いている

Meaning

Firmly established and unlikely to change.

Example

Corruption is deeply entrenched in the system.

腐敗はシステムに深く根付いています。

A2 verb ɜrn

earn

稼ぐ

Meaning

To obtain money, typically as payment for work or through investment; to acquire or deserve through one's efforts.

Example

Assets help you earn income even while sleeping.

資産は、寝ている間でも収入を得るのを助けてくれます。

B2 noun ɪkˈspænʃən

expansion

拡張

Meaning

The action of becoming larger or more extensive; growth or development.

Example

Volunteering helps in the expansion of social networks.

ボランティア活動は、社会的ネットワークの拡張に役立ちます。

C1 noun ɪˌræd.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

eradication

根絶

Meaning

The complete destruction or elimination of something unwanted.

Example

Carbon eradication is a key goal of the project.

カーボンの根絶はプロジェクトの重要な目標です。

C2 adjective /ˌjuːləˈdʒɪstɪk/

eulogistic

賛辞の

Meaning

Expressing praise or admiration, often formally.

Example

The speaker gave a eulogistic account of the leader’s achievements.

スピーカーはリーダーの業績について賛辞の言葉を述べました。

B2 noun /iːz/

Ease

容易さ; 快適さ

Meaning

absence of difficulty or effort; comfort and relaxation

Example

After years of practice, she played the piano with great ease.

何年もの練習の後、彼女はピアノを大きな容易さで弾いた。

C1 verb /ˈɛkˌsaɪz/

excise

切除する

Meaning

to cut out or remove completely, often by surgery

Example

The surgeon excised the tumor successfully.

外科医は腫瘍を成功裏に切除しました。

C2 verb /ɪnˈtræp/

entrap

Meaning

To catch or trick someone into a difficult situation.

Example

The police tried to entrap the criminal with false evidence.

A2 adjective /ˈiː.stərn/

Eastern

東洋の

Meaning

relating to or situated in the east; from or characteristic of the eastern part of the world

Example

She studied Eastern philosophy at the university.

彼女は大学で東洋哲学を学びました。

C1 noun /ɪnˈtaɪərəti/

entirety

完全性

Meaning

the whole of something; the complete form

Example

He watched the movie in its entirety.

彼は映画をその完全性で観ました。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzuːbərənt/

exuberant

興奮した

Meaning

full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness

Example

The children were exuberant after winning the game.

子供たちはゲームに勝った後、興奮していました。

C2 adjective /ˈeksɪkrəbl/

execrable

ひどい

Meaning

Extremely bad or unpleasant.

Example

The movie was so execrable that many people left the theater early.

その映画はひどすぎて、多くの人々が早く映画館を出て行きました。

B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

社説

Meaning

A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.

Example

The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.

新聞は政府の政策を批判する社説を発表しました。

C2 adjective /ɪˈfiːt/

effete

無力

Meaning

Lacking vitality, strength, or effectiveness; weak and overrefined.

Example

The empire became effete after centuries of indulgence.

帝国は何世代にもわたる享楽の後、無力になった。

B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

百科事典

Meaning

a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically

Example

She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.

彼女は学校のプロジェクトを完成させるために百科事典を使いました。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/

engrained

深く根付いている、変更が難しい

Meaning

Firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.

Example

Cultural practices are often deeply engrained in the fabric of society.

文化的な慣習は、しばしば社会の構造に深く根付いています。

C1 exclamation /juˈriːkə/

eureka

ユーレカ!

Meaning

An exclamation used to express a sudden discovery or realization.

Example

When the solution finally came to him, he shouted, 'Eureka!'

解決策がついに彼に浮かんだとき、彼は叫んだ。 'ユーレカ!'

C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

Easy-chair

リクライニングチェア

Meaning

a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines

Example

He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.

彼は仕事の後、お気に入りのイージーチェアでくつろいだ。

C2 noun /ɛnˈsɪklɪkəl/

encyclical

回勅

Meaning

a formal letter sent by the Pope to Catholic churches, usually addressing important issues

Example

The Pope issued an encyclical on climate change and moral responsibility.

教皇は気候変動と道徳的責任についての回勅を発表しました。

C1 noun /ˌɛksɛnˈtrɪsəti/

eccentricity

奇抜さ

Meaning

the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange

Example

His eccentricity made him both admired and misunderstood.

彼の奇抜さは、彼を賞賛されると同時に誤解される原因となった。

C1 verb /ɪɡˈzɒnəreɪt/

exonerate

免責

Meaning

To clear someone from blame or accusation.

Example

The court exonerated her from all charges.

裁判所は彼女をすべての告発から免除しました。

C2 verb /ˌɛvəˈnɛs/

evanesce

消える

Meaning

To disappear gradually; to fade away.

Example

The mist began to evanesce as the sun rose higher.

霧は太陽が高く昇るにつれて消え始めた。

B2 noun /ɪnˈrɪtʃ.mənt/

enrichment

豊かさ

Meaning

The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.

Example

Cultural enrichment fosters a deeper understanding of traditions.

文化的な豊かさは伝統への深い理解を促進します。

C2 noun /ˈɛnsaɪn/

ensign

旗

Meaning

A flag or standard, especially a military or naval one indicating nationality; also a junior officer in the navy or coast guard.

Example

The ship raised its national ensign before leaving the harbor.

その船は港を出る前に国旗を掲げました。

A2 noun /ɪˈlek.trɪk fæn/

Electric fan

電気ファン

Meaning

a device with rotating blades that creates airflow to cool or ventilate a room

Example

The electric fan keeps the room cool during hot summer days.

電気ファンは、暑い夏の日に部屋を涼しく保ちます。

C2 noun /ˈɛkwɪpɔɪz/

equipoise

均衡

Meaning

A state of balance or equilibrium.

Example

Her calmness created an equipoise in the heated debate.

彼女の落ち着きは熱い議論の中で均衡を作り出しました。

B1 noun ˈem.fə.sɪs

emphasis

強調

Meaning

Special importance, value, or prominence given to something; stress laid on a particular point or aspect.

Example

The speaker placed emphasis on sustainable development.

スピーカーは持続可能な開発に強調を置きました。

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

呼び起こす

Meaning

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

その古い歌は彼女の子供時代の思い出を呼び起こしました。

C1 adjective ɪˈræt.ɪk

erratic

不規則

Meaning

Unpredictable and inconsistent; not even or regular in pattern or movement.

Example

His erratic behavior confused his colleagues.

彼のエラティックな行動は、同僚たちを混乱させました。

B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

過度の

Meaning

More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.

Example

Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.

過度の人口増加は資源の枯渇を引き起こします。

C2 verb /ɪnˈskɒns/

ensconce

快適に座る, 隠れる

Meaning

to settle comfortably or securely in a place; to hide or shelter firmly

Example

She ensconced herself in a cozy armchair by the fireplace.

彼女は暖炉のそばの快適な椅子に座り込んだ。

C1 noun /ˈɛdɪfɪs/

edifice

建物

Meaning

A large, impressive building or structure.

Example

The museum is an impressive edifice in the city center.

その博物館は市内中心部の印象的な建物です。

B1 verb ɪkˈspændɪd

expanded

拡大された

Meaning

Made or become larger or more extensive.

Example

Expanded opportunities in education can transform lives.

教育における拡大された機会は、人生を変えることができます。

C2 adjective /ˌiːvənˈhændɪd/

evenhanded

公平な

Meaning

Fair and impartial; showing no bias or favoritism.

Example

The judge was praised for her evenhanded approach to the case.

その裁判官は、公平なアプローチでその事件を扱ったことで称賛されました。

A1 adjective /ˈiː.vən/

Even

平ら; 均等; 水準

Meaning

flat and smooth; equal or uniform; level

Example

The surface was completely even and smooth.

表面は完全に平らで滑らかでした。

B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

排出

Meaning

The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.

Example

Carbon emissions are rising globally.

炭素排出は世界中で増加しています。

C2 adjective /ˈek.wə.bəl/

Equable

冷静

Meaning

calm and even-tempered; not easily disturbed

Example

He maintained an equable temperament throughout the crisis.

彼は危機の間、冷静な気質を保ち続けた。

B1 noun ɪˈkɒnəmiːz

economies

経済

Meaning

The wealth and resources of a country or region.

Example

Emerging economies have been growing rapidly over the past decade.

新興経済は過去10年間で急速に成長しています。

B1 noun ɪˈkwɒl.ə.ti

equality

平等

Meaning

The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

Example

Equality in education is a key goal.

教育における平等は重要な目標です。

C2 verb /ˈɛdɪfaɪ/

edify

Meaning

To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.

Example

Good books can both entertain and edify the reader.

C2 verb /ɪˈfeɪs/

efface

消す

Meaning

To erase or wipe out something; to make oneself inconspicuous.

Example

Time had effaced the letters on the old gravestone.

時間は古い墓石に刻まれた文字を消してしまいました。

C2 noun /ɪˈfɛmɪnəsi/

effeminacy

女性的特質

Meaning

The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.

Example

In ancient times, effeminacy was often criticized as a sign of weakness.

古代では、女性的特質はしばしば弱さのサインとして批判されていました。

C1 verb ɪˈluːd

elude

逃れる

Meaning

Evade or escape from, typically in a skillful or cunning way; avoid being caught.

Example

The thief managed to elude the police.

泥棒は警察から逃げることに成功した。

B2 verb, noun /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

exploit

Meaning

to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage

Example

The company was accused of exploiting child labor.