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A2 noun /ˈfæktəri/

factory

工場
Meaning
A building or group of buildings where goods are manufactured.
Example
He works in a shoe factory.
彼は靴工場で働いています。
C2 adjective /ˈnɛtlˌsʌm/

nettlesome

苛立たしい
Meaning
Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.
Example
The nettlesome rules frustrated the workers.
苛立たしい規則は労働者たちを苛立たせました。
C2 noun /kæd/

Cad

悪党; 粗野な
Meaning
a man who behaves dishonorably, especially toward women
Example
Everyone at the party avoided him because he was known to be a cad.
パーティーの皆は彼を避けました、なぜなら彼が悪党として知られていたからです。
C2 adjective /sɪˈkweɪʃəs/

sequacious

盲目的に従う
Meaning
Lacking independence of thought; blindly following.
Example
The sequacious students never questioned their teacher's opinions.
シクウェイシャスな学生は、教師の意見に疑問を呈することはありませんでした。
C1 noun /səˈlɪn.ə.t̬i/

salinity

塩分, 塩濃度
Meaning
The salt content of soil or water, typically measured as a concentration.
Example
The salinity of the ocean varies depending on depth and location.
海洋の塩分は深さと場所によって異なります。
A2 noun /wʊlf/

Wolf

オオカミ
Meaning
a wild carnivorous mammal which is the largest member of the dog family
Example
The wolf howled at the full moon.
オオカミは満月に向かって遠吠えした。
B2 noun ˈɪndɪkeɪtə

indicator

指標
Meaning
A thing that indicates the state or level of something.
Example
The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health.
失業率は経済の健康の重要な指標です。
C2 noun vəˈlɪʃən

volition

意志
Meaning
The faculty or power of using one's will; the power of choosing or determining.
Example
She left the job of her own volition.
彼女は自分の意思で仕事を辞めました。
C1 noun /ˈklaɪəntɛl/

clientele

顧客層
Meaning
The clients or customers of a professional person or business.
Example
The salon's clientele includes many high-profile individuals.
そのサロンの顧客層には多くの高いプロフィールを持つ人物が含まれています。
C2 adjective /ˌlɛvəlˈhɛdɪd/

levelheaded

冷静で賢明
Meaning
calm and sensible; showing good judgment.
Example
She remained levelheaded during the crisis.
彼女は危機の間冷静を保った。
C2 noun /əˌbɑː.məˈneɪ.ʃən/

abomination

忌まわしい物
Meaning
a thing that causes disgust or hatred
Example
Slavery was considered an abomination.
奴隷制度は忌まわしい物と見なされていました。
C2 noun /dɪˈkrɛpɪˌtjuːd/

decrepitude

衰退
Meaning
the state of being old, weak, and worn out
Example
The once-great empire fell into decrepitude.
かつて偉大だった帝国は衰退しました。
A2 adjective /ˌdʒæpəˈniːz/

japanese

日本語
Meaning
relating to Japan, its people, or their language
Example
She loves Japanese culture and traditions.
彼女は日本の文化と伝統が大好きです。
C1 verb /weɪd/

wade

水を歩く
Meaning
to walk through water or another substance that impedes movement
Example
The children waded in the shallow river.
子供たちは浅い川を歩いていました。
C1 verb /ˈpɜːrkəleɪt/

percolate

Meaning
To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.
Example
The rainwater percolated through the soil into the groundwater.
C1 noun /ˌdʒɛr.iˈætrɪks/

geriatrics

老年医学
Meaning
the branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of old people
Example
He specialized in geriatrics to care for the elderly.
彼は高齢者の世話をするために、老年医学を専門にしました。
A2 adjective /ˈmeɪdʒər/

major

重要な
Meaning
important, serious, or significant
Example
Climate change is a major concern for the world.
気候変動は世界にとって重大な懸念事項です。
B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

偽りの, 嘘の
Meaning
not genuine; fraudulent or insincere
Example
He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.
彼は本当の気持ちを隠すために偽りの笑顔を見せた。
B1 noun /tʃuˈɪʃ.ən/

tuition

授業料
Meaning
the fee for instruction or teaching, typically at a school or university
Example
The tuition for the college has increased this year.
大学の授業料は今年増加しました。
C2 verb /mʌlkt/

mulct

罰金を科す / 詐欺を働く
Meaning
to punish by a fine or to defraud someone of money
Example
The corrupt official was mulcted for his misconduct.
腐敗した公務員は不正行為に対して罰金を科された。
C2 noun /ˌpɛkəˈdɪloʊ/

peccadillo

小さな過ち
Meaning
a small or minor fault or sin
Example
Forgetting to call was just a small peccadillo, not a serious mistake.
電話をかけ忘れるのはただの小さな過ちで、重大なミスではありません。
C2 noun /ˈɡʌp.i fɪʃ/

Guppy fish

グッピー
Meaning
a small colorful freshwater fish popular in aquariums, known for its vibrant colors and easy breeding
Example
The guppy fish is perfect for beginners who want to start an aquarium.
グッピーは、水槽を始めたい初心者にぴったりです。
C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

アナーキスト
Meaning
a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority
Example
The anarchist group protested against state control.
アナーキストのグループは国家の支配に反対して抗議しました。
B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒ガス
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
産業からの有毒ガスは大気汚染に貢献しています。
C1 adjective + noun ˈfeɪvərəbəl klaɪˈmætɪk kənˈdɪʃənz

favorable climatic conditions

好ましい気候条件
Meaning
Weather conditions that are suitable and beneficial for growth or development
Example
Winter offers favorable climatic conditions for farming.
冬は農業にとって好ましい気候条件を提供します。
C2 adjective /ˌhæfˈhɑːr.tɪd/

halfhearted

やる気がない
Meaning
lacking enthusiasm or determination; unenthusiastic
Example
His halfhearted attempt to study did not bring good results.
彼のやる気がない勉強の試みは良い結果を生まなかった。
B1 verb /ˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

organize

整理する
Meaning
to arrange systematically; to plan and coordinate
Example
She organized a surprise party for her friend.
彼女は友達のためにサプライズパーティーを企画した。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈspjuːtəbəl/

Indisputable

議論の余地がない; 否定できない; 確定的
Meaning
impossible to deny or argue against; undeniable; certain
Example
The evidence against him was indisputable.
彼に対する証拠は議論の余地がなかった。
C2 noun /ˈmeɪdənˌhʊd/

maidenhood

処女性
Meaning
The state of being a maiden; girlhood or virginity.
Example
The poem celebrated the innocence of maidenhood.
その詩は処女性の無垢を讃えました。
C2 verb /əˈɡriːv/

aggrieve

傷つける
Meaning
to cause distress or make someone feel resentful
Example
She felt aggrieved by the unfair decision.
彼女は不公平な決定に心を痛めていた。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʒʊəriəs/

injurious

有害な
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause harm or damage.
Example
Smoking is injurious to health.
喫煙は健康に有害です。
A2 verb /səkˈsiːd/

succeed

成功する
Meaning
to achieve the desired aim or result; to do well
Example
She worked hard to succeed in her career.
彼女はキャリアで成功するために一生懸命働いた。
A1 noun /sɪks/

six

六
Meaning
the number 6
Example
There are six apples on the table.
テーブルにリンゴが六個あります。
C2 verb /kəˈdʒoʊl/

cajole

おだてる
Meaning
To persuade someone to do something by flattery or gentle urging.
Example
She managed to cajole her friend into joining the trip.
彼女は友達を旅行に参加させることに成功した。
C2 verb /məˈlɪŋɡər/

malinger

病気を装う
Meaning
to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work
Example
He tried to malinger to avoid going to school.
彼は学校に行くのを避けるためにマリンジャーしようとした。
C1 verb /ɪkˈspend/

expend

使う
Meaning
to use up or consume; to spend energy or resources
Example
He expended all his energy on the project.
彼はプロジェクトに全てのエネルギーを費やした。
C1 noun /ˈsɪtrɪk ˈæsɪd/

Citric Acid

クエン酸
Meaning
a natural acid found in citrus fruits, used as a food preservative and flavoring agent
Example
Add a pinch of citric acid to preserve the color of the fruit jam.
果物ジャムの色を保つためにクエン酸をひとつまみ加えてください。
B1 noun /preɪz/

Praise

賞賛
Meaning
words that show approval or admiration; to express approval or admiration
Example
The teacher gave praise to the students for their hard work.
教師は学生たちの努力を賞賛しました。
B1 adjective /ˌoʊld ˈfæʃənd/

old-fashioned

昔風の
Meaning
not modern; belonging to an earlier time
Example
He still wears an old-fashioned hat.
彼は今でも昔風の帽子をかぶっています。
C1 adverb /ˌðeərəˈpɒn/

Thereupon

その後すぐに;
Meaning
immediately after that; following that event
Example
He finished his speech and thereupon left the stage.
彼はスピーチを終え、その後すぐにステージを離れました。
B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

アーケード
Meaning
a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games
Example
The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.
子供たちはゲームセンターで午後を過ごしました。
C2 noun /ɒmˈnɪʃəns/

omniscience

全知
Meaning
the state of knowing everything
Example
The novel's narrator has an air of omniscience, revealing every character's thoughts.
小説の語り手は全知の空気をまとい、すべてのキャラクターの考えを明らかにしている。
C2 noun ˈkɑː.dərz

cadres

カド
Meaning
A small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession; a group of activists in a communist or other political organization.
Example
There are 26 cadres under BPSC.
BPSCの下に26人のカドがいます。
C1 noun /sloʊθ/

Sloth

怠惰; 仕事や努力をすることに対する reluctance
Meaning
laziness; reluctance to work or make an effort
Example
His sloth prevented him from achieving his goals.
彼の怠惰は、目標達成を妨げました。
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。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɛər/

impair

損なう
Meaning
to weaken or damage something, especially a function or ability
Example
Smoking can impair your lung capacity.
喫煙は肺活量を害する可能性があります。
B2 verb /ɪnˈkaʊntər/

encounter

遭遇する / 出会う
Meaning
to unexpectedly meet someone or experience something, especially something difficult or new
Example
During the hike, we encountered a wild bear.
ハイキング中に、私たちは野生のクマに遭遇しました。
C1 verb /trʌdʒ/

trudge

足を引きずって歩く
Meaning
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.
Example
They had to trudge through the snow to reach the village.
彼らは村に到達するために雪の中を足を引きずって歩かなければならなかった。
A1 pronoun, noun, adjective /wʌn/

one

一
Meaning
the number equivalent to the sum of zero and one; a single person or thing
Example
Only one student answered the question.
ただ一人の学生が質問に答えました。
B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

静的
Meaning
Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.
Example
Static ideas hinder progress.
静的な考えは進展を妨げる。
C2 verb /ˌɪnkəˈpæsɪteɪt/

incapacitate

無力化する
Meaning
to deprive someone or something of the ability or strength to function
Example
The severe injury incapacitated the player for the rest of the season.
その重傷はプレーヤーをシーズンの残りの期間無力化させた。
B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

味方
Meaning
To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.
Example
The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.
二国は共通の敵に対して連携することを決定した。
C2 noun /ˈmeɪsə/

mesa

メサ
Meaning
An isolated flat-topped hill with steep sides, found in arid regions.
Example
The hikers stopped to admire the mesa rising above the desert floor.
ハイカーたちは砂漠の床から突き出たメサを賞賛するために立ち寄りました。
C2 adjective /baɪˈɛniəl/

biennial

隔年の
Meaning
happening every two years
Example
The biennial festival attracts thousands of visitors.
その隔年の祭りは何千人もの訪問者を引き付けます。
B2 verb /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪt/

devastate

荒廃させる
Meaning
to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage
Example
The hurricane devastated the coastal town.
ハリケーンは沿岸の町を荒廃させた。
B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/

viewer

視聴者
Meaning
a person who watches something, especially television or video content
Example
The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.
視聴者はリモコンでチャンネルを切り替えることができます。
C1 adjective /ˈluːdɪkrəs/

ludicrous

ばかげた
Meaning
so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
Example
It is ludicrous to think the Earth is flat.
地球が平らだと思うのはばかげている。
C2 adjective /ˌhɛtərəʊˈmɔːrfɪk/

heteromorphic

異形の
Meaning
Having different forms or shapes, especially in the same species or organism.
Example
Butterflies are heteromorphic during their life cycle, changing forms from larva to adult.
蝶々はそのライフサイクルの中で異形であり、幼虫から成虫に変化します。
C1 adjective /pəˈrɛniəl/

perennial

永続的
Meaning
lasting or existing for a long time, or recurring continually
Example
Climate change is a perennial concern for scientists.
気候変動は科学者にとって永続的な関心事です。
B2 verb /sæk/

sack

解雇する
Meaning
to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack
Example
The company sacked him for poor performance.
会社は業績不良で彼を解雇しました。
B2 noun /lɔːntʃ/

Launch

ランチ
Meaning
a large motorboat or a boat used to transport people and goods
Example
We took a launch to cross the river.
私たちは川を渡るためにランチを使いました。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtoʊn/

overtone

微妙な意味
Meaning
A subtle quality, implication, or additional meaning beyond the obvious.
Example
His speech had political overtones that were hard to ignore.
彼のスピーチには無視できない政治的なニュアンスが含まれていました。
B2 verb /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪt/

fascinate

魅了する
Meaning
to attract and hold the attention of someone; to charm or captivate
Example
The magician's performance fascinated the audience.
マジシャンのパフォーマンスは観客を魅了した。
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsɪflɑːʒ/

persiflage

軽い皮肉
Meaning
light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter
Example
Their conversation was full of persiflage and jokes.
彼らの会話は軽い皮肉とジョークでいっぱいだった。
C1 noun /ˈɪrˌplʌɡ/

earplug

イヤープラグ
Meaning
a device inserted into the ear to block out noise or water
Example
He wore earplugs to sleep during the noisy night.
彼は騒がしい夜に寝るためにイヤープラグを着けました。
B1 noun /ˈnaɪt.meər/

Nightmare

悪夢
Meaning
a frightening or unpleasant dream; a very unpleasant experience
Example
The exam was a complete nightmare for unprepared students.
試験は準備不足の学生にとって完全な悪夢でした。
B2 verb səˈpres

suppress

抑制する
Meaning
To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.
Example
Authorities must suppress criminal activities in campuses.
当局はキャンパス内の犯罪行為を抑制しなければならない。
B1 adverb /ɪnˈkriːsɪŋli/

increasingly

ますます
Meaning
more and more over time
Example
People are increasingly concerned about climate change.
人々は気候変動についてますます懸念しています。
B2 noun /ɪnˌtɜːrprəˈteɪʃən/

interpretation

解釈
Meaning
the action of explaining the meaning of something
Example
The teacher gave her own interpretation of the poem.
教師は詩の自分の解釈を示しました。
C2 noun /ˈstriːmlɪt/

streamlet

小川
Meaning
a small stream; a tiny brook or rivulet
Example
A streamlet flowed through the meadow.
小川が草地を流れていました。
B1 noun /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

instrument

楽器
Meaning
A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for scientific or musical work.
Example
The doctor used a special instrument during the surgery.
医師は手術中に特別な楽器を使用しました。
B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

虐殺 / 大量殺人
Meaning
the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently
Example
The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.
軍隊は数百人の敵兵を虐殺した。
C2 adjective /əˈsɜːrbɪk/

acerbic

辛辣
Meaning
sharp, harsh, or bitter in tone or taste
Example
His acerbic comments offended many people in the meeting.
彼の辛辣なコメントは会議で多くの人々を侮辱しました。
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

論争の的
Meaning
Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.
Example
The policy remains controversial.
その政策は論争を呼び起こし続けています。
C1 noun /ˈæbsɛs/

abscess

膿瘍
Meaning
A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.
Example
The dentist treated the abscess in his tooth.
歯医者は彼の歯の膿瘍を治療しました。
B2 adjective /blʌnt/

blunt

鈍い、率直な
Meaning
not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech
Example
Her blunt remarks offended some people.
彼女の率直な言葉は何人かの人々を傷つけた。
C2 noun /sʌbˈɔːl.tən/

subaltern

下級の立場にある人；軍隊では、若い将校
Meaning
A person holding a subordinate position; in the military, a junior officer.
Example
The subaltern was responsible for leading a small platoon of soldiers.
サブオルターナは小さな小隊を指揮する責任がありました。
C1 adjective /ˈhæpləs/

hapless

不運な, 不幸な
Meaning
unfortunate, unlucky, deserving pity
Example
The hapless traveler lost his passport on the very first day.
不運な旅行者は、初日にパスポートを失くしました。
C2 noun /ˈmɔːreɪz/

mores

風習
Meaning
the essential or characteristic customs and conventions of a community
Example
Social mores often dictate how people behave in public.
社会的な風習は、しばしば人々が公共の場でどのように振る舞うかを決定します。
C1 noun /ˈpɛdɪɡriː/

pedigree

家系
Meaning
the recorded ancestry or lineage of a person, family, or animal; the history or origin of something
Example
The dog has a pedigree that traces back several generations.
その犬は何世代にもわたる家系を持っています。
B1 noun /ˈɛldər/

elder

長老
Meaning
a person who is older or has higher rank; an older person in a family or community
Example
We should always respect our elders.
私たちは常に年長者を尊敬しなければなりません。
C1 noun ˌfræɡ.mənˈteɪ.ʃən

fragmentation

フラグメンテーション
Meaning
The process or state of breaking or being broken into fragments.
Example
Habitat fragmentation threatens many species.
生息地のフラグメンテーションは多くの種に脅威を与えています。
C1 noun ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl

agrochemical

農業化学物質
Meaning
A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.
Example
Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality.
過度なアグロケミカルの使用は土壌の質を低下させる可能性があります。
B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Meaning
as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal
Example
The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.
C1 noun /ˈveɪpəraɪzər/

vaporizer

ベイポライザー
Meaning
a device that turns a liquid into vapor, often for inhalation
Example
She used a vaporizer to ease her cough.
彼女は咳を和らげるためにベイポライザーを使いました。
C2 adjective /əˈkɪliən/

achillean

アキレス的
Meaning
like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable
Example
His achillean pride made him blind to danger.
彼のアキレス的な誇りは彼を危険に対して盲目にした。
B2 noun /ˈnek.taɪ/

Necktie

ネクタイ
Meaning
a strip of cloth worn around the neck under a shirt collar and tied in front
Example
He adjusted his necktie before the important meeting.
彼は重要な会議の前にネクタイを調整した。
C1 noun /ˈdrɛsˌmeɪkər/

dressmaker

洋裁師
Meaning
A person who makes or alters women's clothing professionally.
Example
The dressmaker crafted a beautiful gown for the bride.
洋裁師は花嫁のために美しいドレスを作った。
B2 noun /ˈbætʃələr/

Bachelor

独身男性; 大学の学位を持つ人
Meaning
an unmarried man; a person who holds a first degree from a university
Example
He remained a bachelor all his life and earned a bachelor's degree in engineering.
彼は一生独身で、工学の学位を取得しました。
C1 noun /ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən/

trepidation

恐れ
Meaning
a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen
Example
She opened the letter with some trepidation.
彼女は少し恐れを抱えて手紙を開けた。
B1 preposition /rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/

regarding

に関して
Meaning
concerning or relating to
Example
The decision regarding the meeting will be made tomorrow.
会議に関する決定は明日行われます。
B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

自己制御
Meaning
The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.
Example
Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.
自己制御はバランスの取れた生活を維持するために重要です。
B1 adjective /ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/

Loving

愛情深い; 世話好きな; 愛と温かさを示す
Meaning
affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth
Example
She is a loving mother who cares deeply for her children.
彼女は子供たちを深く思いやる愛情深い母親です。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈhɛrənt/

inherent

固有の
Meaning
Existing in something as a natural, permanent, or essential quality.
Example
There are inherent risks in extreme sports.
エクストリームスポーツには固有のリスクが存在する。
C1 noun /ˌdɪsbɪˈliːvər/

disbeliever

不信者
Meaning
a person who does not believe in something, especially a religion or idea
Example
He was called a disbeliever for rejecting the traditional faith.
彼は伝統的な信仰を拒否したため、不信者と呼ばれました。
B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

維持する
Meaning
To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.
Example
The team worked hard to sustain their success.
チームは彼らの成功を維持するために一生懸命働きました。
C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈsɛl/

undersell

Meaning
to sell something at a lower price than competitors or to downplay the value of something
Example
The shop undersold its rivals by offering huge discounts.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪnər/

trainer

トレーナー
Meaning
a person who teaches skills or gives training
Example
The fitness trainer helped me improve my posture.
フィットネストレーナーは私の姿勢を改善するのを手伝ってくれました。
C2 noun /ˈfaɪər.brænd/

firebrand

活動家
Meaning
a person who is passionate about a cause, often inciting change or action
Example
The activist was a true firebrand, inspiring everyone around him to join the protest.
その活動家は本物の火のような情熱を持ち、周りの全員を抗議に参加させた。
C1 adjective /ˈspaɪn.ləs/

Spineless

勇気がない; 意志が弱い; 臆病
Meaning
lacking courage or determination; weak-willed
Example
He was too spineless to stand up for his beliefs.
彼は自分の信念を貫くには、あまりにも臆病すぎた。
C2 noun /fez/

Fez

フェズ
Meaning
a cone-shaped red hat with a tassel, traditionally worn by men in some Middle Eastern countries
Example
The traditional costume included a red fez with a black tassel.
伝統的な衣装には、黒い房付きの赤いフェズが含まれていました。
A2 noun /ʃɔːrts/

shorts

ショートパンツ
Meaning
a short garment worn on the lower half of the body that covers each leg separately, usually above the knees.
Example
He wore a pair of blue shorts to the beach.
彼はビーチに青いショートパンツを履いていました。
B1 adjective /rɪˈpiː.tɪd/

Repeated

繰り返しの; 多くの回発生する
Meaning
done again; happening again; occurring multiple times
Example
He made repeated attempts to contact her.
彼は何度も彼女に連絡を試みました。
B2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛstɪd/

congested

渋滞
Meaning
Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.
Example
The road was congested during rush hour.
ラッシュアワー中、道路は渋滞していました。
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.ʃən.əl/

Optional

任意
Meaning
not compulsory; left to choice
Example
Wearing a tie is optional for this event.
このイベントではネクタイの着用は任意です。
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.kən.si/

Vacancy

空席; 空きポジションまたは部屋
Meaning
an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room
Example
There is a vacancy for a software engineer in our company.
私たちの会社にはソフトウェアエンジニアの空席があります。
B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

Meaning
to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
Failure should not discourage you from trying again.
C2 verb /ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

subjugate

支配する
Meaning
To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.
Example
The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.
帝国は隣接する王国を従わせようとした。
C2 noun /ˈsɪnjuː/

sinew

腱
Meaning
A tendon; figuratively, the source of strength, power, or resilience.
Example
The sinews in his arms stood out as he lifted the heavy box.
重い箱を持ち上げると、彼の腕の腱が目立ちました。
C2 noun /ˈbɑːr.nɪ.kəl/

Barnacle

フジツボ
Meaning
a marine crustacean that attaches itself permanently to underwater surfaces
Example
The old ship's hull was covered with barnacles.
古い船の船体にはフジツボがびっしりと付いていた。
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

人員
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
会社は新しい支店のためにもっと多くの人員を採用しています。
C2 adjective /əˈsɪdjʊləs/

acidulous

やや酸っぱいまたは鋭い
Meaning
slightly sour or sharp in taste or manner
Example
The critic wrote an acidulous review of the movie.
批評家は映画に対して鋭いレビューを書いた。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈzɒlvd/

unresolved

未解決の
Meaning
not solved or settled; remaining undecided or unclear
Example
The dispute remains unresolved despite several meetings.
その問題は何度も会議をしたにもかかわらず未解決のままだ。
B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

落書きする
Meaning
to write or draw carelessly or quickly
Example
The child scribbled all over the wall.
子供は壁に落書きをした。
C1 noun /ˈtoʊtəm/

totem

聖なる象徴
Meaning
A natural object, animal, or symbol that is revered as a spiritual emblem by a group or tribe.
Example
The eagle is considered a sacred totem in many cultures.
イーグルは多くの文化で神聖なトーテムと見なされています。
C2 noun /ˈʃaɪstər/

shyster

詐欺師
Meaning
a person, especially a lawyer, who uses unscrupulous or dishonest methods
Example
The businessman was exposed as a shyster who cheated clients.
そのビジネスマンは、顧客を騙す詐欺師として暴露されました。
C1 noun ˌvɜː.səˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

versatility

多才
Meaning
Ability to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many different skills.
Example
His versatility made him successful in multiple fields.
彼の多才さは、複数の分野で彼を成功させました。
B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

余暇
Meaning
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
Example
Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.
読書は週末の彼女のお気に入りの余暇活動です。
C1 noun /ˈkwæɡˌmaɪər/

quagmire

沼地、困難な状況
Meaning
a soft, wet area of land that gives way underfoot; a complex or dangerous situation
Example
The hikers were trapped in a political quagmire.
ハイカーたちは政治的な沼地に閉じ込められた。
C1 verb /ˈɪnstɪˌɡeɪt/

instigate

扇動する
Meaning
To bring about or initiate an action, often something negative.
Example
He was accused of instigating the riot.
彼は暴動を扇動したとして告発された。
C2 noun /fluː/

flue

煙道
Meaning
A pipe or channel for smoke and waste gases produced by a fire, gas heater, or power station.
Example
The chimney flue needs to be cleaned regularly.
煙突の煙道は定期的に掃除する必要があります。