B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

ガウン

Meaning

a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings

Example

She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.

彼女は卒業式でイブニングガウンを着てエレガントに見えた。

C2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsəri/

promissory

約束的

Meaning

Containing or conveying a promise, especially in writing.

Example

He signed a promissory note to repay the loan.

彼はローンを返済するために約束手形にサインしました。

B1 noun /ˈpeɪstri/

pastry

ペストリー

Meaning

a baked food product made from flour, fat, and water, often sweet or savory

Example

I bought a box of fresh pastries for breakfast.

私は朝食のために新鮮なペストリーの箱を買いました。

C2 noun /pərˈdɪʃən/

perdition

幸福

Meaning

A state of eternal spiritual ruin, often referring to hell or damnation.

Example

The preacher warned that greed would lead to perdition.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができなかった。

C1 verb /dɪˈflɛkt/

deflect

反らす / 避ける

Meaning

to cause something to change direction; to avoid answering directly

Example

The shield deflected the incoming arrow.

盾は飛んできた矢を反らした。

A2 noun /θɔːt/

thought

考え

Meaning

an idea or opinion produced by thinking or considering something

Example

She had a sudden thought about the future.

彼女は未来についての突然の考えを持っていた。

B2 verb /rɪˈkɜːr/

recur

Meaning

to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals

Example

The headache tends to recur every few weeks.

C2 adjective /ˈmɛdəlsəm/

meddlesome

干渉好きな

Meaning

fond of interfering in other people’s affairs

Example

She found her neighbor to be meddlesome and annoying.

彼女は隣人が干渉的で迷惑だと感じた。

C2 noun /meɪndʒ/

mange

疥癬

Meaning

a skin disease in animals caused by parasitic mites, leading to hair loss and sores

Example

The stray dog was suffering from mange.

野良犬は疥癬に苦しんでいた。

B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源する

Meaning

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

Example

The tradition originated in ancient times.

その伝統は古代の時代に起源を持っています。

B2 noun /ˈbrɔːd.bænd/

broadband

ブロードバンド

Meaning

a high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies.

Example

Broadband internet has become a necessity in modern homes.

ブロードバンドインターネットは現代の家庭で必需品となっています。

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。

B2 noun /ˈæd.və.kət/

Advocate

弁護士

Meaning

a lawyer who represents clients in court; a person who supports or argues for a cause or policy

Example

The advocate presented strong evidence to defend his client in court.

その弁護士は法廷で彼の依頼人を弁護するために強力な証拠を提示した。

C2 verb /ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/

effacing

消す / 自分を目立たなくする

Meaning

erasing or making oneself inconspicuous; to remove or diminish in significance

Example

She kept effacing herself during the meeting so that others could shine.

会議中に他の人が輝けるように、自分自身を消し続けました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈtru/

Untrue

嘘の; 間違った

Meaning

not true; false; incorrect

Example

His statement about the incident was completely untrue.

彼の事件に関する声明は完全に嘘でした。

B1 noun /ˈvɜːr.ʒən/

Version

バージョン; 形態; 物語

Meaning

a particular form or variation of something; an account of an event

Example

This is the latest version of the software.

これはソフトウェアの最新バージョンです。

C2 adjective /ˈɡlʌt.ən.əs/

gluttonous

大食い

Meaning

Excessively greedy in eating or consuming.

Example

His gluttonous appetite shocked everyone at the dinner table.

彼の大食いの食欲は、ディナーテーブルで皆を驚かせた。

C1 noun /ˈkæmi.oʊ/

cameo

カメオ

Meaning

a small but significant role in a play, film, or show, often performed by a well-known person

Example

The actor made a surprise cameo in the movie.

その俳優は映画でサプライズのカメオを果たした。

C1 noun /weɪ/

Whey

ホエイ

Meaning

the watery part of milk that separates from the curds when making cheese

Example

Whey protein is popular among athletes and bodybuilders.

ホエイプロテインはアスリートやボディビルダーの間で人気があります。

C1 noun /prəˈpraɪəti/

propriety

適切

Meaning

Conformity to accepted standards of behavior or morality.

Example

He always behaved with the utmost propriety in public.

彼は公共の場で常に最大限の適切さを持って振る舞いました。

A2 adjective /ˈkraʊdɪd/

crowded

幸せ

Meaning

filled with too many people or things

Example

The bus was so crowded that I could hardly move.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができなかった。

C1 noun /poʊˈɛt.ɪks/

poetics

詩学、詩の理論

Meaning

the study or theory of poetry and its principles

Example

He wrote a book on poetics explaining the art of verse.

彼は詩の技法を説明するポエティクスに関する本を書きました。

C1 noun /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

constituency

選挙区

Meaning

A geographical area whose residents elect a representative to a legislative body.

Example

She campaigned tirelessly across her constituency.

彼女は選挙区で疲れ知らずに選挙運動を行いました。

C2 noun /ˌkɒnvəˈluːʃən/

convolution

コンボリューション、複雑な曲線または構造

Meaning

a twist, coil, or a complex and intricate shape or arrangement

Example

The brain has many convolutions that increase its surface area.

脳には多くのコンボリューションがあり、その表面積を増加させます。

B1 verb /rɪˈtɜrnɪŋ/

returning

戻る

Meaning

Coming or going back to a place or person.

Example

The group is returning to the port on December 25th.

グループは12月25日に港に戻ります。

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。

A1 adverb /nɒt/

not

いいえ

Meaning

used to make a word or phrase negative

Example

I do not like spicy food.

私は辛い食べ物が好きではありません。

B1 adverb /praɪˈmɛrɪli/

primarily

主に

Meaning

for the most part; mainly

Example

She is primarily responsible for managing the finances.

彼女は主に財務の管理を担当しています。

C1 noun /skɪt/

skit

寸劇

Meaning

a short, humorous performance or piece of writing

Example

The students performed a funny skit at the event.

学生たちはイベントで面白い寸劇を演じました。

C2 adjective /ˈfætʃuəs/

fatuous

愚か

Meaning

silly or foolish, especially in a self-satisfied way

Example

His fatuous comments during the meeting annoyed everyone.

会議中に彼の愚かなコメントは皆を苛立たせました。

C2 noun /prəˈlɪksɪti/

prolixity

冗長

Meaning

the quality of being tediously wordy and long

Example

The book’s prolixity made it difficult to read in one sitting.

本のプロリクシティは一度に読むのを難しくしました。

C1 noun /ˈæpəθi/

apathy

無関心

Meaning

a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Example

The students showed apathy towards the new rules.

学生たちは新しいルールに無関心を示しました。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl

integral

不可欠

Meaning

Necessary to make a complete whole; essential or fundamental.

Example

Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.

運動は健康的なライフスタイルの不可欠な部分です。

B1 noun /ˈkærɪdʒ/

carriage

馬車

Meaning

a vehicle, typically a four-wheeled one, used for transporting goods or people, especially in the past

Example

The royal family traveled in a beautiful carriage during parades.

王族はパレードの間、美しい馬車で移動していました。

C1 noun ˈhɪn.drəns

hindrance

障害

Meaning

Something that creates difficulties or delays in progress.

Example

Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project.

資金不足はプロジェクトの大きな障害でした。

C1 verb /səˈlɪdəˌfaɪ/

solidify

強化する

Meaning

To make something firm, strong, or more certain.

Example

The company solidified its position in the market.

その会社は市場での位置を固めました。

B1 verb /spɛl/

spell

スペルする

Meaning

to write or name the letters of a word in order; to mean or result in something

Example

Can you spell your name for me?

あなたの名前を私のためにスペルできますか？

B1 noun ˈɒk.sɪ.dʒən

oxygen

酸素。無色無臭の気体で、生命に不可欠な成分です。

Meaning

A colorless, odorless reactive gas, the chemical element of atomic number 8 and the life-supporting component of the air.

Example

Oxygen is vital for life.

酸素は生命にとって不可欠です。

B2 noun ˈbænd.wɪdθ

bandwidth

帯域幅

Meaning

A range of frequencies within a given band, in particular that used for transmitting a signal; the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted in a fixed amount of time.

Example

Increasing bandwidth enhances internet speed.

帯域幅を増やすとインターネットの速度が向上します。

B2 adjective /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

非協力的な

Meaning

not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful

Example

The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.

証人は非協力的で、質問に答えることを拒否した。

A2 noun /nɔɪz/

Noise

騒音

Meaning

a sound, especially one that is loud or unpleasant

Example

The noise from the construction site was very disturbing.

建設現場からの騒音は非常に迷惑でした。

C2 adjective /ˌɛfləˈrɛsənt/

efflorescent

開花する

Meaning

in the process of blooming or flourishing

Example

The efflorescent trees made the park look beautiful.

開花する木々は公園を美しく見せました。

C1 noun /ˈvælər/

valor

勇気

Meaning

Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.

Example

The soldier was honored for his valor during the war.

その兵士は戦争中の勇気で賞賛されました。

C1 noun rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

regenerative farming

再生農業

Meaning

Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.

Example

Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity.

再生農業は土壌の肥沃度と生物多様性を向上させます。

C1 verb /ɪnˈfleɪt/

inflate

膨らませる；水増しする

Meaning

to fill with air or gas so it expands; to increase excessively or artificially

Example

The mechanic inflated the tire to the correct pressure.

整備士はタイヤを適切な空気圧まで膨らませた。

A1 noun /wel/

Well

井戸; 幸福;

Meaning

a deep hole in the ground from which water is obtained

Example

The villagers get water from the old well in the center of town.

村人たちは村の中心にある古い井戸から水を汲みます。

B1 noun /θroʊt/

Throat

喉; 気管; 首の前部

Meaning

the passage that leads from the back of the mouth to the stomach and lungs; the front part of the neck

Example

He had a sore throat and couldn't speak clearly.

彼は喉が痛くて、はっきりと話すことができませんでした。

B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

思い出す

Meaning

to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind

Example

I can't recall the last time we met.

最後に会った時のことを思い出せません。

C1 adjective /ˈdɒɡɪd/

dogged

執拗

Meaning

showing stubborn determination and persistence

Example

She succeeded through dogged determination.

彼女は執拗な決意で成功を収めました。

B2 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

人類学

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

Example

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

彼女は大学で人類学を専攻することに決めました。

A2 noun /biː/

Bee

蜂

Meaning

a flying insect that produces honey and can sting

Example

The bee collected nectar from the flower.

蜂は花から蜜を集めました。

A2 noun /ˈdɒŋ.ki/

Donkey

ロバ

Meaning

a domesticated animal related to the horse, with long ears and a braying call

Example

The donkey carried heavy bags up the mountain.

そのロバは重い袋を山へ運びました。

B2 adjective /hɪˈroʊɪk/

heroic

英雄的な

Meaning

showing great bravery or courage; relating to a hero or heroes

Example

The firefighter made a heroic effort to save the child.

消防士は子どもを救うために英雄的な努力をした。

B1 adjective /əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.nəl/

Original

元の; 基本的な; 本物の

Meaning

first; fundamental; primary; authentic

Example

This is the original document, not a copy.

これはオリジナルの文書で、コピーではありません。

A2 noun /suːt/

suit

スーツ

Meaning

a set of clothes made of the same fabric, usually consisting of trousers and a jacket

Example

He wore a black suit to the wedding.

彼は結婚式に黒いスーツを着ていきました。

C1 verb /ɪnˈvɪɡ.ər.eɪt/

invigorate

活性化する

Meaning

To give strength or energy to someone or something.

Example

A morning walk can invigorate both body and mind.

朝の散歩は、体と心を活性化することができます。

B1 noun ˈkʌrənsi

currency

通貨

Meaning

A system of money in general use in a particular country; the fact or quality of being generally accepted or in use.

Example

Dual currency systems were proposed.

デュアル通貨システムが提案されました。

B2 adjective /ˈed.ɪ.bəl/

Edible

食べられる

Meaning

safe to eat; suitable for consumption

Example

Only edible mushrooms should be used in cooking.

料理には食べられるキノコのみを使用してください。

C1 noun /ˈstætʃər/

stature

名声、身長

Meaning

A person's natural height or their reputation and importance.

Example

Her intellectual stature made her a respected figure in academia.

彼女の知的名声は、彼女を学界で尊敬される人物にしました。

C1 noun /kənˈtɪnjuəm/

continuum

連続体

Meaning

A continuous sequence in which adjacent elements are not perceptibly different from each other, but the extremes are quite distinct.

Example

Life and death are often seen as part of the same continuum.

生と死はしばしば同じ連続体の一部と見なされます。

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。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

強化する

Meaning

To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.

Example

The storm is expected to intensify overnight.

嵐は夜通し強くなると予想されています。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈtændʒəbl/

intangible

無形の

Meaning

Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence.

Example

Trust is an intangible quality in relationships.

信頼は関係において無形の特質です。

C2 noun /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/

mutablility

変化性（綴り間違い）

Meaning

A misspelled form of 'mutability', meaning the quality of being changeable.

Example

The document contained the misspelled word 'mutablility' instead of 'mutability'.

その文書には 'mutability' の代わりに 'mutablility' の綴り間違いがありました。

C2 noun /ˈkɒntrəriz/

contraries

対立する物事

Meaning

things that are completely different or opposite to each other

Example

Freedom and slavery are contraries in every sense.

自由と奴隷制度はすべての点で対立しています。

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

間接的に

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

その政策は中小企業に間接的に影響した。

B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

カラー

Meaning

a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace

Example

She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.

彼女は正式なディナーでエレガントな真珠のカラーを着けていた。

A2 noun /roʊl/

role

役割

Meaning

a part or function of something

Example

Her role in the project was crucial.

彼女のプロジェクトでの役割は重要でした。

B1 noun /kræb/

Crab

カニ

Meaning

a crustacean with a broad carapace, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are modified as pincers

Example

The crab scuttled sideways across the sand.

カニは砂の上を横向きに這って行った。

B1 verb /pəʊs(t)ˈpəʊn/

postpone

延期する

Meaning

to delay something to a later time

Example

The meeting was postponed until next week.

会議は来週に延期されました。

C2 verb /dʒɛˈstɪkjʊleɪt/

gesticulate

ジェスチキュレート

Meaning

to use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words

Example

He gesticulated wildly to get their attention.

彼は彼らの注意を引くために激しくジェスチャーをしていた。

C1 verb /ˈtɛðər/

tether

繋ぐ

Meaning

To tie an animal with a rope or chain so it cannot move far.

Example

The farmer tethered the goat to a post.

農夫はヤギを柱に繋ぎました。

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.

C1 adjective /ˈɡæsiəs/

gaseous

気体の

Meaning

Relating to or having the form of gas.

Example

Carbon dioxide is a gaseous substance.

二酸化炭素は気体の物質です。

C2 noun /ˌæriˈviːst/

arriviste

成金

Meaning

A person who has recently gained wealth or status but is considered arrogant or socially unsophisticated.

Example

The business world is full of ambitious arrivistes.

ビジネスの世界には野心的な成金が溢れています。

A2 adjective /dɪˈlɪʃəs/

delicious

幸せ

Meaning

having a very pleasant taste or smell

Example

The cake was so delicious that everyone asked for a second slice.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠すことができませんでした。

A2 adjective /rɪtʃ/

Rich

裕福な; お金持ちの; 貴重な

Meaning

having a lot of money or valuable possessions; abundant in nutrients or flavor

Example

The rich businessman donated money to the charity.

裕福な実業家がチャリティーに寄付をしました。

B1 noun /ˈwɔːdrəʊb/

wardrobe

クローゼット

Meaning

A large cupboard where clothes are stored; also the collection of clothes someone owns.

Example

Her wardrobe is full of colorful dresses.

彼女のクローゼットはカラフルなドレスでいっぱいです。

C1 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

poignant

胸を打つ, 感動的

Meaning

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching

Example

The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.

映画のラストシーンは非常に感動的で、多くの観客が涙を流しました。

C1 verb /ˈbædʒər/

badger

うるさくする, しつこくする

Meaning

To repeatedly ask or annoy someone with demands or questions.

Example

The reporter kept badgering the politician with questions.

記者は政治家に質問をし続けて嫌がらせをした。

C1 adjective /ˈkɒn.keɪv/

concave

凹形

Meaning

curved inward like the inside of a bowl

Example

The mirror had a concave surface that magnified her reflection.

鏡は凹形の表面を持ち、彼女の反射を拡大しました。

C1 noun /ˈvɪstə/

vista

景色

Meaning

A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening.

Example

From the mountain top, we admired the breathtaking vista of the valley below.

山の頂上から、私たちは谷底の息を呑むような景色を堪能しました。

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。

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

広告主

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

広告主はスーパーボウルのコマーシャルに何百万ドルも支払った。

C1 adjective ɪˌɡæl.ɪˈteə.ri.ən

egalitarian

平等主義者

Meaning

Believing in or based on the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

Example

The new law promotes an egalitarian society.

新しい法律は平等主義の社会を促進します。

A1 verb /set/

set

設置する

Meaning

to put or place something in a position; to establish

Example

She set the book on the table.

彼女は本をテーブルに置いた。

C1 noun /beɪn/

bane

災い

Meaning

A cause of great distress, harm, or annoyance.

Example

Traffic jams are the bane of city life.

交通渋滞は都市生活の災いです。

B2 noun /diˈoʊ.dər.ənt/

Deodorant

デオドラント

Meaning

a substance that removes or conceals unpleasant smells, especially bodily odors

Example

She applied deodorant before going to the gym to stay fresh during workout.

彼女はジムに行く前に、トレーニング中にさっぱりとした状態を保つためにデオドラントを塗りました。

C1 noun/adjective /fɔːrˈboʊdɪŋ/

foreboding

不吉な予感

Meaning

A feeling that something bad will happen; ominous.

Example

She felt a deep sense of foreboding as she entered the abandoned house.

彼女は廃屋に入るとき、深い不吉な予感を感じた。

B2 adverb /əˈtræktɪvli/

attractively

魅力的に

Meaning

in a pleasing or appealing way; in a manner that draws interest or admiration

Example

The room was attractively decorated with soft lights and plants.

その部屋は柔らかい照明と植物で魅力的に飾られていた。

C1 adjective ˈkwɒn.tɪ.faɪ.ə.bəl

quantifiable

定量可能な

Meaning

Able to be expressed or measured as a quantity; capable of being counted or calculated.

Example

The impact of the project is quantifiable.

プロジェクトの影響は定量可能です。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpaʊər/

empower

Meaning

To give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger or more confident.

Example

Education can empower people to improve their lives.

C1 noun ˈsɪmbəlɪzəm

symbolism

象徴主義

Meaning

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Example

The use of symbolism in the novel is masterful.

小説でのシンボリズムの使い方は見事です。

C2 verb /əˈsɪdɪfaɪ/

acidify

酸性化する

Meaning

to make something acidic or more acidic

Example

Farmers worry that pollution will acidify the soil.

農民たちは、汚染が土壌を酸性にすることを心配しています。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摂取

Meaning

the process of taking something in, especially food or drink

Example

He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.

彼は健康的な食事を維持するために毎日のカロリー摂取量を監視しました。

A1 adverb /ˈsʌm.taɪmz/

Sometimes

時々

Meaning

at times; occasionally; now and then

Example

Sometimes I go for a walk in the evening.

時々、私は夕方に散歩します。

B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/

instructions

指示

Meaning

Detailed information on how something should be done or operated.

Example

Please follow the instructions on the box.

箱に書かれた指示に従ってください。

C2 adjective /ˈsæ.loʊ/

sallow

黄白色

Meaning

Of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color, often referring to skin.

Example

His sallow complexion made him look tired and sickly.

彼の黄白色の肌は、疲れて病気のように見えました。

C1 adjective /ˈrænsɪd/

rancid

腐った

Meaning

having a bad taste or smell due to being old or spoiled (especially fats or oils)

Example

The butter had gone rancid after being left out too long.

バターは外に長時間置かれて腐ってしまった。

C1 verb /rɪˈkɔɪl/

recoil

後退する

Meaning

To suddenly spring back in fear, horror, or from force such as a gun's kickback.

Example

She recoiled at the sight of the snake.

彼女はヘビを見て後退した。

A2 noun /ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn/

conversation

会話

Meaning

an informal talk between two or more people, in which ideas, feelings, and thoughts are exchanged

Example

We had a long conversation about future plans.

私たちは未来の計画について長い会話をしました。

B2 noun /ˈæli/

alley

路地

Meaning

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

Example

They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.

彼らは暗い路地を通って、メインの道路に到達した。

C1 verb /plʌm/

plumb

深さを測るまたは詳細に調べる

Meaning

to measure the depth of water or examine closely

Example

They used a line to plumb the depth of the lake.

彼らは湖の深さを測るためにラインを使いました。

C1 adjective /aɪˈreɪt/

irate

激怒した

Meaning

Extremely angry.

Example

The customer became irate after waiting for hours.

顧客は何時間も待った後、激怒しました。

C1 noun /ˌdɪspɛnˈseɪʃən/

dispensation

Meaning

An exemption from a rule or usual requirement; a system of order, government, or control.

Example

The school granted him a special dispensation to skip the exam due to illness.

C2 noun /ˈlɒkətɪv/

locative

ロカティブ

Meaning

a grammatical case indicating location or place

Example

In Latin, the locative case is used to indicate location.

ラテン語では、ロカティブ格は場所を示すために使用されます。

C2 adjective /ˈbɑː.bər.əs/

Barbarous

野蛮な; 残忍な; 未開の

Meaning

extremely cruel; uncivilized; savage

Example

The barbarous treatment of prisoners was condemned by human rights organizations.

囚人に対する野蛮な扱いは人権団体によって非難された。

C2 verb /ˈmʌfəl/

muffle

抑える

Meaning

to make a sound quieter or less distinct; to cover or wrap something to reduce noise or warmth

Example

She tried to muffle her laughter with a scarf.

彼女はスカーフで笑い声を抑えようとした。

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

基準

Meaning

A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.

Example

Honesty is an important criterion for this job.

誠実はこの仕事にとって重要な基準です。

B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

一致

Meaning

agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes

Example

The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.

その方針は国際法に従って実施された。

B1 adjective /luːs/

loose

緩い

Meaning

not firmly or tightly fixed in place

Example

The screw is loose and needs tightening.

ネジが緩んでいて、締め直す必要があります。

C1 noun /prəˈvaɪzoʊ/

proviso

条件

Meaning

a condition or stipulation attached to an agreement

Example

He accepted the job offer with the proviso that he could work remotely twice a week.

彼は、週に2回リモートで働けるという条件で仕事のオファーを受け入れました。

C2 verb /dɪˈsɛvər/

dissever

分ける

Meaning

To separate or cut apart.

Example

The treaty sought to dissever the two hostile regions.

条約は二つの敵対的な地域を分割しようとした。

C1 verb /ˈwɪð.ər/

wither

枯れる

Meaning

to dry up and die, typically used for plants

Example

The flowers will wither without enough water.

花は十分な水がないと枯れてしまう。

C1 verb /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪt/

reciprocate

応答する

Meaning

To respond to an action or gesture by making a corresponding one.

Example

She smiled at him, and he reciprocated with a warm hug.

彼女は彼に微笑み、彼は温かい抱擁で応じた。

C1 verb /ˈpɒstʃʊleɪt/

postulate

仮定する

Meaning

to suggest or assume that something is true as the basis for reasoning or discussion

Example

Scientists postulate that life exists on other planets.

科学者たちは他の惑星に生命が存在すると仮定しています。

A1 noun /hɔːrs/

Horse

馬

Meaning

a large domesticated mammal used for riding and pulling loads

Example

The horse galloped across the field with great speed.

馬は大きな速さで野原を駆け抜けました。

A2 noun /ˈdraɪ.vər/

Driver

運転手

Meaning

a person who operates a motor vehicle

Example

The taxi driver knew all the shortcuts through the busy city.

タクシー運転手は忙しい街を通るすべての近道を知っていました。

C1 noun /ˈdeɪtəm/ or /ˈdætəm/

datum

データ

Meaning

a single piece of information; a fact used as a basis for reasoning or calculation

Example

Each datum in the survey was carefully analyzed.

調査の各データは慎重に分析されました。

C1 noun /ˈhɑː.stɪdʒ/

Hostage

人質

Meaning

a person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition; captive

Example

The police negotiated carefully to secure the release of all hostages unharmed.

警察は慎重に交渉し、すべての人質を無傷で解放することを確保しました。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

セナト

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

セナトは新しい医療保険法案に賛成票を投じました。