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C2 adjective /ˌhaɪ ˈfloʊn/

high-flown

高飛車な
Meaning
Using fancy or pretentious language; lofty in style but often overblown.
Example
The politician gave a high-flown speech full of promises.
その政治家は約束でいっぱいの高飛車なスピーチをした。
C1 noun /ˌdez.ɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/

Designation

任命; 役職; 職位; ステータス
Meaning
the action of choosing someone for a position; a name, title, or official status
Example
His designation as team leader came with additional responsibilities and authority.
チームリーダーとしての彼の任命は、追加の責任と権限を伴っていました。
C2 noun /ˈpɪərɪdʒ/

peerage

貴族階級
Meaning
the title or rank of a peer; the nobility as a group
Example
He was elevated to the peerage by the king.
彼は王によって貴族階級に昇進しました。
B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

フルート
Meaning
a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end
Example
He played a sweet melody on his flute.
彼は自分のフルートで甘いメロディーを演奏しました。
B1 verb /əˈmjuːz/

amuse

楽しませる
Meaning
to entertain or make someone laugh or smile; to occupy pleasantly
Example
The clown amused the children at the party.
道化師はパーティーで子供たちを楽しませた。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdjʊər.ə.bəl/

Endurable

耐えられる
Meaning
able to be endured; bearable; tolerable
Example
The pain was endurable with proper medication.
適切な薬で痛みは耐えられました。
C2 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈkɒn.ʃəs/

semiconscious

半意識
Meaning
Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.
Example
He was semiconscious after the accident and could barely respond.
彼は事故後セミコンシャスで、ほとんど反応できなかった。
C1 noun /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋz/

misgivings

疑念、不安
Meaning
feelings of doubt or concern about the outcome or propriety of something
Example
She had serious misgivings about signing the contract.
彼女は契約書にサインすることに対して深刻な疑念を抱いていた。
C2 adjective /mɜːrˈkjʊriəl/

mercurial

気まぐれな
Meaning
subject to sudden or unpredictable changes of mood or mind.
Example
She is known for her mercurial temperament.
彼女は気まぐれな気質で知られています。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmækjələt/

immaculate

完璧
Meaning
perfectly clean, neat, or free from flaws
Example
Her room was immaculate, with everything in its place.
彼女の部屋は完璧で、すべてが所定の位置にありました。
B1 noun /ˈfɔːr.tʃən/

Fortune

運; 幸運; 財産
Meaning
chance or luck as an external, arbitrary force affecting human affairs; a large amount of money or assets
Example
He made his fortune by investing wisely in technology companies.
彼はテクノロジー企業に賢明に投資することで運を得ました。
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.
A2 noun, verb /fuːl/

fool

バカ
Meaning
a silly or stupid person; to trick someone
Example
He felt like a fool after believing the prank.
いたずらを信じた後、彼は自分がバカだと思った。
C2 adjective /ˈdɛsɪkeɪtɪd/

desiccated

乾燥した
Meaning
completely dried, having had all moisture removed
Example
The museum displayed desiccated specimens of plants.
博物館は乾燥した植物標本を展示した。
C1 noun /ˈiː.dən/

Eden

エデン
Meaning
a place or state of great happiness; paradise
Example
The garden was like Eden, filled with beautiful flowers and peaceful atmosphere.
その庭はエデンのようで、美しい花々と平和な雰囲気に満ちていました。
C1 adjective /ˈstʌm.pi/

Stumpy

短くて太い
Meaning
short and thick; having a short, thick appearance
Example
The stumpy little dog wagged its tail enthusiastically.
その短くて太い小さな犬は、興奮して尾を振っていました。
C2 noun /ˈfɔːrˌnɑːlɪdʒ/

foreknowledge

予知
Meaning
Awareness of something before it happens or exists.
Example
The prophet claimed to have foreknowledge of the event.
預言者はその出来事の予知をしていると主張した。
C2 noun /kəˌrɒbəˈreɪʃən/

corroboration

証拠
Meaning
evidence that confirms or supports a statement, theory, or finding
Example
The documents provided strong corroboration of her claims.
書類は彼女の主張を強力に裏付ける証拠を提供した。
B2 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

ずるい / 狡猾
Meaning
Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.
Example
She gave him a sly smile.
彼女は彼にずるい笑顔を向けた。
A1 adverb /ðeər/

There

そこ
Meaning
in or at that place; to that place
Example
I will meet you there at 5 PM.
私は午後5時にそこであなたに会います。
C2 adjective ˌnjʊəroʊˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

neurocognitive

神経認知的
Meaning
Related to brain information processing and memory power
Example
Neurocognitive functions decline due to lack of sleep.
睡眠不足により神経認知的機能が低下する。
C2 noun /ˈaɪdlər/

idler

怠け者
Meaning
A person who avoids work or spends time lazily.
Example
He was known as an idler who wasted his days.
彼は自分の時間を無駄にするアイドラーとして知られていました。
C1 verb ˈdwɪn.dl

dwindle

減少する
Meaning
To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength; to become progressively smaller.
Example
His savings dwindled due to unexpected expenses.
予期しない支出のため、彼の貯金は減少しました。
C2 noun /ˈtuːb.roʊz/

Tube-rose

チューバローズ
Meaning
a night-blooming flower with an intensely sweet fragrance, native to Mexico
Example
The tuberose flowers filled the evening air with their heavenly scent.
チューバローズの花は夕方の空気に天国のような香りを満たしました。
C1 noun /rɪˈpjuːt/

repute

評判
Meaning
the opinion generally held of someone or something; reputation
Example
He is a scholar of great repute in his field.
彼はその分野で大変な評判を持つ学者です。
B1 adjective /æθˈlɛtɪk/

athletic

アスレチックな、力強い
Meaning
physically strong, fit, and active; related to athletes or sports
Example
She has an athletic body because she exercises regularly.
彼女は定期的に運動しているので、アスレチックな体を持っています。
C1 adjective /ˌnjʊə.rəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

neurological

神経学的
Meaning
Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
Example
Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health.
瞑想は精神的健康に対して積極的な神経学的影響を与えます。
C2 verb /ˈpɛrəɡrɪˌneɪt/

peregrinate

幸福
Meaning
To travel or wander from place to place.
Example
He loved to peregrinate across the countryside during summer.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠せませんでした。
C2 verb /ɪnˈdɛmnɪfaɪ/

indemnify

Meaning
to compensate someone for harm or loss; to secure against future damage or cost
Example
The insurance company agreed to indemnify the client for the damages.
B2 noun /ˈes.əns/

Essence

本質
Meaning
the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something
Example
The essence of good teaching is the ability to inspire students.
良い教育の本質は学生を励ます能力です。
C2 adjective /ˈsuːpaɪn/

supine

仰向けで横たわる
Meaning
Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.
Example
He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars.
彼は草の上に仰向けで横たわり、星を見ていた。
C1 noun /ʌnkənˈsɜːrn/

Unconcern

無関心
Meaning
lack of worry or interest; indifference
Example
She showed complete unconcern about the criticism.
彼女は批評に対して完全に無関心を示しました。
B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪˌfækt/

artifact

遺物
Meaning
an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest
Example
The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.
博物館はエジプトの古代のアーティファクトを展示しました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈmɪtɪɡeɪtɪd/

unmitigated

完全な
Meaning
absolute; not lessened or moderated
Example
The meeting was an unmitigated disaster.
会議は完全な災害でした。
C2 noun /ˈseɪpiəns/

sapience

知恵
Meaning
Wisdom or intelligence.
Example
Her sapience in solving problems earned her the respect of her colleagues.
問題解決における彼女の知恵は、同僚たちの尊敬を集めました。
B1 verb /əˈsuːm/

assume

仮定する
Meaning
to think that something is true without proof
Example
I assume he will be late to the meeting.
私は彼が会議に遅れると仮定しています。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnfɔːrˈsiːn/

unforeseen

Meaning
Not anticipated or predicted; unexpected.
Example
The project faced unforeseen challenges that delayed its completion.
C1 noun /ˈkɒntrəbænd/

contraband

密輸品
Meaning
goods that are illegal to import, export, or possess
Example
The police seized a shipment of contraband cigarettes.
警察は密輸されたタバコの積荷を押収しました。
B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

公式に
Meaning
in a formal or authorized way
Example
The building was officially opened by the mayor.
その建物は市長によって公式に開かれました。
C2 verb /bɪˈleɪ/

belay

ロープを固定する
Meaning
to secure a rope by winding it around an object; to stop or cancel an order (nautical/military use)
Example
The climber asked his partner to belay the rope tightly.
クライマーはパートナーにロープをしっかりと確保するように頼んだ。
C2 noun /ˌmɪstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

mystification

困惑, 神秘化
Meaning
the act of making something unclear or confusing; a state of being puzzled or bewildered
Example
The audience watched in mystification as the magician performed his tricks.
観客はマジシャンが手品を披露する間、困惑して見ていた。
A1 noun /klɑːs/

class

クラス
Meaning
a group of students taught together or a category of people or things with shared characteristics
Example
Our class meets every morning at nine.
私たちのクラスは毎朝9時に会います。
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 /ˈdʒet.i/

Jetty

桟橋
Meaning
a landing stage or small pier at which boats can dock or be moored
Example
The fishing boats were tied up at the wooden jetty near the harbor.
漁船は港近くの木製の桟橋に係留されていた。
B1 adjective /ˈlaɪv.li/

Lively

活気のある; 元気な; 明るい
Meaning
full of life and energy; animated; cheerful
Example
The children had a lively discussion about their favorite books.
子供たちはお気に入りの本について活気のある議論をしました。
C1 adjective /ˈdʒen.ɪ.təl/

genital

生殖器に関連する
Meaning
relating to the reproductive organs
Example
The doctor explained the importance of genital hygiene.
医師は生殖器の衛生の重要性を説明しました。
C1 noun /ˈpɪl.fər.ɪdʒ/

Pilferage

窃盗
Meaning
the theft of small amounts or items, especially from one's workplace
Example
The company installed cameras to prevent pilferage.
会社は窃盗を防ぐために監視カメラを設置した。
C1 adjective /kəmˈplɪsɪt/

complicit

共犯者 (犯罪で)
Meaning
involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing
Example
He was found complicit in the crime.
彼は犯罪で共犯者として見つかりました。
C2 verb /ˈkælvɪnaɪz/

calvinize

カルヴァン主義の原則を取り入れる
Meaning
to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism
Example
The preacher sought to calvinize the community with strict teachings.
伝道師は厳格な教義でコミュニティをカルヴァン主義化しようとした。
C2 adjective /ˈviː.ni.əl/

Venial

許しがたい; 深刻ではない; 小さな
Meaning
forgivable; not seriously wrong; minor
Example
His late arrival was considered a venial offense.
彼の遅れた到着は許しがたい違反と見なされました。
B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

過密
Meaning
Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.
Example
The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.
地下鉄システムはピーク時にひどい過密状態に苦しんでいます。
C1 noun /ɪmˈpɛd.ɪ.mənt/

impediment

障害
Meaning
A hindrance or obstruction in doing something; something that prevents progress.
Example
Lack of funds is a major impediment to the project.
資金不足はプロジェクトの大きな障害です。
B1 noun /ˌrep.rɪˈzen.tə.tɪv/

representative

代表者
Meaning
A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for another or others.
Example
The representative addressed critical issues.
代表者は重要な問題に対処しました。
C1 noun /ˈkiːpˌseɪk/

keepsake

記念品
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She gave me a small locket as a keepsake of our friendship.
彼女は私たちの友情の記念として小さなロケットをくれました。
B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

Meaning
to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly
Example
She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.
B2 adjective /ˈtrɪviəl/

trivial

些細な
Meaning
Of little value or importance.
Example
He often gets upset over the most trivial matters.
彼は最も些細なことに腹を立てることがよくあります。
C2 noun /ɪmˈpjuːnɪti/

impunity

Meaning
freedom from punishment or harmful consequences for an action
Example
The dictator ruled with impunity, ignoring international laws.
C2 noun /ˈæbɪs/

abbess

アッベッサ (修道院の女性院長)
Meaning
the woman in charge of a convent of nuns
Example
The abbess welcomed the visitors to the convent.
アッベッサは修道院に訪問者を迎えました。
C1 noun /ˌpɪɡ.menˈteɪ.ʃən/

pigmentation

ピグメンテーション
Meaning
The natural coloring of animal or plant tissue.
Example
Excessive rubbing can cause pigmentation issues.
過度の摩擦はピグメンテーションの問題を引き起こす可能性があります。
C2 adjective /ˈtaɪmwɔːrn/

timeworn

時間によって擦り切れた
Meaning
Worn or impaired by age; old and used many times.
Example
The timeworn house carried a sense of history and nostalgia.
時間によって擦り切れた家は、歴史と郷愁を感じさせた。
C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

自己抑制
Meaning
The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.
Example
His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.
彼の危機的な状況での自己抑制は素晴らしかった。
B1 noun /ˈɑː.lɪv/

Olive

オリーブ
Meaning
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
Example
Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available.
オリーブオイルは、最も健康的な料理用オイルの一つと見なされています。
C2 verb /ˈræm.ɪ.faɪ/

ramify

分岐する
Meaning
to spread or branch out into divisions or subdivisions.
Example
The river ramifies into several smaller streams.
川は複数の小さな小川に分岐します。
C1 noun /ˌekspəˈzɪʃən/

exposition

説明 / 展覧会
Meaning
a detailed explanation or a large public exhibition
Example
The scientist gave a clear exposition of the theory.
科学者は理論を明確に説明しました。
A2 verb əˈdres

address

取り組む
Meaning
To deal with or tackle (a problem or issue); to focus attention on.
Example
The government must address the issues of student politics.
政府は学生政治の問題に取り組むべきです。
B1 noun /ˈhɑːrdˌwɛr/

hardware

ハードウェア
Meaning
the physical parts of a computer or electronic system, such as the monitor, keyboard, and processor
Example
The company upgraded its computer hardware to improve performance.
会社はパフォーマンスを向上させるためにコンピュータのハードウェアをアップグレードしました。
B1 adverb /ɪˈfɛktɪvli/

effectively

効果的に
Meaning
in a way that produces the desired result; efficiently and successfully
Example
The team worked together effectively to finish the project on time.
チームはプロジェクトを時間通りに終わらせるために効果的に一緒に働きました。
B1 noun /ˈɡɪvər/

giver

与える人
Meaning
a person who gives something
Example
She was always a generous giver to charity.
彼女はいつも慈善団体への寛大なギヴァーでした。
A1 noun /bɜːrd/

bird

鳥
Meaning
a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly
Example
A bird was singing on the tree branch.
鳥が木の枝で歌っていました。
B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

重大に
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
彼は事故で重傷を負った。
C2 noun /ˈfærɪsiː/

pharisee

偽善者
Meaning
A member of an ancient Jewish sect; by extension, a self-righteous or hypocritical person.
Example
He acted like a pharisee, judging others while ignoring his own faults.
彼はファリサイ人のように振る舞い、他の人々を裁きながら自分の欠点を無視していました。
B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

クローブ
Meaning
aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice
Example
She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.
彼女はワインにいくつかのクローブを加えて、風味を増しました。
B1 verb /loʊˈkeɪt/

locate

位置を特定する
Meaning
to find the exact position or place of something
Example
They managed to locate the missing keys under the couch.
彼らはソファの下で失われた鍵を見つけることに成功しました。
B2 adjective /ˈvɛərid/

Varied

多様な; 異なるタイプを含む
Meaning
showing differences; diverse; containing different types
Example
The museum has a varied collection of ancient artifacts.
その博物館には古代のアーティファクトの多様なコレクションがあります。
C1 verb /ɔːɡˈmɛnt/

augment

増加させる
Meaning
To increase or strengthen something.
Example
The company plans to augment its workforce.
会社は労働力を増加させる計画を立てています。
B1 adjective /dɪsˈeɪbld/

disabled

障害者
Meaning
having a physical or mental condition that limits movements, senses, or activities
Example
The park has special facilities for disabled people.
公園には障害者用の特別な施設があります。
C2 noun /luːˈsɪd.ə.ti/

lucidity

明瞭
Meaning
Clarity of thought or style; the quality of being easily understood.
Example
His explanation had great lucidity, making it easy to understand.
彼の説明は非常に明瞭で、理解するのが簡単でした。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛntrɪk/

eccentric

奇抜な
Meaning
unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance
Example
The artist was known for his eccentric style.
そのアーティストは奇抜なスタイルで知られていた。
B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

適格性
Meaning
The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.
適格基準は公平性を維持します。
A1 adjective/verb/adverb /friː/

free

自由
Meaning
Not under the control or in the power of another; able to act or be done as one wishes.
Example
The children are free to play outside.
子供たちは外で自由に遊べます。
C1 adjective /rɪˈtɜː.nə.bəl/

Returnable

返品可能
Meaning
able to be returned or given back
Example
The bottle is returnable for a deposit refund.
ボトルはデポジット返金のために返品可能です。
C2 noun /ɪˈfrʌntəri/

effrontery

厚顔無恥または大胆な態度
Meaning
shameless or rude boldness
Example
He had the effrontery to lie even when caught red-handed.
彼は赤手で捕まった後でも嘘をつく厚顔無恥さを持っていた。
C2 verb /dɪsˈmɛmbər/

dismember

切断する
Meaning
to cut or tear the limbs from a body; to divide into separate parts
Example
The king ordered his enemies to be dismembered.
王は敵を切り刻むよう命じました。
C1 adjective /proʊˈzeɪ.ɪk/

prosaic

平凡な
Meaning
ordinary, dull, or lacking imagination
Example
The teacher’s explanation was accurate but rather prosaic.
先生の説明は正確でしたが、かなり平凡でした。
B2 verb/noun /vɛnt/

vent

通気 / 空気やガスが通る開口部
Meaning
to release air, gas, or strong emotions; an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass
Example
She vented her frustration after the long meeting.
長い会議の後、彼女はフラストレーションを発散させました。
B2 noun ˈzɪpərz

zippers

ジッパー
Meaning
A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.
Example
Zippers are used to fasten the opening of the jacket.
ジッパーはジャケットの開口部を閉じるために使われます。
A1 adjective (superlative) /ˈɡreɪ.tɪst/

greatest

最も偉大
Meaning
The highest degree of greatness; the most outstanding or important.
Example
He is considered one of the greatest leaders of all time.
彼は全時代で最も偉大なリーダーの一人と考えられています。
C1 verb /dɪˈpriːʃieɪt/

depreciate

価値が下がる
Meaning
to reduce in value over time
Example
Cars tend to depreciate quickly in their first few years.
車は最初の数年間で急速に価値が下がる傾向があります。
C2 adjective /ˌhæfˈbeɪkt/

half-baked

中途半端
Meaning
poorly thought out or badly planned
Example
The manager quickly rejected his half-baked proposal.
マネージャーは彼の中途半端な提案をすぐに却下しました。
B2 noun pɛsts

pests

害虫, 害を及ぼす動物
Meaning
Harmful or troublesome creatures, especially insects or small animals that damage crops, food, or living spaces.
Example
Pests can damage crops and cause diseases.
害虫は作物を損傷し、病気を引き起こす可能性があります。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/

unequivocal

明確
Meaning
Leaving no doubt; clear and unambiguous
Example
She gave an unequivocal answer to the question.
彼女は質問に対して明確な答えを出しました。
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。
C2 verb /dɪˈmɜːr/

demur

異議を唱える
Meaning
to raise doubts, objections, or show reluctance
Example
She agreed to help without demur.
彼女は異議なく手伝うことに同意しました。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈbæstərd/

bastard

私生児
Meaning
a child born to unmarried parents (offensive); also used informally as an insult or to describe something unpleasant
Example
He called him a bastard in anger.
彼は怒りで彼をバスタードと呼んだ。
B1 adverb /ˈdiːp.li/

Deeply

深く; 強く; 深く
Meaning
to a great depth; intensely; profoundly
Example
She breathed deeply before making her decision.
彼女は決断を下す前に深く息を吸いました。
A2 noun /spɒt/

spot

場所
Meaning
a particular place or position
Example
I found a great spot for a picnic in the park.
公園でピクニックをするための素晴らしい場所を見つけました。
C1 adverb /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl.i/

optimally

最適に
Meaning
In the most effective or efficient way possible.
Example
Tasks should be allocated optimally for maximum output.
タスクは最大の成果を上げるために最適に割り当てるべきです。
C2 adjective /ˈsteɪ.dʒi/

stagy

過剰に演劇的
Meaning
Overly theatrical, artificial, or exaggerated in manner or style.
Example
Her performance felt stagy and unnatural.
彼女のパフォーマンスは過剰に演劇的で不自然に感じられた。
C1 noun /ˈpɔːr.kjə.paɪn/

Porcupine

ヤマアラシ
Meaning
a large rodent with defensive spines or quills on its body
Example
The porcupine raised its quills when threatened.
ヤマアラシは脅威を感じると針を立てた。
B2 noun ˈɔː.bɪt

orbit

軌道
Meaning
The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon.
Example
The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth.
衛星は地球の周りを軌道上に保っています。
C2 noun /ˈæk.rɪ.moʊ.ni/

acrimony

Meaning
Bitterness and anger, especially in speech or behavior.
Example
The divorce was filled with acrimony and disputes.
B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

機密; 私的; 秘密として保持することを意図する
Meaning
secret; private; intended to be kept secret
Example
Please keep this information confidential.
この情報は機密として取り扱ってください。
C2 verb /kənˈstrɪndʒ/

constringe

収縮する
Meaning
to cause to shrink or contract; to constrict
Example
The medicine helped constringe the swollen tissues.
その薬は腫れた組織を収縮させるのに役立ちました。
C1 verb /ˈlaɪ.kən/

liken

例える
Meaning
to compare one thing to another, often in a figurative way
Example
He likened her voice to sweet music.
彼は彼女の声を甘い音楽に例えました。
A2 verb /ʃaɪn/

shine

輝く
Meaning
to give out a bright light or glow
Example
The sun will shine brightly tomorrow.
太陽は明日明るく輝きます。
C1 noun /ˈdʒɒt.ər/

Jotter

メモ帳
Meaning
a small notebook for writing quick notes or reminders
Example
The student carried a jotter to write down important points during lectures.
学生は講義中に重要なポイントを書き留めるためにメモ帳を持っていました。
C1 adjective /ˌiːvænˈdʒɛlɪkəl/

evangelical

福音主義
Meaning
Relating to the Christian gospel, especially the teachings that emphasize personal faith and the authority of the Bible.
Example
She grew up in an evangelical church community.
彼女は福音主義の教会コミュニティで育ちました。
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。
A2 noun /ɡluː/

Glue

接着剤
Meaning
a sticky substance used for sticking objects or materials together; an adhesive
Example
The children used white glue to attach the colorful paper pieces to their art project.
子供たちは、色とりどりの紙片をアートプロジェクトに貼り付けるために白い接着剤を使いました。
A2 verb /kəˈnɛkt/

connect

接続する
Meaning
To join or fasten together; to establish a link or relationship.
Example
Social media helps us connect with others.
ソーシャルメディアは私たちが他の人と接続するのを助けます。
C2 verb /ɡɪld/

gild

金メッキ
Meaning
to cover something with a thin layer of gold or to make something appear more attractive than it really is
Example
The craftsman gilded the frame to give it a luxurious look.
職人はフレームを金で覆い、豪華な外観を与えました。
B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

肩をすくめる
Meaning
To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.
Example
He shrugged when asked about the missing file.
彼は失われたファイルについて聞かれると肩をすくめました。
C2 noun /ˈplɛnɪtjuːd/

plenitude

充実
Meaning
the condition of being full or abundant; a great quantity
Example
The garden was a plenitude of flowers in spring.
春に庭は花の充実でした。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛn.ju.əs/

tenuous

弱い / 薄い
Meaning
Very weak, thin, or slight; lacking a strong basis.
Example
The evidence against him is quite tenuous.
彼に対する証拠はかなり弱いです。
B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

ワニ
Meaning
a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head
Example
The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.
ワニは川辺で日光浴をしていました。
C2 adjective /ˈfæləbl/

fallible

誤りを犯しやすい
Meaning
capable of making mistakes or being wrong
Example
Even experts are fallible and can make errors.
専門家でさえ、誤りを犯し、エラーをすることがあります。
A2 noun /dɪər/

Deer

鹿
Meaning
a graceful wild animal with antlers, especially the male
Example
We saw a beautiful deer grazing in the meadow.
私たちは草原で美しい鹿が草を食べているのを見ました。
C2 verb /əˈbrɪdʒ/

abridge

短縮する
Meaning
to shorten a text without losing its meaning
Example
The editor decided to abridge the long novel for young readers.
編集者は若い読者のために長編小説を短縮することに決めました。
B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

守護者; 後見人
Meaning
a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs
Example
After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.
両親が亡くなった後、彼女の叔父は彼女の法的な後見人となり、彼女の世話をしました。
B2 verb ˈfɔːr.mjə.leɪt

formulate

策定する
Meaning
To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.
Example
The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.
会社は拡張戦略を策定する必要があります。
C2 verb /ˈprɛsɪdʒ/

presage

予兆
Meaning
to be a sign or warning that something will happen; to foreshadow
Example
Dark clouds presage a storm.
暗い雲が嵐を予告する。