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A2 adverb, conjunction /haʊˈɛvər/

however

しかし
Meaning
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously said
Example
The journey was long; however, it was enjoyable.
旅は長かった; しかし、それは楽しかった。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

狂気; 精神疾患
Meaning
the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality
Example
The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.
弁護人は、被告人が狂気によって無罪であると主張した。
C1 noun /ænˈtæɡənɪzəm/

antagonism

対立
Meaning
active hostility or opposition
Example
There was clear antagonism between the two political parties.
二つの政党の間には明らかな対立があった。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsɒm.ni.ə/

Insomnia

不眠症
Meaning
habitual sleeplessness; inability to sleep; the condition of being unable to sleep
Example
Her chronic insomnia made it difficult for her to concentrate during work hours.
彼女の慢性的な不眠症は、仕事中に集中するのを難しくさせた。
A2 noun /ˈkɑr.pɪt/

Carpet

カーペット
Meaning
a floor covering made from thick woven fabric
Example
The Persian carpet in the living room was a family heirloom.
リビングルームのペルシャカーペットは家族の遺産でした。
C1 noun /kæʃ/

cache

キャッシュ
Meaning
A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.
Example
The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks.
ハイカーたちは岩の下に隠された物資のキャッシュを見つけました。
B1 noun /ˈtɛmpəl/

temple

寺院
Meaning
a building used for the worship of a god or gods
Example
They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India.
インディアへの旅行中に古代の寺院を訪れました。
B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

鎧
Meaning
protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles
Example
The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.
騎士は戦いの中で自分を守るために重い鎧を着ていました。
A2 noun /hɛlθ/

health

健康
Meaning
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example
Exercise is important for good health.
運動は良い健康のために重要です。
C2 verb /ˌdɪskəmˈpoʊz/

discompose

動揺させる
Meaning
To disturb the order or calmness of something or someone.
Example
The unexpected question seemed to discompose her.
予期しない質問が彼女を動揺させたようだ。
B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

嘆願する
Meaning
to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court
Example
She pleaded for mercy.
彼女は慈悲を乞いました。
B1 noun /ɪˈkɒnəmɪst/

economist

経済学者
Meaning
A person who studies or is an expert in economics.
Example
The economist predicted a rise in inflation.
経済学者はインフレの上昇を予測しました。
C1 verb /ˈfɔːlsɪfaɪ/

falsify

偽造する
Meaning
to make something false or to misrepresent
Example
He tried to falsify the documents to avoid taxes.
彼は税金を避けるために書類を偽造しようとした。
C2 adjective /ˈswɔːrði/

swarthy

日焼けした
Meaning
Having a dark complexion or skin tone.
Example
The sailor had a swarthy face from years under the sun.
その水夫は、何年も太陽の下で働いたため、日焼けした顔をしていた。
B2 noun /rɪˈhɜːr.səl/

Rehearsal

リハーサル; 公演の練習
Meaning
a practice performance of a play, concert, or other work for later public performance
Example
The final rehearsal before opening night went perfectly.
開幕前の最後のリハーサルは完璧でした。
A2 adjective /ʌnˈlʌki/

Unlucky

不運; ラッキーでない
Meaning
having bad luck; unfortunate
Example
He was unlucky to miss the winning shot.
彼は勝つシュートを外して不運だった。
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。
C2 adjective /ˌpɛntəˈveɪlənt/

pentavalent

五価
Meaning
Having a valence of five, especially in chemistry.
Example
Phosphorus can exist in a pentavalent state.
リンは五価の状態で存在することができます。
C1 verb /ˈstæmər/

stammer

どもる
Meaning
To speak with sudden involuntary pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial letters of words.
Example
The nervous student began to stammer during his speech.
緊張した学生はスピーチ中にどもり始めた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈlaɪvən/

enliven

活気づける
Meaning
to make something more lively, interesting, or cheerful
Example
Her jokes helped enliven the dull meeting.
彼女の冗談は退屈な会議を活気づける手助けをした。
B2 noun/verb /swɑːmp/

swamp

湿地
Meaning
An area of low-lying, uncultivated ground where water collects; a bog or marsh.
Example
The village was built near a swamp.
村は湿地の近くに建てられました。
B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪt fɔːrˌmeɪ.ʃən

habit formation

習慣形成
Meaning
The process of creating a habit through regular practice and repetition.
Example
Habit formation requires consistency and discipline.
習慣形成には一貫性と規律が必要です。
A2 verb /rɪˈtɜːrn/

return

帰る
Meaning
to come or go back to a place; to give back
Example
I will return home tomorrow.
私は明日家に帰ります。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməl/

minimal

最小限
Meaning
the smallest or least amount possible
Example
The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.
事故後、車の損傷は最小限でした。
B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

tsunami

津波
Meaning
a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
Example
The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless.
津波は沿岸の町を壊滅させ、何千人もの人々を家なしにしました。
C1 adjective /pləˈtɒnɪk/

platonic

プラトニック
Meaning
relating to a close relationship that is not romantic or sexual
Example
They have a platonic friendship that has lasted for years.
彼らは長年続いているプラトニックな友情を持っています。
A1 verb /faɪnd/

find

見つける
Meaning
to discover or locate something that was lost or hidden
Example
I can't find my keys anywhere.
私はどこにも鍵を見つけられません。
C1 adjective /əˈvɜːrs/

averse

嫌悪
Meaning
having a strong dislike of or opposition to something
Example
He was averse to taking unnecessary risks.
彼は不必要なリスクを取ることに嫌悪感を抱いていた。
A2 noun /ˈsuːt.keɪs/

suitcase

スーツケース
Meaning
A portable rectangular container for carrying clothes and personal items when traveling
Example
She packed her clothes into a suitcase for the trip.
彼女は旅行のために服をスーツケースに詰めた。
C1 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈfɔːrɪkəl/

metaphorical

比喩的な
Meaning
Characteristic of or relating to metaphor; figurative rather than literal.
Example
He used metaphorical language to describe his emotions.
彼は感情を表現するために比喩的な言葉を使った。
A2 noun /ˈnæpkɪn/

napkin

ナプキン
Meaning
a piece of cloth or paper used to wipe the mouth and hands while eating
Example
She placed a napkin on her lap before eating.
彼女は食事の前に膝の上にナプキンを置きました。
C2 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.mənt/

aliment

食物
Meaning
food or nourishment that sustains life
Example
Fruits and vegetables are important aliments for a healthy body.
果物と野菜は健康な体のための重要な食物です。
C1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs kwoʊ/

status quo

現状
Meaning
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
Example
The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.
政府はさらなるレビューまで現状を維持することを決定しました。
C2 noun /ˈɒlɪv brɑːntʃ/

olive-branch

オリーブの枝
Meaning
A symbol of peace or reconciliation; an offer to end conflict.
Example
He extended an olive-branch to his rival after years of hostility.
彼は長年の敵対後、ライバルにオリーブの枝を差し出した。
B1 adjective /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Willing

意欲がある; 準備ができている
Meaning
ready, eager, or prepared to do something
Example
She is willing to help with the project.
彼女はプロジェクトを手伝う準備ができています。
B2 noun /ˈdiːlər/

dealer

ディーラー
Meaning
a person or business that buys and sells goods; someone who distributes
Example
The car dealer offered a discount to attract customers.
車のディーラーは顧客を引き付けるために割引を提供しました。
C2 adjective /ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

bumbling

不器用
Meaning
Acting in a clumsy, awkward, or confused way.
Example
The bumbling waiter spilled the drinks on the table.
その不器用なウェイターはテーブルに飲み物をこぼした。
B1 adjective /əˈbiː.di.ənt/

Obedient

従順な
Meaning
willing to comply with orders or instructions; submissive
Example
The obedient student always follows the teacher's instructions.
従順な生徒はいつも先生の指示に従う。
C2 noun/adjective /rɪˈmɒnstrənt/

remonstrant

抗議者
Meaning
A person who makes a forceful protest (noun); protesting or objecting (adjective).
Example
He was a remonstrant voice in the assembly.
彼は集会で抗議の声を上げていた。
C2 noun /səˈnɛs.əns/

senescence

老化
Meaning
The process of growing old or the condition of aging.
Example
The biologist studied senescence in plants to understand aging.
生物学者は植物のセネセンスを研究して、老化を理解しようとしました。
C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

魅了する
Meaning
To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.
Example
The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.
ダンサーの優雅な動きは観客を魅了しました。
B2 noun /ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

notifications

通知
Meaning
A notice or announcement, especially an official one.
Example
Turn off notifications to stay focused.
通知をオフにして集中を保つ。
C1 noun /dɪˈspɜːrʒən/

dispersion

分散
Meaning
The action or process of distributing things or people over a wide area.
Example
The dispersion of seeds by the wind helps plants reproduce.
風による種子の散布は、植物の繁殖を助けます。
B2 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

賞賛に値する
Meaning
প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;
Example
Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.
彼女の他人を助ける献身は本当に賞賛に値します。
B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

修道院
Meaning
A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.
Example
The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.
丘の上の古い修道院は毎年多くの観光客を引き寄せます。
C2 verb /diːˈnæʃənəlaɪz/

denationalize

民営化
Meaning
to transfer ownership from the government to private individuals or companies
Example
The government decided to denationalize the bank to encourage private investment.
政府は民間投資を促進するために銀行を民営化することを決定しました。
B1 adjective; verb (past and past participle of prepare) /prɪˈpɛrd/

prepared

準備ができた
Meaning
made ready in advance; having made plans or taken steps beforehand
Example
She was fully prepared for the final exam.
彼女は期末試験の準備が完全にできていた。
C1 noun /əˈdʒeɪsənsi/

adjacency

隣接性
Meaning
The state of being next to or adjoining something else.
Example
The adjacency of the two buildings made it easy to connect them.
二つの建物の隣接性は、それらを接続するのを簡単にしました。
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。
C1 noun ˌriː.pɚˈkʌʃ.ənz

repercussions

影響
Meaning
The unintended consequences or effects of an action or event.
Example
The new policy had unintended repercussions on the economy.
新しい政策は経済に予期しない影響を与えました。
A2 noun /taɪər/

tire

タイヤ
Meaning
a rubber covering around a wheel
Example
The car’s tire burst on the highway.
車のタイヤが高速道路でパンクした。
C2 noun /ˈskɜː.vi/

scurvy

壊血病
Meaning
A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.
Example
Sailors often suffered from scurvy during long sea voyages without fresh fruits.
水夫たちは、新鮮な果物がない長い海の航海中によく壊血病にかかっていました。
C1 noun /ˈfɛtɪʃ/

fetish

過度または不合理な執着
Meaning
an excessive or irrational devotion to something
Example
He has a fetish for collecting rare stamps.
彼は珍しい切手を集めることに執着しています。
A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.haʊ/

Somehow

なんとか;
Meaning
in some way; for some reason that is not clear
Example
Somehow, I managed to finish the project on time.
なんとか、私はプロジェクトを時間通りに終わらせることができました。
C1 noun kəˈmɛns.mənt

commencement

開始
Meaning
The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.
Example
The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey.
卒業式は新しい旅の始まりを意味していました。
B2 adjective /self səˈfɪʃənt/

Self-sufficient

自給自足
Meaning
able to provide for oneself without depending on others
Example
The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables.
その農場は野菜の生産に完全に自給自足です。
C1 noun /ˈaɪ.wɪt.nəs/

Eyewitness

目撃者
Meaning
a person who has seen something happen and can give evidence about it
Example
The police interviewed several eyewitnesses to the accident.
警察は事故の目撃者にインタビューを行いました。
C2 adjective /trænzˈmɪsəbl/

transmissible

感染性
Meaning
able to be passed or spread from one person or thing to another
Example
COVID-19 is a highly transmissible disease.
COVID-19 は非常に感染しやすい病気です。
C1 noun /ˈɡeɪ.ə.ti/

Gaiety

歓喜; 祝祭的な雰囲気;
Meaning
the state or quality of being light-hearted or cheerful; festive atmosphere
Example
The wedding reception was filled with gaiety, laughter, and joyful celebrations.
結婚式のレセプションは喜び、笑い、楽しい祝賀で満たされていました。
C2 noun /juːˈkeɪs/

ukase

命令
Meaning
An authoritative decree or order, especially one issued by a sovereign or government.
Example
The czar issued a ukase restricting the freedom of the press.
ツァーは報道の自由を制限する命令を出しました。
B2 adjective /ˈtæn.dʒɪ.bəl/

tangible

触知可能
Meaning
Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.
Example
The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.
運動の利益は目に見え、測定可能です。
B2 verb /liːp/

leap

跳ぶ
Meaning
to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps
Example
The cat leaped onto the table.
猫はテーブルに飛び乗りました。
C1 noun ˌfɜːr.tɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

fertilization

肥料施用
Meaning
The process of adding nutrients to soil to increase crop productivity.
Example
Organic fertilization enhances soil health.
有機肥料施用は土壌の健康を改善します。
B2 noun /ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.prɪnt/

Fingerprint

指紋
Meaning
an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern
Example
The police found his fingerprints on the door handle at the crime scene.
警察は犯罪現場でドアの取っ手に彼の指紋を見つけました。
B1 noun /swet/

Sweat

汗
Meaning
moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear
Example
After running for an hour, he was covered in sweat.
1時間走った後、彼は汗だくになっていた。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

驚くべき
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
山の頂上からの景色は本当に驚くべきものでした。
B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

比率
Meaning
a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second
Example
The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
クラスでの男の子と女の子の比率は2:1です。
B2 adjective /ˈkʌltʃəd/

cultured

教養のある
Meaning
characterized by refined taste, manners, and education
Example
She is a cultured woman who loves art and literature.
彼女は芸術と文学を愛する教養のある女性です。
B2 verb /ɪnˈheɪl/

inhale

吸う
Meaning
to breathe in; to draw air into the lungs
Example
Take a deep breath and inhale slowly.
深く息を吸い、ゆっくり吸い込みます。
C1 noun /wɪsp/

wisp

小さな束や部分
Meaning
A small thin or twisted bunch, piece, or amount of something.
Example
A wisp of smoke rose from the chimney.
煙のウィスプが煙突から上がった。
A2 noun /ˈkɔːrnər/

corner

角
Meaning
the place where two edges or sides meet
Example
The store is just around the corner.
店はちょうど角のところにあります。
C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

拡張された、改善された、広げられた
Meaning
having been made greater in size or value.
Example
The new software provided augmented reality features.
新しいソフトウェアは拡張現実の機能を提供しました。
C1 noun /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/

juxtaposition

並置
Meaning
The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Example
The juxtaposition of light and dark colors created a dramatic effect.
明るい色と暗い色の並置が劇的な効果を生み出しました。
B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

確信している；自信のある
Meaning
confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain
Example
She felt assured that everything would work out.
彼女はすべてうまくいくと確信していた。
B2 noun /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

地球規模の平和
Meaning
Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.
Example
Global peace requires collective efforts.
地球規模の平和には集団的な努力が必要です。
A2 verb /klɪk/

click

クリックする
Meaning
to press a button on a computer mouse or similar device
Example
She clicked the link to open the website.
彼女はリンクをクリックしてウェブサイトを開きました。
C2 adjective /ˈblæs.fə.məs/

blasphemous

冒涜的
Meaning
showing disrespect or lack of reverence for God or sacred things
Example
The book was banned for its blasphemous content.
その本は冒涜的な内容のため禁止されました。
C1 noun /ˈmeɪniæk/

maniac

マニア
Meaning
a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way
Example
The driver was speeding like a maniac.
運転手はマニアのようにスピードを出していた。
A2 noun /sɜːr/

sir

サー
Meaning
a respectful or formal form of address used for a man, typically one of higher social status or authority
Example
Sir, may I assist you with your order?
サー、注文をお手伝いできますか？
C1 noun /prɪˈdɒmɪnəns/

predominance

優越性
Meaning
The state of being greater in number, strength, or importance.
Example
The predominance of online shopping has changed retail forever.
オンラインショッピングの優越性が小売業を永遠に変えました。
C2 adjective /dɪsˈdʒʌŋktɪv/

disjunctive

選択的
Meaning
Serving to separate or divide; expressing a choice between alternatives.
Example
In grammar, 'or' is a disjunctive conjunction.
文法では、'または' は選択的接続詞です。
C2 noun /ˈspɛndˌθrɪft/

spendthrift

浪費家
Meaning
A person who spends money extravagantly or wastefully.
Example
The young prince was known as a spendthrift, wasting his fortune on lavish parties.
若い王子は浪費家として知られ、贅沢なパーティーに財産を浪費していた。
A1 noun /wɔːl/

wall

壁
Meaning
a vertical structure that encloses or divides an area
Example
The wall in our living room is painted blue.
リビングルームの壁は青く塗られています。
B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

個人的に; 内密に
Meaning
in a private manner; without others present; confidentially
Example
She spoke to him privately about the matter.
彼女はその問題について彼と個人的に話しました。
C1 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk/

analgesic

鎮痛剤
Meaning
A drug or substance that relieves pain.
Example
She took an analgesic to ease her headache.
彼女は頭痛を和らげるために鎮痛剤を飲みました。
B1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.təm/

Custom

習慣; 慣習; 関税;
Meaning
a traditional practice or behavior; duties levied on imports; habitual practice
Example
It is a local custom to remove shoes before entering someone's home.
他の人の家に入る前に靴を脱ぐのは、地元の習慣です。
B1 adjective /əˈlaɪk/

Alike

似ている; 同じように
Meaning
similar in appearance or nature; in the same way
Example
The two sisters look very much alike.
二人の姉妹はとても似ている。
C1 noun /ləˈɡuːn/

lagoon

ラグーン
Meaning
A shallow body of water separated from the sea by sandbars or reefs.
Example
We swam in the calm waters of the lagoon.
私たちはラグーンの穏やかな水で泳ぎました。
A1 noun /fʊt/

Foot

足
Meaning
the lower extremity of the leg that is in direct contact with the ground in standing or walking
Example
She hurt her foot while running.
彼女は走っている間に足を怪我しました。
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 noun /ˈmoʊtər/

motor

モーター
Meaning
a machine that produces motion or power to make something work
Example
The car’s motor stopped suddenly.
車のモーターは突然止まりました。
C1 adjective ˌæv.ɒ̃ˈɡɑːd

avant-garde

前衛的
Meaning
New and experimental; characterized by departure from or rejection of accepted standards.
Example
Avant-garde designs redefine the dining experience.
アヴァン・ガルドデザインはダイニング体験を再定義します。
B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

ショーケース、何かを魅力的または有利な方法で提示する
Meaning
A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.
Example
The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.
展示会はアーティストの最高の作品を展示しました。
B2 noun /drɪl/

drill

ドリル
Meaning
a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills
Example
The students took part in a fire drill at school.
生徒たちは学校で火災訓練に参加しました。
B1 noun /ˈdʒen.dər/

Gender

性別
Meaning
either of the two sexes (male and female); the range of characteristics pertaining to masculinity and femininity
Example
The company promotes gender equality by ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.
その企業はすべての従業員に平等な機会を提供することで、ジェンダー平等を促進しています。
C2 noun /ˌskʌlˈdʌɡəri/

skullduggery

不正行為
Meaning
dishonest behavior or activities, often done secretly
Example
The election was full of political skullduggery.
選挙は政治的不正行為に満ちていた。
C1 noun /ˈɑːr.tər.i/

Artery

動脈
Meaning
a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body
Example
The doctor checked the pulse in his artery.
医者は彼の動脈で脈拍を確認した。
C1 noun /brɔːl/

brawl

乱闘
Meaning
a noisy fight in a public place
Example
A brawl broke out outside the bar late at night.
夜遅くにバーの外で乱闘が起こった。
C2 noun /ˈhɒthɛd/

hothead

短気な人
Meaning
a person who acts quickly and without thinking when angry
Example
He is such a hothead that he often starts arguments.
彼は短気な人で、よく議論を始める。
B2 adjective /keɪˈɒtɪk/

Chaotic

混沌とした; 秩序のない
Meaning
in a state of complete confusion and disorder
Example
The situation became chaotic after the announcement.
発表後、状況はカオティックになった。
C1 verb /ɡeɪp/

gape

口を開けて見つめる
Meaning
to stare with mouth wide open; to be wide open
Example
The crowd gaped at the amazing magic trick.
観客は驚くべき魔法のトリックを見て口を開けていました。
A2 noun /ˌʌpˈsteəz/

Upstairs

上の階
Meaning
on or to an upper floor of a building; the upper floor or floors
Example
She went upstairs to her bedroom to rest.
彼女は休憩するために自分の寝室に上がった。
C1 verb /kwɛl/

quell

鎮圧する
Meaning
To suppress or put an end to something, usually by force.
Example
The police were called to quell the violent protest.
警察は暴力的な抗議を鎮圧するために呼ばれました。
C2 adjective, adverb /əˈbʌvˌbɔːrd/

aboveboard

正直でオープン
Meaning
Open and honest; without deception or trickery.
Example
The business deal was completely aboveboard.
ビジネス取引は完全に正直でオープンでした。
C2 verb /rɪˈtrɛntʃ/

retrench

コスト削減、従業員の解雇
Meaning
to reduce costs, spending, or staff to save resources
Example
The company had to retrench employees due to financial difficulties.
会社は財政的な困難のため、従業員をリトレンチしなければならなかった。
C2 noun ˈvɜː.mɪ.kʌl.tʃər

vermiculture

バーミカルチャー
Meaning
The cultivation of earthworms, especially for use in composting organic waste.
Example
Vermiculture enriches soil with natural nutrients.
バーミカルチャーは土壌に自然な栄養素を提供します。
B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

アドバイザリー
Meaning
(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning
Example
The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.
委員会は取締役会にアドバイザリーの役割を果たしています。
A2 noun fɔːrs

force

力
Meaning
A physical power or energy that can cause movement, change, or influence.
Example
Strong nuclear force binds particles.
強い核力が粒子を結びつける。
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.
B1 noun /taɪl/

tile

タイル
Meaning
a flat piece of baked clay or other material used for covering roofs, floors, or walls
Example
The kitchen floor is covered with ceramic tiles.
キッチンの床はセラミックタイルで覆われています。
C1 noun /ˈkɔːrdən/

cordon

封鎖線
Meaning
a line or circle of police, soldiers, or guards preventing access
Example
The police set up a cordon around the crime scene.
警察は犯罪現場の周りにコルドンを設置しました。
C1 verb /flaʊt/

flout

無視する
Meaning
To openly disregard or show contempt for a rule or law.
Example
The company was fined for flouting environmental regulations.
その会社は環境規制を無視したため罰金を科せられました。
C1 noun /ˈɑd.ɪ.ti/

Oddity

珍奇な現象
Meaning
something that is strange or unusual; a peculiar trait
Example
His habit of sleeping standing up was considered an oddity.
彼の立って寝る習慣は珍奇な現象と見なされていました。
C1 noun /ˌpɜːrspəˈreɪʃn/

perspiration

発汗
Meaning
The process of sweating.
Example
Heavy exercise causes perspiration.
激しい運動は発汗を引き起こします。
B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

無力
Meaning
without ability, influence, or strength
Example
She felt powerless against the unfair system.
彼女は不公平なシステムに対して無力だと感じていた。
C1 adjective /ˈʃɪvəlrəs/

chivalrous

騎士道精神
Meaning
Behaving in a courteous, gallant, and honorable way, especially toward women.
Example
He was chivalrous, always opening doors for others.
彼は騎士道精神を持っており、常に他の人のためにドアを開けていました。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

思いやりのある; 哀れみ深い
Meaning
feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering
Example
The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.
思いやりのある看護師は、心配している患者を慰めるために追加の時間を取った。
C1 noun /səˈlɪləkwi/

soliloquy

独白
Meaning
a speech in which a character talks to themselves, often used in drama to reveal inner thoughts
Example
Hamlet's soliloquy is one of the most famous passages in Shakespearean drama.
ハムレットの独白はシェイクスピアのドラマの中で最も有名なパッセージの一つです。
B1 noun/verb /ˈhʌntɪŋ/

hunting

狩猟
Meaning
the activity of chasing and killing wild animals
Example
Hunting is strictly regulated in many countries.
狩猟は多くの国で厳格に規制されています。
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

素早く飛び込む; 急激に落ちる
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
彼女はプールに飛び込んだ。
B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

信者
Meaning
a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle
Example
She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.
彼女は努力と正直さを強く信じている。