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A2 adjective /ɪl/

Ill

病気; 不調; 健康状態が悪い
Meaning
sick; unwell; in poor health
Example
He felt ill and decided to stay home from work.
彼は気分が悪く、仕事を休んで家にいることに決めました。
A2 verb /rɪˈpleɪs/

replace

交換する
Meaning
to take the place of something or someone; to put something new in place of something old
Example
He decided to replace the broken lamp with a new one.
彼は壊れたランプを新しいものと交換することに決めました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈrɪəl/

unreal

非現実的な
Meaning
not real or not based on reality; exaggerated or imaginary
Example
The experience felt unreal after the sudden news.
突然の知らせの後、その体験は非現実的に感じられた。
C2 adjective /baɪˈkæmərəl/

bicameral

二院制
Meaning
Having two branches or chambers, especially in a legislature.
Example
The United States has a bicameral legislature consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
アメリカ合衆国には上院と下院から成る二院制の立法機関があります。
C1 adjective /ˈbɒt.əl ɡriːn/

Bottle-green

ボトルグリーン
Meaning
a dark green color similar to that of a green glass bottle
Example
She wore a beautiful bottle-green dress to the evening party.
彼女は夜のパーティーに美しいボトルグリーンのドレスを着ていた。
C2 noun /ˈsɜːrklət/

circlet

Meaning
A small circular band, typically worn as an ornament on the head.
Example
The princess wore a golden circlet on her forehead.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

communist

Meaning
a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism
Example
The communist ideology aims for a classless society.
C1 adjective /loʊθ/

loath

嫌がる
Meaning
reluctant or unwilling to do something
Example
She was loath to admit her mistake in front of everyone.
彼女は皆の前で自分の間違いを認めることを嫌がった。
A2 noun /ɡreɪps/

Grapes

ぶどう
Meaning
small round fruits that grow in clusters on vines; used to make wine
Example
She bought a bunch of grapes from the market.
彼女は市場で一房のぶどうを買いました。
C2 verb /ˈbɒtənaɪz/

botanize

植物を研究する
Meaning
to study plants in their natural environment
Example
They went to the forest to botanize during their vacation.
彼らは休暇中に森で植物を研究しました。
B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/

magnetic

磁気
Meaning
having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way
Example
The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation.
地球の磁場は有害な太陽放射から私たちを守ります。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈsændi/

Sandy

砂の; 砂質の
Meaning
covered with sand; containing sand; having the texture of sand
Example
The sandy beach stretched for miles along the coast.
砂浜は海岸に沿って何マイルも続いていました。
A1 conjunction /ɔːr/

or

または
Meaning
used to link alternatives
Example
You can have tea or coffee.
お茶かコーヒーをお選びいただけます。
A1 adjective /sloʊ/

slow

遅い
Meaning
moving or happening at a low speed
Example
The car moved slowly down the street.
車は通りをゆっくり走っていました。
A1 noun /faɪv/

five

五
Meaning
The number 5; one more than four and one less than six.
Example
She bought five apples from the market.
彼女は市場で五つのリンゴを買いました。
C2 verb /preɪt/

prate

無駄話をする
Meaning
to talk foolishly or at tedious length about something
Example
He would prate endlessly about his minor achievements.
彼は彼の小さな達成について無駄に長く話すことを終わらせなかった。
C1 noun /kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/

kaleidoscope

万華鏡
Meaning
A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.
Example
The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began.
祭りが始まると、街の明かりは色とりどりの万華鏡に変わった。
C2 adjective /əbˈtruːsɪv/

obtrusive

目障りな
Meaning
noticeable in an unpleasant or unwelcome way; intrusive
Example
The advertisement was so obtrusive that it ruined the user’s experience.
その広告はあまりにも目立ちすぎて、ユーザーの体験を台無しにしました。
B2 noun /vɜːrdʒ/

Verge

縁; 境界; しきい値
Meaning
the edge or border of something; very close to happening
Example
She was on the verge of tears.
彼女は涙の縁に立っていた。
C1 noun ɔːˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

austerity

緊縮
Meaning
Simple and disciplined lifestyle, avoiding luxury.
Example
The government implemented austerity measures to reduce expenses.
政府は支出を削減するために緊縮策を実施した。
B2 adjective /fɪərs/

Fierce

激しい; 攻撃的; 強い感情や決意を示す
Meaning
violent; aggressive; showing strong feeling or determination
Example
The fierce storm destroyed many houses in the village.
激しい嵐が村の多くの家を壊しました。
C1 noun /djuːn/

dune

砂丘
Meaning
A hill or ridge of sand formed by the wind, usually found in deserts or near beaches.
Example
The children played on the sand dune by the beach.
子供たちはビーチの砂丘で遊んでいました。
B1 noun /ˈpɑr.səl/

Parcel

小包; 土地の一区画
Meaning
an object or collection of objects wrapped in paper for carrying or sending by mail; a piece of land
Example
The postman delivered a parcel to our door.
郵便配達員が私たちのドアに小包を届けました。
C1 noun /sɔːd fɪʃ/

Sword fish

メカジキ
Meaning
A large marine fish with an elongated bill resembling a sword
Example
The swordfish can swim at speeds up to 60 mph.
メカジキは時速60マイルで泳ぐことができます。
C2 adjective /ɪˈrɛfrəɡəbəl/

irrefragable

反論できない
Meaning
Impossible to refute, deny, or break
Example
The lawyer presented irrefragable evidence that proved his client’s innocence.
弁護士は彼のクライアントの無実を証明する反論できない証拠を提示しました。
C1 adjective /ˈsaɪz.mɪk/

seismic

地震の
Meaning
Relating to earthquakes or vibrations of the earth and its crust.
Example
The region is known for its seismic activity.
その地域は地震活動で知られています。
B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

スクーター
Meaning
a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity
Example
She rides a scooter to work every day.
彼女は毎日スクーターで仕事に行きます。
C1 noun /ɡɔːrd/

Gourd

カボチャ
Meaning
a climbing plant with large fruits that have hard shells when dried
Example
The bottle gourd curry was delicious and nutritious.
瓶型カボチャカレーは美味しくて栄養豊富でした。
B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中級
Meaning
Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.
Example
She is taking an intermediate-level French course.
彼女は中級のフランス語コースを受講しています。
A1 verb /əˈɡriː/

agree

同意する
Meaning
to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony
Example
We all agree that the plan is excellent.
私たちは皆、その計画が素晴らしいことに同意しています。
C1 adjective /ˈpiːs.ə.bəl/

Peaceable

平和的な; 紛争を避ける傾向のある
Meaning
peaceful; inclined to avoid conflict
Example
The peaceable protest ended without any violence.
平和的な抗議は暴力なしで終わった。
C2 noun /ˈɡændər/

Gander

オスガン
Meaning
male goose
Example
The gander protected his family from the approaching dog.
そのオスガンは、近づいてくる犬から家族を守りました。
A2 noun /ˈfɑː.loʊ.ɪŋ/

following

フォロワー
Meaning
a group of supporters or people who admire something or someone
Example
The singer has a large following around the world.
その歌手は世界中に多くのフォロワーを持っています。
C2 noun /ˈlaɪtoʊtiːz/

litotes

緩和表現
Meaning
a figure of speech in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of its contrary
Example
Saying 'not bad' as a compliment is an example of litotes.
'悪くない'と言うことは、緩和表現の一例です。
C2 noun /ˌɒnəˈreəriəm/

honorarium

謝礼
Meaning
A payment given for professional services that are rendered without a fee.
Example
The guest lecturer received an honorarium for her talk.
ゲスト講師は彼女の講演に対して謝礼を受け取った。
B1 adjective /ˈfɒɡi/

foggy

霧の
Meaning
Full of or covered with fog; unclear or hazy.
Example
The mountain road was dangerous on the foggy morning.
山道は霧の朝に危険でした。
C1 noun /ˈmʌf.lər/

Muffler

マフラー
Meaning
a long strip of cloth worn around the neck for warmth
Example
She wrapped a warm muffler around her neck before going outside.
彼女は外に出る前に暖かいマフラーを首に巻いた。
B1 noun ˈtɑː.ɡɪt

target

目標
Meaning
An object, person, or place selected as the aim of an attack or focus of attention.
Example
Achieving energy targets is critical for global progress.
エネルギー目標の達成は、世界的進展にとって非常に重要です。
C2 noun /ˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.ti/

geniality

親しみやすさ
Meaning
the quality of being friendly and cheerful
Example
His geniality made him popular among his colleagues.
彼の親しみやすさは、同僚の間で彼を人気者にした。
C2 noun /ˈdʒaɪrəˌskoʊp/

gyroscope

Meaning
A device consisting of a wheel or disk mounted so it can spin rapidly and maintain orientation, used for navigation and balance.
Example
The airplane's navigation system relies on a gyroscope for stability.
C2 noun /ˈpɑːrvənuː/

parvenu

新興富裕層
Meaning
A person who has recently gained wealth or influence but is not yet accepted socially.
Example
He was seen as a parvenu who lacked refinement despite his riches.
彼は、金持ちでありながら洗練されていないパルヴェヌとして見られていました。
A2 adverb /ˈpɒs.ə.bli/

Possibly

おそらく; もしかしたら;
Meaning
perhaps; maybe; it may be the case that
Example
It will possibly rain tomorrow.
明日おそらく雨が降るかもしれません。
C2 adjective /ˈslʌvənli/

slovenly

だらしない
Meaning
Untidy or careless in appearance, habits, or work.
Example
His slovenly appearance made a bad impression at the interview.
彼のだらしない外見は面接で悪い印象を与えました。
C1 adjective /dɪˈmɪnjətɪv/

diminutive

非常に小さい
Meaning
extremely or unusually small
Example
Despite his diminutive size, he was a powerful leader.
その非常に小さい体格にもかかわらず、彼は強力なリーダーだった。
C1 verb /dɪˈfeɪm/

defame

名誉毀損
Meaning
to harm someone's reputation by spreading false information
Example
He was defamed by malicious rumors.
彼は悪意のある噂で中傷されました。
A1 adjective /bɪɡ/

big

大きい
Meaning
large in size, extent, or importance
Example
They moved into a big house with plenty of space.
彼らは広いスペースのある大きな家に引っ越しました。
C1 adjective /haɪˈdrɔːlɪk/

hydraulic

油圧の
Meaning
operated by the pressure of liquid, especially water or oil
Example
The mechanic repaired the hydraulic system of the machine.
機械工は機械の油圧システムを修理しました。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈɡʌl.ə.bəl/

gullible

簡単に騙される
Meaning
Easily deceived or tricked.
Example
She was so gullible that she believed every rumor.
彼女は非常に簡単に騙されるので、あらゆる噂を信じてしまった。
C1 adjective /məˈtɪk.jə.ləs/

meticulous

非常に注意深く、詳細に正確に
Meaning
Extremely careful and precise in attention to detail
Example
A meticulous researcher checks every detail before publishing.
慎重な研究者は、公開する前にすべての詳細を確認します。
C1 verb θwɔːt

thwart

阻止する
Meaning
Prevent (someone) from accomplishing something; oppose successfully.
Example
His efforts to thwart the proposal were unsuccessful.
提案を阻止しようとした彼の努力は失敗に終わった。
C2 verb /lʌɡˈʒʊrieɪt/

luxuriate

贅沢を楽しむ
Meaning
to enjoy something in a self-indulgent way; to take pleasure in great comfort
Example
She luxuriated in the warm bubble bath after a long day.
長い一日の後、彼女は暖かいバブルバスで贅沢を楽しんでいた。
C1 adjective /ˈstrɛnjuəs/

strenuous

厳しい
Meaning
Requiring or using great effort and energy.
Example
Climbing the mountain was a strenuous task.
山登りは厳しい仕事だった。
C2 noun /ˈfræŋkɪnsɛns/

frankincense

お香
Meaning
An aromatic gum resin used in incense and perfumes, often in religious ceremonies.
Example
The temple was filled with the sweet smell of burning frankincense.
寺院は燃えるお香の甘い香りで満ちていました。
C1 noun /səˈvænə/

savanna

サバンナ（散在する木々がある草原）
Meaning
a grassy plain with scattered trees, typical of tropical and subtropical regions
Example
Giraffes browsed on acacia trees across the wide savanna.
キリンは広いサバンナでアカシアの木の葉を食べていました。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛrɪtəbl/

veritable

真実の
Meaning
used to emphasize that something is genuine or true
Example
The house was a veritable palace compared to ours.
その家は私たちの家と比べて、まさに本物の宮殿でした。
C1 noun /ˈkælɪbər/

caliber

カリバー
Meaning
The quality of someone's ability or character; the internal diameter of a gun barrel.
Example
The university attracts students of high caliber.
その大学は高いカリバーの学生を引き付けます。
C1 adjective /ˈʃɪp.ʃeɪp/

Shipshape

きちんと整頓された; よく整理された; 良好な状態
Meaning
neat and tidy; in good order; well-organized
Example
Everything was shipshape before the inspection.
検査の前にすべてが完璧でした。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərəbl/

inconsiderable

取るに足らない
Meaning
Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.
Example
The donation was not inconsiderable, though smaller than expected.
寄付は取るに足らなかったが、予想よりも小さかった。
C2 noun /troʊp/

trope

文学的な使い古し
Meaning
A common or overused theme, idea, or device in literature, film, or speech.
Example
The film avoided the usual superhero tropes.
その映画は、一般的なスーパーヒーローのトロープを避けました。
C2 noun /ˈɪnˌɡreɪt/

ingrate

Meaning
An ungrateful person; someone who shows no appreciation.
Example
He worked hard for his friend, but the ingrate never thanked him.
C2 adjective /ˌfæntæzməˈɡɒrɪkəl/

phantasmagorical

幻想的な
Meaning
Having a fantastic, dreamlike, or surreal appearance, often shifting or illusory.
Example
The movie created a phantasmagorical vision of another world.
映画はもう一つの世界の幻想的なビジョンを作り出しました。
B2 verb /skeər/

scare

怖がらせる
Meaning
to frighten someone or make them feel afraid
Example
The loud noise scared the baby.
大きな音が赤ちゃんを怖がらせた。
A2 noun /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/

Luggage

荷物
Meaning
suitcases or other bags in which to pack personal belongings for traveling
Example
Please check your luggage at the airport counter.
空港のカウンターで荷物をチェックしてください。
C1 noun /brɪˈɡeɪd/

brigade

消防隊
Meaning
A large group of people organized for a specific purpose, especially a military unit.
Example
The fire brigade arrived quickly to put out the flames.
消防隊は火を消すために迅速に到着しました。
C2 noun /ˈklɔɪstər/

cloister

回廊
Meaning
a covered walk in a convent, monastery, or cathedral, typically with a wall on one side and a colonnade open to a quadrangle on the other.
Example
The monks walked silently through the cloister.
修道士たちは静かに回廊を歩いていた。
C1 noun /oʊˈbɪt.ʃu.er.i/

Obituary

訃報
Meaning
a notice of someone's death published in a newspaper; biographical account of deceased person
Example
The newspaper published his obituary yesterday.
新聞は昨日彼の訃報を掲載しました。
C2 verb /slʌf/ or /sluː/

slough

皮を捨てる / 湿地
Meaning
To shed or cast off (like dead skin); also a swampy or muddy area.
Example
The snake sloughed off its old skin.
ヘビは古い皮を捨てた。
C1 noun /ˈpɜːrɡəˌtɔːri/

purgatory

Meaning
A place or state of suffering inhabited by the souls of sinners who are expiating their sins before going to heaven; a temporary condition of torment or suffering.
Example
After the accident, the long recovery felt like a kind of purgatory.
C2 noun /ˈmæl.əˌfæk.tər/

malefactor

悪党
Meaning
A person who commits a crime or does evil.
Example
The malefactor was arrested for the robbery.
その悪党は強盗で逮捕された。
C2 noun /ˈbuːbi/

booby

ばか
Meaning
a foolish or gullible person; a silly individual
Example
He felt like a booby after making such a simple mistake.
そんな簡単な間違いをして、彼は自分をばかだと感じた。
C2 adjective /ˌæktʃuˈɛəriəl/

actuarial

アクチュアリール
Meaning
Relating to actuaries or their work of analyzing financial risk and uncertainty, especially in insurance and pensions.
Example
The company relied on actuarial reports to set insurance premiums.
その会社は保険料を設定するためにアクチュアリール報告書に依存していた。
A2 noun /seɪf/

Safe

金庫; 保護
Meaning
secure container for storing valuables; protection from danger
Example
He kept his important documents in the office safe.
彼は重要な書類をオフィスの金庫に保管していました。
C1 adjective ˈser.ɪ.brəl

cerebral

大脳の
Meaning
Of the cerebrum of the brain.
Example
Cerebral functions regulate thoughts.
大脳機能は思考を調整します。
B1 noun /rɪˈtaɪə.mənt/

Retirement

退職
Meaning
the action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work; the period of life after leaving work
Example
He is planning his retirement after 40 years of service.
彼は40年間の勤務の後、退職を計画しています。
B1 adjective /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Disappointed

がっかり
Meaning
sad because something has not happened or is not as good as expected
Example
She was disappointed with her exam results.
彼女は試験の結果にがっかりしていた。
B1 noun /ˈkʊkər/

cooker

調理器; 炊飯器
Meaning
a device or appliance used for cooking food; a person or thing that cooks
Example
The rice cooker makes cooking meals much easier.
炊飯器は料理をとても簡単にします。
C1 adjective /ˈʃeɪp.ləs/

Shapeless

形のない
Meaning
having no definite or well-defined shape or form
Example
The fog created a shapeless mass in the distance.
霧は遠くに形のない塊を作り出しました。
C1 noun kəˈrəʊ.ʒən

corrosion

腐食
Meaning
The gradual destruction of materials by chemical or electrochemical reaction, especially of metals by oxidation.
Example
Corrosion in pipes leads to leakage.
パイプ内の腐食は漏れの原因となります。
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。
C2 noun /ˈkæθoʊd/

cathode

陰極
Meaning
The negative electrode in a device such as a battery or tube, where electrons enter.
Example
The cathode emits electrons in the tube.
カソードはチューブ内で電子を放出します。
C2 noun /əˈreɪ.bi.ən ˈdʒæz.mɪn/

Arabian Jasmine

アラビアジャスミン
Meaning
A fragrant white flower native to South and Southeast Asia, commonly used in perfumes and religious ceremonies
Example
The Arabian jasmine filled the garden with its sweet fragrance.
アラビアジャスミンはその甘い香りで庭を満たしました。
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəˌθiːɪzəm/

monotheism

一神教
Meaning
The belief in the existence of only one God.
Example
Islam and Christianity are religions based on monotheism.
イスラム教とキリスト教は一神教に基づいている。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈmɑːrʃən/

martian

火星人
Meaning
Related to the planet Mars; or an imaginary being from Mars.
Example
The movie showed a Martian visiting Earth.
映画は火星人が地球を訪れるシーンを見せた。
C1 noun ˈɪm.pɪ.təs

impetus

推進力
Meaning
The force or motivation that drives something forward; momentum.
Example
The new policy provided an impetus for economic growth.
新しい政策は経済成長のための推進力を提供しました。
C2 verb /ˌkaʊˈtaʊ/

kowtow

過度に従順である
Meaning
To act in an excessively subservient or obedient manner.
Example
He refused to kowtow to the unreasonable demands.
彼は不合理な要求に従うことを拒否した。
C2 adjective /ˈvɪrəl/

virile

男性的
Meaning
having traditionally masculine qualities, such as strength, energy, and sexual vigor
Example
The actor was admired for his virile appearance.
俳優はその男性的な外見で賞賛されました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈsɪ.prə.kəl/

Reciprocal

相互の; 互恵的な; 両者で平等に分け合う;
Meaning
given or done in return; mutual; shared equally by both parties;
Example
The two countries have a reciprocal trade agreement.
二国間には相互の貿易協定があります。
A1 noun /tɔɪ/

toy

おもちゃ
Meaning
an object for children to play with
Example
The child received a toy car for his birthday.
その子は誕生日におもちゃの車をもらいました。
B2 noun/verb /hɜːrd/

herd

Meaning
a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together; or to gather animals into a group.
Example
The shepherd herded the sheep into the pen.
C1 verb /priːˈɒkjʊpaɪ/

preoccupy

占める, 心を占める
Meaning
To dominate or engross the mind of someone to the exclusion of other thoughts.
Example
Worries about the future preoccupy him constantly.
未来についての心配が彼を常に占めている。
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 /ˌloʊ ˈspɪrɪtɪd/

low-spirited

落ち込んだ
Meaning
feeling sad, depressed, or lacking enthusiasm
Example
He felt low-spirited after hearing the bad news.
悪いニュースを聞いて、彼は落ち込んでいた。
C1 adjective /ˈrek.wɪ.zɪt/

Requisite

必要な; 必須の
Meaning
made necessary by particular circumstances; required
Example
Good communication skills are requisite for this job.
この仕事には良いコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。
C1 adjective /ˈɑp.ər.ə.tɪv/

Operative

作動中の; 効力を持つ; 仕事をしている; 操作可能な;
Meaning
Functioning; in effect; working; active;
Example
The new safety protocols became operative immediately after the accident.
新しい安全プロトコルは事故後すぐに作動しました。
A1 verb /sliːp/

sleep

眠る
Meaning
to rest with eyes closed and reduced consciousness; to be inactive
Example
I need to sleep for eight hours every night.
毎晩8時間寝る必要があります。
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 noun /ˈseɪ.li.əns/

salience

顕著性
Meaning
The quality of being particularly noticeable or important; prominence.
Example
The salience of the issue was highlighted in the debate.
その問題の顕著性は討論で強調されました。
B1 noun/adjective /ˈmæksɪməm/

maximum

最大
Meaning
the greatest or highest amount, value, or degree possible
Example
She scored the maximum marks in the exam.
彼女は試験で最大の点数を取った。
C2 noun /ˈflæt.ər.ər/

Flatterer

お世辞を言う人
Meaning
a person who lavishes praise, often insincerely and in order to gain advantage
Example
The king was surrounded by flatterers who only told him what he wanted to hear.
王様はお世辞を言う人たちに囲まれて、彼が聞きたいことだけを言ってもらった。
C2 noun /ˈdʌlərd/

dullard

愚か者
Meaning
a slow or stupid person
Example
He was considered a dullard by his classmates.
彼はクラスメートによって愚か者だと考えられていた。
C1 verb /slaʊtʃ/

slouch

だらしなく座る
Meaning
To stand, sit, or move in a lazy or awkward way.
Example
He slouched in the chair, looking tired.
彼は椅子にだらりと座り、疲れた様子だった。
C1 adjective ˌnɒnˈvɜːr.bəl

nonverbal

非言語
Meaning
Communication using body language, facial expressions, or gestures instead of words
Example
Nonverbal cues play a crucial role in effective communication.
非言語の合図は効果的なコミュニケーションにおいて重要な役割を果たします。
C2 noun /məˈnɒkrəsi/

monocracy

独裁政治
Meaning
A system of government by a single person; autocracy.
Example
The nation suffered under decades of monocracy.
国は数十年にわたるモノクラシーの下で苦しんだ。
B2 noun /ˈfɜːrneɪs/

furnace

炉
Meaning
an enclosed structure in which heat is produced for a building or for melting metal
Example
The factory's furnace melted the metal quickly.
工場の炉は金属を迅速に溶かしました。
C2 noun, verb /ˈbɛvəl/

bevel

斜面
Meaning
A sloping edge or surface; to cut or shape an edge at an angle.
Example
The carpenter beveled the edges of the table.
大工はテーブルの端を斜めに切りました。
A1 noun /ˈʃʊɡər/

Sugar

砂糖
Meaning
sweet crystalline substance used as a sweetener
Example
Please add two teaspoons of sugar to my coffee.
私のコーヒーに砂糖を小さじ2杯加えてください。
A2 noun ækt

act

法律
Meaning
A written law passed by a legislative body.
Example
The act was passed in 2023.
その法律は2023年に可決されました。
C2 adjective /ˌiːvənˈhændɪd/

evenhanded

公平な
Meaning
Fair and impartial; showing no bias or favoritism.
Example
The judge was praised for her evenhanded approach to the case.
その裁判官は、公平なアプローチでその事件を扱ったことで称賛されました。
B1 noun /bʌn/

Bun

パン
Meaning
a small round bread roll, often sweet
Example
I bought fresh buns from the bakery this morning.
今朝ベーカリーで新鮮なパンを買いました。
C1 noun /ˈstaɪləs/

stylus

スタイラス
Meaning
a small tool used for writing, drawing, or touching screens
Example
She used a stylus to draw on her tablet.
彼女はタブレットで絵を描くためにスタイラスを使用しました。
A1 adjective /ˈprɪti/

Pretty

可愛い; 美しい; 魅力的
Meaning
attractive in a delicate way; fairly or moderately
Example
She wore a pretty dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーにかわいいドレスを着て行きました。
B2 noun /dɪkˈteɪtə/

dictator

独裁者
Meaning
a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Example
The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.
独裁者は鉄の拳で国を支配した。
B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

絶対
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
独裁者は国に対して絶対的な権力を持っていた。
A2 adverb /kəmˈpliːtli/

completely

完全に
Meaning
totally; in every way possible
Example
The room was completely silent.
部屋は完全に静かでした。
A2 noun /skɜːrt/

Skirt

スカート
Meaning
a garment that hangs from the waist and covers part or all of the legs
Example
She chose a blue skirt to match her blouse.
彼女はブラウスに合わせるために青いスカートを選びました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlm/

overwhelm

Meaning
to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle
Example
She was overwhelmed with gratitude after receiving the help.
C2 noun /biˈætɪtjuːd/

beatitude

至高の幸福または祝福、しばしば山上の説教でのイエスの言葉に関連して使用される
Meaning
supreme blessedness or happiness, often used in reference to the sayings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount
Example
She felt a state of beatitude after receiving the good news.
良い知らせを受け取った後、彼女は幸福の状態を感じていた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈfjʊərieɪt/

infuriate

激怒させる
Meaning
To make someone extremely angry.
Example
His careless remarks infuriated the entire team.
彼の不注意な発言がチーム全体を怒らせた。
C1 verb /ˈlɪbəreɪt/

liberate

解放する
Meaning
to set free from imprisonment, oppression, or restraint
Example
The army liberated the city from enemy control.
軍隊は敵の支配から都市を解放した。