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C1 noun ɪnˈsɛpʃən

inception

始まり
Meaning
The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
Example
The inception of the company marked a new era in the industry.
その企業のインセプションは業界に新しい時代を築きました。
C2 adjective /ˈfiːtɪd/

foetid

腐った
Meaning
having an offensive, unpleasant smell
Example
The foetid smell from the garbage made it hard to breathe.
ゴミからの腐った臭いで呼吸が困難になった。
B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

サンゴ礁
Meaning
Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.
Example
Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.
セント・マーチン島はそのサンゴ礁で知られています。
B2 noun /rek/

Wreck

破壊; 車両事故;
Meaning
the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed
Example
The car wreck blocked the highway for hours.
自動車の事故で高速道路が数時間封鎖された。
C2 noun /ˈkæt.aɪ.ɒn ɪksˌtʃeɪndʒ/

cation-exchange

陽イオン交換
Meaning
A chemical process in soil that helps retain nutrients.
Example
The cation-exchange capacity of soil affects plant growth.
土壌の陽イオン交換容量は植物の成長に影響を与える。
B2 adjective /ˈʃɔːrt ˌtempərd/

Short-tempered

短気な; すぐに怒る
Meaning
quick to lose one's temper; easily angered
Example
She became short-tempered when the traffic made her late for the meeting.
交通のせいで遅れてしまったとき、彼女は短気になった。
C2 noun /kənˈtjuː.ʒən/

contusion

打撲、内出血
Meaning
a bruise or injury without breaking the skin
Example
The boxer had several contusions after the match.
ボクサーは試合後にいくつかの打撲を受けていました。
C1 noun /ɪkˈspɛktənsi/

expectancy

期待
Meaning
the state of expecting something; anticipation or likelihood
Example
There was a sense of expectancy in the room before the results were announced.
結果が発表される前、部屋には期待の感覚があった。
B2 adjective /mɑːrkt/

Marked

顕著な; 明確な; 独特な
Meaning
clearly noticeable; distinct; obvious
Example
There was a marked improvement in her performance.
彼女のパフォーマンスには顕著な改善がありました。
C2 noun /ˈlɪtɪɡənt/

litigant

訴訟当事者
Meaning
a person involved in a lawsuit
Example
The court summoned both litigants for the hearing.
裁判所は両方の訴訟当事者を公聴会に召喚した。
C2 noun /ˈkɔːrsər/

courser

速い馬または狩猟馬
Meaning
a swift horse or a hunting horse
Example
The knight rode a fast courser into battle.
騎士は速いコーサーに乗って戦いに向かった。
C1 noun /ˈpæn.θi.ən/

pantheon

すべての神々、すべての神々に捧げられた寺院
Meaning
All the gods of a religion collectively; a building dedicated to all gods.
Example
The Roman Pantheon is one of the best-preserved ancient temples.
ローマのパンテオンは最もよく保存されている古代の神殿の一つです。
C1 adjective /prəˈlɪf.ɪk/

prolific

多作な
Meaning
Present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful; producing many works, results, or offspring.
Example
The author is prolific, having written over 30 books.
その著者は非常に多作で、30冊以上の本を執筆しています。
C2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊˌɡoʊɪŋ/

thoroughgoing

完全な、徹底的な
Meaning
carried out to the full extent; absolute and complete
Example
She is a thoroughgoing professional in every sense.
彼女はあらゆる意味で徹底的なプロフェッショナルです。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːvən/

Uneven

不均一; 凹凸のある
Meaning
not level or smooth; not regular or consistent
Example
The road was uneven and full of potholes.
その道は不均一で、穴だらけだった。
C1 noun /ˌloʊ.kəˈmoʊ.tɪv/

locomotive

機関車
Meaning
A powered rail vehicle used for pulling trains.
Example
The old steam locomotive was restored for the museum.
古い蒸気機関車は博物館のために修復されました。
C2 noun /ˈmʌrɪn/

murrain

家畜の伝染病
Meaning
An infectious disease that affects cattle and other animals, often fatal.
Example
The farmer lost many cows during the outbreak of murrain.
農家はムレインの流行中に多くの牛を失いました。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

子供のような; 無邪気で信頼しやすい; 純粋でシンプル
Meaning
innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple
Example
She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.
彼女は周りの世界について子供のような驚きを保っていました。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzæktɪŋ/

exacting

厳格な
Meaning
demanding a lot of effort, attention, or precision
Example
She is known for her exacting standards in design.
彼女はデザインにおける厳格な基準で知られています。
C2 adjective /ˈrævənɪŋ/

ravening

非常に空腹で貪欲
Meaning
Extremely hungry and greedy; voracious.
Example
The ravening wolves circled the camp.
空腹の狼たちはキャンプを囲んだ。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
経済の収縮は失業率の上昇を招いた。
B2 noun /ˈtɔːr.ment/

Torment

苦しみ; 苦痛
Meaning
severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish
Example
The prisoner endured years of torment in solitary confinement.
囚人は独房で何年もの苦しみに耐えました。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装飾品
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
クリスマスツリーはカラフルな装飾品で飾られていました。
B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

選挙の
Meaning
related to elections or voting
Example
The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.
その国の選挙プロセスは近年改革されました。
C1 verb /ˈmɛdəl/

meddle

他人の問題に干渉する
Meaning
to interfere in something that is not one's concern
Example
He always tries to meddle in other people’s business.
彼はいつも他人の事に口を出そうとする。
C1 verb koʊˈɜrs

coerce

強制する
Meaning
To force someone to do something against their will using threats or intimidation.
Example
The manager tried to coerce the employees into working overtime.
マネージャーは従業員を強制的に残業させようとしました。
B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

味方
Meaning
To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.
Example
The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.
二国は共通の敵に対して連携することを決定した。
B2 noun /ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/

Solidarity

団結
Meaning
unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest
Example
The workers showed solidarity during the strike.
労働者はストライキの間、団結を示しました。
C2 adjective /prɪˈskrɪptɪbəl/

prescriptible

規定可能
Meaning
Capable of being prescribed or laid down as a rule or directive.
Example
Certain regulations are prescriptible under the law.
特定の規則は法律の下で規定可能です。
C2 verb /prɪˈværɪkeɪt/

prevaricate

Meaning
to avoid telling the truth by not giving a direct answer
Example
The politician began to prevaricate when asked about the scandal.
C2 noun /ˈvɛrɪti/

verity

真実性
Meaning
a true principle or belief; the state of being true
Example
The verity of his statement was confirmed by evidence.
彼の声明の真実性は証拠によって確認されました。
C1 verb /ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

stigmatize

スティグマタイズする
Meaning
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
Example
People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized.
特定の病気の人々はしばしば不当な方法でスティグマタイズされる。
C1 noun/verb /ˈhɛmərɪdʒ/

hemorrhage

出血
Meaning
A significant loss of blood from a ruptured blood vessel, or to lose blood heavily.
Example
The patient suffered a severe brain hemorrhage.
患者は重度の脳出血に苦しんでいます。
C1 adjective /ˈmiːɡər/

meager

乏しい
Meaning
Lacking in quantity or quality; inadequate.
Example
He could barely survive on his meager salary.
彼は乏しい給料でかろうじて生きていけた。
C2 verb /ˈdʒɒɡəl/

joggle

軽く揺する
Meaning
to shake slightly; to move or cause to move with quick, small jerks
Example
He joggled the table and the vase nearly fell.
彼はテーブルを揺すって、花瓶が倒れそうになった。
C1 noun stɔːrm ɪnˌtensɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

storm intensification

嵐の強化
Meaning
The process by which storms become stronger and more severe in intensity.
Example
Storm intensification is linked to climate change.
嵐の強化は気候変動に関連しています。
A2 noun /vjuː/

View

景色; 視点; 意見
Meaning
the ability to see something; a particular way of considering or regarding something; an opinion
Example
The mountain view from our hotel room was breathtaking.
ホテルの部屋からの山の景色は息を呑むような美しさでした。
C1 noun ˈsɪnədʒi

synergy

相乗効果, 協力
Meaning
The interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Example
The synergy between the two companies led to a successful partnership.
二つの会社間の相乗効果により、成功したパートナーシップが生まれました。
B1 noun dɪˈskʌvəriz

discoveries

発見
Meaning
The action or process of finding or learning something for the first time; facts or things discovered.
Example
His discoveries revolutionized multiple fields.
彼の発見は複数の分野で革命を起こした。
B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

ガタガタ鳴る；ガラガラ
Meaning
to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound
Example
The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.
強い風で緩んだ窓がガタガタ鳴り始めた。
B2 noun, verb /ˈbʌŋkər/

bunker

地下壕
Meaning
a reinforced underground shelter; to place or store something in a protected place
Example
They hid in a bunker during the air raid.
空襲の間、彼らは地下壕に隠れた。
C2 adjective /ˌpɛrənˈθɛtɪkəl/

parenthetical

括弧内のコメント
Meaning
Relating to or expressed in parentheses; a side remark or digression.
Example
He added a parenthetical comment during the lecture.
彼は講義中に括弧内のコメントを追加しました。
C2 noun /ˈtʃɜː.nɪŋ stɪk/

Churning stick

バターバトン
Meaning
a wooden stick used for stirring and churning butter, milk, or other liquids
Example
Grandmother used a churning stick to make fresh butter.
おばあさんは新鮮なバターを作るためにチャーニングスティックを使いました。
B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

筋肉
Meaning
a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement
Example
Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.
定期的な運動は筋肉を強化するのに役立ちます。
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。
B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

コリアンダー
Meaning
aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice
Example
Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.
新鮮なコリアンダーの葉がカレーの上にふりかけられます。
C2 noun /bəˈlɛəroʊ/

bolero

ボレロ（スペインのダンスまたは前が開いた短いジャケット）
Meaning
A Spanish dance in slow triple time, or a short jacket open at the front.
Example
The dancers performed a passionate bolero at the festival.
ダンサーたちはフェスティバルで情熱的なボレロを演奏しました。
C1 noun /ˈstætʃuːt/

statute

法律
Meaning
A written law passed by a legislative body.
Example
The new statute protects workers' rights.
新しい法律は労働者の権利を保護します。
C1 adjective /pæˈseɪ/

passe

時代遅れの; 流行遅れ
Meaning
no longer fashionable or current; out of date
Example
Some trends from last decade feel utterly passé now.
昨今のトレンドのいくつかは今や完全に時代遅れに見える。
B2 noun /beɪs/

bass

低い男性の声 / ベースギター
Meaning
the lowest adult male singing voice; also, low-frequency sounds in music or a type of fish
Example
He played the bass guitar at the concert.
彼はコンサートでベースギターを弾いた。
A2 verb /əˈtrækt/

attract

引き付ける
Meaning
to cause someone to have interest or draw something towards
Example
The flowers attract bees with their bright colors.
花はその鮮やかな色で蜂を引き寄せます。
C2 noun /ˈkɪŋɡlɪŋ/

kingling

小さな王
Meaning
A minor or petty king; a ruler of small importance.
Example
The kingling demanded respect from his people despite his small realm.
その小さな王は、小さな王国にもかかわらず、彼の人々に尊敬を要求しました。
B2 adjective /ˈhɪli/

hilly

丘陵の多い
Meaning
having many hills; characterized by hills or slopes
Example
The village is located in a beautiful hilly region.
その村は美しい丘陵の多い地域にあります。
C1 verb /ɪmˈboʊl.dən/

embolden

勇気づける
Meaning
To give someone the courage or confidence to do something.
Example
The coach's words emboldened the team to play aggressively.
コーチの言葉はチームを積極的にプレーするように勇気づけました。
A2 noun /ˈlem.ən/

Lemon

レモン
Meaning
a yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
Example
She squeezed a lemon into her tea.
彼女はお茶にレモンを絞った。
B1 noun /ˌdek.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Decoration

装飾; 飾り; 賞;
Meaning
the process or art of decorating something; ornamental items used to beautify
Example
The Christmas decoration transformed the ordinary room into a festive wonderland.
クリスマスのデコレーションは、普通の部屋をお祝いのワンダーランドに変えました。
C1 adjective /ˈfɔːrθˌraɪt/

forthright

率直
Meaning
Direct and honest in speech or behavior; straightforward.
Example
She was forthright in her criticism of the policy.
彼女は政策に対する批判で率直だった。
C2 adjective /ˈæpəzɪt/

apposite

適切
Meaning
highly appropriate or relevant to what is being discussed
Example
Her remark was particularly apposite to the situation.
彼女のコメントはその状況に非常に適切でした。
C2 adjective/verb /ɪnˈkɑːrneɪt/

incarnate

具現化
Meaning
to embody or represent in human form; in flesh
Example
She is kindness incarnate.
彼女は親切さの具現化です。
C2 noun /dɪˈpoʊnənt/

deponent

証人
Meaning
A person who gives testimony under oath, especially in a written deposition.
Example
The deponent confirmed the accuracy of the statement during the trial.
証人は裁判中に証言の正確性を確認しました。
B2 noun /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

株主
Meaning
an individual or organization that owns shares in a company
Example
Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.
各株主は年次総会で投票する権利を持っています。
C2 noun /əˈmɛrɪkəˌnɪzəm/

americanism

Meaning
A word, phrase, or practice characteristic of American English or culture.
Example
The term 'sidewalk' is an Americanism, while 'pavement' is used in British English.
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。
C2 verb /bɪˈfɪt/

befit

ふさわしい
Meaning
to be suitable for; to be appropriate to
Example
Formal attire befits the seriousness of the occasion.
フォーマルな服装はその場の厳粛さにふさわしい。
C2 verb /ˈdiːɪfaɪ/

deify

神格化する
Meaning
to treat or worship someone or something as a god
Example
Some fans deify their favorite celebrities.
一部のファンはお気に入りの有名人を神のように崇拝します。
C1 noun /ˌtrænsˈpɪəreɪʃən/

transpiration

蒸散
Meaning
The process by which plants lose water through their leaves, which plays a crucial role in plant cooling, nutrient transport, and the water cycle.
Example
Transpiration plays a key role in the water cycle and plant growth.
蒸散は水循環と植物の成長において重要な役割を果たします。
C1 adjective /ˈraʊzɪŋ/

rousing

興奮させる
Meaning
Exciting, inspiring, or stirring.
Example
The speaker delivered a rousing speech that moved the audience.
スピーカーは聴衆を感動させる興奮させるスピーチをしました。
C1 noun /kuː/

coup

クーデター
Meaning
a sudden, decisive action that brings about a change, especially in government
Example
The military staged a coup to overthrow the existing regime.
軍隊は現政権を倒すためにクーデターを起こしました。
B2 adjective /slɪm/

slim

スリム
Meaning
thin in an attractive or healthy way; small in amount or chance
Example
She looked slim in her new dress.
彼女は新しいドレスでスリムに見えた。
B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

サイレン
Meaning
A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.
Example
The police car passed with its siren blaring.
警察車両はサイレンを鳴らしながら通り過ぎました。
A2 noun /ɔɪl/

Oil

油
Meaning
a viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, used for cooking or fuel
Example
Heat the oil in a pan before adding the vegetables.
野菜を加える前にフライパンで油を温めます。
C2 verb /ˈeksɪkreɪt/

execrate

憎む
Meaning
To feel or express great loathing or hatred for something.
Example
The community execrated the corrupt politician.
コミュニティは腐敗した政治家を憎んだ。
C1 noun /ˈrɛt.ər.ɪk/

rhetoric

効果的または説得力のある話し方または書き方の技術
Meaning
The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; skillful use of language to influence others.
Example
Political leaders often use rhetoric to influence people.
政治指導者たちはしばしば人々に影響を与えるためにレトリックを使います。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrbərɪˌkʌltʃər/

arboriculture

樹木栽培
Meaning
the cultivation and management of trees and shrubs
Example
He studied arboriculture to improve urban green spaces.
彼は都市の緑地を改善するために樹木栽培を学びました。
B2 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

領土
Meaning
An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.
Example
The king expanded his territory.
王は自分の領土を拡大しました。
C1 noun /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/

shrinkage

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller in size, amount, or value.
Example
The company reported a shrinkage in profits this quarter.
その会社は今四半期の利益の収縮を報告しました。
B2 adjective /ˈskɑː.lət/

Scarlet

スカーレット
Meaning
a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge
Example
The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light.
庭のスカーレットローズは朝の光の中で素晴らしく見えました。
A1 noun /ɡlæs/

Glass

グラス
Meaning
a drinking container made of glass; hard transparent material
Example
He drank a glass of cold water after the workout.
彼はトレーニング後に冷たい水を一杯飲みました。
A2 verb /oʊˈbeɪ/

obey

従う
Meaning
to follow orders or instructions; to comply with rules
Example
Children should obey their parents and teachers.
子供たちは親と先生に従うべきです。
C1 noun /səbˈvɜːrʒən/

subversion

転覆
Meaning
the act of trying to destroy or undermine an established system or authority
Example
The government accused the rebels of planning subversion.
政府は反乱者が転覆を計画していると非難した。
C2 verb /fɪˈlændər/

philander

浮気をする
Meaning
to engage in casual or frivolous romantic or sexual relationships
Example
He was known to philander with many women in town.
彼は町で多くの女性と浮気をしていることで知られていた。
C1 adjective /ˈbleɪmləs/

blameless

非の打ち所がない
Meaning
innocent of wrongdoing; not deserving blame
Example
She remained calm and blameless throughout the investigation.
彼女は調査中ずっと冷静で非の打ち所がなかった。
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。
A1 number /ˌfɪfˈtiːn/

fifteen

十五
Meaning
the number 15
Example
There are fifteen students in the class.
クラスには十五人の生徒がいます。
C1 verb /əˈseɪl/

assail

攻撃する
Meaning
to attack violently, either physically or with words
Example
The politician was assailed with difficult questions.
政治家は難しい質問で攻撃された。
C2 noun /ˌæpəˈzɪʃən/

apposition

同格 (並列文法)
Meaning
a grammatical construction in which two elements are placed side by side, with one explaining the other
Example
In the phrase 'my friend John,' the word 'John' is in apposition to 'my friend.'
'私の友人ジョン'というフレーズでは、'ジョン'という単語が'私の友人'とアポジションにあります。
C1 adjective /əˈbreɪsɪv/

abrasive

Meaning
harsh, rough, or capable of wearing down by rubbing
Example
His abrasive tone made everyone uncomfortable.
C1 adjective /ˈsɪnjuəs/

sinuous

曲がりくねった
Meaning
Having many curves, bends, or turns; winding.
Example
The hikers followed a sinuous path through the forest.
ハイカーたちは森を通る曲がりくねった道を進んだ。
A2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈɡriː/

disagree

異議を唱える
Meaning
to have a different opinion; to not agree
Example
I disagree with your assessment of the situation.
私はあなたの状況評価に同意しません。
C1 noun/verb /ɡæʃ/

gash

深い切り傷
Meaning
A long, deep cut or wound; to cut deeply or violently.
Example
He had a deep gash on his leg after the accident.
事故の後、彼の足には深い切り傷があった。
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

完全な; 絶対的な; 透明な; 非常に急な
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
それは私たちが場所を見つけた純粋な運だった。
B2 noun /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

justification

正当化
Meaning
a reason, explanation, or excuse that shows something is right or reasonable
Example
There is no justification for such rude behavior.
そのような失礼な行動には正当化の余地はない。
B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

感嘆
Meaning
A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.
Example
She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.
彼女はそのニュースを聞いて、喜びの感嘆を漏らしました。
B2 noun /buːθ/

booth

ブース
Meaning
a small enclosed space or area used for a specific purpose, such as voting or selling.
Example
He went into the voting booth to cast his ballot.
彼は投票ブースに入り、投票をしました。
C2 verb /ɪˈvɪsəˌreɪt/

eviscerate

臓器を取り除く、破壊する
Meaning
to remove the internal organs of; to deprive of essential content
Example
The critics eviscerated the movie for its weak storyline.
批評家たちはその映画の弱いストーリーラインに対して破壊しました。
B1 noun /ˈtreʒər/

Treasure

宝物
Meaning
a quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects; something of great worth or value
Example
The pirates buried their treasure on the island.
海賊たちは島に宝物を埋めました。
C2 adjective /ˈbaɪ.fərˌkeɪ.tɪd/

bifurcated

二つに分かれた
Meaning
Divided into two branches or parts.
Example
The river became bifurcated as it flowed around the island.
川は島の周りを流れる際に二つに分かれました。
B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

受益者
Meaning
a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy
Example
She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.
彼女は父親の遺産の唯一の受益者です。
B1 adjective, verb (past participle of wear) /wɔːrn/

worn

擦り切れた
Meaning
damaged, weakened, or deteriorated from use or age
Example
His shoes were old and worn.
彼の靴は古くて擦り切れていた。
B1 adverb /pɑːrˈtɪkjʊləli/

particularly

特に
Meaning
to a higher degree than is usual or expected
Example
She is particularly fond of Italian food.
彼女は特にイタリア料理が好きです。
C2 adjective /ˌmɛrəˈtrɪʃəs/

meretricious

虚偽的
Meaning
apparently attractive but having no real value or integrity.
Example
The design was flashy but meretricious.
デザインは華やかだったが、虚偽的だった。
B2 noun /ˈbɒtəni/

botany

植物学
Meaning
the scientific study of plants
Example
She is studying botany at the university.
彼女は大学で植物学を学んでいます。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.waɪf/

midwife

助産師
Meaning
A person, typically a woman, trained to assist women during childbirth.
Example
The midwife stayed with the mother throughout her labor.
助産師は出産中ずっと母親と一緒にいました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

防御的
Meaning
used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized
Example
He became defensive when criticized about his work.
彼は自分の仕事を批判されると防御的になった。
C2 verb /læmˈbeɪst/

lambaste

厳しく非難する
Meaning
to criticize someone or something harshly; to reprimand severely
Example
The teacher lambasted the students for not completing their homework.
教師は宿題をやらなかった学生を厳しく叱責しました。
C2 verb /ˈekspərˌɡeɪt/

expurgate

削除する
Meaning
To remove offensive or objectionable parts from a text or speech.
Example
The publisher decided to expurgate the novel before reprinting it.
出版社は再版前に小説を削除することにした。
C1 noun /ˌɪməˈrælɪti/

immorality

不道徳
Meaning
the quality of being immoral; behavior that violates accepted moral standards
Example
The community condemned the immorality of the corrupt officials.
地域社会は腐敗した役人の不道徳を非難した。
C2 adjective /ˈnɔɪ.səm/

Noisome

不快な臭い; 有害または不快な
Meaning
having an extremely offensive smell; harmful or unpleasant
Example
The noisome smell from the garbage made everyone cover their noses.
ゴミからの不快な臭いが、みんなを鼻を押さえさせました。
A2 noun /kraɪm/

crime

犯罪
Meaning
An illegal act punishable by law.
Example
The police are investigating the crime.
警察は犯罪を調査しています。
B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

送る
Meaning
to send off to a destination or for a purpose
Example
The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.
その会社は洪水の被害者に援助を発送しました。
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈdiːd/

Misdeed

悪行; 不正行為
Meaning
A wicked or illegal act; wrongdoing
Example
He regretted his past misdeeds and tried to make amends.
彼は過去の悪行を後悔し、償いをしようとしました。
A2 noun /bæˈleɪ/

ballet

バレエ
Meaning
a highly stylized and artistic form of dance
Example
She has trained for years in classical ballet.
彼女は何年もクラシックバレエを練習してきました。
B1 noun /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/

mathematics

数学
Meaning
the abstract science of number, quantity, and space; the study of numbers and their operations
Example
Mathematics helps us understand patterns in nature and the universe.
数学は私たちが自然界や宇宙のパターンを理解するのに役立ちます。
C2 noun /ˌɛpɪzəʊˈɒtɪk/

epizootic

動物伝染病
Meaning
An outbreak of disease affecting many animals of one kind at the same time.
Example
The farmer feared an epizootic might wipe out his cattle.
農家は、動物伝染病が彼の家畜を壊すかもしれないと恐れていました。
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。
C2 adjective /prəˈpɪʃəs/

propitious

好ましい
Meaning
giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable
Example
The sunny weather was a propitious start to the picnic.
晴れた天気はピクニックにとって好ましい始まりでした。
C1 noun /ˈprɒdɪdʒi/

prodigy

天才児
Meaning
a person, especially a young one, with exceptional talents or abilities
Example
Mozart was a child prodigy in music.
モーツァルトは音楽の天才児でした。
B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

落ち込んでいる
Meaning
Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.
Example
She felt depressed after losing her job.
彼女は仕事を失った後、落ち込んでいました。
A1 verb /neɪm/

name

名付ける
Meaning
to give a title or designation to someone or something
Example
They decided to name their baby Sarah.
彼らは赤ちゃんにサラという名前を付けることに決めました。
C2 noun /ɪnˈhɪərəns/

inherence

内在性
Meaning
The state of being an essential or permanent part of something.
Example
The inherence of risk is part of every business venture.
リスクの内在性はすべてのビジネス冒険の一部です。
C1 noun ˈfɜːr.vɚ

fervor

情熱または熱意
Meaning
Strong passion or enthusiasm for something.
Example
He spoke with great fervor about his vision for the company.
彼は会社のビジョンについて熱心に話しました。