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C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈskraɪbəbəl/

Indescribable

言葉では表現できない
Meaning
impossible to describe or express in words; beyond description
Example
The beauty of the sunset was indescribable.
夕日の美しさは言葉では表現できないほどでした。
C2 noun /maɪˈkrɑː.skə.pi/

microscopy

顕微鏡学
Meaning
The use of a microscope to observe small objects or organisms.
Example
Microscopy revealed the structure of the cells.
顕微鏡学は細胞の構造を明らかにしました。
B2 noun /ˈθiːsɪs/

thesis

テーシス
Meaning
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually for a degree at a university.
Example
She spent two years writing her doctoral thesis.
彼女は博士論文を書くのに2年を費やしました。
B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

セクシュアリティ
Meaning
a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation
Example
She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.
彼女は自分のセクシュアリティとアイデンティティについてオープンに話しました。
B2 noun /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/

sophomore

二年生
Meaning
a student in their second year of study at a university or high school
Example
He’s a sophomore in college, studying computer science.
彼は大学で2年生で、コンピュータサイエンスを勉強しています。
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。
C2 noun /ˌjuːzɜːrˈpeɪʃən/

usurpation

横領
Meaning
The act of taking someone's power or property illegally or by force.
Example
The general's usurpation of the presidency led to political unrest.
将軍の大統領職の横領は政治的混乱を引き起こした。
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。
A2 adverb /ˈnɔːməli/

Normally

通常
Meaning
in the usual way; under normal circumstances
Example
I normally wake up at 7 AM every day.
私は通常毎日午前7時に起きます。
B1 noun /læk/

Lack

不足; 欠如
Meaning
the state of being without or not having enough of something; absence or shortage
Example
The lack of rain this summer has caused serious problems for farmers.
この夏の雨不足が農家に深刻な問題を引き起こしました。
B1 adjective /kriˈeɪtɪv/

creative

創造的
Meaning
Having the ability to produce new and original ideas or things.
Example
She is very creative in her writing.
彼女は執筆において非常に創造的です。
B2 noun /ˈɪn.vɔɪs/

Invoice

請求書
Meaning
a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these
Example
The company sent an invoice for the office supplies delivered last week.
会社は先週配送されたオフィス用品の請求書を送付しました。
C1 verb /diːˈfjuːz/

defuse

Meaning
To make a situation less dangerous, tense, or explosive; to remove a fuse from a bomb.
Example
The negotiator helped defuse the tense situation.
A2 verb /kræʃ/

crash

幸せ
Meaning
To collide violently; to suddenly stop working (for machines or computers).
Example
The car crashed into the wall at high speed.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せなかった。
C2 verb /ˈmɔːrtɪfaɪ/

mortify

恥をかかせる
Meaning
to cause someone to feel great embarrassment or shame
Example
She was mortified when she tripped on stage.
彼女はステージでつまずいたとき、とても恥ずかしかった。
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。
A1 verb /bɪˈliːv/

believe

信じる
Meaning
to think that something is true; to have faith in
Example
I believe in hard work and dedication.
私は努力と献身を信じます。
C1 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl/

Unilateral

一方的
Meaning
one-sided; involving only one party
Example
The country made a unilateral decision to withdraw from the treaty.
その国は条約から撤退するという一方的な決定を下しました。
C2 noun /ˈwɑːmpəm/

wampum

貝殻のネックレス
Meaning
beads made by Native Americans from shells, used as money or decoration
Example
The tribe traded furs for wampum.
部族は毛皮と引き換えに貝殻のネックレスを取引した。
B1 noun /rɪˈkwɛst/

request

Meaning
a formal or polite demand for something
Example
She made a request for additional time to complete the project.
C2 noun /pruːd/

prude

過度に慎み深い人
Meaning
A person who is easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity; someone overly modest.
Example
He was called a prude for blushing at the movie scenes.
映画のシーンで顔を赤らめたため、彼はプルードと呼ばれました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈblʌʃɪŋ/

Unblushing

恥知らずな; 図々しい
Meaning
showing no shame or embarrassment; boldly shameless
Example
He told the unblushing lie without any hesitation.
彼はためらうことなく無恥な嘘をついた。
B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

デッキ / プラットフォーム
Meaning
A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.
Example
We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.
私たちはフェリーの上デッキから夕日を楽しみました。
A1 noun /haʊs/

house

Meaning
A building for people to live in, usually with rooms and a roof.
Example
They bought a new house in the city.
彼らは市内に新しい家を買いました。
C1 noun /əˈpreʃ.ən/

Oppression

抑圧; 虐待; 圧政;
Meaning
cruel or unjust treatment or exercise of authority; the state of being subject to harsh treatment
Example
The people fought against political oppression.
人々は政治的な抑圧に反対して戦った。
B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/

Provision

備蓄
Meaning
supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation
Example
The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.
政府は洪水時の緊急供給のために備蓄を行いました。
B2 noun /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/

disinfectant

消毒剤
Meaning
a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces
Example
The cleaner sprayed disinfectant on the table.
清掃員はテーブルに消毒剤を噴霧しました。
C2 verb /əˈsɪdɪfaɪ/

acidify

酸性化する
Meaning
to make something acidic or more acidic
Example
Farmers worry that pollution will acidify the soil.
農民たちは、汚染が土壌を酸性にすることを心配しています。
B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

粘り強さ
Meaning
the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Example
His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.
彼の粘り強さは最終的に報われ、仕事を得ることができました。
B2 noun /ɪɡˌzædʒ.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Exaggeration

誇張
Meaning
a statement that represents something as better or worse than it really is
Example
His story about the fish he caught was clearly an exaggeration.
彼が捕まえた魚についての話は明らかに誇張だった。
B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

証言する
Meaning
to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence
Example
She was called to testify in court about the accident.
彼女は事故について証言するために裁判所に呼ばれました。
B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

自律
Meaning
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
Example
Autonomy was a primary demand.
自律は主要な要求でした。
B2 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

首相 / 主要
Meaning
the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank
Example
The French premier addressed the nation.
フランスの首相が国民に演説を行った。
B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

イラクの
Meaning
relating to Iraq or its people
Example
The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.
イラクの文化は豊かで多様です。
B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

対戦相手; ライバル
Meaning
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another
Example
The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.
チェスのプレーヤーは最強の対戦相手を倒した。
A1 noun /ˈdɒktər/

doctor

医者
Meaning
A qualified medical professional who treats illnesses and injuries.
Example
The doctor prescribed medicine for the patient.
医者は患者に薬を処方しました。
C1 noun /sɪr/

seer

予言者
Meaning
A person who is supposed to be able to see what will happen in the future; a prophet.
Example
The seer predicted a great change in the kingdom.
予言者は王国の大きな変化を予測しました。
C1 noun /ˌmiːdɪˈeɪʃən/

mediation

仲裁
Meaning
Intervention between parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.
Example
The mediation helped resolve the conflict between the two teams.
その仲裁は二つのチーム間の対立を解決するのに役立ちました。
C2 adjective /ˌʌnsɛrəˈmoʊniəs/

unceremonious

儀式なし/無礼
Meaning
Done without formality or courtesy; abrupt or rude.
Example
He made an unceremonious exit from the party.
彼はパーティーから儀式なしで退出しました。
C2 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈvɜːrt/

controvert

反論する
Meaning
to dispute or argue against; to contradict
Example
The scientist controversed the previous research findings.
その科学者は以前の研究結果に異議を唱えました。
B1 noun /əˈdʒen.də/

Agenda

アジェンダ
Meaning
a list of items to be discussed at a meeting; a plan of action
Example
The meeting agenda includes budget discussions.
会議のアジェンダには予算の議論が含まれています。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɑːrkeɪˌɪzəm/

archaism

古語
Meaning
a word, expression, or style of language that is no longer in everyday use
Example
The poem is full of archaisms that give it an old-fashioned flavor.
その詩は古語で満たされており、それが古風な味わいを与えています。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːdɪd/

Excluded

除外された; 追放された
Meaning
not included; left out; barred from participation
Example
He felt excluded from the group activities and conversations.
彼はグループ活動や会話から除外されたと感じていた。
A2 noun /ˈtɜːrtl/

turtle

Meaning
A slow-moving reptile with a hard shell that lives in water or on land
Example
The turtle slowly crossed the sandy beach.
カメは砂浜をゆっくり横切った。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

incomplete

不完全
Meaning
Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.
Example
Her report was incomplete and needed further details.
彼女の報告は不完全で、詳細が必要でした。
B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

省庁
Meaning
A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration
Example
The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.
教育省は学校のための新しい政策を発表しました。
C2 verb /əˈɡræn.daɪz/

aggrandize

拡大する
Meaning
To increase the power, wealth, or importance of a person or entity.
Example
The politician tried to aggrandize himself through exaggerated claims.
政治家は誇張された主張を通じて自分を拡大しようとした。
B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

地平線
Meaning
The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.
Example
The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.
望遠鏡は天文学の新しい地平線を開きます。
A1 adjective /rɒŋ/

wrong

間違い
Meaning
not correct or true; mistaken
Example
It is wrong to cheat on a test.
テストでカンニングするのは間違いです。
C1 noun /ˈpraɪ.mər/ (US), /ˈprɪm.ər/ (UK)

primer

入門書, 下塗り
Meaning
A basic introductory book or a substance used to prepare a surface for painting.
Example
He read a primer on programming before starting his course.
彼はコースを始める前にプログラミングの入門書を読みました。
C2 noun /ˈhɛptəˌɡɒn/

heptagon

七角形
Meaning
A polygon with seven sides and seven angles.
Example
The math teacher drew a heptagon on the board.
数学の先生は黒板にヘプタゴンを描きました。
A2 noun /ˈkænsər/

cancer

がん
Meaning
A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue.
Example
Smoking is a leading cause of lung cancer.
喫煙は肺がんの主な原因です。
A1 noun /taɪm/

time

時間
Meaning
a measured or measurable period during which an action, process, or condition exists or continues
Example
I don’t have enough time to finish the project.
私はプロジェクトを終わらせるための十分な時間がありません。
C1 noun ˌhaɪ.pɚˈten.ʃən

hypertension

高血圧
Meaning
Abnormally high blood pressure.
Example
High sodium intake leads to hypertension.
高ナトリウム摂取は高血圧を引き起こします。
C2 noun /əˈplɒm/

aplomb

Meaning
Complete and confident self-assurance or poise.
Example
She handled the difficult questions with aplomb.
B2 verb /ʃʌv/

shove

押す
Meaning
to push someone or something roughly
Example
He shoved the box into the corner.
彼は箱を隅に押し込んだ。
C1 adjective /ˌpɜːrpənˈdɪkjələr/

perpendicular

垂直
Meaning
At an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface.
Example
The ladder was placed perpendicular to the ground for safety.
はしごは安全のために地面に対して垂直に配置されました。
B2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd/

Mustard

マスタード
Meaning
A pungent seed or condiment made from ground mustard seeds
Example
She added mustard seeds to the curry for extra flavor.
カレーに風味を加えるためにマスタードの種を加えました。
C1 noun /kwɔːrˈtɛt/

quartet

カルテット
Meaning
A group of four people playing music or singing together.
Example
The string quartet performed beautifully at the concert.
弦楽四重奏団はコンサートで素晴らしい演奏をしました。
A2 adverb /ˈnaʊədeɪz/

nowadays

最近
Meaning
At the present time; in contrast with the past.
Example
Nowadays, many people prefer shopping online.
最近、多くの人々がオンラインショッピングを好むようになった。
B2 noun /əˈtɒm.ɪk ˈhæb.ɪts/

atomic habits

アトミック・ハビッツ
Meaning
Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time
Example
Developing atomic habits leads to long-term success.
アトミック・ハビッツを育むことが長期的な成功に繋がる。
C1 noun /ˈflæn.əl/

Flannel

フランネル
Meaning
a soft woven fabric, typically made of wool or cotton and slightly milled and raised
Example
He wore a warm flannel shirt in winter.
彼は冬に暖かいフランネルシャツを着ていました。
B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

instruction

指示
Meaning
Detailed information telling how something should be done or operated.
Example
Please read the instruction carefully before using the machine.
機械を使用する前に指示をよく読んでください。
B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

連続的な; 連続した
Meaning
following one after the other in order; consecutive
Example
The team won three successive matches.
チームは三回連続して試合に勝ちました。
C2 adjective /ˈkɑːrpɪŋ/

carping

愚痴
Meaning
continually complaining or finding fault in a petty way
Example
His carping attitude makes teamwork difficult.
彼の愚痴っぽい態度はチームワークを難しくします。
C1 noun /ˌhaɪ.roʊˈɡlɪf.ɪks/

hieroglyphics

ヒエログリフ
Meaning
a system of writing using pictures or symbols, used especially by ancient Egyptians
Example
The tomb walls were covered with Egyptian hieroglyphics.
墓の壁にはエジプトのヒエログリフが刻まれていた。
C1 adjective /ˌeɪpəˈlɪtɪkəl/

apolitical

政治的でない
Meaning
not interested in or not connected with politics
Example
She prefers to stay apolitical and focus on her work.
彼女は政治的でない態度を保ち、仕事に集中することを好みます。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈflɔːrəl/

floral

花のような
Meaning
Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.
Example
She wore a beautiful floral dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーに美しい花のようなドレスを着ていった。
B2 noun /wɒsp/

Wasp

スズメバチ
Meaning
a flying insect with a yellow and black striped body and a painful sting
Example
The wasp stung me when I disturbed its nest.
私は巣を邪魔したとき、スズメバチに刺されました。
B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːsi/

juicy

ジューシー
Meaning
Full of juice; succulent; also used to describe something exciting or scandalous.
Example
The steak was so juicy that it melted in my mouth.
ステーキはとてもジューシーで、口の中で溶けました。
C1 verb /ˈfrɒlɪk/

frolic

楽しげに遊ぶ
Meaning
to play and move about cheerfully, energetically, or playfully
Example
The children frolicked in the garden all afternoon.
子供たちは午後中庭で楽しげに遊んでいました。
B1 verb /ɪnˈstɔːl/

install

インストールする
Meaning
To place or fix equipment or software so it is ready for use.
Example
He installed the new software on his computer.
彼はコンピュータに新しいソフトウェアをインストールしました。
A2 interjection /mˈhm/

mm-hmm

はい
Meaning
A sound used to express agreement or acknowledgment in conversation.
Example
‘Do you understand?’ ‘Mm-hmm.’
‘分かりますか?’ ‘はい.’
B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

心臓と血管に関連する
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
定期的な運動は心血管の健康を改善します。
C1 adjective /ˈsleɪ.vɪʃ/

slavish

奴隷のような
Meaning
showing no originality; completely imitative or overly submissive
Example
His slavish devotion to tradition prevented any innovation.
彼の伝統への奴隷のような献身が革新を阻んだ。
A2 verb /kəmˈpleɪn/

complain

不平を言う
Meaning
to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something
Example
He often complains about the noise in the neighborhood.
彼は近所の騒音についてよく不平を言います。
B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示; 合図
Meaning
a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint
Example
The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.
暗い雲は嵐がその地域に近づいていることを示す明確な指示でした。
A1 adverb /naʊ/

now

Meaning
at the present moment or time
Example
I am studying now.
私は今勉強しています。
B2 noun /meɪz/

Maize

トウモロコシ
Meaning
a tall cereal plant bearing large grains on a cob; corn
Example
Farmers in the region grow maize as their primary crop for both food and animal feed.
この地域の農家は、食料と動物の餌の両方としてトウモロコシを主要な作物として育てています。
A1 adverb /əˈweɪ/

Away

遠く
Meaning
to or at a distance; not present; absent
Example
He walked away from the noisy crowd.
彼は騒がしい群衆から離れました。
C2 adjective /stɛnˈtɔːriən/

stentorian

雷鳴のような
Meaning
Extremely loud and powerful in sound.
Example
The teacher’s stentorian voice quieted the noisy classroom.
教師の雷鳴のような声が騒々しい教室を静めた。
C2 noun /əbˈstɛtrɪks/

obstetrics

産科
Meaning
The branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of women giving birth.
Example
She is studying obstetrics to become a specialist in childbirth.
彼女は産科を学んで、出産専門医になろうとしている。
C1 noun /əˈkʌmplɪs/

accomplice

共犯者
Meaning
a person who helps another commit a crime
Example
The thief was arrested along with his accomplice.
泥棒は共犯者と一緒に逮捕されました。
C2 noun /ˈɡælvəˌnɪzəm/

galvanism

ガルバニズム
Meaning
Electricity produced by chemical action, especially in a battery; the therapeutic use of electricity in medicine.
Example
Galvanism played a key role in early experiments with electricity.
ガルバニズムは初期の電気実験で重要な役割を果たしました。
C2 noun /ˈhæbɪtənt/

habitant

住民
Meaning
An inhabitant; a person or animal that lives in a particular place.
Example
The habitants of the village were friendly and welcoming.
村の住民は親切で歓迎してくれました。
C2 adjective /ˈmʌsti/

musty

湿っぽい、カビ臭いまたは湿気のある匂い
Meaning
having a stale, moldy, or damp smell
Example
The old books had a musty odor.
古い本にはカビ臭い匂いがあった。
C1 adjective /ˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

cautionary

警告的な
Meaning
serving as a warning; intended to prevent problems or mistakes by giving advice or examples
Example
The report offers a cautionary message about unchecked spending.
その報告書は無計画な支出について警告的なメッセージを示している。
C1 verb /əˈtɛst/

attest

証明する
Meaning
To provide or serve as clear evidence of; to confirm or certify the truth of something.
Example
The witness attested to the accuracy of the report.
証人は報告書の正確さを証明しました。
C1 verb /ˈrɛlɪɡeɪt/

relegate

降格する
Meaning
to assign to a lower rank, position, or category
Example
The manager decided to relegate the player to the bench.
マネージャーは選手をベンチにレリゲートすることを決定しました。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpætəbl/

incompatible

互換性がない
Meaning
Not able to exist or work together without conflict.
Example
Their personalities were completely incompatible.
彼らの性格は完全に互換性がなかった。
A1 adverb /ˈmeɪbi/

maybe

たぶん
Meaning
used to express possibility or uncertainty
Example
Maybe we will go to the park tomorrow.
たぶん明日公園に行くでしょう。
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 noun /piːk/

Peak

頂上
Meaning
the highest point of a mountain or hill; the maximum level or intensity
Example
The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest.
登山者たちはエベレスト山の頂上に到達した。
B1 noun /trænzˈleɪtər/

translator

翻訳者
Meaning
a person or tool that converts words or text from one language into another
Example
The translator helped the tourists understand the guide.
翻訳者は観光客がガイドを理解するのを助けました。
C2 noun /ɪnˈtræn.sɪ.dʒəns/

intransigence

不屈
Meaning
Refusal to change one's views or to agree about something.
Example
The negotiations failed due to the intransigence of both parties.
両者の不屈の姿勢のために交渉は失敗した。
C2 adjective /ˈhed.i/

Heady

陶酔的
Meaning
having a strong or exhilarating effect; intoxicating; exciting
Example
The heady perfume of jasmine filled the garden.
ジャスミンの陶酔的な香りが庭に満ちていた。
A2 adjective /mɪkst/

mixed

混合された
Meaning
consisting of different elements or having varied opinions or feelings
Example
The audience had mixed reactions to the film.
観客は映画に対して混合した反応を示しました。
B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

不便
Meaning
trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone
Example
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.
遅延によって生じた不便についてお詫びします。
C2 noun /ˈɡæd.flaɪ/

gadfly

厄介な人
Meaning
A person who annoys or criticizes others to stimulate change or provoke action.
Example
The journalist was a gadfly, constantly questioning the government's policies.
そのジャーナリストは厄介な人で、政府の政策を常に疑問視していた。
C1 noun /ˈmɛm.breɪn/

membrane

Meaning
A thin layer of tissue or material that covers, separates, or connects structures.
Example
The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
細胞膜は物質の細胞内外の移動を制御します。
C2 verb /ˈstʌltɪfaɪ/

stultify

愚かに見せる、または効果や熱意を妨げる
Meaning
to make someone or something appear foolish, or to hinder effectiveness and enthusiasm
Example
The repetitive tasks seemed to stultify the workers' creativity.
繰り返しの仕事が労働者の創造性を鈍らせているようだった。
C2 verb /ˈbɜːrdʒən/

burgeon

急速に成長する
Meaning
To grow or develop rapidly; to flourish.
Example
The city's population began to burgeon after the new factory opened.
新しい工場が開設されてから、都市の人口は急速に増加し始めました。
C1 noun /ˈkɒnsəl/

consul

領事 / 大使
Meaning
an official appointed by a government to live in a foreign city and protect its citizens and interests there
Example
The consul assisted travelers who lost their passports.
領事は、パスポートを失った旅行者を助けました。
C1 noun /ˈsɪn.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

cynicism

シニシズム
Meaning
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.
Example
His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone.
彼のシニシズムは、誰かを信頼するのを難しくしていた。
C1 noun /ˈsɪtəˌdɛl/

citadel

要塞
Meaning
A fortress protecting or dominating a city.
Example
The ancient citadel stood guard over the town for centuries.
古代の要塞は何世代にもわたり町を守っていた。
A2 adjective /ˈloʊɪst/

lowest

最も低い
Meaning
Of the smallest amount, extent, or intensity; minimal.
Example
The unemployment rate is at its lowest in 15 years.
失業率は15年ぶりの最低水準です。
B1 adjective /rɪˈkwaɪəd/

required

必要な
Meaning
necessary or compulsory
Example
A visa is required to enter the country.
その国に入るにはビザが必要です。
C1 noun /əˈkuːstɪks/

acoustics

音響学
Meaning
the science of sound, or the properties of a space that affect how sound is heard
Example
The hall’s excellent acoustics made the orchestra sound rich and clear.
ホールの優れた音響学により、オーケストラの音が豊かで明確に聞こえました。
C1 noun ˈsɪmbəlɪzəm

symbolism

象徴主義
Meaning
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
Example
The use of symbolism in the novel is masterful.
小説でのシンボリズムの使い方は見事です。
B1 adjective /ˈɜːrbən/

urban

都市的な
Meaning
related to, characteristic of, or situated in a city or town
Example
Urban areas often have higher population density than rural areas.
都市部は、農村部よりも人口密度が高いことがよくあります。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstræv.ə.ɡənt/

Extravagant

豪華な
Meaning
spending much more than is necessary; wasteful; lacking restraint in spending
Example
His extravagant lifestyle included expensive cars and luxury vacations.
彼の豪華なライフスタイルは高価な車や豪華な休暇を含んでいました。
B2 verb /ˈbætər/

batter

繰り返し打つ
Meaning
To strike repeatedly with force.
Example
The waves battered the shoreline all night.
波が一晩中海岸を打ちました。
B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

食欲
Meaning
A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.
Example
Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.
ジャンクフードは食欲を不自然に増加させる。
B2 noun smɔːl ˈɛfərt

Small Effort

小さな努力
Meaning
Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.
Example
Small efforts can bring big changes in butterfly conservation.
小さな努力が蝶の保護に大きな変化をもたらすことができる。
C1 noun /ˈiːɡətɪst/

egotist

自己中心的な人
Meaning
A person who is excessively self-centered or talks too much about themselves.
Example
The egotist dominated the conversation by talking only about his own achievements.
その自己中心的な人は自分の成功だけについて話していた。
B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

デジタルフォーマット
Meaning
A format in which information is stored as electronic data.
Example
A digital format family tree can be shared online.
デジタルフォーマットの家系図はオンラインで共有できます。
C1 verb /praɪ/

pry

覗く / 口出しする
Meaning
to look closely into something; to try to find out private information
Example
She tried to pry into her neighbor’s private life.
彼女は隣人のプライベートな生活を覗こうとした。
B1 noun /kəʊst/

Coast

海岸
Meaning
the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land
Example
We drove along the coast to enjoy the view.
私たちは海岸沿いに車を走らせ、景色を楽しみました。
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。