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C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈtɜːrmənət/

indeterminate

不確定
Meaning
Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.
Example
The project was delayed for an indeterminate amount of time.
プロジェクトは不確定な期間に延期されました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʒʊəriəs/

injurious

有害な
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause harm or damage.
Example
Smoking is injurious to health.
喫煙は健康に有害です。
B2 verb /dɪsˈtɜːb/

disturb

邪魔する
Meaning
to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing
Example
Please don’t disturb me while I’m studying.
勉強している間に私を邪魔しないでください。
B1 noun, verb /ˈfəʊtəʊˌkɒpi/

photocopy

コピー
Meaning
a copy of a document made using a photocopying machine; to make such a copy
Example
Please photocopy these documents before the meeting.
会議の前にこれらの書類をコピーしてください。
C2 adjective /rəˈʃɛrʃ/

recherche

希少
Meaning
Rare, exotic, or obscure, often in a sophisticated or refined way.
Example
The gallery displayed many recherche artworks from unknown artists.
ギャラリーは、未知のアーティストによる多くの希少なアート作品を展示しました。
C1 verb /ˈdʒʌɡəl/

juggle

ジャグリングする
Meaning
To continuously toss and catch objects in the air; to manage many tasks at the same time.
Example
He tried to juggle work, studies, and family responsibilities.
彼は仕事、勉強、家族の責任を同時にこなそうとしました。
A2 noun /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.ʃən/

introduction

紹介
Meaning
the action of introducing something or someone; an opening or beginning part
Example
The professor gave a brief introduction before starting the lecture.
教授は講義を始める前に簡単なイントロダクションをしました。
C2 noun /ˈændaɪərn/

andiron

木材を支える金属製のスタンド
Meaning
a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs
Example
The logs rested on the andirons in the old fireplace.
古い暖炉のアンダイロンの上に木材が置かれていた。
A2 noun /pæn/

Pan

フライパン
Meaning
a wide, flat-bottomed cooking utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods
Example
Heat the oil in a large pan before adding the vegetables.
油を大きなフライパンで熱してから、野菜を加えます。
C2 noun /ˈræʃənəlɪzəm/

rationalism

合理主義
Meaning
a belief or theory that opinions and actions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than religious belief or emotion
Example
Rationalism emphasizes logic and reasoning over faith.
合理主義は信仰よりも論理と推論を強調します。
C1 noun /ˌpeɪ.li.ɒnˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/

paleontology

古生物学
Meaning
the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants
Example
She decided to study paleontology at university.
彼女は大学で古生物学を学ぶことに決めました。
C2 verb /lɪm/

limn

描写する / 表現する
Meaning
to depict or describe something vividly in words or art.
Example
The author limned the beauty of the countryside.
作者は田舎の美しさを生き生きと描写しました。
C1 verb /flɑp/

flop

失敗
Meaning
to fall or move heavily and clumsily; to fail completely
Example
The new movie flopped at the box office.
新しい映画は興行成績が振るわなかった。
C2 adjective /məˈnaɪəkəl/

maniacal

狂気の
Meaning
behaving like a maniac; showing excessive enthusiasm or madness
Example
He gave a maniacal laugh during the movie.
彼は映画の間に狂気の笑い声を上げた。
B2 noun /ˈmɪks.tʃər/

Mixture

混合物
Meaning
a combination of different substances or elements
Example
The cake batter is a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk.
ケーキの生地は小麦粉、卵、牛乳の混合物です。
A1 noun /ˈɛər.pɔːrt/

airport

空港
Meaning
A place where airplanes take off and land, with buildings for passengers and cargo.
Example
We arrived at the airport two hours before the flight.
私たちはフライトの2時間前に空港に到着しました。
C2 adjective /ˌen.zɪˈmæt.ɪk/

enzymatic

酵素に関連する
Meaning
Relating to or involving enzymes, which are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions in living organisms.
Example
Enzymatic reactions regulate metabolism in the human body.
酵素反応は人間の体内で代謝を調節します。
B2 noun /ˈɛntəti/

entity

実体
Meaning
something that exists as a single and complete unit; an organization or being
Example
The new company will operate as a separate legal entity.
新しい会社は別個の法的実体として運営されます。
C1 noun /ˌɛtɪˈmɒlədʒi/

etymology

語源学
Meaning
The study of the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have evolved.
Example
The etymology of the word 'salary' comes from the Latin word for salt.
'給与'という言葉の語源は、ラテン語の塩を意味する言葉から来ています。
C2 verb /kənˈdjuːs/

conduce

貢献する
Meaning
To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.
Example
Regular exercise conduces to better health.
定期的な運動は健康に役立ちます。
C2 noun /kɒŋk/

Conch

貝殻
Meaning
a large sea shell that can be used as a horn; the marine mollusk that lives in such a shell
Example
The fisherman blew the conch shell to signal the end of the day.
漁師は一日の終わりを知らせるために貝殻を吹いた。
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。
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈmiːdiəbl̩/

irremediable

修復不可能
Meaning
Impossible to cure, repair, or remedy.
Example
The damage to the ancient manuscript was irremediable.
古代の写本への損傷は修復不可能でした。
A1 noun /ˈeɪprɪl/

april

4月
Meaning
the fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
April is known for its pleasant spring weather.
4月は心地よい春の天気で知られています。
C1 verb /dɪsˈhɑːrtn/

dishearten

落胆させる
Meaning
to cause someone to lose determination or confidence; to discourage
Example
The constant rejection letters began to dishearten the young writer.
継続的な拒否の手紙が若い作家を落胆させ始めた。
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。
C1 noun /ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks/

pediatrics

小児科
Meaning
the branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of children
Example
She decided to specialize in pediatrics after medical school.
彼女は医科大学を卒業後、小児科を専門にすることに決めました。
C1 adjective /ˈhɑːrdi/

hardy

頑丈, 強健
Meaning
Strong, robust, and capable of enduring difficult conditions.
Example
Hardy plants can survive the harsh winter.
頑丈な植物は厳しい冬を生き抜くことができます。
C1 adjective /rɪˈper.ə.bəl/

Repairable

修理可能
Meaning
able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired
Example
The broken phone is repairable with the right parts.
壊れた電話は正しい部品で修理可能です。
C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

修正
Meaning
The action of making partial or minor changes to something.
Example
DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.
DNAの修正により作物の特性が向上します。
B1 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

determined

決心した
Meaning
Having firmly decided to do something and not letting anything stop you.
Example
She was determined to finish her studies despite many obstacles.
多くの障害があったにもかかわらず、彼女は学業を終わらせる決心をしていた。
B1 noun ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃənz

recommendations

推薦
Meaning
Suggestions or proposals as to the best course of action.
Example
The commission submitted their recommendations.
委員会はその推薦を提出しました。
B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

思い出す
Meaning
to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind
Example
I can't recall the last time we met.
最後に会った時のことを思い出せません。
C2 noun /ˈfrɛʃɪt/

freshet

突然の川の氾濫
Meaning
A sudden overflow of a stream or river caused by heavy rain or melting snow.
Example
After the storm, the river turned into a raging freshet.
嵐の後、川は激しいフレシェットに変わった。
C2 noun /draɪd roʊz ˈpɛtəlz/

Dried Rose Petals

乾燥ローズの花びら
Meaning
dehydrated petals from roses used for culinary and aromatic purposes
Example
The dessert was garnished with dried rose petals.
デザートは乾燥ローズの花びらで飾られていました。
B1 noun /ˈblen.dər/

Blender

ブレンダー
Meaning
an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids
Example
She used the blender to make a delicious smoothie.
彼女は美味しいスムージーを作るためにブレンダーを使いました。
A2 verb /wɔːrm/

Warm

温める
Meaning
to make or become warm; to heat something gently
Example
The sun warms the earth during the day.
太陽は昼間に地球を温める。
C2 adjective /rɪˈfɛrəbəl/

referable

参照可能な
Meaning
able to be related or directed to something
Example
The issue is referable to the new policy changes.
その問題は新しい政策変更に関連付けることができます。
C1 verb /ˈruː.mɪ.neɪt/

ruminate

思索する, 反芻する
Meaning
to think deeply about something; to chew cud (for animals)
Example
She sat alone to ruminate on her decision.
彼女は自分の決断について一人で思索していた。
C1 noun /ˌpriːməˈnɪʃən/ or /ˌprɛm-/

premonition

予感
Meaning
a strong feeling that something is about to happen, often something negative
Example
She had a premonition of danger before the trip.
旅行前に危険の予感があった。
C2 adjective /kænˈtæŋ.kər.əs/

cantankerous

気難しい
Meaning
Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative.
Example
The cantankerous old man complained about everything.
その気難しい老人は何にでも不満を言った。
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。
B2 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/

Landlord

家主
Meaning
a man who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a male property owner
Example
The landlord agreed to fix the broken heating system before winter arrived.
家主は冬が来る前に壊れた暖房システムを修理することに同意しました。
C2 noun /ˌnɛɡlɪˈʒeɪ/

negligee

軽いシルクの寝間着
Meaning
A woman's light dressing gown, often made of thin or silky material.
Example
She wore a silk negligee before going to bed.
彼女は寝る前にシルクのネグリジェを着ていました。
B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒ガス
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
産業からの有毒ガスは大気汚染に貢献しています。
B2 adjective /ˈsɒl.ɪ.ter.i/

Solitary

孤独; 孤立; 一人
Meaning
alone; without companions; single; isolated
Example
He lived a solitary life in the mountains.
彼は山中で孤独な生活を送っていました。
B2 noun /prɒp/

prop

小道具
Meaning
an object used on stage by actors during a performance; something that supports or holds up
Example
The actor forgot his prop on stage.
俳優はステージで小道具を忘れた。
C1 noun /ˌsæl.ɪ.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

salinization

塩分増加
Meaning
The process of increasing salt content in soil.
Example
Excessive irrigation can cause salinization of farmland.
過剰な灌漑は農地の塩分増加を引き起こす可能性があります。
A1 noun, verb /ˈiː.meɪl/

e-mail

電子メール
Meaning
messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to another
Example
I sent an e-mail to my professor yesterday.
私は昨日、教授に電子メールを送りました。
B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

酸
Meaning
a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste
Example
Lemons contain citric acid.
レモンにはクエン酸が含まれています。
A1 adjective /bluː/

Blue

青
Meaning
having the color of the clear sky or the sea
Example
The blue ocean stretched endlessly to the horizon.
青い海は地平線まで果てしなく広がっていた。
C2 verb /bɪˈsmɜːrtʃ/

besmirch

汚す
Meaning
to damage someone's reputation; to make dirty or stained
Example
He tried to besmirch her good name with false rumors.
彼は虚偽の噂で彼女の良い名前を汚そうとした。
C1 noun /baʊt/

Bout

試合; ラウンド; 時期;
Meaning
a short period of intense activity of a specified kind; a wrestling or boxing match
Example
After a bout of illness, she finally recovered and returned to work.
病気の一段落後、彼女はついに回復し、仕事に戻りました。
C1 noun /mɪˈtrɒp.ə.lɪs/

Metropolis

大都市
Meaning
A very large city, especially the main city of a country or region
Example
New York is a bustling metropolis with millions of residents.
ニューヨークは数百万の住民が住む賑やかな大都市です。
A1 noun /bed/

Bed

ベッド
Meaning
a piece of furniture for sleep or rest, typically a framework with a mattress
Example
She made her bed every morning before going to work.
彼女は毎朝仕事に行く前にベッドを整えます。
C1 adjective /pɪˈkjuːniˌɛri/

pecuniary

財政的な
Meaning
relating to money or financial matters
Example
They faced pecuniary difficulties after the business failed.
彼らはビジネスが失敗した後、財政的な困難に直面しました。
C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

Easy-chair

リクライニングチェア
Meaning
a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines
Example
He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.
彼は仕事の後、お気に入りのイージーチェアでくつろいだ。
C1 noun /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/

aptitude

適性
Meaning
a natural ability or talent to do something well
Example
She has a strong aptitude for learning new languages.
彼女は新しい言語を学ぶのに強い適性を持っています。
C1 noun /ˈlaɪm.laɪt/

Limelight

公衆の注目の中心; ライムのシリンダーを加熱して発生する明るい光
Meaning
the focus of public attention; a bright light produced by heating a cylinder of lime
Example
The celebrity enjoyed being in the limelight.
有名人はスポットライトの中で楽しんでいました。
C1 noun /ˈmɛm.breɪn/

membrane

膜
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。
C1 verb /dɪˈspɛns/

dispense

配布する
Meaning
To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.
Example
The machine dispenses clean drinking water.
その機械は清潔な飲料水を供給します。
B1 noun /leɪn/

lane

小道
Meaning
a narrow road or path, often in the countryside or for specific traffic
Example
They walked down a quiet country lane.
彼らは静かな田舎道を歩いていました。
B1 verb /səˈraʊnd/

surround

囲む
Meaning
To be all around someone or something.
Example
Mountains surround the small village.
山々が小さな村を囲んでいます。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈprɒmp.tjuː/

impromptu

即興
Meaning
Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed; spontaneous.
Example
He gave an impromptu speech at the event.
彼はイベントで即興のスピーチを行いました。
A2 verb /ˈɑːrɡjuː/

argue

議論する
Meaning
to have a disagreement; to present reasons for or against
Example
They often argue about politics.
彼らはよく政治について議論します。
B2 noun /ˈbæŋ.ɡəl/

Bangle

バングル
Meaning
a rigid bracelet or anklet worn as jewelry
Example
She wore beautiful gold bangles on her wrists.
彼女は腕に美しい金のバングルを着けていた。
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

控えめな; 内向的な
Meaning
slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner
Example
She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.
彼女はかなり控えめで、会議ではあまり話しません。
B1 noun ˌkɒnsənˈtreɪʃən

concentration

集中
Meaning
The action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
Concentration is key to mastering any skill.
集中はどんなスキルでも習得するための鍵です。
C2 verb /ˈɑːskjʊleɪt/

osculate

キスする
Meaning
To kiss.
Example
They osculated under the mistletoe during the party.
彼らはパーティーの時にヤドリギの下でキスをしました。
C2 noun /sɪˈnɛrəsɪs/

syneresis

シネレシス
Meaning
The contraction of two adjacent vowels into a single syllable or the separation of liquid from a gel.
Example
The yogurt showed syneresis when liquid separated on top.
ヨーグルトは液体が上に分離するとシネレシスを示しました。
B1 noun /kruː/

crew

乗組員
Meaning
A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or project.
Example
The ship's crew worked tirelessly during the storm.
船のクルーは嵐の間、休むことなく働いた。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkʌltʃəd/

Uncultured

無教養な; 教養のない
Meaning
lacking good manners, refinement, or education; uncivilized
Example
His uncultured behavior embarrassed everyone at the dinner party.
彼の無教養な行動はディナーパーティーでみんなを困らせた。
C1 adjective ˈsek.tər spəˈsɪf.ɪk

sector-specific

業界特定
Meaning
Relating to or designed for a particular sector or industry.
Example
Sector-specific policies attract targeted investments.
業界特定の政策はターゲット投資を引き付けます。
B2 adjective /hɪˈstɛrɪkəl/

hysterical

非常に面白い、または感情的に制御不能
Meaning
Extremely funny or uncontrollably emotional.
Example
The comedian's jokes were absolutely hysterical.
そのコメディアンのジョークはまさに爆笑ものだった。
B2 noun /leɪs/

Lace

レース
Meaning
a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening
Example
She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns.
彼女は複雑なレース模様で飾られた美しいドレスを着ていた。
B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

Meaning
to arrange or organize into categories or groups
Example
The librarian classified the books by subject.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkɒntrəˈvɜːtəbl/

incontrovertible

論争の余地がない
Meaning
impossible to deny or dispute; unquestionable
Example
The evidence was incontrovertible and proved his innocence.
その証拠は論争の余地がなく、彼の無罪を証明しました。
C2 noun ˌkɒdʒɪˈteɪʃən

cogitation

熟考, 思索
Meaning
The action of thinking deeply about something; contemplation
Example
After much cogitation, he made the final decision.
熟考の末、彼は最終的な決定を下しました。
B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

遺物
Meaning
objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance
Example
Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.
考古学者たちは遺跡で貴重な遺物を発見しました。
B1 verb /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/

indicate

示す
Meaning
to point out; to show or suggest; to be a sign of
Example
The red light indicates that you should stop.
赤い信号は停止すべきことを示しています。
C2 adjective /ˈpɔːntʃi/

paunchy

ぽっこりお腹
Meaning
Having a large or protruding belly.
Example
The paunchy man struggled to button his shirt.
ぽっこりお腹の男はシャツのボタンを留めるのに苦労していた。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpjuː.t̬ɪd/

Reputed

評判の良い; 有名な
Meaning
generally said or believed to be; having a particular reputation
Example
He is reputed to be one of the best doctors in the country.
彼はその国で最高の医者の一人と見なされています。
C1 verb /ˈfʌmbəl/

fumble

不器用にする
Meaning
to handle something clumsily or to make mistakes while doing something
Example
He fumbled with the keys and dropped them on the floor.
彼は鍵で手間取って、それらを床に落としました。
C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪ.tɪd/

superannuated

時代遅れの
Meaning
old and no longer useful or valid; retired due to age
Example
The factory was filled with superannuated machines that slowed production.
工場には生産を遅くする時代遅れの機械が満載でした。
C2 noun /spjuːm/

spume

泡
Meaning
Froth or foam, especially found on waves or liquids.
Example
The waves crashed against the rocks, leaving spume in the air.
波が岩にぶつかり、空気中に泡を残した。
C2 noun /prəˈpɪŋkwɪti/

propinquity

近接
Meaning
the state of being close to someone or something; proximity
Example
The propinquity of their houses made them close friends.
彼らの家の近接は、彼らを親しい友人にした。
C1 adjective /ˌɪlɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/

illegitimate

不正
Meaning
Not authorized by law, rules, or standards; not recognized as valid.
Example
The court ruled the contract to be illegitimate.
裁判所は契約が不正であると判断しました。
C1 adjective /ˈlɔː.fəl/

Lawful

合法的; 正当な; 有効; 公正;
Meaning
legal; legitimate; valid; just
Example
The judge confirmed that their actions were lawful and proper.
裁判官は彼らの行動が合法で適切であることを確認しました。
C1 verb /blæntʃ/

blanch

青ざめる
Meaning
to turn pale from shock, fear, or to briefly boil food to remove skin or prepare it
Example
She blanched at the sight of blood.
彼女は血を見て顔色が青ざめた。
B1 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪd/

selected

選ばれた
Meaning
carefully chosen from a group for a particular purpose
Example
He was one of the selected candidates for the scholarship.
彼は奨学金のために選ばれた候補者の一人でした。
A1 noun /dɛsk/

desk

机
Meaning
a piece of furniture with a flat surface used for writing or working
Example
The books are on the desk.
本は机の上にあります。
B2 verb /flɪk/

flick

素早く叩く
Meaning
to move or cause to move with a sudden quick motion
Example
He flicked the switch to turn on the light.
彼はライトをつけるためにスイッチをフリックしました。
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。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnhɒˈspɪtəbl/

inhospitable

住みにくい
Meaning
Harsh and difficult to live in; unfriendly or unwelcoming to guests.
Example
The desert is an inhospitable environment for most plants.
砂漠はほとんどの植物にとって住みにくい環境です。
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

何かを始める人または物; 食事の最初の料理
Meaning
a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal
Example
The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.
食事のスターターは新鮮なサラダでした。
C1 adjective /ˈdʒuː.bɪ.lənt/

jubilant

歓喜
Meaning
feeling or expressing great happiness and joy
Example
The team was jubilant after winning the championship.
チームはチャンピオンシップを勝ち取った後、歓喜していました。
C2 adjective/noun /fɪˈduː.ʃi.er.i/

fiduciary

信託の
Meaning
Involving trust, especially with regard to the relationship between a trustee and a beneficiary.
Example
Banks have fiduciary duties towards their clients.
銀行は顧客に対して信託義務を負っています。
C1 noun /truːs/

truce

休戦
Meaning
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
Example
The two countries agreed to a truce after weeks of intense fighting.
二国は数週間にわたる激しい戦闘の後、休戦に合意しました。
C2 noun /neɪv/

Knave

不正直な人；トランプのジャック
Meaning
a dishonest person, especially a man; a playing card with a picture of a male servant
Example
The knave tried to cheat the old woman out of her savings.
その悪党は年老いた女性をだまして、貯金を奪おうとした。
C1 noun /ɪnˌkɑːsəˈreɪʃən/

incarceration

投獄
Meaning
the state of being imprisoned or confined
Example
The criminal faced years of incarceration for his crimes.
犯人はその犯罪のために長年の投獄を受けた。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.əl.mæn/

Middleman

仲介者
Meaning
A person who acts as an intermediary between two parties in a business transaction
Example
They decided to cut out the middleman and sell directly to customers.
彼らは仲介者を排除し、直接顧客に販売することに決めました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfɪt/

Unfit

不適格; 不適当;
Meaning
not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate
Example
He was declared unfit for military service due to his poor health.
彼は健康状態が悪いため、軍務には不適格と宣告されました。
C2 adjective /ˈnjuːbaɪl/

nubile

未婚女性
Meaning
of a young woman, sexually mature and suitable for marriage
Example
The village was celebrating the festival with its nubile maidens dancing.
村はその未婚女性たちが踊る祭りを祝っていました。
C1 verb /sɪˈdjuːs/

seduce

Meaning
to attract someone into doing something, especially something they might not normally do
Example
The advertisement was designed to seduce customers into buying luxury products.
C2 adjective /ˈdoʊlfəl/

Doleful

悲しげな; 哀れな;
Meaning
sorrowful; mournful; expressing grief or sadness
Example
She gave him a doleful look when he left.
彼が去ったとき、彼女は悲しげな表情を彼に向けた。
C1 verb /ˈfɜːr.tɪ.laɪz/

fertilize

肥料を施す
Meaning
to make soil or land more fertile by adding substances
Example
Farmers fertilize the fields to increase crop yield.
農家は作物の収穫量を増やすために畑に肥料を施す。
C2 noun /ɪkˈskrɛsəns/

excrescence

異常な成長
Meaning
An abnormal outgrowth or lump, often considered unattractive.
Example
The building was considered an excrescence on the landscape.
その建物は風景の中で異常な成長と見なされました。
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

恥ずかしい; 不名誉な; 恥ずかしい
Meaning
causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing
Example
His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.
彼の恥ずかしい行動は家族全員を困惑させました。
C1 adjective /skænt/

Scant

わずかな
Meaning
barely sufficient; inadequate; small in amount
Example
There was scant evidence to support his claim.
彼の主張を支持する証拠はほとんどなかった。
A2 adjective, noun /tʃaɪˈniːz/

chinese

中国の
Meaning
relating to China, its people, or its language
Example
We went to a Chinese restaurant last night.
昨晩、私たちは中国のレストランに行きました。
C1 verb /diːm/

deem

みなす, 判断する
Meaning
to regard or consider in a specified way
Example
The project was deemed a success by the board.
そのプロジェクトは理事会によって成功だと見なされました。
A2 noun /brʌʃ/

Brush

ブラシ
Meaning
a tool with bristles used for cleaning, painting, or grooming
Example
I brush my teeth every morning with a soft brush.
私は毎朝柔らかいブラシで歯を磨きます。
A2 noun /ˈneɪbər/

neighbor

隣人
Meaning
a person living next door or nearby
Example
My neighbor lent me some sugar when I ran out.
私の隣人は私が砂糖がなくなった時、砂糖を貸してくれました。
C1 verb /ˈflɪk.ər/

flicker

ちらつく
Meaning
to shine unsteadily or waver between light and dark
Example
The candle flickered in the wind.
ろうそくが風でちらついていた。
C1 noun ˌsæn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

sanitization

衛生管理
Meaning
The process of cleaning and disinfecting to eliminate germs and bacteria.
Example
Regular sanitization keeps appliances germ-free.
定期的な衛生管理により、機器が無菌状態に保たれます。
B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

開始する
Meaning
to begin or start something
Example
The ceremony will commence at noon.
式は正午に開始されます。
B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪd/

Unexpected

予想外の; 驚くべき
Meaning
not expected or anticipated; surprising
Example
The unexpected news left everyone speechless.
予想外のニュースは、皆を言葉を失わせた。
B2 noun /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

formation

形成
Meaning
the action of forming or process of being formed
Example
The formation of the new company took several months.
新しい会社の形成には数ヶ月かかりました。
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

先祖
Meaning
A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.
Example
The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.
家族の木はすべての先祖の名前を示しています。
B1 adjective /ˈfəʊkəst/

focused

集中
Meaning
Directing a great deal of attention or effort toward a particular activity, situation, or person.
Example
Staying focused during work hours enhances productivity.
勤務時間中に集中することで生産性が向上します。