B2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/

inject

注射する

Meaning

To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.

Example

The nurse will inject the vaccine into the patient's arm.

看護師は患者の腕にワクチンを注射します。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

implicit

暗黙の

Meaning

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

Example

Her trust in him was implicit.

彼女の彼に対する信頼は暗黙のものでした。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Informative

有益な

Meaning

giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive

Example

The documentary was very informative and educational.

そのドキュメンタリーはとても有益で教育的でした。

B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

インチ / ゆっくり動く

Meaning

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

Example

She inched closer to the edge of the stage.

彼女はステージの端にゆっくり近づいた。

B2 noun ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti

immunity

免疫力

Meaning

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies.

Example

A strong immunity protects against infections.

強い免疫力は感染症から守ります。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

命令形

Meaning

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

Example

It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.

気候危機に直ちに対処することがインペラティブです。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

indulge

楽しむ

Meaning

to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively

Example

He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.

彼はディナーの後でチョコレートケーキの一切れを楽しんだ。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不十分

Meaning

Not sufficient or good enough.

Example

The funding was inadequate to complete the project.

プロジェクトを完成させるには資金が不十分でした。

B2 verb /ɪmˈplaɪ/

imply

暗示する

Meaning

To suggest something without directly stating it.

Example

Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset.

彼女の口調は、彼女が怒っていることを示唆しているようでした。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɜːrprət/

interpret

Meaning

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

Example

She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.

B2 verb ɪnˈvɛst.ɪŋ

investing

投資

Meaning

The act of putting money into financial schemes, shares, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit.

Example

Investing in stocks can generate long-term wealth.

株式投資は長期的な富を生むことができます。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摂取

Meaning

the process of taking something in, especially food or drink

Example

He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.

彼は健康的な食事を維持するために毎日のカロリー摂取量を監視しました。

B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

忍耐力不足

Meaning

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

Example

His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.

会議が長引くにつれて、彼の忍耐力不足が増しました。

B2 verb /ɪtʃ/

itch

かゆみ

Meaning

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

Example

My skin itches from the mosquito bites.

蚊に刺されて肌がかゆいです。

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。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

狂気

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

崖から飛び降りる考えは狂気のように思えた。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

見えない

Meaning

unable to be seen; not visible to the eye

Example

The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.

細菌は顕微鏡なしでは見えません。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

包括的

Meaning

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

Example

Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.

包括的な成長は、社会のすべての層に利益をもたらします。

B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

インフラストラクチャー

Meaning

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Example

Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.

デジタルインフラストラクチャーは将来の進歩にとって不可欠です。

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

間接的に

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

その政策は中小企業に間接的に影響した。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

統合された

Meaning

Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.

Example

Integrated systems optimize efficiency.

統合されたシステムは効率を最適化します。

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

不安感

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

彼女の不安感は彼女に自分の能力を疑わせた。

B2 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

模倣; コピー; レプリカ

Meaning

the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original

Example

His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.

彼の有名な俳優のイミテーションはとても上手で、みんなが笑い出しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

産業革命

Meaning

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

産業革命は生産プロセスにおける変化を示しました。

B2 verb /ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪt/

irritate

イライラさせる

Meaning

To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.

Example

Rubbing your eyes can irritate them.

目をこすると、それが刺激になることがあります。

B2 noun /ˈaɪrəni/

irony

皮肉

Meaning

a situation that is strange or amusing because it is the opposite of what is expected; the use of words to convey the opposite meaning

Example

The irony of the situation was that the winner forgot his own prize.

その状況の皮肉は、勝者が自分の賞を忘れたことでした。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

無神経な

Meaning

Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.

Example

His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.

彼の無神経なコメントは彼女を深く傷つけました。

B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻想

Meaning

a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief

Example

The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.

魔術師は壮観な幻想を作り、象が消えるように見えました。

B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

実行

Meaning

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.

Example

Proper implementation of policies is crucial.

方針の適切な実行は重要です。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

無礼に

Meaning

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

Example

He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.

丁寧なサービスにもかかわらず、彼は無礼にウェイターに話した。

B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

検査する

Meaning

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

Example

The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.

エンジニアは建物の構造的な損傷を検査します。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriət/

inappropriate

不適切

Meaning

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

Example

It was inappropriate to talk loudly in the library.

図書館で大声で話すのは不適切でした。

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 /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Illiterate

識字障害者; 読み書きができない; 無知

Meaning

unable to read or write; lacking education

Example

The program aims to help illiterate adults learn to read and write.

このプログラムは、識字率の低い成人が読み書きを学ぶ手助けをすることを目的としています。

B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

保険をかける

Meaning

to provide insurance; to make certain

Example

I need to insure my new car.

私は新しい車を保険に入れる必要があります。

B2 verb /ɪnˈfɜːr/

infer

Meaning

to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements

Example

From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.

B2 adjective /ɪsˈlɑːmɪk/

islamic

イスラームの

Meaning

relating to Islam, its followers, or its teachings

Example

The city has many Islamic cultural centers.

その都市には多くのイスラーム文化センターがあります。

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。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

意図

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

彼女の意図はコミュニティの教育の質を向上させることでした。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkluːʒən/

inclusion

インクルージョン

Meaning

the action or state of including or being included within a group or structure

Example

Diversity and inclusion are key values in modern workplaces.

多様性とインクルージョンは現代の職場における重要な価値観です。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

不適切な; 不正確な; 不適当な

Meaning

inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable

Example

It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.

ビジネス会議で個人的な事柄を議論するのは不適切です。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

インターフェイス

Meaning

a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact

Example

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.

ユーザーインターフェイスは直感的で使いやすく設計されています。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɜː.prə.tər/

Interpreter

通訳者; 翻訳者;

Meaning

a person who translates orally from one language into another; someone who explains meaning

Example

The international conference hired professional interpreters to translate speeches in real time.

国際会議は、スピーチをリアルタイムで翻訳するためにプロの通訳者を雇いました。

B2 verb aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪd

identified

特定された

Meaning

To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.

Example

The root causes of the issue need to be identified.

問題の根本的な原因は特定される必要があります。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfekʃəs/

infectious

感染性のある; 伝染する

Meaning

capable of causing infection or disease; spreading easily from one person to another; able to spread feelings or attitudes such as enthusiasm

Example

Her infectious laughter made everyone in the room smile.

彼女の感染力のある笑い声は皆を笑顔にした。

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。

B2 noun ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən

installation

インストール

Meaning

The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed.

Example

The installation of the submarine cable is almost complete.

海底ケーブルのインストールはほぼ完了しています。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

強化する

Meaning

To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.

Example

The storm is expected to intensify overnight.

嵐は夜通し強くなると予想されています。

B2 adjective /ˈɪn.tɪ.mət/

Intimate

親密な; 個人的な; 詳細な知識

Meaning

close in friendship; private and personal; detailed knowledge

Example

They have an intimate friendship that has lasted for decades.

彼らは何十年にもわたる親密な友情を持っています。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

無責任

Meaning

lacking a sense of responsibility; careless

Example

It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.

彼が誰にも言わずに去ったのは無責任だった。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

未熟; 完全に発達していない; 子供っぽい

Meaning

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

Example

His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.

会議中の彼の未熟な行動は、皆を失望させました。

B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

アイコン, 象徴

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.

Example

The singer became a cultural icon.

その歌手は文化的なアイコンとなった。

B2 verb /ɪnˈherɪt/

inherit

相続する

Meaning

to receive money, property, or characteristics from someone when they die; to acquire from predecessors

Example

She inherited her grandmother's house.

彼女は祖母の家を相続しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˌtɜːrprəˈteɪʃən/

interpretation

解釈

Meaning

the action of explaining the meaning of something

Example

The teacher gave her own interpretation of the poem.

教師は詩の自分の解釈を示しました。

B2 noun ˈɪnəveɪtɪv tuːlz

innovative tools

革新的なツール

Meaning

Creative devices or advanced technologies that introduce new methods or approaches to accomplish tasks.

Example

Teachers use innovative tools to enhance classroom learning.

教師は教室での学習を向上させるために革新的なツールを使用します。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

劣等

Meaning

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

Example

This material is inferior to the one we used before.

この素材は以前使ったものより劣っています。

B2 noun /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

interruption

中断

Meaning

the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action

Example

The meeting was delayed due to an unexpected interruption.

予期しない中断のため会議は遅れた。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnfluˈenʃəl/

Influential

影響力のある; 強力な

Meaning

having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive

Example

She is an influential leader in the community.

彼女はコミュニティの中で影響力のあるリーダーです。

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

皮肉な、風刺的な

Meaning

happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic

Example

It is ironic that the fire station burned down.

消防署が焼けるのは皮肉です。

B2 verb /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

integrate

統合する

Meaning

To combine or bring together into a unified whole.

Example

The new system integrates data from multiple sources.

新しいシステムは複数のソースからデータを統合します。

B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

指示する

Meaning

to teach; to give directions

Example

The teacher instructed the students carefully.

先生は生徒に注意深く指示しました。

B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

バカ

Meaning

a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish

Example

He acted like an idiot at the party last night.

彼は昨晩のパーティーでイディオットのように振る舞った。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

重要な方法で

Meaning

in a way that is of great significance or value

Example

Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.

重要な方法で、報告書は即時の行動の必要性を強調しました。

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 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

Inconvenient

不便な; 面倒な; 困難な

Meaning

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

Example

The broken elevator made it inconvenient to reach the top floor.

壊れたエレベーターは、最上階に到達するのを不便にしました。

B2 noun ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

不正義

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Example

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

物語は一般の人々が直面する不正義を描いています。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

課す

Meaning

to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority

Example

The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.

政府は高級品に新しい税を課した。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsʌlt/

insult

侮辱する

Meaning

to speak or act in a way that hurts someone's feelings or shows disrespect

Example

He felt insulted by her rude comments.

彼は彼女の失礼なコメントで侮辱されたと感じた。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

組み込む

Meaning

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

Example

The new design incorporates advanced technology.

新しいデザインは先進技術を組み込みます。

B2 noun ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

irrigation

灌漑

Meaning

The artificial application of water to land or soil.

Example

Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.

灌漑システムは乾燥した地域で作物の収穫量を増加させます。

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

イスラム教

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

イスラム教は平和、正義、そして慈悲を強調します。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

imperial

帝国の

Meaning

Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.

Example

The imperial palace was a symbol of the emperor's power.

インペリアル宮殿は皇帝の力の象徴でした。

B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

差し迫った

Meaning

About to happen; likely to occur very soon.

Example

Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.

暗い雲は嵐が迫っていることを示していた。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idol

偶像; 崇拝される人物

Meaning

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

Example

The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.

その歌手はヒットソングが世界中のチャートで1位に達した後、ティーンエイジャーのアイドルとなった。

B2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nər.əns/

Ignorance

無知

Meaning

lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something

Example

His ignorance about basic computer skills made it difficult for him to find a job.

基本的なコンピュータースキルに関する彼の無知は、彼が仕事を見つけるのを難しくしました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

intensive

集中的

Meaning

Involving a lot of effort, energy, or concentration in a short period of time.

Example

She attended an intensive English course before moving abroad.

彼女は海外に引っ越す前に、集中的な英語コースを受講しました。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

実施された

Meaning

Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.

Example

The master plans were partially implemented.

マスタープランは部分的に実施されました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/

intriguing

非常に興味深く、異常な; 好奇心を引き起こす

Meaning

very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity

Example

The movie has an intriguing plot that keeps the audience hooked.

その映画は観客を引き付ける非常に興味深いプロットを持っています。

B2 verb /ɪnˈhæbɪt/

inhabit

住む

Meaning

to live in; to occupy as a dwelling

Example

Many animals inhabit the forest.

多くの動物が森に住んでいます。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪteɪt/

imitate

真似る

Meaning

to copy the behavior or manner of someone or something

Example

Children often imitate their parents' behavior.

子供たちはしばしば親の行動を真似します。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪment

implement

実施する

Meaning

To put a decision or plan into effect; to execute or apply.

Example

Implementing educational policies is essential for progress.

教育政策を実施することは進歩にとって重要です。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrt/

insert

挿入する

Meaning

to put or place something into something else

Example

Please insert the key into the lock.

鍵をロックに挿入してください。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə/

insecure

不安定

Meaning

not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious

Example

She felt insecure about her performance in the exam.

彼女は試験での自分のパフォーマンスに不安を感じていました。

B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔離

Meaning

the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things

Example

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.

患者は感染症の拡大を防ぐために隔離されました。

B2 adjective ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv

ineffective

効果がない

Meaning

Not producing any significant or desired effect; not achieving the intended result.

Example

Rote learning often proves to be ineffective.

暗記学習はしばしば効果がないことが証明されます。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

干渉

Meaning

the action of interfering with something

Example

The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.

近くの電子機器からの干渉で、ラジオ信号が途絶えました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

無限

Meaning

A concept describing something without any limit or end.

Example

The universe seems to stretch into infinity.

宇宙は無限に広がっているように見える。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

インスティチュート

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

大学は図書館のために新しいルールを設立することを決定しました。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl

integral

不可欠

Meaning

Necessary to make a complete whole; essential or fundamental.

Example

Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.

運動は健康的なライフスタイルの不可欠な部分です。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

インターバル

Meaning

a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity

Example

There was a short interval between the two performances.

二つの公演の間には短いインターバルがありました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈveɪʒən/

invasion

侵略

Meaning

An instance of invading a country, region, or personal space with armed force or unwelcome presence.

Example

The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion.

軍隊は侵略の可能性に備えました。

B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

誠実

Meaning

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Example

Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.

教師のインテグリティは、積極的な学習環境を促進します。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移住する

Meaning

to come to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

He immigrated to Canada five years ago.

彼は5年前にカナダに移住しました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/

insufficient

不十分

Meaning

Not enough; inadequate.

Example

His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion.

彼の説明は混乱を解消するには不十分でした。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

無関心

Meaning

having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another

Example

She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.

彼女は試合の結果に無関心だった。

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

いらいらした

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

窓の外の絶え間ない騒音に彼女はいらいらした。

B2 noun ˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən

integration

統合。統一。

Meaning

The action or process of integrating; the process of combining or adding parts to make a unified whole.

Example

Integration of networks will improve global communication.

ネットワークの統合は、グローバルなコミュニケーションを改善します。

B2 noun ˈɪndɪkeɪtə

indicator

指標

Meaning

A thing that indicates the state or level of something.

Example

The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health.

失業率は経済の健康の重要な指標です。

B2 noun ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

産業化

Meaning

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

Example

Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.

産業化は世界経済を劇的に変えました。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完全

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

その絵は美しかったが、完璧ではなかった。

B2 noun /aɪˈdiː/

id

身分証明書

Meaning

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

Example

Please show your ID at the entrance.

入口で身分証明書を提示してください。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmɒrəl/

immoral

不道徳な

Meaning

Not conforming to accepted standards of morality; unethical or wicked.

Example

He was fired for his immoral behavior.

彼は不道徳な行動で解雇されました。

B2 noun /ˈɪnfənt/

infant

乳児

Meaning

A very young child or baby.

Example

The infant was sleeping peacefully in the cradle.

乳児はゆりかごで静かに眠っていました。

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

皮肉な

Meaning

expressing irony; having the nature of irony

Example

Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.

彼女の皮肉な口調は、皆を不快にさせました。

B2 verb ɪmˈpoʊz

imposes

課す

Meaning

To establish or apply by authority; to force something unwelcome or unfamiliar to be accepted or put in place.

Example

Pollution imposes harmful effects on the environment.

汚染は環境に有害な影響を課します。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɛləvənt/

Irrelevant

無関係な

Meaning

not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter

Example

Your past mistakes are irrelevant to this discussion.

あなたの過去の過ちはこの議論には無関係です。

B2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/

Irresistible

抗し難い

Meaning

too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist

Example

The chocolate cake was absolutely irresistible.

チョコレートケーキは絶対に抵抗できないほど魅力的だった。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

強度

Meaning

The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.

Example

The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.

嵐の強度は村人たちを驚かせた。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ or /ˈɪnkwəri/

inquiry

調査 / 問い合わせ

Meaning

An act of asking for information; an investigation into something.

Example

The committee launched an inquiry into the financial irregularities.

委員会は財務の不正行為に関する調査を開始しました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

導入の

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

Example

The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.

教授は経済学についての導入の講義を行いました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

不正確; 間違っている; 誤り

Meaning

not correct; containing errors; wrong

Example

The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.

昨日の天気予報は不正確でした。

B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

洞察力のある

Meaning

Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.

Example

The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.

教授はグローバル経済に関する洞察力のある講義を行いました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

傾向がある

Meaning

having a tendency or disposition toward something

Example

He is inclined to help those in need.

彼は困っている人々を助ける傾向がある。

B2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈpɜːsənl/

interpersonal

対人

Meaning

Relating to relationships or communication between people.

Example

He has excellent interpersonal skills and gets along well with others.

彼は優れた対人スキルを持っており、他の人とうまくやっていきます。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

感染

Meaning

the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

Example

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

医師は彼女の喉の細菌感染を治療するために抗生物質を処方しました。

B2 noun ˌɪm.plɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

implication

含意

Meaning

A conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated; a likely consequence.

Example

The implication of climate change is severe.

気候変動の含意は深刻です。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

誘発する

Meaning

to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result

Example

The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.

医師は軽い鎮静剤で睡眠を引き起こしました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsen.tɪv/

Incentive

インセンティブ; 刺激

Meaning

a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something; a reward or penalty that influences behavior

Example

The company offered a cash incentive to employees who exceeded their sales targets.

その会社は売上目標を達成した従業員に現金インセンティブを提供しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

強い要求

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

彼の強い要求で、私たちは長く滞在しました。

B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

知識人

Meaning

People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.

Example

Intellectuals protested against the dominance.

知識人は支配に反対した。

B2 noun /ˈɪm.pʌls/

Impulse

衝動; 突然の欲求

Meaning

a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act; a driving force or motivation

Example

She bought the expensive dress on impulse and later regretted the purchase.

彼女は衝動で高価なドレスを買い、後でその購入を後悔しました。