C2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnseɪt/

insensate

無感情な

Meaning

lacking physical sensation or empathy; without feeling or sensitivity

Example

The dictator's insensate cruelty shocked the world.

独裁者の無感情な残虐さは世界を驚かせた。

C1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈsɛmbəl/

disassemble

分解する

Meaning

To take apart something into its separate pieces.

Example

He had to disassemble the computer to repair it.

彼は修理のためにコンピュータを分解しなければならなかった。

A2 noun /ˈbʊkʃɒp/

bookshop

書店

Meaning

a retail store where books are sold

Example

She spent an hour browsing in the small bookshop.

彼女は小さな書店で一時間過ごした。

A1 noun /naɪt/

night

夜

Meaning

the time of darkness between one day and the next, when most people sleep

Example

She loves going for walks at night.

彼女は夜に散歩するのが好きです。

B2 noun /moʊˈmɛn.təm/

momentum

勢い

Meaning

The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus and driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events.

Example

The company gained momentum after launching a new product.

会社は新しい製品を発売した後、勢いを得ました。

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。

B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

正当性

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

Example

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

選挙の正当性は観察者によって疑問視されました。

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。

B1 noun /ˈsæm.ən/

salmon

サーモン

Meaning

A large fish with pink flesh, often eaten as food.

Example

They served grilled salmon for dinner.

彼らは夕食にグリルしたサーモンを出しました。

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

構成要素 / 有権者

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

上院議員は地元の問題を議論するために選挙区の有権者と会いました。

A1 noun /ɪər/

Ear

耳; 聴力; 聞く能力

Meaning

the organ of hearing; the ability to hear or listen

Example

She whispered something in his ear during the meeting.

会議中、彼女は彼の耳元で何かをささやきました。

C2 noun /ˈsɜːrfɪt/

surfeit

過剰

Meaning

an excessive amount of something

Example

There was a surfeit of food at the festival.

祭りでは食べ物が過剰にあった。

C1 verb /ɡʌʃ/

gush

流れる

Meaning

to flow out suddenly and forcefully, or to express something enthusiastically

Example

Tears began to gush from her eyes.

涙が彼女の目からガシュと流れ出した。

C2 adjective /ˌʌltrəˈmʌndeɪn/

ultramundane

超越的

Meaning

Relating to things beyond the physical world; supernatural or transcendental.

Example

Philosophers often discuss ultramundane realities beyond human perception.

哲学者たちはしばしば人間の知覚を超えたウルトラムンデインな現実について議論します。

C1 verb /ˈkrʌmpəl/

crumple

くしゃくしゃにする

Meaning

to crush something into folds or wrinkles

Example

He crumpled the paper and threw it in the bin.

彼は紙をくしゃくしゃにしてゴミ箱に投げ入れました。

A1 adjective /ˈbɪɡɪst/

biggest

最も大きい

Meaning

largest in size, amount, degree, or importance; superlative form of big

Example

This is the biggest challenge we have ever faced.

これは私たちが直面した中で最も大きな挑戦です。

B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːks

frameworks

枠組み

Meaning

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.

Example

Frameworks define the basis of systems.

枠組みはシステムの基盤を定義します。

C1 adjective /ˌhɒməˈdʒiːniəs/

homogeneous

均一な、同質な

Meaning

Of the same kind; alike.

Example

The team was not homogeneous in their skills.

チームはそのスキルにおいて均一ではなかった。

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。

C1 adjective /dɪˈsɜːrnɪŋ/

discerning

鋭い

Meaning

having good judgment or insight; able to distinguish well

Example

He is a discerning reader who notices subtle details.

彼は鋭い読者で、微細な詳細に気づきます。

B2 adverb /ˈstrɪktli/

strictly

厳密に

Meaning

in a way that follows rules or limits completely

Example

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building.

建物内での喫煙は厳密に禁止されています。

C1 noun /ˈpædʒənt/

pageant

美人コンテスト

Meaning

A public entertainment consisting of a procession of people in elaborate costumes, or a beauty contest.

Example

She won first place in the beauty pageant.

彼女は美人コンテストで一位を獲得しました

B2 adjective /ˈvaɪtl/

vital

不可欠

Meaning

essential or necessary for life or success

Example

It's vital to stay hydrated during the summer.

夏の間に水分補給をすることは不可欠です。

B2 adjective /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Rational

合理的な; 論理的な; 理にかなった

Meaning

based on reason and logic; sensible and practical

Example

She made a rational decision based on the available facts.

彼女は利用可能な事実に基づいて合理的な決定を下しました。

A2 adjective /ˈfroʊzən/

frozen

凍った

Meaning

preserved by being made extremely cold; turned into ice

Example

The lake was completely frozen during winter.

湖は冬に完全に凍っていた。

C1 adjective /ˈwaɪəri/

wiry

細くて強く、丈夫な

Meaning

Lean, tough, and strong, often with sinewy muscles.

Example

The wiry athlete moved with remarkable speed and agility.

その細いアスリートは驚くべき速度と敏捷性で動いた。

A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /mʌtʃ/

much

多く

Meaning

a large amount or degree of something

Example

She doesn’t have much time to finish the project.

彼女はプロジェクトを終わらせるために多くの時間がない。

B2 adjective /suːˈpriːm/

Supreme

最高の

Meaning

highest in rank, authority, or quality; greatest; most important

Example

The Supreme Court made the final decision.

最高裁判所は最終的な決定を下しました。

B2 noun /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/

Casualty

犠牲者; 負傷者; 損失

Meaning

a person killed or injured in a war or accident; a victim of circumstances

Example

The hospital treated many casualties from the car accident.

病院は車の事故からの多くの負傷者を治療しました。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈsɪlvən/

sylvan

森林の

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of the woods or forest.

Example

The cottage was set in a sylvan landscape full of tall trees.

その小屋は、高い木々に囲まれた森林の風景の中にありました。

C1 noun /ˈiːkwɪnɒks/

equinox

昼夜平衡

Meaning

The time or date when day and night are of equal length, occurring twice a year.

Example

The spring equinox marks the beginning of longer days.

春分は長い日が始まることを示します。

B2 adjective /ˈkwɔːrtərli/

Quarterly

四半期ごと

Meaning

occurring every three months; relating to a quarter of a year

Example

The company publishes quarterly reports to shareholders.

会社は株主に四半期ごとの報告書を発行します。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈses.ənt/

incessant

絶え間ない

Meaning

Continuing without pause or interruption; constant.

Example

The incessant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.

建設現場からの絶え間ない騒音は集中するのを困難にしました。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈhjuːmən/

Inhuman

非人道的

Meaning

lacking human qualities of compassion and mercy; cruel or barbaric

Example

The prisoners were kept in inhuman conditions.

囚人たちは非人道的な状況で収容されていました。

C2 noun /bɪˈnɪɡnɪti/

Benignity

優しさ; 穏やかさ; 良いまたは親切な性質

Meaning

kindness; gentleness; the quality of being benign or gracious

Example

Her benignity towards all people made her beloved by everyone.

彼女の優しさは、彼女をすべての人々から愛される存在にしました。

B1 noun /ˈmeʒərmənt/

measurement

測定

Meaning

the size, length, or amount of something, as determined by measuring

Example

The tailor took my waist measurement before stitching the suit.

仕立て屋はスーツを縫う前に私のウエストの測定を取りました。

C1 noun /ˈænərkɪst/

anarchist

アナーキスト

Meaning

a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority

Example

The anarchist group protested against state control.

アナーキストのグループは国家の支配に反対して抗議しました。

A1 adverb /noʊ/

no

いいえ

Meaning

used to give a negative response or to show disagreement

Example

She said no to the invitation.

彼女は招待状を断った。

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。

C1 noun /ˈkoʊmə/

coma

コーマ

Meaning

A deep state of prolonged unconsciousness caused by illness or injury.

Example

The patient remained in a coma for several weeks.

患者は数週間コーマ状態にありました。

B1 noun ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃənz

recommendations

evince

示す

Meaning

to show or demonstrate clearly

Example

She evinced her interest in the project through active participation.

彼女は積極的な参加を通じてそのプロジェクトに対する関心を示した。

B2 adjective /ˈfes.tɪv/

Festive

お祭りのような; 楽しい; セレブレーション

Meaning

joyful; celebratory; having the characteristics of a festival

Example

The house looked festive with colorful decorations.

家はカラフルな飾り付けでお祭り気分だった。

C2 noun ˈpær.ə.ɡən

paragon

模範

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality; a model of excellence.

Example

Neom is a paragon of sustainable urban design.

ネオムは持続可能な都市設計の模範です。

C1 verb /ˈfɔːrfɪt/

forfeit

Meaning

to lose or give up something, usually as a penalty for wrongdoing

Example

He had to forfeit the match after breaking the rules.

B1 adverb /ˈniːtli/

Neatly

きちんと; 清潔に

Meaning

in a tidy and orderly way; carefully and precisely

Example

She arranged the books neatly on the shelf.

彼女は本をきちんと棚に並べました。

C1 verb/noun /ɡraʊl/

growl

うなり声

Meaning

To make a low, guttural sound, often in anger (by animals or humans).

Example

The dog growled at the stranger.

犬は見知らぬ人にうなった。

C2 adjective /ˈmoʊtaɪl/

motile

運動性のある

Meaning

Capable of movement or locomotion.

Example

Certain bacteria are motile and can swim toward nutrients.

特定の細菌は運動性があり、栄養素に向かって泳ぐことができます。

C1 adverb /ˈheɪs.tɪ.li/

Hastily

急いで

Meaning

in a hurried or rushed manner; quickly and carelessly

Example

She hastily packed her bags before leaving for the airport.

彼女は空港に行く前に急いでバッグを詰めた。

C1 adjective /trænsˈluːsənt/

translucent

半透明

Meaning

allowing light to pass through, but not clearly enough to see detailed images

Example

She placed the flower in a translucent vase.

彼女は花を半透明の花瓶に入れた。

B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

協定

Meaning

An official agreement or treaty.

Example

The accord emphasized gradual progress.

協定は徐々に進展を強調しました。

C1 verb /piːk/

pique

引き起こす

Meaning

to stimulate interest or curiosity; to arouse resentment or anger

Example

Her remarks piqued his curiosity about the secret project.

彼女のコメントは秘密のプロジェクトに対する彼の好奇心を引き起こしました。

B2 verb /θɔː/

thaw

解凍する

Meaning

to melt or cause to melt after being frozen

Example

The ice began to thaw in the sun.

氷は太陽の下で溶け始めました。

B2 noun ˌfʌŋk.ʃəˈnæl.ə.ti

functionality

機能性

Meaning

The quality of being functional; the ability to work or operate as intended.

Example

The new refrigerator has improved functionality.

新しい冷蔵庫は機能性が向上しました。

C2 noun /boʊl/

bole

木の幹

Meaning

the trunk of a tree

Example

The bole of the tree was thick and strong.

木の幹は太くて強かった。

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。

C2 adjective /ˌɪnɔːˈspɪʃəs/

Inauspicious

不吉

Meaning

unlucky; showing signs that future success is unlikely; unfavorable

Example

The dark clouds seemed inauspicious for the wedding.

暗い雲は結婚式にとって不吉に思えた。

C2 adjective /sʌbˈdʒeɪsənt/

subjacent

下層の

Meaning

lying immediately beneath; underlying

Example

The geological survey revealed subjacent layers of rock.

地質調査は下層の岩層を明らかにした。

B1 verb /rɪˈspɒnd/

respond

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。

C1 noun /dɪˈfaɪəns/

defiance

反抗

Meaning

Open resistance or bold disobedience.

Example

The protest was an act of defiance against injustice.

その抗議は不正に対する反抗の行為でした。

B2 verb ˈeksɪkjuːt

execute

実行する

Meaning

To carry out or put into effect a plan, order, or course of action.

Example

NASA plans to execute the mission in three phases.

NASAは三段階でミッションを実行する計画です。

B1 noun /ˈreɪlˌroʊd/

railroad

鉄道

Meaning

a track or system of tracks made of steel rails along which trains run

Example

The railroad connects the city to several nearby towns.

鉄道は都市といくつかの近くの町を結びつけています。

C2 noun /baɪt/

bight

入り江

Meaning

A bend or curve in a geographical feature, especially a coastline, or a loop in a rope.

Example

The sailors anchored in the calm waters of the bight.

船員たちは入り江の穏やかな水域でアンカーを下ろした。

B1 noun ˈfæmɪli triː

Family Tree

家系図

Meaning

A diagram showing the relationships between people in several generations of a family.

Example

Creating a family tree helps understand family history.

家系図を作成することは、家族の歴史を理解するのに役立ちます。

C2 adjective /ˈædɪˌpoʊs/

adipose

脂肪の

Meaning

Relating to or consisting of animal fat; fatty.

Example

The doctor explained that the tissue was mainly adipose in nature.

医者は、組織が主に脂肪性であることを説明しました。

B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

遺体

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

警察は廃墟の家で遺体を発見しました。

A2 adjective ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl

physical

物理的

Meaning

Relating to things perceived through the senses as opposed to the mind; tangible or concrete.

Example

Physical components form the system's base.

物理的なコンポーネントがシステムの基盤を形成します。

B2 verb /dɪˈnaʊns/

denounce

非難する

Meaning

To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.

Example

The leader denounced corruption in his speech.

リーダーはスピーチで汚職を非難しました。

B1 noun /bend/

Bend

カーブ; 曲がり角

Meaning

a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river

Example

There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.

川の先に鋭いカーブがあります。

C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

三部作

Meaning

a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story

Example

The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.

監督はついに三部作を完成させるために、三番目の映画を公開しました。

C1 noun ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl səˈpɔːrt

indispensable support

欠かせないサポート

Meaning

Essential assistance that cannot be done without; absolutely necessary help.

Example

Volunteers provide indispensable support to communities.

ボランティアはコミュニティに欠かせないサポートを提供しています。

C2 verb /ˈɑːbdʒərˌɡeɪt/

objurgate

厳しく叱る

Meaning

to scold or rebuke severely

Example

The teacher objurgated the student for being dishonest.

先生は不正直な生徒を厳しく叱った。

C1 verb /rɪˈbʌf/

rebuff

拒絶する

Meaning

to reject or refuse in a sharp or abrupt way

Example

She rebuffed his invitation to dinner.

彼女はディナーの招待を断った。

B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

プロモーター

Meaning

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

Example

The promoter organized a concert for the new band.

プロモーターは新しいバンドのためにコンサートを組織しました。

C1 noun /ˈdʒʌŋk.tʃər/

Juncture

重要な時点

Meaning

a particular point in events or time; a critical moment when important decisions must be made

Example

At this juncture, we need to make a crucial decision about our future.

この重要な時点で、私たちは未来について重要な決定を下さなければなりません。

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

思いやり

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

彼女はホームレスの子供たちに食べ物と避難所を提供することで大きな思いやりを示しました。

C2 adjective /ɪmˈpæsɪbəl/

impassible

無痛性

Meaning

Incapable of suffering or feeling pain (used mainly in theological or philosophical contexts).

Example

Some philosophers argue that God is impassible and cannot experience human emotions.

一部の哲学者は、神は無痛性であり、人間の感情を感じることはできないと主張しています。

C2 adjective /ˈblaɪðsəm/

blithesome

陽気

Meaning

cheerful, carefree, and full of joy

Example

She entered the room with a blithesome smile that lifted everyone's spirits.

彼女は陽気な笑顔で部屋に入り、皆の気分を盛り上げました。

C1 adjective /ˌhaɪəˈrɑː.kɪ.kəl/

hierarchical

階層的な

Meaning

arranged in order of rank or authority

Example

The company has a strict hierarchical structure.

その会社には厳格な階層構造があります。

C1 noun /ˌklɔːstrəˈfəʊbiə/

claustrophobia

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of being in confined spaces

Example

He avoids elevators because of his claustrophobia.

B2 adjective /ˌhaɪ ˈtɛk/

high-tech

ハイテク

Meaning

using or involving advanced technology.

Example

The company produces high-tech medical devices.

その会社はハイテク医療機器を生産しています。

C1 verb /per/

pare

皮をむく

Meaning

to cut away the outer covering or reduce something gradually

Example

She pared the apple before eating it.

彼女はリンゴを食べる前に皮をむいた。

B2 verb /ɡriːv/

grieve

悲しむ

Meaning

To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.

Example

She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend.

彼女は最愛の友人を失って悲しみ続けています。

C1 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəl/

incidental

付随的

Meaning

happening as a minor part or in connection with something else

Example

Incidental expenses like snacks and tips were included in the bill.

スナックやチップのような付随的な費用は請求書に含まれていました。

A2 noun /ɪkˈspɪə.ri.əns/

Experience

経験

Meaning

practical contact with and observation of facts or events; knowledge gained through involvement

Example

Her years of teaching experience made her an excellent mentor for new teachers.

彼女の何年もの教職経験は、新しい教師たちにとって優れたメンターとなりました。

C2 noun /ˈɒrɪz(ə)n/

orison

祈り

Meaning

a prayer, especially a devout or formal one

Example

He whispered a quiet orison before going to sleep.

寝る前に静かな祈りをささやいた。

C2 noun /ˈmɒrəlɪst/

moralist

道徳家

Meaning

A person who teaches or promotes moral principles and values.

Example

The author was known as a strict moralist in his writings.

著者は彼の著作で厳格なモラリストとして知られていました。

C2 noun /spliːn/

spleen

脾臓; 怒り

Meaning

an organ in the body that produces lymphocytes and filters blood; also refers to bad temper or spite

Example

He vented his spleen on his coworkers after the meeting.

会議後、彼は同僚に対して怒りをぶつけました。

C1 adjective /məˈlɛvələnt/

malevolent

悪意のある

Meaning

Having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others.

Example

The malevolent glare in his eyes frightened the children.

彼の目に浮かぶ悪意のある視線は子供たちを怖がらせた。

C1 noun /ˌɪnɪkˈspɪəriəns/

inexperience

未経験

Meaning

Lack of knowledge or skill in a particular activity or field.

Example

His inexperience in handling negotiations was evident.

交渉における彼の未経験は明らかでした。

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

termination

終了

Meaning

the act of ending something or the state of being ended

Example

The termination of the contract caused financial loss.

契約の終了は財務的損失を引き起こしました。

B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ/

promising

有望な

Meaning

showing signs of future success or potential

Example

She is a promising young scientist with great ideas.

彼女は素晴らしいアイデアを持つ、有望な若い科学者です。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

思いやりのある; 哀れみ深い

Meaning

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Example

The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.

思いやりのある看護師は、心配している患者を慰めるために追加の時間を取った。

B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

驚かせる

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

そのマジシャンの最後のトリックは観客全員を驚かせた。

C2 noun /ˈiːɡres/

egress

出口

Meaning

The action of going out or leaving a place; an exit.

Example

The emergency door provided an egress for the trapped workers.

非常口は閉じ込められた作業員のために出口を提供しました。

C2 adjective /ˈɜːrsaɪn/

ursine

クマのような

Meaning

Relating to or resembling a bear.

Example

The man’s ursine strength amazed everyone.

その男のクマのような力は、みんなを驚かせました。

C1 adjective /kənˈsɪliətɔːri/

conciliatory

和解的

Meaning

intended to make someone less angry or more agreeable; soothing

Example

She spoke in a conciliatory tone to ease the tension.

彼女は緊張を和らげるために和解的な口調で話した。

C2 adverb /ʌnˈɜːrɪŋli/

unerringly

間違いなく

Meaning

Without making any mistakes; always accurate

Example

The archer aimed unerringly at the target.

弓矢は間違いなくターゲットに向かって狙いを定めた。

C2 noun /ˌkɛəriˈætɪd/

caryatid

女性の姿をした柱

Meaning

A stone carving of a draped female figure, used as a supporting column in architecture.

Example

The ancient temple featured a caryatid holding up the roof.

古代の神殿には屋根を支えるカリアティッドがありました。

C2 verb /ˈseɪʃiˌeɪt/

satiate

満たす

Meaning

To satisfy fully, especially with food or desire.

Example

The large meal satiated his hunger.

大きな食事が彼の空腹を満たしました。

C1 verb /ˈvɛnəˌreɪt/

venerate

敬う

Meaning

to regard with great respect; revere

Example

People venerate saints for their holiness.

人々はその聖性のために聖人を敬う。

B1 noun /tʃɪl/

Chill

寒さ; 恐れや不安の感情; リラックスする

Meaning

an unpleasant feeling of coldness; a feeling of fear or anxiety; to relax

Example

There was a chill in the air as autumn approached.

秋が近づくにつれて、空気の中に寒さを感じた。

C2 adjective /ˈpruːdɪʃ/

prudish

堅苦しい

Meaning

having or revealing a tendency to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity

Example

She was too prudish to watch the movie with her friends.

彼女は友達と映画を見に行くにはあまりにも堅苦しかった。

B1 noun /ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən/

Emotion

感情

Meaning

a strong feeling deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships

Example

Her face showed every emotion she was feeling inside.

彼女の顔は内面で感じていたすべての感情を示していました。

B1 noun /əˈtʃiːvmənt/

achievement

達成

Meaning

Something that has been successfully completed or accomplished through effort or skill.

Example

Graduating from university was her greatest achievement.

大学を卒業することは彼女の最大の達成でした。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈfrɛndli/

unfriendly

不親切な

Meaning

not kind or welcoming; hostile or cold in behavior or attitude

Example

The shop owner seemed unfriendly to new customers.

店のオーナーは新しい客に不親切なようだった。

C2 adjective /ˈwɜːkmənˌlaɪk/

workmanlike

職人仕事

Meaning

Showing efficient, competent, and practical skill, but without flair or creativity.

Example

The carpenter delivered a workmanlike performance on the project.

大工はプロジェクトで職人仕事のようなパフォーマンスを発揮しました。

B2 verb /ʌpˈhoʊld/

uphold

維持する

Meaning

to maintain or support a principle, law, or decision

Example

The judge promised to uphold justice at all costs.

裁判官は、どんな犠牲を払っても正義を守ると約束しました。

C2 noun /prəˈfjuːʒən/

profusion

豊富

Meaning

an abundance or large quantity of something

Example

Spring brought a profusion of wildflowers to the valley.

春は谷に野生の花の豊富さをもたらした。

C1 verb /smɜrk/

smirk

自己満足の笑顔

Meaning

to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way

Example

He smirked when he won the argument.

彼は議論に勝ったとき、ニヤリと笑った。

B1 verb /dɪɡ/

dig

掘る

Meaning

to break up and move earth with a tool or machine, or with hands, paws, etc.

Example

They decided to dig a hole for the new tree.

彼らは新しい木のために穴を掘ることを決めました。

A2 noun /niː/

Knee

膝

Meaning

the joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans

Example

He fell and scraped his knee on the pavement.

彼は転んで、歩道で膝を擦りむきました。

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。

B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

コカイン (麻薬)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

彼はコカイン所持で逮捕されました。

C1 noun ziːl

zeal

熱意

Meaning

Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective; passion.

Example

She approached the project with great zeal and determination.

彼女は大きな熱意と決意でそのプロジェクトに取り組んだ。

A2 noun /ˈfɜːrnɪtʃər/

furniture

家具

Meaning

Objects such as chairs, tables, beds, or cupboards used to make a room suitable for living or working.

Example

The living room was filled with beautiful wooden furniture.

リビングルームは美しい木製の家具でいっぱいでした。

A1 verb /hoʊp/

hope

希望する

Meaning

to expect and desire that something will happen

Example

I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.

明日雨が降らないことを願っています。

B1 noun /ˈɛnvəloʊp/

envelope

封筒

Meaning

a flat paper container used to enclose a letter or document

Example

She sealed the letter in an envelope and posted it.

彼女は手紙を封筒に入れて、郵送しました。

B1 noun /dʒʌdʒ/

Judge

裁判官; 審判

Meaning

a public official appointed to decide cases in a law court; a person who decides the results of a competition

Example

The judge carefully reviewed all the evidence before making a decision.

裁判官は決定を下す前にすべての証拠を慎重に検討しました。