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C2 adjective /aɪˈsɒ.krə.nəs/

isochronous

等時間間隔で発生する
Meaning
Occurring at equal time intervals; in unison or synchrony.
Example
The pendulum swings are isochronous, repeating at equal intervals.
振り子の動きは等時性があり、等しい間隔で繰り返されます。
C1 noun /ˈnjuːɑːns/

nuance

ニュアンス
Meaning
A subtle difference in shade of meaning, appearance, or sound.
Example
He noticed the subtle nuance in her expression.
彼は彼女の表情に微妙なニュアンスに気づきました。
C2 verb /ɪnˈfætʃueɪt/

infatuate

夢中にさせる
Meaning
to inspire with an intense but short-lived passion or admiration
Example
He was infatuated with her beauty.
彼は彼女の美しさに夢中でした。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːrvɪst/

harvest

収穫
Meaning
the process or period of gathering crops
Example
Farmers are busy during the rice harvest season.
農家は米の収穫の季節に忙しい。
B1 noun /ˈɡrænd.tʃaɪld/

grandchild

Meaning
the child of one's son or daughter
Example
They love spending time with their grandchild on weekends.
彼らは週末に孫と一緒に過ごすのが大好きです。
A2 noun /biːf/

Beef

牛肉
Meaning
meat from a cow or bull
Example
The restaurant serves the best beef steak in town.
レストランは町で最高の牛肉ステーキを提供しています。
B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

専門的な
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
彼は古代文明に関する専門的な知識を持っています。
B2 noun /menˈtæləti/

Mentality

メンタリティ; 思考方法
Meaning
The characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group
Example
The team needs to develop a winning mentality to succeed.
チームは成功するために勝者のメンタリティを発展させる必要がある。
C2 noun /ˈɪrˌʃɑːt/

earshot

耳の届く範囲
Meaning
the range or distance within which a sound can be heard
Example
The children whispered secrets out of earshot of their parents.
子供たちは親の耳の届く範囲外で秘密をささやいた。
C2 adjective /traɪˈɛniəl/

triennial

三年ごとの
Meaning
Occurring once every three years.
Example
The art festival is a triennial event in the city.
アートフェスティバルはこの都市の三年ごとのイベントです。
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 verb /ˈʃrɪvəl/

shrivel

しわになる
Meaning
To become dry, wrinkled, and smaller due to lack of moisture.
Example
The flowers shriveled under the hot sun.
花は暑い太陽の下でしわになった。
C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

魅了する
Meaning
To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.
Example
The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.
ダンサーの優雅な動きは観客を魅了しました。
C1 adjective /ˈnɔɪz.ləs/

Noiseless

無音の; 完全に静かな
Meaning
making no sound; completely silent
Example
She moved through the house in noiseless steps so as not to wake the baby.
彼女は赤ちゃんを起こさないように、無音で家の中を歩きました。
C1 noun ɪɡˌzæs.pəˈreɪ.ʃən

exasperation

苛立ち
Meaning
Extreme irritation or frustration.
Example
He sighed in exasperation after hearing the same excuse again.
彼は同じ言い訳をまた聞かされて、苛立ちのあまりため息をついた。
C1 noun /ˈfʊtˌnoʊt/

foot-note

脚注
Meaning
A note of reference, explanation, or comment placed at the bottom of a page.
Example
The author included a foot-note to explain the historical context.
著者は歴史的な文脈を説明するために脚注を追加しました。
C2 noun /ˈɒlɪv brɑːntʃ/

olive-branch

オリーブの枝
Meaning
A symbol of peace or reconciliation; an offer to end conflict.
Example
He extended an olive-branch to his rival after years of hostility.
彼は長年の敵対後、ライバルにオリーブの枝を差し出した。
B2 verb /spɛər/

spare

余分に与える / 節約する
Meaning
To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.
Example
Could you spare me a few minutes of your time?
あなたは私に少し時間を割いてくれますか?
A1 adjective/adverb /leɪt/

late

遅れた
Meaning
arriving, happening, or done after the expected time
Example
He arrived late to the meeting.
彼は会議に遅れて到着した。
C2 noun /ˈneɪdɪər/

nadir

Meaning
The lowest point of a situation or condition.
Example
The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis.
B2 verb, noun, adjective /prɑːmpt/

prompt

促す / 迅速
Meaning
To cause someone to take action; done without delay.
Example
His speech prompted the audience to ask questions.
彼のスピーチは聴衆に質問を促しました。
C1 noun /ˈsaɪ.ən/

scion

子孫
Meaning
a descendant of a wealthy, aristocratic, or influential family
Example
He is the scion of a wealthy industrialist family.
彼は裕福な実業家の家族の子孫です。
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 /ˈmoʊɡəl/

mogul

大物
Meaning
A powerful or influential person, especially in business or media.
Example
He became a tech mogul by founding a billion-dollar company.
彼は10億ドルの会社を創業してテクノロジーの大物になった。
B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

消費
Meaning
The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.
Example
High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.
高いエネルギー消費は電気料金の増加を引き起こします。
C2 verb /ˈʌndərˌmæn/

underman

人手不足
Meaning
to supply with fewer workers or personnel than needed
Example
The hospital was undermanned during the flu outbreak.
インフルエンザの流行時に病院は人手不足でした。
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

年金
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
退職後、彼は会社から毎月年金を受け取ります。
A2 adverb /ˈprɒb.ə.bli/

Probably

おそらく
Meaning
almost certainly; very likely; in all likelihood
Example
He will probably arrive late tonight.
彼はおそらく今夜遅れて到着するでしょう。
C1 adjective /ˈlɔː.də.bəl/

laudable

称賛に値する
Meaning
Deserving praise and admiration.
Example
Her efforts to help the poor are truly laudable.
貧しい人々を助けるための彼女の努力は本当に称賛に値します。
C2 verb /priːˈfɪɡjər/

prefigure

前兆を示す
Meaning
to represent, show, or foreshadow something in advance
Example
The economic reforms prefigure major social changes.
経済改革は大きな社会変革を予兆しています。
B1 adjective /brɔːd/

Broad

広い; 広大な; 広い範囲をカバーする
Meaning
wide; extensive; covering a large area
Example
The river is very broad at this point.
この地点で川は非常に広いです。
C1 noun /ˈfjʊərɔːr/

furor

騒動
Meaning
An outbreak of public anger or excitement.
Example
The politician's remarks created a furor in the media.
政治家の発言がメディアで大騒ぎを引き起こしました。
C1 noun /ˈfrek.əl/

Freckle

そばかす
Meaning
a small brownish spot on the skin, often becoming more pronounced through exposure to the sun
Example
Her face was covered with cute freckles that appeared every summer.
彼女の顔は可愛いそばかすで覆われていて、毎年夏になると現れます。
B2 noun /ˌek.spɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Expedition

遠征
Meaning
a journey undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose; organized trip for exploration
Example
The mountain climbing expedition required months of careful planning and preparation.
山登りの遠征は、数ヶ月の慎重な計画と準備を必要としました。
B1 noun freɪm

Frame

額縁
Meaning
A rigid structure that surrounds something such as a picture, door, or windowpane.
Example
A framed family tree can be displayed in your home.
額縁に入れた家系図は家で展示できます。
C2 noun /ˈlɔːˌɡɪvər/

lawgiver

立法者
Meaning
A person who creates or enforces laws; a legislator.
Example
Moses is often regarded as a great lawgiver in history.
モーセは歴史の中で偉大な立法者と見なされています。
B1 adjective /ˈsensəbəl/

Sensible

賢明な; 実用的な; 理にかなった
Meaning
having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable
Example
It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain.
雨が降るかもしれないので、傘を持っていくのは賢明です。
C2 noun /ˌpɜːrtərˈbeɪʃn/

perturbation

混乱
Meaning
A state of anxiety, disturbance, or disorder.
Example
The announcement caused a perturbation in the financial markets.
発表は金融市場に混乱を引き起こしました。
C2 adjective ˌsʌr.əpˈtɪʃ.əs

surreptitious

秘密の
Meaning
Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of; done stealthily.
Example
She took a surreptitious glance at his notes.
彼女は彼のノートをひそかに覗き見た。
C2 verb /ʌpˈhiːv/

upheave

持ち上げる
Meaning
to lift or raise something forcefully; to cause to rise suddenly
Example
The workers had to upheave the heavy stone to clear the path.
作業員たちは道を清掃するために重い石を持ち上げなければならなかった。
C2 adverb /ˈprɒksɪmətli/

proximately

近く
Meaning
In a near or close manner; nearly.
Example
The village lies proximately to the river.
村は川の近くにあります。
C1 noun ˈsɛlfləsnɪs

selflessness

利他主義
Meaning
The quality of being concerned more with the needs of others than with one's own.
Example
Selflessness is a key value for community building.
利他主義はコミュニティ構築の重要な価値です。
C1 noun /ˈɡreɪdiənt/

gradient

傾斜
Meaning
A gradual slope, or the degree of inclination of a surface.
Example
The cyclist struggled up the steep gradient of the hill.
サイクリストは急な傾斜の坂を上るのに苦労していた。
A1 adjective /ˈiː.vən/

Even

平ら; 均等; 水準
Meaning
flat and smooth; equal or uniform; level
Example
The surface was completely even and smooth.
表面は完全に平らで滑らかでした。
C2 noun /ˈsʊrmə fɪʃ/

Surma fish

スルマ魚
Meaning
a freshwater fish species found in the Surma river system of Bangladesh and northeastern India
Example
Surma fish is native to the rivers of Sylhet region.
スルマ魚はシレット地域の川に生息しています。
C1 verb /əbˈsteɪn/

abstain

自制する
Meaning
To restrain oneself from indulging in or partaking of something.
Example
People often abstain from digital devices to enhance focus.
人々は集中力を高めるためにデジタル機器を使うのを自制することがよくあります。
B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

向上
Meaning
An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.
Example
Enhancement of education quality is vital.
教育の質の向上は非常に重要です。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌfɑːðər/

forefather

先祖
Meaning
an ancestor, especially one who was part of an earlier generation of a family or nation
Example
Our forefathers fought for independence.
私たちの先祖は独立のために戦いました。
C2 noun /ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃən/

valediction

別れの言葉
Meaning
The act of saying farewell; a formal goodbye.
Example
The professor gave a touching valediction at his retirement ceremony.
教授は退職式で感動的な別れの言葉を述べました。
B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

優しさ
Meaning
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
Example
The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.
母親は病気の子供を世話しながら大きな優しさを示しました。
C2 noun /ˈlænjæp/

lagniappe

追加の贈り物
Meaning
A small gift or bonus given by a seller to a customer.
Example
The shopkeeper offered a piece of candy as a lagniappe.
店主はおまけとしてキャンディを提供しました。
C1 noun ˌkʌl.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən

culmination

クルミネーション. 何かの最高潮、特に長い時間を経て達成されたもの。
Meaning
The highest or climactic point of something, especially as attained after a long time.
Example
The project reached its culmination after years of effort.
プロジェクトは長年の努力の末、最高潮に達しました。
C2 noun /ˈkælvɪnɪzəm/

calvinism

カルヴァン主義
Meaning
A Protestant theological system based on John Calvin’s teachings, emphasizing predestination and the sovereignty of God.
Example
Calvinism played a major role in shaping Protestant theology.
カルヴァン主義はプロテスタント神学の形成に重要な役割を果たした。
B2 adjective /ˈlʌvəbl̩/

loveable

幸福
Meaning
easy to love; endearing or charming
Example
The puppy was so loveable that everyone wanted to hold it.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈfen.jʊ.griːk/

Fenugreek

フェヌグリーク
Meaning
an herb whose seeds and leaves are used as a spice in cooking
Example
Fenugreek seeds have a slightly bitter taste and are commonly used in Indian cuisine.
フェヌグリークの種は少し苦味があり、インディアン・カレーなどでよく使われます。
A2 noun /ʃɪp/

Ship

Meaning
a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas
Example
The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.
貨物船は夜明けに港を出発しました。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpækt/

Compact

コンパクト; 小さくて効率的にデザインされた
Meaning
closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed
Example
She bought a compact car that fits easily in small parking spaces.
彼女は小さな駐車スペースにも簡単に収まるコンパクトカーを買った。
C1 noun /ˈkɜːrnəl/

kernel

何かの中心; ナッツや種子の食べられる部分
Meaning
the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed
Example
The kernel of the argument was about fairness.
議論の核心は公平についてでした。
C1 adverb /ˈɡeɪ.li/

Gaily

陽気に; 楽しげに
Meaning
in a cheerful and lively manner
Example
The children danced gaily at the festival.
子供たちはお祭りで陽気に踊りました。
C2 adjective /ˈdɪsənənt/

dissonant

不協和音
Meaning
Harsh and lacking harmony; conflicting.
Example
The orchestra produced a dissonant sound during rehearsal.
オーケストラはリハーサル中に不協和音を発生させました。
B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

巡礼者; 旅行者
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
巡礼者は聖なる神殿に到達するために何日も歩きました。
C2 verb /ɪnˈtriːt/

entreat

懇願する
Meaning
To ask earnestly or beg someone to do something.
Example
She entreated him to stay a little longer.
彼女は彼にもう少し長くいてくれるように懇願した。
A2 adverb/adjective/verb /ˈfɜːrðər/

further

進める
Meaning
At a greater distance; to advance or promote something.
Example
She studied hard to further her career.
彼女はキャリアを進めるために一生懸命勉強した。
A2 verb /kənˈtɪnjuː/

continue

続ける
Meaning
To keep happening, existing, or doing something without stopping.
Example
The rain will continue throughout the night.
雨は一晩中続きます。
C1 noun /ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Mimic

模倣者; 模倣する;
Meaning
A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others
Example
The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.
才能ある模倣者は有名人を完璧に模倣できました。
C1 noun /ˈfɪʃˌmʌŋ.ɡər/

fishmonger

魚屋
Meaning
a person or store that sells fish
Example
I bought fresh salmon from the local fishmonger.
私は地元の魚屋で新鮮なサーモンを買いました。
C1 noun /dɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

denunciation

非難 / 公共の告発
Meaning
the public condemnation or accusation of someone or something
Example
The journalist's article was a strong denunciation of corruption.
ジャーナリストの記事は腐敗に対する強い非難でした。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

独占的に
Meaning
only; not shared with others
Example
This service is available exclusively to premium members.
このサービスはプレミアムメンバーのみが利用できます。
A2 noun /mæp/

map

地図
Meaning
a drawing that shows the features of an area of land or sea
Example
He studied the map before starting his journey.
彼は旅を始める前に地図を調べました。
C2 adjective /ˈmʌski/

musky

ムスクのような
Meaning
having a strong, sweet, earthy smell like musk
Example
The perfume had a musky fragrance.
その香水はムスクのような香りがしました。
B1 noun /ɪˈlɛkʃən/

election

選挙
Meaning
The process of choosing someone for public office by voting.
Example
The election will be held next month.
選挙は来月行われます。
C2 adjective /prɪˈhɛnsaɪl/

prehensile

把握するための適応
Meaning
adapted for seizing or grasping, especially by wrapping around an object
Example
The monkey used its prehensile tail to hang from the branch.
サルはそのプリヘンシル尾を使って枝からぶら下がっていた。
B1 noun /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/

application

申請 / アプリケーション / ソフトウェア
Meaning
a formal request for something; the act of putting something into operation; or a software program
Example
She submitted her application for the scholarship.
彼女は奨学金の申請を提出しました。
A1 noun /ˈbɒt.əl/

Bottle

ボトル
Meaning
a container with a narrow neck, typically made of glass or plastic, used for storing liquids
Example
She drank water from a plastic bottle.
彼女はプラスチックのボトルから水を飲んだ。
A1 pronoun /ðoʊz/

those

それら
Meaning
used to refer to people or things that are far away or distant in space, time, or thought
Example
Those are the shoes I want.
それらは私が欲しい靴です。
C2 noun /ˈfoʊ.li.oʊ/

folio

大きな本や写本
Meaning
A sheet of paper folded once to form two leaves (four pages) of a book; also a term for a large book or manuscript.
Example
The library houses an ancient Shakespeare folio.
図書館には古いシェイクスピアのフォリオがあります。
A2 noun /ʃiːt/

sheet

シーツ
Meaning
a large piece of cloth or paper, typically used to cover or protect something
Example
I need a clean sheet to cover the bed.
ベッドを覆うために清潔なシーツが必要です。
B1 adjective /ˈrʊr.əl/

Rural

田舎の
Meaning
relating to the countryside; characteristic of farming or country life
Example
She grew up in a rural area far from the city.
彼女は街から遠く離れた田舎の地域で育ちました。
C2 noun, verb /ˈmaɪər/

mire

Meaning
A stretch of swampy or boggy ground; as a verb, to entangle or involve someone in a difficult situation.
Example
The car was stuck in the mire after the heavy rain.
C2 noun /luːˈbrɪsɪti/

lubricity

滑りやすさ
Meaning
the quality of being slippery or smooth; sometimes also refers to lewdness
Example
The lubricity of the surface made it difficult to walk on.
表面の滑りやすさにより、歩くのが難しくなった。
B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

維持する
Meaning
To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.
Example
The team worked hard to sustain their success.
チームは彼らの成功を維持するために一生懸命働きました。
C1 noun /læns/

Lance

Meaning
a long weapon with a sharp metal point, used by soldiers on horseback
Example
The knight charged forward with his lance ready.
騎士は準備が整った槍を持って前進した。
B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

組織的
Meaning
relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group
Example
He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.
彼は会社の組織構造を改善するために働いています。
C2 adjective /ˌoʊpəˈlɛsənt/

opalescent

オパール色の
Meaning
showing or reflecting a milky, iridescent light like an opal
Example
The opalescent sky glowed with shades of pink and blue.
オパレッセントな空はピンクと青の色合いで輝いていた。
C2 verb /ɪnˈdɒktrɪˌneɪt/

indoctrinate

教義を押し付ける
Meaning
To teach someone to fully accept a set of beliefs or ideas without question.
Example
The regime tried to indoctrinate the youth with propaganda.
その政権は宣伝を通じて若者を洗脳しようとした。
C2 verb /ˈmæŋɡəl/

mangle

ひどく壊す
Meaning
to severely damage or mutilate something, often by tearing or crushing
Example
The car was mangled in the accident.
車は事故でひどく壊れた。
C2 noun /ˌbuː.ɡənˈvɪl.i.ə/

Bougainvillea

ブーゲンビリア
Meaning
a tropical climbing plant with colorful bracts surrounding small flowers
Example
The bougainvillea climbing over the garden wall creates a beautiful purple display.
庭の壁を登るブーゲンビリアが美しい紫色の展示を作り出します。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

意識的
Meaning
Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.
Example
She was fully conscious after the surgery.
手術後、彼女は完全に意識が戻った。
C2 adjective /ˌɪməˈmɔːriəl/

immemorial

不朽の
Meaning
Extending back beyond memory or record; ancient.
Example
The tradition has been followed since time immemorial.
その伝統は不朽の時代から受け継がれてきた。
C1 noun /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/

Piety

信仰心
Meaning
the quality of being religious or reverent; devout religious belief and practice
Example
His piety was evident in his daily prayers.
彼の信仰心は毎日の祈りに明らかでした。
C2 noun /sneɪk ɡɔːrd/

Snake gourd

ヘビウリ
Meaning
a long, curved vegetable that resembles a snake, commonly used in South Asian cuisine
Example
The snake gourd grows in a twisted, serpentine shape in the garden.
ヘビウリは庭で蛇のような形に曲がりながら育ちます。
C2 verb /ˈbæstərdaɪz/

bastardize

歪める
Meaning
to corrupt or debase something by altering it from its original form; to change in a way that reduces quality or purity
Example
Critics argue that the remake bastardized the original novel.
批評家たちはそのリメイクが原作を歪めたと言っている。
C1 noun /ˈmenəs/

Menace

脅威
Meaning
A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat
Example
The reckless driver was a menace to everyone on the road.
その無謀な運転手は道路のすべての人々にとって脅威だった。
C2 verb /fɔɪst/

foist

押し付ける
Meaning
To impose something unwelcome or unnecessary on someone.
Example
He tried to foist his old books onto his friends.
彼は友達に自分の古い本を押し付けようとしました。
C2 adjective /daɪˈɜːrnəl/

diurnal

昼行性
Meaning
active during the day; occurring daily
Example
Most birds are diurnal creatures, active in daylight hours.
ほとんどの鳥は昼行性の生き物で、日中に活動しています。
C1 adjective /pəˈrɪʒən/

parisian

パリに関連する
Meaning
relating to Paris or its people
Example
She wore a Parisian style dress at the party.
彼女はパリジャンスタイルのドレスをパーティーで着ていた。
A2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈtoʊ.təl/

total

合計
Meaning
the whole amount; complete
Example
The total cost was too high.
合計費用は高すぎました。
C1 adjective ɪˈneɪt

Innate

生まれつきのまたは自然の
Meaning
Existing from birth or natural
Example
She has an innate talent for music.
彼女は音楽において生まれつきの才能を持っている。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnbɪˈkʌmɪŋ/

unbecoming

不適切
Meaning
Not proper or appropriate for a person; unsuitable.
Example
His rude behavior was unbecoming of a leader.
彼の無礼な態度はリーダーとして不適切だった。
C2 noun /ˌɪntərˈsɛʃən/

intercession

仲介
Meaning
the act of intervening or pleading on behalf of another person
Example
The prisoner was released due to the intercession of influential leaders.
囚人は影響力のあるリーダーたちの仲介で釈放されました。
A2 verb /haɪd/

hide

隠す
Meaning
to put or keep out of sight; to conceal from view
Example
Children like to hide during games.
子供たちはゲームのときに隠れるのが好きです。
B2 noun draʊt

drought

干ばつ
Meaning
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.
Example
Drought impacts crop growth significantly.
干ばつは作物の成長に大きな影響を与えます。
C1 noun /ˈkɜːrlər/

curler

カーラー
Meaning
A small roller used for curling hair.
Example
She used a curler to style her hair for the party.
彼女はパーティーのために髪をスタイリングするためにカールラーを使った。
B2 noun /ˈɡuːs.ber.i/

Gooseberry

グーズベリー
Meaning
a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush
Example
Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.
グーズベリーはビタミンCが豊富で、優れたジャムを作ります。
C1 adjective /ˈmæn.əd/

mannered

不自然な / 気取った
Meaning
Having or showing a particular manner, especially an artificial or affected one.
Example
The actor’s performance was too mannered to feel natural.
俳優の演技はやりすぎて、自然には見えなかった。
B2 noun kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

商品
Meaning
A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.
Example
Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.
石油は世界市場で貴重な商品です。
B1 adjective ˌdem.əˈkræt.ɪk

democratic

民主的
Meaning
Relating to or supporting democracy or its principles.
Example
Democratic governance ensures equal rights.
民主的な統治は平等な権利を保証します。
C1 adjective /ɪˈvæljʊətɪv/

evaluative

評価的
Meaning
Relating to or involving evaluation or assessment.
Example
The evaluative phase of the project involves assessing its success.
プロジェクトの評価段階は、その成功を評価することを含みます。
A2 adjective /ˈkruːəl/

cruel

残酷
Meaning
Willfully causing pain or suffering to others, or feeling no concern about it.
Example
It was cruel to make fun of the injured boy.
負傷した男の子を笑うのは残酷だった。
C1 noun /əˈrɪs.tə.kræt/

Aristocrat

貴族; 高貴な血筋を持つ人
Meaning
a member of the aristocracy; a person of noble rank or birth
Example
The aristocrat lived in a magnificent castle.
そのアリストクラットは豪華な城に住んでいました。
C2 noun /hæɡ/

Hag

魔女
Meaning
an ugly old woman, especially a vicious or malicious one; a witch
Example
In the fairy tale, the wicked hag lived alone in a cottage deep in the forest.
おとぎ話では、邪悪な魔女が森の奥深くの小屋に一人で住んでいた。
B1 noun /ˈvəʊtə/

voter

有権者
Meaning
a person who votes in an election
Example
Voters lined up outside the polling station to cast their ballots.
有権者は投票所の外で列を作り、投票を行いました。
C1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈrɔt/

overwrought

興奮した / 過度に緊張した
Meaning
extremely agitated or nervous; excessively elaborate
Example
She was too overwrought to speak clearly after the accident.
事故後、彼女は興奮しすぎて、はっきりと話すことができなかった。
A1 verb /ˈoʊpən/

open

開ける
Meaning
to move something so as to allow access; to begin
Example
Please open the door for me.
ドアを開けてください。
C2 verb /bɪˈtroʊð/

betroth

婚約する
Meaning
To formally promise to marry someone; to engage.
Example
He was betrothed to the princess at a young age.
彼は若い頃、王女と婚約していた。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkər/

undertaker

葬儀屋
Meaning
A person whose job is to prepare the dead for burial and arrange funerals.
Example
The undertaker prepared the body for the funeral service.
葬儀屋は葬儀のために遺体を準備しました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈflæpəbəl/

unflappable

冷静沈着
Meaning
calm and composed, especially in difficult situations
Example
Despite the crisis, he remained unflappable and confident.
危機にもかかわらず、彼は冷静沈着で自信に満ちていた。
C1 noun /ˈhed.weɪ/

Headway

進展; 前進; 発展
Meaning
forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult
Example
Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine.
挑戦にもかかわらず、研究チームは新しいワクチンの開発において重要な進展を遂げました。
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。
B2 adverb /ˈflu:əntli/

Fluently

流暢に; スムーズに
Meaning
in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill
Example
She speaks French fluently.
彼女はフランス語を流暢に話す。
B1 noun /ˈtʃiːtər/

cheater

不正者
Meaning
a person who cheats or acts dishonestly to gain an advantage
Example
He was caught and labeled as a cheater during the exam.
彼は試験で不正者と呼ばれた。