C1 noun /ˌluː.brɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

lubrication

潤滑

Meaning

The action of applying a substance to reduce friction between surfaces in mutual contact.

Example

Lubrication of the eyes is essential for well-being.

目の潤滑は健康にとって重要です。

C2 verb /ˈfrɪtər/

fritter

浪費する

Meaning

To waste time, money, or energy on trivial matters.

Example

He frittered away his savings on unnecessary gadgets.

彼は無駄にお金を浪費しました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/

decisive

決定的

Meaning

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.

Example

Her decisive action saved the company from collapse.

彼女の決定的な行動が会社を崩壊から救った。

C1 noun /ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən/

trepidation

恐れ

Meaning

a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen

Example

She opened the letter with some trepidation.

彼女は少し恐れを抱えて手紙を開けた。

B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

さらに

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

さらに、私たちは早期予約に対する割引を提供しています。

A1 pronoun /maɪˈsɛlf/

myself

自分

Meaning

used for emphasis or to refer to oneself

Example

I will do it myself.

私は自分でそれをやります。

B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥だらけ

Meaning

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

Example

The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.

子供たちは外で遊んだ後、泥だらけの靴で帰ってきました。

B1 verb /səˈspɛkt/

suspect

疑う

Meaning

to believe that someone has done something wrong; to doubt or mistrust

Example

I suspect he is lying about his whereabouts.

彼が居場所について嘘をついていると思います。

C2 noun /ˈhɪl.sə fɪʃ/

Hilsa fish

ヒルサ魚

Meaning

a popular fish species found in South Asian rivers, especially prized in Bengali cuisine

Example

Hilsa fish is considered a delicacy in Bengali culture.

ヒルサフィッシュはベンガル文化ではごちそうと見なされています。

B1 adverb /ˈdaʊnwədz/

Downwards

下向き

Meaning

towards a lower place or position; in a downward direction

Example

The ball rolled downwards along the slope.

ボールは坂を下向きに転がった。

A1 pronoun /jɔːr/

your

あなたの

Meaning

used to indicate possession or association

Example

Your book is on the table.

あなたの本はテーブルの上にあります。

A1 preposition, adverb /bɪˈtwiːn/

between

間

Meaning

at, into, or across the space separating two objects or regions

Example

She sat between her two friends.

彼女は二人の友達の間に座っていた。

C1 noun /ˈsed.ɪ.mənt/

Sediment

堆積物

Meaning

matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid; particles deposited by water or wind

Example

The river carried sediment downstream during the flood.

川は洪水の間に堆積物を下流へ運んだ。

C1 verb /ˈkɪndəl/

kindle

灯す

Meaning

to light a fire; to arouse or inspire

Example

She kindled the campfire with dry wood.

彼女は乾いた木でキャンプファイヤーを灯しました。

C1 noun /səbˈmɪtəl/

submittal

提出

Meaning

the act of submitting something, especially a document for consideration or approval

Example

The contractor sent the submittal to the client for approval.

請負業者は承認のために提出物を顧客に送信しました。

C2 noun /ˈlɪɡ.ə.tʃər/

ligature

括弧

Meaning

A thing used for tying or binding tightly; in music/printing, two or more notes or letters joined together.

Example

The doctor used a ligature to stop the bleeding.

医者は出血を止めるためにリガチュアを使用しました。

C2 verb /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛnd/

superintend

監督する

Meaning

to oversee and direct the work or operation of something

Example

She was hired to superintend the construction project.

彼女は建設プロジェクトを監督するために雇われました。

C2 adverb /ˈbruːskli/ or /ˈbrʌskli/

brusquely

無愛想に

Meaning

in a blunt, abrupt, or rude manner

Example

She brusquely dismissed the suggestion.

彼女は無愛想に提案を拒否しました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/

Glamorous

魅力的; 華やかな; ファッショナブル;

Meaning

having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;

Example

The actress looked glamorous in her designer gown at the awards ceremony.

女優は授賞式でデザイナーのドレスを着て華やかに見えました。

C1 noun /ˈhɒrəˌskoʊp/

horoscope

ホロスコープ

Meaning

A forecast of a person's future based on the positions of the stars and planets at their birth.

Example

She read her horoscope every morning to see what the stars predicted.

彼女は毎朝、自分のホロスコープを読んで、星が何を予測したかを確認していました。

B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

カッコウ

Meaning

a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests

Example

We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.

朝早く、森の中でカッコウの声を聞きました。

C2 adjective /ˈflɪpənt/

flippant

軽薄な

Meaning

not showing a serious or respectful attitude

Example

His flippant remarks annoyed the teacher.

彼の軽薄な発言は教師をイライラさせた。

C1 adjective /ˈrek.wɪ.zɪt/

Requisite

必要な; 必須の

Meaning

made necessary by particular circumstances; required

Example

Good communication skills are requisite for this job.

この仕事には良いコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。

A1 verb /ˈfɒloʊ/

follow

従う

Meaning

to move behind someone or something; to go after or come after

Example

The children followed their teacher into the classroom.

子供たちは先生について教室に入りました。

C1 adjective /ˈplæsɪd/

placid

穏やかな、静かな

Meaning

calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed

Example

She had a placid expression despite the chaos around her.

彼女は周囲の混乱にもかかわらず、穏やかな表情をしていた。

A2 noun /ɪmˈplɔɪər/

employer

雇用者

Meaning

A person or organization that hires and pays people to work.

Example

The employer promised better benefits to attract skilled workers.

雇用者は熟練した労働者を引き付けるために、より良い福利厚生を約束しました。

B2 adjective /mjuːt/

Mute

無言の; 話せない; 音がない

Meaning

silent; unable to speak; without sound

Example

He remained mute during the entire meeting.

彼は会議中ずっと無言だった。

B1 noun /ˌkwɒl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Qualification

資格; 能力

Meaning

official record showing that someone has finished a training course or has necessary skills; condition or requirement

Example

She has the right qualifications for this engineering job.

彼女はこのエンジニアの仕事に必要な資格を持っています。

C1 adjective /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/

generic

ジェネリック

Meaning

characteristic of or relating to a whole group or class; not specific

Example

This medicine is available in generic form.

この薬はジェネリックの形態で提供されています。

C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

egoist

エゴイスト

Meaning

A person who is excessively concerned with themselves; someone who believes in or practices egoism.

Example

She avoided him because he was a selfish egoist.

彼女は彼を避けていた、なぜなら彼は利己的なエゴイストだったから。

A1 noun /raɪs/

Rice

ご飯

Meaning

a cereal grain that is a staple food in many countries

Example

We eat rice with curry for dinner.

私たちは夕食にカレーと一緒にご飯を食べます。

C1 adjective /ɪˈɡriːdʒəs/

egregious

ひどい

Meaning

Outstandingly bad; shocking.

Example

The company was fined for its egregious safety violations.

その会社はひどい安全違反で罰金を科されました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

魅了する

Meaning

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Example

The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.

ミステリー小説はすべての読者を魅了するでしょう。

B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

コウノトリ

Meaning

large wading bird with long legs and a long neck

Example

The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.

そのコウノトリは高い煙突の上に巣を作った。

C2 noun /ˈæntɪfɒn/

antiphon

アンティフォン

Meaning

a short chant or verse sung responsively in Christian worship, typically sung before or after a psalm or canticle

Example

The choir sang the antiphon before beginning the main hymn.

合唱団は主の賛歌を始める前にアンティフォンを歌いました。

C2 adverb /ˌsʌb ˈroʊzə/

sub rosa

秘密裏に

Meaning

secretly, in confidence, or in private

Example

The deal was made sub rosa to avoid public scrutiny.

取引はサブローザで行われ、公衆の監視を避けるためでした。

B2 noun/verb /ˈwɒf.əl/

waffle

ワッフル (食品), あいまいに話す

Meaning

as noun: a crisp cake with a pattern of deep squares; as verb: to speak or write vaguely without making a clear decision

Example

He kept waffling instead of making a decision.

彼は決定を下す代わりに、ずっと迷っていました。

C1 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.ləs/

pitiless

無慈悲

Meaning

showing no pity or compassion; cruel

Example

The pitiless ruler ignored the suffering of his people.

無慈悲な支配者は自分の民の苦しみを無視した。

A2 noun /ˈprɪn.ses/

princess

王女

Meaning

a female royal family member, especially the daughter of a king or queen; a woman regarded as noble, cherished, or elegant

Example

The princess waved to the crowd from the palace balcony.

王女は宮殿のバルコニーから群衆に手を振った。

B2 noun /ˌɡriːn ˈen.ə.dʒi/

green energy

グリーンエネルギー

Meaning

Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.

Example

Green energy reduces environmental harm.

グリーンエネルギーは環境へのダメージを減らします。

C1 noun /ˌɪməˈrælɪti/

immorality

不道徳

Meaning

the quality of being immoral; behavior that violates accepted moral standards

Example

The community condemned the immorality of the corrupt officials.

地域社会は腐敗した役人の不道徳を非難した。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

多言語の

Meaning

Able to speak or written in several languages.

Example

She grew up in a multilingual household.

彼女は多言語の家庭で育ちました。

A2 noun /ˈæroʊ/

arrow

矢

Meaning

a thin, straight weapon with a pointed tip, shot from a bow

Example

The hunter shot an arrow at the target.

猟師はターゲットに矢を射った。

C1 noun /ˈrɑːstər/

roster

リスト

Meaning

A list or plan showing people’s duties or times when they are scheduled.

Example

The manager updated the staff roster for next week.

マネージャーは来週のスタッフリストを更新しました。

B1 noun /ˈɝːθ.kweɪk/

earthquake

地震

Meaning

A sudden and violent shaking of the ground as a result of movements within the earth's crust.

Example

A powerful earthquake struck Japan last night.

昨晩、日本で強い地震が発生しました。

C1 noun /ˈpærəbl/

parable

寓話

Meaning

A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.

Example

Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths.

イエスはしばしば深い真理を伝えるために寓話を使って教えていました。

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 noun /ˈkævərn/

cavern

洞窟

Meaning

a large cave or chamber in a cave

Example

The explorers entered a dark cavern beneath the mountain.

探検家たちは山の下にある暗い洞窟に入った。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɪəriər/

interior

インテリア

Meaning

the inside part of something; inner area of a place or object

Example

The interior of the hotel was beautifully decorated.

ホテルのインテリアは美しく装飾されていました。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

回路 / 電気回路

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

ランナーは公園の周りの回路を完了しました。

C2 noun /ˈɪn.dɪ.dʒəns/

indigence

貧困

Meaning

a state of extreme poverty or destitution

Example

The charity was founded to help people living in indigence.

その慈善団体は貧困の中で生活している人々を助けるために設立されました。

C1 adjective /ˈtɛn.ju.əs/

tenuous

弱い / 薄い

Meaning

Very weak, thin, or slight; lacking a strong basis.

Example

The evidence against him is quite tenuous.

彼に対する証拠はかなり弱いです。

A2 noun /ˈpɪloʊ/

Pillow

枕

Meaning

a soft cushion used to support the head while sleeping

Example

She rested her head on the soft pillow.

彼女は柔らかい枕の上に頭を置きました。

C1 adjective /haɪˈdrɔːlɪk/

hydraulic

油圧の

Meaning

operated by the pressure of liquid, especially water or oil

Example

The mechanic repaired the hydraulic system of the machine.

機械工は機械の油圧システムを修理しました。

B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

感傷的な

Meaning

having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences

Example

She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.

彼女は昔の家族写真を見て感傷的になった。

C1 noun /ˌɪntərˈdʒɛkʃən/

interjection

感嘆詞

Meaning

a word or phrase used to express sudden emotion or reaction, often standing alone

Example

Words like 'wow' and 'ouch' are common interjections in English.

'わお'や'痛っ'は英語でよく使われる感嘆詞です。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

氷のような; 非常に冷たい; 敵対的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

氷のような風が皆を震えさせた。

B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

速い; 素早い; 機敏な;

Meaning

moving or happening quickly; fast

Example

The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.

速い配送サービスは1時間以内に到着しました。

C1 adjective ˈɪn.tər.ɪm

interim

暫定的

Meaning

In or for the intervening period; provisional or temporary.

Example

Interim governments manage transitional phases.

暫定政府は移行段階を管理します。

C1 adjective /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪk/

orthopedic

骨や筋肉の変形の修正に関連する

Meaning

Relating to the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example

She visited an orthopedic surgeon for her back pain.

彼女は背中の痛みのために整形外科医に行った。

B2 adjective /ˈfʌsi/

fussy

わがまま

Meaning

hard to please; very concerned with details

Example

The child is very fussy about what she eats.

その子供は食べるものにとてもわがままです。

C2 noun /ˈhaɪərlɪŋ/

hireling

傭兵

Meaning

A person who works for payment only, often with little loyalty or principle.

Example

The mercenary was dismissed as just a hireling with no real loyalty.

傭兵は、忠誠心のないただのハイヤーリングとして解雇された。

C2 adjective /blaɪð/

blithe

無頓着

Meaning

Showing a casual and cheerful indifference considered improper or carefree happiness.

Example

She had a blithe disregard for the rules.

彼女はルールを無頓着に無視した。

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。

B1 noun /saɪt/

site

場所

Meaning

a location or place, often used for a specific purpose, such as a construction site or a website

Example

The construction site is ready for the next phase of the project.

建設現場は次のプロジェクトの段階に進む準備ができています。

C1 noun /bɪˈtreɪər/

Betrayer

裏切り者; 不忠者

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something; one who is disloyal

Example

The betrayer was exposed and faced severe consequences.

裏切り者は暴露され、厳しい結果に直面しました。

B1 noun /tʃest/

Chest

胸部; 箱

Meaning

the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box

Example

The doctor listened to his chest with a stethoscope.

医者は聴診器で彼の胸部を聞いた。

C1 noun /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk ˈɪn.saɪts/

strategic insights

戦略的洞察

Meaning

Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.

Example

Strategic insights guide policymaking.

戦略的洞察は政策立案を導く。

C1 adjective /rɪˈzɪstɪv/

resistive

抵抗性

Meaning

tending to resist or oppose; in physics, relating to electrical resistance

Example

The material has resistive properties that slow down current flow.

その材料は、電流の流れを遅くする抵抗性の特性を持っています。

C1 noun /ˈɑːr.sən.əl/

arsenal

兵器庫

Meaning

A collection or storage place for weapons and military equipment.

Example

The army kept its weapons in a secure arsenal.

軍隊は武器を安全な兵器庫に保管していた。

C1 noun /ˈkɒnɪfər/

conifer

針葉樹

Meaning

a type of tree that bears cones and evergreen needle-like leaves, such as pine or fir

Example

The forest is dominated by conifers like pine and spruce.

森林は松やモミの木などの針葉樹によって支配されています。

B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

アクセシビリティ

Meaning

Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.

Example

Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.

改善されたアクセシビリティは、障害を持つ人々を助けます。

C2 noun, verb /ˈtræməl/

trammel

制限

Meaning

A restriction or impediment to freedom of action; to restrict.

Example

The strict rules trammel the creativity of the students.

厳格な規則は学生の創造性を制限しています。

C1 noun /ɪnˈtɛstɪn/

intestine

腸

Meaning

The part of the digestive system where food is digested and absorbed, extending from the stomach to the anus.

Example

The doctor explained how nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine.

医者は、小腸で栄養素がどのように吸収されるかを説明しました。

C1 noun fluˈɪd.ɪ.ti

fluidity

流動性

Meaning

The ability of a substance to flow easily; smooth and graceful movement or style.

Example

The fluidity of the dancer's movements was mesmerizing.

ダンサーの動きの流動性は魅惑的でした。

C1 noun /ˈlʌstər/

luster

光沢

Meaning

a gentle sheen or soft glow, especially from a polished surface

Example

The diamond had a brilliant luster.

ダイヤモンドは輝く光沢を持っていた。

B2 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

データベース

Meaning

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Example

The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.

会社の顧客情報は安全なデータベースに保存されています。

C1 adjective /rɪˈbel.jəs/

Rebellious

反抗的な; 不従順な; 権威に反発する;

Meaning

defying authority; resisting control; disobedient;

Example

The rebellious teenager refused to follow his parents' rules.

反抗的なティーンエイジャーは、両親の規則に従うことを拒否した。

C1 noun /rɪˈvɒl.vər/

Revolver

リボルバー

Meaning

a pistol with revolving chambers enabling several shots to be fired without reloading

Example

The detective drew his revolver from its holster.

探偵はホルスターからリボルバーを抜き取った。

C2 noun /əˈspær.ə.ɡəs biːn/

Asparagus bean

アスパラガス豆

Meaning

a long, thin green vegetable pod that grows on vines; also known as yard-long bean

Example

The asparagus bean grows up to three feet long and is commonly used in Asian cooking.

アスパラガス豆は最大で三フィートの長さになり、アジア料理で一般的に使用されます。

C1 adjective /pəˈtɜːrnəl/

paternal

父性的

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a father.

Example

He took a paternal interest in the boy’s education.

彼はその男の子の教育に父性的な関心を示しました。

C1 adjective ˌɪn.tə.dʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən.əl

intergenerational

世代間、異なる世代間で発生する

Meaning

Existing or occurring between different generations of a family.

Example

Intergenerational wisdom ensures cultural continuity.

インタージェネレーショナルな知恵は文化的継続性を確保する。

B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/

Provision

備蓄

Meaning

supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation

Example

The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.

政府は洪水時の緊急供給のために備蓄を行いました。

B2 noun /ˈwʊd.pek.ər/

Woodpecker

キツツキ

Meaning

a bird that pecks at tree bark to find insects and create nesting holes

Example

The woodpecker hammered against the oak tree.

キツツキはオークの木を叩いた。

C1 noun /roʊz ˈber.i/

Rose berry

ローズベリー

Meaning

a type of berry with rose-like characteristics or flavor

Example

The rose berry has a delicate floral taste that reminds me of roses.

ローズベリーはバラのような繊細な花の風味があり、バラを思い出させます。

C1 verb /ˌriːˈmɒdəl/

remodel

改装する

Meaning

To change the structure or form of something, especially a building.

Example

They decided to remodel their kitchen last summer.

彼らは昨年の夏にキッチンをリモデルすることに決めました。

C1 noun /ˈprɒvɪdəns/

providence

神の摂理

Meaning

the protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power; foresight or prudence

Example

They believed their survival was due to divine providence.

彼らは自分たちの生存が神の摂理によるものであると信じていました。

B1 noun /rɪˈsɔːrs/

resource

資源

Meaning

A supply of materials, money, or assets that can be used when needed.

Example

Water is a vital natural resource.

水は重要な自然資源です。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

unbiased

偏見のない

Meaning

Not showing prejudice; impartial and fair.

Example

The report gave an unbiased view of the situation.

レポートは状況の偏りのない見解を示しました。

C2 verb, noun /blæb/

blab

ぺらぺら話す；秘密を漏らす

Meaning

to talk too much or reveal secrets carelessly; excessive or foolish talk

Example

He accidentally blabbed the surprise to everyone.

彼はうっかりサプライズをみんなに話してしまった。

C1 adjective /ɪkˈstætɪk/

ecstatic

興奮している

Meaning

Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or excitement.

Example

The fans were ecstatic after their team won the championship.

ファンたちはチームがチャンピオンになった後、興奮していました。

C2 adjective, adverb /ˈsaɪdlɔːŋ/

sidelong

斜め目線

Meaning

Directed to the side; indirect, furtive, or not straightforward.

Example

She gave him a sidelong glance across the room.

彼女は部屋を横切って彼に斜め目線を送った。

B1 adjective /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/

Ambitious

野心的

Meaning

having strong desire for success or achievement; aspiring

Example

She is ambitious and works hard to achieve her goals.

彼女は野心的で、目標を達成するために一生懸命働いています。

C1 adjective /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪk/

enigmatic

謎めいた

Meaning

mysterious and difficult to interpret or understand

Example

He gave me an enigmatic smile.

彼は私に謎めいた笑顔を見せた。

C2 noun /ˈriːdʒənt/

regent

摂政

Meaning

a person who rules in place of a monarch when the monarch is absent or too young

Example

The prince acted as regent until the king came of age.

王子は王が成人するまで摂政として行動した。

C2 noun /əˈmæl.ɡəm/

amalgam

混合物

Meaning

a mixture or blend of different things

Example

The new policy is an amalgam of several previous laws.

新しい政策は、いくつかの以前の法律の混合物です。

C2 verb /ˈkæstreɪt/

castrate

去勢する

Meaning

To remove the testicles of a male animal or human.

Example

The farmer castrated the young bulls to make them easier to manage.

農夫は若い雄牛を去勢して、管理しやすくした。

C1 noun /ˈpɛnɪtəns/

penitence

懺悔

Meaning

The action or feeling of showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong.

Example

His eyes were full of penitence after realizing his mistake.

自分の間違いに気づいた後、彼の目は懺悔に満ちていた。

C1 noun /noʊˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Nobility

高貴さ; 高い階級

Meaning

the quality of being noble in character; people of noble rank

Example

He showed great nobility in forgiving his enemies.

彼は敵を許すことで大きな高貴さを示しました。

C1 noun kənˈsɔː.ti.əm

consortium

コンソーシアム

Meaning

An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the resources of any one member.

Example

The consortium worked collaboratively to build the cable.

コンソーシアムはケーブルの建設に協力しました。

C2 noun /skriːd/

screed

長く退屈な文書

Meaning

a long, tedious piece of writing or speech; also a layer of material like cement spread on a surface

Example

He delivered a long screed against corruption.

彼は腐敗に反対する長いスピーチをしました。

C2 noun /broʊɡ/

brogue

丈夫な靴; アクセント

Meaning

A strong outdoor shoe; also a marked accent, especially Irish or Scottish.

Example

He bought a pair of stylish brogues for the wedding.

彼は結婚式のためにおしゃれなブローグを買いました。

C2 noun /pɛlf/

pelf

不正な金

Meaning

Money, especially when gained dishonorably.

Example

The corrupt official was motivated only by pelf.

腐敗した公務員は不正な金でしか動機づけられなかった。

C1 adjective /ɪˈnæmərd/

enamored

夢中

Meaning

filled with love or admiration

Example

He became enamored with classical music after attending the concert.

彼はコンサートに参加した後、クラシック音楽に魅了されました。

C1 noun /rɪˈkɜr.əns/

Recurrence

再発

Meaning

the fact of something happening again; an instance of something happening again

Example

The doctor was concerned about the recurrence of the patient's symptoms.

医師は患者の症状の再発について懸念していました。

C1 adjective /ˈɪnərmoʊst/

Innermost

最も深い; 最も個人的な

Meaning

most private and secret; deepest; most personal

Example

She shared her innermost feelings with her closest friend.

彼女は最も深い感情を最も親しい友人と共有しました。

A1 noun /piːs/

piece

一片

Meaning

a portion or part of something

Example

He gave me a piece of cake.

彼は私にケーキの一切れをくれました。

C1 noun /ˌmɒd.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

modulation

声のコントロール

Meaning

The process of varying or controlling something.

Example

Proper modulation of voice enhances communication skills.

音声の適切なモジュレーションは、コミュニケーションスキルを向上させます。

C1 noun /ˌɑːsɪˈleɪʃən/

oscillation

振動

Meaning

The movement back and forth at a regular speed.

Example

The oscillation of the pendulum controls the clock.

振り子の振動が時計を制御します。

C1 noun /ˈflæn.əl/

Flannel

フランネル

Meaning

a soft woven fabric, typically made of wool or cotton and slightly milled and raised

Example

He wore a warm flannel shirt in winter.

彼は冬に暖かいフランネルシャツを着ていました。

C1 adjective /ˈheɪ.nəs/

Heinous

凶悪

Meaning

extremely wicked or evil; abominable; morally reprehensible

Example

The heinous crime shocked the entire community.

その凶悪な犯罪はコミュニティ全体を衝撃を与えた。

Meaning

Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

Example

The brevity of the speech kept the audience engaged.

C1 verb /rɪˈdrɛs/

redress

是正する

Meaning

to set right, remedy, or compensate for a wrong or grievance

Example

The company promised to redress the complaints of its customers.

その会社は顧客の苦情を是正すると約束しました。

C2 noun /ˌɒnəˈreəriəm/

honorarium

謝礼

Meaning

A payment given for professional services that are rendered without a fee.

Example

The guest lecturer received an honorarium for her talk.

ゲスト講師は彼女の講演に対して謝礼を受け取った。