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C1 adjective /məˈtɪk.jə.ləs/

meticulous

非常に注意深く、詳細に正確に
Meaning
Extremely careful and precise in attention to detail
Example
A meticulous researcher checks every detail before publishing.
慎重な研究者は、公開する前にすべての詳細を確認します。
C1 noun /mɔːˈtæləti/

mortality

死亡率
Meaning
the state of being subject to death; the death rate of a population
Example
Advancements in medicine have reduced child mortality significantly.
医療の進歩により、乳児死亡率が大幅に減少しました。
C1 verb /ˈmʌtər/

mutter

呟く
Meaning
to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation
Example
He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.
彼は歩きながら何かを呟いた。
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

モノカルチャー
Meaning
The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Example
Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.
モノカルチャーは土壌の劣化や害虫への脆弱性の増加を引き起こす可能性があります。
C1 adjective /ˈmæn.li/

Manly

男らしい; 勇敢な; 大胆な
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with men; brave; courageous
Example
He showed manly courage during the crisis.
危機の中で、彼は男らしい勇気を示しました。
C1 noun /ˈmjuːtɪni/

mutiny

反乱
Meaning
an open rebellion against authority, especially by soldiers or sailors
Example
The sailors staged a mutiny against their captain.
船員たちはキャプテンに対して反乱を起こした。
C1 adverb /ˈmiːk.li/

Meekly

従順に; おとなしく
Meaning
in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest
Example
He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
彼は反論せずに従順に批判を受け入れた。
C1 noun /ˈmɪlɪtəˌrɪzəm/

militarism

軍国主義
Meaning
The belief in maintaining a strong military and using it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
Example
The rise of militarism in the region caused tension among neighboring countries.
地域での軍国主義の台頭は、隣国間の緊張を引き起こしました。
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/

Mistrust

不信
Meaning
Lack of trust; suspicion or doubt about someone or something
Example
There was deep mistrust between the two political parties.
二つの政治的政党の間に深い不信があった。
C1 noun ˈmiːdiə ˈdɒmɪnəns

media dominance

メディア支配
Meaning
The control and powerful influence that media has over communication and information distribution in society.
Example
The internet has enhanced media dominance globally.
インターネットは世界的にメディア支配を強化した。
C1 adverb /ˈmɪdweɪ/

Midway

中途; 真ん中で
Meaning
halfway; at or to the middle point
Example
The project is midway through completion.
プロジェクトは完了に向かってミッドウェイにあります。
C1 adjective, verb /muːt/

moot

Meaning
Adjective: subject to debate or irrelevant. Verb: to suggest an idea for discussion.
Example
The issue of funding became a moot point after the project was canceled.
C1 noun /ˈmedoʊ/

Meadow

草地
Meaning
A piece of grassland, especially one used for hay
Example
The cows grazed peacefully in the green meadow.
牛は緑の草地で平和に草を食べていた。
C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.ləs/

Merciless

容赦ない; 残酷な;
Meaning
showing no mercy or pity; cruel and heartless
Example
The merciless dictator showed no compassion.
容赦のない独裁者は、同情を示さなかった。
C1 noun /ˈmætrəˌmoʊni/

matrimony

結婚
Meaning
The state of being married; marriage.
Example
They entered into matrimony after years of friendship.
彼らは何年もの友情の後、結婚しました。
C1 noun /ˈmɒk.ər.i/

Mockery

嘲笑; からかい;
Meaning
teasing and contemptuous language or behavior; ridicule
Example
His speech was met with mockery from the audience.
彼のスピーチは聴衆から嘲笑されました。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈmɑːrʃən/

martian

火星人
Meaning
Related to the planet Mars; or an imaginary being from Mars.
Example
The movie showed a Martian visiting Earth.
映画は火星人が地球を訪れるシーンを見せた。
C1 adjective /məˈnɒtənəs/

Monotonous

単調な; 退屈な; 繰り返しの
Meaning
lacking in variety; tediously unvarying; boring and repetitive
Example
The monotonous sound of the rain made everyone feel sleepy.
雨の単調な音がみんなを眠くさせた。
C1 noun /ˈmiːknəs/

Meekness

謙遜
Meaning
The quality of being quiet, gentle, and submissive
Example
His meekness was often mistaken for weakness by his colleagues.
彼の謙遜はしばしば同僚に弱さだと誤解された。
C1 noun /ˈmæɡneɪt/

Magnate

大物; ビジネスや産業で裕福で影響力のある人物
Meaning
A wealthy and powerful businessperson or industrialist
Example
The oil magnate owned dozens of refineries across the country.
その石油マグネートは、国内に数十の精製所を所有していました。
C1 noun /ˈmænəˌrɪzəm/

Mannerism

癖
Meaning
A habitual gesture or way of speaking or behaving; an idiosyncrasy
Example
His constant throat clearing had become an annoying mannerism.
彼の絶え間ない喉の清掃は迷惑な癖になっていた。
C1 verb məˈtæb.ə.laɪz

metabolize

成長のために食物を処理して利用する
Meaning
Process and use food for growth and to replace tissue, or process other substances in the body.
Example
The liver helps to metabolize toxins.
肝臓は毒素をメタボライズするのを助けます。
C1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən.ɛr.i/

Missionary

宣教師
Meaning
A person sent on a religious mission to promote their faith in a foreign country
Example
The missionary spent years teaching and helping people in remote villages.
宣教師は遠隔地の村で何年も人々に教え、助けてきました。
C1 noun /mɔːs/

Moss

苔
Meaning
a small flowerless plant that grows in clumps in moist places
Example
Green moss covered the old stone wall.
緑の苔が古い石の壁を覆っていました。
C1 verb /mɑːrd/

marred

台無しにする
Meaning
to spoil or damage the quality or appearance of something
Example
The celebration was marred by bad weather.
お祝いは悪天候で台無しになりました。
C1 noun ˌmɪt.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

mitigation

緩和
Meaning
The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.
Example
Mitigation of climate change requires collective effort.
気候変動の緩和には共同の努力が必要です。
C1 noun nɪˈmɒnɪks

mnemonics

記憶術、助記符
Meaning
A technique to aid memory; a device such as a pattern of letters, ideas, or associations
Example
Mnemonics help in remembering complex concepts easily.
ニーモニクスは複雑な概念を簡単に覚えるのに役立ちます。
C1 noun /moʊl/

Mole

モグラ
Meaning
a small burrowing mammal with tiny eyes and soft fur
Example
The mole dug tunnels under the garden.
モグラは庭の下にトンネルを掘った。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɒnəkrəʊm/

monochrome

モノクローム
Meaning
A photograph, painting, or screen image in black and white or varying tones of one color.
Example
The old film was shot entirely in monochrome.
その古い映画は完全にモノクロームで撮影されました。
C1 adjective /ˈmɜːki/

murky

濁った
Meaning
Dark, gloomy, and difficult to see through; obscure.
Example
We avoided swimming in the murky river.
私たちは濁った川で泳ぐのを避けました。
C1 adjective /ˈmuː.və.bl̩/

Movable

可動の; ポータブル; 移動可能
Meaning
capable of being moved; not fixed in position
Example
The furniture is movable so we can rearrange the room easily.
家具は可動なので、部屋を簡単に再配置できます。
C1 adjective /ˌmer.ɪˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Meritorious

称賛に値する
Meaning
deserving reward or praise; commendable; worthy of recognition
Example
His meritorious service to the community was recognized.
彼の社会への価値ある貢献は認められました。
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈmænɪdʒ/

mismanage

Meaning
to handle or control something badly or inefficiently
Example
The company went bankrupt because it was mismanaged for years.
C1 noun /mɑːrʃ/

Marsh

湿地
Meaning
An area of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide
Example
The endangered birds built their nests in the protected marsh.
絶滅危惧種の鳥は保護された湿地に巣を作った。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.waɪf/

midwife

助産師
Meaning
A person, typically a woman, trained to assist women during childbirth.
Example
The midwife stayed with the mother throughout her labor.
助産師は出産中ずっと母親と一緒にいました。
C1 noun /ˈmɑː.kɪt ˌpen.ɪˈtreɪ.ʃən/

Market Penetration

市場浸透
Meaning
A measure of the amount of sales or adoption of a product or service compared to the total theoretical market for that product or service.
Example
High market penetration ensures competitive dominance.
市場浸透が競争優位性を確保する。
C1 adverb /maɪˈnjuːtli/

Minutely

慎重に
Meaning
in very small detail; extremely carefully
Example
The detective examined the evidence minutely.
探偵は証拠を慎重に調べました。
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

misrepresent

Meaning
to give a false or misleading account of something
Example
The lawyer accused the witness of trying to misrepresent the facts.
C1 noun /maɪm/

Mime

パントマイム; パントマイムの俳優
Meaning
A performer who acts without words, using only gestures and body movements
Example
The street mime entertained the crowd with his invisible box routine.
ストリートマイムは、見えない箱のルーチンで群衆を楽しませました。
C1 adjective /ˈmɒdʒʊlər/

modular

モジュラー
Meaning
Employing or involving a module or modules as the basis of design or construction.
Example
The modular design allows for easy customization and scalability.
モジュラー設計は簡単なカスタマイズとスケーラビリティを提供します。
C1 noun /moʊˈtiːf/

motif

Meaning
A recurring theme, subject, or idea in a work of art or literature.
Example
The motif of love is central to the novel.
C1 noun /ˈmɔː.tər ænd ˈpes.əl/

Mortar and Pestle

モルタルと乳鉢
Meaning
a bowl and grinding tool used to crush and grind spices, herbs, and other substances
Example
She ground the spices using a mortar and pestle.
彼女はモルタルと乳鉢を使って香辛料を挽いた。
C1 noun /meər/

Mare

雌馬
Meaning
an adult female horse
Example
The beautiful mare galloped across the meadow.
美しい雌馬が草原を駆け抜けた。
C1 adjective /ˈmærɪtəl/

marital

結婚に関する
Meaning
Relating to marriage or the relationship between husband and wife.
Example
They sought counseling to resolve their marital issues.
彼らは結婚問題を解決するためにカウンセリングを受けました。
C1 adjective ˌmæk.roʊ.iː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk

macroeconomic

マクロ経済的
Meaning
Relating to the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.
Example
Government policies impact macroeconomic stability.
政府の政策はマクロ経済的安定に影響を与える。
C1 noun /ˌmænɪˈfɛstoʊ/

manifesto

マニフェスト
Meaning
a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party
Example
The party released its manifesto before the election.
党は選挙前にマニフェストを発表した。
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 /ˈmʌf.lər/

Muffler

マフラー
Meaning
a long strip of cloth worn around the neck for warmth
Example
She wrapped a warm muffler around her neck before going outside.
彼女は外に出る前に暖かいマフラーを首に巻いた。
C1 adjective /ˌmiːtiˈɔːrɪk/

meteoric

流星に関連する; 非常に迅速で、しばしば一時的な。
Meaning
Relating to meteors; very rapid and often temporary.
Example
The singer’s meteoric rise to fame surprised everyone.
歌手の流星のような名声の上昇は皆を驚かせた。
C1 noun /ˈmænɪkɪn/

mannequin

マネキン
Meaning
a life-sized model of a human figure used by shops to display clothes
Example
The mannequin in the shop window was dressed in a red gown.
ショップのウィンドウのマネキンは赤いドレスを着ていた。
C1 noun /ˈmɒdɪfaɪər/

modifier

修飾語
Meaning
a word or element that changes, limits, or describes the meaning of another word; something that alters or adjusts
Example
In the phrase 'very cold', 'very' is a modifier of 'cold'.
「very cold」という句では、「very」は「cold」を修飾する語です。
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 /mɪkst ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

mixed economy

混合経済
Meaning
An economic system where both government and private sector operate together.
Example
Most countries today follow a mixed economy model.
現在、ほとんどの国が混合経済モデルを採用しています。
C1 noun moʊst ˈvʌlnərəbəl ˈneɪʃən

most vulnerable nation

最も脆弱な国
Meaning
A country that is highly exposed to risks and lacks adequate protection or resilience.
Example
Bangladesh is one of the most vulnerable nations to climate change.
バングラデシュは気候変動に最も脆弱な国の一つです。
C1 noun /ˈmɔːr.ɡɪʤ/

Mortgage

住宅ローン
Meaning
a legal agreement by which a bank lends money to buy property
Example
They took out a mortgage to buy their first house.
彼らは最初の家を買うために住宅ローンを組みました。
C1 adjective /ˈmaɪzərli/

miserly

けちな
Meaning
Unwilling to spend money; stingy.
Example
She lived a miserly life, refusing to buy anything new.
彼女はけちな生活を送り、新しいものを買うことを拒んでいた。
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəˌθiːɪzəm/

monotheism

一神教
Meaning
The belief in the existence of only one God.
Example
Islam and Christianity are religions based on monotheism.
イスラム教とキリスト教は一神教に基づいている。
C1 noun /ˈmeɪsən/

mason

石工
Meaning
a person skilled in building with stone, brick, or concrete
Example
The mason carefully laid the bricks for the new house.
石工は新しい家のために慎重にレンガを積みました。
C1 verb /ˈmɒd.jʊ.leɪt/

modulate

調整する
Meaning
To change the strength, tone, or pitch of something; to adjust or regulate.
Example
A good speaker knows how to modulate their voice.
良いスピーカーは、自分の声を調整する方法を知っています。
C1 adjective /maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

microbial

微生物の
Meaning
Related to bacteria, fungi, and other microscopic organisms.
Example
Microbial activity in the soil improves fertility.
土壌中の微生物活動は肥沃度を改善します。
C1 noun /ˈmʌltɪplaɪər/

multiplier

乗数
Meaning
a number or factor by which another number is multiplied; something that increases the effect or value of something else
Example
In economics, government spending can act as a multiplier for economic growth.
経済学では、政府支出が成長の乗数となることがある。
C1 noun /ˈmɔːrtər/

mortar

レンガをつなげるための混合物 / 小さな大砲
Meaning
a mixture used in building to bond bricks or stones together; also, a small cannon for firing shells
Example
The workers applied mortar between the bricks.
作業員たちはレンガの間にモルタルを塗りました。
C1 noun /ˈmɒn.ə.stər.i/

Monastery

修道院; アシュラム
Meaning
a building or group of buildings where monks live and worship
Example
The ancient monastery was built on a hilltop.
古代の修道院は丘の頂上に建てられました。
C1 adjective /ˈmeʒ.ər.ə.bəl/

Measurable

測定可能な; 定量的な
Meaning
able to be measured; quantifiable
Example
The project's success was measurable by increased sales.
プロジェクトの成功は売上の増加で測定可能でした。
C1 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd/

multifaceted

多面的
Meaning
Having many different aspects or features
Example
The multifaceted approach to the problem resulted in innovative solutions.
問題に対する多面的なアプローチは革新的な解決策を生み出しました。
C1 adjective ˌmiː.ti.ər.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

meteorological

気象の
Meaning
Relating to weather conditions and atmospheric phenomena.
Example
Meteorological conditions affect farming cycles.
気象条件は農業サイクルに影響を及ぼす。
C1 adjective /ˈmɜː(r)dərəs/

Murderous

殺人的; 殺意を持っている; 極端に暴力的; 血に飢えた
Meaning
having the intent to kill; extremely violent; bloodthirsty
Example
The murderous look in his eyes frightened everyone.
彼の目にあった殺人的な視線はみんなを恐怖させた。
C1 verb /ˌmɪsˈriːd/

misread

誤って読む
Meaning
to read something incorrectly or interpret wrongly
Example
He misread the instructions and built the shelf incorrectly.
彼は指示を誤読して棚を間違って作った。
C1 noun /ˈmɒn.ɑːk/

Monarch

君主
Meaning
a sovereign ruler, especially a king or queen
Example
The monarch addressed the nation on television.
モナークはテレビで国民に演説を行いました。
C1 noun /məˈtɪəriəlɪzəm/

Materialism

物質主義
Meaning
A tendency to consider material possessions more important than spiritual values
Example
The rise of materialism in modern society concerns many philosophers.
現代社会における物質主義の台頭は、多くの哲学者を懸念させています。
C1 adjective /ˈmɔːtəl/

Mortal

死すべき運命; 限られた寿命の; 人間
Meaning
subject to death; having a limited lifespan; human
Example
All human beings are mortal and will eventually die.
すべての人間は死すべき運命にあり、最終的に死ぬ。
C1 adjective /məˈləʊ.di.əs/

Melodious

メロディアス
Meaning
having a pleasant musical sound; tuneful
Example
Her melodious voice captivated the entire audience.
彼女のメロディアスな声は、観客全員を魅了しました。
C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.fəl/

Merciful

慈悲深い; 同情的な
Meaning
showing compassion or forgiveness; kind and forgiving
Example
The merciful judge gave him a lighter sentence.
慈悲深い裁判官は彼に軽い判決を与えました。
C1 noun /ˈmuːdi.nəs/

moodiness

気まぐれ
Meaning
The state of being frequently subject to changes in mood, especially irritability or sadness.
Example
Her moodiness made it difficult to predict how she would react.
彼女の気まぐれは、彼女がどのように反応するかを予測するのを難しくしました。
C1 noun /ˈmaʊθ.fʊl/

mouthful

一口
Meaning
the amount of food or drink that fills the mouth, or a long and difficult word or phrase
Example
He took a big mouthful of water after the run.
彼はランニングの後で大きな一口水を飲んだ。
C1 adverb /ˈmerɪli/

Merrily

楽しそうに
Meaning
in a cheerful and joyful manner
Example
The children played merrily in the garden.
子供たちは庭で楽しそうに遊んでいました。
C1 noun məˈnɒp.əl.i

monopoly

独占
Meaning
The exclusive possession or control of the supply of or trade in a commodity or service.
Example
The company has a monopoly on electric car production.
その会社は電気自動車の生産で独占しています。
C1 noun /ˈmɪd.əl.mæn/

Middleman

仲介者
Meaning
A person who acts as an intermediary between two parties in a business transaction
Example
They decided to cut out the middleman and sell directly to customers.
彼らは仲介者を排除し、直接顧客に販売することに決めました。
C1 verb /ˈmɑːrʃəl/

marshal

整理する
Meaning
To arrange or organize people, events, or resources in an orderly way.
Example
The teacher marshaled the students for the field trip.
教師は遠足のために生徒を整列させました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈmɛrɪɡoʊld/

Marigold

マリーゴールド
Meaning
a bright orange or yellow flower of the daisy family, often used in gardens and ceremonies
Example
The vibrant marigold flowers added a splash of color to the festival decorations.
鮮やかなマリーゴールドの花は、祭りの装飾に色を添えた。
C1 noun /mɪsˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/

Misgiving

疑念; 不安; 不確実
Meaning
A feeling of doubt or apprehension about the outcome or consequences of something
Example
She had serious misgivings about accepting the job offer.
彼女は仕事のオファーを受け入れることに対して重大な疑念を抱いていました。
C1 verb /ˈməʊbɪlaɪz/

mobilize

動員する
Meaning
to organize or prepare people or resources for action
Example
The leader worked hard to mobilize the community for the protest.
リーダーは抗議のためにコミュニティを動員するために一生懸命働きました。
C1 adjective ˈmer.ɪt beɪst

merit-based

実力主義
Meaning
Based on or determined by individual merit, ability, or achievement rather than other factors.
Example
Merit-based recruitment strengthens the workforce.
実力主義の採用は労働力を強化します。
C1 noun /ˈmoʊldɪŋ/

molding

装飾モールディング
Meaning
A decorative strip or design, often used on walls, ceilings, or furniture.
Example
The wooden molding gave the room a classic look.
木製のモールディングが部屋にクラシックな印象を与えました。
C1 noun /ˌmælnuːˈtrɪʃən/

Malnutrition

栄養失調; 不適切な栄養
Meaning
Lack of proper nutrition; poor nourishment
Example
Malnutrition among children is a serious public health concern.
子供たちの間で栄養失調は深刻な公衆衛生の問題です。
C1 adjective məˈθɒd.ɪ.kəl

methodical

方法的な
Meaning
Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and systematic.
Example
His methodical research produced reliable results.
彼の方法的な研究は信頼できる結果を生み出した。
C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

修正
Meaning
The action of making partial or minor changes to something.
Example
DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.
DNAの修正により作物の特性が向上します。
C1 noun ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪzd ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlz

marginalized individuals

疎外された個人
Meaning
People who are treated as insignificant or peripheral to society, often excluded from mainstream social, economic, or political activities.
Example
Marginalized individuals often face severe challenges.
疎外された個人はしばしば重大な課題に直面します。
C1 noun /meɪn/

mane

たてがみ
Meaning
the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal
Example
The lion shook its thick mane proudly.
ライオンは誇らしげに太いたてがみを揺らした。
C1 adjective /ˌmel.ənˈkɒl.ɪk/

Melancholic

悲しくて思慮深い; 悲しみを表現するまたは感じる
Meaning
sad and thoughtful; feeling or expressing sadness
Example
The melancholic music made everyone feel sad.
メランコリックな音楽は、誰もが悲しく感じさせました。
C1 noun /ˈmelənkəli/

Melancholy

メランコリー; 思索的または優しい悲しみ
Meaning
A feeling of pensive sadness; thoughtful or gentle sadness
Example
A deep melancholy settled over him after reading the old letters.
古い手紙を読んだ後、彼は深いメランコリーに包まれました。
C1 adjective /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

多様な
Meaning
many and of several different types; multiple; various
Example
The project has manifold benefits for the community.
このプロジェクトは地域社会に多様な利益をもたらす。
C1 noun mælˈnʌr.ɪʃ.mənt

malnourishment

栄養失調
Meaning
Lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat.
Example
Children in poverty-stricken areas suffer from malnourishment.
貧困地域の子供たちは栄養失調に苦しんでいます。
C1 verb (past) /ˈmɛrɪtɪd/

merited

価値がある
Meaning
Deserved or earned something.
Example
Her dedication merited recognition from the community.
彼女の献身はコミュニティからの認識を得るに値しました。
C1 noun /ˈmɛləˌdrɑːmə/

melodrama

誇張したドラマ
Meaning
A dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting events intended to appeal to the emotions.
Example
The movie was criticized for its excessive melodrama.
その映画は過剰なメロドラマで批判されました。
C1 verb, noun /mjuːz/

muse

Meaning
to think deeply about something; a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or writer
Example
She sat by the window to muse about her future.
C1 noun /ˈmædʒɪstreɪt/

magistrate

裁判官
Meaning
A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.
Example
The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case.
裁判官は軽犯罪の事件を審理しました。
C1 noun /ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/

monotone

単調な声
Meaning
A continuous sound, especially of a person's voice, that does not rise and fall in pitch.
Example
The teacher's monotone made the lecture hard to follow.
教師のモノトーンが講義を聞き取るのを難しくした。
C1 adjective /məˈkɑː.brə/

Macabre

恐ろしい
Meaning
disturbing because concerned with death; gruesome and horrifying
Example
The horror movie had a macabre atmosphere.
ホラー映画には恐ろしい雰囲気がありました。
C1 verb /ˈmʌmbəl/

mumble

Meaning
To speak quietly and not clearly so that words are difficult to understand.
Example
He mumbled an apology before leaving.
C1 noun /məˈræŋ/

meringue

メレンゲ (デザートトッピング)
Meaning
A light dessert topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar.
Example
She decorated the pie with a fluffy meringue topping.
彼女はパイにふわふわのメレンゲを飾った。
C1 noun /ˈmælɪs/

Malice

悪意; 憎しみ; 敵意;
Meaning
The intention or desire to do evil; ill will
Example
There was no malice in his criticism, just honest feedback.
彼の批評には悪意はなかった、ただの正直なフィードバックだった。
C1 verb /ˈmɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/

mitigate

軽減する
Meaning
To make less severe, serious, or painful; to lessen the severity of damage or harm.
Example
Proper planning can mitigate financial risks.
適切な計画は財務リスクを軽減できます。
C1 verb /məˈruːn/

maroon

無人島に取り残す
Meaning
to leave someone trapped and isolated, especially on an island
Example
The sailors were marooned on a deserted island.
水夫たちは無人島に取り残されました。
C1 verb /ˈmiː.di.eɪt/

mediate

調停する
Meaning
To act as an intermediary in bringing about agreement or reconciliation between parties.
Example
She was asked to mediate between the two companies.
彼女は二つの会社の間で調停するよう求められました。
C1 noun /ˌmɪdˈsʌm.ər/

midsummer

真夏
Meaning
The middle of summer, often around the summer solstice in June.
Example
We had a festival to celebrate midsummer.
私たちは真夏を祝うためにフェスティバルを開きました。
C1 noun /ˈmævərɪk/

maverick

独立独行の人物
Meaning
An unorthodox or independent-minded person.
Example
The maverick scientist challenged established theories.
独立独行の科学者は確立された理論に挑戦した。
C1 adjective /ˈmʌðərli/

Motherly

母性的
Meaning
having qualities characteristic of a mother; caring and protective
Example
She showed motherly care and affection towards all the children.
彼女はすべての子供たちに母親のようなケアと愛情を示しました。
C1 noun /məˈnɒtəni/

monotony

単調さ
Meaning
Lack of variety and interest; tedious repetition and routine.
Example
Breaking the monotony of everyday life can improve mental health.
日常生活の単調さを打破することは、メンタルヘルスの改善に役立つことがあります。
C1 adjective /miːk/

Meek

おとなしくて従順; 謙虚; 忍耐強い
Meaning
gentle and submissive; humble; patient
Example
Despite his power, he remained meek and humble.
力があっても、彼は謙虚で優しいままでした。
C1 adjective /ˈmjuːtɪd/

muted

muted (ミューテッド)
Meaning
softened in sound, color, or effect; subdued
Example
The room was painted in muted shades of blue and grey.
部屋は青と灰色の muted な色合いで塗られていました。
C1 adjective /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Mountainous

山岳地帯の
Meaning
having many mountains; characterized by mountains
Example
The mountainous region was difficult to travel through.
その山岳地帯は旅行するのが難しかった。
C1 adjective /məˈtɜːrnəl/

Maternal

母性的; 母親に関する
Meaning
relating to a mother; motherly
Example
She showed maternal care towards the orphan child.
彼女は孤児に対して母性的なケアを示しました。
C1 noun məˈriːn ˈsɜː.veɪ

marine survey

海洋調査
Meaning
A systematic examination of the sea, seabed, and underwater features for the purpose of making maps or gathering other information.
Example
The marine survey identified the ideal cable routes.
海洋調査によって理想的なケーブルルートが特定された。
C1 noun /mɪˈsɑːdʒəni/

misogyny

女性嫌悪
Meaning
Hatred of, contempt for, or prejudice against women.
Example
The novel has been criticized for promoting misogyny.
その小説は女性嫌悪を助長すると批判された。
C1 noun/verb mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

malfunction

故障
Meaning
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
Example
The engine malfunctioned due to overheating.
エンジンは過熱のため故障しました。
C1 adjective /ˈmaɪndləs/

mindless

無意味な
Meaning
without thought or intelligence; done without consideration
Example
He was bored by the mindless tasks at work.
彼は仕事の中で無意味な作業に退屈していた。
C1 noun /ˈmɜːrsəˌnɛri/

mercenary

傭兵
Meaning
a professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army; also used to describe someone motivated solely by money.
Example
The mercenary fought for whoever paid the highest wage.
傭兵は最も高い給料を支払った人のために戦った。
C1 noun /ˈmæn.juˌskrɪpt/

manuscript

手稿
Meaning
a handwritten or typed document, especially a writer’s draft before publication
Example
The author submitted her manuscript to the publisher.
作家は彼女の手稿を出版社に提出しました。
C1 noun /ˈmʌltɪtuːd/

multitude

多数
Meaning
A large number of people or things.
Example
A multitude of fans gathered at the stadium.
スタジアムに多数のファンが集まりました。