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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。
C2 noun /ˈfaɪnəri/

finery

高級または装飾的な服
Meaning
expensive or elaborate clothes, decorations, or accessories
Example
She attended the party in her finest finery.
彼女は最上の衣装でパーティーに出席した。
B2 adjective /ˈdʌsti/

dusty

ほこりっぽい
Meaning
covered with or full of dust; dry and dull from lack of moisture or use
Example
The old bookshelf was dusty after years of neglect.
何年も放置された後、その古い本棚はほこりっぽかった。
B2 noun /ˈfriː.kwən.si/

Frequency

頻度
Meaning
the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time
Example
The frequency of earthquakes in this region has increased dramatically over the past decade.
この地域の地震の頻度は過去10年間で劇的に増加しました。
C1 adjective /ˈsaɪt.ləs/

Sightless

盲目; 視力なし
Meaning
unable to see; blind; lacking vision
Example
The sightless man navigated the street with his guide dog.
盲目の男性はガイド犬と一緒に通りを歩きました。
C1 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪmər/

glimmer

かすかな光
Meaning
A faint or wavering light; to shine with a faint light.
Example
A glimmer of hope shone in her eyes.
彼女の目に希望のかすかな光が輝いていた。
B1 noun /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/

opportunity

チャンス
Meaning
A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
Example
She seized the opportunity to study abroad.
彼女は海外で勉強するチャンスをつかんだ。
B2 adjective /ˈded.li/

Deadly

致命的な; 死亡の; 危険な
Meaning
causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal
Example
The deadly poison killed the plant instantly.
致命的な毒はその植物を瞬時に殺しました。
C1 noun /ˈproʊtəˌʒeɪ/

protege

弟子
Meaning
a person who is guided and supported by an older and more experienced person
Example
The young artist was the protege of a famous painter.
その若い芸術家は有名な画家の弟子でした。
A2 noun ˌpɒpjuˈleɪʃən

population

人口
Meaning
All the inhabitants of a particular place; the number of people living in a country or region.
Example
The population supported autonomy.
人口は自治を支持しました。
C1 adjective /ˈɒptɪk/

optic

視覚の
Meaning
Relating to the eye or vision.
Example
The optic nerve carries signals from the eye to the brain.
視神経は目から脳に信号を伝達します。
C1 noun ˌprɒf.ɪ.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

profitability

収益性
Meaning
The degree to which a business or activity yields profit or financial gain.
Example
Increasing sales and reducing costs boosted profitability.
販売の増加とコスト削減により収益性が向上しました。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

郊外
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a town or city
Example
They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.
彼らは街の郊外に新しい工場を建てました。
C1 noun /ˈkʌn.stə.bəl/

constable

巡査
Meaning
a police officer of the lowest rank
Example
The constable directed traffic at the busy intersection.
巡査は混雑した交差点で交通を指導しました。
C1 noun ˈkiː.stəʊn ˈspiː.ʃiːz

keystone species

キーストーン種
Meaning
A species on which other species in an ecosystem largely depend, such that if it were removed the ecosystem would change drastically.
Example
Wolves are a keystone species that regulate prey populations.
オオカミは獲物の個体数を調整するキーストーン種です。
B1 verb /ˈθretən/

threaten

脅す
Meaning
to express an intention to harm or punish someone; to be likely to cause harm
Example
The storm clouds threaten to bring heavy rain tonight.
嵐の雲は今夜激しい雨をもたらすと脅かしています。
C1 adjective /ˈstæɡ.nənt/

Stagnant

停滞した; 動かない; 発展していない
Meaning
not moving or flowing; showing no activity or development
Example
The stagnant water in the pond was covered with algae.
池の中の停滞した水は藻で覆われていました。
A2 noun /ˈbʌk.ɪt/

Bucket

バケツ
Meaning
a roughly cylindrical open container with a handle, used to hold and carry liquids
Example
The farmer filled the bucket with fresh water from the well.
農夫は井戸から新鮮な水でバケツを満たしました。
C2 noun /ˈæpəˌsteɪt/

apostate

背教者
Meaning
A person who renounces a religious or political belief or principle.
Example
He was labeled an apostate after abandoning the faith of his community.
彼は自分のコミュニティの信仰を捨てた後、背教者と呼ばれた。
C2 verb /ˈɔːreɪt/

orate

演説する
Meaning
To speak in a formal, often pompous manner
Example
He began to orate at the ceremony.
彼は式で演説を始めました。
C2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.stoʊn/

Touchstone

試金石; 基準
Meaning
a standard or criterion by which something is judged or recognized; a test of genuineness
Example
His honesty became the touchstone by which all other employees were measured.
彼の誠実さは、他のすべての従業員が評価される試金石となった。
B1 noun ˈɪn.də.stri

industry

産業
Meaning
Economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories.
Example
The industry focuses on luxury experiences.
産業は高級体験に焦点を合わせています。
C1 noun /ˈslændər/

Slander

中傷
Meaning
the action of making false spoken statements damaging to someone's reputation
Example
The politician sued the newspaper for slander.
政治家は中傷で新聞を訴えた。
A1 noun /ˈdænsɪŋ/

dancing

Meaning
the activity of moving the body rhythmically to music
Example
They spent the evening dancing at the party.
C2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪnd/

unfeigned

本物
Meaning
genuine; not pretended or insincere
Example
She expressed unfeigned joy at her friend's success.
彼女は友達の成功に対して本物の喜びを表現しました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈper.ə.bəl/

Repairable

修理可能
Meaning
able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired
Example
The broken phone is repairable with the right parts.
壊れた電話は正しい部品で修理可能です。
B2 verb /dɪˈspoʊz/

dispose

処分する
Meaning
To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.
Example
He disposed of the old furniture responsibly.
彼は古い家具を責任を持って処分しました。
C1 noun /ˈhɪr.seɪ/

Hearsay

噂
Meaning
information received from other people that one cannot adequately substantiate; rumor
Example
The accusations were based on hearsay rather than concrete evidence or eyewitness testimony.
その告発は、具体的な証拠や目撃者の証言ではなく、噂に基づいていました。
C2 verb /aɪˈtɪnəˌreɪt/

itinerate

旅行する
Meaning
To travel from place to place, usually for the purpose of work or preaching.
Example
The missionary itinerated throughout the region to spread the message.
伝道師は地域を巡り、メッセージを広めました。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈsaɪklɔɪd/

cycloid

サイクロイド曲線
Meaning
a curve traced by a point on the rim of a circle as it rolls along a straight line
Example
The cycloid is often studied in mathematics and physics.
サイクロイド曲線は数学と物理学でよく研究されます。
C2 noun /ˌhaɪdroʊdaɪˈnæmɪks/

hydrodynamics

Meaning
The branch of science concerned with the motion of fluids, especially liquids, and the forces acting on solid bodies immersed in fluids.
Example
Hydrodynamics is essential in designing efficient ship hulls.
C1 adjective ˈvɪdʒ.ɪ.lənt

vigilant

警戒
Meaning
Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties; alert and watchful.
Example
The guards remained vigilant throughout the night.
警備員は一晩中警戒を保ち続けました。
B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

チャーター / レンタル
Meaning
a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use
Example
The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.
その会社は旅行のためにバスをチャーターすることに決めました。
C1 noun /ˈnɒs.trɪl/

Nostril

鼻孔
Meaning
either of the two openings in the nose through which air passes
Example
The doctor checked each nostril for any blockage.
医師は鼻孔のそれぞれをブロックがないか調べました。
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。
C1 noun ˌoʊ.vɚˈɡreɪ.zɪŋ

overgrazing

過剰放牧
Meaning
The practice of allowing livestock to graze to the point of damaging vegetation.
Example
Overgrazing leads to soil erosion and loss of biodiversity.
過剰放牧は土壌の浸食と生物多様性の喪失を引き起こします。
C1 noun /ˈdɑːsieɪ/

dossier

ファイル
Meaning
A collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject.
Example
The lawyer presented a dossier of evidence to the court.
弁護士は証拠のドシエを裁判所に提出しました。
C1 verb /kwentʃ/

quench

渇きを癒す
Meaning
to satisfy thirst by drinking; to extinguish fire
Example
He drank water to quench his thirst after the long run.
長いランニングの後、彼は喉の渇きを癒すために水を飲みました。
A2 noun /hɪl/

Hill

小高い丘; 小山
Meaning
a naturally raised area of land, not as high or craggy as a mountain
Example
The children enjoyed rolling down the grassy hill behind their house during summer vacation.
子供たちは夏休みに家の裏の草むらの丘を転がるのが好きでした。
B1 noun /frʌˈstreɪʃən/

frustration

フラストレーション
Meaning
The feeling of being upset or annoyed due to inability to achieve something.
Example
He felt deep frustration when his plans failed.
彼は自分の計画が失敗したとき、深いフラストレーションを感じました。
C2 verb /ˈfʊl.mɪ.neɪt/

fulminate

強く抗議する
Meaning
To express strong protest or criticism loudly and forcefully; to explode violently.
Example
The politician began to fulminate against corruption.
政治家は腐敗に強く抗議し始めた。
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

排出
Meaning
The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.
Example
Carbon emissions are rising globally.
炭素排出は世界中で増加しています。
C1 noun ˌmʌn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

monetization

資産やサービスをお金を稼ぐ方法に変換すること
Meaning
Converting an asset or service into a way of earning money.
Example
YouTube allows content creators to earn money through monetization.
YouTubeはコンテンツ制作者がモネタイズを通じてお金を稼ぐことを可能にします。
B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸性雨
Meaning
Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.
Example
Acid rain damages crops and buildings.
酸性雨は作物や建物にダメージを与えます。
B2 noun /vəˈlɪd.ɪ.ti/

Validity

有効性
Meaning
the quality of being legally or officially acceptable; the quality of being logically or factually sound
Example
The validity of the contract expires next month.
契約の有効性は来月に終了します。
C1 adjective /ˈstɛlər/

stellar

素晴らしい
Meaning
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
Example
She gave a stellar performance in the play.
彼女は劇中で素晴らしいパフォーマンスを披露しました。
C1 noun /ˈpɔːsɪti/

paucity

不足 / 欠乏
Meaning
the presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities
Example
The project was delayed due to a paucity of funds.
プロジェクトは資金不足のため遅れました。
B2 noun /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

蒸気船
Meaning
a ship or boat powered by steam engines
Example
The old steamer crossed the river slowly.
古い蒸気船がゆっくり川を渡った。
C1 verb /dɪˈmoʊt/

demote

降格
Meaning
to reduce to a lower rank or position
Example
The manager decided to demote the employee for poor performance.
マネージャーはパフォーマンスが悪いため、従業員を降格させることに決めました。
C2 noun /ˌɡlæd.iˈoʊ.ləs/

Gladiolus

グラジオラス
Meaning
A tall flowering plant with sword-shaped leaves and colorful spike-like flower clusters, popular in gardens and floral arrangements
Example
The gladiolus stood tall and elegant in the flower bed.
花壇でグラジオラスは高く堂々と立っていた。
C2 noun /ˈfrækɑː/

fracas

騒動
Meaning
A noisy disturbance or quarrel.
Example
The fracas outside the bar drew the attention of the police.
バーの外での騒動が警察の注意を引きました。
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。
B1 noun /ɡæp/

gap

ギャップ / 隙間
Meaning
An empty space or break between two objects or parts; a difference or disparity.
Example
There is a huge gap between the rich and the poor.
裕福な人々と貧しい人々の間には大きなギャップがあります。
B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

選挙の
Meaning
related to elections or voting
Example
The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.
その国の選挙プロセスは近年改革されました。
A2 noun /ˈmaɪkroʊweɪv/

Microwave

電子レンジ
Meaning
an electric oven that uses electromagnetic radiation to heat food quickly
Example
She heated the leftover pizza in the microwave for two minutes.
彼女は残りのピザを電子レンジで2分間加熱しました。
B2 noun /ˈsɪblɪŋ/

sibling

兄弟姉妹
Meaning
A brother or sister.
Example
She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister.
彼女は三人の兄弟姉妹がいます。二人の兄と一人の妹。
C2 adjective /ˈbɪbjələs/

bibulous

酒好き
Meaning
Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.
Example
His bibulous habits worried his family.
彼の酒好きな習慣は家族を心配させた。
B2 noun/verb /ˈlɪtər/

litter

ゴミ
Meaning
rubbish or waste left lying in a public place; to make a place untidy by leaving rubbish
Example
The park was full of litter after the festival.
祭りの後、公園はゴミでいっぱいだった。
B1 noun /ˈblen.dər/

Blender

ブレンダー
Meaning
an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids
Example
She used the blender to make a delicious smoothie.
彼女は美味しいスムージーを作るためにブレンダーを使いました。
C2 verb /ɪkˈskruːʃieɪt/

excruciate

苦しめる
Meaning
to cause intense pain or suffering
Example
The injury excruciated him with unbearable pain.
その怪我は彼を耐え難い痛みに苦しめました。
C1 noun /fɪˈziːk/

physique

体格
Meaning
the form, size, and development of a person's body
Example
He has an athletic physique due to years of training.
彼は長年のトレーニングでアスリートのような体格を持っています。
B2 noun /ˈsɪnənɪm/

Synonym

同義語
Meaning
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language
Example
Happy and joyful are synonyms.
ハッピーとジョイフルは同義語です。
C1 noun /ˈpeɪ.ɡən/

Pagan

異教徒
Meaning
a person holding religious beliefs other than the main world religions; a heathen
Example
Ancient Romans considered early Christians to be pagans.
古代ローマ人は初期のキリスト教徒を異教徒だとみなしていた。
C1 adjective /ˈbleɪmləs/

blameless

非の打ち所がない
Meaning
innocent of wrongdoing; not deserving blame
Example
She remained calm and blameless throughout the investigation.
彼女は調査中ずっと冷静で非の打ち所がなかった。
C2 verb /ˈɑːskjʊleɪt/

osculate

キスする
Meaning
To kiss.
Example
They osculated under the mistletoe during the party.
彼らはパーティーの時にヤドリギの下でキスをしました。
A1 noun /dɔːr/

Door

ドア
Meaning
a movable barrier used to close an entrance to a building or room
Example
Please close the door when you leave the room.
部屋を出るときはドアを閉めてください。
B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

関係なく
Meaning
without paying attention to the current situation or condition
Example
She will go to the party regardless of the weather.
彼女は天気に関係なくパーティーに行きます。
A2 adjective /loʊ/

low

低い
Meaning
Small in amount, degree, or position; not high.
Example
The river is at its lowest level in years.
その川は何年も最も低いレベルにあります。
C2 noun /ˈproʊbɪti/

probity

誠実
Meaning
The quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency.
Example
The judge was admired for his integrity and probity.
その裁判官は、誠実さと正直さで賞賛されました。
B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建物
Meaning
a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property
Example
His argument was based on a false premise.
彼の議論は誤った前提に基づいていました。
A2 verb /ʃeɪk/

shake

揺れる
Meaning
to move quickly back and forth; to tremble
Example
The earthquake made the building shake.
地震で建物が揺れた。
A1 adverb /daʊn/

down

下
Meaning
from a higher to a lower position
Example
He walked down the stairs slowly.
彼はゆっくりと階段を下りてきました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈkɒkskoʊm/

Cockscomb

雄鶏の冠の花
Meaning
a tropical plant with bright, velvety flowers that resemble a rooster's comb
Example
The bright red cockscomb flowers added vibrant color to the garden bed.
鮮やかな赤い雄鶏の冠の花が庭の花壇に鮮やかな色を加えました。
C2 noun /ˈɪsməs/ or /ˈɪsθməs/

isthmus

地峡
Meaning
A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas, often with water on either side.
Example
The Panama Canal cuts through the Isthmus of Panama.
パナマ運河はパナマの地峡を通ります。
A1 adjective /pʊr/

Poor

貧しい; 質の悪い
Meaning
having little money; lacking resources; of low quality
Example
The poor family struggled to make ends meet.
貧しい家族は生活費を稼ぐために戦っていました。
C2 verb /mʌlkt/

mulct

罰金を科す / 詐欺を働く
Meaning
to punish by a fine or to defraud someone of money
Example
The corrupt official was mulcted for his misconduct.
腐敗した公務員は不正行為に対して罰金を科された。
C2 adjective /pərˈsɪpiənt/

percipient

鋭い洞察力を持つ
Meaning
Having good understanding or insight; able to perceive things clearly.
Example
As a percipient critic, she recognized the deeper meaning of the play.
鋭い洞察力を持つ批評家として、彼女は劇の深い意味を認識しました。
C1 noun /fəˈtæləti/

fatality

致命的な事故
Meaning
An occurrence of death by accident, disaster, or violence.
Example
The accident resulted in one fatality.
その事故で1人が死亡した。
A1 verb /bɪˈliːv/

believe

信じる
Meaning
to think that something is true; to have faith in
Example
I believe in hard work and dedication.
私は努力と献身を信じます。
C1 noun /diːˈkrɪp.ʃən/

decryption

復号
Meaning
The process of converting encrypted data back into its original form so it can be understood.
Example
Hackers attempted decryption of classified data.
ハッカーは分類されたデータの復号を試みました。
B2 noun /əˈfens/

Offence

違反; 犯罪
Meaning
a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment
Example
Stealing is a serious offence punishable by law.
窃盗は法律で罰せられる重大な違反です。
C2 adjective /ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/

noncommittal

Meaning
Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.
Example
She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her future plans.
B1 adverb /ðʌs/

thus

このように
Meaning
as a result or consequence of something previously stated
Example
He was late, thus he missed the meeting.
彼は遅れたので、このように会議を欠席しました。
C1 noun /ˈɡeɪ.ə.ti/

Gaiety

歓喜; 祝祭的な雰囲気;
Meaning
the state or quality of being light-hearted or cheerful; festive atmosphere
Example
The wedding reception was filled with gaiety, laughter, and joyful celebrations.
結婚式のレセプションは喜び、笑い、楽しい祝賀で満たされていました。
C1 adjective /ˈsɪnləs/

Sinless

無罪; 無邪気; 純粋
Meaning
free from sin; pure and innocent; without moral fault
Example
The innocent child appeared sinless in her pure white dress.
無邪気な子供は純白のドレスで罪のないように見えた。
C2 noun /ˈdɛrɪk/

derrick

掘削塔
Meaning
A framework or tower used for supporting a crane, especially for oil drilling or lifting heavy loads.
Example
The workers assembled a derrick at the oil drilling site.
作業員たちは石油掘削サイトで掘削塔を組み立てました。
C1 noun /ɪkˈspɛktənsi/

expectancy

期待
Meaning
the state of expecting something; anticipation or likelihood
Example
There was a sense of expectancy in the room before the results were announced.
結果が発表される前、部屋には期待の感覚があった。
C1 adjective /pəˈrɛniəl/

perennial

永続的
Meaning
lasting or existing for a long time, or recurring continually
Example
Climate change is a perennial concern for scientists.
気候変動は科学者にとって永続的な関心事です。
C1 verb/noun ˈfæð.əm

fathom

理解する
Meaning
To understand after much thought; to measure the depth of water; to comprehend.
Example
It is difficult to fathom the depths of the ocean.
海の深さを理解するのは難しい。
B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

さくらの花
Meaning
the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring
Example
The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.
桜の花は4月に美しく咲きます。
B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法論
Meaning
A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.
Example
The research was conducted using a new methodology.
その研究は新しいメソドロジーを使って行われました。
C1 verb /əˈtoʊn/

atone

償う
Meaning
to make amends for a wrong or injury; to make reparation
Example
He tried to atone for his mistakes by helping others.
彼は他の人を助けることで自分の過ちを償おうとした。
C1 verb /kwɑːʃ/

quash

取り消す
Meaning
To reject or void something legally or to put an end to something forcefully.
Example
The court quashed the decision due to lack of evidence.
裁判所は証拠不十分のため、その決定を取り消しました。
C2 noun /ˈtʊrnɪkɪt/

tourniquet

止血帯
Meaning
a device used to stop bleeding by compressing blood vessels
Example
The medic applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding.
医師は出血を止めるために止血帯を使用しました。
C2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈstraɪd/

overstride

大きな一歩で越える
Meaning
To stride over something; to step across with long steps.
Example
He managed to overstride the narrow stream with ease.
彼は狭い小川を簡単に越えることができました。
B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

測定された
Meaning
carefully considered and deliberate
Example
She spoke in a calm, measured tone.
彼女は冷静で測定された口調で話しました。
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。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstrɛst/

distressed

苦しんでいる
Meaning
feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain
Example
She looked distressed after hearing the bad news.
悪い知らせを聞いた後、彼女は苦しんでいるように見えました。
A1 noun /θæŋks/

thanks

ありがとう
Meaning
an expression of gratitude
Example
Thanks for helping me with the project.
プロジェクトを手伝ってくれてありがとう。
B2 verb /əˈmend/

amend

修正する
Meaning
to make changes or corrections to improve something; to modify
Example
They amended the contract to include new terms.
彼らは契約を修正して新しい条項を追加しました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈspuːnərɪzəm/

spoonerism

スプーナリズム
Meaning
A verbal error in which the initial sounds of words are swapped to create a humorous effect.
Example
He made a spoonerism by saying 'queer old dean' instead of 'dear old queen'.
彼は『変な老院長』と言って『親愛なる老女王』の代わりにスプーナリズムを作った。
B2 verb /ˈdɛvəˌsteɪt/

devastate

荒廃させる
Meaning
to cause severe and overwhelming destruction or damage
Example
The hurricane devastated the coastal town.
ハリケーンは沿岸の町を荒廃させた。
C1 verb /bruːd/

brood

Meaning
to think deeply about something that makes one unhappy; also, a group of young birds hatched at the same time
Example
He sat alone, brooding over his failures.
C1 adjective /ˈsæk.rəˌsæŋkt/

sacrosanct

神聖不可侵
Meaning
Regarded as too important or valuable to be interfered with; sacred.
Example
Freedom of speech is considered sacrosanct in democratic societies.
言論の自由は民主主義社会では神聖不可侵と見なされています。
B2 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

機嫌が悪い
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable
Example
The child gets cranky when he is hungry.
その子供はお腹が空くと機嫌が悪くなります。
A2 adjective /wiːk/

Weak

弱い; 脆弱
Meaning
lacking physical strength; not strong; fragile
Example
After the illness, he felt weak and tired.
病気の後、彼は弱くて疲れていると感じました。
C1 adjective /ˈræɡ.ɪd/

Ragged

ボロボロの; 破れた; ぼろぼろ
Meaning
torn; tattered; frayed; shabby
Example
The homeless man wore ragged clothes.
ホームレスの男はボロボロの服を着ていた。
C1 verb /ˌsuːpərɪmˈpoʊz/

superimpose

重ね合わせる
Meaning
to place one thing on top of another so that both can be seen
Example
The editor superimposed text over the image.
編集者は画像にテキストを重ね合わせました。
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.fəl/

Tasteful

味わい深い; エレガント; 良いセンスのある
Meaning
showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty
Example
She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner.
彼女は非常にセンスの良い方法で家を飾りました。
A2 noun /ˈhɛdeɪk/

headache

頭痛
Meaning
a continuous pain in the head; something that causes worry or difficulty
Example
Too much screen time can give you a terrible headache.
長時間画面を見ることはひどい頭痛を引き起こす可能性があります。
C2 adjective /ˈhɛtərəˌdɒks/

heterodox

異端
Meaning
not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
Example
The professor was known for his heterodox views on religion.
教授は宗教についての異端的な見解で知られていました。
C2 adjective /ˌfærɪˈseɪɪkəl/

pharisaical

偽善的な
Meaning
Excessively concerned with formal rules or outward show of morality, often in a hypocritical way.
Example
His pharisaical behavior made people doubt his sincerity.
彼の偽善的な行動は、彼の誠実さに疑問を投げかけた。
C1 noun /ˈpiː.hən/

Peahen

メスのクジャク
Meaning
female peacock
Example
The peahen is less colorful than the male peacock.
メスのクジャクはオスよりも色が少ない。
B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

授与する
Meaning
to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree
Example
The university granted him a scholarship.
大学は彼に奨学金を授与しました。
C1 noun /stɪnt/

stint

短期の仕事
Meaning
a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity
Example
She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad.
彼女は海外に移住する前に短期間の教師として働きました。
C1 noun /ˌkɒnvəˈlɛsns/

convalescence

回復期
Meaning
the period of time spent recovering from an illness or medical treatment
Example
His convalescence lasted for almost two months after the accident.
事故の後、彼の回復期はほぼ2ヶ月続きました。
C2 adjective /ˌhɪstriˈɒnɪk/

histrionic

Meaning
Overly dramatic or theatrical in behavior or style.
Example
Her histrionic reaction to the small problem surprised everyone.
A1 numeral /θriː/

three

三
Meaning
the number equivalent to the sum of two and one
Example
She has three dogs at home.
彼女は家に三匹の犬を飼っています。
C2 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

mettle

勇気
Meaning
A person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face demanding situations with courage.
Example
The young athlete showed his mettle in the final match.
その若いアスリートは決勝戦で勇気を示しました。