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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。
B1 noun /ˈpaʊdər/

powder

Meaning
a fine, dry substance made of very tiny particles
Example
She sprinkled some powder on the cake.
彼女はケーキに粉をふりかけました。
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。
B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

停止された
Meaning
Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.
Example
He was suspended from school for a week.
彼は1週間学校から停止された。
C2 verb /məˈmɔːriəlaɪz/

memorialize

記念する
Meaning
to preserve the memory of a person or event, often through a ceremony, monument, or record
Example
The city decided to memorialize the hero with a statue in the central square.
その都市は中央広場に英雄の像を立てて英雄を記念することに決めました。
C1 verb /ˈstriːm.laɪn/

streamline

効率化または効率を高める
Meaning
To make a process simpler and more efficient.
Example
The company aims to streamline production to reduce costs.
会社はコスト削減のために生産の効率化を目指しています。
A1 verb /ɡɪv/

give

あげる
Meaning
to freely transfer something to someone
Example
I give gifts to my friends on their birthdays.
私は友達に誕生日にプレゼントをあげます。
B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

失望; 驚き
Meaning
concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm
Example
To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.
私たちの失望の中、コンサートは悪天候のためキャンセルされました。
C1 adjective /ˈækʃənəbl̩/

actionable

実行可能な
Meaning
Able to be acted on or giving sufficient reason for legal action.
Example
The lawyer confirmed that the evidence was actionable in court.
弁護士は証拠が法廷で実行可能であることを確認しました。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/

Inaugural

開幕
Meaning
marking the beginning of something; first; opening
Example
The president delivered his inaugural speech.
大統領は彼の開幕スピーチを行いました。
C1 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrkəl/

encircle

囲む
Meaning
to form a circle around something
Example
The protesters encircled the building in a human chain.
抗議者は人間の鎖で建物を囲んだ。
C1 adjective /pəˈnʌltɪmət/

penultimate

最後から二番目
Meaning
second to the last in a sequence or series
Example
She finished the penultimate chapter before going to sleep.
彼女は寝る前に最後から二番目の章を終えた。
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。
B2 verb ˈtrɪɡərz

triggers

引き起こす
Meaning
To cause or initiate something to happen
Example
Air pollution triggers chronic diseases.
大気汚染は慢性疾患を引き起こします。
B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

炭素
Meaning
The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.
Example
Carbon emissions must be controlled.
カーボン排出は管理されるべきです。
A2 noun tʃɔɪs

choice

選択
Meaning
An act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.
Example
Choice enhances decision-making.
選択は意思決定を強化します。
C2 verb /ˈkɒdʒɪteɪt/

cogitate

熟考する
Meaning
to think deeply about something; to meditate or reflect
Example
He sat by the river to cogitate on his future plans.
彼は川のそばに座って、未来の計画について考えました。
B2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛstɪd/

congested

渋滞
Meaning
Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.
Example
The road was congested during rush hour.
ラッシュアワー中、道路は渋滞していました。
B1 adjective /ˈhoʊpləs/

Hopeless

絶望的; 希望がない
Meaning
feeling or causing despair about something; without hope; desperate
Example
The situation seemed hopeless until help arrived.
助けが到着するまで、状況は絶望的に見えた。
B1 adverb /ˈbeɪsɪkli/

basically

基本的に
Meaning
in the most important or fundamental way; essentially
Example
Basically, the project was a success despite some small issues.
基本的に、いくつかの小さな問題があったにもかかわらず、そのプロジェクトは成功でした。
C1 noun ˈklaɪmət ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən

climate regulation

気候調整
Meaning
The moderation of climate conditions through natural or artificial processes.
Example
Forests help in climate regulation by stabilizing local temperatures.
森林は地域の温度を安定させることで気候調整に役立ちます。
C1 adjective /ˈsteɪtli/

stately

威厳と壮大
Meaning
Having a dignified, majestic, and impressive appearance or manner.
Example
The stately mansion stood at the end of the long driveway.
その威厳ある邸宅は長いドライブウェイの終わりに立っていました。
C1 verb bɪˈkwiːð

bequeath

遺贈する
Meaning
Leave something to someone in a will; pass down or hand down to the next generation.
Example
The scientist bequeathed his research papers to the university.
科学者は彼の研究論文を大学に遺贈した。
A2 noun /ˈbʌtərflaɪ/

butterfly

蝶々
Meaning
an insect with large, often brightly colored wings that flies during the day
Example
A beautiful butterfly landed on the flower.
美しい蝶々が花の上に止まった。
C2 adjective /ɪˈfʌldʒənt/

effulgent

輝かしい
Meaning
Shining brilliantly; radiant.
Example
Her effulgent smile brightened everyone's mood.
彼女の輝かしい笑顔は皆の気分を明るくした。
C2 verb /ˈnɪtˌpɪk/

nitpick

Meaning
To find and criticize small or unimportant faults in someone or something.
Example
She tends to nitpick about every little detail.
C1 noun /ˈvɛriəns/

variance

分散
Meaning
the state of being different or inconsistent; in statistics, a measure of the spread between numbers
Example
There is a wide variance in students' performance levels.
学生のパフォーマンスレベルには大きな分散があります。
C2 adjective /səˈluːtəˌtɔri/

salutatory

歓迎の挨拶
Meaning
Relating to or expressing a greeting or an address, especially at the beginning of a speech.
Example
She delivered a salutatory address at the graduation ceremony.
彼女は卒業式で歓迎の挨拶を行いました。
B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

著名
Meaning
well known or famous; written down or observed
Example
He is a noted author in the field of history.
彼は歴史分野で著名な作家です。
A2 noun /ˈhɛlɪˌkɒptər/

helicopter

ヘリコプター
Meaning
an aircraft with rotating blades that can take off and land vertically
Example
The helicopter landed safely on the hospital roof.
ヘリコプターは病院の屋上に安全に着陸しました。
C1 adjective /bɪˈriːvd/

Bereaved

悲嘆に暮れる
Meaning
having lost a loved one through death
Example
The bereaved family received many condolences.
悲嘆に暮れる家族は多くの弔辞を受け取った。
B1 noun riˈækʃən

reaction

反応
Meaning
An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.
Example
The arrests triggered a reaction.
逮捕は反応を引き起こしました。
C1 verb ˈsɪn.ɚ.dʒaɪz

synergize

効率を高めるために協力する。
Meaning
combine in such a way as to enhance effectiveness.
Example
The departments must synergize to improve efficiency.
部門は効率を向上させるためにシナージズしなければならない。
C1 noun /ˈnɛm.ə.sɪs/

nemesis

敵 / ライバル
Meaning
A long-standing rival or an inescapable agent of downfall.
Example
For years, he considered his colleague to be his nemesis.
何年もの間、彼は同僚を自分の敵だと思っていた。
C2 adjective /ˈɪrˌsplɪtɪŋ/

earsplitting

耳をつんざくような
Meaning
extremely loud or piercing sound
Example
The earsplitting noise of the fire alarm startled everyone.
火災警報の耳をつんざくような音がみんなを驚かせた。
C2 noun /ˌmælˈoʊdər/

malodor

不快な匂い
Meaning
An unpleasant smell; bad odor.
Example
The garbage bin gave off a terrible malodor.
ゴミ箱は恐ろしい不快な匂いを発していました。
B1 noun /dʒʌdʒ/

Judge

裁判官; 審判
Meaning
a public official appointed to decide cases in a law court; a person who decides the results of a competition
Example
The judge carefully reviewed all the evidence before making a decision.
裁判官は決定を下す前にすべての証拠を慎重に検討しました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɜːrði/

Unworthy

値しない; 価値がない
Meaning
not deserving respect or attention; lacking worth or merit
Example
He felt unworthy of such praise and recognition.
彼はそのような賞賛と認識を受けるには値しないと感じた。
B2 verb /poʊk/

poke

突く
Meaning
to push or prod with a finger or pointed object
Example
Don't poke me with your finger.
指で突っつかないで。
B2 verb /drɪp/

drip

滴る
Meaning
to fall or let fall in drops
Example
Water was dripping from the broken pipe.
壊れたパイプから水が滴っていました。
C2 adjective /ɔːˈɡʌst/

august

威厳
Meaning
Respected and impressive; inspiring reverence or admiration.
Example
The king entered the hall with an august presence.
王は威厳のある存在感でホールに入ってきた。
C2 adjective /ˈfʊtˌluːs/

footloose

自由な
Meaning
Free to go anywhere or do anything; not tied down by responsibilities.
Example
After graduating, he felt footloose and ready to explore the world.
卒業後、彼は自由を感じ、世界を探索する準備ができていました。
C1 verb /vaɪ/

vie

争う
Meaning
To compete eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something.
Example
Several companies are vying for the contract.
いくつかの企業が契約を争っています。
C2 noun ˌæb.əˈreɪ.ʃən

aberration

逸脱, 異常, 偏差
Meaning
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.
Example
The scientist dismissed the data as an aberration.
科学者はデータを逸脱と見なした。
C1 noun /ˈrɛspɪt/

respite

休息
Meaning
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
Example
The weekend provided a welcome respite from work.
週末は仕事からの歓迎される休息を提供しました。
B2 noun /ɪɡˈzæmɪnər/

examiner

試験官
Meaning
A person who tests or inspects knowledge, skills, or qualifications
Example
The examiner reviewed each student's answer sheet carefully.
試験官は各学生の答案用紙を注意深く確認した。
C2 noun /ɒkˈteɪvoʊ/

octavo

オクターヴォ (紙を8つに折りたたんで作られた本のサイズ)
Meaning
A size of book page resulting from folding a sheet of paper into eight leaves (sixteen pages).
Example
The old library contained rare octavo editions of Shakespeare.
古い図書館にはシェイクスピアの珍しいオクターヴォ版がありました。
C2 noun /ˈɪl.i.æd/

iliad

イリアス
Meaning
An ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, describing the events of the Trojan War.
Example
Students studied the Iliad to understand Greek mythology and heroism.
学生たちはイリアスを学び、ギリシャ神話と英雄主義を理解しました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈɡeɪnli/

ungainly

不器用
Meaning
Awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace in movement or appearance.
Example
The tall boy moved in an ungainly manner.
背の高い男の子は不器用な仕草で動いた。
C1 adverb /ˌwɛr.əˈpɒn/

whereupon

その後すぐに
Meaning
Immediately after which; as a result of which.
Example
He confessed his mistake, whereupon she forgave him.
彼は自分の間違いを認め、すぐに彼女は彼を許しました。
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。
B2 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

栽培する
Meaning
to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something
Example
Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.
農家は田んぼでお米を育てています。
A2 noun /əˈɡriː.mənts/

agreements

契約
Meaning
Formal arrangements or understandings between two or more parties.
Example
Agreements strengthen partnerships.
契約はパートナーシップを強化します。
C1 noun /ˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

darwinism

ダーウィニズム
Meaning
the theory of biological evolution developed by Charles Darwin, emphasizing natural selection
Example
Darwinism revolutionized the way scientists understood the origin of species.
ダーウィニズムは科学者たちが種の起源を理解する方法を革命的に変えました。
C2 verb /əˈbɛt/

abet

Meaning
to encourage or assist someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing
Example
He was accused of abetting the criminals in their escape.
A2 noun /test/

test

テスト
Meaning
A procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something.
Example
Vehicle tests reduce emissions.
車両テストは排出量を減らします。
B2 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

防御的
Meaning
used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized
Example
He became defensive when criticized about his work.
彼は自分の仕事を批判されると防御的になった。
A2 noun /ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

farming

農業
Meaning
the activity or business of growing crops and raising animals for food or other products
Example
Farming requires both hard work and knowledge about the land.
農業は、土地に関する知識と共に、勤勉な作業を必要とします。
A2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.ni/

Journey

Meaning
an act of travelling from one place to another; a long and often difficult process of personal development
Example
Their journey across the country took three weeks to complete.
彼らの国を横断する旅は三週間かかりました。
C1 noun /ˌdez.ɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/

Designation

任命; 役職; 職位; ステータス
Meaning
the action of choosing someone for a position; a name, title, or official status
Example
His designation as team leader came with additional responsibilities and authority.
チームリーダーとしての彼の任命は、追加の責任と権限を伴っていました。
C2 verb /dɪˈpreɪv/

deprave

堕落させる
Meaning
to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked
Example
The novel was criticized for attempting to deprave the minds of young readers.
その小説は若い読者の心を堕落させようとしたため批判された。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdjʊər.ɪŋ/

Enduring

持続的な; 永続的な; 長期間続く
Meaning
lasting; permanent; continuing for a long time
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted for decades.
彼らの持続的な友情は数十年続きました。
C2 noun /laʊt/

lout

粗野な人
Meaning
An uncouth or aggressive man or boy.
Example
The drunken lout caused a scene at the party.
酔っ払った粗野な人がパーティーで騒ぎを起こした。
B2 noun rɪˈtɛnʃən

retention

保持
Meaning
The continued possession, use, or control of something
Example
The retention of information is essential for academic success.
情報の保持は学問的成功のために重要です。
C2 noun /ˈɛnsaɪn/

ensign

Meaning
A flag or standard, especially a military or naval one indicating nationality; also a junior officer in the navy or coast guard.
Example
The ship raised its national ensign before leaving the harbor.
その船は港を出る前に国旗を掲げました。
A2 verb /rɪŋ/

ring

鳴る
Meaning
to make a clear sound like a bell; to call by telephone
Example
The bell rings every hour.
鐘は毎時鳴る。
B1 verb /ɪmˈbærəs/

embarrass

Meaning
to cause someone to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed
Example
His rude comment really embarrassed her in front of everyone.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɛlɪdʒəbəl/

Ineligible

不適格; 無資格; 選ばれない
Meaning
not qualified or entitled to participate or be chosen; unsuitable
Example
Students with poor grades are ineligible for the scholarship program.
成績が悪い学生は奨学金プログラムに応募できません。
C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

へその緒
Meaning
the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached
Example
The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.
赤ちゃんのへその緒は1週間後に取れました。
C1 verb /ˈwɪtl/

whittle

Meaning
to carve or shape something by cutting off small pieces; to gradually reduce
Example
He spent the afternoon whittling a piece of wood into a toy.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈsiːmli/

unseemly

不適切な
Meaning
Not proper or appropriate in behavior or appearance; unbecoming.
Example
His unseemly remarks embarrassed everyone at the dinner table.
彼の不適切な発言はディナーテーブルで皆を困らせました。
B1 adjective /ˈhɪd.ən/

Hidden

隠れた; 秘密の; 見えない
Meaning
concealed from view; kept secret; not visible or apparent
Example
There was a hidden camera in the room.
部屋には隠れたカメラがありました。
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。
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技術的進歩
Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
技術的進歩は医療分野を革命的に変えつつある。
C2 noun /ˈɡæli/

galley

船の厨房
Meaning
A low, flat ship used in ancient times, often with sails and oars; also, a kitchen on a ship or aircraft.
Example
The galley was filled with the smell of freshly cooked food.
船の厨房は新鮮に調理された食べ物の匂いで満ちていた。
B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 人間関係をうまく扱うことができる
Meaning
relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships
Example
She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.
彼女は誰も怒らせないように外交的な答えをしました。
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈsɒljʊbl/

indissoluble

解消できない
Meaning
Unable to be destroyed, broken, or dissolved.
Example
Marriage was once considered an indissoluble bond.
結婚はかつて解消できない絆と見なされていました。
C1 noun /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃɪˈeɪʃən/

differentiation

差別化, 分化
Meaning
The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between things.
Example
Differentiation from competitors can create a unique market position.
競合他社との差別化により、ユニークな市場ポジションを作り出すことができます。
C2 noun/verb /ˈmæn.ə.kəl/

manacle

手錠
Meaning
A metal shackle for fastening someone's hands or ankles; also to restrain with such shackles.
Example
The prisoner was manacled before being taken to court.
囚人は裁判所に連れて行かれる前に手錠をかけられました。
A1 verb /send/

send

送る
Meaning
to cause something to go or be taken to a particular destination; to transmit
Example
I will send you an email with the details.
詳細な情報を含むメールを送ります。
B2 verb /wɛd/

wed

結婚する
Meaning
to marry someone; to enter into a marriage
Example
They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach.
彼らはビーチで小さな式を挙げることを決めました。
C2 verb /biˈætɪfaɪ/

beatify

列聖
Meaning
to make blessed or holy, especially in the Roman Catholic Church, to declare a deceased person to be among the blessed
Example
The pope decided to beatify the martyr for his faith and sacrifice.
教皇はその信仰と犠牲により、殉教者をビーティファイすることを決定しました。
B1 verb /ɪnˈsɪst/

insist

主張する
Meaning
to demand firmly; to state persistently
Example
He insisted on paying the bill.
彼は請求書の支払いを主張しました。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/

vegetative

成長や生命の基本的なプロセスに関連する、しばしば意識的な思考や活動なしで
Meaning
relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity
Example
The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident.
事故の後、患者は植物状態にとどまっていました。
C2 noun /ɒmˈnɪpətəns/

omnipotence

全能
Meaning
The quality of having unlimited power or authority.
Example
Many religions describe God’s omnipotence as absolute.
多くの宗教では神の全能は絶対的なものと説明されています。
C2 adjective, noun /səbˈmɜːrsəbl/

submersible

潜水艇
Meaning
capable of being submerged; a small underwater craft
Example
The scientists explored the deep ocean using a submersible.
科学者たちは潜水艇を使って深海を探査した。
B2 adverb /ˈænjuəli/

annually

年次
Meaning
once every year; yearly
Example
The company holds a general meeting annually.
その会社は毎年年次総会を開きます。
C2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tɪˈfeə.ri.əs/

Multifarious

多様な; 多方面の
Meaning
having many different aspects or forms; diverse and varied
Example
The company has multifarious business interests including technology, finance, and healthcare.
その会社には、テクノロジー、金融、ヘルスケアを含む多様なビジネス利益があります。
B2 noun /ˈsʌ.plɪ.mənt/

Supplement

サプリメント
Meaning
something that completes or adds to something else; a dietary product
Example
She takes vitamin supplements to maintain her health.
彼女は健康を維持するためにビタミンサプリメントを摂取します。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪp.lət/

triplet

三つ子
Meaning
One of three children or animals born at the same time to the same mother.
Example
The family was surprised to have triplets instead of twins.
その家族は双子ではなく三つ子を持つことに驚いていました。
C2 adjective /ˈsæ.loʊ/

sallow

黄白色
Meaning
Of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color, often referring to skin.
Example
His sallow complexion made him look tired and sickly.
彼の黄白色の肌は、疲れて病気のように見えました。
B2 noun /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/

coalition

連立
Meaning
a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action
Example
Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law.
いくつかの政党が新しい法律を通すために連立を組んだ。
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。
C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

事実や調査ではなく、個人的な話に基づく、逸話的な
Meaning
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
Example
The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.
その本はデータではなく、逸話的証拠で満たされていました。
B2 verb /swer/

swear

誓う
Meaning
to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath
Example
I swear to tell the truth.
私は真実を話すと誓います。
B1 adverb /ˈfriːkwəntli/

Frequently

頻繁に; 定期的に; 多くの回数
Meaning
often; regularly; many times
Example
She frequently visits her grandmother on weekends.
彼女は週末に頻繁に祖母を訪れます。
B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

引き金
Meaning
To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.
Example
The loud noise triggered the alarm system.
大きな音がアラームシステムをトリガーした。
C1 noun /rɪˈflɛktər/

reflector

反射器
Meaning
A surface or device that reflects light, heat, or sound, often used to direct beams or improve visibility.
Example
The cyclist attached a red reflector to the back of his bike for safety.
自転車のライダーは安全のために自分の自転車の後ろに赤い反射器を取り付けました。
B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

料理の
Meaning
Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.
Example
Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.
料理の進歩は食事体験を向上させます。
B1 adjective /ˈlaɪv.li/

Lively

活気のある; 元気な; 明るい
Meaning
full of life and energy; animated; cheerful
Example
The children had a lively discussion about their favorite books.
子供たちはお気に入りの本について活気のある議論をしました。
C2 adjective /ˈkæloʊ/

callow

未熟
Meaning
Inexperienced and immature.
Example
The callow intern made several mistakes on his first day.
未熟なインターンは最初の日にいくつかの間違いをしました。
C2 adjective /əˈkɜːrsɪd/

accursed

呪われた
Meaning
Doomed, detestable, or under a curse.
Example
The villagers avoided the accursed house on the hill.
村人たちは丘の上の呪われた家を避けていた。
C1 verb /əbˈdʌkt/

abduct

誘拐する
Meaning
to take someone away illegally by force or deception
Example
The criminal tried to abduct the child in broad daylight.
犯人は白昼にその子供を誘拐しようとした。
B2 adjective /ˈɔɪl.i/

Oily

油っぽい; 油で覆われた; 脂っこい
Meaning
covered with oil; containing oil; greasy
Example
Her oily skin needs special care.
彼女の油っぽい肌は特別なケアが必要です。
C1 noun /ˈkænən/

canon

規範
Meaning
A general law, rule, principle, or collection of sacred books accepted as genuine.
Example
The book is now considered part of the literary canon.
その本は現在、文学の規範の一部と見なされています。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

outset

開始
Meaning
the beginning or start of something
Example
From the outset, the project seemed ambitious but achievable.
最初から、プロジェクトは野心的だが達成可能に見えました。
C1 noun /ˈpiːɒn/

peon

ピオン
Meaning
a low-ranking worker, often performing menial tasks
Example
The office peon delivered the files to each department.
オフィスのピオンは各部署にファイルを届けました。
C2 noun /ˈplɛdʒiː/

pledgee

担保として何かを譲渡された人物
Meaning
a person to whom something is pledged or given as security
Example
The bank is the pledgee of the collateral until the loan is repaid.
銀行はローンが返済されるまで担保の債権者です。
C1 noun /ˌprɒpəˈɡeɪʃən/

propagation

普及, 宣伝
Meaning
The action of spreading and promoting an idea, theory, etc.
Example
The propagation of ideas through social media is rapid.
ソーシャルメディアを通じてアイデアの普及が急速に進んでいます。
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。
A2 noun /hɒt drɪŋk/

Hot-drink

ホットドリンク
Meaning
a warm or heated beverage consumed for refreshment or comfort
Example
I prefer a hot drink like tea or coffee in the morning.
朝にお茶やコーヒーなどのホットドリンクを好みます。
B1 adjective /ˈhɑːrmfəl/

Harmful

有害な
Meaning
causing or likely to cause harm; damaging
Example
Smoking is harmful to your health.
喫煙は健康に有害です。
B1 noun /ˈθʌn.dər/

Thunder

雷鳴
Meaning
the loud rumbling sound that follows lightning; to make a loud deep sound
Example
We heard thunder rolling across the sky.
空を横切る雷鳴を聞きました。
C1 noun /kæsˈkeɪd/

Cascade

滝; 一連の段階や操作
Meaning
a waterfall; a succession of stages or operations
Example
The mountain cascade created a beautiful natural swimming pool below.
山の滝は下に美しい自然のスイミングプールを作りました。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛnərəbəl/

Venerable

尊敬すべき; 立派な
Meaning
deserving respect due to age, wisdom, or character; revered
Example
The venerable professor has taught at the university for fifty years.
その尊敬すべき教授は大学で50年間教えてきました。
C2 verb /ɪˈnæmər/

enamor

恋する
Meaning
to be filled with love or admiration for
Example
She was enamored with the beautiful scenery.
彼女は美しい景色に恋していた。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

争い, 論争
Meaning
a disagreement or argument about something important
Example
The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.
二国間で国境問題について争いが続いています。
B1 verb /əˈpruːv/

approve

承認する
Meaning
to officially agree to or accept something; to give permission
Example
The committee will approve the new policy tomorrow.
委員会は明日新しい方針を承認します。
C1 adjective /moʊv/

mauve

薄紫色
Meaning
a pale purple color with a grayish or bluish tinge
Example
She wore a beautiful mauve dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーで美しい薄紫色のドレスを着ていた。
B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

偽りの, 嘘の
Meaning
not genuine; fraudulent or insincere
Example
He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.
彼は本当の気持ちを隠すために偽りの笑顔を見せた。
C2 noun /ɒmˈnɪʃəns/

omniscience

全知
Meaning
the state of knowing everything
Example
The novel's narrator has an air of omniscience, revealing every character's thoughts.
小説の語り手は全知の空気をまとい、すべてのキャラクターの考えを明らかにしている。