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B1 noun /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/

motivation

モチベーション
Meaning
the reason or drive for acting or behaving in a particular way
Example
She lost her motivation to continue the project.
彼女はプロジェクトを続けるモチベーションを失いました。
A1 noun /kaʊ/

Cow

牛
Meaning
a large farm animal kept for milk or meat
Example
The cow produces fresh milk every morning.
牛は毎朝新鮮なミルクを生産します。
C1 adjective /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

stringent

厳格
Meaning
strict, precise, and exacting
Example
The government imposed stringent measures during the crisis.
政府は危機の間に厳しい措置を課しました。
C1 noun /kəˈres/

Caress

愛撫
Meaning
a gentle or loving touch
Example
The mother's gentle caress calmed the crying baby.
母親の優しい愛撫が泣いている赤ちゃんを落ち着かせた。
C1 verb /prəˈkjʊər/

procure

調達する
Meaning
to obtain something, especially with effort or difficulty
Example
They managed to procure enough supplies for the expedition.
彼らは遠征のために十分な物資を調達することができました。
A2 noun /hɛn/

Hen

雌鶏
Meaning
female chicken
Example
The hen laid fresh eggs in the nest.
雌鶏は巣に新鮮な卵を産んだ。
B1 adjective /eɪdʒd/

aged

年老いた
Meaning
having lived for a specified number of years; old
Example
The aged man sat in the park, watching the children play.
年老いた男は公園に座り、子供たちが遊ぶのを見ていた。
A2 noun ˈmɒd.əl

model

モデル
Meaning
A framework, prototype, or simulation used to represent or understand a system or process.
Example
Scientists use a model to simulate climate change.
科学者たちは気候変動をシミュレートするためにモデルを使用します。
A2 noun /əˈlɪmpɪks/

olympics

オリンピック競技大会
Meaning
an international sports competition held every four years with athletes from many countries
Example
The Olympics bring athletes from all over the world together.
オリンピックは世界中のアスリートを一堂に集めます。
C2 adjective /ˌpəʊstˈprændɪəl/

postprandial

食後
Meaning
Occurring after a meal.
Example
He went for a postprandial walk after dinner.
彼は夕食後にポストプランディアルウォークに出かけた。
A2 noun /ˈmʌʃ.ruːm/

Mushroom

きのこ
Meaning
a type of fungus that can be eaten, often used in cooking
Example
The pizza was topped with fresh mushrooms.
ピザは新鮮なきのこで飾られていました。
C2 adjective /ɪkˌstɛmpəˈreɪniəs/

extemporaneous

準備なしで行う
Meaning
Spoken or done without preparation.
Example
He gave an extemporaneous speech at the meeting.
彼は会議で即興のスピーチをしました。
C2 noun /ˈdrʌmɪt/

Drumet

ドラメット
Meaning
a small drum used in military or marching bands
Example
The drummer played a steady beat on the drumet during the parade.
ドラマーはパレード中にドゥルメットで一定のリズムを演奏しました。
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。
B1 adjective /ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/

Loving

愛情深い; 世話好きな; 愛と温かさを示す
Meaning
affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth
Example
She is a loving mother who cares deeply for her children.
彼女は子供たちを深く思いやる愛情深い母親です。
B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

証言; 証拠
Meaning
a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof
Example
The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.
証人は裁判中に説得力のある証言をしました。
B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

注意深い; 用心深い; 観察力のある
Meaning
careful to pay attention; alert and observant
Example
The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.
注意深い学生は、教師が言ったすべての言葉に注意深く耳を傾けました。
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

年金
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
退職後、彼は会社から毎月年金を受け取ります。
B2 noun /ˈfækəlti/

faculty

能力、学部
Meaning
an inherent mental or physical ability; a division of a university
Example
She has a remarkable faculty for languages.
彼女は言語に対して驚異的な能力を持っています。
B1 verb /ˈreskjuː/

rescue

救助する
Meaning
to save someone or something from danger or harm
Example
The firefighters rescued the cat from the tree.
消防士は木から猫を救助しました。
C1 adjective /kənˈdʒenɪtl/

congenital

先天的
Meaning
existing from birth, usually describing a disease or condition
Example
The child was born with a congenital heart defect.
その子供は先天的な心臓疾患を持って生まれました。
C1 verb /wɪðˈhoʊld/

withhold

差し控える
Meaning
to refuse to give or keep back something
Example
The company decided to withhold his bonus.
会社は彼のボーナスを差し控えることにした。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnəˈtɛntɪv/

inattentive

不注意な
Meaning
not paying attention; lacking focus or concentration
Example
The inattentive student missed several important instructions.
不注意な学生は重要な指示をいくつも逃した。
B1 noun /læm/

Lamb

子羊
Meaning
a young sheep; meat from a young sheep
Example
The little lamb followed its mother everywhere.
その小さな子羊は母親の後をどこでも追いかけた。
A2 noun /kəˈnɛkʃən/

connection

接続
Meaning
a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else
Example
There is a strong connection between exercise and health.
運動と健康の間に強い接続があります。
C2 noun (plural, informal) /skædz/

scads

たくさん
Meaning
A large number or quantity of something (informal).
Example
She has scads of friends in the city.
彼女は街にたくさんの友達がいます。
C1 verb/adjective /dɪˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

degenerate

堕落する
Meaning
To decline or deteriorate in quality, character, or condition; or someone with low moral standards.
Example
The once thriving empire began to degenerate into chaos.
かつて繁栄していた帝国は混沌に堕ち始めました。
C1 noun /ˈraɪtʃəsnəs/

righteousness

正義
Meaning
the quality of being morally right or justifiable
Example
His life was dedicated to righteousness and truth.
彼の人生は正義と真実に捧げられた。
B2 noun /rɪˈfɔːr.mər/

Reformer

改革者
Meaning
a person who works to bring about positive changes in society or institutions
Example
The social reformer dedicated her life to improving education for all children.
社会的な改革者は、すべての子供たちの教育を改善するために自分の人生を捧げました。
C2 noun /staɪn/

stein

ビールジョッキ
Meaning
A large beer mug, typically made of glass or stoneware.
Example
He raised his stein to toast his friends.
彼は友達のために乾杯するためにシュタインを持ち上げました。
B2 verb /blɜːr/

blur

ぼやける
Meaning
to make something unclear or difficult to see
Example
Tears blurred her vision.
涙が彼女の視界をぼやけさせた。
C1 noun rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ə.tɪv ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ

regenerative farming

再生農業
Meaning
Agricultural practices that improve soil health and biodiversity.
Example
Regenerative farming improves soil fertility and biodiversity.
再生農業は土壌の肥沃度と生物多様性を向上させます。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːzənəbəl/

unreasonable

理不尽な
Meaning
not guided by reason or fairness; excessive or extreme beyond what is acceptable
Example
The manager made an unreasonable demand that no one could realistically meet.
マネージャーは理不尽な要求をした。
C1 noun /ˈbuːt.stræp.ɪŋ/

bootstrapping

自己資金による起業
Meaning
Starting a business with personal resources or small investments without external funding or venture capital.
Example
Many entrepreneurs rely on bootstrapping to launch their businesses.
多くの起業家はビジネスを立ち上げるためにブートストラッピングに依存しています。
C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɪzəm/

conservatism

保守主義
Meaning
A political or social philosophy promoting traditional institutions and resistance to change.
Example
Conservatism values tradition and gradual development.
保守主義は伝統と徐々に進行する発展を重視します。
A2 noun /dɪˈsɪʒənz/

decisions

決定
Meaning
A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action or process of deciding something.
Example
Making the right decisions in time was key to the project's success.
時間内に正しい決定を下すことがプロジェクトの成功の鍵でした。
B1 noun ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv

executive

執行機関
Meaning
The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Example
The executive body enforces policies.
執行機関は政策を実行します。
B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

曖昧
Meaning
Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.
Example
His statement was too ambiguous to understand.
彼の発言は理解するにはあまりにも曖昧だった。
C1 noun /ˈkɪŋ.fɪʃ.ər/

King-Fisher

カワセミ
Meaning
a small bird with bright blue and orange feathers that catches fish by diving into water
Example
The colorful kingfisher dove into the pond to catch a fish.
色とりどりのカワセミが池に飛び込んで魚を捕まえました。
A2 noun /ˈkʌzn/

cousin

いとこ
Meaning
A child of one's uncle or aunt.
Example
My cousin is coming to visit us this weekend.
私のいとこが今週末に遊びに来ます。
C1 verb /ˈɡælvənaɪz/

galvanize

Meaning
to shock or excite someone into taking action; to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc
Example
The speech galvanized the crowd into action.
B1 adjective /ˈvɪʒuəl/

visual

視覚的
Meaning
Relating to seeing or sight.
Example
The movie was praised for its stunning visual effects.
その映画は素晴らしい視覚的効果で賞賛されました。
C2 noun /ˈɪnfəmi/

infamy

幸福
Meaning
the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed
Example
His name will live in infamy for the crimes he committed.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができなかった。
C2 noun prəˈklɪv.ə.ti

proclivity

傾向
Meaning
A tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination or predisposition toward a particular thing.
Example
She has a proclivity for learning new languages.
彼女は新しい言語を学ぶ傾向があります。
B2 noun /rɪˈstreɪnt/

Restraint

抑制; 自制
Meaning
the action of keeping someone or something under control; self-control
Example
She showed great restraint in not responding to the criticism.
彼女は批判に反応しなかったことに大きな自制心を見せた。
A2 adjective /dɪˈlɪʃəs/

delicious

幸せ
Meaning
having a very pleasant taste or smell
Example
The cake was so delicious that everyone asked for a second slice.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠すことができませんでした。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɜːs/

Inverse

逆の; 反対の
Meaning
opposite in order, nature, or effect; reversed
Example
There is an inverse relationship between price and demand.
価格と需要の間に逆の関係があります。
C1 noun /ˌdiː.mɑːˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Demarcation

境界設定
Meaning
the action of fixing the boundary or limits of something; separation or division
Example
The demarcation between public and private land was clearly marked.
公共の土地と私有地の境界設定は明確に示されていた。
B2 adverb /ˈʌltəmətli/

ultimately

最終的に
Meaning
in the end, after everything else
Example
Ultimately, we decided to go ahead with the project.
最終的に、私たちはプロジェクトを進めることに決めました。
C1 adjective /ˈbækˌhændɪd/

backhanded

間接的または皮肉な
Meaning
Indirect or sarcastic, often appearing as praise but actually insulting.
Example
She gave him a backhanded compliment about his work.
彼女は彼の仕事に対して間接的な褒め言葉を言った。
C1 adjective /ɪˈledʒ.ə.bəl/

illegible

読めない
Meaning
Not clear enough to be read; unreadable.
Example
The doctor’s handwriting was almost illegible.
医者の手書きはほとんど読めなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

隣接した; 近接した; 隣国の
Meaning
situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering
Example
We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.
私たちは貿易のために隣国をよく訪れます。
C1 noun ˈrɛp.ə.twɑːr

repertoire

レパートリー
Meaning
A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.
Example
The actor's repertoire includes both comedy and drama.
俳優のレパートリーにはコメディとドラマが含まれています。
C1 adverb /ˈkrɒswaɪz/

Crosswise

交差方向
Meaning
in the form of a cross; diagonally across
Example
Place the logs crosswise to build a stable fire.
安定した火を作るために丸太を交差方向に置いてください。
A1 adjective /ɡreɪt/

great

素晴らしい
Meaning
Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average; very good or important.
Example
She gave a great performance at the concert.
彼女はコンサートで素晴らしいパフォーマンスをしました。
C2 noun /dʒuːt/

jute

黄麻
Meaning
a long, soft, shiny plant fiber used to make rope, bags, sacks, and coarse cloth
Example
Jute is widely used to make eco-friendly bags and ropes.
黄麻は環境にやさしい素材です。
B1 noun/verb /ˈmætərz/

matters

問題 / 重要である
Meaning
important topics, concerns, or issues; as a verb, to be of importance or significance
Example
What she thinks really matters to me.
彼女が思うことは私にとって本当に重要です。
B2 noun /ˈʌpˌkiːp/

up-keep

維持管理
Meaning
The process or cost of maintaining something in good condition.
Example
The upkeep of the old house is very expensive.
古い家の維持管理は非常に高価です。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.
C1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs kwoʊ/

status quo

現状
Meaning
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
Example
The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.
政府はさらなるレビューまで現状を維持することを決定しました。
C1 noun /ˌsəʊ.ʃi.əʊˈek.ə.nɒm.ɪk ˈprɒɡ.res/

socioeconomic progress

社会経済的進歩
Meaning
Advancement in both social and economic conditions of a society or community.
Example
Socioeconomic progress uplifts marginalized communities.
社会経済的進歩は、疎外されたコミュニティを引き上げます。
B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

さもないと; 他の方法で
Meaning
in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that
Example
Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.
一生懸命勉強しなさい、さもないと試験に落ちます。
B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

洞察力のある
Meaning
Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.
Example
The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.
教授はグローバル経済に関する洞察力のある講義を行いました。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə/

insecure

不安定
Meaning
not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious
Example
She felt insecure about her performance in the exam.
彼女は試験での自分のパフォーマンスに不安を感じていました。
B2 verb /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

simplify

簡単にする
Meaning
to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity
Example
The teacher simplified the complex equation for the students.
教師は生徒のために複雑な方程式を簡単にしました。
B2 adjective kɒnˈtek.stju.əl

contextual

文脈の
Meaning
Depending on or relating to the circumstances or setting; context-dependent.
Example
Contextual meaning changes depending on usage.
文脈の意味は使用によって変わります。
C2 noun /ˌluː.mɪˈnɛs.əns/

luminescence

発光現象
Meaning
The emission of light by a substance not resulting from heat; a type of cold light.
Example
The luminescence of the fireflies lit up the forest.
ホタルの発光現象が森を照らしました。
B2 noun /ˈbʊlɪt/

Bullet

弾丸
Meaning
a metal projectile fired from a gun
Example
The bullet missed its target and hit the wall.
その弾丸は標的を外し、壁に当たった。
A1 noun ˈfoʊtoʊz

Photos

写真
Meaning
Photographs; pictures taken with a camera.
Example
Adding photos to a family tree makes it more personal.
家系図に写真を追加すると、より個人的になります。
A1 pronoun /wi/

we

私たち
Meaning
used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself and one or more other people
Example
We are going to the park this afternoon.
私たちは今日の午後公園に行きます。
C1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌliːtər/

centiliter

Meaning
A metric unit of capacity equal to one hundredth of a liter.
Example
The recipe calls for 20 centiliters of milk.
C2 verb /bɪˈtaɪd/

betide

起こる
Meaning
to happen or occur, usually of something that befalls someone
Example
Woe betide anyone who breaks the rules.
ルールを破る者は災難を被るだろう。
A2 noun /ˈkiːbɔːrd/

keyboard

キーボード
Meaning
a set of keys used to operate a computer, typewriter, or similar device for inputting text and commands
Example
She typed the report quickly on her keyboard.
彼女はキーボードで素早くレポートを入力した。
A1 verb /raɪd/

ride

乗る/ライディング
Meaning
to travel on or in a vehicle; to sit on and control a horse
Example
She likes to ride her bicycle to work.
彼女は自転車で仕事に行くのが好きです。
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

憲法に関する
Meaning
Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.
Example
Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.
憲法改革はシステム内で公正を確保します。
B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

荒れ果てた
Meaning
in a poor condition; worn out or neglected
Example
They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.
彼らは町の端にある荒れ果てた家に住んでいます。
C2 adjective /ˈpɜːrviəs/

pervious

透水性の
Meaning
Allowing water, air, or other substances to pass through; permeable.
Example
The soil here is pervious to rainwater.
ここでは土壌が雨水を通すことができます。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈfɛnsəbl̩/

indefensible

弁護できない
Meaning
not able to be protected or justified
Example
The minister’s remarks were considered indefensible by the public.
大臣の発言は公衆によって弁護できないとみなされました。
A2 noun /ˈɛər.laɪn/

airline

航空会社
Meaning
A company that provides regular flights for passengers and goods.
Example
The airline announced a discount on international tickets.
その航空会社は国際線チケットの割引を発表しました。
B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

巡礼者; 旅行者
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
巡礼者は聖なる神殿に到達するために何日も歩きました。
B1 noun /blæk ˈpep.ər/

Black Pepper

黒胡椒
Meaning
a hot-tasting spice made from dried peppercorns, widely used for seasoning food
Example
Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
ステーキに塩と新鮮に挽いたブラックペッパーを振りかけてください。
C2 verb /ʌpˈhiːv/

upheave

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

obstreperous

騒がしくて制御が難しい
Meaning
Noisy and difficult to control.
Example
The obstreperous students disrupted the class.
騒がしい学生たちが授業を妨害した。
A1 number /ˈfɔːrti/

forty

幸せ
Meaning
the number 40; ten times four
Example
She celebrated her forty years of life with a big party.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
C1 adjective /ˈʌpərˌmoʊst/

uppermost

最上
Meaning
situated at the highest place or most important
Example
Her family's safety was uppermost in her mind during the crisis.
危機の間、彼女の心の中で最も重要なのは家族の安全でした。
B2 noun

Kitchen garden

キッチンガーデン; キッチンの近くの庭
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɔːrdənət/

inordinate

過度の
Meaning
Excessive or unusually large in degree.
Example
She spent an inordinate amount of time on her phone.
彼女は電話に過度の時間を費やしました。
C2 noun ˈoʊʃən ˌstrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

ocean stratification

海洋の成層
Meaning
The formation of layers in ocean water due to differences in density.
Example
Ocean stratification affects marine biodiversity.
オーシャンストラティフィケーションは海洋生物多様性に影響を与えます。
B1 adjective /ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

Energetic

エネルギッシュな; 活発な; エネルギーに満ちた
Meaning
having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy
Example
She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities.
彼女は非常にエネルギッシュで、アウトドア活動が大好きです。
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。
C2 verb /ˈhɑːbəl/

hobble

よろけて歩く
Meaning
to walk awkwardly with difficulty, usually due to injury
Example
He hobbled across the room after twisting his ankle.
彼は足首をひねった後、部屋をよろよろと歩いた。
C1 noun njuːˈtræl.ə.ti

neutrality

中立
Meaning
The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement, etc.; impartiality.
Example
Neutrality fosters trust in decision-making.
中立は意思決定において信頼を育みます。
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊbər/

Sober

冷静な; 真剣で思慮深い; 節度のある
Meaning
not affected by alcohol; serious and thoughtful; moderate
Example
He remained sober throughout the celebration.
彼は祝典全体を通して冷静を保っていた。
C1 verb /əˈluːd/

allude

ほのめかす
Meaning
To refer to something indirectly or casually.
Example
The professor alluded to Shakespeare during the lecture.
教授は講義中にシェイクスピアに言及した。
A2 noun ˌedʒ.ʊˈkeɪ.ʃən

education

教育
Meaning
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
Example
Quality education is key to progress.
質の高い教育は進歩の鍵です。
C1 verb /vəˈkeɪt/

vacate

退去する
Meaning
to leave a place; to make empty by leaving
Example
The tenants must vacate the apartment by the end of the month.
入居者は月末までにアパートを退去しなければならない。
C1 verb /kriːk/

creak

高い音できしむ音を立てる
Meaning
to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved
Example
The old door creaked as she opened it.
古いドアは彼女が開けるときにきしんだ。
C1 noun /pɒmp/

pomp

壮大, 豪華
Meaning
ceremonial display or splendor; grandeur
Example
The graduation ceremony was full of pomp and circumstance.
卒業式は壮大で豪華でした。
C1 noun /ˈkɜːrnəl/

kernel

何かの中心; ナッツや種子の食べられる部分
Meaning
the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed
Example
The kernel of the argument was about fairness.
議論の核心は公平についてでした。
C2 noun /ˌhɛtərəʤəˈniːɪti/

heterogeneity

異質性
Meaning
the quality or state of being diverse in character or content
Example
The cultural heterogeneity of the city makes it vibrant and unique.
その都市の文化的異質性は、それを活気に満ちたユニークなものにしています。
C2 noun /ˈpɒmfrɪt/

Pomfret

マナガツオ
Meaning
A deep-bodied marine fish with silvery scales, popular in Asian cuisine
Example
The restaurant serves delicious pomfret curry with rice.
レストランはご飯と一緒に美味しいマナガツオカレーを提供します。
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

擁護
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
彼女の子どもの権利への擁護は、国際的な認知を得た。
B2 noun /ˈɡleɪʃər/

glacier

氷河
Meaning
a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land
Example
The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change.
氷河は気候変動のためにゆっくりと溶けています。
C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

置き換える
Meaning
To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.
Example
This new law will supersede the old regulations.
この新しい法律は古い規則を置き換えます。
C1 verb /ˈrʌsl/

rustle

ささやく
Meaning
To make a soft, light sound like leaves or paper moving.
Example
The leaves rustled gently in the evening breeze.
葉っぱが夕方のそよ風でそっとささやいていました。
C1 noun /ɪˈpɪt.ə.mi/

epitome

特定の品質やタイプの完璧な例; 何かの最良の表現
Meaning
A perfect example of a particular quality or type; the best representation of something.
Example
She is the epitome of grace and kindness.
彼女は優雅さと親切さの典型です。
B1 noun /ˈtɛmpəl/

temple

寺院
Meaning
a building used for the worship of a god or gods
Example
They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India.
インディアへの旅行中に古代の寺院を訪れました。
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。
C1 adjective /rɪˈvɜː.sə.bəl/

Reversible

可逆的な
Meaning
able to be turned the other way around; able to be undone or changed back
Example
This jacket is reversible and can be worn on both sides.
このジャケットはリバーシブルで、両面で着られます。
B1 noun /ˈmɪr.ɪ.kəl/

Miracle

奇跡
Meaning
An extraordinary and welcome event that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws
Example
The patient's recovery was called a miracle by the doctors.
患者の回復は医師によって奇跡だと呼ばれました。
C2 verb /əˈbreɪd/

abrade

摩擦で擦り減らす
Meaning
to scrape or wear away the surface by friction or erosion
Example
The rough cloth can easily abrade the skin.
ザ・ラフクロスは皮膚を簡単に擦ります。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtræk.tə.bəl/

intractable

管理不能
Meaning
Difficult or impossible to manage, control, or solve.
Example
The conflict has become an intractable problem.
その対立は管理不能な問題になった。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌθɔːt/

forethought

先見の明
Meaning
careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future
Example
With a little forethought, we could have avoided the problem.
少しの先見の明で、この問題を避けることができたかもしれません。
C1 verb /kənˈsaɪn/

consign

委託する
Meaning
to deliver something to a person or place, often for selling or safekeeping
Example
He consigned the package to the shipping company.
彼は荷物を配送会社に委託しました。
A2 adjective /flæt/

flat

平ら
Meaning
Smooth and level, without raised areas or curves.
Example
The road ahead was completely flat.
前方の道路は完全に平らでした。
C2 noun /ˈmætrɪˌsaɪd/

matricide

母親殺し
Meaning
The act of killing one's own mother.
Example
The crime of matricide shocked the entire town.
母親殺しの犯罪は街全体を驚かせた。
C1 noun /ˈfɪɡjərˌhɛd/

figurehead

名目上の指導者
Meaning
a nominal leader with no real power; a symbolic head
Example
The king was merely a figurehead with no real authority.
王は実際の権限を持たない象徴的な指導者に過ぎなかった。
C1 noun /truːs/

truce

休戦
Meaning
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
Example
The two countries agreed to a truce after weeks of intense fighting.
二国は数週間にわたる激しい戦闘の後、休戦に合意しました。
B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

フルート
Meaning
a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end
Example
He played a sweet melody on his flute.
彼は自分のフルートで甘いメロディーを演奏しました。
C1 noun /ˈlɔːsuːt/

lawsuit

訴訟
Meaning
a legal case brought to a court of law by one person against another
Example
The company faced a lawsuit over false advertising.
その会社は虚偽広告に関する訴訟に直面した。
C1 noun /bəˈnæn.zə/

Bonanza

富、運、または利益の突然の増加を引き起こす状況や出来事
Meaning
a situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits
Example
The oil discovery was a bonanza for the small country.
石油の発見は小さな国にとってボナンザでした。