A2 noun /ˈpær.ət/

Parrot

オウム

Meaning

a tropical bird with a curved beak and often brightly colored feathers that can be taught to speak

Example

The colorful parrot repeated everything the children said.

色とりどりのオウムが子供たちが言ったことを繰り返しました。

C2 verb /dɪsˈmɛmbər/

dismember

切断する

Meaning

to cut or tear the limbs from a body; to divide into separate parts

Example

The king ordered his enemies to be dismembered.

王は敵を切り刻むよう命じました。

B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːks

frameworks

枠組み

Meaning

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.

Example

Frameworks define the basis of systems.

枠組みはシステムの基盤を定義します。

C1 adjective /ˈbaʊn.tɪ.fəl/

bountiful

豊富な / 寛大な

Meaning

Large in quantity; abundant; generous in giving.

Example

The farmer was grateful for the bountiful harvest.

農家は豊富な収穫に感謝していた。

B2 noun /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

渋滞

Meaning

A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.

Example

Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.

都市の渋滞は、旅行時間を長くする原因です。

C2 noun /ˈɪndɪkənt/

indicant

指標

Meaning

Something that indicates or points to a fact or condition.

Example

High fever is often an indicant of infection.

高熱はしばしば感染の指標となります。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɪstənt/

insistent

執拗な

Meaning

demanding something firmly and refusing to accept no

Example

The child was insistent on getting a new toy.

その子供は新しいおもちゃを手に入れることに執拗だった。

C2 noun /aɪˈdɒlətri/

idolatry

偶像崇拝

Meaning

The worship of idols or extreme admiration for someone or something.

Example

The priest condemned the idolatry practiced in the village.

司祭は村で行われている偶像崇拝を非難した。

C1 noun ˈkeɪ.dəns

cadence

話し言葉のリズムとトーンの上下動

Meaning

The rhythm and flow of speech with rise and fall in tone.

Example

His speech had a natural cadence that captivated the audience.

彼のスピーチには自然なケイデンスがあり、観客を魅了しました。

C1 noun /dɪsˈlɛksiə/

dyslexia

ディスレクシア

Meaning

A learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and decoding words.

Example

The teacher used special methods to help the student with dyslexia.

先生はディスレクシアの学生を助けるために特別な方法を使いました。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈɔːdəbl/

inaudible

聞こえない

Meaning

Unable to be heard.

Example

Her voice was almost inaudible over the noise.

その音の中で彼女の声はほとんど聞こえなかった。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈθrɔː.lɪŋ/

enthralling

魅力的

Meaning

Captivating and holding one's attention completely; fascinating.

Example

The movie was enthralling, keeping the audience engaged till the end.

その映画は魅力的で、観客は最後まで引き込まれていました。

B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

怖がらせる

Meaning

To cause someone to feel extreme fear.

Example

The loud thunder terrified the children.

大きな雷が子供たちを怖がらせた。

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。

C1 adjective /praɪˈmɔːrdiəl/

primordial

原始的な

Meaning

Existing at or from the beginning of time; fundamental and original.

Example

Scientists study the primordial soup from which life emerged.

科学者たちは生命が出現した原始的なスープを研究しています。

A1 noun /deɪ/

Day

日

Meaning

a period of twenty-four hours; the time during which there is light

Example

What a beautiful day it is today with clear blue skies!

今日は青空が広がる美しい日です！

C2 noun /rɪˈpruːf/

reproof

叱責, 非難

Meaning

An expression of blame or disapproval.

Example

His careless words drew a sharp reproof from his mother.

彼の不注意な言葉は、母親からの厳しい叱責を引き起こした。

C2 noun /ˈkʌstərd ˈæpəl/

Custard Apple

クリームアップル

Meaning

a tropical fruit with sweet creamy white flesh and black seeds

Example

The custard apple has a sweet and creamy texture.

クリームアップルは甘くてクリーミーな食感です。

C2 noun /ˌɛntəˈmɒlədʒi/

entomology

昆虫学

Meaning

The scientific study of insects.

Example

She studied entomology to understand the behavior of bees.

彼女は蜂の行動を理解するために昆虫学を学びました。

B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

生物多様性

Meaning

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Example

Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.

熱帯雨林は膨大な生物多様性を持っています。

A1 title /ˈmɪsɪz/

mrs

ミセス

Meaning

a title used before a married woman's name

Example

Mrs. Karim is the headmistress of the school.

ミセス・カリムは学校の校長です。

B2 adjective /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

幸せ

Meaning

relating to machines or the way they work

Example

She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

人工の

Meaning

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Example

This lake is manmade, not natural.

この湖は人工のもので、自然のものではありません。

B2 verb /daɪˈvɜːrt/

divert

Meaning

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

Example

The police diverted traffic to a side road.

C2 verb /ɪnˈhjuːm/

inhume

埋葬する

Meaning

to bury a dead body in the ground

Example

They inhumed the warrior with full honors.

彼らは戦士を完全な名誉を持って埋葬しました。

C2 noun /ˈθɝː.moʊ.klaɪn/

thermocline

サーモクライン

Meaning

A layer in a body of water in which temperature changes rapidly with depth.

Example

The thermocline separates warm surface water from cold deep water.

サーモクラインは、暖かい表面水と冷たい深層水を分けます。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌfɪt/

outfit

衣装

Meaning

A set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.

Example

She wore a beautiful outfit to the party.

彼女はパーティーに美しい衣装を着て行った。

A2 noun /paɪ/

Pie

パイ

Meaning

a baked dish of fruit, meat, or vegetables, typically with a top and base of pastry

Example

My grandmother makes the best apple pie in town.

私の祖母は町で一番おいしいアップルパイを作ります。

B1 adverb /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/

permanently

永続的に

Meaning

in a way that lasts or remains unchanged for a long time or forever

Example

She moved to the city permanently after finishing her studies.

彼女は学業を終えた後、永続的にその街に引っ越しました。

B1 adjective /ˈtrɪki/

Tricky

難しい; 狡猾な; 騙すような

Meaning

requiring skill or careful handling; difficult to deal with

Example

This math problem is quite tricky to solve.

この数学の問題はかなり解くのが難しい。

B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

強く欲する, 渇望する

Meaning

to have a strong desire for something

Example

She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.

彼女は冒険を渇望し、しばしば遠くの場所へ旅行します。

B1 noun /ˈsoʊ.lər ˌsɪs.təm/

Solar system

太陽系

Meaning

the sun and all the planets, moons, asteroids and other objects that orbit around it

Example

Our solar system has eight planets orbiting the sun.

私たちの太陽系には、太陽の周りを回る8つの惑星があります。

B2 noun /bækˈtɪəriəm/

bacterium

バクテリア

Meaning

A single microscopic organism belonging to the group of bacteria.

Example

The doctor explained that a single bacterium can multiply rapidly under the right conditions.

医者は、1つのバクテリウムが適切な条件下で急速に増殖できることを説明しました。

C1 adjective /ˈneɪzl/

nasal

鼻音の

Meaning

Relating to the nose; a sound produced through the nose.

Example

He spoke with a nasal voice due to his cold.

風邪で彼は鼻声で話した。

C1 adjective/adverb /əˈmɪs/

amiss

間違った

Meaning

Not quite right; inappropriate or out of place.

Example

Something seems amiss with the car's engine.

車のエンジンに何か間違ったことがあるようです。

B2 adjective /ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

beneficial

有益な

Meaning

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

Example

Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.

目をこすることは適度であれば有益です。

C1 noun, adjective /ˈsɛntənəri/ or /sɛnˈtɛnəri/

centenary

百年記念

Meaning

The hundredth anniversary of a significant event; relating to a period of 100 years.

Example

The school celebrated its centenary with a grand event.

学校は百年記念を盛大なイベントで祝いました。

A2 adverb /ˈlaʊdli/

loudly

大声で

Meaning

in a way that produces a lot of sound; with a high volume

Example

He spoke loudly so everyone in the room could hear him.

彼はみんなに聞こえるように大声で話した。

C2 verb /əˈkuːtər/

accouter

装備する

Meaning

to equip or outfit, typically with military or ceremonial attire

Example

The soldiers were accoutered in full battle gear.

兵士たちは完全な戦闘装備を整えていた。

B2 adjective /ˈdaʊt.fəl/

Doubtful

疑わしい; 不確かな; 何かに対して不確かに感じる

Meaning

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

Example

I am doubtful about the success of this project.

私はこのプロジェクトの成功について疑問を持っています。

C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪər/

triumvir

三人委員

Meaning

One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.

Example

Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate.

カエサルは最初のローマの三人委員会の一員でした。

B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

ランプ

Meaning

a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply

Example

The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.

車は駐車場のランプを上がった。

A1 noun /tɛn/

ten

十

Meaning

the number following nine and preceding eleven

Example

I have ten apples in the basket.

バスケットには十個のリンゴがあります。

B1 noun truː ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃən

true education

真の教育

Meaning

Genuine learning that develops both mind and character.

Example

True education builds a noble and beautiful life.

真の教育は高貴で美しい人生を築きます。

C1 adjective /prəˈpɔːrʃənət/

proportionate

比例的な

Meaning

Corresponding in size, degree, or intensity; balanced in relation.

Example

The punishment should be proportionate to the crime.

罰は犯罪に比例するべきです。

A1 adjective /haɪ/

high

高い

Meaning

At or to a great height; greater than normal in amount, degree, or intensity.

Example

The mountain peak is very high.

山の頂上はとても高いです。

C2 adjective /ˈkʌmli/

comely

美しい

Meaning

Attractive or pleasant in appearance.

Example

The actress was known for her comely features.

女優は彼女の美しい特徴で知られていました。

C2 noun /ˈpɛtrəˌɡræf/

petrograph

岩石の説明

Meaning

a description or representation of rocks, especially in detailed scientific writing

Example

The scientist studied the petrograph to understand the rock composition.

科学者は岩石の組成を理解するためにペトログラフを研究しました。

C2 adjective /ˈpɑːmi/

palmy

繁栄 / 栄光

Meaning

prosperous, flourishing, or relating to palm trees

Example

He often reminisced about the palmy days of his youth.

彼は若い頃の繁栄した日々をよく思い出していました。

A1 preposition /fɔːr/

for

のために

Meaning

used to indicate purpose, destination, or recipient

Example

This gift is for you.

このギフトはあなたのためです。

C1 noun/verb /ˈræfəl/

raffle

抽選券の販売

Meaning

A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets, one or more of which are drawn at random for a prize; to sell something in such a lottery.

Example

The charity decided to raffle a bicycle to raise funds.

チャリティーは資金調達のために自転車を抽選で販売することに決めました。

B2 noun /ˈrækɪt/

racket

ラケット / 騒音

Meaning

A piece of equipment used to hit the ball in sports like tennis or badminton; also a loud noise or an illegal scheme.

Example

He bought a new tennis racket for the match.

彼は試合のために新しいテニスラケットを買った。

B2 noun /ˈrest.ləs.nəs/

Restlessness

不安

Meaning

the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom

Example

His restlessness during the long meeting was obvious to everyone.

長い会議中、彼の不安は全員に明らかだった。

C1 verb /rɪˈlɛnt/

relent

譲歩する、柔らかくなる

Meaning

to become less severe, harsh, or strict

Example

After hours of begging, she finally relented.

何時間もの懇願の後、彼女はついに譲歩した。

C2 noun /ˈbɪvuˌæk/

bivouac

仮設キャンプ

Meaning

a temporary camp without tents or cover, usually used by soldiers or mountaineers

Example

The climbers set up a bivouac on the mountainside.

登山者たちは山の斜面に仮設キャンプを設置した。

A2 noun /ˈketʃ.ʌp/

Ketch-up

ケチャップソース

Meaning

a thick sauce made chiefly from tomatoes, vinegar, and spices

Example

She squeezed some ketchup on her french fries before eating them.

彼女はフレンチフライにケチャップをかけてから食べました。

C1 adjective /taɪˈtænɪk/

titanic

巨大な

Meaning

Of exceptional strength, size, or power.

Example

The company made titanic efforts to expand into new markets.

その会社は新しい市場に進出するために巨大な努力をしました。

B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

名誉ある

Meaning

having a high reputation; respected

Example

Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

ハーバード大学は世界で最も名誉ある大学の一つです。

C2 noun /ˈlɔɪtərər/

loiterer

目的もなく場所にいる人

Meaning

A person who lingers aimlessly in a place without purpose.

Example

The police questioned the loiterer outside the store.

警察は店の外でロイタラーに尋問をした。

C2 adjective /ˈæn.ə.daɪn/

anodyne

無害な、痛みを和らげる

Meaning

Not likely to cause offense; bland or harmless. Also refers to something that relieves pain.

Example

The speaker’s anodyne remarks avoided controversy.

スピーカーの無害なコメントは論争を避けました。

A1 verb /ˈhæpən/

happen

起こる

Meaning

to occur or take place; to come about by chance

Example

What happened at the meeting yesterday?

昨日の会議で何が起こったのですか？

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.

B2 adjective /fɪərs/

Fierce

激しい; 攻撃的; 強い感情や決意を示す

Meaning

violent; aggressive; showing strong feeling or determination

Example

The fierce storm destroyed many houses in the village.

激しい嵐が村の多くの家を壊しました。

C1 noun ˈredʒ.ɪ.strɑːr

registrar

レジストラー

Meaning

An official responsible for keeping records or registers.

Example

The registrar oversees all administrative tasks.

レジストラーはすべての行政業務を監督しています。

C2 adjective /lɪˈbɪdənəs/

libidinous

淫ら

Meaning

Showing excessive sexual drive; lustful.

Example

The play was criticized for its libidinous characters.

その劇は淫らなキャラクターで批判された。

C1 noun /ˈnek.səs/

Nexus

接続; 結びつき;

Meaning

a connection or series of connections linking two or more things

Example

There's a clear nexus between education and economic development.

教育と経済発展の間には明確なネクサスがあります。

C2 adjective /hɪk/

Hick

田舎者; 田舎の人

Meaning

unsophisticated person from a rural area; country bumpkin

Example

He had a hick accent from growing up in a small town.

彼は小さな町で育ったため、田舎者のアクセントがあった。

C2 noun /ˌkæv.əlˈkeɪd/

cavalcade

行列

Meaning

a formal procession of people riding on horses or in vehicles

Example

The king’s arrival was marked by a grand cavalcade.

王の到着は壮大な行列で印象付けられた。

A2 noun /ˈplen.ti/

Plenty

豊富; 十分

Meaning

a large or sufficient amount; abundance

Example

There is plenty of food for everyone at the party.

パーティーには皆に十分な食べ物があります。

B2 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

叙事詩

Meaning

a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale

Example

The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.

イリアスは世界文学の中で最も有名な叙事詩の一つです。

C2 noun /ˌdɪspjuːˈteɪʃən/

disputation

議論

Meaning

a formal debate or argument

Example

The disputation between the two scholars lasted for hours.

二人の学者の間での議論は数時間続いた。

A1 noun /ˈsæləd/

salad

サラダ

Meaning

a dish consisting of various ingredients, typically including vegetables, which are usually mixed with a dressing

Example

She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

彼女はレタス、トマト、きゅうりを使って新鮮なサラダを作りました。

C1 noun /ˈhiːdəˌnɪzəm/

hedonism

快楽主義

Meaning

The pursuit of pleasure and self-indulgence as the highest goal.

Example

The lifestyle of the rich is often criticized as pure hedonism.

金持ちのライフスタイルはしばしば純粋な快楽主義として批判されます。

B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/

vulnerable

脆弱

Meaning

susceptible to physical or emotional harm

Example

Children are often the most vulnerable in times of crisis.

子供たちは危機の際に最も脆弱な存在です。

C1 noun /ˈlaɪbəl/

libel

名誉毀損

Meaning

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

Example

The newspaper was sued for libel after publishing false claims.

新聞は虚偽の主張を掲載した後、名誉毀損で訴えられました。

C1 noun /fɪˈlæn.θrə.pi/

philanthropy

フィランソロピー

Meaning

the desire to promote the welfare of others, often expressed by the generous donation of money to good causes

Example

Philanthropy has helped improve healthcare in many developing countries.

フィランソロピーは多くの発展途上国で医療を改善するのに役立っています。

B1 adjective /ˈhoʊli/

Holy

神聖な; 神や宗教目的に捧げられた; 道徳的で精神的に優れた

Meaning

sacred; dedicated to God or religious purposes; morally and spiritually excellent

Example

The holy shrine attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.

その聖地は毎年何千人もの巡礼者を引き寄せます。

C1 adjective ˌɪn.trəˈspek.tɪv

introspective

内省的

Meaning

Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.

Example

Writers tend to be highly introspective individuals.

作家はしばしば非常に内省的な人々である。

A1 pronoun /ðoʊz/

those

それら

Meaning

used to refer to people or things that are far away or distant in space, time, or thought

Example

Those are the shoes I want.

それらは私が欲しい靴です。

C2 noun /ˌædʒʊˈreɪʃən/

adjuration

厳粛なお願い

Meaning

a solemn urging or appeal

Example

The priest made an adjuration for peace and unity.

神父は平和と団結のために厳粛なお願いをしました。

B1 adjective /ˈspaɪ.si/

Spicy

スパイシー

Meaning

having a strong, hot flavor from spices; containing spices

Example

This curry is too spicy for me to eat.

このカレーは私には辛すぎます。

C1 noun /ɪmˈpɒs.tər/

Impostor

詐欺師; 偽者

Meaning

a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others; a fraud

Example

The impostor convinced everyone he was a doctor until his fake credentials were discovered.

詐欺師は医者だとみんなを納得させましたが、彼の偽の資格が発覚するまでそれが続きました。

A1 verb /əˈɡriː/

agree

同意する

Meaning

to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony

Example

We all agree that the plan is excellent.

私たちは皆、その計画が素晴らしいことに同意しています。

A2 noun /ˈfrɛndʃɪp/

friendship

友情

Meaning

A close and trusting relationship between two or more people.

Example

Their friendship has lasted since childhood.

彼らの友情は幼少期から続いています。

A2 modal verb /ʃæl/

shall

〜するつもり

Meaning

used to express the future or indicate an intention or determination

Example

I shall return before sunset.

私は日没前に戻ります。

B2 noun /ˈɜː.dʒən.si/

Urgency

緊急性

Meaning

the quality of requiring immediate action or attention; pressing importance

Example

The urgency of the situation required immediate medical attention.

その状況の緊急性により、直ちに医療の注意が必要でした。

C2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

exceptionable

受け入れられない

Meaning

Open to objection; causing disapproval.

Example

His rude remarks were considered exceptionable by everyone present.

彼の無礼な発言は、出席していた全員にとって不適切だと見なされた。

C1 adjective /ˈmɒsi/

Mossy

苔むしている; 苔が生えている

Meaning

covered with moss; having moss growing on it

Example

The old tree trunk was mossy and covered with green vegetation.

古い木の幹は苔むしており、緑の植物で覆われていました。

C1 noun /ˈlɔːriət/

laureate

受賞者

Meaning

A person honored with an award for outstanding achievement in a field, especially the arts or sciences.

Example

The Nobel laureate gave an inspiring lecture on peace.

ノーベル賞受賞者は平和について感動的な講演を行いました。

A1 noun /tɔɪ/

toy

おもちゃ

Meaning

an object for children to play with

Example

The child received a toy car for his birthday.

その子は誕生日におもちゃの車をもらいました。

B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

顧客維持

Meaning

The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.

Example

High customer retention increases business sustainability.

高い顧客維持率は、ビジネスの持続可能性を高めます。

A2 noun /ˈfəʊtəɡrɑːf/

photograph

写真

Meaning

a picture made using a camera

Example

She took a photograph of the sunset.

彼女は夕日を撮影した写真を撮った。

B2 noun /kɒt/

Cot

コット

Meaning

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in her cot.

赤ちゃんは彼女のコットで安らかに眠っています。

C2 noun /ˈæstər/

Aster

アスターの花

Meaning

a flowering plant with daisy-like flowers that typically bloom in fall

Example

The purple asters bloomed beautifully in the autumn garden.

秋の庭で紫のアスターの花が美しく咲きました。

C1 noun /rɪˈbʌtəl/

rebuttal

反論

Meaning

a statement or argument made to oppose or disprove another

Example

Her rebuttal was clear and convincing.

彼女の反論は明確で説得力がありました。

A2 noun (plural) /ædz/

ads

Meaning

short for advertisements; promotional messages intended to sell products or services

Example

I often skip ads when watching videos online.

私はオンライン動画を見るとき、よく広告をスキップします。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈfɔːr.tʃən.ət/

Unfortunate

不運な; 残念な

Meaning

having bad luck; regrettable or unlucky

Example

It was unfortunate that the meeting was cancelled at the last minute.

会議が最後の瞬間にキャンセルされたのは不運でした。

B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

修道女

Meaning

a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent

Example

The nun taught at the local Catholic school.

その修道女は地元のカトリック学校で教えていました。

B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Meaning

a young duck

Example

The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.

C1 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk dɪˈspær.ɪ.ti/

Economic Disparity

経済的不平等

Meaning

The unequal distribution of income and opportunity between different groups in society.

Example

Addressing economic disparity is crucial for social stability.

経済的不平等に対処することは、社会的安定にとって重要です。

C1 verb /spɜːrn/

spurn

軽蔑して拒絶する

Meaning

To reject something or someone with disdain or contempt.

Example

She spurned his offer of help.

彼女は軽蔑の気持ちで彼の助けの申し出を拒絶した。

A2 adjective /ˈfɪnɪʃt/

finished

終了, 完了

Meaning

completed or brought to an end

Example

The painting is finished and ready to display.

その絵画は完了し、展示の準備ができています。

A1 interjection /oʊ/

oh

オー

Meaning

used to express surprise, realization, or understanding

Example

Oh, I didn't know you were here!

オー、あなたがここにいるとは思わなかった！

C2 verb, noun /ˈkweɪvər/

quaver

震える

Meaning

To shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion.

Example

Her voice quavered as she spoke before the crowd.

彼女の声は群衆の前で話すとき震えていました。

B2 noun pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

仲間の影響

Meaning

The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.

Example

Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.

仲間の影響は、若者の行動に大きな影響を与えることがあります。

C2 adjective ˌlæb.əˈrɪn.θaɪn

labyrinthine

迷路のような

Meaning

Like a labyrinth; complicated and confusing; having many interconnected paths or passages.

Example

The old city streets were labyrinthine.

古い街の通りは迷路のようだった。

C1 noun /ˈkɒnsəl/

consul

領事 / 大使

Meaning

an official appointed by a government to live in a foreign city and protect its citizens and interests there

Example

The consul assisted travelers who lost their passports.

領事は、パスポートを失った旅行者を助けました。

C2 adverb, noun /ˈwɛə.wɪð/

wherewith

手段

Meaning

With which; the means or resources needed for something.

Example

He lacked the money wherewith to buy a new house.

彼は新しい家を買うためのお金がなかった。

C2 adjective /ˈneb.jə.ləs/

Nebulous

曖昧な; 不明瞭な; 霧のような

Meaning

vague or unclear; lacking definite form; hazy

Example

His plans for the future remain nebulous and unclear.

彼の未来の計画は依然として曖昧で不明確です。

C2 noun /flɛk/

fleck

小さなシミ

Meaning

a small spot or mark, often of a different color

Example

There was a fleck of paint on the floor.

床にペンキの小さなシミがありました。

C1 adjective /praɪˈmiːvəl/

primeval

原始的

Meaning

Relating to the earliest ages in history; ancient and primitive.

Example

The explorers ventured into the primeval forest untouched by humans.

探検者たちは、人間によって手つかずの原始的な森に踏み込んだ。

C2 adjective /ˈæʒər/

azure

空色

Meaning

A bright blue color like that of a clear sky.

Example

The clear sky was painted in a deep shade of azure.

澄んだ空は深い空色で塗られていました。

C1 noun /ˈkleɪmənt/

claimant

請求者

Meaning

a person who makes a claim, especially in a legal or financial context

Example

The claimant filed for compensation after the accident.

事故後、請求者は補償を申し立てました。

C1 noun /ˌmɔːrəˈtɔːriəm/

moratorium

モラトリアム

Meaning

A temporary suspension or delay of an activity, law, or obligation.

Example

The government announced a moratorium on new mining licenses.

政府は新しい鉱鉱許可に対してモラトリアムを発表しました。

B2 noun /ˌmʌltɪplɪˈkeɪʃən/

multiplication

掛け算

Meaning

the mathematical process of combining numbers to get a product; the act of increasing in number or amount

Example

Multiplication is one of the basic operations taught in elementary mathematics.

掛け算は算数の基本的な計算です。

A1 verb, noun /kraɪ/

cry

Meaning

To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.

Example

The baby began to cry when she was hungry.

C1 noun /ˈliːweɪ/

leeway

余裕

Meaning

Freedom to act within certain limits; extra space or time.

Example

The manager gave the team some leeway to finish the project.

マネージャーはチームにプロジェクトを終了するための余裕を与えました。

B2 adjective ˈwaɪdspred

widespread

広範囲

Meaning

Found or distributed over a large area or number of people.

Example

The effects of climate change are widespread across the globe.

気候変動の影響は世界中に広範囲にわたって広がっています。

B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

アクティベーション

Meaning

the act of making something start functioning

Example

The activation of the system took longer than expected.

システムのアクティベーションは予想よりも時間がかかりました。

A2 noun ɪˈmɜː.dʒən.si

emergency

緊急事態

Meaning

A sudden situation that is dangerous or serious and needs immediate attention or action.

Example

A financial emergency can arise at any time.

財政的な緊急事態はいつでも発生する可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˈtʃɪk piː/

Chick pea

ひよこ豆

Meaning

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

Example

Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion.

ひよこ豆を一晩水に浸してから調理すると、消化が良くなります。