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C2 adjective /ˈpæsɪbəl/

passible

感じることができる; 苦しみに対して敏感
Meaning
capable of feeling or suffering; susceptible to sensation or emotion (often theological)
Example
In some traditions, deities are described as passible, sharing human emotions.
いくつかの伝統では、神々は感じることができるとされ、人間の感情を共有している。
C1 adjective /ˈprevələnt/

Prevalent

蔓延している
Meaning
widespread; existing very commonly; generally occurring
Example
Smoking is still prevalent among teenagers despite health warnings.
健康警告にもかかわらず、喫煙は若者の間で依然として蔓延している。
C1 noun /ˌpændəˈmoʊniəm/

pandemonium

混乱
Meaning
Wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.
Example
When the concert was canceled, pandemonium broke out among the crowd.
コンサートがキャンセルされたとき、観客の間で混乱が起きました。
A1 verb pleɪ

play

役割を果たす
Meaning
To have a role or function in a situation; to contribute to something.
Example
Artemis will play a crucial role in Mars exploration.
アルテミスは火星探査で重要な役割を果たすだろう。
B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

パレスチナの
Meaning
relating to Palestine or its people
Example
The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.
パレスチナの人々は豊かな文化遺産を持っています。
B1 noun pɔːrt

Port

港
Meaning
A town or city with a harbor where ships load or unload.
Example
Ports improve maritime trade.
港は海上貿易を改善します。
B2 noun /ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/

penetration

浸透
Meaning
The act of piercing or entering into something.
Example
The company's market penetration grew rapidly.
その企業の市場浸透は急速に成長した。
B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

問題解決
Meaning
The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Example
Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.
問題解決能力はリーダーシップに不可欠です。
B2 noun /ˈpleɪsmənt/

placement

配置または割り当て
Meaning
the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job
Example
The company arranged job placement for the graduates.
会社は卒業生のために就職先を手配しました。
B1 verb /ˈpʌzəl/

puzzle

パズル
Meaning
to confuse or perplex; to think hard about something
Example
The math problem will puzzle even the experts.
その数学の問題は、専門家をも困惑させるだろう。
C1 verb /ˈpændər/

pander

おべっかを使う, ごますりする
Meaning
to indulge or exploit the weaknesses, desires, or immoral tendencies of others
Example
The politician was accused of pandering to voters' fears.
その政治家は有権者の恐怖におもねっていると非難された。
C1 noun prɪˈzɜː.və.tɪvz

preservatives

保存料
Meaning
A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.
Example
Many processed foods contain harmful preservatives.
多くの加工食品には有害な保存料が含まれています。
A2 adjective /ˈpaʊə.fəl/

powerful

強力な
Meaning
Having great power or strength.
Example
The James Webb Telescope is the most powerful space observatory.
ジェームズ・ウェブ望遠鏡は最も強力な宇宙望遠鏡です。
B2 noun /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

請願書
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
彼らはその地域の道路安全を改善するために請願書に署名しました。
B2 noun ˌfoʊ.t̬oʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs

photosynthesis

光合成
Meaning
The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.
Example
Plants depend on photosynthesis for survival.
植物は生存のために光合成に依存している。
A2 noun /ˈpeɪmənt/

payment

支払い
Meaning
the action or process of paying money for something
Example
The payment for the order was received yesterday.
注文の支払いは昨日受け取られました。
C1 noun /pɒˈstɛrɪti/

posterity

後世
Meaning
All future generations of people.
Example
The monument was built for the benefit of posterity.
記念碑は後世のために建てられました。
C1 noun /ˌpɜː.mɪˈæbɪlɪti/

permeability

透過性、液体や気体が通過できる特性または状態
Meaning
The quality or state of being permeable; allowing liquids or gases to pass through.
Example
The permeability of the soil affects water retention.
土壌の透過性は水分保持に影響を与えます。
B2 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

視点
Meaning
A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.
Example
New perspectives enhance understanding.
新しい視点が理解を深めます。
C2 noun /prɒɡˌnɒstɪˈkeɪʃən/

prognostication

予言
Meaning
The act of foretelling or predicting future events.
Example
The astrologer's prognostication fascinated the audience.
占星術師の予言は聴衆を魅了した。
B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

大統領に関連する
Meaning
relating to a president or presidency
Example
The presidential election is scheduled for next month.
大統領選挙は来月に予定されています。
B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

実務家
Meaning
a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law
Example
She is a skilled medical practitioner.
彼女は優れた医療実務家です。
B2 verb prəˈlɒŋ

prolong

延長する
Meaning
To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.
Example
A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.
健康的な食事は寿命を延ばすのに役立ちます。
A2 verb /ˈpræktɪs/

practise

練習する
Meaning
to do something repeatedly to improve skill; to work in a profession
Example
She practises piano for two hours daily.
彼女は毎日2時間ピアノを練習します。
B1 noun ˈplæt.fɔːrmz

platforms

プラットフォーム、ソフトウェアまたはハードウェア環境
Meaning
Computing environments where software applications can be developed and run.
Example
Different platforms offer diverse digital solutions.
さまざまなプラットフォームが多様なデジタルソリューションを提供しています。
C1 noun /ˈpær.ət biːk/

Parrot Beak

パロットビーク
Meaning
a climbing plant with curved red and orange flowers resembling a parrot's beak
Example
The parrot beak flower's unique curved shape makes it a fascinating addition to any garden.
パロットビークの花はユニークな曲線を持っており、どんな庭にも魅力的な追加要素となります。
C1 adjective /præɡˈmæt.ɪk/

pragmatic

実用的
Meaning
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than idealistic considerations.
Example
He took a pragmatic approach to solving the financial crisis.
彼は財政危機を解決するために実用的なアプローチを採用しました。
B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
B2 adjective /ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

post-war

戦後の
Meaning
relating to the period after a war has ended
Example
The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years.
その国は戦後の時代に急速な経済成長を遂げた。
C2 noun /ˌpænəˈdʒɪrɪk/

panegyric

賛辞, 賞賛
Meaning
a formal speech or piece of writing in praise of someone or something
Example
The author wrote a panegyric on the bravery of the soldiers.
著者は兵士たちの勇気についてのパネジリックを書いた。
C2 noun /poʊˈzɜːr/

poseur

Meaning
A person who pretends to be something they are not, often to impress others.
Example
Many considered him a poseur because he exaggerated his accomplishments.
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

無価値な; 計り知れない価値がある
Meaning
extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price
Example
Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.
彼女の祖母の古代の宝石は絶対に無価値だ。
C1 adjective /ˈpleɪntɪv/

plaintive

悲しげな, 哀れな
Meaning
expressing sadness or sorrow
Example
He raised a plaintive cry for help.
彼は助けを求めて哀願するような叫びを上げた。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.əs/

Piteous

哀れな; 哀れを誘う
Meaning
deserving pity; arousing compassion
Example
The piteous cries of the injured animal moved everyone to tears.
傷ついた動物の哀れな叫び声は、皆を涙で動かしました。
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒; 毒性; 致命的
Meaning
containing poison; toxic; deadly
Example
The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.
そのヘビは非常に有毒で危険です。
A2 adverb /pəˈhæps/

Perhaps

おそらく; もしかしたら
Meaning
possibly; maybe; used to express uncertainty or make a suggestion
Example
Perhaps we should call before visiting to make sure they're home.
おそらく、私たちは訪問する前に電話をかけて、彼らが家にいることを確認するべきです。
A2 adjective /prəˈfɛʃənl/

professional

プロフェッショナル
Meaning
relating to a job that requires special training or education
Example
She is a professional dancer who performs internationally.
彼女は国際的に活躍するプロフェッショナルダンサーです。
B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

誓約; 約束; 保証;
Meaning
a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee
Example
He made a pledge to donate money to charity.
彼はチャリティーにお金を寄付する誓約をした。
B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

プロパガンダ; 噂
Meaning
information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view
Example
The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.
政府は戦争中に世論に影響を与えるためにプロパガンダを使用した。
C1 adjective /ˈper.ɪ.ləs/

perilous

危険な, 危ない, 不安定な
Meaning
Full of danger or risk; hazardous and threatening.
Example
The explorers took a perilous journey.
探検家たちは危険な旅をしました。
C1 adjective /pəˈmɪs.ɪv/

permissive

寛容な
Meaning
Allowing or characterized by great or excessive freedom of behavior; very lenient or indulgent.
Example
Permissive parenting can sometimes lead to a lack of discipline in children.
許容的な子育ては、時には子どもの規律の欠如を引き起こすことがあります。
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

所有権; 財産; 支配
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
その家は何世代にもわたって彼らの家族の所有物です。
A2 noun pəˈzɪʃ.ən

position

位置
Meaning
A particular way in which someone or something is placed or arranged.
Example
The team's position reflects consistent performance.
チームの位置は一貫したパフォーマンスを反映しています。
C2 noun /ˌpliːnɪpəˈtɛnʃəri/

plenipotentiary

全権大使
Meaning
a person invested with full power to act on behalf of another, especially in diplomacy
Example
The ambassador was a plenipotentiary sent to negotiate the treaty.
大使は条約交渉のために派遣されたプレニポテンシャリーでした。
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 adjective /prəˈfjuːs/

profuse

豊富な
Meaning
existing or given in large amounts; abundant
Example
He offered profuse thanks for their timely help.
彼は時間通りに助けてくれたことに豊富な感謝を示しました。
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Pointed

鋭い; 直接的で明確な
Meaning
having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous
Example
She made a pointed remark about his behavior.
彼女は彼の行動について鋭いコメントをしました。
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

前任者
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
新しいマネージャーは前任者のミスから学びました。
A2 adjective /ˈplɛzənt/

pleasant

楽しい、快適な
Meaning
giving a sense of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction
Example
We had a pleasant evening at the park.
私たちは公園で楽しい夜を過ごしました。
A2 verb,noun /pæk/

pack

Meaning
to put things into a container for storage or transport; a collection of items kept together
Example
She packed her clothes into a suitcase for the trip.
C1 noun /pɪˌdɛs.tri.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

pedestrianization

歩行者専用化
Meaning
Making areas pedestrian-friendly, closing any area to vehicle traffic and making it open only for pedestrians.
Example
The pedestrianization of city centers reduces pollution.
市中心部の歩行者専用化は、汚染を減らす。
B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

優先
Meaning
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Example
She has a preference for classical music over pop music.
彼女はポップ音楽よりもクラシック音楽を好む。
B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

教区
Meaning
A local church community or the area served by a parish church.
Example
The parish gathered for Sunday service.
教区は日曜礼拝のために集まりました。
B1 noun /ˈpraɪ.və.si/

Privacy

プライバシー
Meaning
the state of being alone and not watched or disturbed by other people; the right to keep your personal information secret
Example
Everyone has the right to privacy.
誰でもプライバシーを持つ権利があります。
C1 noun /pəˈvɪliən/

pavilion

パビリオン
Meaning
A large tent or temporary building, often used for events or exhibitions.
Example
The wedding reception was held in a decorated pavilion.
結婚式のレセプションは装飾されたパビリオンで開催されました。
C2 noun /prɪˈzɛntmənt/

presentment

正式な提示
Meaning
The act of presenting something formally or officially; a formal statement or document.
Example
The lawyer made a presentment of the evidence to the court.
弁護士は証拠を法廷に提示しました。
B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

起訴
Meaning
The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.
Example
The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.
起訴側は被告人に対して強力な証拠を提出しました。
C2 noun /ˈprɛləsi/

prelacy

教会制度
Meaning
The office, dignity, or system of church government by prelates.
Example
The medieval church was dominated by prelacy and its traditions.
中世の教会はプレラシーとその伝統によって支配されていた。
C1 noun /ˈpoʊdiətrɪst/

podiatrist

足病医
Meaning
a doctor specializing in foot care
Example
I have an appointment with the podiatrist for my ankle pain.
足首の痛みのためにポディアトリストに予約があります。
B2 verb /pɔːˈtreɪ/

portray

描く
Meaning
to describe or represent something or someone in a work of art or literature
Example
The novel portrays a vivid picture of life in the countryside.
その小説は田舎での生活の生き生きとした絵を描いています。
A2 noun /ˈpɛpər/

pepper

胡椒
Meaning
a pungent spice obtained from pepper plants, used to flavor food
Example
I like to add pepper to my soup.
私はスープに胡椒を加えるのが好きです。
C2 noun /proʊˈdʒɛnɪtər/

progenitor

先祖
Meaning
a direct ancestor; a person or thing that originates something
Example
Researchers traced the custom back to a common progenitor.
研究者たちはその習慣が共通の先祖に遡ることを追跡しました。
C1 noun /ˈpɜːrpɪtreɪtər/

perpetrator

犯人
Meaning
a person who commits a harmful, illegal, or immoral act
Example
The police arrested the perpetrator of the crime.
警察は犯罪者を逮捕した。
C1 noun /ˈpleɪˌraɪt/

playwright

劇作家
Meaning
a person who writes plays
Example
Shakespeare is considered the greatest playwright of all time.
シェイクスピアはすべての時代で最も偉大な劇作家と見なされています。
B1 noun /peɪs/

pace

ペース
Meaning
the speed at which something happens or is done
Example
She walked at a slow pace.
彼女はゆっくりとペースで歩いていました。
B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

汚染する
Meaning
to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants
Example
Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.
工場は有害な化学物質で環境を汚染します。
B1 noun /plʌm/

Plum

プラム
Meaning
a small round fruit with smooth red or purple skin, sweet flesh, and a single large seed
Example
The purple plum was juicy and delicious.
その紫色のプラムはジューシーで美味しかった。
B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

深く考える
Meaning
to think about something carefully
Example
She pondered over the meaning of the poem.
彼女は詩の意味について深く考えていました。
C1 adverb /pɜːr ˈseɪ/

per se

自体
Meaning
By or in itself; intrinsically.
Example
The idea is not bad per se, but it needs improvement.
そのアイデア自体は悪くないが、改善が必要だ。
C2 adjective /ˌpriːpəˈzɛsɪŋ/

prepossessing

魅力的
Meaning
Attractive or appealing in appearance or manner.
Example
She had a prepossessing smile that charmed everyone.
彼女は魅力的な笑顔を持っていて、みんなを魅了した。
C1 noun /ˈpærəbl/

parable

寓話
Meaning
A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
Example
Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths.
イエスはしばしば深い真理を伝えるために寓話を使って教えていました。
C1 noun /ˈpʌndɪt/

pundit

専門家
Meaning
An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.
Example
Political pundits debated the election results on television.
政治の専門家たちはテレビで選挙結果について議論しました。
B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

物理学
Meaning
the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them
Example
She decided to major in physics at the university.
彼女は大学で物理学を専攻することに決めました。
C2 verb /ˌpriːɪˈstæblɪʃ/

preestablish

事前に設定する
Meaning
To establish or set up beforehand.
Example
Certain rules were preestablished before the meeting.
会議の前にいくつかのルールが事前に設定されていました。
B1 verb /pərˈsweɪd/

persuade

幸せ
Meaning
to convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument
Example
He persuaded his friend to join the club.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せなかった。
C2 adjective /ˈpɔːntʃi/

paunchy

ぽっこりお腹
Meaning
Having a large or protruding belly.
Example
The paunchy man struggled to button his shirt.
ぽっこりお腹の男はシャツのボタンを留めるのに苦労していた。
C1 noun /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/

pragmatism

実用主義
Meaning
A practical approach to problems and affairs; dealing with things sensibly and realistically.
Example
His pragmatism helped solve the financial crisis.
彼の実用主義は、金融危機の解決に役立った。
B2 noun /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

パートナーシップ
Meaning
the state of being a partner or a group of partners
Example
Our partnership has helped both companies grow.
私たちのパートナーシップは、両社の成長に役立ちました。
B2 adjective /ˈpʌz.lɪŋ/

Puzzling

不可解な
Meaning
confusing; perplexing;
Example
The scientist found the results puzzling.
科学者はその結果を謎めいたと感じた。
C1 noun /prɪˈdɒmɪnəns/

predominance

優越性
Meaning
The state of being greater in number, strength, or importance.
Example
The predominance of online shopping has changed retail forever.
オンラインショッピングの優越性が小売業を永遠に変えました。
C2 noun /ˈpæk.ɪ.dɜːrm/

pachyderm

厚い皮膚を持つ大型哺乳動物
Meaning
a large mammal with thick skin, such as an elephant, rhinoceros, or hippopotamus
Example
The zoo had several pachyderms, including elephants and rhinos.
動物園にはいくつかのパキダームがいて、象やサイが含まれていました。
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

哲学者
Meaning
a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions
Example
Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.
ソクラテスは古代ギリシャの有名な哲学者でした。
C1 noun /ˈpriː.tekst/

Pretext

口実
Meaning
a reason given in justification of a course of action that is not the real reason
Example
He used illness as a pretext to avoid the meeting.
彼は会議を避けるために病気を口実に使った。
A1 noun /ˈpɑːpə/

papa

お父さん
Meaning
an informal or affectionate term for one’s father
Example
Papa is picking me up from school today.
パパは今日学校に迎えに来る。
C2 noun /ˌpraɪvəˈtɪə/

privateer

私掠船
Meaning
A privately owned armed ship authorized by a government to attack enemy ships during war.
Example
The privateer captured several enemy vessels during the conflict.
プライベティアは紛争中にいくつかの敵船を捕らえました。
C2 adjective /ˈproʊtiən/

protean

多才多芸の
Meaning
tending or able to change frequently or easily; versatile
Example
She is a protean artist who experiments with many styles.
彼女は多才多芸のアーティストで、さまざまなスタイルを試しています。
C1 verb /praʊl/

prowl

こっそり歩く（狩りや探索のため）
Meaning
To move around quietly and secretly, especially while hunting or searching.
Example
The cat prowled around the garden at night.
猫は夜、庭の周りを静かに歩いていた。
B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tər/

Potter

陶芸家
Meaning
a person who makes pottery
Example
The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel.
陶芸家は回転するろくろの上で粘土を形作った。
C1 noun /fɪˈlæn.θrə.pɪst/

philanthropist

慈善家
Meaning
a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes
Example
The philanthropist donated millions to build schools in rural areas.
その慈善家は農村地域に学校を建てるために数百万ドルを寄付しました。
A2 noun /ˈpɛni/

penny

ペニー
Meaning
a small coin of low value; a very small amount of money
Example
He found a penny on the sidewalk and smiled.
彼は歩道でペニーを見つけて微笑んだ。
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

楽園; 完璧な幸せの場所や状態; 理想的な場所
Meaning
heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place
Example
The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.
トロピカルアイランドは観光客にとって楽園のようでした。
A1 noun /ˈpiːtsə/

pizza

ピザ
Meaning
a flat round bread baked with toppings such as cheese, tomato, and other ingredients
Example
We ordered a large pepperoni pizza for dinner.
私たちは夕食に大きなペパロニピザを注文しました。
C1 noun /prɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/

Presumption

推定; 仮定;
Meaning
an idea that is taken to be true without proof
Example
There is a presumption of innocence in the legal system.
法的なシステムには無罪の推定があります。
C1 verb /ˈprɒfər/

proffer

提供する、提示する
Meaning
to offer something for acceptance; to present
Example
She proffered her hand as a sign of friendship.
彼女は友情の印として手を差し出しました。
C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

道徳的で自己満足な
Meaning
self-righteously moralistic and superior
Example
He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.
彼は皆のマナーを直すとき、プリギッシュに見えた。
C2 adjective /prəˈpʌlsɪv/

propulsive

推進的
Meaning
Having the power to drive or push something forward.
Example
The propulsive force of the rocket lifted it off the ground.
ロケットの推進力はそれを地面から持ち上げました。
B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

磨く
Meaning
to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine
Example
She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.
面接前に靴を磨かなければならない。
B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

序文
Meaning
an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work
Example
The author explained his motivation in the preface.
著者は序文で自分の動機を説明しました。
C1 adjective /ˌpæn.əˈmer.ɪ.kən/

Pan-American

パンアメリカン
Meaning
relating to all the countries of North, Central, and South America
Example
The Pan-American Games bring together athletes from across the continent.
パンアメリカンゲームは大陸全体のアスリートを集めます。
C1 noun /ˈsuːdənɪm/

pseudonym

筆名
Meaning
a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name
Example
Mark Twain was the pseudonym of Samuel Clemens.
マーク・トウェインはサミュエル・クレメンスの筆名でした。
C2 adjective /njuːˈmætɪk/

pneumatic

空気圧の
Meaning
operated by air or gas under pressure
Example
The factory uses pneumatic tools for assembly.
工場は組み立てのために空気圧工具を使用しています。
C2 adjective /pərˈfɛktəbl/

perfectible

完璧にできる
Meaning
capable of being made perfect or improved
Example
Human nature is imperfect but perfectible.
人間の本性は不完全だが、完璧にできる。
B1 adjective /ˈprɛʃəs/

precious

貴重な
Meaning
of great value; highly esteemed or cherished
Example
This ring is very precious to my grandmother.
この指輪は祖母にとってとても貴重です。
B2 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.fəl/

pitiful

悲惨な, 哀れな, とても小さい
Meaning
deserving or arousing pity; very small or inadequate
Example
The team's performance was pitiful compared to last year.
チームのパフォーマンスは昨年に比べて悲惨でした。
B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

準備的な; 入門的な; 準備のための
Meaning
preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation
Example
She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.
彼女は最終試験の前に準備クラスに参加しました。
C2 noun ˌpɜː.tɪˈnæs.ɪ.ti

pertinacity

固い決意と粘り強さ
Meaning
Firm determination and persistence in achieving something.
Example
His pertinacity in achieving his goals was inspiring.
彼の目標達成への固い決意は感動的でした。
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

情熱
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
音楽への情熱が彼女をプロの歌手に導いた。
C2 verb /pərˈlɔɪn/

purloin

盗む
Meaning
to steal something, often in a sneaky or dishonest way
Example
He tried to purloin a book from the library without being noticed.
彼は図書館から本を盗もうとしたが、気づかれなかった。
B1 noun /ˈpɑr.dən/

Pardon

許し; 謝罪;
Meaning
forgiveness; the action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offense
Example
I beg your pardon for interrupting the meeting.
会議を中断したことをお詫び申し上げます。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪθ.i/

pithy

簡潔で意味深い
Meaning
concise and meaningful; full of substance
Example
She gave a pithy comment that summarized the issue perfectly.
彼女は問題を完璧に要約した簡潔なコメントをしました。
B1 adverb /ˈpɜr.sən.ə.li/

Personally

個人的に; 私の意見では; 自分のために; 自分自身で
Meaning
as a person; in one's own opinion; for oneself; in person
Example
Personally, I think the movie was excellent, though others disagree.
個人的に言うと、その映画は素晴らしいと思いますが、他の人は賛成していません。
B1 noun /praɪˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Priority

優先順位
Meaning
something that is more important than other things and needs attention first
Example
Health should be our top priority.
健康は私たちの最優先事項であるべきだ。
B1 noun /ˈpɪdʒ.ən/

Pigeon

鳩
Meaning
a grey and white bird with a fat body that is common in cities
Example
The pigeon pecked at breadcrumbs on the sidewalk.
鳩は歩道でパンのクズをついばんでいた。
C1 adjective /pæˈseɪ/

passe

時代遅れの; 流行遅れ
Meaning
no longer fashionable or current; out of date
Example
Some trends from last decade feel utterly passé now.
昨今のトレンドのいくつかは今や完全に時代遅れに見える。
C2 noun /ˌpriːɪɡˈzɪstəns/

preexistence

前存在
Meaning
the state of existing before something else
Example
Philosophers often debated the preexistence of the soul.
哲学者たちは魂の前存在についてよく議論していました。
B1 noun /piː/

Pea

エンドウ豆
Meaning
a small round green seed eaten as a vegetable
Example
The children enjoyed eating sweet peas with dinner.
子供たちはディナーで甘いエンドウ豆を食べるのが好きでした。
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsɪflɑːʒ/

persiflage

軽い皮肉
Meaning
light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter
Example
Their conversation was full of persiflage and jokes.
彼らの会話は軽い皮肉とジョークでいっぱいだった。
C1 adjective /pərˈmɪsəbl̩/

permissible

許可された
Meaning
allowed or permitted by rules or law
Example
It is permissible to park here after 6 p.m.
午後6時以降、ここに駐車することは許可されています。
B1 noun /ˌprɛpəˈreɪʃən/

preparation

準備
Meaning
The act of getting ready or making arrangements for something.
Example
The team made careful preparation for the presentation.
チームはプレゼンテーションのために慎重に準備をしました。
C1 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

poignant

胸を打つ, 感動的
Meaning
evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching
Example
The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.
映画のラストシーンは非常に感動的で、多くの観客が涙を流しました。