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C1 verb /ˈpeɪtrənaɪz/

patronize

恩着せがましくする
Meaning
to treat someone in a condescending way; to be a regular customer of a business
Example
Don't patronize me with your fake sympathy.
偽りの同情で恩着せがましくしないで。
B1 noun ˈtʃæt.dʒiː.piː.tiː

ChatGPT

言語ベースの人工知能モデル
Meaning
A language-based artificial intelligence model designed for conversational interactions.
Example
ChatGPT helps users generate human-like text efficiently.
ChatGPTはユーザーが効率的に人間のようなテキストを生成するのを助けます。
C2 adjective /dɪˈklæməˌtɔri/

declamatory

力強い演説スタイル
Meaning
speaking in a loud, rhetorical, or dramatic way
Example
The politician’s declamatory style impressed some but irritated others.
その政治家の力強い演説スタイルは一部の人々に感銘を与えたが、他の人々には不快感を与えた。
B2 verb ˈfɔːr.mjə.leɪt

formulate

策定する
Meaning
To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.
Example
The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.
会社は拡張戦略を策定する必要があります。
B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

キャラクターの成長
Meaning
The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.
Example
The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.
シドニー・カートンのキャラクターの成長は深い。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈsɪvəl/

Uncivil

無礼な; 不作法な;
Meaning
not polite or courteous; rude and discourteous in behavior
Example
His uncivil remarks during the meeting offended everyone present.
会議中の彼の無礼な発言は、出席者全員を不快にさせた。
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈstrɛtʃ/

outstretch

外に伸ばす
Meaning
To extend or stretch something outward.
Example
He outstretched his hand to help her up.
彼は彼女を助けるために手を差し出した。
B2 noun /ˈwɪkɪdnəs/

wickedness

邪悪、悪行
Meaning
Evil or morally bad behavior.
Example
The story highlights the wickedness of the cruel king.
その物語は、残虐な王の悪行を強調しています。
C1 noun /ˈɡraʊnd kruː/

ground crew

グラウンドクルー
Meaning
a team of people who maintain and service aircraft on the ground
Example
The ground crew prepared the plane for takeoff.
グラウンドクルーは飛行機を離陸の準備をしました。
C1 verb /əˈdʒɜrn/

adjourn

延期する
Meaning
to suspend a meeting or session to another time or place
Example
The judge decided to adjourn the hearing until next week.
裁判官は次の週まで聴聞を延期することに決めました。
C1 noun /ˈbærɪstər/

barrister

弁護士
Meaning
A type of lawyer in certain legal systems who specializes in courtroom advocacy and litigation.
Example
The barrister argued the case passionately before the judge.
弁護士は裁判官の前で情熱的にケースを弁論しました。
C2 noun /ˈoʊpiət/

opiate

Meaning
a drug containing opium or its derivatives, used to relieve pain or cause sleep
Example
The doctor prescribed an opiate to relieve the patient's pain.
C2 verb /ˈfrɪzəl/

frizzle

食べ物をカリカリで縮れた状態にする
Meaning
to fry something until it becomes crisp and curled, or to make a sizzling noise
Example
The bacon began to frizzle in the pan.
ベーコンがフライパンでシズシズ音を立てながら焼け始めました。
B1 noun prəˈtek.ʃən

protection

保護
Meaning
The action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.
Example
The movement focused on the protection of rights.
運動は権利の保護に集中しました。
B1 noun ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

institution

機関
Meaning
An organization founded and united for a specific purpose; an established law, practice, or custom.
Example
Institutions play a crucial role in governance.
機関はガバナンスにおいて重要な役割を果たしています。
C2 noun /ɪkˌsprəʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/

expropriation

収用
Meaning
The act of government taking private property, also known as confiscation, nationalization, or seizure.
Example
The land expropriation led to disputes among landowners.
土地の収用は土地所有者間で争いを引き起こしました。
C2 noun /ˈkʌlvərt/

culvert

カルバート
Meaning
a tunnel or drain that carries water under a road or railway
Example
The heavy rainwater flowed through the culvert under the bridge.
重い雨水が橋の下のカルバートを通って流れました。
A2 noun /ˈpleɪər/

player

選手
Meaning
a person who participates in a game or sport
Example
The player scored the winning goal.
選手は決勝ゴールを決めました。
C2 adjective /ˈvɪnsəbl/

vincible

打ち負かされる可能性がある
Meaning
capable of being overcome or defeated
Example
The enemy seemed vincible after losing their main base.
敵は主要基地を失った後、打ち負かされる可能性があった。
B2 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

人工的に;
Meaning
by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner
Example
The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.
その湖は灌漑目的で人工的に作られました。
C1 noun/verb /kwɪp/

quip

巧妙なコメント
Meaning
A witty remark; to make a witty or clever comment.
Example
She quipped about the weather during the meeting.
会議中に天気について冗談を言いました。
B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

服を着せる
Meaning
to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing
Example
She clothed the baby in warm garments.
彼女は赤ちゃんを暖かい服で着せました。
C2 noun /ˈsɪlədʒɪzəm/

syllogism

三段論法
Meaning
A form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed premises.
Example
The philosopher explained the concept of syllogism using simple examples.
哲学者は簡単な例を使って三段論法の概念を説明しました。
C2 noun /ˈɒrɪz(ə)n/

orison

祈り
Meaning
a prayer, especially a devout or formal one
Example
He whispered a quiet orison before going to sleep.
寝る前に静かな祈りをささやいた。
A2 adjective /ʌnˈkʌmfətəbl/

Uncomfortable

不快
Meaning
causing or feeling physical or emotional discomfort
Example
He felt uncomfortable during the long meeting.
長い会議の間、彼は不快に感じました。
C1 noun ˈsɪn.tæks

syntax

構文
Meaning
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
Example
Programming languages follow strict syntax rules.
プログラミング言語は厳格な構文ルールに従います。
B2 noun /ˈbækdrɒp/

backdrop

背景
Meaning
a painted cloth or other structure used behind a stage
Example
The backdrop for the play was a beautiful mountain scene.
その舞台の背景は美しい山の景色でした。
B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

コウノトリ
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
そのコウノトリは高い煙突の上に巣を作った。
C1 noun /ˈpɪnəkəl/

pinnacle

頂点
Meaning
the highest point or peak of something, especially of success or achievement
Example
Winning the Nobel Prize was the pinnacle of her career.
ノーベル賞を受賞することは彼女のキャリアのピークでした。
C1 noun /ˈpetɪkoʊt/

Petti-coat

ペチコート
Meaning
an undergarment worn by women under a dress or skirt
Example
She wore a white petticoat under her dress.
彼女はドレスの下に白いペティコートを着ていました。
C2 verb /ɪnˈveɪɡəl/

inveigle

誘惑する
Meaning
To persuade someone to do something by deception or flattery.
Example
She inveigled him into signing the contract.
彼女は彼に契約書に署名させた。
B1 verb /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.keɪt/

communicate

Meaning
to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings
Example
They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room.
A2 verb /reɪz/

raise

上げる / 増加させる
Meaning
To lift or move something to a higher position; to increase; to bring up.
Example
She raised her hand to ask a question.
彼女は質問をするために手を上げました。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈlɛzbiən/

lesbian

レズビアン
Meaning
a woman who is romantically or sexually attracted to other women
Example
She is a proud lesbian and advocates for equal rights.
彼女は誇り高いレズビアンで、平等な権利を支持しています。
C2 noun /laʊs/

Louse

シラミ
Meaning
a small insect that lives on the hair or skin of people or animals
Example
The child had a louse in his hair.
その子供の髪にシラミがいました。
C1 noun /voʊɡ/

vogue

ファッション
Meaning
the prevailing fashion, style, or trend at a particular time
Example
Minimalist design is currently in vogue.
ミニマリストデザインは現在ファッションです。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/

trinket

小さな装飾品
Meaning
a small ornament or piece of jewelry that is not expensive
Example
She bought a little trinket from the beach market as a souvenir.
彼女はビーチマーケットで小さな装飾品をお土産として買った。
B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

懐疑的な
Meaning
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations
Example
She was skeptical about the new plan.
彼女は新しい計画に懐疑的だった。
C2 noun mʌnˈdeɪ.nɪ.ti

mundanity

平凡
Meaning
The quality of being ordinary, routine, or lacking excitement.
Example
The mundanity of office life can be exhausting.
オフィスの生活の平凡さは疲れることがあります。
C1 noun /ˈhɒməˌfoʊn/

homophone

同音異義語
Meaning
A word that is pronounced the same as another word but differs in meaning, and often spelling.
Example
The words 'pair' and 'pear' are homophones.
「pair」と「pear」の単語は同音異義語です。
C2 noun /ˈʃɛvrən/

chevron

V字型の記号
Meaning
A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.
Example
The sergeant’s uniform displayed three chevrons on the sleeve.
軍曹の制服には袖に三つのシェブロンが表示されていました。
A2 noun /bɪər/

beer

ビール
Meaning
An alcoholic drink made from yeast-fermented malt flavored with hops.
Example
He ordered a glass of cold beer at the bar.
彼はバーで冷たいビールを注文した。
C2 verb /məˈrɔːd/

maraud

略奪する
Meaning
to roam in search of things to steal or attack
Example
The bandits marauded through the village at night.
バンディットたちは夜に村を略奪しました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

enquire

尋ねる
Meaning
to ask for information about something
Example
He enquired about the train schedule.
彼は列車の時刻表について尋ねました。
A1 preposition /frəm/ or /frʌm/

from

から
Meaning
Used to indicate the starting point of a journey, action, or source.
Example
She came from Dhaka to visit her family.
彼女はダッカから家族を訪ねて来ました。
C2 adjective /dʒɛnˈtiːl/

genteel

上品な
Meaning
Polite, refined, or respectable, often in an affected or exaggerated way
Example
She spoke in a genteel manner that impressed the guests.
彼女は上品な方法で話し、ゲストに感銘を与えました。
C2 noun /ˈɔːɡjʊri/

augury

前兆
Meaning
A sign or omen that is believed to predict future events.
Example
The dark clouds were seen as an augury of an approaching storm.
暗い雲は近づいている嵐の前兆として見られた。
B2 verb /ɪmˈpaʊər/

empower

Meaning
To give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger or more confident.
Example
Education can empower people to improve their lives.
B1 adverb /ˈfʊli/

fully

完全に
Meaning
completely or entirely; to the fullest extent
Example
She is fully aware of the risks.
彼女はリスクについて完全に認識しています。
C1 adjective /ɪkˈstreɪ.ni.əs/

extraneous

無関係
Meaning
Not directly related or essential to the matter at hand; irrelevant.
Example
The editor removed extraneous details from the report.
編集者は報告書から無関係な詳細を削除しました。
C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈpɪtʃ.ə.leɪt/

recapitulate

要約する
Meaning
To summarize and state again the main points of something.
Example
The teacher asked the student to recapitulate the lesson.
教師は生徒にレッスンを要約するように頼みました。
C1 noun /dɪsˈsɜːrvɪs/

disservice

害
Meaning
A harmful action; something that does damage rather than help.
Example
Spreading false information is a disservice to the community.
偽の情報を広めることは、コミュニティに害を与えることです。
B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

Meaning
to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something
Example
The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.
C1 noun /ˈstɛnsəl/

stencil

型抜き
Meaning
A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.
Example
The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall.
アーティストは壁に同じ星を描くために型抜きを使用しました。
A1 verb /ˈvɪzɪt/

visit

訪れる
Meaning
to go and see someone or somewhere; to pay a call
Example
We plan to visit the museum this weekend.
私たちは今週末に博物館を訪れる予定です。
B1 adjective /peɪl/

Pale

青白い; 淡い; 弱い
Meaning
having a light color; lacking brightness or vividness; weak or faint
Example
She looked pale after being sick for a week.
彼女は1週間病気で、青白く見えた。
B2 verb /ˈflætər/

flatter

過度または不誠実にお世辞を言って、恩恵を得る
Meaning
to praise excessively or insincerely to gain favor
Example
He tried to flatter his boss to get a promotion.
彼は昇進を得るために上司をお世辞で持ち上げようとした。
C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtər/

Martyr

殉教者
Meaning
A person who is killed because of their religious or political beliefs
Example
He became a martyr for the cause of freedom and democracy.
彼は自由と民主主義のために殉教者となった。
C1 verb /ʌnˈnɜːrv/

unnerve

自信を失う
Meaning
to make someone lose confidence, courage, or composure
Example
The hostile questions began to unnerve the witness.
敵意のある質問が証人を動揺させ始めた。
C1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈsɛmbəl/

disassemble

分解する
Meaning
To take apart something into its separate pieces.
Example
He had to disassemble the computer to repair it.
彼は修理のためにコンピュータを分解しなければならなかった。
C2 verb /ɪnˈtwaɪn/

entwine

絡ませる
Meaning
to twist or wind together; to become closely connected or involved
Example
The vines entwine around the old fence.
つるが古いフェンスを巻きつけている。
C2 noun /ɪnˌtɛl.ɪˈdʒɛntsi.ə/

intelligentsia

インテリゲンチャ
Meaning
The group of people engaged in intellectual and cultural pursuits in a society.
Example
The intelligentsia played a key role in shaping public opinion.
インテリゲンチャは、世論形成において重要な役割を果たした。
C2 noun /ˈæntiruːm/

anteroom

控えの間
Meaning
A small room leading to a main one, often used as a waiting area.
Example
The guests waited in the anteroom before being called inside.
客たちは中に呼ばれる前に控えの間で待っていた。
C2 noun /ˈsɜːrfɪt/

surfeit

過剰
Meaning
an excessive amount of something
Example
There was a surfeit of food at the festival.
祭りでは食べ物が過剰にあった。
C2 noun /ˈpɑːrləns/

parlance

専門用語
Meaning
a particular way of speaking or using words, common to a group
Example
In legal parlance, the term has a different meaning.
法律用語では、この言葉は異なる意味を持っています。
C2 adjective /ˈhɔːri/

hoary

灰色の, 古い
Meaning
gray or white with age; very old and respected
Example
The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history.
古いオークの木は何世代にもわたる歴史の証人として立っていた。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnɔːˈspɪʃəs/

Inauspicious

不吉
Meaning
unlucky; showing signs that future success is unlikely; unfavorable
Example
The dark clouds seemed inauspicious for the wedding.
暗い雲は結婚式にとって不吉に思えた。
C2 verb /rɪˈfrækt/

refract

屈折する
Meaning
To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.
Example
The water refracts light, making the straw look bent.
水は光を屈折させ、ストローが曲がって見える。
C1 noun /ˈhɜːrniə/

hernia

ヘルニア
Meaning
A medical condition where an organ pushes through the muscle or tissue holding it in place.
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with an inguinal hernia.
医者は彼に鼠径ヘルニアと診断しました。
B2 noun /ˌvæk.sɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Vaccination

ワクチン接種
Meaning
the process of giving a vaccine to a person or animal to protect them against a disease
Example
Children receive vaccination against measles at an early age.
子供たちは幼い頃に麻疹の予防接種を受けます。
A2 adverb /ɪnˈdiːd/

indeed

実際に
Meaning
used to emphasize or confirm a statement
Example
It was a long journey indeed.
それは長い旅でした、実際。
C2 noun/adjective /ˈsaɪklɔɪd/

cycloid

サイクロイド曲線
Meaning
a curve traced by a point on the rim of a circle as it rolls along a straight line
Example
The cycloid is often studied in mathematics and physics.
サイクロイド曲線は数学と物理学でよく研究されます。
B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

戦争
Meaning
armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war
Example
Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.
現代の戦争には高度な技術と戦略的計画が含まれています。
C2 verb /ˈdʌmfaʊnd/

dumbfound

呆然とさせる
Meaning
to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless
Example
The magician's trick dumbfounded the audience.
マジシャンの技は観客を呆然とさせた。
B2 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

特権
Meaning
a special right or advantage that only one person or group has
Example
It's a privilege to work with such talented people.
才能ある人々と一緒に働けることは特権です。
C2 noun ˈvɜː.mɪ.kʌl.tʃər

vermiculture

バーミカルチャー
Meaning
The cultivation of earthworms, especially for use in composting organic waste.
Example
Vermiculture enriches soil with natural nutrients.
バーミカルチャーは土壌に自然な栄養素を提供します。
C1 noun /səbˈmɜːrdʒəns/

submergence

水没
Meaning
the act or process of being submerged or going underwater
Example
The submergence of coastal areas is a major concern due to rising sea levels.
海面上昇による沿岸地域の水没は重大な懸念事項です。
B2 noun ləˈdʒɪs.tɪks

Logistics

ロジスティクス
Meaning
The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.
Example
Logistics ensures timely delivery.
ロジスティクスはタイムリーな配達を保証します。
C1 verb /lɜːrk/

lurk

潜む
Meaning
to remain hidden so as to wait for an opportunity to attack or observe
Example
A stranger lurked in the shadows.
見知らぬ人が影の中に潜んでいた。
C2 noun /hɜːrˈbɛəriəm/

herbarium

標本館
Meaning
A collection of preserved plant specimens and associated data used for scientific study.
Example
The university maintains a large herbarium for research and education.
大学は研究と教育のために大きな標本館を維持しています。
A1 noun /saɪd/

side

側
Meaning
a position to the left or right of something
Example
The store is on the side of the road.
店は道路の側にあります。
B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl/

Journal

ジャーナル
Meaning
a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events
Example
She kept a personal journal to record her thoughts and experiences.
彼女は自分の思考と経験を記録するために個人的なジャーナルを保っていた。
C2 verb /dɪˈkleɪm/

declaim

Meaning
to speak aloud in a formal, passionate, or theatrical way
Example
The actor declaimed his lines with great intensity.
A2 noun /ɡeɪt/

gate

幸せ
Meaning
A movable barrier that opens and closes to allow or prevent entry through an opening.
Example
She closed the gate behind her as she left the garden.
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。
C2 adjective /prɪˈmɒnɪtəri/ or /ˌpriːməˈnɪtəri/

premonitory

予兆
Meaning
giving a warning or prediction about something, especially something unpleasant
Example
He ignored the premonitory signs of illness.
彼は病気の予兆を無視しました。
B2 adverb /ˈsɪmɪlərli/

similarly

同様に
Meaning
in a similar way
Example
Similarly, we can achieve success with dedication and hard work.
同様に、私たちは献身と努力によって成功を収めることができます。
B2 noun /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/

autobiography

自伝
Meaning
An account of a person's life written by that person.
Example
She published an autobiography about her journey to success.
彼女は自分の成功への道のりを綴った自伝を出版しました。
B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

驚くべき
Meaning
Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.
Example
The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.
その驚くべき発見は、私たちが宇宙を見る方法を変えました。
C1 noun /ˈhɪp.ə.krɪt/

Hypocrite

偽善者; 嘘つき; 偽りの人
Meaning
a person who acts in contradiction to their stated beliefs or feelings; a pretender
Example
Don't be a hypocrite by demanding honesty from others while lying yourself.
他人に誠実を求めて自分は嘘をつくのは偽善者だ。
C1 noun /ɡæf/

gaffe

失敗
Meaning
An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment; a blunder.
Example
The politician's gaffe quickly spread on social media.
政治家の失敗はすぐにソーシャルメディアで広まりました。
C1 noun /ˈwɪtʃ.krɑːft/

witchcraft

魔女術
Meaning
the practice of magical skills, spells, and abilities
Example
In old times, many people believed in witchcraft.
古代には、多くの人々が魔女術を信じていました。
A2 adverb /ˈprɒb.ə.bli/

Probably

おそらく
Meaning
almost certainly; very likely; in all likelihood
Example
He will probably arrive late tonight.
彼はおそらく今夜遅れて到着するでしょう。
A2 verb /bit/

beat

叩く
Meaning
to strike repeatedly; to defeat; to pulsate rhythmically
Example
Our team will beat theirs in the final match.
私たちのチームは決勝戦で彼らに勝ちます。
C1 adjective /ˈskɔːrnfəl/

Scornful

軽蔑的な
Meaning
showing contempt or disdain; expressing scorn
Example
She gave him a scornful look when he made the rude comment.
彼が無礼なコメントをしたとき、彼女は軽蔑の目で彼を見た。
B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

予期する
Meaning
to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance
Example
We anticipate a large crowd at the event.
イベントには大勢の人が来ると予想しています。
B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する
Meaning
to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons
Example
The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.
先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈvaɪəbl/

unviable

実現不可能
Meaning
Not capable of working successfully; not feasible or practical.
Example
The project was deemed unviable due to high costs.
高額なコストのため、このプロジェクトは実現不可能と見なされました。
C2 adjective /ˈæb.ə.rənt/

aberrant

異常
Meaning
deviating from what is normal or expected; abnormal
Example
His aberrant behavior shocked everyone at the meeting.
彼の異常な行動は会議で誰もが驚かせた。
B2 adjective /ˈbʌmpi/

Bumpy

でこぼこした; ざらざらした
Meaning
having an uneven surface; rough; jolting
Example
The bumpy road made the car ride very uncomfortable.
でこぼこした道で車の乗り心地はとても不快だった。
A1 noun /ˈmjuːzɪk/

music

音楽
Meaning
vocal or instrumental sounds combined to produce harmony, melody, or rhythm
Example
She loves listening to classical music.
彼女はクラシック音楽を聴くのが好きです。
B2 noun /ˈtræn.zɪt/

transit

輸送
Meaning
Transportation or travel system, the process of travel or transportation from one place to another.
Example
The city is investing in a new transit system.
都市は新しい輸送システムに投資しています。
C1 adjective /əˈbaɪdɪŋ/

abiding

持続的な
Meaning
lasting for a long time; enduring
Example
She had an abiding love for her hometown.
彼女は故郷への持続的な愛を持っていました。
A1 noun /bɜːrd/

bird

鳥
Meaning
a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly
Example
A bird was singing on the tree branch.
鳥が木の枝で歌っていました。
C1 noun /wʊd ˈæp.əl/

Wood Apple

ウッドアップル
Meaning
a hard-shelled tropical fruit with aromatic pulp used in beverages and medicine
Example
The wood apple has a hard shell but sweet pulp inside.
ウッドアップルは硬い殻を持っていますが、内部には甘い果肉があります
C1 noun /tiː ˈstreɪnər/

Tea-strainer

茶こし
Meaning
a small perforated device used to strain tea leaves from brewed tea
Example
I always use a tea-strainer when pouring tea into cups.
私はお茶をカップに注ぐとき、いつも茶こしを使います。
B2 noun /ˈpɪs.təl/

Pistol

ピストル
Meaning
a small gun that can be held and fired with one hand
Example
The officer drew his pistol from the holster.
警官はホルスターからピストルを抜きました。
C1 noun /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənsi/

insufficiency

不足
Meaning
The state of not being enough or not being adequate.
Example
The project failed due to the insufficiency of funds.
プロジェクトは資金不足のため失敗しました。
C2 noun /dɪsˈjuːnjən/

disunion

分裂
Meaning
the state of being separated or not united
Example
Civil wars often result from national disunion.
内戦はしばしば国家の分裂から起こる。
C1 verb /ˈrævɪdʒ/

ravage

荒廃させる
Meaning
to cause severe and extensive damage or destruction
Example
The hurricane ravaged the coastal villages.
ハリケーンは沿岸の村を荒廃させた。
B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

残念な; 失望させる; 悲しい
Meaning
causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable
Example
It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.
こんなに多くの才能ある人々が会社を辞めたのは残念です。
C2 adjective /ˌɛvəˈnɛsənt/

evanescent

儚い
Meaning
Quickly fading or disappearing; lasting for only a very short time.
Example
The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, fading within minutes.
夕日の美しさは儚く、数分で消えてしまった。
B1 noun, verb /ˈfaɪ.næns/ or /fəˈnæns/

finance

ファイナンス
Meaning
the management of money and investments, or to provide funds for something
Example
The company secured finance from a major bank.
その会社は大手銀行から資金を調達しました。
A1 verb /rɪˈmembə/

remember

覚える
Meaning
to bring a past event back into one's mind; to keep in memory
Example
I remember my first day at school.
私は学校の最初の日を覚えています。
A2 verb /hɜːrt/

hurt

傷つける
Meaning
to cause pain or injury; to feel pain physically or emotionally
Example
My back hurts from sitting too long.
長時間座っていたので、背中が痛いです。
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

感受性
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
彼女の芸術的な感受性は、絵画の細部を評価するのに役立ちました。
A2 noun /ɡɑːrd/

Guard

警備員; ガード
Meaning
a person who keeps watch, especially a soldier or police officer; a device worn or fitted to prevent injury
Example
The security guard checked everyone's identification before allowing entry to the building.
セキュリティガードは、ビルに入る前に全員のIDを確認しました。
B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

キャビネット
Meaning
a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage
Example
The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.
キッチンキャビネットは皿と器具でいっぱいです。
C1 noun /ˈweɪs(t).koʊt/

waistcoat

ベスト
Meaning
a sleeveless garment worn over a shirt and under a jacket
Example
He wore a black waistcoat with his suit.
彼はスーツに黒いベストを着ていた。
B1 adverb /ˈdaʊnwədz/

Downwards

下向き
Meaning
towards a lower place or position; in a downward direction
Example
The ball rolled downwards along the slope.
ボールは坂を下向きに転がった。
C1 verb /ˈprɪkəl/

prickle

Meaning
to cause a slight stinging or tingling sensation on the skin
Example
Her skin began to prickle in the cold wind.
C1 verb /dɪsˈkwɑːlɪfaɪ/

disqualify

失格する
Meaning
to officially prevent someone from participating or being eligible
Example
The referee decided to disqualify the player for cheating.
審判は不正行為のために選手を失格にすることを決定しました。