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B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

農薬
Meaning
Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.
過剰な農薬の使用は環境に害を及ぼす可能性があります。
A2 adverb /ˈtoʊtəli/

Totally

完全に
Meaning
completely; entirely; absolutely
Example
I totally agree with your opinion.
私はあなたの意見に完全に同意します。
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。
C1 noun /ˈrɛzɪn/

resin

樹脂
Meaning
a sticky organic substance, usually secreted by plants, often used in varnishes or plastics
Example
The craftsman used natural resin to make the sculpture shine.
職人は彫刻を輝かせるために天然の樹脂を使用しました。
A1 noun /ˈmʌni/

money

幸福
Meaning
A medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes; wealth or financial resources.
Example
He saved enough money to buy a new car.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
C1 noun /ˈpeɪθɒs/

pathos

パトス
Meaning
a quality in speech, writing, or events that evokes pity or deep emotion
Example
The documentary balanced pathos with hope, making the audience both weep and think.
ドキュメンタリーは、パトスと希望をうまくバランスさせ、観客を泣かせ、考えさせました。
B2 noun, verb /bɒb/

bob

上下に揺れる
Meaning
a short sudden movement up and down; to move quickly up and down
Example
The small boat began to bob on the waves.
小さなボートは波の上で上下に揺れ始めた。
B1 adjective /ˈrɔɪ.əl/

Royal

ロイヤル
Meaning
belonging to or connected with the monarch or monarchy; magnificent; excellent
Example
The royal family attended the ceremony.
ロイヤルファミリーが式典に出席しました。
A2 noun /ˈɪn.sekt/

Insect

昆虫
Meaning
a small invertebrate animal with six legs and usually one or two pairs of wings
Example
The butterfly is a beautiful insect that flies from flower to flower.
蝶は花から花へと飛ぶ美しい昆虫です。
C2 noun /ˈɑːr.bɪ.trɑːʒ/

arbitrage

アービトラージ
Meaning
The simultaneous buying and selling of securities in different markets to take advantage of differing prices.
Example
Investors use arbitrage to make profits in global markets.
投資家はアービトラージを利用してグローバル市場で利益を得ます。
C2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈstraɪd/

overstride

大きな一歩で越える
Meaning
To stride over something; to step across with long steps.
Example
He managed to overstride the narrow stream with ease.
彼は狭い小川を簡単に越えることができました。
C2 verb /fɔːrˈboʊd/

forebode

予兆する
Meaning
To predict or have a strong inner feeling of a future misfortune or evil.
Example
Dark clouds forebode a coming storm.
暗い雲が来る嵐を予兆している。
C2 noun /dɪˈstreɪnər/

distrainor

財産差し押さえ人
Meaning
a person, usually a landlord, who seizes another's property for unpaid debt or rent
Example
The distrainor took possession of the tenant's car until the debt was cleared.
ディストレイナーは、借金が清算されるまで、賃借人の車を押収しました。
B1 noun /priːst/

priest

神父
Meaning
a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies
Example
The priest blessed the congregation during the Sunday service.
神父は日曜日の礼拝中に会衆に祝福を与えました。
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。
C2 noun /ˌfɑːsfəˈrɛsəns/

phosphorescence

フォスフォレッセンス
Meaning
the property of emitting light without noticeable heat
Example
The deep-sea creatures displayed a beautiful phosphorescence.
深海の生物は美しいフォスフォレッセンスを示しました。
C1 noun /bɑːm/

balm

軟膏
Meaning
A soothing ointment or something that provides comfort or relief.
Example
The balm helped relieve the pain from her sunburn.
そのバームは日焼けの痛みを和らげるのに役立ちました。
B2 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

合図
Meaning
A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.
Example
The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.
俳優はステージに上がる前にキューを待っていました。
C2 noun /dɪˈmeɪn/

demesne

邸宅に付属する土地
Meaning
Land attached to a manor and retained for the owner's use.
Example
The castle was surrounded by its vast demesne.
その城は広大な邸宅に付属する土地に囲まれていました。
C1 noun /ˈstɪmjʊlənt/

stimulant

興奮剤
Meaning
A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
Example
Coffee is a common stimulant that helps people stay awake.
コーヒーは一般的な興奮剤で、人々が目を覚ますのを助けます
B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

撤退する
Meaning
to move back or withdraw from a position or situation
Example
The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.
兵士たちは戦いに負けた後、撤退しなければならなかった。
C1 noun /ɡʌst/

Gust

突然の強風
Meaning
a sudden strong rush of wind; a sudden burst or outburst of feeling
Example
A powerful gust of wind knocked over the outdoor umbrellas at the cafe.
強い風がカフェの外のパラソルを倒しました。
C2 noun /ˈʌndərlɪŋ/

underling

部下
Meaning
a person of low rank or importance; a subordinate
Example
The manager ordered his underlings to finish the task quickly.
マネージャーは部下に仕事を迅速に終わらせるよう命じました。
B2 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

窮屈, 不快適な小ささ
Meaning
uncomfortably small or restricted
Example
The room was so cramped that we could barely move.
部屋はとても窮屈で、ほとんど動けませんでした。
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.lər ˈen.ə.dʒi

solar energy

太陽光エネルギー
Meaning
Energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy.
Example
Solar energy is vital for reducing carbon emissions.
太陽光エネルギーは炭素排出量を削減するためには不可欠です。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈnɪɡərdli/

niggardly

ケチ
Meaning
unwilling to spend or give; stingy or miserly
Example
He was too niggardly to leave a decent tip.
彼はまともなチップを置くにはあまりにケチだった。
B1 noun /ˌɪntərˈækʃən/

interaction

相互作用
Meaning
The process of people or things acting upon or influencing each other.
Example
The teacher encouraged more interaction between students.
教師は生徒間のさらなるインタラクションを促進しました。
B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/

educational

教育的な
Meaning
Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.
Example
The journey was an educational experience.
その旅行は教育的な経験でした。
C1 noun /ˌpɒməˈdɔːrəʊ/

pomodoro

ポモドーロ
Meaning
A time management technique that uses a timer to break down work into intervals.
Example
The Pomodoro technique improves productivity.
ポモドーロ技法は生産性を向上させます。
B1 noun /ˈfɪnɪʃ laɪn/

finish line

ゴールライン
Meaning
The line or point at the end of a race or competition where participants complete it.
Example
She sprinted towards the finish line and won the race.
彼女はフィニッシュラインに向かって全力で走り、レースに勝った。
C1 noun /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈneɪʃən/

rejuvenation

再生
Meaning
The process of restoring something to a former better state, especially referring to renewing soil fertility or revitalizing agricultural land through various restoration practices.
Example
Rejuvenation of soil is necessary for sustainable agriculture.
土壌の再生は持続可能な農業にとって必要不可欠です。
B1 noun /ˌɑk.jəˈpeɪ.ʃən/

Occupation

職業; 仕事; 占領
Meaning
a job or profession; the action of taking control of a place
Example
Teaching is her chosen occupation.
教えることは彼女の選んだ職業です。
B2 adverb /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ.li/

Willingly

自発的に
Meaning
in a willing manner; voluntarily; with free will
Example
She willingly helped her neighbors during the emergency.
彼女は緊急時に自発的に隣人を助けました。
C2 adjective /ˈtrʌŋkeɪtɪd/

truncated

短縮された
Meaning
shortened by cutting off a part; cut short
Example
The meeting was truncated due to time constraints.
会議は時間の制約により短縮されました。
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 adjective /ˈrɛkənˌsaɪləbl̩/

reconcilable

Meaning
Capable of being resolved or made consistent.
Example
Their differences are reconcilable with honest communication.
A2 noun/verb /ˈaɪən/ or /ˈaɪərn/

iron

鉄 / アイロン
Meaning
a strong, hard metal used in construction; also to press clothes with heat
Example
He used an iron to smooth his shirt.
彼はシャツを滑らかにするためにアイロンを使った。
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。
B1 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

determined

決心した
Meaning
Having firmly decided to do something and not letting anything stop you.
Example
She was determined to finish her studies despite many obstacles.
多くの障害があったにもかかわらず、彼女は学業を終わらせる決心をしていた。
B1 verb /əˈfɛkt/

affect

影響する
Meaning
to influence or make a difference to something
Example
The weather can greatly affect our mood.
天気は私たちの気分に大きな影響を与えることがある。
A1 adverb /ˈriː.ə.li/

Really

本当に; 実際に; とても
Meaning
actually; truly; very much
Example
I really enjoyed the concert last night.
昨晩のコンサートは本当に楽しめました。
B1 noun /rɪˈpleɪsmənt/

replacement

交換
Meaning
the act of substituting one thing or person for another
Example
She got a replacement for her damaged phone.
彼女は壊れた電話の交換を受けました。
C1 noun dɪˌlɪb.əˈreɪ.ʃən

deliberation

熟考
Meaning
Long and careful consideration or discussion.
Example
The agreement was finalized after much deliberation.
その合意は多くの熟考の末に最終決定されました。
B2 verb /əˈvɜːrt/

avert

避ける
Meaning
to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts
Example
Quick action helped avert a disaster.
迅速な対応が災害を回避する手助けとなった。
C2 adjective /sʌbˈlɪŋɡwəl/

sublingual

舌下
Meaning
situated or applied under the tongue
Example
The doctor prescribed a sublingual tablet for faster absorption.
医師は吸収を早めるために舌下錠を処方しました。
B1 noun /pɪl/

pill

錠剤
Meaning
a small round piece of medicine to be swallowed
Example
He took a pill to relieve his headache.
彼は頭痛を和らげるためにピルを飲みました。
C2 noun /ˌvɑːljəˈbɪləti/

volubility

おしゃべり
Meaning
The quality of talking fluently, readily, or incessantly.
Example
His volubility made him a successful radio host.
彼の話し好きは、彼を成功したラジオホストにしました。
A1 noun /ˈdɒktər/

doctor

医者
Meaning
A qualified medical professional who treats illnesses and injuries.
Example
The doctor prescribed medicine for the patient.
医者は患者に薬を処方しました。
C1 noun /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/

Piety

信仰心
Meaning
the quality of being religious or reverent; devout religious belief and practice
Example
His piety was evident in his daily prayers.
彼の信仰心は毎日の祈りに明らかでした。
C2 noun /ˌʃæŋɡriˈlɑː/

shangri-la

架空の楽園
Meaning
a remote, beautiful, imaginary place where life is perfect and peaceful
Example
They described the island as a modern-day Shangri-La.
彼らはその島を現代版シャングリ・ラとして描写しました。
C1 noun /ˈfæs.ɪt/

facet

側面, 部分, 特徴
Meaning
One of the many aspects or features of something; a particular part or element of something.
Example
Every facet of the project was carefully analyzed.
プロジェクトの各側面は慎重に分析されました。
B1 noun ɡrəʊθ

Growth

成長
Meaning
The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength.
Example
Economic growth improves living conditions.
経済成長は生活水準を向上させます。
C1 verb /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊz/

predispose

予備的にする
Meaning
To make someone more likely to behave in a certain way or be affected by something.
Example
His genetics may predispose him to diabetes.
彼の遺伝子は、彼が糖尿病になる可能性を高めるかもしれません。
C2 noun, verb /ˈæseɪ/

assay

分析
Meaning
To test or analyze the quality, purity, or content of a substance; the act of such testing.
Example
The scientists assayed the mineral sample for gold content.
科学者たちは金の含有量を調べるために鉱物サンプルをアセイしました。
C2 noun /ˈkænə/

Canna

カンナ
Meaning
a tropical flowering plant with large, colorful flowers and broad leaves
Example
The bright orange canna lilies grew tall beside the pond.
明るいオレンジ色のカンナリリーが池の横に高く成長しました。
C2 adjective /ˌprɒvɪˈdɛnʃəl/

providential

天意の
Meaning
occurring at a favorable or opportune time, as if guided by divine intervention
Example
Their timely rescue was considered providential.
彼らのタイムリーな救助は天意のものと見なされました。
C2 verb /ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

subjugate

支配する
Meaning
To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.
Example
The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.
帝国は隣接する王国を従わせようとした。
C2 noun /ˈdiːɪst/

deist

デイスト
Meaning
a person who believes in the existence of a supreme being but rejects organized religion
Example
The philosopher identified himself as a deist.
その哲学者は自分をデイストとして認識した。
B1 verb /əˈmjuːz/

amuse

楽しませる
Meaning
to entertain or make someone laugh or smile; to occupy pleasantly
Example
The clown amused the children at the party.
道化師はパーティーで子供たちを楽しませた。
B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/

officer

警官
Meaning
a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement
Example
The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.
警官はスピード違反で彼にチケットを渡した。
C2 adjective /ɑːrˈθʊr.i.ən/

arthurian

アーサー王に関連する
Meaning
Relating to the legendary King Arthur and the stories surrounding him.
Example
The novel is set in an Arthurian world of knights and castles.
その小説は、騎士と城が存在するアーサリアンの世界に設定されています。
B2 noun /ˈskɛlɪtən/

skeleton

骨格
Meaning
The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.
Example
The teacher showed the students a human skeleton in the biology class.
先生は生物の授業で学生たちに人間の骨格を見せました。
C2 noun /ˈvoʊtəri/

votary

信者
Meaning
A devoted follower or admirer of someone or something.
Example
He is a votary of classical music and attends every concert.
彼はクラシック音楽の信者で、毎回コンサートに参加します。
C1 noun /ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

ideology

イデオロギー
Meaning
A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.
Example
Democracy is based on the ideology of freedom and equality.
民主主義は自由と平等のイデオロギーに基づいています。
C1 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən ˌflaʊ.ər/

Passion flower

パッションフラワー
Meaning
A climbing plant with intricate, colorful flowers; also refers to royal poinciana tree with red-orange blooms
Example
The passion flower vine covered the garden wall with beautiful blooms.
パッションフラワーのつるが美しい花で庭の壁を覆いました。
A2 verb dɪˈvɛləp

develop

発展させる
Meaning
To grow or bring to a more advanced or effective state; to start to exist, experience, or possess gradually.
Example
Develop a brand based on your passion and skills.
情熱とスキルに基づいてブランドを発展させましょう。
A2 adjective /ʌnˈtaɪdi/

Untidy

散らかった; 無秩序な;
Meaning
not neat or orderly; messy and disorganized
Example
Her untidy room was filled with clothes scattered everywhere.
彼女の散らかった部屋は、どこにでも散らばった服でいっぱいでした。
C1 verb /rɪˈklaɪn/

recline

リクライニングする
Meaning
To lean or lie back in a relaxed position.
Example
She reclined on the sofa with a book.
彼女はソファで本を持ってリクライニングしていた。
B2 verb /ˈɛmɪˌɡreɪt/

emigrate

移住する
Meaning
To leave one's own country in order to settle permanently in another.
Example
Many people emigrated from Europe to America in the 19th century.
多くの人々は19世紀にヨーロッパからアメリカに移住しました。
C1 verb /əˈpɔːl/

appall

驚かす
Meaning
To shock or horrify someone with something unpleasant or bad.
Example
The cruelty of the crime appalled the entire community.
犯罪の残酷さがコミュニティ全体を驚かせた。
A1 adverb /jɛs/

yes

はい
Meaning
used to express affirmation, agreement, or consent
Example
Yes, I will be there at 5 o'clock.
はい、5時にそこに行きます。
B1 noun /bɑːn/

barn

納屋
Meaning
a large building used for storing grain or housing farm animals
Example
The farmer keeps his cows in the barn.
農夫は牛を納屋に入れています。
C2 verb /breɪ/

bray

鳴き声
Meaning
To make a loud, harsh sound like a donkey.
Example
The donkey began to bray loudly in the field.
ロバは畑で大声で鳴き始めました。
C1 adjective /ʃruːd/

Shrewd

賢い; 鋭い; 分別のある
Meaning
having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute
Example
The shrewd businessman made a profitable deal in the competitive market.
その賢いビジネスマンは、競争の激しい市場で利益を上げる取引をしました。
A2 noun /dəˈrɛkʃən/ or /daɪˈrɛkʃən/

direction

方向, 指示
Meaning
the course or path on which someone or something is moving; instructions on what to do
Example
He asked for directions to the train station.
彼は駅への行き方を尋ねました。
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

psychological

心理学的
Meaning
relating to the mind or mental processes.
Example
She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children.
彼女は子供たちへのトラウマの心理学的影響を研究した。
C1 noun /ˈkliː.vər/

Cleaver

大きな包丁
Meaning
a heavy knife with a broad blade used for chopping meat or vegetables
Example
The chef used a cleaver to chop the chicken bones.
シェフはチキンの骨を切るために大きな包丁を使いました。
C1 noun /ˈɒstrəsɪzəm/

ostracism

追放
Meaning
The act of excluding someone from a group or society.
Example
The student faced ostracism after breaking the rules.
その学生は規則を破った後、追放に直面しました。
A2 noun ˌtræn.spɔːrˈteɪ.ʃən

Transportation

輸送
Meaning
The movement of people or goods from one place to another.
Example
Efficient transportation reduces costs.
効率的な輸送はコストを削減します。
B2 adverb /ˈdɪmli/

dimly

薄暗く
Meaning
in a faint or unclear way; with little light
Example
The room was dimly lit by a single candle.
部屋は一本のろうそくで薄暗く照らされていた。
B1 verb /stiːl/

steal

盗む
Meaning
to take something without permission; to rob
Example
It's wrong to steal from others.
他人から盗むことは間違っています。
B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

目標指向
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
目標指向であることは成功を達成するために重要です。
C1 noun /mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/

magnificence

壮麗
Meaning
splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty
Example
The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless.
宮殿の壮麗さに誰もが言葉を失った。
C1 noun /ˈrʌp.tʃər/

Rupture

破裂; 関係の断絶
Meaning
breaking or bursting apart; breakdown of relations
Example
The rupture in the pipeline caused a massive oil spill.
パイプラインの破裂が大規模な石油漏れを引き起こしました。
B2 noun, verb /striːk/

streak

線または筋; 指定された方向に非常に速く移動する
Meaning
a long, thin line or mark; to move very quickly in a specified direction
Example
Lightning streaked across the night sky.
稲妻が夜空を横切った。
A1 noun /sɪks/

six

六
Meaning
the number 6
Example
There are six apples on the table.
テーブルにリンゴが六個あります。
C1 adjective /bəˈroʊk/

baroque

バロック様式
Meaning
relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of art, architecture, or music from the 17th and early 18th centuries; excessively elaborate or complex
Example
The church was decorated in a baroque style with intricate details.
教会はバロック様式で複雑な詳細で飾られていました。
C2 verb /flɛdʒ/

fledge

飛べるようになる
Meaning
To develop wing feathers large enough for flight; to bring up until able to fly.
Example
The young birds will fledge in a few weeks.
若い鳥たちは数週間以内に飛べるようになる。
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。
A2 verb /ɡaɪd/

guide

案内する
Meaning
to show someone the way; to direct or influence behavior
Example
The teacher guides the students.
先生は学生を案内します。
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 adjective /ˈpəʊ.tənt/

Potent

強力な; 効果的な; 影響力のある
Meaning
having great strength, power, or effect; influential
Example
The medicine is very potent and should be taken carefully.
その薬は非常に強力であり、慎重に服用すべきです。
C2 noun /ˈhɛklər/

heckler

野次を飛ばす人
Meaning
A person who interrupts a speaker with rude or aggressive comments.
Example
The politician remained calm despite the heckler shouting from the crowd.
政治家は群衆から叫んでいたヘクラーにもかかわらず冷静を保ちました。
B2 noun ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

気候条件
Meaning
The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.
Example
Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.
雪が降るためには特定の気候条件が必要です。
C2 adjective /ˈfæsaɪl/

Facile

簡単な; 浅薄な; 深みのない
Meaning
easily achieved; superficial; lacking depth
Example
His facile explanation didn't address the real problem.
彼の簡単な説明は実際の問題に対処しませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈfæn.feər/

fanfare

大々的な展示, 宣伝
Meaning
a short ceremonial tune or display of publicity to attract attention
Example
The new product was launched with much fanfare.
新しい製品は盛大なファンファーレで発売されました。
B2 noun /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

interruption

中断
Meaning
the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action
Example
The meeting was delayed due to an unexpected interruption.
予期しない中断のため会議は遅れた。
B2 verb /lɪk/

lick

舐める
Meaning
to pass the tongue over something; to defeat decisively
Example
The cat licked its paws clean.
ネコは足をきれいに舐めました。
C1 noun /rɪˈkluːs/

recluse

隠者
Meaning
A person who lives alone and avoids other people; someone who lives a solitary life.
Example
The old man lived as a recluse in the mountains.
その老人は山の中で隠者として暮らしていた。
B2 adjective /lɑːrdʒ skeɪl/

large-scale

大規模
Meaning
involving a large number or quantity, or covering a large area
Example
The company is planning a large-scale expansion into international markets.
その会社は国際市場に大規模な拡大を計画しています。
C1 noun /ˌklɔːstrəˈfəʊbiə/

claustrophobia

Meaning
an extreme or irrational fear of being in confined spaces
Example
He avoids elevators because of his claustrophobia.
B2 adjective /ˈstɪki/

sticky

べたつく
Meaning
having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with
Example
The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.
キャンディは手で食べるにはあまりにもべたつくです。
B2 adverb /rɪˈpɔːtɪdli/

reportedly

報告によると
Meaning
according to what is said or believed, although not confirmed
Example
The company has reportedly agreed to the new terms.
その会社はreportedly新しい条件に同意しました。
C2 noun /ˌkæt ə ˈnaɪn ˌteɪlz/

cat-o-nine-tails

九つの尾を持つ鞭
Meaning
A whip with nine knotted cords, historically used for punishment.
Example
The sailor feared the cat-o-nine-tails more than the storm at sea.
その水夫は海の嵐よりもキャット・オー・ナイン・テイルズを恐れていた。
C1 adjective, noun, verb /ˈtrɛbəl/

treble

トリプル、高い音
Meaning
triple; consisting of three parts; high-pitched sound in music
Example
The company's profits trebled in just two years.
会社の利益は2年で3倍になった。
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

閉鎖
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
会社の閉鎖により、多くの従業員が職を失いました。
C1 adjective /əˈkʌlt/

occult

オカルト
Meaning
Relating to mysterious, supernatural, or magical powers and practices.
Example
She had always been fascinated by the occult and its hidden knowledge.
彼女は常にオカルトとその隠された知識に魅了されていた。
C1 noun /ˈhɔːrtɪˌkʌltʃər/

horticulture

Meaning
The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
Example
Horticulture plays a vital role in producing fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.
B1 verb /kənˈvɪns/

convince

納得させる
Meaning
to make someone believe or feel certain about something
Example
She convinced him to attend the meeting.
彼女は彼に会議に参加するように納得させた。
C1 noun /ˈpɑːrlər/

parlor

サロン、店
Meaning
A sitting room in a private house, or a shop providing specified services.
Example
They welcomed the guests into the front parlor.
彼らは前のパーラーでゲストを迎えました。
C2 noun /ˈmɒdɪkəm/

modicum

少しの量
Meaning
a small or moderate amount of something, especially something valuable or desirable
Example
She showed a modicum of patience during the long meeting.
長い会議の間、彼女は少しの忍耐を見せました。
C1 adjective /ˈɡrʌdʒɪŋ/

grudging

しぶしぶの
Meaning
Reluctant or unwilling; given or allowed only with hesitation.
Example
She gave him a grudging smile after the argument.
口論の後、彼女はしぶしぶ笑顔を見せた。
B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

信頼できる
Meaning
able to be believed; convincing
Example
Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.
彼女の説明は委員会を納得させるのに十分信頼できるものでした。
C1 verb /pərˈspaɪər/

perspire

汗をかく
Meaning
To give out sweat through the pores of the skin as a result of heat, physical exertion, or stress.
Example
He began to perspire after running for 10 minutes.
彼は10分間走った後、汗をかき始めました。
C2 noun /ˈsɪlvər kɑrp/

Silver carp

銀鯉
Meaning
a large freshwater fish with silvery scales, commonly farmed for food
Example
Silver carp is widely cultivated in fish farms across Asia.
銀鯉はアジアの養魚場で広く養殖されています。
B1 preposition/adverb /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

according

によると
Meaning
As stated by or in agreement with.
Example
According to the report, sales increased last quarter.
報告書によると、売上は前四半期に増加しました。
C1 noun ˌsɛlf.rɪˈstreɪnt

self-restraint

自己抑制
Meaning
The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically an impulse or desire.
Example
Practicing self-restraint helps in avoiding impulsive decisions.
自己抑制を実践することで、衝動的な決定を避けるのに役立ちます。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/

insufficient

不十分
Meaning
Not enough; inadequate.
Example
His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion.
彼の説明は混乱を解消するには不十分でした。
C2 noun /ˌlɛksɪˈkɒɡrəfi/

lexicography

辞書学
Meaning
The art or practice of compiling dictionaries.
Example
Lexicography requires both linguistic and cultural knowledge.
辞書学は、言語学と文化的な知識の両方を必要とします。
C1 adjective /ˈsnɒbɪʃ/

snobbish

高慢
Meaning
having or showing the attitude of people who think they are better than others
Example
She seemed snobbish because she avoided talking to the waiters.
彼女はウェイターと話すのを避けたので、高慢に見えました。