C2 verb /fɪˈlændər/

philander

浮気をする

Meaning

to engage in casual or frivolous romantic or sexual relationships

Example

He was known to philander with many women in town.

彼は町で多くの女性と浮気をしていることで知られていた。

B1 noun /ˈfæktər/

factor

要因

Meaning

A circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result.

Example

Weather is an important factor in crop production.

天候は作物生産において重要な要因です。

C1 verb /kəˈleɪt/

collate

整理する

Meaning

to collect, arrange, and combine in order

Example

The secretary collated the reports before the meeting.

秘書は会議前に報告書を整理した。

B1 noun sɪˈlek.ʃən

selection

選択

Meaning

The action or fact of carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable.

Example

The selection process is based on merit.

選考プロセスは実力に基づいています。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

副業

Meaning

An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.

Example

The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.

副業の議論が相互理解を促進した。

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完全

Meaning

a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

彼女は人間であることの一部として自分の不完全さを受け入れた。

C2 adjective /ˈpɪrɪk/

pyrrhic

ピリック勝利

Meaning

A victory won at such a great cost that it is almost equivalent to defeat.

Example

The general declared the battle a pyrrhic victory due to heavy losses.

将軍は大きな損失のため、この戦いをピリック勝利と宣言した。

B1 adjective /ˈsɪvəl/

civil

市民の

Meaning

Relating to ordinary citizens and their concerns, or being polite and courteous.

Example

They settled the matter through civil discussion.

彼らは市民的な議論を通じて問題を解決しました。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

消毒する

Meaning

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

Example

The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.

看護師は包帯を巻く前に傷を消毒しました。

B1 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Generation

世代; 生産;

Meaning

all the people born and living at about the same time; the production or creation of something

Example

Each generation faces unique challenges that shape their worldview and values.

各世代は、それぞれ独自の課題に直面し、それが彼らの世界観と価値観を形作っています。

B2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌprəʊfaɪl/

high-profile

注目の的

Meaning

having a lot of attention or public notice

Example

The CEO attended a high-profile conference in New York.

CEOはニューヨークでのハイプロファイルな会議に参加しました。

A1 noun /peɪdʒ/

page

ページ

Meaning

one side of a sheet of paper, or a single sheet of paper in a book or document

Example

Turn to the next page for more information.

次のページに進んで、詳細情報を取得してください。

B2 adjective /ˈfæktʃuəl/

Factual

事実に基づいた; 真実の

Meaning

based on facts; accurate; true

Example

The report contains only factual information.

レポートには事実に基づく情報のみが含まれています。

A2 noun /rɪˈzʌlt/

result

結果

Meaning

a consequence, effect, or outcome of something

Example

The result of the test was excellent.

テストの結果は素晴らしかった。

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。

A2 noun/verb /kənˈsɜːrn/

concern

Meaning

to relate to or affect; a matter of worry or interest

Example

Environmental issues concern all of us.

B2 verb /waɪn/

whine

不平を言う

Meaning

to complain in an annoying way; to make a high-pitched sound

Example

The child whined about having to go to bed early.

子供は早く寝なければならないことについて不平を言った。

C1 verb /dɪˈmɔrəˌlaɪz/

demoralize

Meaning

to cause someone to lose confidence or hope

Example

The constant criticism demoralized the young athlete.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈkɛmpt/

unkempt

だらしない

Meaning

Having an untidy or disheveled appearance.

Example

He looked unkempt after sleeping outdoors all night.

彼は一晩外で寝た後、だらしなく見えた。

B1 noun /ˈpaɪ.lət/

Pilot

パイロット

Meaning

a person who operates the controls of an aircraft

Example

The experienced pilot landed the plane safely during the storm.

経験豊富なパイロットが嵐の中で飛行機を安全に着陸させました。

C1 noun /məˈtɪəriəlɪzəm/

Materialism

物質主義

Meaning

A tendency to consider material possessions more important than spiritual values

Example

The rise of materialism in modern society concerns many philosophers.

現代社会における物質主義の台頭は、多くの哲学者を懸念させています。

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

構成要素 / 有権者

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

上院議員は地元の問題を議論するために選挙区の有権者と会いました。

C1 noun /ˈɪnlɛt/

inlet

入り江

Meaning

A small arm of the sea, a lake, or a river; an opening or passage for entry.

Example

The boat entered a narrow inlet along the coast.

船は海岸沿いの狭い入り江に入った。

B1 adjective /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/

academic

学問的

Meaning

related to education, learning, or scholarly activities

Example

She has an outstanding academic record.

彼女は優れた学問的記録を持っています。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剣

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

騎士は城を守るために剣を抜いた。

C2 noun /ˈlætɪs/

lattice

格子構造

Meaning

A structure of crossed strips arranged in a grid or crisscross pattern.

Example

The garden was decorated with a wooden lattice covered in vines.

庭は、蔦で覆われた木製の格子構造で飾られていました。

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。

C2 noun /ˈlev.ɪ.ti/

Levity

軽薄さ; フリヴォリティ; 尊重の欠如

Meaning

humor or frivolity, especially the treatment of a serious matter with humor or in a manner lacking due respect

Example

The levity in the courtroom was inappropriate.

法廷での軽薄さは不適切でした。

C1 adjective ləˈθɑːrdʒɪk

lethargic

無気力

Meaning

Being inactive due to lack of physical or mental energy

Example

After a heavy meal, he felt lethargic and sleepy.

重い食事を取った後、彼は無気力で眠気を感じた。

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。

B2 verb /blɛnd/

blend

混ぜる

Meaning

to mix things together smoothly; to combine harmoniously

Example

She blends the ingredients carefully.

彼女は慎重に材料を混ぜます。

A2 noun /ˈɒbdʒɪkt/

object

物体

Meaning

a thing that can be seen and touched

Example

The table is an object in the room.

テーブルは部屋の中の物体です。

A1 noun /boʊt/

Boat

ボート

Meaning

a small vessel for traveling over water

Example

We took a small boat to cross the river.

私たちは川を渡るために小さなボートに乗りました。

B2 verb /stɪtʃ/

stitch

幸せ

Meaning

to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric

Example

She will stitch the torn dress carefully.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。

C1 noun /ɪˌreɡjəˈlærɪti/

irregularity

不規則性

Meaning

lack of regularity or consistency; a deviation from what is normal, expected, or orderly

Example

The audit revealed several financial irregularities in the company’s records.

監査により、その会社の記録にいくつかの財務上の不規則性が明らかになった。

C2 noun /ˈsætər/

satyr

幸せ

Meaning

a creature from Greek mythology depicted as a lustful being, often half-man and half-goat; by extension, a lecherous man

Example

In the museum mural, a satyr plays the panpipes while dancing in the woods.

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。

C1 noun ˌnɒn.kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən

non-cooperation

非協力

Meaning

The practice of refusing to cooperate, especially as a form of protest.

Example

The non-cooperation movement gained momentum.

非協力運動は勢いを得た。

B1 noun /seɪk/

Sake

目的; 理由;

Meaning

purpose or reason for doing something; benefit or interest

Example

She worked overtime for the sake of her family's future.

彼女は家族の未来のために残業しました。

C2 verb /kəˈlʌmnieɪt/

calumniate

中傷する

Meaning

To make false and damaging statements about someone; to slander.

Example

He was furious when he realized they had calumniated his reputation.

彼は、彼らが彼の評判を中傷したことに気づいたとき、怒っていました。

C1 noun /təˈnæs.ə.ti/

tenacity

粘り強さ

Meaning

Determination, persistence, and the quality of not giving up

Example

His tenacity in solving problems led to his success.

問題を解決するための彼の粘り強さが成功につながった。

C2 adjective /pɔːrˈtɛntəs/

portentous

前兆的な、重大な

Meaning

Giving a sign or warning that something, often bad or serious, is going to happen; or overly solemn and pompous.

Example

His portentous tone made everyone nervous about the news.

彼の前兆的な口調は、ニュースについて皆を不安にさせた。

A1 noun /ˈaʊər/

hour

Meaning

A period of time equal to 60 minutes.

Example

The meeting lasted for two hours.

C2 noun /miːd/

mead

ミード酒

Meaning

An alcoholic drink made from fermented honey and water.

Example

The Vikings were known to drink large amounts of mead during feasts.

ヴァイキングは宴会で大量のミードを飲むことで知られていました。

C2 adjective /ˈmiːli ˌmaʊðd/

mealy-mouthed

うわべだけの

Meaning

Unwilling to speak directly and honestly; insincere or evasive in speech.

Example

The manager gave a mealy-mouthed excuse instead of admitting the mistake.

マネージャーは間違いを認める代わりに、うわべだけの言い訳をしました。

C1 noun /əˈsæsɪn/

Assassin

暗殺者

Meaning

a person who murders an important person for political or religious reasons

Example

The president was protected from potential assassins by security guards.

大統領はセキュリティガードによって潜在的なアサシンから守られていた。

A2 verb /kɪd/

kid

冗談を言う

Meaning

to joke or tease; to speak in a playful manner

Example

I'm just kidding with you.

私はただあなたと冗談を言っているだけです。

C1 verb /ˈrevəl/

revel

楽しむ

Meaning

to enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way; to take great pleasure in

Example

They revel in their success.

彼らは成功を楽しんでいます。

C1 adjective /vəˈluː.mə.nəs/

voluminous

膨大, 広大, 巨大

Meaning

Occupying or containing much space; large in volume, in particular.

Example

The library contained a voluminous collection of books.

図書館には非常に大きな本のコレクションがありました。

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。

A2 noun/adjective /ˈekspɜːt/

expert

専門家

Meaning

a person who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a particular area

Example

He is an expert in computer programming.

彼はコンピュータプログラミングの専門家です。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈvɑːlvd/

involved

関与した

Meaning

complicated or engaged in something

Example

She was deeply involved in community service.

彼女は地域社会の奉仕活動に深く関与していた。

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。

C2 adjective /pruːˈdɛnʃəl/

prudential

慎重な

Meaning

involving or showing prudence, especially in financial or business matters

Example

The bank has set prudential rules to protect depositors.

銀行は預金者を保護するために慎重な規則を設定しました。

B1 adjective, preposition, noun /mɪd/

mid

中間

Meaning

being in the middle of something; the central part or point

Example

She joined the project in mid June.

彼女は6月中旬にそのプロジェクトに参加した。

B1 noun /twiːt/

Tweet

さえずり

Meaning

a short high-pitched sound made by a small bird; a post on Twitter

Example

I heard the sweet tweet of a sparrow this morning.

今朝、スズメの甘いツイートを聞きました。

C2 verb /rɪˈsɪnd/

rescind

取り消す

Meaning

to revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement

Example

The company decided to rescind the job offer.

その会社は仕事のオファーを取り消すことを決定しました。

B1 adjective /əˈɡrɛsɪv/

aggressive

攻撃的

Meaning

ready or likely to attack or confront; forceful

Example

The salesman used an aggressive strategy to close the deal.

営業マンは契約を結ぶために攻撃的な戦略を使用しました。

A1 noun /kiː/

Key

鍵

Meaning

a small piece of shaped metal used to operate a lock; something that provides a means of access

Example

She lost her house key and couldn't get inside until the locksmith arrived.

彼女は家の鍵を失くして、鍵屋が来るまで中に入れませんでした。

B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

許可 / 承認

Meaning

official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects

Example

The pilot received clearance to land the plane.

パイロットは着陸許可を受けました。

C2 adjective /ˈfraɪəbl/

friable

もろい

Meaning

Easily crumbled or reduced to powder.

Example

The old brick wall was friable and broke apart at a touch.

古いレンガの壁はもろく、触れると壊れました。

C2 adjective /ləˈkɒnɪk/

laconic

簡潔な

Meaning

using very few words; concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious

Example

His laconic reply ended the conversation quickly.

彼の簡潔な返答は会話を迅速に終わらせた。

A1 interjection /jɛə/

yeah

はい

Meaning

used to express agreement or affirmation

Example

Yeah, I’ll go to the store with you.

はい、私はあなたと一緒に店に行きます。

C2 noun /mjuːˈlætoʊ/

mulatto

混血の人（古くて攻撃的な言葉）

Meaning

an outdated and now offensive term historically used to describe a person of mixed white and Black ancestry

Example

The word 'mulatto' is now considered outdated and offensive.

'ムラット'という言葉は、現在では時代遅れで攻撃的だと見なされています。

B2 noun /ˈsɛsəmi sidz/

Sesame Seeds

ゴマの種

Meaning

small edible seeds from the sesame plant used in cooking and baking

Example

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the bread before baking.

パンの上にゴマの種を振りかけてから焼いてください。

C2 adjective /kəˈprɪʃəs/

capricious

気まぐれな

Meaning

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior

Example

The stock market can be capricious, shifting dramatically without warning.

株式市場は気まぐれで、予告なしに劇的に変動することがあります。

C2 adjective /pərˈsuːənt/

pursuant

に従って

Meaning

in accordance with or following something, especially a law or rule

Example

The decision was made pursuant to the regulations.

その決定は規則に従って行われました。

C2 adjective /ɪˈrɛfrəɡəbəl/

irrefragable

反論できない

Meaning

Impossible to refute, deny, or break

Example

The lawyer presented irrefragable evidence that proved his client’s innocence.

弁護士は彼のクライアントの無実を証明する反論できない証拠を提示しました。

C2 adjective /prəˈhɪbɪtɔːri/

prohibitory

禁止的な

Meaning

Serving or tending to prohibit or forbid.

Example

The prohibitory laws were strictly enforced in the region.

禁止的な法律は地域で厳しく適用された。

C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

魅了する

Meaning

To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.

Example

The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.

ダンサーの優雅な動きは観客を魅了しました。

C2 verb /ˈdɛpjʊˌtaɪz/

deputize

副職に任命する

Meaning

To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.

Example

The sheriff decided to deputize several locals to help maintain order.

保安官は秩序を維持するために数人の地元の人々を副職に任命することを決定しました。

B2 adjective /sə'spɪʃ.əs/

Suspicious

疑わしい; 不審な

Meaning

having or showing distrust; doubtful; questionable

Example

The police found his behavior very suspicious.

警察は彼の行動が非常に疑わしいと感じました。

C2 adjective /ˈhɔːrtətɔːri/

hortatory

Meaning

Intended to encourage or urge to action.

Example

The manager’s hortatory words inspired the team to work harder.

B1 adjective, noun /ˈroʊmən/

roman

ローマの / 古代ローマの市民

Meaning

relating to Rome or its people; a citizen of ancient Rome

Example

The Roman Empire influenced much of modern civilization.

ローマ帝国は現代文明に多大な影響を与えました。

C2 noun /ˌdaɪələˈtɪʃən/

dialectician

弁証法の専門家

Meaning

A person skilled in dialectic or logical argument.

Example

Socrates is often considered the greatest dialectician in history.

ソクラテスはしばしば歴史上最も偉大な弁証法の専門家と見なされます。

C2 verb /dɪsˈbɑːr/

disbar

弁護士を法曹界から正式に除外する

Meaning

to officially remove a lawyer from the legal profession

Example

The corrupt lawyer was disbarred for unethical conduct.

腐敗した弁護士は非倫理的な行動により除外されました。

C2 adjective /ˌæf.əˈrɪs.tɪk/

aphoristic

格言的スタイル

Meaning

expressed in the style of a short, witty saying

Example

Her writing style is concise and aphoristic.

彼女の執筆スタイルは簡潔で格言的です。

B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

スロークッカー

Meaning

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

Example

I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.

仕事に行く前にチキンと野菜をスロークッカーに入れました。

C1 noun /ˈkuːdɒs/

kudos

賛辞

Meaning

Praise and honor received for an achievement.

Example

She received kudos for her excellent performance.

彼女は素晴らしいパフォーマンスで賛辞を受けた。

B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

疲れさせる

Meaning

to tire out completely; to use up resources

Example

The long journey exhausted the children.

長い旅が子供たちを疲れさせた。

A2 adjective /ˈsʌn.i/

Sunny

晴れた; 楽観的な

Meaning

bright with sunlight; cheerful and optimistic

Example

It's a beautiful sunny day perfect for a picnic.

今日は素晴らしい晴れた日で、ピクニックに最適です。

C2 adjective /ˈspiːʃəs/

specious

見せかけの

Meaning

Superficially plausible but actually false; misleading in appearance.

Example

The politician’s argument was specious, sounding convincing but lacking real evidence.

その政治家の議論は見せかけのもので、説得力があるように見えたが、実際の証拠は欠けていた。

B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

生物

Meaning

a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce

Example

Every organism needs water to survive.

すべての生物は生き残るために水を必要とします。

A2 noun /æd/

ad

Meaning

a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event

Example

The company released a new ad for their smartphone.

会社はスマートフォンの新しい広告を公開しました。

B1 noun /ˈvɪn.ɪ.ɡər/

Vinegar

酢

Meaning

a sour liquid made from fermented alcohol, used for cooking and preserving

Example

I added vinegar to the salad dressing for extra flavor.

私はサラダドレッシングにビネガーを加えて、味を増しました。

A2 noun dɪˈvaɪs

device

デバイス, 装置, 機器

Meaning

A thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment.

Example

This device improves efficiency in data processing.

このデバイスはデータ処理の効率を改善します。

A2 noun /ˈbraʊzər/

browser

ブラウザー

Meaning

a software application for accessing information on the World Wide Web.

Example

I use a web browser to search for information online.

私はオンラインで情報を検索するためにウェブブラウザーを使用します。

B1 verb /ˈdoʊneɪt/

donate

寄付

Meaning

to give money, goods, or time to help others; to contribute

Example

She donates blood every three months.

彼女は毎月血液をドネートしています。

C2 adjective /ˈroʊziət/

roseate

バラ色の、楽観的な

Meaning

Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.

Example

She looked at the future with roseate optimism.

彼女はローズ色の楽観主義で未来を見ました。

C2 noun /ɡɑːrˈdiː.ni.ə/

Gardenia

クチナシ

Meaning

a white or yellow fragrant flower with waxy petals

Example

The gardenia bush produced beautiful white flowers with a lovely scent.

ガーデニアの茂みは美しい白い花を咲かせ、素敵な香りを放ちました。

C2 adjective /ˌmɛrəˈtrɪʃəs/

meretricious

虚偽的

Meaning

apparently attractive but having no real value or integrity.

Example

The design was flashy but meretricious.

デザインは華やかだったが、虚偽的だった。

C2 noun /ˈæn.dʒi.əʊ.plæs.ti/

angioplasty

血管を開くための医療手術で、心臓に血液を供給する血管が閉塞または狭窄している場合に行われます。

Meaning

A medical procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.

Example

Angioplasty is now safer with robotic assistance.

ロボット支援で、アンジオプラスティは現在より安全です。

B2 noun /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/

Fiancee

婚約者

Meaning

a woman who is engaged to be married

Example

John bought a beautiful engagement ring for his fiancee.

ジョンは彼の婚約者に美しい婚約指輪を買いました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/

resilient

回復力のある

Meaning

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Example

Resilient materials ensure durability.

回復力のある素材は耐久性を保証します。

A2 noun ədˈvɛnʧər

Adventure

冒険

Meaning

An unusual and exciting experience or activity that is typically bold and sometimes risky.

Example

Adventure travel is loved by thrill-seekers.

アドベンチャー旅行はスリルを求める人々に愛されています。

C1 verb /bɪˈlɪtl/

belittle

軽視する

Meaning

To make someone or something seem less important or less valuable.

Example

He often belittled his coworkers to feel superior.

彼はしばしば自分を優位に感じるために同僚を軽視していた。

C2 adjective /ˈsɑːdn/

sodden

ずぶぬれ

Meaning

thoroughly soaked or saturated with liquid

Example

His clothes were sodden after the heavy rain.

彼の服は激しい雨の後でずぶぬれになった。

C2 noun /haɪˈdrɒl.ɪ.sɪs/

hydrolysis

加水分解

Meaning

A chemical process that breaks down compounds by adding water, splitting complex molecules into simpler forms.

Example

Hydrolysis breaks down complex molecules into simpler forms.

加水分解は複雑な分子をより単純な形に分解します。

C1 noun /njʊəˈrəʊ.sɪs/

neurosis

神経症

Meaning

A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress.

Example

His neurosis made social interactions difficult.

彼の神経症は社会的な相互作用を困難にした。

A2 adjective /ˈmeɪdʒər/

major

重要な

Meaning

important, serious, or significant

Example

Climate change is a major concern for the world.

気候変動は世界にとって重大な懸念事項です。

B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

補助金

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

政府は価格を抑制するために燃料補助金を提供しています。

C1 noun /ˈswɪndlɚ/

swindler

詐欺師

Meaning

a person who cheats or deceives others for money or gain

Example

The police finally caught the notorious swindler.

警察はついに悪名高い詐欺師を捕まえた。

C1 noun /ˈdræm.ə.tɪst/

dramatist

劇作家

Meaning

a person who writes plays

Example

Shakespeare is one of the greatest dramatists in history.

シェイクスピアは歴史上最も偉大な劇作家の一人です。

A2 noun /ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

thinking

考え

Meaning

the process of considering or reasoning about something

Example

Her thinking was clear and precise.

彼女の考えは明確で正確でした。

C2 noun phrase /ˌhjuː ən ˈkraɪ/

hue and cry

大声の抗議

Meaning

A loud public outcry or protest, often demanding action.

Example

There was a hue and cry over the new policy changes.

新しい政策変更に対して、大声の抗議が起こった。

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。

A2 adjective /ˈriː.sənt/

Recent

最近の; 新しい; 現在の;

Meaning

happening not long ago; new; current;

Example

The recent changes in weather patterns concern scientists.

最近の天気の変化は科学者たちを心配させています。

C2 noun /ˈhænd ˌrɪŋɪŋ/

hand-wringing

過剰な心配

Meaning

excessive worry or concern expressed in a visible or dramatic way.

Example

There was much hand-wringing over the political crisis.

政治危機について多くの心配がありました。

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。

A2 noun /ˈloʊ.kəl/

Local

地域の; 地元の

Meaning

belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood; a person living in a particular area

Example

The local people are very friendly.

地元の人々はとても親切です。

B1 adjective, verb /əˈproʊpriət/ (adj), /əˈproʊprieɪt/ (verb)

appropriate

適切 / 取る

Meaning

suitable or proper in the circumstances (adj); to take something for one’s own use, often without permission (verb)

Example

Wearing formal clothes was appropriate for the ceremony.

フォーマルな服を着ることはその儀式には適切でした。

C1 adjective /pərˈtɜːrbd/

perturbed

動揺した

Meaning

feeling anxious, unsettled, or disturbed

Example

He looked perturbed after hearing the bad news.

悪いニュースを聞いた後、彼は動揺しているように見えました。

B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsəri/

nursery

保育園

Meaning

a room or place where young children are cared for

Example

She works in a nursery, taking care of infants.

彼女は保育園で働いており、赤ちゃんの世話をしています。

A2 preposition/conjunction/noun/adjective /plʌs/

plus

プラス/利点

Meaning

in addition to; a positive aspect or advantage

Example

She received an A plus on her exam.

彼女は試験でAプラスを取った。

A1 adjective /kloʊzd/

closed

閉じた

Meaning

not open; shut

Example

The store is closed on Fridays.

その店は金曜日に閉まっています。

C2 noun /ˈprɒsɪlaɪt/

proselyte

改宗者

Meaning

A person who has converted from one belief, opinion, or religion to another.

Example

She became a proselyte after converting to a new faith.

彼女は新しい信仰に改宗した後、改宗者になった。

C1 noun dɪˈtætʃ.mənt

detachment

切り離し

Meaning

The state of being objective or aloof; not being emotionally involved.

Example

Buddhist philosophy encourages detachment from material desires.

仏教哲学は物質的欲望からの分離を奨励します。

C2 noun /ˈkɒntrətɑː̃/

contretemps

予期しない対立

Meaning

an unexpected and unfortunate event or disagreement; a minor dispute

Example

There was a small contretemps between the two colleagues during the meeting.

会議中、二人の同僚の間で小さな予期しない対立がありました。

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 /kənˈkɒkt/

concoct

作る、考案する

Meaning

to make something, especially food or a story, by mixing or inventing

Example

He concocted a story to explain his absence.

彼は自分の不在を説明するために話を作り上げました。

B2 verb /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

simplify

簡単にする

Meaning

to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity

Example

The teacher simplified the complex equation for the students.

教師は生徒のために複雑な方程式を簡単にしました。

A2 noun /ˈɒm.lət/

Omelet

オムレツ

Meaning

a dish made from beaten eggs cooked in a frying pan and often folded around a filling

Example

She made a cheese omelet for breakfast.

彼女は朝食にチーズオムレツを作った。