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C2 adjective /ˌpɪkəˈjuːn/

picayune

ささいな, 些細な
Meaning
of little value or importance; trivial
Example
He complained about the picayune details of the contract.
彼は契約の些細な詳細について不平を言っていました。
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。
C2 noun /prəˈpɪŋkwɪti/

propinquity

近接
Meaning
the state of being close to someone or something; proximity
Example
The propinquity of their houses made them close friends.
彼らの家の近接は、彼らを親しい友人にした。
A1 noun /ˈpeɪ.pər/

paper

紙, ドキュメント, 研究論文
Meaning
A material manufactured in thin sheets from the pulp of wood or other fibrous substances, used for writing or printing on.
Example
The student submitted his research paper on artificial intelligence.
学生は人工知能に関する研究論文を提出しました。
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。
C2 noun /prəˈtɛktərət/

protectorate

保護国
Meaning
A state that is controlled and protected by another.
Example
The small country became a protectorate of the empire.
小さな国は帝国の保護国となった。
C2 adjective /ˌpɛntəˈveɪlənt/

pentavalent

五価
Meaning
Having a valence of five, especially in chemistry.
Example
Phosphorus can exist in a pentavalent state.
リンは五価の状態で存在することができます。
B1 noun /ˈprɛɡnənsi/

pregnancy

妊娠
Meaning
the condition of being pregnant; the period during which a woman carries a developing fetus
Example
Her pregnancy was carefully monitored by her doctor.
彼女の妊娠は慎重に医師によって監視されていました。
C2 noun /ˌpæliˈeɪʃən/

palliation

緩和
Meaning
relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem
Example
Palliation is often the focus of care for terminally ill patients.
緩和ケアは終末期の患者の治療において重要な焦点となります。
C1 noun /ˈpær.ə.saɪt/

Parasite

寄生虫
Meaning
an organism that lives on or in another organism and benefits at its expense; a person who depends on others
Example
The dog was treated for intestinal parasites.
犬は腸内寄生虫の治療を受けました。
B2 verb /pʌmp/

pump

ポンプする
Meaning
to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device
Example
They pumped water from the well into the tank.
彼らは井戸からタンクに水をポンプしました。
C1 adjective /ˈprɪvi/

privy

秘密の知識
Meaning
having access to secret or private knowledge
Example
She was privy to the confidential discussions.
彼女は機密の議論に通じていました。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈpæstərəl/

pastoral

田園の、牧羊者に関連する
Meaning
relating to the countryside, shepherds, or rural life; also relating to spiritual guidance by a pastor
Example
The painting had a calm pastoral scene with sheep grazing.
その絵画には羊が草を食べている静かな田園風景が描かれていた。
B1 noun /ˈpælɪs/

palace

宮殿
Meaning
a large and impressive building that is the official home of a king, queen, or other ruler
Example
The royal family lives in a magnificent palace.
王室は素晴らしい宮殿に住んでいます。
C2 noun ˈpɑː.stər.ə.lɪ.zəm

pastoralism

牧畜業, 草原放牧システム
Meaning
A form of animal husbandry where domesticated animals are released onto large vegetated outdoor lands for grazing.
Example
Pastoralism is a traditional way of managing livestock.
パストラリズムは伝統的な家畜管理方法です。
A1 noun /praɪs/

price

価格
Meaning
the amount of money expected, required, or given for something
Example
The price of the car has increased recently.
車の価格は最近上がりました。
A1 verb /pʊt/

put

置く
Meaning
to place something in a particular position; to move to a location
Example
Please put the book on the table.
本をテーブルに置いてください。
B2 noun /ˈprɑsɪˌkjuːtər/

prosecutor

検察官
Meaning
a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases
Example
The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime.
検察官は被告が犯罪を犯したと主張した。
C1 noun prɪˈsɪʒ.ən ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃər

precision agriculture

精密農業
Meaning
The technique of conducting agricultural work using advanced technology.
Example
Precision agriculture optimizes resource use and increases efficiency.
精密農業は資源の使用を最適化し、効率を向上させます。
C1 noun /ˈpæstər/

pastor

牧師
Meaning
a minister in charge of a Christian church or congregation
Example
The pastor delivered a heartfelt sermon on compassion.
牧師は思いやりのある説教をしました。
C2 noun /foʊˈtɑːmɪtri/

photometry

光測定学
Meaning
the science of measuring visible light in terms of its perceived brightness to human eyes
Example
Photometry helps in designing efficient lighting systems.
フォトメトリーは効率的な照明システムの設計に役立ちます。
B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

農薬
Meaning
A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.
畑に撒かれた農薬は有害な昆虫を殺しました。
B1 verb /ˈpʌblɪʃ/

publish

出版する
Meaning
to print and distribute books, magazines, etc.; to make information available
Example
The author will publish her new novel next month.
著者は来月新しい小説を出版します。
B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

余暇
Meaning
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
Example
Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.
読書は週末の彼女のお気に入りの余暇活動です。
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。
C1 noun /ˌfɪziˈɑːlədʒi/

physiology

生理学
Meaning
the scientific study of the functions and mechanisms in a living system
Example
She is majoring in human physiology at the university.
彼女は大学で人間の生理学を専攻しています。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈplɛntɪəs/

plenteous

豊富
Meaning
existing in great quantity; abundant
Example
The harvest was plenteous, providing enough food for the entire village.
収穫は豊富で、村全体に十分な食料を提供しました。
B1 noun /ˈpeɪstri/

pastry

ペストリー
Meaning
a baked food product made from flour, fat, and water, often sweet or savory
Example
I bought a box of fresh pastries for breakfast.
私は朝食のために新鮮なペストリーの箱を買いました。
C2 noun /ˈpeɪpəsi/

papacy

教皇職
Meaning
The office or authority of the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
The papacy played a significant role in medieval European politics.
教皇職は中世ヨーロッパの政治で重要な役割を果たした。
A2 noun ˈprəʊɡres

progress

進歩
Meaning
Forward or onward movement towards a destination or a more advanced state.
Example
Progress in recycling technologies can tackle pollution.
リサイクル技術の進展は、汚染に立ち向かうことができます。
C1 noun /ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks/

pediatrics

小児科
Meaning
the branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of children
Example
She decided to specialize in pediatrics after medical school.
彼女は医科大学を卒業後、小児科を専門にすることに決めました。
C2 verb /ˈpjuːtrɪfaɪ/

putrefy

腐敗する
Meaning
to decay or rot, producing a foul smell
Example
The meat began to putrefy in the heat.
肉は熱で腐り始めました。
B1 noun /piːtʃ/

Peach

ピーチ
Meaning
a soft round fruit with fuzzy skin, sweet flesh, and a large pit in the center
Example
The peach was perfectly ripe and juicy when I bit into it.
そのピーチは完璧に熟し、ジューシーで、かじるととても美味しかった。
C1 noun /ˈpɒpjʊləs/

populace

住民
Meaning
the general public; the ordinary people living in a country or area
Example
The new law was welcomed by the local populace.
新しい法律は地元の住民によって歓迎されました。
C1 noun/verb ˈpɪv.ət

pivot

戦略的変更、軸、プロセスの変更
Meaning
A significant change in business strategy or direction.
Example
The company decided to pivot its business strategy.
会社はビジネス戦略を変更する決定をしました。
B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

ペンネーム
Meaning
a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym
Example
Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.
マーク・トウェインはサミュエル・クレメンズのペンネームでした。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊɪt/

poet

詩人
Meaning
a person who writes poems
Example
The poet wrote about love and nature.
詩人は愛と自然について書いた。
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 noun /ˈpɜr.kwɪ.zɪt/

Perquisite

特典
Meaning
an additional benefit or privilege given to an employee beyond their regular salary; a special right or advantage
Example
Company car was one of the perquisites of his executive position.
会社の車は彼の役員職の特典のひとつだった。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

パイプライン
Meaning
a long tube through which liquids or gases are transported
Example
The company is building a new pipeline to transport natural gas.
その会社は天然ガスを輸送するための新しいパイプラインを建設しています。
B2 adjective + noun ˈpraɪməri əbˈdʒektɪv

primary objective

主要な目標
Meaning
The main goal or chief aim of an activity, project, or endeavor.
Example
The primary objective of the event was to promote recycling.
イベントの主要な目標はリサイクルの推進でした。
C2 noun /ˈplɔːdɪt/

plaudit

賞賛
Meaning
an expression of praise or approval
Example
The actor received plaudit for his outstanding performance.
俳優は彼の優れた演技に対して賞賛を受けました。
C1 noun /ˈprɒspɛktər/

prospector

鉱物探鉱者
Meaning
a person who searches for mineral deposits, especially gold
Example
The prospector spent years in the mountains searching for gold.
プロスペクターは金を探し続けるために山中で何年も過ごしました。
B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

規定
Meaning
A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.
Example
Provisions must align with public aspirations.
規定は公衆の期待と一致しなければならない。
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

熟練
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
彼の複数の言語における熟練度は素晴らしい。
C1 noun ˈpraʊ.es

prowess

腕前
Meaning
Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Example
Prowess in sports enhances team strength.
スポーツでの腕前はチームの力を高めます。
C1 noun pɔɪz

poise

自信と冷静
Meaning
Natural confidence and composure maintained under pressure.
Example
A good speaker maintains poise under pressure.
良いスピーカーはプレッシャーの中で冷静さを保ちます。
C2 noun /ˈpaʊ.waʊ/

powwow

インフォーマルミーティング
Meaning
an informal meeting or conference to discuss something
Example
The team held a quick powwow before the presentation.
チームはプレゼンテーションの前に迅速なインフォーマルミーティングを開催しました。
C1 adjective /ˈpeɪnzˌteɪkɪŋ/

painstaking

非常に注意深く
Meaning
Done with great care and thoroughness.
Example
The artist completed the project with painstaking detail.
アーティストは非常に注意深くプロジェクトを完了しました。
C1 verb /prɒd/

prod

突っつく
Meaning
to poke or push someone or something with a finger, foot, or pointed object
Example
She prodded him in the arm to get his attention.
彼女は彼の腕を突いて注意を引こうとした。
B1 noun /ˈprəʊ.tiːnz/

proteins

たんぱく質
Meaning
Large biomolecules consisting of amino acids that perform essential functions in living organisms, including building and repairing tissues.
Example
Lean meats and legumes provide high-quality proteins.
Lean meats and legumes provide high-quality proteins.
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。
C1 noun ˈpɛd.ə.ɡɒ.dʒi

pedagogy

教育学
Meaning
The method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept.
Example
Modern pedagogy focuses on student-centered learning.
現代の教育学は学生中心の学習に焦点を当てています。
C1 noun, adjective /ˌproʊlɪˈtɛəriən/

proletarian

プロレタリアン
Meaning
Relating to the working class, especially those who do not own property.
Example
The movement was rooted in proletarian struggles.
その運動はプロレタリアンの闘争に根ざしていた。
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。
C2 noun /ˌpɛntəˈhiːdrən/

pentahedron

ペンタヘドロン
Meaning
A solid geometric figure with five faces.
Example
In geometry class, the teacher explained the structure of a pentahedron.
幾何学の授業で、先生はペンタヘドロンの構造を説明しました。
C1 verb /ˈprɒpəɡeɪt/

propagate

Meaning
To spread or transmit an idea, belief, or information widely; also to reproduce in plants or animals.
Example
Scientists work to propagate the species in captivity.
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。
C1 noun /pəˈθɒlədʒi/

pathology

病理学
Meaning
the scientific study of diseases, their causes, processes, and effects on the body
Example
Advances in pathology helped the doctors identify the rare infection quickly.
病理学の進歩により、医師は珍しい感染症を迅速に特定できました。
C1 adjective /ˈpraɪ.məl/

primal

原始的, 基本的
Meaning
Relating to the earliest stage of development; essential or fundamental.
Example
Fear is one of the most primal emotions humans experience.
恐怖は人間が経験する最も原始的な感情の一つです。
A1 noun /piːˈɛm/

pm

Meaning
abbreviation for post meridiem; after midday
Example
The meeting is scheduled at 3 pm.
B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

政治的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to politics or government
Example
The country is politically divided between two major parties.
その国は二つの主要な政党の間で政治的に分裂しています。
B2 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

医師
Meaning
a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor
Example
The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.
医師はその状態を治療するために薬を処方しました。
B1 noun /pɑːm/

Palm

ヤシの木
Meaning
a tropical tree with fan-shaped leaves; fruit of the palm tree
Example
The palm tree produces sweet fruit that we enjoy eating.
ヤシの木は私たちが食べるのが好きな甘い果物を生産します。
C2 noun /ˈpɒm.əl/

pommel

剣や鞍の取っ手の丸い部分
Meaning
the rounded knob on the handle of a sword or saddle
Example
He gripped the sword firmly by the pommel.
彼は剣のポメルをしっかりと握った。
C1 noun /ˈpɒlɪɡlɒt/

polyglot

ポリグロット
Meaning
a person who knows and can use several languages
Example
She is a polyglot, fluent in English, Spanish, and Bengali.
彼女はポリグロットで、英語、スペイン語、ベンガル語に堪能です。
C1 noun /ˈpriːˌkɜrsər/

precursor

前兆
Meaning
Something or someone that comes before another and indicates the approach of something else.
Example
The steam engine was a precursor to modern trains.
蒸気機関車は現代の列車の前兆でした。
B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

非凡
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
チームはトーナメントで非凡な成功を収めました。
C1 adjective /ˈpent ʌp/

Pent-up

抑えられた; 制限された; 閉じ込められた
Meaning
suppressed; restrained; confined
Example
He had pent-up anger that finally exploded.
彼は抑えられた怒りを抱えており、最終的に爆発した。
B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

パントリー
Meaning
A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.
Example
She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.
彼女は今週のために新鮮な食料品でパントリーを満たしました。
C1 noun /ˈpɛndjələm/

pendulum

振り子
Meaning
A weight suspended from a pivot so that it swings freely, often used to regulate clocks.
Example
The pendulum swung back and forth inside the clock.
振り子は時計の中で前後に揺れていた。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːvd/

perceived

幸福
Meaning
to become aware of something through the senses or the mind; to understand or interpret
Example
She perceived a hint of sadness in his voice.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
C1 verb pɚˈpɛtʃ.u.eɪt

perpetuate

何かを継続的に運転させる、または長期間維持する
Meaning
To keep something continuously running or maintain it for a long time.
Example
The media can sometimes perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
メディアは時に有害なステレオタイプを永続させることがある。
A2 noun /ˈplænɪt/

Planet

惑星
Meaning
a celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star
Example
Mars is the fourth planet from the sun.
火星は太陽から数えて太陽系の4番目の惑星です。
C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrsənəbl/

personable

魅力的
Meaning
having a pleasant appearance and manner; attractive and friendly
Example
The new teacher is very personable and easy to talk to.
新しい先生はとても魅力的で話しやすいです。
C1 verb /ˈpɜːrkəleɪt/

percolate

Meaning
To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.
Example
The rainwater percolated through the soil into the groundwater.
C1 adjective /pəˈnɪnsjələr/

peninsular

半島のような
Meaning
Relating to or resembling a peninsula.
Example
The peninsular region is surrounded by water on three sides.
その半島のような地域は、三方向が水で囲まれています。
A2 adjective ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl

physical

物理的
Meaning
Relating to things perceived through the senses as opposed to the mind; tangible or concrete.
Example
Physical components form the system's base.
物理的なコンポーネントがシステムの基盤を形成します。
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。
C2 noun /ˈplætɪtjuːd/

platitude

陳腐な言葉
Meaning
a remark or statement that is overused and unoriginal
Example
He kept repeating the same platitudes during the speech.
彼はスピーチの中で同じプレティチュードを繰り返し続けた。
A2 verb /pʊl/

pull

引く
Meaning
to exert force to move something toward oneself; to drag or tug
Example
Please pull the door to open it.
ドアを開けるために引いてください。
C1 verb /pɛk/

Peck

ついばむ
Meaning
To strike or bite something with a beak; to eat in small bites.
Example
The hen began to peck at the grains scattered on the ground.
その雌鳥は地面に散らばった穀物をついばみ始めました。
C1 noun /ˈprɛəri/

prairie

草原
Meaning
A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.
Example
The bison roamed freely across the prairie.
バイソンは草原を自由に歩き回った。
C1 noun /ˌpɜːrspəˈreɪʃn/

perspiration

発汗
Meaning
The process of sweating.
Example
Heavy exercise causes perspiration.
激しい運動は発汗を引き起こします。
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。
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。
C1 noun /ˈpæs.ɪ.fɪst/

pacifist

平和主義者
Meaning
a person who believes in peace and opposes war or violence
Example
She is a committed pacifist who campaigns against armed conflict.
彼女は武力紛争に反対する活動を行っている熱心な平和主義者です。
C1 adjective /ˈpʌlməˌneri/

pulmonary

Meaning
relating to the lungs
Example
The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection.
B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

パンク
Meaning
a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes
Example
He’s always been into punk music and fashion.
彼はいつもパンク音楽とファッションに興味を持っている。
C1 adjective /pəˈroʊkiəl/

parochial

狭い
Meaning
Having a limited or narrow outlook; relating to a parish.
Example
His parochial view prevented him from understanding global issues.
彼の狭い視点は、彼が世界的な問題を理解するのを妨げました。
C2 adjective /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

penitential

悔い改めの
Meaning
Relating to or expressing penitence or penance.
Example
The priest delivered a penitential sermon on forgiveness.
司祭は許しに関する悔い改めの説教をしました。
C1 noun /pæŋ/

pang

突然の鋭い痛みまたは感情的苦痛
Meaning
a sudden sharp feeling of pain or emotional distress
Example
She felt a pang of guilt after the argument.
議論後、彼女は罪悪感のパンを感じた。
B2 noun /pɪt/

pit

穴
Meaning
a large hole in the ground or a hollow area
Example
The workers dug a deep pit to build the foundation.
労働者たちは基礎を作るために深い穴を掘った。
B1 noun /pɔːrk/

pork

幸せ
Meaning
the flesh of a pig used as food
Example
He doesn't eat pork for religious reasons.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈsaɪkiː/

psyche

魂 / 心
Meaning
the human soul, mind, or spirit
Example
The novel explores the depths of the human psyche.
その小説は人間の精神の深層を探求します。
B1 noun /'pʌmp.kɪn/

Pumpkin

カボチャ
Meaning
a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh
Example
We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin.
私たちは大きなカボチャからジャック・オー・ランタンを彫りました。
C1 adjective + noun ˌpaɪəˈnɪərɪŋ ˈmɪʃən

pioneering mission

先駆的なミッション
Meaning
A groundbreaking or innovative undertaking that leads the way in a particular field.
Example
Artemis is a pioneering mission in space exploration.
アルテミスは宇宙探査における先駆的なミッションです。
C2 adjective /pəˈrɒnɪməs/

paronymous

同義語
Meaning
Words that are derived from the same root or sound alike.
Example
The words 'effect' and 'effective' are paronymous.
‘Effect’ と ‘Effective’ は同義語です。
B1 adverb /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl.i/

Practically

実質的に; ほぼ; ほぼ
Meaning
in a practical manner; almost; nearly
Example
The project is practically finished.
そのプロジェクトはほぼ終わりました。
B1 noun /ˈpæsɪdʒ/

passage

狭い通路; 断片/引用; 一つの状態や場所から他の場所へ移動するプロセス
Meaning
a narrow way through or between; a section of text or music; the process of moving from one state or place to another
Example
The narrow passage led from the courtyard to the library.
狭い通路は中庭から図書館へと続いていた。
C2 adverb /pəˈfɔːs/

perforce

避けられない
Meaning
by necessity; inevitably
Example
He had to perforce accept the decision.
彼は避けられない形で決定を受け入れなければならなかった。
C1 adjective /prɪˈzʌmp.tʃu.əs/

presumptuous

生意気な
Meaning
Overconfident, rude, or taking liberties without permission.
Example
It was presumptuous of him to make that decision without consulting others.
他が他の人と相談せずにその決定を下したのは生意気だった。
C1 adjective /ˈpjuː.ni/

puny

弱い
Meaning
Small, weak, or insignificant.
Example
He felt puny compared to his stronger classmates.
彼は自分の強いクラスメートと比較して、自分が弱いと感じていました。
C1 verb /priːˈɛmpt/

preempt

予防する
Meaning
To take action in order to prevent something from happening; to take the place of something.
Example
The government acted quickly to preempt a financial crisis.
政府は迅速に行動し、金融危機を防ぎました。
C1 adjective /ˈpɒlɪtɪk/

politic

賢明な、慎重な
Meaning
shrewd, prudent, or tactful in practical matters
Example
It was politic of him to remain silent during the argument.
論争中に沈黙を守るのは賢明な判断だった。
C2 verb /pɜːrl/

purl

ささやくような音で流れる
Meaning
To knit with a purl stitch; to flow with a murmuring sound (as a stream).
Example
The brook purled softly through the meadow.
小川は草地を静かに流れた。
B1 adverb /ˈprɒpərli/

properly

適切に
Meaning
in the correct or suitable manner
Example
He performed the task properly to avoid mistakes.
彼は間違いを避けるために仕事を正しく行いました。
B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

粘り強さ
Meaning
the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Example
His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.
彼の粘り強さは最終的に報われ、仕事を得ることができました。
C1 adjective /ˈpæs.ə.bəl/

passable

受け入れ可能
Meaning
good enough to be accepted, though not excellent
Example
The road is barely passable after the storm.
嵐の後、道はかろうじて通行可能です。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

恵まれた
Meaning
having special advantages; favored; elite
Example
She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.
彼女は機会に恵まれた背景を持っている。
B2 verb /pæt/

pat

Meaning
to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval
Example
She gently patted the dog on its head.
B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

育児
Meaning
The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.
Example
Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.
効果的な育児は、子供たちが自信と独立心を育むのを助けます。
A2 adjective /ˈpriː.vi.əs/

Previous

前の
Meaning
occurring before in time or order; earlier; former
Example
I reviewed the previous chapter before starting the new one.
私は新しい章を始める前に前の章を復習しました。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神医学
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
彼女は精神疾患に苦しむ人々を助けるために精神医学を学ぶことを決めました。
C1 adjective prɪˈkeə.ri.əs

precarious

危険な
Meaning
Not securely held or in position; dependent on chance; uncertain.
Example
His financial situation is precarious.
彼の財政状況は危険な状態です。
B2 adjective /prəˈvɪʒənəl/

Provisional

仮の
Meaning
arranged for the present; temporary; subject to later confirmation
Example
The provisional agreement will be reviewed next month.
仮の合意は来月レビューされます。
B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

延長された
Meaning
Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.
Example
Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.
現代医療は寿命を延長しました。
A2 verb /prəˈvaɪd/

provide

提供する
Meaning
to give or supply something that is needed or wanted
Example
The teacher will provide extra materials for the students.
教師は学生に追加の資料を提供するでしょう。
C2 adjective /ˌpjuːsɪˈlænɪməs/

pusillanimous

臆病な
Meaning
showing a lack of courage or determination; timid
Example
The pusillanimous leader avoided making tough decisions.
臆病なリーダーは難しい決断を避けていた。