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C1 verb /ˈpoʊ.lə.raɪz/

polarize

極化する
Meaning
to divide or cause to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs
Example
The controversial decision polarized public opinion.
論争を呼んだ決定は世論を二つの対立する意見に分けた。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

抗議者
Meaning
a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration
Example
The protester spoke passionately about the cause.
抗議者はその原因について情熱的に話しました。
C1 adjective /ˈtæksɪŋ/

taxing

大変
Meaning
Requiring a lot of effort; physically or mentally demanding.
Example
Preparing for the exam was a taxing experience.
試験の準備は大変な経験でした。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈhoʊli/

Unholy

不浄な; 邪悪な; 不敬な
Meaning
wicked; sinful; profane
Example
The unholy alliance between the two companies caused public outrage.
その二つの会社の間の不浄な提携は、公共の怒りを引き起こしました。
B1 noun /prɪnt/

Print

印刷; マーク; 足跡;
Meaning
words, letters, or pictures produced on paper using a machine; a mark made by pressing something onto a surface
Example
The book is available in both digital and print versions.
その本はデジタル版と印刷版の両方で利用可能です。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɪstɪk/

mystic

神秘的な、精神的な探求者
Meaning
relating to mysteries, spirituality, or hidden truths; a person who seeks spiritual insight
Example
The mystic devoted his life to meditation and spiritual discovery.
その神秘的な探求者は瞑想と精神的発見に人生を捧げました。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

機密; 私的; 秘密として保持することを意図する
Meaning
secret; private; intended to be kept secret
Example
Please keep this information confidential.
この情報は機密として取り扱ってください。
A2 noun /ˈdaɪət/

diet

ダイエット
Meaning
the kinds of food that a person usually eats
Example
He follows a strict vegetarian diet.
彼は厳格なベジタリアンダイエットを実践しています。
B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvəns/

relevance

関連性
Meaning
the quality or state of being closely connected or appropriate
Example
The relevance of the information was clear to everyone.
情報の関連性はすべての人に明確でした。
C1 adjective /pəˈnʌltɪmət/

penultimate

最後から二番目
Meaning
second to the last in a sequence or series
Example
She finished the penultimate chapter before going to sleep.
彼女は寝る前に最後から二番目の章を終えた。
B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

完璧
Meaning
the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence
Example
The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.
アーティストは彼の絵画で完璧を達成するために何年も費やしました。
C2 adjective /ˌɛl.ɪˈmɑː.səˌnɛr.i/

eleemosynary

慈善的な
Meaning
Relating to charity; dependent on or supported by charity.
Example
The hospital was founded as an eleemosynary institution.
病院は慈善的な機関として設立されました。
C2 noun /ˈfʌŋkʃəˌnɛri/

functionary

職員
Meaning
a person who has official duties in an organization, especially one with little authority
Example
The minor functionary was responsible for filing reports.
その下級職員はレポートの提出を担当していました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːdəbl/

unreadable

読めない
Meaning
not able to be read or understood clearly; illegible
Example
The doctor’s handwriting was completely unreadable.
医者の字は完全に読めなかった。
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

性的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
その映画は若い観客には過度に性的に露骨だと見なされました。
B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

instruction

指示
Meaning
Detailed information telling how something should be done or operated.
Example
Please read the instruction carefully before using the machine.
機械を使用する前に指示をよく読んでください。
B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

仮定
Meaning
a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition
Example
His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.
天気に関する彼の仮定は間違っていることが証明されました。
C2 verb /ˈwɪn.oʊ/

winnow

選別する；もみ殻から穀物を分ける
Meaning
to remove the less desirable parts from a group; originally, to separate grain from chaff by blowing air
Example
The committee will winnow the list of applicants to ten finalists.
委員会は応募者のリストを10人のファイナリストに絞り込む予定です。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

隣接した; 近接した; 隣国の
Meaning
situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering
Example
We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.
私たちは貿易のために隣国をよく訪れます。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

傾向がある
Meaning
having a tendency or disposition toward something
Example
He is inclined to help those in need.
彼は困っている人々を助ける傾向がある。
C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrməns/

conformance

適合性
Meaning
The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.
Example
The product was tested for conformance with safety standards.
製品は安全基準に対する適合性がテストされました。
C2 adjective /ˈfiːbraɪl/

febrile

発熱の、興奮した
Meaning
having or showing the symptoms of a fever; or highly excitable or agitated
Example
The patient was in a febrile state with high temperature.
患者は高い温度の熱の状態にありました。
B1 noun /ˈpiː.nʌt/

Peanut

ピーナッツ
Meaning
an edible seed that grows underground and is commonly eaten as a snack or used in cooking
Example
Roasted peanuts are a popular snack in many countries.
ローストピーナッツは多くの国で人気のあるスナックです。
C2 noun /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/

ecclesiastic

教会の
Meaning
A member of the clergy or church official.
Example
The council was attended by several high-ranking ecclesiastics.
その会議には数人の高位の教会役員が出席しました。
C2 verb /kəˈnoʊt/

connote

示唆する
Meaning
To suggest or imply an additional meaning beyond the literal one.
Example
The word 'youthful' connotes energy and vitality.
「若々しい」という言葉はエネルギーと活力を示唆します。
B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

フルート
Meaning
a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end
Example
He played a sweet melody on his flute.
彼は自分のフルートで甘いメロディーを演奏しました。
A2 noun /treɪ/

Tray

トレイ
Meaning
a flat, shallow container with a raised rim, used for carrying, holding, or displaying articles
Example
She carried the cups on a wooden tray.
彼女は木製のトレイでカップを運びました。
B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

暗号通貨
Meaning
Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.
Example
Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.
ビットコインは市場で最も人気のある暗号通貨です。
C2 noun /ˈpɒl.i.mæθ/

polymath

博識者
Meaning
a person with knowledge of many different subjects
Example
Leonardo da Vinci was a true polymath, excelling in art, science, and engineering.
レオナルド・ダ・ヴィンチは、芸術、科学、工学において優れた博識者でした。
B2 noun /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

定住; 合意
Meaning
a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute
Example
The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.
初期の定住地は川の近くに建設され、水を簡単に取り入れるようにされていました。
B2 noun /ˌnəʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

notification

通知
Meaning
an official or formal notice or message informing someone of something; an alert delivered by a system or device
Example
You will receive a notification when your application is approved.
申請が承認されると通知が届きます。
C2 verb /boʊd/

bode

予兆する
Meaning
to be an omen of a particular outcome, often something bad
Example
The dark clouds bode a heavy storm.
暗い雲は激しい嵐を予兆しています。
C2 noun /ˈjuːnɪvəˌlɛns/

univalence

単価性
Meaning
The state of having a single valence or combining power, especially in chemistry.
Example
Hydrogen is characterized by its univalence in chemical reactions.
水素は化学反応においてその単価性によって特徴づけられています。
C2 adjective /pʌɡˈneɪʃəs/

pugnacious

好戦的な
Meaning
Having a quarrelsome or combative nature; eager to fight.
Example
His pugnacious attitude often got him into trouble.
彼の好戦的な態度はしばしば彼を困難に陥れました。
C1 adjective /kənˈɡrɛʃənl/

congressional

議会の
Meaning
relating to a congress, especially the US Congress
Example
The bill received strong congressional support.
その法案は強力な議会の支持を得た。
A2 verb /riːtʃ/

reach

到達する
Meaning
to arrive at a destination; to extend one's arm to touch something
Example
We will reach the station in ten minutes.
私たちは10分以内に駅に到着します。
C1 verb /kənˈvɜːrdʒ/

converge

合流する
Meaning
to come together from different directions; to meet at a point
Example
The roads converge at the city center.
道路は市の中心で合流します。
B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

向上
Meaning
An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.
Example
Enhancement of education quality is vital.
教育の質の向上は非常に重要です。
C2 verb /ˈlæs.ə.reɪt/

lacerate

裂ける、引き裂く
Meaning
to tear or cut deeply in the skin or flesh
Example
The broken glass lacerated his hand.
壊れたガラスが彼の手を切った。
C1 noun /ˈklæmər/

clamor

騒音
Meaning
a loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting insistently
Example
The clamor of the protesting crowd filled the square.
抗議する群衆の騒音が広場を埋め尽くした。
B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

論争; 意見の対立
Meaning
prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints
Example
The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.
新しい政策は市民の間で大きな論争を引き起こしました。
A2 verb /ˈhɜːri/

hurry

急ぐ
Meaning
to move or act with great speed; to rush
Example
We need to hurry or we'll be late.
急がないと遅れちゃうよ。
C1 adjective /ˈfuːlpruːf/

foolproof

失敗しない
Meaning
Designed to be very easy to use or understand, leaving no possibility of failure or error.
Example
The new software has a foolproof installation process.
新しいソフトウェアには失敗しないインストールプロセスがあります。
C1 noun /rɪˈvɜːrʒən/

reversion

逆転
Meaning
the act of returning to a previous state or condition
Example
The new policy marked a reversion to traditional methods.
新しい政策は伝統的な方法への逆転を意味しました。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.trəˈspek.ʃən/

introspection

内省
Meaning
The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes; self-reflection.
Example
Through introspection, she gained insight into her emotions.
内省を通じて、彼女は自分の感情に対する深い洞察を得ました。
B1 noun /ˈpɔɪ.zən/

Poison

毒
Meaning
a substance that is capable of causing death or illness
Example
The snake's bite contains deadly poison.
蛇の咬傷には致命的な毒が含まれている。
A1 noun /tə'meɪ.toʊ/

Tomato

トマト
Meaning
a red or yellow edible fruit that is typically eaten as a vegetable
Example
She added fresh tomatoes to the salad.
彼女はサラダに新鮮なトマトを加えました。
C1 noun /ˈɛpɪˌlɔːɡ/

epilogue

エピローグ
Meaning
A section at the end of a book, play, or speech that serves as a conclusion.
Example
The author included an epilogue to explain what happened to the characters later.
著者は登場人物たちのその後について説明するためにエピローグを追加しました。
B2 noun /ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Violation

違反; ルール違反
Meaning
the action of violating someone or something; the action of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or formal agreement
Example
The company was fined for violation of environmental regulations.
その会社は環境規制違反で罰金を科せられました。
C2 noun /ˈætəvɪzəm/

atavism

先祖返り
Meaning
The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.
Example
The scientist noted atavism in the child’s physical features.
科学者は子供の身体的特徴に先祖返りを観察しました。
B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

ツバメ
Meaning
a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail
Example
The swallow built its nest under the roof.
ツバメは屋根の下に巣を作りました。
B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

消極的な; ためらう; 何かをすることに抵抗がある;
Meaning
unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;
Example
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
彼女は個人情報を共有することに消極的でした。
A2 noun /stɛp/

step

Meaning
a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position
Example
She took a step towards the door.
C1 verb kəˈrɒb.ə.reɪt

corroborate

確認する
Meaning
Confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.
Example
The witness corroborated the defendant's testimony.
証人は被告の証言を裏付けました。
C2 adjective /ˈrɛstɪv/

restive

落ち着かない
Meaning
unable to stay still or silent; restless and impatient
Example
The crowd grew restive as they waited for the concert to begin.
コンサートが始まるのを待っている間、観客は落ち着かなくなった。
B2 adjective /ˈfɛmənɪn/

feminine

女性的
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with women; feminine in nature
Example
She has a very feminine style of dressing.
彼女はとても女性的な服装スタイルを持っています。
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。
C2 verb /voʊˈsɪfəˌreɪt/

vociferate

大声で抗議する
Meaning
to shout, complain, or argue loudly or vehemently
Example
The protesters vociferated against the unfair law.
抗議者たちは不公平な法律に反対して声高に叫んだ。
B2 noun /ˈsleɪvəri/

slavery

Meaning
the system or state of being owned and forced to work for someone else
Example
Slavery was abolished in most countries in the 19th century.
C2 verb ˈlev.ɪ.teɪ.tɪŋ

levitating

浮遊
Meaning
Rising and hovering in the air, especially as a result of supernatural or magical power.
Example
The levitating structure is an engineering marvel.
その浮遊する構造は工学の驚異です。
C1 noun ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl̩ ˈkɒmpɪtənsi

indispensable competency

不可欠な能力
Meaning
Essential skill or ability that cannot be done without; a crucial capability that is absolutely necessary.
Example
Digital literacy is an indispensable competency in the 21st century.
デジタルリテラシーは21世紀のインディスペンセブルなコンピテンスです。
C1 adjective /ˈlaɪf.laɪk/

lifelike

リアルに似ている
Meaning
Very similar to a real person, object, or scene; realistic.
Example
The wax figure was so lifelike that people thought it was a real person.
その蝋人形は非常にリアルに似ていて、人々はそれが本物の人物だと思った。
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。
B1 verb /ˈedɪt/

edit

編集する
Meaning
to make changes to improve or correct something
Example
I need to edit this document before submission.
この文書を提出前に編集する必要があります。
C2 verb /əˈnɔɪnt/

anoint

油を塗る, 祝福する
Meaning
To smear or rub with oil, often as part of a religious ceremony or as a sign of consecration.
Example
The priest anointed the king with holy oil.
神父は聖油で王を塗りました。
C2 adjective /ˌɛlɪˈfæntaɪn/

elephantine

象のような
Meaning
Huge, clumsy, or resembling an elephant in size or movement.
Example
The man moved with an elephantine grace.
その男はエレファンタインの優雅さで動いた。
C1 adjective /ˈɡɪdi/

giddy

目眩, とても興奮している
Meaning
Feeling dizzy or light-headed; also overly excited and frivolous.
Example
She felt giddy after spinning around so many times.
彼女は何度も回った後、目が回った。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːrd.ʃɪp/

Hardship

困難、苦難
Meaning
severe suffering or privation; difficulty or distress
Example
Despite facing many hardships during the war, the family remained united and hopeful.
戦争中に多くの困難に直面したにもかかわらず、家族は団結して希望に満ちていました。
C2 adjective /ˈmɛtəlˌsʌm/

mettlesome

勇敢な
Meaning
Full of courage and spirit; lively and spirited.
Example
The mettlesome young rider never backed down from a challenge.
その勇敢な若い騎手は挑戦から決して後退しなかった。
A1 number /ˈfɔːrti/

forty

幸せ
Meaning
the number 40; ten times four
Example
She celebrated her forty years of life with a big party.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkæni/

uncanny

不気味
Meaning
Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way.
Example
She has an uncanny ability to predict the future.
彼女は未来を予測する不気味な能力を持っている。
C2 noun /ˈsɜːrtɪˌtjuːd/

certitude

確信
Meaning
Absolute certainty or conviction about something.
Example
She spoke with certitude about the outcome of the case.
彼女は事件の結果について確信を持って話しました。
C2 noun/verb /ɡəˈfɔː/

guffaw

大笑い
Meaning
a loud and boisterous laugh
Example
The audience guffawed at the comedian’s joke.
観客はコメディアンのジョークに大笑いしました。
B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源する
Meaning
to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce
Example
The tradition originated in ancient times.
その伝統は古代の時代に起源を持っています。
C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.tər/

Orator

演説家
Meaning
a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled in speaking
Example
The famous orator delivered an inspiring speech.
有名な演説家が感動的なスピーチを行った。
C1 adjective /ˈsɜːrpənˌtiːn/

serpentine

蛇行の
Meaning
Having the shape, movement, or qualities of a serpent; winding or twisting.
Example
The road took a serpentine path through the mountains.
その道は山を通り、蛇行する道を取った。
A2 noun /ˈvɪzɪtər/

visitor

訪問者
Meaning
a person who goes to see a place or someone for a short time
Example
The museum had many visitors last weekend.
博物館には先週末、多くの訪問者がいました。
B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

将来性のある
Meaning
likely or expected to happen in the future; potential
Example
The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.
その会社は来週、将来性のあるクライアントと会う予定です。
B2 noun /ˈpleɪˌɔːf/

playoff

チャンピオン決定戦
Meaning
a series of games played to determine a champion among top teams
Example
The team qualified for the playoffs after a strong season.
チームは強いシーズン後にプレーオフに進出しました。
C1 noun /ˈfɛərˌɡraʊndz/

fairgrounds

見本市会場
Meaning
A designated area where fairs, exhibitions, and amusement events are held
Example
The town set up rides and stalls at the fairgrounds for the annual festival.
町は年次祭のために見本市会場に乗り物と屋台を設置した。
C1 noun /ˈrʌmpəs/

Rumpus

騒動; 混乱; 騒音
Meaning
a noisy disturbance; an uproar or commotion
Example
The children caused quite a rumpus in the playground.
子供たちは遊び場でかなりの騒動を引き起こしました。
B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

計画 / 陰謀
Meaning
a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest
Example
They devised a scheme to cheat investors.
彼らは投資家をだますために計画を立てました。
B1 verb /skriːm/

scream

叫ぶ
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched sound, usually because of fear, pain, or excitement
Example
She screamed when she saw the spider.
彼女はクモを見て叫びました。
C2 noun /ˈpɛdɪmənt/

pediment

三角形のペディメント
Meaning
a triangular gable found above the horizontal structure of a building, often in classical architecture
Example
The ancient temple had a pediment decorated with sculptures.
古代の寺院には彫刻で飾られたペディメントがありました。
B2 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

原子
Meaning
relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small
Example
The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.
水素の原子構造は最も単純です。
A1 noun /bæk/

Back

背中
Meaning
the rear surface of the human body from the shoulders to the hips; the spine
Example
She hurt her back while lifting heavy boxes.
彼女は重い箱を持ち上げているときに背中を痛めました。
B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Meaning
as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal
Example
The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.
B2 adjective /juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

Unanimous

全会一致
Meaning
fully in agreement; shared by all
Example
The committee reached a unanimous decision.
委員会は全会一致の決定を下しました。
C1 adverb /ˈhɒtli/

hotly

激しく
Meaning
in an intense, angry, or passionate way
Example
She hotly denied the accusations.
彼女はその告発を激しく否定した。
A1 noun /speɪs/

space

空間
Meaning
The dimensions of height, depth, and width within which all things exist and move.
Example
Space exploration expands human knowledge.
宇宙探査は人類の知識を広げます。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

重要でない
Meaning
Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.
Example
The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.
そのコストは重要でなく、誰もそれに気づかなかった。
B2 noun /ˈflɒrɪst/

florist

花屋
Meaning
A person who sells and arranges flowers.
Example
We bought a bouquet from the local florist.
私たちは地元の花屋から花束を買いました。
A2 noun /ˈkʊki/

cookie

クッキー
Meaning
a small sweet baked food, usually with flour, sugar, and butter
Example
She offered me a chocolate chip cookie.
彼女は私にチョコチップクッキーをくれました。
C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈækt/

counteract

反作用
Meaning
to act against something in order to reduce its effect
Example
The medicine helps counteract the side effects of the treatment.
その薬は治療の副作用をカウンターアクトするのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈræŋkɪŋ/

ranking

ランキング
Meaning
a position in a list or hierarchy, especially in terms of performance or importance
Example
His ranking in the competition improved after each round.
彼の競技でのランキングは、各ラウンド後に向上しました。
C2 adjective /ˈvælərəs/

valorous

勇敢な
Meaning
showing great courage and bravery
Example
The valorous soldier led his troop into battle without hesitation.
勇敢な兵士はためらうことなく部隊を戦いに導いた。
B2 noun /ˈpɛbl/

pebble

小石
Meaning
a small smooth stone found on beaches or rivers
Example
He threw a pebble into the pond and watched the ripples.
彼は小石を池に投げ入れて、波を見ていました。
B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

オークション
Meaning
a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder
Example
The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.
アンティーク家具は先週末のオークションで売られました。
C2 noun /ˈtʃɜː.nɪŋ stɪk/

Churning stick

バターバトン
Meaning
a wooden stick used for stirring and churning butter, milk, or other liquids
Example
Grandmother used a churning stick to make fresh butter.
おばあさんは新鮮なバターを作るためにチャーニングスティックを使いました。
A2 adjective /ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl/

digital

デジタル
Meaning
Relating to, using, or storing data or information in the form of digital signals; involving or relating to the use of computer technology.
Example
The world is shifting towards a digital economy.
世界はデジタル経済に向かっています。
C2 adjective /sɪˈdɪʃəs/

seditious

扇動的
Meaning
Encouraging rebellion against authority.
Example
The activist spread seditious pamphlets among the crowd.
活動家は群衆の中で扇動的なパンフレットを配布しました。
C2 noun /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/

quisling

裏切り者
Meaning
A traitor who collaborates with an enemy force occupying their country.
Example
During the war, he was branded a quisling for aiding the invaders.
戦争中、彼は侵略者を助けたため、クイズリングとしてレッテルを貼られました。
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。
C2 adjective /ˌkloʊs ˈhɔːld/

close-hauled

風上に最も近い帆走
Meaning
of a sailing ship, sailing as nearly as possible towards the direction from which the wind is blowing.
Example
The yacht was close-hauled as it cut through the waves.
ヨットは波を切りながら風上に近い方向で進んでいた。
C2 noun /ˌdɪpsəˈmeɪniæk/

dipsomaniac

アルコール中毒者
Meaning
A person with an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic drinks.
Example
The novel portrayed the tragic downfall of a dipsomaniac who lost everything to alcohol.
その小説はアルコールに全てを失ったアルコール中毒者の悲劇的な転落を描いています。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɛpt/

inept

不器用
Meaning
lacking skill or ability; clumsy or incompetent
Example
His inept handling of the situation made it worse.
彼の不器用な状況の対処が状況を悪化させた。
A2 noun /ʃɪp/

Ship

船
Meaning
a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas
Example
The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.
貨物船は夜明けに港を出発しました。
C2 noun /ˌæk.wiˈes.əns/

acquiescence

黙示的同意
Meaning
The reluctant acceptance of something without protest.
Example
His silent acquiescence to unfair rules was surprising.
不公平なルールへの彼の黙示的な同意は驚くべきものでした。
C2 adjective /ˈhɛtərəˌdɒks/

heterodox

異端
Meaning
not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
Example
The professor was known for his heterodox views on religion.
教授は宗教についての異端的な見解で知られていました。
C1 noun ˈsʌs.tɪ.nəns

Sustenance

生存のための食物または支援
Meaning
Food or support necessary for sustaining life
Example
Water is essential for human sustenance.
水は人間の生存に欠かせない。
B1 noun ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ

charging

充電
Meaning
The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.
Example
Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities.
電気自動車の充電ステーションは都市で増えています。
B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

肌の色
Meaning
the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face
Example
Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.
彼女の明るい肌は朝の光の中で美しく輝いていました。
C1 noun ˈlaɪv.li.hʊd

livelihood

生計
Meaning
A means of securing the necessities of life; a way of making a living.
Example
Fishing is the primary livelihood of coastal communities.
漁業は沿岸地域の主な生計手段です。
B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/

magnetic

磁気
Meaning
having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way
Example
The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation.
地球の磁場は有害な太陽放射から私たちを守ります。
A1 noun, verb /ˈiː.meɪl/

e-mail

電子メール
Meaning
messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to another
Example
I sent an e-mail to my professor yesterday.
私は昨日、教授に電子メールを送りました。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊtˈspoʊkən/

Outspoken

率直
Meaning
frank; speaking directly
Example
She is known for being outspoken about social issues.
彼女は社会問題について率直に話すことで知られています。
C2 noun /friːz/

frieze

フリーズ
Meaning
a decorative horizontal band, often sculpted or painted, usually on a wall near the ceiling
Example
The frieze above the entrance depicts scenes from ancient mythology.
入口上のフリーズは古代神話のシーンを描いています。
A2 adjective ˈæv.ər.ɪdʒ

average

平均
Meaning
A number expressing the central or typical value in a set of data; constituting the result obtained by adding together several amounts and then dividing this total by the number of amounts.
Example
The average score reflects overall performance.
平均スコアは全体的なパフォーマンスを反映します。
B2 verb /dreɪn/

drain

Meaning
to cause liquid to flow away from something; to remove liquid
Example
He drained the pasta before adding the sauce.
C1 adjective ʌnˈjiːl.dɪŋ

unyielding

揺るぎないまたは堅い
Meaning
Not easily broken or giving in to pressure.
Example
Her unyielding determination helped her overcome all challenges.
彼女の揺るぎない決意が彼女をすべての挑戦を乗り越えさせました。
B1 noun /ˈpɒlɪtɪks/

politics

政治
Meaning
activities related to the governance of a country or area, especially the debate between parties having power
Example
Politics often involves making difficult decisions.
政治はしばしば難しい決定を下すことを伴います。