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C1 adjective /ˈpɒs.tʃə.məs/

Posthumous

死後
Meaning
occurring or continuing after death; published after the author's death
Example
The author received a posthumous award for his last novel.
作者は最後の小説に対して死後の賞を受け取りました。
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。
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。
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 verb /ˈpʌlseɪt/

pulsate

脈動する
Meaning
to expand and contract rhythmically; to throb or beat
Example
The neon lights pulsated with a steady rhythm.
ネオンのライトは一定のリズムで脈打っていた。
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。
C2 verb /ˈpʌlvəraɪz/

pulverize

粉砕する
Meaning
To crush or grind something into a fine powder; to completely defeat or destroy.
Example
The machine can pulverize stones into dust.
その機械は石を粉々にすることができます。
A2 noun pəˈzɪʃ.ən

position

位置
Meaning
A particular way in which someone or something is placed or arranged.
Example
The team's position reflects consistent performance.
チームの位置は一貫したパフォーマンスを反映しています。
C1 adjective /ˈper.ɪ.ləs/

perilous

危険な, 危ない, 不安定な
Meaning
Full of danger or risk; hazardous and threatening.
Example
The explorers took a perilous journey.
探検家たちは危険な旅をしました。
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。
A2 noun /pəˈluː.ʃən/

pollution

汚染
Meaning
The presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance which has harmful or poisonous effects.
Example
Industrial pollution harms marine life.
産業汚染は海洋生物に害を及ぼします。
C2 adjective /pərˈspɪkjuəs/

perspicuous

明確
Meaning
Clearly expressed and easily understood; lucid.
Example
The teacher gave a perspicuous explanation of the theory.
先生は理論について明確な説明をしました。
C1 noun /ˌplɔː.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

plausibility

信頼性
Meaning
The quality of being reasonable or probable.
Example
The plausibility of his explanation convinced the jury.
彼の説明の信頼性は陪審員を納得させました。
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。
A1 noun /ˈpɛnsəl/

pencil

Meaning
an instrument for writing or drawing, typically made of wood with a graphite core
Example
He drew a picture with a pencil.
B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

大統領に関連する
Meaning
relating to a president or presidency
Example
The presidential election is scheduled for next month.
大統領選挙は来月に予定されています。
C1 noun /ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/

plumage

羽毛
Meaning
the feathers covering a bird's body
Example
The peacock's plumage was vibrant and eye-catching.
クジャクの羽毛は鮮やかで目を引いた。
C1 noun /fɪˈziːk/

physique

体格
Meaning
the form, size, and development of a person's body
Example
He has an athletic physique due to years of training.
彼は長年のトレーニングでアスリートのような体格を持っています。
B1 noun praɪd

pride

誇り
Meaning
A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements or from achievements associated with one.
Example
Victory Day fills our hearts with pride.
勝利の日は私たちの心を誇りで満たします。
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 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。
A2 noun /pəˈliːsmən/

policeman

警察官
Meaning
a man whose job is to enforce the law and keep public order
Example
The policeman directed the traffic at the intersection.
警察官は交差点で交通を指導しました。
C2 noun /ˈpɛdəˌɡɒɡ/

pedagogue

教師
Meaning
a teacher, especially a strict or formal one
Example
The old pedagogue insisted on discipline in the classroom.
その古い教育者は教室で規律を強調しました。
B1 noun ˈpeɪʃəns

patience

忍耐
Meaning
The capacity to accept or tolerate delay, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious
Example
Patience is essential when chasing big goals.
大きな目標を追いかけるときには忍耐が必要です。
C2 noun /ˈfoʊ.nə.ɡræm/

phonogram

音声記号
Meaning
a written symbol representing a speech sound
Example
The teacher showed how each phonogram represents a particular sound.
教師は、各フォノグラムが特定の音を表す方法を示しました。
A2 noun /ˌpɒsəˈbɪləti/

possibility

可能性
Meaning
something that may happen or be the case; a chance that something exists or might occur
Example
There is a strong possibility of rain tomorrow.
明日は雨の強い可能性があります。
C2 noun /ˈpɪərɪdʒ/

peerage

貴族階級
Meaning
the title or rank of a peer; the nobility as a group
Example
He was elevated to the peerage by the king.
彼は王によって貴族階級に昇進しました。
C2 noun/adjective /prɪˈsɪpɪtənt/

precipitant

沈殿剤
Meaning
As a noun: a substance that causes a substance to be deposited from a solution; as an adjective: acting hastily or impulsively.
Example
The chemist added a precipitant to the solution to observe the reaction.
化学者は反応を観察するために溶液に沈殿剤を加えました。
C1 noun /ˈpɪt.fɔːl/

pitfall

落とし穴, 障害
Meaning
a hidden or unexpected danger or difficulty
Example
Investors must be aware of the pitfalls of the market.
投資家は市場の落とし穴に注意する必要があります。
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。
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。
C2 noun /pɛlf/

pelf

不正な金
Meaning
Money, especially when gained dishonorably.
Example
The corrupt official was motivated only by pelf.
腐敗した公務員は不正な金でしか動機づけられなかった。
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

情熱
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
音楽への情熱が彼女をプロの歌手に導いた。
C1 adjective /ˈprɪnsəpəld/

principled

原則を守る
Meaning
acting in accordance with moral or ethical standards
Example
He is a principled leader who always puts honesty first.
彼は原則を守るリーダーで、いつも正直を最優先にします。
C2 adjective /ˈpjʊəraɪl/

puerile

幼稚な
Meaning
childishly silly or immature
Example
His puerile jokes annoyed the audience.
彼の幼稚な冗談は観客をうんざりさせた。
C2 adjective /pəˈluːsɪd/

pellucid

透明
Meaning
Transparently clear; easy to understand.
Example
The lake water was so pellucid that you could see the stones at the bottom.
湖の水はとても透明で、底の石まで見えるほどでした。
A2 noun /ˈprəʊɡræm/

program

プログラム
Meaning
a planned series of events or activities
Example
The program starts at 9 AM sharp.
プログラムは午前9時に正確に始まります。
C2 adjective /ˈpɔːrtli/

portly

ぽっちゃり
Meaning
Having a stout or somewhat fat body, often implying dignity or authority.
Example
The portly man entered the room with confidence.
ぽっちゃりな男性は自信を持って部屋に入った。
B2 noun /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

プランテーション
Meaning
a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes
Example
The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.
サトウキビのプランテーションは谷を越えて数マイルも広がっていました。
C2 noun /ˈprɛləsi/

prelacy

教会制度
Meaning
The office, dignity, or system of church government by prelates.
Example
The medieval church was dominated by prelacy and its traditions.
中世の教会はプレラシーとその伝統によって支配されていた。
C1 noun /poʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

polarity

極性
Meaning
the state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies, opinions, or aspects
Example
The polarity between the two political parties is growing stronger.
二つの政治党派の間の極性は強くなりつつあります。
B2 noun /ˈpjʊə.rɪ.ti/

Purity

純粋さ; 清潔さ; 汚染からの自由
Meaning
the state of being pure; cleanness or freedom from contamination
Example
The purity of the mountain water was remarkable.
山の水の純粋さは注目に値しました。
A2 verb /plænt/

plant

植える
Meaning
to put seeds or plants in the ground; to place something firmly
Example
She planted roses in her garden.
彼女は庭にバラを植えました。
C2 adjective /ˌfoʊtoʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

photoelectric

フォトエレクトリック
Meaning
relating to the emission of electrons or other free carriers when light shines on a material
Example
The photoelectric effect is fundamental in solar panels.
光電効果は太陽光パネルにおいて基本的です。
C1 noun /ˈpɛntəɡən/

pentagon

Meaning
A plane figure with five straight sides and five angles; also refers to the US Department of Defense building.
Example
The Pentagon is one of the most iconic government buildings in the United States.
B1 noun /peɪs/

pace

ペース
Meaning
the speed at which something happens or is done
Example
She walked at a slow pace.
彼女はゆっくりとペースで歩いていました。
A2 adjective /ˈpaʊə.fəl/

powerful

強力な
Meaning
Having great power or strength.
Example
The James Webb Telescope is the most powerful space observatory.
ジェームズ・ウェブ望遠鏡は最も強力な宇宙望遠鏡です。
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。
C2 adjective /prɪˈmɒnɪtəri/ or /ˌpriːməˈnɪtəri/

premonitory

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

partiality

偏見
Meaning
an unfair preference or bias toward one side or person
Example
The judge was criticized for showing partiality in the case.
裁判官は事件で偏見を示したとして批判されました。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

感知する
Meaning
to become aware of or understand something through the senses
Example
I perceive a change in his attitude.
私は彼の態度の変化を感じ取ります。
B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

些細な
Meaning
Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.
Example
She often gets upset over the most petty things.
彼女はしばしば些細なことに腹を立てる。
C1 noun /ˌpriːməˈnɪʃən/ or /ˌprɛm-/

premonition

予感
Meaning
a strong feeling that something is about to happen, often something negative
Example
She had a premonition of danger before the trip.
旅行前に危険の予感があった。
B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

パレスチナの
Meaning
relating to Palestine or its people
Example
The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.
パレスチナの人々は豊かな文化遺産を持っています。
B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

特典
Meaning
A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.
Example
One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.
ここで働くことの特典の一つは、毎週金曜日に無料ランチが提供されることです。
B2 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

詐欺による情報盗取
Meaning
The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.
Example
Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.
フィッシングメールは、しばしば人々をだましてパスワードを明かさせます。
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。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊɪm/

poem

詩
Meaning
a piece of writing that expresses ideas, feelings, or tells a story in a distinct form, often using rhyme or meter
Example
She wrote a beautiful poem for her mother.
彼女は母親のために美しい詩を書きました。
C2 noun /ˌpliːnɪpəˈtɛnʃəri/

plenipotentiary

全権大使
Meaning
a person invested with full power to act on behalf of another, especially in diplomacy
Example
The ambassador was a plenipotentiary sent to negotiate the treaty.
大使は条約交渉のために派遣されたプレニポテンシャリーでした。
B2 noun /piːk/

Peak

頂上
Meaning
the highest point of a mountain or hill; the maximum level or intensity
Example
The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest.
登山者たちはエベレスト山の頂上に到達した。
C1 adjective /præɡˈmæt.ɪk/

pragmatic

実用的
Meaning
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than idealistic considerations.
Example
He took a pragmatic approach to solving the financial crisis.
彼は財政危機を解決するために実用的なアプローチを採用しました。
B2 adjective /prəˈnaʊnst/

pronounced

顕著な
Meaning
very noticeable or strongly marked
Example
There is a pronounced difference between the two styles.
二つのスタイルの間には顕著な違いがあります。
C2 noun /prɪˈzɛntmənt/

presentment

正式な提示
Meaning
The act of presenting something formally or officially; a formal statement or document.
Example
The lawyer made a presentment of the evidence to the court.
弁護士は証拠を法廷に提示しました。
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
C1 noun /pəˈlɪɡ.ə.mi/

Polygamy

ポリガミー
Meaning
the practice of marrying multiple spouses at the same time
Example
Polygamy is illegal in many countries around the world.
ポリガミーは世界の多くの国で違法です。
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

先行する
Meaning
to come before something in time, order, or position
Example
A brief introduction precedes each chapter.
簡単な紹介は各章の前に来る。
C2 adjective /pɪˈdʒɒrətɪv/

pejorative

侮蔑的
Meaning
Expressing contempt or disapproval.
Example
He used pejorative terms to insult his opponents.
彼は相手を侮蔑するために侮蔑的な言葉を使った。
C1 noun /ˌpærəˈnɔɪə/

paranoia

人々があなたに害を与えようとしているか、常にあなたを監視しているという非合理的で持続的な感覚
Meaning
an irrational and persistent feeling that people are 'out to get you' or are constantly watching you
Example
His constant paranoia made it hard for him to trust anyone.
彼の絶え間ないパラノイアは、誰も信じることを難しくさせていた。
B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

誓約; 約束; 保証;
Meaning
a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee
Example
He made a pledge to donate money to charity.
彼はチャリティーにお金を寄付する誓約をした。
B2 noun /ˈpæθweɪ/

pathway

小道
Meaning
a route or course along which something travels or progresses
Example
The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden.
狭い小道が隠れた庭へと続いていた。
C2 verb /pɑːrtʃ/

parch

乾かす
Meaning
to make something extremely dry, especially by exposure to heat
Example
The scorching sun began to parch the fields.
焼けつくような太陽が畑を乾かし始めました。
C2 noun /ˈplænɪsfɪr/

planisphere

星図盤
Meaning
a rotating star chart used to display the visible stars for any time and date
Example
The astronomer used a planisphere to identify the constellations.
天文学者は星座を識別するために星図盤を使用しました。
C2 noun /ˌpɑːrtjʊˈrɪʃən/

parturition

分娩
Meaning
The act of giving birth; childbirth.
Example
The doctor explained the stages of parturition to the students.
医者は学生たちに分娩の段階を説明しました。
C1 noun /ˈprɒmɪnəns/

prominence

名声
Meaning
The state of being important, famous, or easily noticed.
Example
Her work gained prominence after the award.
彼女の仕事は賞を受けた後、名声を得ました。
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。
C1 noun ˌpriːˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃən

preoccupation

懸念
Meaning
The state of being absorbed in thought; mental distraction.
Example
His preoccupation with work led to neglecting his personal life.
仕事への懸念が彼の個人的な生活を疎かにさせた。
A2 noun /prəˈdʌkʃən/

production

制作
Meaning
the process of manufacturing or creating something
Example
The production of this film took over a year.
この映画の制作には1年以上かかりました。
B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

請願; 要求; 弁明
Meaning
an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification
Example
She made a plea for help during the emergency.
緊急時に彼女は助けを求める請願をした。
C2 adjective /prəˈpʌlsɪv/

propulsive

推進的
Meaning
Having the power to drive or push something forward.
Example
The propulsive force of the rocket lifted it off the ground.
ロケットの推進力はそれを地面から持ち上げました。
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.
C2 verb /prəˈpɪʃieɪt/

propitiate

なだめる
Meaning
to win or regain the favor of someone by doing something that pleases them
Example
He offered gifts to propitiate the angry gods.
彼は怒った神々をなだめるために贈り物を捧げました。
A1 noun/adjective/preposition /pɑːst/

past

過去
Meaning
the time before the present; gone by in time
Example
He often thinks about his past mistakes.
彼はよく自分の過去の誤りを考えます。
B1 verb /pɔːr/

pour

注ぐ
Meaning
to flow or cause to flow in a steady stream; to rain heavily
Example
Please pour the water into the glass carefully.
水をグラスに慎重に注いでください。
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 noun ˈpɑː.sɪŋ

parsing

文の構造解析
Meaning
The process of analyzing sentence structure to understand grammatical relationships.
Example
The AI model performs parsing to understand syntax.
AIモデルは構文解析を行い、構造を理解します。
A2 noun /ˈpɑːtnər/

partner

パートナー
Meaning
a person who shares or is associated with another in some action or endeavor
Example
She is my business partner in the new venture.
彼女は私の新しい事業でのビジネスパートナーです。
B2 noun /ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

Puncture

パンク
Meaning
a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape
Example
I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning.
今朝、自転車のタイヤのパンクを修理しなければなりませんでした。
B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

確率
Meaning
the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur
Example
There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.
明日は高い確率で雨が降るでしょう。
C1 adjective /ˈpɑːm.pəs/

Pompous

気取った; うぬぼれた; 過度に豪華な
Meaning
showing off; pretentious; overly grand
Example
His pompous attitude annoyed everyone at the meeting.
彼の気取った態度は会議でみんなを苛立たせました。
C2 noun /ˈpæntəˌskoʊp/

pantoscope

広範囲またはパノラマビューを提供する光学機器
Meaning
An optical instrument that provides a wide or panoramic view.
Example
The scientist used a pantoscope to observe the entire horizon.
科学者は全ての地平線を観察するためにパンタスコープを使用しました。
B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
C2 adjective /ˈpɜːrviəs/

pervious

透水性の
Meaning
Allowing water, air, or other substances to pass through; permeable.
Example
The soil here is pervious to rainwater.
ここでは土壌が雨水を通すことができます。
C2 noun /ˈprɒsədi/

prosody

韻律学
Meaning
The patterns of rhythm and sound used in poetry and speech.
Example
The professor explained how prosody affects the mood of a poem.
教授は、韻律学が詩のムードにどのように影響するかを説明しました。
C1 adjective /ˈpriːmə/

prima

主要な, 優れた
Meaning
first or most important; excellent
Example
She was treated as the prima ballerina of the troupe.
彼女はグループのプリマバレリーナとして扱われました。
B2 noun /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

請願書
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
彼らはその地域の道路安全を改善するために請願書に署名しました。
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。
C1 noun prəˈtɛk.ʃə.nɪ.zəm

protectionism

保護主義
Meaning
The theory or practice of shielding a country's domestic industries from foreign competition by taxing imports.
Example
The government's protectionism helped local businesses grow.
政府のプロテクショニズムは、地元企業の成長を助けました。
B1 noun /preɪz/

Praise

賞賛
Meaning
words that show approval or admiration; to express approval or admiration
Example
The teacher gave praise to the students for their hard work.
教師は学生たちの努力を賞賛しました。
B1 noun /ˈprɪzənər/

prisoner

囚人
Meaning
a person who is in prison
Example
The prisoner was granted parole after serving 10 years.
その囚人は10年の服役後、仮出所を許可されました。
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。
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。
B2 adverb /prɪˈzjuːməbli/

presumably

おそらく
Meaning
used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain
Example
Presumably, he forgot to send the email.
おそらく、彼はメールを送るのを忘れた。
B1 adjective /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl/

Punctual

時間厳守
Meaning
on time; prompt;
Example
She is always punctual for meetings.
彼女は会議にいつも時間通りに参加します。
C1 adjective /prəˈfeɪn/

profane

不敬な、冒涜的な
Meaning
showing disrespect or contempt for sacred things; irreverent or vulgar
Example
His jokes were considered too profane for the ceremony.
彼のジョークは式典にはあまりにも不敬だと見なされました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈplʌn.dər.ər/

Plunderer

略奪者
Meaning
a person who steals goods, especially during war or civil disorder
Example
The plunderers ransacked the village after the battle.
戦いの後、略奪者たちは村を荒らしました。
A2 adjective /ˈpʌblɪk/

public

公共の
Meaning
relating to or affecting the people as a whole
Example
The public demanded action on the issue.
公共はこの問題に対する行動を要求しました。
C1 noun /ˈprɛljuːd/

prelude

前奏
Meaning
An action, event, or statement that serves as an introduction to something more important.
Example
The small fight was only a prelude to a bigger conflict.
小さな喧嘩はもっと大きな争いの前奏に過ぎなかった。
C2 adjective /ˌpɑːrsɪˈmoʊniəs/

parsimonious

けち
Meaning
unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy
Example
The company was too parsimonious to invest in better equipment.
その会社は良い設備に投資するにはあまりにもけちだった。
C1 verb prəˈpel

propel

推進する
Meaning
To drive, push, or cause to move in a particular direction, typically forward.
Example
Lack of proper guidance can propel adolescents toward delinquency.
適切な指導が欠如すると、青少年は犯罪へと向かうことになるかもしれません。
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。
C1 noun /ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl miːt/

Palatable meat

美味しい肉
Meaning
Meat that is pleasant to taste; appetizing meat dish
Example
The chef prepared palatable meat dishes for the dinner party.
シェフはディナーパーティーのために美味しい肉料理を準備しました。
A2 noun /ˈpɒkɪt/

pocket

Meaning
a small, enclosed space in clothing for carrying items
Example
He put his phone in his pocket.
C2 adjective /ˈpɛstɪlənt/

pestilent

有害
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause death or destruction; harmful or pernicious.
Example
The pestilent atmosphere of the swamp made people sick.
沼地の有害な雰囲気が人々を病気にさせた。
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。
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。
A2 noun; adverb /pərˈsɛnt/

percent

パーセント
Meaning
a proportion out of one hundred; by each hundred
Example
Sales increased by ten percent this year.
今年の売上は10パーセント増えました。
C2 noun /prəˈfjuːʒən/

profusion

豊富
Meaning
an abundance or large quantity of something
Example
Spring brought a profusion of wildflowers to the valley.
春は谷に野生の花の豊富さをもたらした。
C1 adjective /ˈpaɪ.əs/

Pious

敬虔な
Meaning
devoutly religious; showing reverence for God
Example
The pious monk spent hours in prayer every day.
敬虔な修道士は毎日何時間も祈りに捧げた。
C1 adjective /ˌpæθəˈdʒɛnɪk/

pathogenic

病原性
Meaning
Capable of causing disease.
Example
Some bacteria are harmless, while others are highly pathogenic.
いくつかの細菌は無害で、他の細菌は非常に病原性があります。