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B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

古い布; 掃除に使われる擦り切れた衣類
Meaning
a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing
Example
She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.
彼女は古い布を使って、ほこりだらけのテーブルを掃除しました。
B2 verb /fɔːrdʒ/

forge

鍛造する、偽造する
Meaning
to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something
Example
The blacksmith forged a strong sword from the iron.
鍛冶屋は鉄から強力な剣を鍛えました。
A2 verb /əˈlaʊ/

allow

許可する
Meaning
to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something
Example
The teacher did not allow phones in class.
先生はクラスで電話を許可しませんでした。
B1 noun /poʊl/

pole

柱
Meaning
a long, slender, vertical object or structure, typically made of wood, metal, or another material
Example
They placed the flag on top of the pole.
彼らは旗をポールの上に置きました。
C2 noun /lɔːŋ ɡɔːrd/

Long gourd

長いウリ
Meaning
an elongated green vegetable belonging to the cucumber family, used in cooking
Example
She sliced the long gourd thinly for the stir-fry dish.
彼女はその長いウリを薄切りにして、炒め物に使いました。
C2 noun /ˈbrɪmˌstoʊn/

brimstone

Meaning
Sulfur, especially when considered as fiery and associated with hell or divine punishment.
Example
The preacher spoke of fire and brimstone to warn the congregation.
C1 noun /ˈkɒmən kɑːp/

Common Carp

コイ
Meaning
A large freshwater fish widely cultivated for food
Example
Common carp is an important fish in aquaculture.
コイは養殖業で重要な魚です。
C1 noun /ʌpˈhiːvəl/

upheaval

激変
Meaning
a violent or sudden change or disruption to something
Example
The company faced a major upheaval after the sudden resignation of its CEO.
その会社は、CEOの突然の辞任後、大きな激変を経験しました。
C2 noun /ˈbed.ləm/

Bedlam

混乱; 騒がしい混乱
Meaning
a scene of noisy confusion; chaos and disorder
Example
The classroom was complete bedlam after the fire alarm.
火災警報後、教室は完全に混乱していました。
B2 noun /ˌʌnəˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

unavailability

利用不可
Meaning
The state of being not available or not accessible.
Example
The unavailability of the manager caused a delay in the project.
マネージャーの不在がプロジェクトの遅延を引き起こした。
B1 noun ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

initiative

イニシアティブ
Meaning
An act or strategy intended to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; a fresh approach to something.
Example
NASA's initiative to return humans to the Moon is ambitious.
NASAの月面への人類を戻すイニシアティブは野心的です。
C1 verb /ˈpleɪdʒəraɪz/

plagiarize

盗作する
Meaning
to take someone else's work or ideas and present them as your own
Example
He was warned not to plagiarize his friend's essay.
彼は友達のエッセイを盗用しないよう警告されました。
B1 noun /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

Unemployment

失業
Meaning
the state of being unemployed; lack of paid work
Example
The unemployment rate has increased significantly this year.
今年の失業率は大幅に増加しました。
C2 noun /ˈhʌm.ək/

hummock

小丘
Meaning
A small hill, mound, or ridge of earth or ice.
Example
The hikers rested on a grassy hummock by the river.
ハイカーたちは川のそばの草むらの小丘で休憩した。
B1 noun /ˈev.ɪ.dəns/

Evidence

証拠
Meaning
the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true
Example
The detective found crucial evidence that solved the mysterious case.
探偵はその謎の事件を解決した決定的な証拠を発見しました。
A2 adverb /ˈɔːlmoʊst/

almost

ほとんど
Meaning
very nearly, but not exactly or completely
Example
He almost missed the train.
彼はほとんど電車を逃した。
B1 noun /kɔːr/

core

核
Meaning
the central or most important part of something
Example
Honesty is at the core of their values.
正直は彼らの価値観の核です。
A2 noun /ˈsɛlər/

seller

幸せ
Meaning
a person who sells something
Example
The seller offered a discount on bulk purchases.
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 ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfek.ʃən

disinfection

消毒
Meaning
The process of destroying harmful microorganisms to prevent infection.
Example
Kitchen appliances require frequent disinfection.
キッチン用具は頻繁に消毒する必要があります。
B1 adjective /ɪkˈstendɪd/

extended

拡張された
Meaning
longer or larger than usual; continuing for a longer time
Example
They took an extended vacation in Europe this summer.
彼らは今夏、ヨーロッパで拡張された休暇を過ごしました。
C1 verb/noun /ˈswæɡ.ər/

swagger

自信過剰
Meaning
To walk or behave in a very confident and arrogant way.
Example
He swaggered into the room as if he owned the place.
彼はまるでその場所のオーナーであるかのように部屋に入ってきました。
A2 verb /ˈɑːrɡjuː/

argue

議論する
Meaning
to have a disagreement; to present reasons for or against
Example
They often argue about politics.
彼らはよく政治について議論します。
C1 noun /ˈroʊ.lɪŋ bɔːrd/

Rolling board

ローリングボード
Meaning
a flat wooden or marble surface used for rolling out dough
Example
She placed the dough on the rolling board.
彼女は生地をローリングボードに置きました。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪt/

exaggerate

誇張する
Meaning
to describe something as better, worse, or more important than it really is
Example
He tends to exaggerate his achievements.
彼は自分の業績を誇張しがちだ。
A2 noun /ˈtæk.si kæb/

Taxi cab

タクシー
Meaning
A car that carries passengers for a fare, usually in cities
Example
We took a taxi cab to the restaurant.
私たちはレストランにタクシーで行きました。
C1 adjective + noun kəˈmendəbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

commendable initiatives

称賛に値する取り組み
Meaning
Praiseworthy efforts or actions that deserve admiration and approval.
Example
The commendable initiatives aim to raise awareness.
その賞賛に値するイニシアチブは、認識を高めることを目指しています。
C1 noun /ˌɛksɛnˈtrɪsəti/

eccentricity

奇抜さ
Meaning
the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange
Example
His eccentricity made him both admired and misunderstood.
彼の奇抜さは、彼を賞賛されると同時に誤解される原因となった。
C1 adjective ˌkaʊntəprəˈdʌktɪv

counterproductive

逆効果
Meaning
Having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than help.
Example
Counterproductive activities often stem from dissatisfaction.
反生産的な活動は、不満から生じることが多いです。
B1 adverb /ˈrɒŋli/

wrongly

誤って
Meaning
in an incorrect or mistaken way; unfairly or unjustly
Example
He was wrongly accused of the crime.
彼はその犯罪で誤って非難された。
C1 adjective /ˈbær.ən/

Barren

不毛の; 荒涼とした; 生産性がない; 不生産的
Meaning
sterile; unable to produce; desolate; unproductive
Example
The barren desert stretched for miles without any vegetation.
荒れ果てた砂漠は何マイルも広がり、植物は一切なかった。
A1 noun /bɜːrd/

bird

鳥
Meaning
a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly
Example
A bird was singing on the tree branch.
鳥が木の枝で歌っていました。
C2 noun /ˈɛskwaɪər/

esquire

エスクワイア
Meaning
A title of respect often used after a man's name, especially for lawyers in the United States.
Example
John Smith, Esquire, will be representing the client in court.
ジョン・スミス、エスクワイア、は法廷でクライアントを代表する予定です。
B2 noun /ˈvendə(r)/

Vendor

ベンダー
Meaning
a person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader in the street
Example
The street vendor sold fresh fruits and vegetables.
街角のベンダーは新鮮な果物と野菜を売っていた。
B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

デッキ / プラットフォーム
Meaning
A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.
Example
We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.
私たちはフェリーの上デッキから夕日を楽しみました。
B1 noun /ˈbɒksər/

boxer

ボクサー; ボクサーパンツ; ボクサー犬
Meaning
a person who fights in the sport of boxing; a type of short loose-fitting underwear; a breed of medium-to-large dog
Example
The boxer trained hard every morning before the championship match.
そのボクサーはチャンピオンシップの前に毎朝厳しく練習した。
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 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

人工の
Meaning
something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally
Example
This lake is manmade, not natural.
この湖は人工のもので、自然のものではありません。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

強烈
Meaning
Of extreme force, degree, or strength.
Example
She felt intense pain after the accident.
事故後、彼女は強烈な痛みを感じました。
C1 adjective /ˈsleɪ.vɪʃ/

slavish

奴隷のような
Meaning
showing no originality; completely imitative or overly submissive
Example
His slavish devotion to tradition prevented any innovation.
彼の伝統への奴隷のような献身が革新を阻んだ。
C2 noun /ˈsɛntɔːr/

centaur

ケンタウロス
Meaning
A mythological creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.
Example
The centaur is a well-known figure in Greek mythology.
ケンタウロスはギリシャ神話においてよく知られた存在です。
C1 adjective /ˈpʌlməˌneri/

pulmonary

Meaning
relating to the lungs
Example
The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection.
C1 adjective /ɪˈneɪn/

inane

無意味な, 馬鹿な
Meaning
lacking sense, meaning, or significance; silly or pointless
Example
The movie was criticized for its inane dialogue.
その映画は無意味なセリフで批判された。
B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持する
Meaning
to keep possession of something
Example
The company decided to retain its experienced employees.
会社は経験豊富な従業員を保持することに決めました。
C1 adjective /kəˈθɑːr.tɪk/

cathartic

カタルシス的
Meaning
Providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions.
Example
Writing about emotions can be a cathartic experience.
感情について書くことはカタルシス的な体験となり得る。
C1 noun /ænˈtɪθəsɪs/

antithesis

アンチテーゼ
Meaning
A person, thing, or idea that is the direct opposite of another; a rhetorical device contrasting opposing ideas in parallel structure.
Example
Love is the antithesis of hate.
愛は憎しみのアンチテーゼです。
C2 noun /pəˈlɛmɪk/

polemic

論争的な攻撃
Meaning
a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something
Example
The article was a fierce polemic against the government's policies.
その記事は政府の政策に対する激しい論争的な攻撃でした。
C2 noun /ˈsteɪtkraft/

statecraft

国政術
Meaning
The art of governing and managing state affairs effectively.
Example
The leader was praised for his exceptional statecraft in handling international relations.
リーダーは国際関係を扱う際の卓越した国政術に対して称賛されました。
B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

アクセス可能
Meaning
easy to reach, use, or understand
Example
The museum is easily accessible by public transport.
その博物館は公共交通機関で簡単にアクセス可能です。
C2 noun /dɪˈspɔɪlər/

despoiler

略奪者
Meaning
A person who robs, plunders, or violently takes things from others.
Example
The despoilers left the city in ruins.
略奪者たちは街を廃墟にした。
B1 adverb /səkˈsɛsfəli/

successfully

成功裏に
Meaning
in a way that achieves a desired result
Example
She passed the exam successfully after weeks of studying.
彼女は数週間の勉強の後、試験に成功裏に合格しました。
B1 noun /sɛks/

sex

性別
Meaning
the biological distinction between male and female; sexual activity
Example
He was asked about his sex at the doctor's office.
彼は医者のオフィスで自分の性別について尋ねられました。
B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːk

framework

枠組み
Meaning
An essential supporting structure of a building, vehicle, or object; a basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text.
Example
A strong framework is vital for governance.
強力な枠組みはガバナンスにとって重要です。
B1 noun /bɔɪl/

Boil

膿瘍; フロンケル
Meaning
a painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected hair follicles
Example
The painful boil on his neck required medical treatment.
彼の首にできた痛みを伴う膿瘍には医療処置が必要だった。
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɛstɪmeɪt/

underestimate

過小評価する
Meaning
To judge something as less important or smaller than it really is.
Example
Never underestimate the power of teamwork.
決してチームワークの力を過小評価しないでください。
B1 verb /əˈʃʊr/

assure

保証する
Meaning
to make someone feel certain or confident about something
Example
He assured her that everything would be fine.
彼はすべてがうまくいくと彼女に確信を与えた。
C1 verb /ˈtɒpl/

topple

倒れる
Meaning
to fall or cause to fall over; to overthrow
Example
The earthquake caused the old building to topple.
地震で古い建物が倒れた。
B1 noun /ˌfɜːrst eɪd kɪt/

first aid kit

救急箱
Meaning
A collection of medical supplies for giving initial treatment in emergencies
Example
I always keep a first aid kit in my car for emergencies.
私は常に車に救急箱を置いて、緊急時に備えています。
A2 noun /ˈtɜːr.nɪŋ/

Turning

曲がり角; サイドロード
Meaning
a place where a road branches off from another; a side road
Example
Take the first turning on the left.
最初の交差点を左に曲がってください。
B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

構造物
Meaning
Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.
Example
The region has ancient structures.
その地域には古代の構造物があります。
C2 adjective /ˈstɪdʒiən/

stygian

暗黒
Meaning
extremely dark, gloomy, or forbidding
Example
They walked through the stygian cave with torches.
彼らは松明を持って暗黒の洞窟を歩いていました。
B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

達成可能な
Meaning
Able to be brought about or reached successfully.
Example
Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.
達成可能なステップから始めて、モチベーションを保ちましょう。
C1 noun /ˌkɒŋɡrɪˈɡeɪʃən/

congregation

集会
Meaning
a group of people assembled for religious worship or a common purpose
Example
The congregation gathered to hear the sermon.
集会は説教を聞くために集まりました。
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

複雑にする
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
新しいルールはプロセスをさらに複雑にするだけです。
C2 noun /fəˈlɪsɪti/

felicity

幸福
Meaning
intense happiness; the ability to find appropriate expression for one's thoughts
Example
She was known for her felicity in conversation and cheerful nature.
彼女は会話の中での幸福と明るい性格で知られていました。
C1 noun /ˌprɒk.ləˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Proclamation

布告
Meaning
an official public announcement, especially one made by someone in authority
Example
The king issued a proclamation declaring peace.
王は平和を宣言する布告を出した。
C1 noun /ˈɛn.kleɪv/

enclave

飛び地
Meaning
a distinct area or group enclosed within a larger one
Example
The city has a small Italian enclave where traditions are preserved.
その都市には、伝統が守られている小さなイタリアン飛び地があります。
B2 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

関与
Meaning
the act of taking part in something
Example
His involvement in the project was crucial.
彼のプロジェクトへの関与は重要だった。
C2 noun /ˈpɑːdreɪ/

padre

神父
Meaning
A title for a priest, especially in the Roman Catholic Church; also used informally for 'father'.
Example
The soldiers attended mass led by the padre.
兵士たちは神父が主催したミサに参加しました。
C1 noun /ˈsed.ɪ.mənt/

Sediment

堆積物
Meaning
matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid; particles deposited by water or wind
Example
The river carried sediment downstream during the flood.
川は洪水の間に堆積物を下流へ運んだ。
C2 verb /ˈvɪʃieɪt/

vitiate

損なう
Meaning
to spoil, weaken, or make something less effective
Example
One careless remark can vitiate the entire argument.
一つの不注意なコメントが議論全体を損なう可能性がある。
B2 noun; adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

non-profit

非営利の
Meaning
an organization that does not operate for profit and reinvests surplus to achieve social goals; not intended to make financial profit
Example
She works for a non-profit that provides free education to underprivileged children.
彼女は無料教育を提供する非営利団体で働いています。
C2 noun /ˌtɜːdʒɪvərˈseɪʃən/

tergiversation

回避, 二重性
Meaning
Evasion of straightforward action or speech; changing sides or being inconsistent.
Example
The politician’s tergiversation frustrated his supporters.
その政治家のタージヴァーセイションは彼の支持者を失望させた。
B1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊt/

remote

遠隔
Meaning
Situated far from the main centers of population; distant.
Example
They stayed in a remote village during their trip.
彼らは旅行中に遠隔の村に泊まりました。
A2 noun /ˈθiːətər/

theater

劇場
Meaning
a building or area for dramatic performances
Example
We are going to the theater tonight.
今夜、私たちは劇場に行きます。
B2 adjective /ˈliː.fi/

Leafy

葉が多い; 葉で覆われた
Meaning
having many leaves; covered with leaves
Example
The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious.
葉の多い緑の野菜はとても栄養価が高いです。
C2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrsənt/

conversant

熟知、精通
Meaning
familiar with or knowledgeable about something
Example
She is conversant with the latest developments in technology.
彼女は最新の技術の進展に精通しています。
B2 adverb /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkli/

economically

経済的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to economics or is efficient and not wasteful.
Example
The company is trying to operate more economically this year.
その会社は今年、より経済的に運営することを目指しています。
C1 adjective /freɪl/

frail

脆弱
Meaning
Physically weak and delicate.
Example
The old man was too frail to walk without help.
その高齢者は助けなしでは歩けないほど脆弱だった。
B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

学問的な
Meaning
Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.
Example
He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.
彼は古代哲学についての学問的な記事を書いた。
B1 noun ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ

engineering

工学
Meaning
The application of scientific and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, or systems.
Example
Genetic engineering transforms agricultural practices.
遺伝子工学は農業の実践を変革します。
C1 noun /flʌks/

flux

フロー
Meaning
continuous change or movement; the rate of flow of something
Example
The company was in a state of constant flux during the reorganization.
会社は再編成の間、絶え間ない変化の中にありました。
C2 noun /ˈæmpərˌsænd/

ampersand

アンパーサンド
Meaning
The symbol '&' used to represent the word 'and'.
Example
Use an ampersand instead of writing the word 'and' in the company name.
会社名に'and'の代わりにアンパーサンドを使用してください。
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。
A1 adverb /təˈdeɪ/

Today

今日
Meaning
on this day; at the present time
Example
Today is a beautiful day for a walk.
今日は散歩にぴったりの美しい日です。
C2 noun /bəˈfuːn/

buffoon

道化師
Meaning
A ridiculous but amusing person; a clown or jester.
Example
He acted like a buffoon at the party, making everyone laugh.
彼はパーティーで道化師のように振る舞い、みんなを笑わせた。
B2 adverb /ˈaʊər.li/

Hourly

毎時間; 毎時間行われるまたは行う; 継続的に
Meaning
every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously
Example
The weather report is updated hourly.
天気予報は毎時間更新されます。
C2 verb /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪt/

exhilarate

興奮させる
Meaning
To make someone feel very happy, animated, or excited.
Example
The mountain view exhilarated the travelers.
山の景色は旅行者を興奮させました。
B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

早すぎる
Meaning
Happening or done before the usual or proper time.
Example
His decision to quit the job was premature.
彼の仕事を辞める決断は早すぎた。
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。
C2 noun /dɪˈsɪstəns/

desistance

停止
Meaning
The act of stopping or ceasing from some action or behavior.
Example
The court urged his desistance from further unlawful activities.
裁判所は彼にさらなる違法行為から停止するよう促しました。
C1 verb প্রিসিপিটেট

precipitate

降水する
Meaning
To fall from the sky as rain, snow, or other forms of water.
Example
Vapor precipitates as rain in warmer climates.
水蒸気は暖かい気候で雨として降ります。
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。
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 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

選挙の
Meaning
related to elections or voting
Example
The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.
その国の選挙プロセスは近年改革されました。
C1 adjective /əˈɡæst/

aghast

驚愕
Meaning
filled with shock or horror
Example
The audience was aghast at the tragic scene.
観客はその悲劇的なシーンに驚愕していた。
B1 noun /ˈtaɪ.təl/

Title

タイトル; 地位; 称号
Meaning
the name of a book, movie, or other work; a word used before someone's name to show rank or status
Example
The title of the book is very interesting.
その本のタイトルはとても興味深いです。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/

endanger

危険にさらす
Meaning
To put someone or something at risk or in danger.
Example
Cutting down forests can endanger many species of animals.
森林伐採は多くの動物の種を危険にさらす可能性があります。
B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

専門知識
Meaning
Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.
Example
His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.
彼のグラフィックデザインの専門知識は広く認められています。
C2 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪndər/

rejoinder

返答
Meaning
a quick or witty reply; a response to a remark or argument
Example
His sharp rejoinder silenced the crowd.
彼の鋭い返答が群衆を沈黙させた。
B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

挑戦的な
Meaning
difficult in a way that tests one's abilities
Example
The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.
山登りは挑戦的だったが、報われた。
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrbjələnt/

turbulent

動揺
Meaning
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.
Example
The country went through a turbulent period of political change.
その国は政治的変革の動揺した時期を経ました。
A2 noun /ˈpɪərɪəd/

period

期間
Meaning
a length or portion of time
Example
The meeting will last for a period of two hours.
会議は2時間の期間続きます。
B2 verb /fliː/

flee

逃げる
Meaning
To run away from danger or a threatening situation.
Example
The villagers had to flee during the flood.
村人たちは洪水の間に逃げなければなりませんでした。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɜːd/

Unheard

聞かれなかった; 未知の
Meaning
not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar
Example
His complaints went unheard by the management.
彼の苦情は経営陣に無視されました。
C2 noun /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪks/

metaphysics

形而上学
Meaning
The branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and the relationship between mind and matter.
Example
She studied metaphysics to understand the principles of existence beyond physical science.
彼女は物理学を超えた存在の原理を理解するために形而上学を学びました。
C1 noun /plɔɪ/

ploy

巧妙な策略
Meaning
a clever plan or action designed to gain an advantage
Example
She used a clever ploy to win the debate.
彼女は討論に勝つために巧妙な策略を使いました。
B2 noun /vaɪs/

Vice

悪習; 道徳的欠点
Meaning
an immoral or wicked behavior; a moral failing or fault
Example
Smoking is his only vice.
喫煙は彼の唯一の悪習です。
C2 noun /ˈwɑːmpəm/

wampum

貝殻のネックレス
Meaning
beads made by Native Americans from shells, used as money or decoration
Example
The tribe traded furs for wampum.
部族は毛皮と引き換えに貝殻のネックレスを取引した。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkoʊˈɜːrsəbl̩/

incoercible

強制できない
Meaning
Not capable of being forced, compelled, or restrained.
Example
Her incoercible spirit inspired others to fight for justice.
彼女の強制できない精神は他の人々に正義のために戦うようにインスパイアした。
C2 noun /məˈnæʒəri/

menagerie

野生動物のコレクション
Meaning
a collection of wild animals kept for exhibition; a diverse or strange group of people or things
Example
The circus had a menagerie of exotic animals.
サーカスには異国的な動物のコレクションがありました。
B2 noun ˈɪndɪkeɪtə

indicator

指標
Meaning
A thing that indicates the state or level of something.
Example
The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health.
失業率は経済の健康の重要な指標です。
C2 noun /ˈfaɪəl/

phial

小さなガラス瓶
Meaning
a small glass container for liquids, especially medicines
Example
The doctor gave her a phial of medicine.
医者は彼女に薬の小瓶を渡しました。
B1 noun /dɪˈsɪʒənˌmeɪkɪŋ/

decision-making

意思決定
Meaning
the process of making decisions, especially important or business-related decisions
Example
The CEO's decision-making was crucial for the success of the company.
CEOの意思決定は、会社の成功にとって重要でした。
C2 noun /əˈluː.vi.əm/

alluvium

沖積土
Meaning
Fertile soil deposited by flowing water, especially in riverbanks.
Example
The alluvium in riverbanks is highly fertile for agriculture.
川の岸辺にあるアリューヴィウムは農業に非常に肥沃です。
B2 noun /ˌɛvəˈluːʃən/

evolution

進化
Meaning
the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form
Example
The theory of evolution explains how species change over time.
進化論は、種が時間とともにどのように変化するかを説明しています。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌb.ərn/

Stubborn

頑固な; しつこい; 強情な
Meaning
refusing to change opinion or course of action; persistent; obstinate
Example
The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables.
その頑固な子供は野菜を食べるのを拒否した。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ/

underlying

根本的な
Meaning
basic or hidden but important; forming the foundation of something
Example
The underlying reason for the conflict was never addressed.
その対立の根本的な理由は決して対処されませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈkæv.əl.ri/

Cavalry

騎兵
Meaning
soldiers who fight on horseback; the part of an army formerly composed of troops on horseback
Example
The cavalry charged across the field with great speed.
騎兵は速さでフィールドを横断しました。
C2 noun /ˈnaɪəlɪst/

nihilist

ニヒリスト
Meaning
A person who rejects all religious and moral principles, often believing that life is meaningless.
Example
He was called a nihilist for rejecting all social norms.
彼はすべての社会的規範を拒否したため、ニヒリストと呼ばれました。
B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

ガタガタ鳴る；ガラガラ
Meaning
to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound
Example
The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.
強い風で緩んだ窓がガタガタ鳴り始めた。
B1 adjective /rʌf/

Rough

ざらざらした; 荒い; 厳しい
Meaning
having an uneven surface; not smooth; harsh
Example
The rough surface of the rock hurt my hands.
岩石のざらざらした表面が私の手を傷つけました。