B2 verb /ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

rearrange

再配置する

Meaning

to change the order or position of something

Example

She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room.

彼女はリビングルームの家具を再配置することに決めました。

B2 verb /siːs/

cease

停止する

Meaning

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

Example

The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.

騒音は子供たちが中に入るとすぐに止まりました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

resourceful

Meaning

Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

Example

She is very resourceful when it comes to solving unexpected problems.

B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

中世の

Meaning

Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.

Example

The castle is a famous medieval monument.

その城は有名な中世の記念碑です。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈsɛkʃən/

intersection

交差点

Meaning

a point where two or more things intersect, especially a road or path

Example

The intersection of Main Street and 5th Avenue is always busy.

メインストリートと5番街の交差点はいつも混んでいます。

B2 noun /ˈlɪz.ɚd/

Lizard

トカゲ

Meaning

a cold-blooded reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail

Example

A small lizard ran across the garden wall.

小さなトカゲが庭の壁を走った。

B2 verb ˈɛkəʊd

echoed

反響する

Meaning

To repeat or resound; to be reminiscent of something.

Example

The words of gratitude echoed in his heart.

感謝の言葉が彼の心に反響した。

B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

証言する

Meaning

to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence

Example

She was called to testify in court about the accident.

彼女は事故について証言するために裁判所に呼ばれました。

B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfill

実現する

Meaning

to complete or accomplish something, especially a task or promise

Example

He worked hard to fulfill his dreams.

彼は夢を実現するために一生懸命働きました。

B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

自己主張の強い; 自信に満ちた

Meaning

confident and forceful; having a strong personality

Example

She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.

彼女は会議で話すとき、とてもアサーティブです。

B2 verb /saɪ/

sigh

ため息をつく

Meaning

to let out a long, deep breath as an expression of tiredness, relief, or sadness

Example

She sighed with relief when she heard the good news.

良いニュースを聞いたとき、彼女は安心してため息をついた。

B2 adjective /ˈʌt.ɚ/

Utter

完全な; 絶対的な; 全体の

Meaning

complete; absolute; total

Example

The movie was an utter disaster at the box office.

その映画は興行収入で完全に失敗しました。

B2 noun /ˈfluː.ən.si/

fluency

流暢さ

Meaning

The ability to speak or write a language smoothly and effortlessly.

Example

She speaks English with remarkable fluency.

彼女は素晴らしい流暢さで英語を話します。

B2 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

正午

Meaning

The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon

Example

The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.

太陽は正午に最も輝いており、真上にあります。

B2 verb /saɪt/

cite

引用する

Meaning

to quote; to mention as an example or proof

Example

The lawyer cites relevant case law.

弁護士は関連する判例法を引用します。

B2 noun /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

mechanism

機構

Meaning

A system of parts working together in a machine; a process or technique for achieving something.

Example

The mechanism of the clock stopped working after years of use.

時計の機構は長年の使用後に動作を停止した。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

特定の人物、グループ、またはエリアに制限された; 他の人と共有しない

Meaning

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

Example

The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.

ホテルはプライベートビーチへのエクスクルーシブなアクセスを提供します。

B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

部族

Meaning

a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture

Example

The tribe lived in harmony with nature.

部族は自然と調和して生活していた。

B2 verb /səbˈskraɪb/

subscribe

購読する

Meaning

to pay to receive a service regularly; to agree with or support something

Example

I subscribe to several online magazines.

私はいくつかのオンライン雑誌を購読しています。

B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfil

果たす

Meaning

to complete or achieve something that was expected or promised; to satisfy a requirement or desire

Example

She worked hard to fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor.

彼女は医者になる夢を果たすために一生懸命働いた。

B2 noun /wʌn θɜːd/

one-third

三分の一

Meaning

one part of something that is divided into three equal parts

Example

One-third of the class was absent today.

クラスの三分の一が今日は欠席でした。

B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

口述する

Meaning

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Example

The boss dictates letters to his secretary.

ボスは秘書に手紙を口述します。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

連続した; シリアル

Meaning

happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order

Example

The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.

連続した殺人者は、長年の調査の後、ついに捕まった。

B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

墓地

Meaning

a place where dead people are buried

Example

The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.

古い墓地は村の端にあります。

B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

単純さ; 明確さ

Meaning

the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy

Example

The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.

デザインの美しさはその単純さにあります。

B2 noun /ˈsiː.krə.si/

Secrecy

秘密

Meaning

the practice of keeping something secret; the state of being kept hidden

Example

The project was conducted in complete secrecy.

そのプロジェクトは完全に秘密の中で行われました。

B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

剪定する

Meaning

to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better

Example

Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.

庭師は春に木を剪定して成長を促進します。

B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

議会の

Meaning

relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority

Example

The country follows a parliamentary form of government.

その国は議会制の政府を採用している。

B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

修正案は進化する公共のニーズを反映しています。

B2 noun ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

incentives

インセンティブ

Meaning

Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.

Example

Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy.

税制上のインセンティブは再生可能エネルギーへの投資を促進するために使用されます。

B2 noun /ˈɪnvənˌtɔːri/

inventory

インベントリ

Meaning

A complete list of items, such as goods in stock or property.

Example

The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store.

店主は店を開店する前にインベントリを確認しました。

B2 verb /dɪˈzɒlv/

dissolve

Meaning

to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization

Example

The sugar will dissolve quickly in hot tea.

B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

通勤

Meaning

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

Example

He spends two hours commuting to work every day.

彼は毎日仕事に行くために2時間通勤します。

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

恥ずべき; 不名誉な; 非難に値する

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

彼の恥ずべき行動はパーティーでみんなを驚かせました。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

インターフェイス

Meaning

a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact

Example

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.

ユーザーインターフェイスは直感的で使いやすく設計されています。

B2 verb /ˈstrʌɡlɪŋ/

struggling

格闘する

Meaning

Making forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction; having difficulty achieving something.

Example

Many regions are struggling with economic recovery.

多くの地域が経済回復に苦しんでいます。

B2 noun

Patriot

愛国者

B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

飢え死に

Meaning

to suffer or die from lack of food

Example

He was left to starve in the desert.

彼は砂漠で飢え死にするために放置された。

B2 noun /ˈtʃæpəl/

chapel

チャペル

Meaning

A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.

Example

The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.

そのカップルは田舎の小さなチャペルで結婚しました。

B2 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

機嫌が悪い

Meaning

bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable

Example

The child gets cranky when he is hungry.

その子供はお腹が空くと機嫌が悪くなります。

B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

刺激

Meaning

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

Example

Plants respond to external stimulus.

植物は外部刺激に反応します。

B2 verb /ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

beautify

美化する

Meaning

to make something more beautiful or attractive

Example

The city plans to beautify the old park with trees and lights.

その都市は木や照明で古い公園を美化する計画です。

B2 adjective /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

シンプルで快適; 飾らない; 外見が素朴; 居心地の良い、親しみやすい

Meaning

simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar

Example

She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.

彼女は小さなカフェの居心地の良い雰囲気を楽しんでいた。

B2 noun /ˈdʒɝː.nə.lɪŋ/

journaling

ジャーナリング

Meaning

The practice of writing down your thoughts, feelings, and experiences regularly.

Example

Journaling helps in organizing thoughts and reducing stress.

ジャーナリングは思考を整理し、ストレスを減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.bɔːl/

Eyeball

眼球

Meaning

the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket

Example

The doctor examined his eyeball carefully.

医者は彼のアイボールを注意深く調べました。

B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

背中

Meaning

the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks

Example

The kids slid down the hill on their backside.

子供たちは丘を背中で滑り降りました。

B2 noun /ˈkɒm.pɒ.stɪŋ/

composting

堆肥化

Meaning

The process of recycling organic waste into fertile fertilizer.

Example

Composting reduces waste and enhances soil fertility.

コンポスティングは廃棄物を減らし、土壌の肥沃度を高めます。

B2 verb /rɪˈzɪst/

resist

抵抗する

Meaning

to oppose or fight against; to withstand

Example

He could not resist the temptation.

彼は誘惑に抵抗できませんでした。

B2 noun /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/

adaptability

適応性

Meaning

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances

Example

Adaptability to changing environments is crucial in business.

変化する環境に適応する能力はビジネスにおいて重要です。

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。

B2 verb /koʊp/

cope

対処する

Meaning

to deal effectively with something difficult

Example

She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work.

彼女は仕事で大きなプレッシャーに対処しなければなりませんでした。

B2 adverb /ˈmɔːrəli/

Morally

道徳的に

Meaning

in accordance with principles of right and wrong behavior; ethically

Example

She felt morally obligated to help the refugees.

彼女は難民を助けるために道義的に義務を感じていた。

B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

攻撃的な; 侮辱的な; 攻撃的

Meaning

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

Example

His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

彼の攻撃的な発言は、全員の気持ちを傷つけました。

B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

遺伝的な

Meaning

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.

遺伝的特徴は身体的特徴に影響を与えます。

B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

スピーチや文章で使われる短くて興味深い話

Meaning

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

適切に配置されたエピソードは、スピーチをより関連性のあるものにします。

B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

Meaning

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

Example

The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.

B2 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

変更

Meaning

a change or modification made to something

Example

The tailor made an alteration to the suit.

仕立屋はスーツに変更を加えました。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/

versatile

多才

Meaning

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.

Example

He is a versatile musician who can play multiple instruments.

彼は多才な音楽家で、複数の楽器を演奏できます。

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒; 毒性; 致命的

Meaning

containing poison; toxic; deadly

Example

The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.

そのヘビは非常に有毒で危険です。

B2 noun /ˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Genius

天才

Meaning

exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; a person who has such ability

Example

Einstein was recognized as a genius for his groundbreaking contributions to physics.

アインシュタインは物理学への画期的な貢献により天才と認められました。

B2 adjective /ˈlætər/

latter

後者

Meaning

the second of two people or things mentioned

Example

Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter.

お茶とコーヒーの間で、私は後者を選びます。

B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

鏡

Meaning

a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images

Example

She looked at herself in the looking glass.

彼女は鏡の中で自分を見ました。

B2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/

sewing

裁縫

Meaning

The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread

Example

She enjoys sewing her own clothes on weekends.

彼女は週末に自分の服を裁縫するのを楽しみます。

B2 verb /ɪˈvɑːlv/

evolve

Meaning

to develop gradually, especially into a more complex or advanced state

Example

Over time, the company evolved into a global brand.

B2 noun /ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪ.zəm/

optimism

楽観主義

Meaning

Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.

Example

Her optimism helped her overcome difficult times.

彼女の楽観主義は、困難な時期を乗り越える助けとなりました。

B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

利己的に

Meaning

in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself

Example

He selfishly took all the cookies.

彼は自己中心的にすべてのクッキーを取った。

B2 noun /joʊlk/

Yolk

卵黄

Meaning

the yellow internal part of a bird's egg, especially a hen's egg, which is rich in protein and fat

Example

She separated the egg white from the yolk.

彼女は卵白を卵黄から分けました。

B2 verb ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

密閉する、封鎖する

Meaning

The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.

Example

Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.

壁の亀裂を密閉することで害虫の侵入を防げます。

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

愛情深い; 思いやりのある; 優しい; 愛情を示す

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

彼女は子供たちにとても愛情深いです。

B2 adjective /dɪˈvaɪn/

Divine

神聖な; 天上的な; 神のような; 神または神格に関連する

Meaning

heavenly; sacred; godlike; relating to God or a deity

Example

The divine beauty of the sunset took their breath away.

夕日の神聖な美しさは彼らの息を奪いました。

B2 adjective /ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/

Ignorant

無知

Meaning

lacking knowledge or awareness; uninformed

Example

She was ignorant about the new technology trends.

彼女は新しい技術のトレンドについて無知でした。

B2 noun /ɪkˈspen.dɪ.tʃər/

expenditure

支出

Meaning

The action of spending funds; an amount of money spent.

Example

Managing expenditure is critical for budgeting.

支出の管理は予算編成において重要です。

B2 noun /ˈfreʃmən/

freshman

一年生

Meaning

a first-year student at a high school, college, or university

Example

The freshman felt nervous on his first day at university.

一年生は大学での初日に緊張していました。

B2 noun /ˈskɒl.ər/

Scholar

学者; アカデミック

Meaning

a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic

Example

The renowned scholar published several books on ancient history.

有名な学者は古代の歴史に関する本をいくつか出版しました。

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

驚くべき、衝撃的な、すばらしい

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

魔法使いの驚くべきトリックは観客を言葉を失わせました。

B2 noun /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

complication

合併症

Meaning

A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.

Example

His illness led to serious complications after surgery.

彼の病気は手術後に深刻な合併症を引き起こしました。

B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

勝利した; 幸せな

Meaning

having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success

Example

The team was triumphant after winning the championship.

チームはチャンピオンシップに勝利した後、勝利者のように感じていた。

B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

荒れ果てた

Meaning

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

Example

They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.

彼らは町の端にある荒れ果てた家に住んでいます。

B2 noun /ɪnˈθuziæst/

enthusiast

熱狂的なファン

Meaning

a person who is very interested in a particular activity or subject

Example

He is a football enthusiast and watches every match.

彼はサッカーenthusiastで、毎試合見ています。

B2 noun /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt/

carbohydrate

炭水化物

Meaning

a nutrient that provides energy, found in foods like rice, bread, and sugar

Example

Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates.

ご飯とポテトは炭水化物が豊富です。

B2 adjective /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

非協力的な

Meaning

not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful

Example

The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.

証人は非協力的で、質問に答えることを拒否した。

B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

カシューナッツ

Meaning

kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.

カシューナッツはインディアンの甘いお菓子やカレーによく使われます。

B2 noun /ˈɔːɡən/

organ

臓器

Meaning

a part of the body that performs a specific function

Example

The heart is an important organ in the human body.

心臓は人間の体の重要な臓器です。

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

disagreement

不一致

Meaning

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

Example

Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project.

その問題に対する彼らの不一致はプロジェクトの遅延を引き起こしました。

B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

加速された

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

プロジェクトは加速したペースで進んでいった。

B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

虐殺 / 大量殺人

Meaning

the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently

Example

The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.

軍隊は数百人の敵兵を虐殺した。

B2 noun /stəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Stability

安定性

Meaning

the state of being stable; firmness; steadiness

Example

Political stability is essential for economic growth.

政治的安定は経済成長にとって重要です。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

多目的

Meaning

having multiple uses or functions; versatile

Example

This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.

この多目的ツールは、ナイフ、ドライバー、ボトルオープナーとして使用できます。

B2 noun /səbˈskraɪbər/

subscriber

サブスクライバー

Meaning

a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service

Example

She is a subscriber to the monthly magazine.

彼女は月刊誌のサブスクライバーです。

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

悪名高い

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

その地域は高い犯罪率で悪名高いです。

B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

持続可能な

Meaning

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.

Example

Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.

持続可能な実践は環境への影響を軽減します。

B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

Meaning

to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence

Example

The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.

B2 noun /ˈter.ər/

Terror

恐怖; 政治的目的のために暴力と威圧を使用すること

Meaning

extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims

Example

The loud explosion filled everyone with terror.

大きな爆発が皆を恐怖で満たした。

B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

注意

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

研究者たちは持続不可能な漁業について警告を出しました。

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

規制

Meaning

Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Strict regulations ensure fair practices.

厳格な規制は公正な慣行を確保します。

B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

十分な; 充実した; 余裕のある

Meaning

large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough

Example

We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.

プロジェクトを締め切り前に終わらせるための十分な時間があります。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

互換性のある

Meaning

Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.

Example

This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.

このソフトウェアはWindowsとMacの両方のシステムと互換性があります。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

不正確; 間違っている; 誤り

Meaning

not correct; containing errors; wrong

Example

The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.

昨日の天気予報は不正確でした。

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

アウトサイダー

Meaning

a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group

Example

As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.

アウトサイダーとして、彼は彼らの伝統を理解するのが難しいと感じました。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

機密性

Meaning

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private

Example

Confidentiality is crucial in data security.

機密性はデータセキュリティにおいて重要です。

B2 noun /daɪˈmen.ʃənz/

dimensions

次元

Meaning

Aspects or features of a situation, problem, or thing.

Example

New dimensions of space exploration are being uncovered.

宇宙探査の新しい次元が明らかになっています。

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊʃəli/

socially

社会的に

Meaning

in a way that relates to society or social interaction

Example

He is very active socially and attends many events.

彼は社会的に非常に活発で、多くのイベントに参加しています。

B2 adverb /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ.li/

Willingly

自発的に

Meaning

in a willing manner; voluntarily; with free will

Example

She willingly helped her neighbors during the emergency.

彼女は緊急時に自発的に隣人を助けました。

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

統治する

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

大統領は賢明に国を統治する。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːvən/

Uneven

不均一; 凹凸のある

Meaning

not level or smooth; not regular or consistent

Example

The road was uneven and full of potholes.

その道は不均一で、穴だらけだった。

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

矛盾; 不一致

Meaning

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency

Example

There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.

彼の言葉と行動の間には明確な矛盾がありました。

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

進歩

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

技術的進歩は未来を形作る。

B2 noun /ˈspɔːrtsmən/

sportsman

スポーツ選手

Meaning

A person who is skilled in sports or enjoys participating in athletic activities.

Example

He is a true sportsman, always fair and respectful to his opponents.

彼は本物のスポーツ選手で、常に相手に対して公正で尊敬を示す。

B2 adjective /ˈkwɜːrki/

quirky

風変わりな

Meaning

Unusual in an interesting, charming, or odd way.

Example

She has a quirky sense of fashion that makes her stand out.

彼女は個性的なファッションセンスを持っており、それが彼女を際立たせています。

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

包囲

Meaning

a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies

Example

The siege of the castle lasted for three months.

城塞の包囲は三ヶ月続いた。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpaʊər/

empower

Meaning

To give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger or more confident.

Example

Education can empower people to improve their lives.

B2 adjective aɪˈkɒnɪk

iconic

象徴的な

Meaning

Very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time.

Example

The line "It was the best of times..." is iconic.

"それは最良の時代だった…"というセリフは象徴的です。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

Meaning

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

Example

She finally conceded that she was wrong.

B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

換気

Meaning

The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.

Example

Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.

適切な換気は、空気の質を維持するために不可欠です。

B2 noun /əbˈsɛʃən/

obsession

執着

Meaning

An idea, thought, or concern that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.

Example

His obsession with success drove him to work day and night.

成功への執着が彼を昼夜働かせた。

B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

レーキ

Meaning

a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake

Example

He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.

彼は落ち葉を集めるためにレーキを使いました。

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。

B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

現在; すぐに; しばらくして

Meaning

at the present time; soon; in a little while

Example

The doctor will see you presently.

医者はすぐにあなたを診ます。

B2 adjective /ˈlɪniər/

linear

線形

Meaning

Arranged in or extending along a straight line.

Example

The artist used linear perspective in his drawings.

アーティストは彼の絵に線形透視を使用しました。

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

クライマックス

Meaning

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process

Example

The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.

映画は最後の戦闘シーンでクライマックスに達しました。

B2 noun ˈbɛriəl saɪt

burial site

埋葬地

Meaning

A place where a dead body is buried.

Example

The burial site of the martyrs was near the riverbank.

殉教者の埋葬地は川岸の近くにありました。