C1 verb rɪˈpel

repel

反発する

Meaning

To push away or force apart due to similar charges or properties.

Example

Protons repel each other.

陽子はお互いに反発し合う。

B2 adjective /ˈhjuː.mɪd/

Humid

湿気のある; 湿った

Meaning

containing moisture; damp; moist;

Example

The humid climate makes it feel hotter than it actually is.

湿度の高い気候は、実際よりも暑さを感じさせます。

A1 conjunction /ɔːr/

or

または

Meaning

used to link alternatives

Example

You can have tea or coffee.

お茶かコーヒーをお選びいただけます。

A2 noun /ˈbɑt.əm/

Bottom

底; 最下部

Meaning

the lowest point or part of something; the ground under a body of water

Example

The treasure chest was lying at the bottom of the ocean.

宝物の箱は海の底にあった。

B2 adjective /ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

beneficial

有益な

Meaning

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

Example

Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.

目をこすることは適度であれば有益です。

C1 adjective /ˈtʃɪə.ləs/

Cheerless

憂鬱な; 陰気な; 悲しい; 喜びのない

Meaning

lacking happiness or comfort; gloomy; depressing; without cheer

Example

The old house looked cheerless and abandoned in the winter rain.

古い家は冬の雨の中で寂しげで放置されているように見えました。

C2 adjective /ˈslæp.dæʃ/

slapdash

ぞんざい

Meaning

done too quickly and carelessly; hasty and careless

Example

The report was written in a slapdash manner, full of errors.

レポートはぞんざいに書かれており、間違いだらけだった。

C2 adjective /fɪˈdjuːʃəl/

fiducial

信頼の、基準点として機能する

Meaning

based on trust or confidence; serving as a standard of reference

Example

The fiducial point on the map ensures accurate measurements.

地図上のフィデュシャルポイントは正確な測定を確保します。

C1 noun /ˈɑːnkɔːr/

encore

アンコール

Meaning

An additional performance demanded by an audience at the end of a show.

Example

The band returned to the stage for an encore.

バンドはアンコールのためにステージに戻った。

C2 noun /ˈplɔːdɪts/

plaudits

賛辞

Meaning

expressions of praise or approval

Example

The scientist received plaudits from the international community.

その科学者は国際社会から賛辞を受けました。

B1 adverb /pɑːrˈtɪkjʊləli/

particularly

特に

Meaning

to a higher degree than is usual or expected

Example

She is particularly fond of Italian food.

彼女は特にイタリア料理が好きです。

B2 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

データベース

Meaning

a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically

Example

The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.

会社の顧客情報は安全なデータベースに保存されています。

C1 adjective /moʊv/

mauve

薄紫色

Meaning

a pale purple color with a grayish or bluish tinge

Example

She wore a beautiful mauve dress to the party.

彼女はパーティーで美しい薄紫色のドレスを着ていた。

B2 adjective haɪˈdʒiː.nɪk

hygienic

Meaning

Conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean.

Example

Maintaining hygienic conditions in hospitals is crucial.

B1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərət/

corporate

企業/コーポレートに関連する

Meaning

relating to a corporation or large company; united as a single body

Example

Corporate social responsibility is important for modern businesses.

企業の社会的責任は現代のビジネスにとって重要です。

A1 noun /ˈbɒdi/

body

体

Meaning

the physical structure of a person or animal

Example

Exercise helps keep the body healthy.

運動は体を健康に保つのに役立ちます。

B1 adjective /əˈʃeɪmd/

Ashamed

恥ずかしい

Meaning

feeling embarrassed or guilty because of one's actions

Example

He was ashamed of his poor performance.

彼は自分の悪い成績に恥ずかしさを感じていた。

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 verb /ˈfæbrɪkeɪt/

fabricate

作り上げる

Meaning

to invent or concoct something, often with the intent to deceive; or to construct or manufacture

Example

The witness fabricated his testimony to protect himself.

証人は自分を守るために証言をでっち上げました。

B2 noun ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn

reconstruction

再建

Meaning

The action or process of reconstructing or being reconstructed.

Example

The reconstruction project took years.

再建プロジェクトは数年かかりました。

C1 adjective /ˈpʌlməˌneri/

pulmonary

Meaning

relating to the lungs

Example

The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection.

B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

さもないと; 他の方法で

Meaning

in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that

Example

Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.

一生懸命勉強しなさい、さもないと試験に落ちます。

B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

スキャンダル

Meaning

an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation

Example

The politician's affair became a public scandal.

その政治家の不倫は公然のスキャンダルとなった。

A2 noun /ˈæktrəs/

actress

女優

Meaning

a female performer in plays, movies, or television

Example

The actress looked stunning on the red carpet.

その女優は赤い絨毯の上で素晴らしく見えました。

C1 noun /ˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

darwinism

ダーウィニズム

Meaning

the theory of biological evolution developed by Charles Darwin, emphasizing natural selection

Example

Darwinism revolutionized the way scientists understood the origin of species.

ダーウィニズムは科学者たちが種の起源を理解する方法を革命的に変えました。

C1 verb /ˌɪntəˈsɛkt/

intersect

交差する

Meaning

to cross or pass through each other

Example

The two roads intersect at the city center.

二つの道路は市内中心で交差する。

B1 noun /ˈlaɪ.kɪŋ/

Liking

好み; 愛好; 傾向

Meaning

a feeling of regard or fondness; a preference or taste for something

Example

She has developed a liking for classical music.

彼女はクラシック音楽に対して好みを持つようになった。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

抗酸化物質

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Example

Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.

緑茶には老化を遅らせる強力な抗酸化物質が含まれています。

A2 noun trʌst

trust

信頼

Meaning

Firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something; confidence placed in a person by making that person the nominal owner of property.

Example

Building trust is essential for long-term relationships.

信頼を築くことは長期的な関係において重要です。

A1 verb /peɪnt/

paint

絵を描く

Meaning

to apply a colored substance to a surface

Example

She loves to paint landscapes in her free time.

彼女は自由時間に風景画を描くのが好きです。

A2 noun səˈsaɪəti

society

社会

Meaning

The aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community.

Example

Society plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual's values.

社会は個人の価値観を形成する上で重要な役割を果たします。

C1 adverb /ˈkɔːrdiəli/

Cordially

心から

Meaning

in a warm and friendly manner; sincerely

Example

You are cordially invited to our wedding ceremony.

あなたは私たちの結婚式に心から招待されています。

C1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪəbəl/

unemployable

雇用不適格

Meaning

Not able to be employed; lacking the skills or qualities necessary for employment

Example

Due to his criminal record, he was considered unemployable in most companies.

彼の犯罪歴のため、ほとんどの会社で雇用不適格と見なされた。

C1 noun /bəˈtɒn/

baton

Meaning

A thin stick carried by a conductor to direct an orchestra, or used as a symbol of authority.

Example

The conductor raised his baton to begin the symphony.

C2 verb /ɪˈreɪdieɪt/

irradiate

照射する

Meaning

to shine light on something; to expose to radiation; to illuminate or brighten

Example

The scientist used a lamp to irradiate the sample.

科学者はランプを使ってサンプルを照射しました。

B2 adjective /ˈprɛdʒədɪst/

prejudiced

偏見のある

Meaning

having or showing a dislike or bias against a person or group without proper reason

Example

He was prejudiced against people from other regions.

彼は他の地域の人々に対して偏見を持っていた。

C1 adjective ˌɪm.pəˈsɛp.tɪ.bəl

imperceptible

気づかれない

Meaning

So subtle or gradual that it is difficult to notice or perceive

Example

The changes in his behavior were imperceptible at first.

彼の行動の変化は最初は気づかれないものでした。

C2 noun /ɪnˈsaɪzər/

incisor

切歯

Meaning

a narrow-edged tooth at the front of the mouth, adapted for cutting

Example

The dentist noted that his upper left incisor was chipped.

歯科医は彼の上の左側の切歯が欠けていることに気づきました。

C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

修正

Meaning

The action of making partial or minor changes to something.

Example

DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.

DNAの修正により作物の特性が向上します。

C1 noun /kæʃ/

cache

キャッシュ

Meaning

A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.

Example

The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks.

ハイカーたちは岩の下に隠された物資のキャッシュを見つけました。

C1 verb /ˈvɛnəˌreɪt/

venerate

敬う

Meaning

to regard with great respect; revere

Example

People venerate saints for their holiness.

人々はその聖性のために聖人を敬う。

A1 noun /weɪ/

Way

方法; 道; スタイル; 手段

Meaning

a method, style, or manner of doing something; a road or path

Example

There must be a better way to solve this problem.

この問題を解決するためにもっと良い方法が必要です。

C2 verb /bɪˈtəʊkən/

betoken

示唆する

Meaning

to be a sign or indication of something

Example

Dark clouds betoken an approaching storm.

暗い雲は迫り来る嵐を示唆している。

C2 adjective /ʌnˈsʌlid/

unsullied

汚れのない

Meaning

not spoiled or made impure; perfectly clean or pure

Example

His reputation remained unsullied despite the accusations.

彼の評判は告発にもかかわらず汚れのないままでした。

B2 noun /diːp siː/

deep sea

深海

Meaning

The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.

Example

Many deep-sea creatures produce bioluminescence for survival.

多くの深海生物は生存のために生物発光を生成します。

C1 verb /sɪndʒ/

singe

軽く焼く

Meaning

To burn something superficially or lightly, especially at the edges.

Example

The fire singed his eyebrows.

火が彼の眉毛を焼きました。

C1 adjective /ˈstraɪ.dənt/

strident

耳障りな, うるさい

Meaning

loud and harsh; presenting a point of view in a forceful way

Example

His strident voice made the debate uncomfortable.

彼の耳障りな声は議論を不快にした。

C1 noun /blɪs/

Bliss

完全な幸せ; 大きな喜び

Meaning

perfect happiness; great joy

Example

She felt pure bliss while watching the beautiful sunset.

彼女は美しい夕日を見ながら純粋な幸せを感じました。

B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

イラクの

Meaning

relating to Iraq or its people

Example

The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.

イラクの文化は豊かで多様です。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner

Example

The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.

C1 noun/adjective /dɪˈtɜː.rənt/

deterrent

抑止力

Meaning

A thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something.

Example

A strict law serves as a deterrent to crime.

厳格な法律は犯罪の抑止力として機能します。

C1 noun /ˈrɛnɪˌɡeɪd/

renegade

裏切り者

Meaning

a person who deserts or betrays an organization, country, or principles

Example

He was labeled a renegade after leaving the party and criticizing its policies.

彼は党を離れ、その政策を批判した後、裏切り者と見なされた。

C1 verb /sərˈpæs/

surpass

超える

Meaning

to exceed or go beyond

Example

Her performance surpassed all expectations.

彼女のパフォーマンスはすべての期待を上回った。

B2 noun /veɪl/

Veil

ベール; マスク; 花嫁のベール;

Meaning

a piece of fine material worn to protect or conceal the face; something that conceals or disguises

Example

The bride wore a beautiful white veil during the ceremony.

花嫁は式の間に美しい白いベールを着ていました。

C1 noun /ˈbuːt.stræp.ɪŋ/

bootstrapping

自己資金による起業

Meaning

Starting a business with personal resources or small investments without external funding or venture capital.

Example

Many entrepreneurs rely on bootstrapping to launch their businesses.

多くの起業家はビジネスを立ち上げるためにブートストラッピングに依存しています。

A2 noun /ˈeɪn.dʒəl/

Angel

天使

Meaning

a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God

Example

She looked like an angel in her white dress.

彼女は白いドレスで天使のように見えた。

C2 adjective /bɪˈfʌdld/

befuddled

困惑した

Meaning

confused, unable to think clearly

Example

He looked befuddled after hearing the complex instructions.

彼は複雑な指示を聞いた後、困惑したように見えました。

C1 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈreɪ/

disarray

混乱

Meaning

A state of disorganization or untidiness; confusion or disorder.

Example

His desk was in complete disarray.

彼の机は完全に混乱していました。

C2 adjective /ˌɪnkɒntrəˈvɜːtəbl/

incontrovertible

論争の余地がない

Meaning

impossible to deny or dispute; unquestionable

Example

The evidence was incontrovertible and proved his innocence.

その証拠は論争の余地がなく、彼の無罪を証明しました。

A2 noun /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪz/

challenges

挑戦

Meaning

Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.

Example

Overcoming challenges is the key to personal growth.

挑戦を乗り越えることは、個人的な成長の鍵です。

C1 adjective /sɪmˈfɒnɪk/

symphonic

交響曲の

Meaning

relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra

Example

The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece.

コンサートでは交響曲の傑作が披露されました。

C1 noun/verb /ˈprɛdɪkət/ (noun), /ˈprɛdɪkeɪt/ (verb)

predicate

述語 / 基づく

Meaning

noun: the part of a sentence that tells something about the subject; verb: to base or establish something on a particular idea

Example

His theory is predicated on sound research.

彼の理論は確かな研究に基づいています。

C2 adjective /kənˈdʌktəbl̩/

conductible

導電性の

Meaning

capable of being conducted, especially electricity or heat

Example

Copper is highly conductible to electricity.

銅は電気を非常に導きやすい。

C1 noun /fɪˈlæn.θrə.pɪst/

philanthropist

慈善家

Meaning

a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes

Example

The philanthropist donated millions to build schools in rural areas.

その慈善家は農村地域に学校を建てるために数百万ドルを寄付しました。

B1 adjective /əˈlɜːrt/

alert

警戒

Meaning

quick to notice and respond to potential danger or issues; aware and attentive

Example

The alert dog barked at the stranger approaching the house.

警戒している犬は家に近づいてくる見知らぬ人に吠えました。

B2 noun/verb /ˌoʊvərˈlæp/

overlap

Meaning

To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.

Example

The two meetings overlap by an hour.

C2 adjective /juːˈfoʊniəs/

euphonious

耳に心地よい音

Meaning

Pleasing to the ear; having a sweet sound.

Example

The poet's euphonious language made the verse a delight to read.

詩人のユーフォニアスな言葉は詩を読む喜びに変えました。

B2 noun /ˌref.jʊˈdʒiː/

Refugee

難民

Meaning

a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster

Example

The refugee camp provided temporary shelter for thousands of displaced families.

難民キャンプは、何千人もの避難した家族に一時的な避難所を提供しました。

B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

予期する

Meaning

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Example

We anticipate a large crowd at the event.

イベントには大勢の人が来ると予想しています。

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

味がない

Meaning

lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style

Example

The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.

スープは完全に味がなく、さらに調味料が必要でした。

C2 adjective /ˌæk.si.əˈmæt.ɪk/

axiomatic

自明の，証明の必要のない明らかな真実

Meaning

Self-evident, obviously true without need for proof

Example

It is axiomatic that hard work leads to success.

一生懸命働くことは自明であり、成功につながります。

A2 noun /biːf/

Beef

牛肉

Meaning

meat from a cow or bull

Example

The restaurant serves the best beef steak in town.

レストランは町で最高の牛肉ステーキを提供しています。

A2 adjective /ˈsɜːr.tən/

Certain

確信している; 確かな; 疑いなく

Meaning

confident and sure; without doubt; definitely true

Example

I am certain that we will succeed.

私は確信しています、私たちは成功します。

C2 verb /priːˈfɪɡjər/

prefigure

前兆を示す

Meaning

to represent, show, or foreshadow something in advance

Example

The economic reforms prefigure major social changes.

経済改革は大きな社会変革を予兆しています。

A2 noun /peɪn/

Pain

痛み; 体の苦しみや感情的な苦痛

Meaning

physical suffering or discomfort; mental or emotional distress

Example

The patient felt severe pain in his back.

患者は背中にひどい痛みを感じました。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈkuːθ/

uncouth

無作法

Meaning

Lacking good manners, refinement, or grace; awkward or rough.

Example

His uncouth behavior shocked the guests at the party.

彼の無作法な行動はパーティーのゲストを驚かせました。

C1 adjective ˈluː.sɪd

lucid

明確で理解しやすい

Meaning

Clear and easily understandable thoughts or explanations.

Example

His explanation was so lucid that everyone understood it.

彼の説明は非常に明確だったので、皆が理解しました。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/

rigorous

厳格な

Meaning

Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.

Example

A rigorous study plan helps students achieve better results.

厳格な学習計画は、学生がより良い結果を得るのに役立ちます。

C1 noun /ˈhɛzɪtənsi/

hesitancy

ためらい

Meaning

The tendency to pause or delay due to uncertainty or fear.

Example

His hesitancy in answering made everyone doubt his confidence.

彼の答えに対するためらいは、誰もが彼の自信に疑問を抱かせました。

B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

欠陥

Meaning

a defect or imperfection in something

Example

The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.

ダイヤモンドにはほとんど見えない小さな欠陥がありました。

B2 noun /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

士官候補生

Meaning

A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.

Example

The cadet marched proudly in the parade.

士官候補生はパレードで誇らしげに行進した。

C1 noun /ˈɜːr.θən pɒt/

Earthen pot

土鍋

Meaning

a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing

Example

The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer.

土鍋は夏に水を自然に冷たく保ちます。

C1 noun /ˈstjuːpər/

stupor

昏迷

Meaning

a state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility

Example

He remained in a stupor after hearing the shocking news.

彼は衝撃的なニュースを聞いた後、昏迷状態に陥った。

C1 adjective /ˈɪmpjəd(ə)nt/

impudent

無礼な、厚かましい

Meaning

not showing due respect for another person; rude

Example

The impudent child talked back to the teacher.

その無礼な子供は先生に逆らった。

C2 adjective /ˈɛrənt/

errant

逸脱した

Meaning

behaving wrongly or straying from the proper course or standards

Example

The teacher disciplined the errant student.

教師は逸脱した生徒を罰しました。

C2 noun /ˈpær.ɪ.saɪd/

parricide

親殺し

Meaning

The act of killing one's father, mother, or other close relative.

Example

The court tried him for parricide after the tragic incident.

悲劇的な事件の後、裁判所は彼を親殺しの罪で裁いた。

C1 noun /rɪˌmjuː.nəˈreɪ.ʃən/

Remuneration

報酬; 報奨金; 料金

Meaning

money paid for work or services; compensation or reward

Example

The job offers excellent remuneration and benefits.

その仕事は優れた報酬と福利厚生を提供します。

C2 noun /ˈseɪ.li.əns/

salience

顕著性

Meaning

The quality of being particularly noticeable or important; prominence.

Example

The salience of the issue was highlighted in the debate.

その問題の顕著性は討論で強調されました。

C1 adjective /ˈɪntrɪkət/

intricate

複雑

Meaning

very detailed, complex, and difficult to understand

Example

The artist created an intricate pattern on the wall.

アーティストは壁に複雑な模様を作り出しました。

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。

C1 verb /ˈlɪŋɡər/

linger

必要以上に長く留まる

Meaning

to stay in a place longer than necessary; to persist

Example

The smell of coffee lingered in the kitchen.

コーヒーの香りがキッチンに長く残った。

C2 adjective /sɛpˈtɛnɪəl/

septennial

7年ごとの

Meaning

Occurring every seven years.

Example

The festival is a septennial tradition in the village.

その祭りは村で7年ごとの伝統です。

C1 noun /ˈpɒlɪɡɒn/

polygon

多角形

Meaning

a flat shape with three or more straight sides

Example

The artist drew a colorful polygon on the canvas.

アーティストはキャンバスにカラフルなポリゴンを描きました。

B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

急増

Meaning

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

Example

The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.

ゲートが開くと、群衆は前方に押し寄せました。

C1 noun /ˈkwɔːrəm/

quorum

定足数

Meaning

The minimum number of members needed to conduct official business in a meeting.

Example

The board meeting was postponed because there was no quorum.

クォーラムがなかったため、理事会の会議は延期されました。

C1 adjective /fəˈnɛtɪk/

phonetic

音声的な

Meaning

relating to the sounds of speech or pronunciation

Example

The teacher taught the students the phonetic spelling of difficult words.

先生は生徒たちに難しい単語の音声的な綴りを教えました。

C1 adjective, noun /rɪˈsiːvəbl/

receivable

回収可能

Meaning

Money that is owed to a company and is expected to be paid.

Example

The company's receivables increased significantly this quarter.

会社の売掛金は今四半期に大幅に増加しました。

C2 adjective /ˈwɪspi/

wispy

細くて儚い

Meaning

Thin, delicate, and weak in appearance or form.

Example

Her wispy hair blew gently in the breeze.

彼女の細い髪は風にそっと舞っていた。

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

呼び起こす

Meaning

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

その古い歌は彼女の子供時代の思い出を呼び起こしました。

A2 noun /maʊθ/

Mouth

口

Meaning

the opening in the face used for eating, drinking, speaking, and breathing

Example

Please open your mouth wide for the dentist to examine.

歯医者が検査できるように、口を広く開けてください。

C1 noun /ˈmʌltɪplaɪər/

multiplier

乗数

Meaning

a number or factor by which another number is multiplied; something that increases the effect or value of something else

Example

In economics, government spending can act as a multiplier for economic growth.

経済学では、政府支出が成長の乗数となることがある。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

取り壊す

Meaning

to destroy completely, especially a building or structure

Example

The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.

その都市は新しいものを作るために古いスタジアムを取り壊すことに決めました。

C2 verb /ˈvɛdʒɪteɪt/

vegetate

無為に過ごす

Meaning

to live in a dull, inactive, or unchallenging way, often with little physical or mental effort

Example

He spent his vacation vegetating on the couch in front of the TV.

彼はソファでテレビの前に座って、休暇を過ごしました。

C2 noun /ˈpoʊltɪs/

poultice

温かい薬草の湿布

Meaning

a soft, moist mass of material applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation

Example

The nurse applied a warm poultice to his injured leg.

看護師は彼の怪我した足に温かい湿布を貼った。

C2 noun /ˌɔːrəˈtɔːri.oʊ/

oratorio

宗教音楽作品

Meaning

A large-scale musical composition for orchestra, choir, and soloists, usually on a sacred theme, performed without costumes or scenery.

Example

Handel's 'Messiah' is one of the most famous oratorios ever written.

ヘンデルの『メサイア』は最も有名なオラトリオの1つです。

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 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

季節的

Meaning

relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons

Example

Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.

多くの企業は休暇中に季節労働者を雇います。

A1 verb, noun /kraɪ/

cry

Meaning

To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.

Example

The baby began to cry when she was hungry.

C1 noun /ˈkɑːrkəs/

carcass

動物の死体

Meaning

the dead body of an animal, especially after being slaughtered

Example

Vultures fed on the carcass left in the field.

ハゲワシは野原に残された死体を食べていた。

C2 verb /ˈɡræn.jʊ.leɪt/

granulate

顆粒化する

Meaning

To form or cause to form into grains or small particles.

Example

The sugar began to granulate as it cooled.

砂糖は冷えるとグラニュレートし始めました。

C1 adjective /təˈrɛstriəl/

terrestrial

陸生

Meaning

Relating to the Earth or land as opposed to the sea or air; living or growing on land.

Example

Humans are terrestrial beings who live on land.

人間は陸上で生きる陸生の生物です。

B1 noun /ʃɑːrk/

Shark

サメ

Meaning

a large marine fish with sharp teeth and a cartilaginous skeleton

Example

The shark is a powerful predator of the ocean.

サメは海の強力な捕食者です。

B1 noun ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns

artificial intelligence

人工知能

Meaning

The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.

Example

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education through smart tutoring.

人工知能はスマートチュータリングを通じて教育を革新しています。

C1 verb /ˈɒp.tɪ.maɪz/

optimize

最適化する

Meaning

To make the best or most effective use of a situation, opportunity, or resource.

Example

The company is working to optimize its supply chain.

会社はサプライチェーンの最適化に取り組んでいます。

B1 adjective ɪˈfek.tɪv

effective

効果的な

Meaning

Successful in producing a desired or intended result; having the power to influence or produce a result.

Example

Effective policies drive organizational success.

効果的な政策は組織の成功を促進します。

C1 noun /haɪˈpɜːrbəli/

hyperbole

誇張法

Meaning

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

Example

Saying 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse' is a classic example of hyperbole.

'私は馬を食べることができるほどお腹がすいている' は誇張法の典型的な例です。

B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

疑わしい

Meaning

doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion

Example

His questionable business practices led to an investigation.

彼の疑わしいビジネス慣行は調査を引き起こしました。

B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

侵食

Meaning

The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.

Example

Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.

権力争いはしばしば人間性の侵食を引き起こします。

C1 adjective /ˈskeɪ.li/

Scaly

鱗状の

Meaning

covered with scales; having a rough surface like scales

Example

The fish has scaly skin.

その魚はうろこ状の皮膚を持っています。

C2 noun /ˈɔːriˌoʊl/

aureole

オーラ

Meaning

A halo or radiance surrounding the head or body, often in religious art.

Example

The painting showed the saint with an aureole around his head.

その絵は、聖人が頭の周りにオーラを持っているのを示していました。

C2 adjective /ˈfʊl.dʒənt/

fulgent

輝かしい

Meaning

Shining brightly; dazzling.

Example

The fulgent stars lit up the night sky.

輝かしい星々が夜空を照らした。