C1 adjective /rɪˈvɜː.sə.bəl/

Reversible

可逆的な

Meaning

able to be turned the other way around; able to be undone or changed back

Example

This jacket is reversible and can be worn on both sides.

このジャケットはリバーシブルで、両面で着られます。

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。

C1 verb /dɪˈteɪn/

detain

Meaning

to keep someone from proceeding; to hold back, especially by official authority

Example

The police detained the suspect for questioning.

C1 adjective /suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/

superlative

最上級

Meaning

Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.

Example

Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation.

彼女のパフォーマンスは最上級で、スタンディングオベーションを受けました。

C1 noun nɪˈmɒnɪks

mnemonics

記憶術、助記符

Meaning

A technique to aid memory; a device such as a pattern of letters, ideas, or associations

Example

Mnemonics help in remembering complex concepts easily.

ニーモニクスは複雑な概念を簡単に覚えるのに役立ちます。

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。

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːmiəbl/

impermeable

不透水の

Meaning

Not allowing fluid or gas to pass through.

Example

The container is made of impermeable plastic.

その容器は不透水のプラスチックでできています。

C1 verb, noun /ˈbreɪnˌwɒʃ/

brainwash

洗脳する

Meaning

to manipulate someone into adopting certain beliefs by repeated pressure or propaganda; the act or process of such manipulation

Example

The group tried to brainwash new members with constant propaganda.

その団体は新しいメンバーを洗脳しようとした。

C1 adjective /ˈpiːvɪʃ/

peevish

気難しい

Meaning

Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.

Example

The child grew peevish when denied candy.

子供はキャンディをもらえなかったので、怒りっぽくなりました。

C1 adjective /dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋ/

disquieting

不安を引き起こす

Meaning

Causing worry, unease, or anxiety.

Example

The news report was deeply disquieting to the public.

そのニュース報告は公衆にとって非常に不安を引き起こすものでした。

C1 verb /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːrt/

disconcert

動揺させる

Meaning

To unsettle, confuse, or disturb the composure of someone.

Example

The sudden change of plans disconcerted the team.

突然の計画変更がチームを混乱させた。

C1 noun /ˈhed.weɪ/

Headway

進展; 前進; 発展

Meaning

forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult

Example

Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine.

挑戦にもかかわらず、研究チームは新しいワクチンの開発において重要な進展を遂げました。

C1 verb /ˈliːɡəlaɪz/

legalize

合法化する

Meaning

To make something lawful by official approval.

Example

The government decided to legalize online businesses.

政府はオンラインビジネスを合法化することを決定しました。

C1 noun ˌvɛn.əˈreɪ.ʃən

veneration

尊敬

Meaning

Great respect; reverence; the action of regarding with great respect or reverence.

Example

Many cultures show veneration for their ancestors.

多くの文化が祖先に対して尊敬を示します。

C1 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

disengage

解放する

Meaning

To release or detach oneself from something; to withdraw.

Example

He tried to disengage from the heated argument.

彼は熱い議論から解放しようとした。

C1 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːlt/

exalt

Meaning

to praise highly or raise in rank, honor, or power

Example

The community exalted the teacher for his dedication.

C1 adjective /ˈhɪd.i.əs/

Hideous

ひどい; 醜い; 恐ろしい

Meaning

extremely ugly or unpleasant; causing shock or disgust

Example

The monster in the movie had a hideous appearance.

映画のモンスターはひどい外見をしていました。

C1 verb /ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

reaffirm

再確認する

Meaning

To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.

Example

The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform.

大統領は教育改革への取り組みを再確認した。

C1 noun/verb /ˈbɔɪ/ or /ˈbuːi/

buoy

ブイ, 浮かべる

Meaning

A floating marker on water; to keep something afloat or encourage someone.

Example

The news buoyed their spirits after the loss.

ニュースは喪失後、彼らの気持ちを高めました。

C1 adjective /ˈænsɪləri/

ancillary

補助的な

Meaning

providing necessary support to the main system or organization

Example

The company provides ancillary services to the healthcare industry.

その会社は医療業界に補助的なサービスを提供しています。

C1 noun /ˈsɔːl.tɪd fɪʃ/

Salted fish

塩漬けの魚

Meaning

fish preserved with salt; dried and salted fish for storage

Example

Salted fish is a traditional way to preserve seafood.

塩漬けの魚はシーフードを保存する伝統的な方法です。

C1 verb məˈnɒp.ə.laɪz

monopolize

独占する

Meaning

Control exclusively, dominate market.

Example

The company tried to monopolize the market.

その会社は市場を独占しようとした。

C1 noun /ˈwɪndfɔːl/

windfall

思いがけない利益

Meaning

an unexpected piece of good fortune, typically a large amount of money

Example

The startup received a windfall when a major client paid for a full year in advance.

スタートアップは重要な顧客が1年分前払いした際に思いがけない利益を得ました。

C1 noun /θiˈɒlədʒi/

theology

神学

Meaning

The study of the nature of God and religious beliefs.

Example

She is pursuing a degree in theology at the university.

彼女は大学で神学の学位を取得しています。

C1 noun /ˈhɪpnətɪzəm/

hypnotism

催眠術

Meaning

The practice or act of inducing hypnosis.

Example

He studied hypnotism as part of his psychology degree.

彼は心理学の学位の一環として催眠術を学びました。

C1 noun /ˈsɪndɪkət/

syndicate

シンジケート

Meaning

A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.

Example

A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company.

投資家のシンジケートが困難な会社を買収しました。

C1 verb/noun /ˈkrɒn.ɪ.kəl/

chronicle

出来事を発生した順番で記録する

Meaning

To record events in the order in which they happened; a written record of historical events.

Example

She decided to chronicle her journey through a blog.

彼女はブログを通じて彼女の旅を記録することに決めました。

C1 noun /kuːp/

coop

鶏や他の鳥のための小さな囲いまたは小屋

Meaning

a small enclosure or cage for chickens or other birds

Example

The farmer checked the chickens in the coop every morning.

農夫は毎朝小屋の中の鶏をチェックしていました。

C1 noun /fəˈsɑːd/

facade

ファサード

Meaning

The front of a building; a false or superficial appearance

Example

The building's glass facade reflected the sunset.

建物のガラスのファサードは日没を反映していた。

C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərəl/

corporal

伍長

Meaning

relating to the body; a low-ranking officer in the military

Example

He suffered a corporal punishment for his mistake.

彼はミスのために体罰を受けました。

C1 verb /rɪˈzaʊnd/

resound

反響する

Meaning

To fill a place with sound; to be celebrated or talked about widely.

Example

The hall resounded with applause.

ホールは拍手で反響しました。

C1 verb /ɪɡˈnaɪt/

ignite

点火する

Meaning

To catch fire or cause to catch fire; to start or arouse.

Example

The sparks ignited the dry leaves in seconds.

火花が数秒で乾燥した葉に火をつけた。

C1 adjective /proʊˈzeɪ.ɪk/

prosaic

平凡な

Meaning

ordinary, dull, or lacking imagination

Example

The teacher’s explanation was accurate but rather prosaic.

先生の説明は正確でしたが、かなり平凡でした。

C1 adjective /ˈpen.ɪ.ləs/

Penniless

無一文; 極貧; 完全に金がない

Meaning

having no money; extremely poor; completely without funds

Example

After losing his job, he became penniless.

仕事を失った後、彼は無一文になった。

C1 noun /moʊt/

moat

堀

Meaning

A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or town, often filled with water, for defense.

Example

The castle was protected by a wide moat filled with water.

城は水で満たされた広い堀によって守られていました。

C1 adjective /ˈsɒnɪk/

sonic

音速の

Meaning

Relating to or involving sound waves or speed of sound.

Example

The jet created a loud boom when it broke the sonic barrier.

ジェット機は音速の壁を越えたとき、大きな爆発音を作り出しました。

C1 noun ˈiː.pɒk

epoch

時代

Meaning

A period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or particular characteristics.

Example

The invention of the internet marked a new epoch in human history.

インターネットの発明は人類の歴史に新しい時代を刻みました。

C1 noun /ˈɑːr.tər.i/

Artery

動脈

Meaning

a blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body

Example

The doctor checked the pulse in his artery.

医者は彼の動脈で脈拍を確認した。

C1 adjective /bəˈroʊk/

baroque

バロック様式

Meaning

relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of art, architecture, or music from the 17th and early 18th centuries; excessively elaborate or complex

Example

The church was decorated in a baroque style with intricate details.

教会はバロック様式で複雑な詳細で飾られていました。

C1 noun /ˈnɛkˌlaɪn/

neckline

ネックライン

Meaning

the edge of a garment around the neck, especially as cut to form a particular shape

Example

The dress has a beautiful V-shaped neckline.

そのドレスには美しいV字型のネックラインがあります。

C1 verb /taʊt/

tout

宣伝する

Meaning

to promote, praise, or advertise aggressively

Example

The company touted its new product as a game-changer.

その会社は新しい製品をゲームチェンジャーとして宣伝した。

C1 adjective /ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/

vegetative

成長や生命の基本的なプロセスに関連する、しばしば意識的な思考や活動なしで

Meaning

relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity

Example

The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident.

事故の後、患者は植物状態にとどまっていました。

C1 adjective /ˈædʒ.aɪl/

agile

素早く柔軟

Meaning

able to move quickly and easily; quick and adaptable in thinking or action

Example

The startup team was agile in responding to market changes.

スタートアップチームは市場の変化に迅速に対応しました。

C1 adjective /ˈhɛlθfəl/

healthful

健康的な

Meaning

Promoting good health; beneficial to health.

Example

A healthful diet includes fresh fruits and vegetables.

健康的な食事には新鮮な果物と野菜が含まれています。

C1 adjective /ˈskænti/

Scanty

小さいサイズまたは量; 不十分; ほとんど十分

Meaning

small in size or amount; insufficient; barely adequate

Example

The refugee camp had scanty food supplies.

難民キャンプにはわずかな食料供給がありました。

C1 verb /ˈtrɪkl̩/

trickle

滴る

Meaning

To flow or fall in a small, slow stream or drops.

Example

Water began to trickle down the wall after the heavy rain.

激しい雨の後、水は壁をゆっくりと流れ始めた。

C1 verb /sluː/

slew

急に曲がる

Meaning

To turn or slide violently in a particular direction.

Example

The car slewed across the icy road.

車は凍った道路を滑っていった。

C1 noun/verb /fliːs/

fleece

Meaning

The woolly covering of a sheep; as a verb, to swindle or cheat someone.

Example

The farmer sheared the sheep’s fleece carefully.

C1 preposition /ˈbɑːrɪŋ/

barring

を除いて、を除く

Meaning

except for; if not for

Example

Barring a miracle, the team will not win the championship.

奇跡を除いて、チームはチャンピオンシップを勝ち取らない。

C1 verb /ˈɡrændstænd/

grandstand

注目や拍手を求めて見せかけの行動をする

Meaning

To seek attention or applause by behaving or speaking in a showy way.

Example

The actor was accused of grandstanding during the charity event.

その俳優はチャリティイベントでグランドスタンディングをしていると非難された。

C1 adjective /ɪˈklɛktɪk/

eclectic

エクレクティック

Meaning

Selecting or deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a broad and diverse range of sources.

Example

Her taste in music is eclectic, ranging from classical to hip-hop.

彼女の音楽の好みはエクレクティックで、クラシックからヒップホップまで幅広いです。

C1 adjective /ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛəriən/

utilitarian

Meaning

Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; relating to the doctrine that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority.

Example

The building had a simple utilitarian design.

C1 verb /bɪˈsiːdʒ/

besiege

包囲する

Meaning

to surround a place with armed forces to capture it; to overwhelm with requests or attention

Example

The city was besieged by enemy troops.

その都市は敵軍によって包囲されました。

C1 adjective ˈflʌd proʊn

flood-prone

洪水に見舞われやすい

Meaning

Susceptible to flooding; likely to experience floods frequently.

Example

Bangladesh is a flood-prone deltaic nation.

バングラデシュは洪水が発生しやすいデルタ国家です。

C1 noun /ɪkˈspoʊnənt/

exponent

指数

Meaning

a person who supports, promotes, or explains an idea; in math, a symbol denoting power

Example

She is a leading exponent of modern dance.

彼女は現代舞踏の先駆者です。

C1 adjective /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/

subjective

主観的

Meaning

based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts

Example

Beauty is often considered a subjective concept.

美しさはしばしば主観的な概念と見なされます。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈsaɪtli/

unsightly

見苦しい

Meaning

Unpleasant to look at; ugly.

Example

The garbage pile created an unsightly view in the park.

ゴミの山は公園に見苦しい景色を作り出した。

C1 adjective /ˈzoʊ.nəl/

Zonal

ゾーン式

Meaning

relating to or arranged in zones; of, relating to, or having the form of a zone

Example

The city implemented a zonal parking system to manage traffic congestion.

都市は交通渋滞を管理するためにゾーン式駐車システムを導入しました。

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 /ˈhiːdəˌnɪzəm/

hedonism

快楽主義

Meaning

The pursuit of pleasure and self-indulgence as the highest goal.

Example

The lifestyle of the rich is often criticized as pure hedonism.

金持ちのライフスタイルはしばしば純粋な快楽主義として批判されます。

C1 adjective ˈkrɪp.tɪk

cryptic

暗号的, 謎めいた, 不明確な

Meaning

Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure; difficult to understand.

Example

The message was cryptic and hard to decipher.

そのメッセージは暗号的で解読が難しかった。

C1 noun /ˈvʌl.tʃər/

Vulture

ハゲワシ

Meaning

a large bird of prey that feeds mainly on carrion

Example

The vulture circled overhead, waiting for its prey.

ハゲワシは空を旋回しながら、その獲物を待っていました。

C1 adjective ɪnˈkʌm.bənt

incumbent

義務的な

Meaning

necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.

Example

It is incumbent upon all citizens to obey the law.

すべての市民が法律を守るのは義務である。

C1 adjective /əˈmiːnəbl/

amenable

協力的

Meaning

willing to cooperate or be influenced; open to suggestions

Example

She was amenable to the idea of working longer hours.

彼女は長時間働くという考えに賛成だった。

C1 noun kənˈfɔː.mə.ti

conformity

順応、適合、従順

Meaning

Compliance with standards, rules, or laws. Behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions.

Example

Strict conformity to the rules ensures order in society.

規則の厳格な順守は社会の秩序を保証します。

C1 adjective /ˈɪnfəməs/

infamous

悪名高い

Meaning

well known for some bad quality or deed

Example

The dictator was infamous for his cruelty.

その独裁者はその残虐さで悪名高かった。

C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈvæljuː/

undervalue

過小評価する

Meaning

To assign too low a value or importance to something or someone.

Example

She felt that her boss consistently undervalued her contributions.

彼女は自分の上司が彼女の貢献を一貫して過小評価していると感じていた。

C1 noun /ˈoʊ.vər spɪl/

Over-spill

オーバーフロー

Meaning

the overflow of liquid from a container; excess that cannot be contained

Example

The overspill from the river flooded nearby farms.

川の溢れが近くの農場を水浸しにした。

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。

C1 adjective /ˈɪndɪɡoʊ bluː/

Indigo-blue

インディゴブルー

Meaning

a deep blue color with a purplish tinge

Example

The indigo-blue sky looked magnificent at twilight.

インディゴブルーの空は夕暮れ時に壮大に見えた。

C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌθɔːt/

forethought

先見の明

Meaning

careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future

Example

With a little forethought, we could have avoided the problem.

少しの先見の明で、この問題を避けることができたかもしれません。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈtrɛntʃt/

entrenched

根付いている

Meaning

Firmly established and unlikely to change.

Example

Corruption is deeply entrenched in the system.

腐敗はシステムに深く根付いています。

C1 noun /buːn/

boon

恩恵

Meaning

A thing that is helpful or beneficial.

Example

The internet is a boon to modern education.

インターネットは現代教育にとって恩恵です。

C1 noun /ˌɪnfɪˈdɛləti/

infidelity

不倫

Meaning

the act of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner

Example

Their marriage ended due to his infidelity.

彼らの結婚は彼の不倫が原因で終わった。

C1 verb /doʊt/

dote

溺愛する

Meaning

to show excessive love or fondness for someone or something

Example

She tends to dote on her grandchildren.

彼女は孫たちに溺愛する傾向があります。

C1 verb /prɪˈdɒmɪneɪt/

predominate

支配する

Meaning

To be the strongest, most common, or most influential element.

Example

Traditional values still predominate in the community.

伝統的な価値観はコミュニティ内で依然として支配的です。

C1 noun /ˈɡæmbɪt/

gambit

ギャンビット

Meaning

a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation

Example

His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise.

彼の討論でのギャンビットは、みんなを驚かせました。

C1 verb /əˈprɛs/

oppress

抑圧する

Meaning

to keep someone down by harsh and unfair use of authority; to suppress

Example

The dictator oppressed the people for decades.

独裁者は何十年も人々を抑圧した。

C1 noun /ˈfɔːrˌrʌnər/

forerunner

先駆者

Meaning

A person or thing that comes before another; a predecessor or harbinger.

Example

The Wright brothers were the forerunners of modern aviation.

ライト兄弟は現代の航空の先駆者でした。

C1 noun /ˌɒk.sɪ.dʒɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

oxygenation

酸素供給または治療

Meaning

The process of supplying or treating with oxygen.

Example

Deep breathing exercises improve oxygenation of the body.

深呼吸の練習は身体の酸素供給を改善します。

C1 adverb /ˈnoʊɪŋli/

knowingly

故意に

Meaning

in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally

Example

She knowingly kept the secret from her friends.

彼女は故意に友達に秘密を隠しました。

C1 noun /rɪt/

writ

裁判所命令

Meaning

A formal written order issued by a court.

Example

The judge issued a writ of habeas corpus.

裁判官はハベアス・コーパス命令を発行しました。

C1 noun /prəˈpɛlər/

propeller

プロペラ

Meaning

A mechanical device with blades that rotates to drive a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle forward.

Example

The airplane’s propeller cut through the air with great speed.

飛行機のプロペラは大きな速さで空気を切った。

C1 adjective /ˌɪntərˈtʃeɪndʒəbl/

interchangeable

交換可能な

Meaning

able to be exchanged with each other without difference or loss of function

Example

These machine parts are interchangeable, so they can be replaced easily.

これらの機械部品は交換可能なため、簡単に交換できます。

C1 adjective /skəˈlæstɪk/

scholastic

学問的な

Meaning

Relating to schools, education, or academic learning.

Example

The school organizes scholastic competitions every year.

学校は毎年学問的な競技を開催します。

C1 adjective /ˌret.rəˈspek.tɪv/

Retrospective

回顧的な

Meaning

looking back on or dealing with past events or situations

Example

The museum held a retrospective exhibition of the artist's work.

美術館はその画家の作品の回顧展を開催した。

C1 noun /ˈpælɪt/

pallet

プラットフォーム

Meaning

a flat wooden platform used for moving or storing goods; also a makeshift bed

Example

The boxes were stacked on a wooden pallet for easy transport.

箱は簡単に輸送できるように木製のパレットに積まれました。

C1 adjective /ˈbɛndi/

bendy

柔軟な

Meaning

Easily curved or flexible.

Example

The bendy straw made it easier to drink from the cup.

曲がるストローでカップから飲むのが楽になった。

C1 noun/verb /rɪˈpriːz/

reprise

繰り返し

Meaning

A repetition or return to an earlier theme, role, or action.

Example

The actor reprised his role in the sequel.

俳優は続編で自分の役を再演しました。

C1 adjective /ˈɛm.ɪ.nənt/

eminent

著名

Meaning

Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.

Example

He is an eminent scientist known for groundbreaking research.

彼は画期的な研究で知られる著名な科学者です。

C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈruːl/

overrule

却下する

Meaning

to reject or disallow by exercising one's superior authority; to override a decision

Example

The judge overruled the objection from the defense attorney.

裁判官は弁護側の異議を却下した。

C1 noun ˌlɪb.ərˈeɪ.ʃən

liberation

解放

Meaning

The action of setting someone free from imprisonment, slavery, or oppression; release.

Example

Liberation movements inspired many countries.

解放運動は多くの国々に影響を与えました。

C1 noun /pəˈzɛsər/

possessor

所有者

Meaning

A person who owns or holds something.

Example

The possessor of the land built a new house.

土地の所有者は新しい家を建てました。

C1 adjective /ˈfænsiːd/

fancied

想像された, 願われた

Meaning

imagined, desired, or believed without evidence

Example

He is a fancied suitor in the eyes of the young lady.

彼は若い女性の目には想像上の求婚者です。

C1 verb /sɪft/

sift

ふるいにかける / 注意深く調べる

Meaning

to separate or sort through carefully, often using a sieve or by examining closely

Example

She sifted the flour before adding it to the cake mixture.

ケーキのミックスに加える前に、小麦粉をふるいにかけました。

C1 noun ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

systematic strategy

体系的戦略

Meaning

A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.

Example

A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.

目標を達成するために体系的戦略が採用されました。

C1 noun /ˈhaɪbrɪd/

hybrid

ハイブリッド

Meaning

a mixture of two different things, often combining the best qualities of both

Example

The car is a hybrid that runs on both electricity and fuel.

その車は電気と燃料の両方で走るハイブリッド車です。

C1 verb /klɪntʃ/

clinch

Meaning

To secure or settle something decisively; to grasp tightly.

Example

The team clinched the championship with a last-minute goal.

C1 noun, verb /ˈskʌf.əl/

scuffle

乱闘

Meaning

a short, confused fight or struggle; to engage in such a fight

Example

Two players scuffled on the field after the foul.

ファウルの後、二人の選手がフィールドで殴り合った。

C1 verb /aʊst/

oust

追放する

Meaning

To remove someone from a position or place of power or authority.

Example

The rebels ousted the dictator from power.

反乱者は独裁者を権力から追い出しました。

C1 verb /dɪˈsɛnt/

dissent

Meaning

To hold or express opinions that are different from those officially accepted.

Example

Several members dissented from the majority decision.

C1 verb /əbˈzɒlv/

absolve

解放する

Meaning

to free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility; to pardon

Example

The priest absolved him of his sins.

牧師は彼を罪から解放した。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈwɪtɪŋ/

unwitting

無自覚

Meaning

Not aware of what is happening; done without realizing.

Example

She became an unwitting participant in the scam.

彼女は詐欺の無自覚な参加者になった。

C1 verb /dɪˈmiːn/

demean

侮辱する

Meaning

to cause someone to lose dignity or respect

Example

The manager demeaned his employees with rude remarks.

マネージャーは粗野なコメントで社員を侮辱しました。

C1 noun /ˈpɪk.æks/

Pick-axe

ツルハシ

Meaning

a tool with a heavy metal head and long handle used for breaking up hard ground or rock

Example

The miner used a pick-axe to break through the rocky surface.

鉱夫は岩の表面を壊すためにツルハシを使用しました。

C1 noun ɪˈveɪ.ʒən

evasion

回避

Meaning

The practice of avoiding or escaping from something, especially responsibility or duty.

Example

His evasion of responsibilities frustrated his colleagues.

彼の責任回避は同僚を苛立たせました。

C1 adjective /ˈprɪvi/

privy

秘密の知識

Meaning

having access to secret or private knowledge

Example

She was privy to the confidential discussions.

彼女は機密の議論に通じていました。

C1 adjective /ʌnˈsəʊʃəbl/

unsociable

非社交的な

Meaning

not enjoying the company of others; avoiding social interaction

Example

He became unsociable after moving to a new city.

新しい街に引っ越してから、彼は非社交的になった。

C1 adjective /ˈɪrɪtəbl/

irritable

Meaning

easily annoyed or made angry

Example

She became irritable after working long hours without rest.

C1 verb /ɪnˈvɜːrt/

invert

逆さにする

Meaning

To turn something upside down or in the opposite position, order, or direction.

Example

He inverted the glass to let the water drain out.

彼は水が流れ出るようにグラスを逆さまにしました。

C1 noun /ˈtæm.ər.ɪnd/

Tamarind

タマリンド

Meaning

a brown tropical fruit with a tangy, sour taste used in cooking and beverages

Example

Tamarind is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines for its sour flavor.

タマリンドはその酸っぱい味でアジアや中東の料理でよく使われます。

C1 adjective /ˈperɪɡrɪn/

Peregrine

移動する; 渡り鳥; 旅行する

Meaning

wandering; traveling; migratory

Example

The peregrine falcon is known for its incredible speed.

ハヤブサはその驚異的な速度で知られています。

C1 verb /diːˈhaɪdreɪt/

dehydrate

Meaning

to remove water from something; to lose water or body fluids

Example

Running in the heat can quickly dehydrate you.

C1 noun /ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/

introvert

内向的

Meaning

A person who tends to be shy and prefers spending time alone rather than in groups.

Example

As an introvert, he preferred reading over attending parties.

内向的な性格として、パーティに参加するよりも読書の方が好きでした。

C1 verb /pəˈruːz/

peruse

幸福

Meaning

to read something carefully and thoroughly; sometimes used to mean to browse casually

Example

She sat down to peruse the contract before signing it.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、その幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

C1 noun /mɪˈlɛniəm/

millennium

千年紀

Meaning

a period of one thousand years; often used to mark an anniversary

Example

The year 2000 was celebrated as the beginning of a new millennium.

2000年は新しい千年紀の始まりとして祝われました。

C1 noun esˈθet.ɪks

aesthetics

美学

Meaning

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

Example

Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality.

インテリアデザインは美学と機能性に焦点を当てています。

C1 noun /ˈvæɡ.ə.bɒnd/

Vagabond

浮浪者; 放浪者

Meaning

a person who has no home or job and travels from place to place

Example

The old vagabond wandered through the streets looking for food.

年老いた浮浪者は食べ物を探して街を歩いていた。

C1 adjective /ˌhɛtərəˈʤiːniəs/

heterogeneous

異種の

Meaning

consisting of different kinds or diverse elements

Example

The classroom was filled with a heterogeneous group of students.

教室は異種の学生のグループでいっぱいだった。

C1 verb /ˈtæn.tə.laɪz/

tantalize

誘惑する

Meaning

To tease or torment someone with the promise of something desirable but unattainable.

Example

The aroma of the bakery tantalized the hungry children.

ベーカリーの香りが空腹の子供たちを誘惑した。

C1 verb /ɪˈnʌnsieɪt/

enunciate

明確に発音する

Meaning

to pronounce words clearly; to express an idea clearly

Example

The teacher asked him to enunciate each word.

先生は彼に各単語を明確に発音するように頼んだ。