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B2 noun /rɪm/

rim

縁
Meaning
the outer edge or border of a circular object
Example
The coffee cup had a chip on its rim.
コーヒーカップの縁にひびが入っていました。
B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

比率
Meaning
a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second
Example
The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
クラスでの男の子と女の子の比率は2:1です。
C1 noun ˌdiːˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

deregulation

規制緩和
Meaning
The removal or reduction of government regulations in an economic sector.
Example
Deregulation has increased competition in the telecommunications sector.
規制緩和は通信業界で競争を促進しました。
C1 noun /ˈheɪvən/

haven

避難所
Meaning
a safe place or shelter
Example
The library became a haven for students during exams.
試験中、図書館は学生たちの避難所となった。
A2 noun /ˈkjuː.kʌm.bər/

Cucumber

きゅうり
Meaning
a long green vegetable with watery flesh, eaten raw in salads or cooked
Example
I added fresh cucumber slices to my salad.
サラダに新鮮なキュウリのスライスを加えました。
C2 adjective /kənˈsʌmptɪv/

consumptive

消費的な
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by consumption; historically used to describe someone suffering from tuberculosis.
Example
The doctor advised against consumptive habits.
医者は消費的な習慣を避けるようにアドバイスした。
A1 noun /faɪər/

Fire

火
Meaning
combustion or burning, in which substances combine chemically with oxygen from the air
Example
The fire in the fireplace provided warmth and a cozy atmosphere.
暖炉の火は温かさと居心地の良い雰囲気を提供しました。
B1 adjective /ədˈvɛnʧərəs/

adventurous

冒険的な
Meaning
Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.
Example
They participated in adventurous activities like kayaking and hiking.
彼らはカヤックやハイキングなどの冒険的な活動に参加しました。
B2 verb /fɔɪl/

foil

阻止する
Meaning
To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.
Example
The police foiled the robbery attempt.
警察は強盗未遂を阻止した。
B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

タラ
Meaning
A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food
Example
The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.
漁師は北大西洋で大きなタラを捕まえた。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/

inglorious

不名誉な
Meaning
Causing shame or disgrace; not bringing honor or glory.
Example
The army suffered an inglorious defeat.
軍隊は不名誉な敗北を喫した。
C1 noun /ʃæˈtoʊ/

chateau

フランスの城
Meaning
a large French country house or castle
Example
They stayed in a beautiful chateau in France.
彼らはフランスの美しい城に泊まりました。
C2 noun /ˈbriːzˌweɪ/

breezeway

屋根付き通路
Meaning
A roofed outdoor passage, often connecting two buildings.
Example
The breezeway connected the house to the garage.
その通路は家とガレージを繋げていた。
C2 adjective /ˈsʌb.æs.ɪd/

subacid

やや酸っぱい
Meaning
Slightly sour or acidic in taste or nature.
Example
The fruit had a subacid flavor that was refreshing on a hot day.
その果物はやや酸っぱい味がして、暑い日にさっぱりとした味わいだった。
C2 noun /ˈkaɪrəˌmænsi/

chiromancy

手相占い
Meaning
The practice of predicting the future by interpreting the lines on the palms of hands; palmistry.
Example
The old woman practiced chiromancy and told fortunes for travelers.
年老いた女性は手相占いを実践し、旅行者に未来を予言しました。
C1 noun /ɪˈlɪpsɪs/

ellipsis

省略記号
Meaning
The omission of words in a sentence, represented by three dots (...).
Example
The writer used an ellipsis to show that part of the quote was omitted.
作家は引用部分が省略されたことを示すために省略記号を使用しました。
A2 noun /wɔːr/

War

戦争
Meaning
a state of armed conflict between different countries or different groups within a country
Example
The war lasted for five years and caused great destruction.
戦争は5年間続き、大きな破壊を引き起こしました。
C1 noun /ˈspaɪər/

spire

尖塔
Meaning
a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially a church
Example
The church spire could be seen from miles away.
教会の尖塔は遠くから見ることができました。
C1 noun /dɪˈsɜːn.mənt/

discernment

洞察力
Meaning
The ability to judge well or understand something correctly; keen insight.
Example
His discernment in business decisions made him successful.
彼のビジネスの決定における洞察力は彼を成功させた。
C2 adjective /səˈluːtəˌtɔri/

salutatory

歓迎の挨拶
Meaning
Relating to or expressing a greeting or an address, especially at the beginning of a speech.
Example
She delivered a salutatory address at the graduation ceremony.
彼女は卒業式で歓迎の挨拶を行いました。
C2 noun /ˌhjuː.mɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

humification

腐植化
Meaning
The process of organic matter decomposition to form humus in soil.
Example
Humification enhances soil structure and fertility.
腐植化は土壌の構造と肥沃度を向上させます。
C1 noun /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒəniːz/

aborigines

アボリジニ
Meaning
The original inhabitants of a land, especially in Australia.
Example
The aborigines have preserved their traditions for thousands of years.
アボリジニーズは何千年もの間、彼らの伝統を守り続けてきました。
C1 verb /ʃʌn/

Shun

避ける
Meaning
to deliberately avoid or stay away from someone or something
Example
He shuns public attention and prefers privacy.
彼は公の注目を避け、プライバシーを好む。
C1 noun /əˈbændənmənt/

abandonment

見捨て
Meaning
the act of leaving someone or something behind completely; the state of being deserted
Example
The child suffered deep emotional pain because of abandonment.
その子供は見捨てられたことで深い感情的な痛みを受けた。
B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

ペシミズム
Meaning
A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.
Example
Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.
彼女の絶え間ないペシミズムは、楽観的でいるのを難しくしていた。
C1 noun /krəˈnɒlədʒi/

chronology

Meaning
The arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.
Example
The chronology of the dynasty was carefully studied by historians.
C1 adjective /ˌɪmprɪˈsaɪs/

imprecise

不正確
Meaning
Not exact or accurate; vague.
Example
His explanation was too imprecise to be helpful.
彼の説明はあまりにも不正確で役に立たなかった。
C2 verb /ˌmɛtəˈmɔrfoʊz/

metamorphose

変態する
Meaning
To change in form, structure, or substance; to transform completely.
Example
The caterpillar metamorphosed into a butterfly.
キャタピラは蝶に変態した。
C2 noun /ˈkruːɪt/

cruet

小さな容器
Meaning
a small container, especially for salt, pepper, oil, or vinegar, used at a dining table
Example
She filled the cruet with olive oil for the salad.
彼女はサラダのためにオリーブオイルでクルエットを満たしました。
C1 noun /ɪˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/

elaboration

詳細な説明 / 拡張
Meaning
the process of adding more detail or expanding on something
Example
The teacher appreciated the student's elaboration of the topic.
先生は学生のトピックの詳細な説明を評価しました。
C2 adjective /dɪˈkrɛpɪt/

decrepit

老朽
Meaning
worn out or weakened by age or neglect
Example
The decrepit old house was on the verge of collapse.
その老朽化した家は崩壊寸前でした。
B1 noun ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ

climate change

気候変動
Meaning
A change in global or regional climate patterns, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.
Example
Climate change is causing more natural disasters.
気候変動は、より多くの自然災害を引き起こしています。
C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

軽率
Meaning
Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.
Example
She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.
彼女は彼の真剣な質問に対して、軽率な返答をした。
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.kən.si/

Vacancy

空席; 空きポジションまたは部屋
Meaning
an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room
Example
There is a vacancy for a software engineer in our company.
私たちの会社にはソフトウェアエンジニアの空席があります。
A2 adjective /dʌtʃ/

dutch

オランダの
Meaning
relating to the Netherlands, its people, or their language
Example
She enjoys Dutch paintings from the 17th century.
彼女は17世紀のオランダの絵画を楽しんでいます。
C2 verb /preɪt/

prate

無駄話をする
Meaning
to talk foolishly or at tedious length about something
Example
He would prate endlessly about his minor achievements.
彼は彼の小さな達成について無駄に長く話すことを終わらせなかった。
A2 adjective /niːt/

Neat

きれいで整理された; よく整理された; 丁寧に作られた
Meaning
clean and tidy; well-organized; carefully done
Example
Her room is always neat and organized.
彼女の部屋はいつもきれいで整理整頓されています。
A2 noun ˈtem.pər.ə.tʃər

temperature

温度
Meaning
The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.
Example
Rising temperatures affect agricultural output.
上昇する温度は農業生産に影響を与える。
A2 noun /ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛri/

dictionary

辞書
Meaning
A reference book or electronic resource containing words, usually arranged alphabetically, with information about their meanings, pronunciations, etymologies, and usage.
Example
I looked up the word in the dictionary to understand its meaning.
意味を理解するために辞書でその単語を調べました。
C2 verb /ˈpɛrəɡrɪˌneɪt/

peregrinate

幸福
Meaning
To travel or wander from place to place.
Example
He loved to peregrinate across the countryside during summer.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠せませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈruː.mɪ.nənt/

ruminant

反芻動物
Meaning
a cud-chewing mammal, such as a cow or sheep
Example
Cows are ruminants that chew cud.
牛は反芻動物で、食べ物を再度咀嚼します。
B1 adjective /ˈrel.ə.tɪv/

Relative

相対的
Meaning
considered in comparison to something else; not absolute; comparative
Example
The cost of living is relative to your income level.
生活費はあなたの収入レベルに対して相対的です。
C1 noun /ˈɡʌstoʊ/

gusto

熱意
Meaning
great enjoyment, energy, or enthusiasm in doing something
Example
She sang the song with great gusto.
彼女はその歌を熱意を持って歌った。
A1 verb /wɪʃ/

wish

願う
Meaning
to want something to happen; to desire or hope for
Example
I wish I could fly like a bird.
私は鳥のように飛べたらいいなと思います。
B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

説得力のある; 信頼できる; 説得力のある; 誰かに何かを信じさせることができる
Meaning
believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something
Example
His convincing argument won over the entire jury.
彼の説得力のある議論は全陪審員を納得させました。
C1 adjective /ˈstætʃətɔːri/

statutory

法定
Meaning
Required, permitted, or enacted by law.
Example
The company must comply with all statutory regulations.
会社はすべての法定規制に従わなければならない。
A2 noun /sɔːlt/

Salt

塩
Meaning
white crystalline substance used for seasoning food; sodium chloride
Example
Please add some salt to the soup to enhance its flavor.
風味を引き立てるために、スープに塩を少し加えてください。
C1 noun /ˈɑːrdər/

ardor

情熱、熱意
Meaning
Great enthusiasm or passion.
Example
She spoke with ardor about her new project.
彼女は新しいプロジェクトについて情熱をもって話していました。
B2 verb /ˈɛmɪˌɡreɪt/

emigrate

移住する
Meaning
To leave one's own country in order to settle permanently in another.
Example
Many people emigrated from Europe to America in the 19th century.
多くの人々は19世紀にヨーロッパからアメリカに移住しました。
C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

無目的; 目標なし
Meaning
without purpose or direction; lacking a goal
Example
He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.
彼は無目的に街を歩いていた。
B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻想
Meaning
a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief
Example
The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.
魔術師は壮観な幻想を作り、象が消えるように見えました。
B1 noun /tɜːmz/

terms

条件
Meaning
plural of term; conditions or rules in a contract or agreement
Example
The terms of the agreement are clearly outlined in the contract.
契約条件は契約書に明確に記載されています。
C1 adjective /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Mountainous

山岳地帯の
Meaning
having many mountains; characterized by mountains
Example
The mountainous region was difficult to travel through.
その山岳地帯は旅行するのが難しかった。
C2 adjective ˈmiː.ni.əl

menial

低賃金
Meaning
Not requiring much skill and lacking prestige.
Example
He refused to do menial work.
彼は下級の仕事をすることを拒否した。
C2 noun /kɪˈrɒpədɪst/

chiropodist

足病医
Meaning
A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats foot problems.
Example
The chiropodist treated her painful corns and calluses.
足病医は彼女の痛いタコと鶏眼を治療した。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʒʊəriəs/

injurious

有害な
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause harm or damage.
Example
Smoking is injurious to health.
喫煙は健康に有害です。
A2 adjective /ˈʃaɪ.ni/

Shiny

光沢のある; 輝く;
Meaning
reflecting light; bright and polished; glossy
Example
The shiny new car caught everyone's attention.
その新しい光沢のある車は皆の注意を引きました。
A2 noun /truːθ/

Truth

真実; 正直;
Meaning
the quality or state of being true; that which is true or in accordance with fact or reality
Example
The witness promised to tell the truth during the court hearing.
証人は法廷で真実を語ることを約束した。
B2 verb /ˈvaɪbreɪt/

vibrate

振動する
Meaning
To move or cause to move continuously and rapidly back and forth.
Example
The phone began to vibrate on the table.
電話がテーブルの上で振動し始めました。
B1 noun rɪˈzɪs.təns

resistance

抵抗
Meaning
The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.
Example
The resistance fought bravely against colonial forces.
レジスタンスは植民地軍に勇敢に立ち向かいました。
B2 noun ˈmɛn.təl ˈfoʊ.kəs

mental focus

精神的集中
Meaning
The ability to concentrate deeply on a specific task or thought; mental concentration and attention.
Example
Meditation improves mental focus and cognitive performance.
瞑想は精神的集中と認知能力の向上に役立ちます。
B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

咲く；繁栄する
Meaning
to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering
Example
The roses bloom beautifully every spring.
バラは毎年春に美しく咲きます。
C1 adjective ˈkɒn.təm.plə.tɪv

contemplative

思索的または瞑想的
Meaning
Expressing or involving prolonged thought; meditative and reflective.
Example
He spent a contemplative evening reflecting on his decisions.
彼は自分の決断を振り返りながら、思索的な夕べを過ごしました。
C1 adjective /ˈpjuːtrɪd/

putrid

腐った
Meaning
decayed and emitting a foul smell
Example
The garbage smelled putrid after days in the sun.
ゴミは何日も太陽の下で放置された後、腐った臭いを発しました。
C1 verb /bæsk/

bask

日向ぼっこ
Meaning
to lie in warmth and light; to enjoy something pleasurable
Example
The cat basks in the sunny window.
猫は日差しの差す窓辺で日向ぼっこをしている。
C1 adjective /ˈdɛkədənt/

decadent

堕落的, 贅沢な
Meaning
Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline; excessively self-indulgent.
Example
The party was filled with decadent luxury and excess.
パーティーは堕落的な贅沢と過剰で満たされていました。
A2 noun /spɒt/

spot

場所
Meaning
a particular place or position
Example
I found a great spot for a picnic in the park.
公園でピクニックをするための素晴らしい場所を見つけました。
C2 verb /əˈniːl/

anneal

熱処理で硬化する
Meaning
To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.
Example
The blacksmith annealed the steel to improve its durability.
鍛冶屋は鋼を熱処理してその耐久性を向上させました。
A2 verb /sɑːlv/

solve

解決する
Meaning
to find an answer to a problem or question; to resolve a difficulty
Example
The detective finally solved the mysterious case.
探偵はついに謎の事件を解決した。
C2 noun /ˈlɔːŋ.ɡən/

Longan

Meaning
a small round tropical fruit with translucent white flesh and sweet taste, related to lychee
Example
Longan fruits are often eaten fresh or dried and are popular in Asian desserts.
C2 noun /ˌlæs.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

laceration

深い切り傷
Meaning
a deep cut or tear in skin or flesh
Example
He needed stitches for a laceration on his leg.
彼は足の深い切り傷に縫い合わせが必要でした。
B1 noun /əˈtæʧmənt/

attachment

愛着
Meaning
a strong feeling of affection or connection
Example
The attachment he felt to his hometown was undeniable.
故郷に対する愛着は否定できないものでした。
C1 noun /tækˈsɒnəmi/

taxonomy

分類学
Meaning
The science or practice of classifying things, especially organisms.
Example
Modern taxonomy helps scientists organize and study biodiversity.
現代の分類学は、科学者たちが生物多様性を整理し、研究するのを助けます。
C1 noun ˈiːkəʊˌsɪstəm ˈsɜːvɪsɪz

ecosystem services

生態系サービス
Meaning
The benefits people obtain from ecosystems.
Example
Forests provide valuable ecosystem services, such as purifying air and water.
森林は空気と水を浄化するなど、貴重な生態系サービスを提供します。
A2 adjective /ˈpʌblɪk/

public

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

quash

取り消す
Meaning
To reject or void something legally or to put an end to something forcefully.
Example
The court quashed the decision due to lack of evidence.
裁判所は証拠不十分のため、その決定を取り消しました。
C2 adjective /ˈnæti/

natty

おしゃれ
Meaning
Neat, stylish, and fashionable in appearance.
Example
He looked very natty in his new suit.
彼は新しいスーツでとてもおしゃれに見えた。
A2 preposition /əˈpɒn/

upon

の上で
Meaning
on or immediately after
Example
Upon hearing the news, he rushed to the hospital.
ニュースを聞いた後、彼は病院に急いだ。
A2 noun əˈpɔɪnt.mənts

appointments

任命
Meaning
An arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place; the action of assigning a job or role to someone.
Example
Government appointments follow meritocracy.
政府の任命は功績に基づいて行われる。
C2 verb /ˌmælˈtriːt/

maltreat

虐待する
Meaning
To treat someone cruelly or unfairly.
Example
The law punishes those who maltreat animals.
法律は動物を虐待する者を罰します。
B2 adjective ˈnjuːtrəl

neutral

中立
Meaning
Having no electric charge; neither positive nor negative.
Example
Neutrons are electrically neutral.
中性子は電気的に中性です。
C2 noun /ɔːˈreɪʃən/

oration

演説
Meaning
A formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion
Example
The president delivered an inspiring oration.
大統領は感動的な演説を行いました。
C2 adjective /ˈɛdɪfaɪɪŋ/

edifying

啓発的な
Meaning
Providing moral or intellectual instruction or enlightenment.
Example
The documentary was both entertaining and edifying.
そのドキュメンタリーは、エンターテイメントと啓発の両方を兼ね備えていました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈaɪ.sɔːr/

Eyesore

目障りなもの; 不快な視覚効果
Meaning
something that is very ugly and unpleasant to look at
Example
The abandoned building has become an eyesore in the neighborhood.
放置された建物は近所の目障りになっています。
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/

impatiently

いらいらして
Meaning
in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting
Example
She tapped her fingers impatiently while waiting for the reply.
彼女は返事を待ちながらいらいらして指を叩いていた。
B1 noun /ɪˈlɛkʃən/

election

選挙
Meaning
The process of choosing someone for public office by voting.
Example
The election will be held next month.
選挙は来月行われます。
C1 noun dɪˈtɜː.mɪ.nənt

determinant

決定的な要素
Meaning
A factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something.
Example
Education is a key determinant of success.
教育は成功の重要な決定的要素です。
B1 adverb /ˈkʌrəntli/

currently

現在
Meaning
at the present time; now
Example
He is currently working on a new project.
彼は現在、新しいプロジェクトに取り組んでいます。
B1 noun /ˈɡræn(d)ˌdɔːtər/

granddaughter

孫娘
Meaning
the daughter of one’s son or daughter
Example
Her granddaughter visits her every weekend.
彼女の孫娘は毎週末彼女を訪ねます。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɡɔːntlɪt/

gauntlet

ガントレット / 挑戦
Meaning
a protective glove; a challenge or trial; to 'throw down the gauntlet' means to issue a challenge
Example
The knight threw down his gauntlet as a sign of challenge.
騎士は挑戦の印として自分のガントレットを投げた。
A1 noun /ɡɪft/

Gift

ギフト; 贈り物;
Meaning
a thing given willingly to someone without payment; a present; a natural ability or talent
Example
She received a beautiful jewelry gift from her grandmother on her birthday.
彼女は誕生日に祖母から美しいジュエリーのギフトを受け取りました。
C1 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

irrepressible

抑制できない
Meaning
Impossible to control or restrain.
Example
She had an irrepressible urge to laugh during the speech.
彼女はスピーチ中に抑制できない笑いの衝動を隠すことができませんでした。
C2 verb /ˈkæn.tər/

canter

軽いギャロップ
Meaning
To ride a horse at a controlled, easy pace between a trot and a gallop.
Example
She cantered her horse across the field with ease.
彼女は馬を簡単にフィールドを走らせた。
B2 noun /strɔː/

straw

ストローまたは茎
Meaning
a thin tube for sucking up liquids; dried stalks of grain plants
Example
She drank the juice through a straw.
彼女はストローでジュースを飲んだ。
C1 noun /ˈvɔːrtɛks/

vortex

渦巻き
Meaning
A mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind.
Example
The plane was caught in a dangerous vortex of air.
飛行機は危険な空気の渦巻きに巻き込まれました。
A2 phrasal verb /bæk ʌp/

back up

支援する；バックアップする；後退する
Meaning
to support or help someone; to make a copy of data for safety; to move backward
Example
Please back up your files before updating the system.
システムを更新する前にファイルをバックアップしてください。
A2 noun /kaɪt/

Kite

ハゲタカ
Meaning
a bird of prey with long wings and a forked tail; also a toy flown in the air
Example
The kite soared high above the fields looking for prey.
凧は田んぼの上で獲物を探しながら高く飛んでいた。
C2 noun /ˈbɛnɪsən/

benison

祝福
Meaning
A blessing or benefit.
Example
The rain was a benison for the drought-stricken farmers.
その雨は干ばつに苦しむ農民たちにとって祝福でした。
C1 noun /ˈfoʊk.lɔːr/

folk-lore

民間伝承
Meaning
The traditional beliefs, customs, stories, songs, and practices of a community, passed down through generations.
Example
Bangladeshi folk-lore is rich with myths and legends.
日本の民間伝承は神話や伝説で豊かです。
C1 noun /ɡruːv/

groove

溝 / リズム
Meaning
a long narrow cut or depression, or a rhythmic pattern in music
Example
The DJ kept the crowd dancing to the groove.
DJは群衆をグルーヴに合わせて踊らせた。
C2 noun /ˈskʌl.i.ən/

scullion

台所の使用人
Meaning
a servant assigned the most menial kitchen tasks
Example
In medieval times, a scullion was responsible for cleaning pots and pans.
中世の時代、スカリオンは鍋やフライパンを掃除する責任がありました。
C1 noun əˈtrɒs.ɪ.tiz

atrocities

残虐行為
Meaning
Extremely wicked or cruel acts, typically involving physical violence or injury.
Example
The atrocities shocked the international community.
その残虐行為は国際社会を震撼させた。
C2 adjective /ˌlɪlɪˈpjuːʃən/

lilliputian

非常に小さい
Meaning
Extremely small or tiny; trivial or petty.
Example
The model village was filled with lilliputian houses.
モデル村は非常に小さな家で満たされていました。
B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

時系列
Meaning
Arranged in the order in which events happened.
Example
The events were listed in chronological order.
イベントは時系列でリストされました。
C1 noun /ˈrɛspɪt/

respite

休息
Meaning
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
Example
The weekend provided a welcome respite from work.
週末は仕事からの歓迎される休息を提供しました。
C2 adjective /ˈfluːviəl/

fluvial

河川に関連する
Meaning
relating to or found in a river
Example
The fluvial deposits indicated the presence of an ancient river system.
河川堆積物は古代の川のシステムの存在を示していた。
C1 noun /ˈpɑːrtʃmənt/

parchment

羊皮紙
Meaning
a thin material made from animal skin, used in the past for writing
Example
The ancient manuscript was written on parchment.
古代の写本は羊皮紙に書かれていました。
C1 noun /ˈpɛndjələm/

pendulum

振り子
Meaning
A weight suspended from a pivot so that it swings freely, often used to regulate clocks.
Example
The pendulum swung back and forth inside the clock.
振り子は時計の中で前後に揺れていた。
C1 adjective /ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/

retrograde

後退的
Meaning
moving backward or returning to a worse condition
Example
The policy was seen as a retrograde step for human rights.
その政策は人権に対する後退的な一歩と見なされた。
B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

残念な; 失望させる; 悲しい
Meaning
causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable
Example
It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.
こんなに多くの才能ある人々が会社を辞めたのは残念です。
B1 noun /əˈfek.ʃən/

Affection

愛情; 好意
Meaning
a feeling of liking or caring for someone or something
Example
She has deep affection for her grandmother.
彼女は祖母に深い愛情を持っています。
B1 adverb /ˈɑːf.tə.wərdz/

Afterwards

その後; 後で; 次に
Meaning
at a later time; after an event or time that has already been mentioned
Example
We had dinner and afterwards we watched a movie.
私たちは夕食をとり、その後映画を見ました。
C1 noun /bʌm/

bum

尻
Meaning
informal term for the buttocks; also a homeless or lazy person
Example
He sat on his bum all day doing nothing.
彼は一日中お尻に座って何もしなかった。
C1 noun fluˈɪd.ɪ.ti

fluidity

流動性
Meaning
The ability of a substance to flow easily; smooth and graceful movement or style.
Example
The fluidity of the dancer's movements was mesmerizing.
ダンサーの動きの流動性は魅惑的でした。
C1 adverb /əˈfrɛʃ/

afresh

再び
Meaning
From the beginning, in a new way.
Example
After the failure, they started the project afresh.
失敗後、彼らは新たにプロジェクトを始めた。
C1 adjective /ˈpjuː.nɪ.tɪv/

punitive

懲罰的
Meaning
Inflicting or intended as punishment.
Example
The company faced punitive measures for violating the law.
その会社は法を違反したため、懲罰的措置に直面しました。
C1 noun /ˌtɛstɪˈməʊnɪəlz/

testimonials

推薦状, 証言
Meaning
Written or spoken statements of praise or recommendation from clients or customers.
Example
Positive testimonials can enhance a company's reputation.
ポジティブなテスティモニアルは企業の評判を高めることができます。
B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

親しくする
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce
Example
Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.
機械を操作する前に、安全ガイドラインを確認してください。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

unthinking

軽率な
Meaning
done without careful thought; automatic or thoughtless
Example
His unthinking remark hurt her feelings.
彼の軽率な発言は彼女の気持ちを傷つけた。