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B2 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

懐疑的な; 疑わしい; 何かの真実に疑問を抱く
Meaning
having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something
Example
Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.
多くの科学者が新しい理論に対して懐疑的な立場を取っている。
C1 adjective /ˈkæni/

canny

抜け目のない
Meaning
Having good judgment, especially in business or practical matters; shrewd.
Example
She made a canny investment in real estate.
彼女は不動産で抜け目のない投資をしました。
B2 noun /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ tɛkˌniːks/

breathing techniques

呼吸法
Meaning
Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.
Example
Breathing techniques help in reducing stress and anxiety.
呼吸法はストレスや不安を減らすのに役立ちます。
C1 verb /dɪˈstɪl/

distill

Meaning
To purify a liquid by heating and cooling; to extract the essential meaning or most important aspects.
Example
The factory distills water to make it safe for drinking.
C1 noun /ˈtɛknɪk/

technic

技術
Meaning
A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.
Example
The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges.
水彩画のアーティストのテクニックは審査員に感銘を与えた。
C1 adjective /ˈpɪər.ləs/

Peerless

比類のない; 無敵の; ライバルなし
Meaning
unequaled; having no match or equal; without rival
Example
Her peerless beauty captivated everyone.
彼女の比類のない美しさはすべてを魅了しました。
C1 adjective /fəˈnætɪk/

Fanatic

熱狂的な
Meaning
extremely passionate about something; showing excessive enthusiasm or devotion
Example
He is a fanatic supporter of his football team.
彼はサッカーチームの熱狂的なサポーターです。
B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

市場経済
Meaning
An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.
Example
A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.
市場経済は企業が自由に競争できるようにします。
C2 adjective /dɪˈlɛktəbl̩/

delectable

美味しい
Meaning
delicious or highly enjoyable
Example
The restaurant served a delectable meal.
レストランは美味しい料理を提供しました。
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

年金
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
退職後、彼は会社から毎月年金を受け取ります。
C1 verb /ˈbæfəl/

baffle

困惑させる
Meaning
to confuse; to be too difficult to understand
Example
The math problem baffles me completely.
数学の問題は私を完全に困惑させます。
B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

アクティブリコール
Meaning
A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.
Example
Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.
アクティブリコールは長期記憶と保持力を向上させます。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈsɜːrtən/

Uncertain

不確か
Meaning
not able to be relied on; not known or definite; not having reliable knowledge
Example
I am uncertain about my future career plans.
私は自分の将来のキャリア計画に不確かさを感じています。
C1 noun /ˈrʌbəl/

rubble

瓦礫
Meaning
Broken stone, bricks, or debris from a collapsed building or structure.
Example
The rescue team searched through the rubble after the earthquake.
地震後、救助隊は瓦礫の中を探しました。
B1 adjective /ˈbælənst/

balanced

バランスの取れた
Meaning
keeping or showing a sensible and fair view or position; evenly arranged
Example
A balanced diet is essential for good health.
健康のためにはバランスの取れた食事が重要です。
B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

長い時間の
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long time
Example
They are longtime friends who met in college.
彼らは大学で出会った長い時間の友達です。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈskɪld/

Unskilled

未熟な; 技術のない労働者
Meaning
lacking technical training or ability; not requiring special skills
Example
Many unskilled workers are looking for training opportunities.
多くの未熟な労働者がトレーニングの機会を探しています。
B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

休憩
Meaning
A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.
Example
The children played outside during recess.
子供たちは休憩中に外で遊びました。
C2 noun /ˈfjʊr.ʌŋ.kəl/

Furuncle

ふるんくる; こぶ;
Meaning
a painful pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected, inflamed hair follicles
Example
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the painful furuncle on his neck.
医者は彼の首の痛みを伴うフルンクルを治療するために抗生物質を処方しました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈsɛkstənt/

sextant

セクスタント
Meaning
a navigational instrument with a graduated arc of 60°, used to measure the angle between a celestial object and the horizon
Example
Using a sextant, the navigator fixed the ship’s position at noon.
セクスタントを使用して、ナビゲーターは正午に船の位置を特定しました。
B1 noun /səˈlɛbrɪti/

celebrity

有名人
Meaning
a famous person, especially in entertainment or sports
Example
The celebrity was surrounded by fans at the airport.
その有名人は空港でファンに囲まれていた。
B1 noun /bʌlb/

bulb

Meaning
a rounded glass part of an electric lamp that produces light when lit; also an underground storage organ in some plants
Example
The light bulb burned out, so she replaced it with a new one.
B1 noun /ˈpiː.kɒk/

Peacock

クジャク
Meaning
a large bird with beautiful colorful tail feathers that can spread out like a fan
Example
The magnificent peacock displayed its colorful feathers to attract attention.
その素晴らしいクジャクは、注目を集めるために色鮮やかな羽を広げました。
A2 verb /əˈtend/

attend

参加する
Meaning
to be present at; to give attention to; to take care of
Example
I will attend the conference next week.
来週の会議に参加します。
C1 verb /kənˈdʒɛst/

congest

混雑
Meaning
To block or overcrowd a space, making movement or flow difficult.
Example
Heavy traffic can congest the city streets during rush hour.
渋滞はラッシュアワーに都市の通りを混雑させることができます。
C2 adjective /ˈmiːli ˌmaʊðd/

mealy-mouthed

うわべだけの
Meaning
Unwilling to speak directly and honestly; insincere or evasive in speech.
Example
The manager gave a mealy-mouthed excuse instead of admitting the mistake.
マネージャーは間違いを認める代わりに、うわべだけの言い訳をしました。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

感情または活動の突然の爆発
Meaning
a sudden release of strong emotion or activity
Example
She had an angry outburst during the meeting.
会議中に彼女は怒りの爆発をした。
C1 adjective /vɪˈveɪʃəs/

vivacious

活発
Meaning
Attractively lively and animated.
Example
She was admired for her vivacious personality.
彼女はその活発な性格で賞賛された。
B1 verb /ˈveri/

vary

変わる
Meaning
to change or differ; to make different
Example
The weather conditions vary throughout the day.
天気の状況は一日中変動します。
B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

調整
Meaning
the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively
Example
The coordination between the teams was flawless.
チーム間の調整は完璧でした。
B2 adjective /ˈfraɪtfəl/

frightful

恐ろしい
Meaning
causing fear or horror; very unpleasant
Example
The hikers faced frightful weather conditions on the mountain.
登山者たちは山で恐ろしい天候条件に直面しました。
C1 noun ˈfeɪz.aʊt

phase-out

段階的廃止
Meaning
A gradual reduction and eventual elimination of something.
Example
A phase-out of fossil fuels was agreed upon.
化石燃料の段階的廃止が合意されました。
C2 noun /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/

ecclesiastic

教会の
Meaning
A member of the clergy or church official.
Example
The council was attended by several high-ranking ecclesiastics.
その会議には数人の高位の教会役員が出席しました。
C1 adjective /trænsˈfɜːrəbəl/

Transferable

転送可能な
Meaning
able to be moved from one place to another; able to be given to someone else
Example
The skills you learn here are transferable to other jobs.
ここで学んだスキルは他の仕事に転送可能です。
C1 noun /krʌks/

crux

核心
Meaning
the most important or decisive point of an issue
Example
The crux of the problem lies in poor communication.
問題の核心はコミュニケーション不足にあります。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋli/

unwillingly

不本意に
Meaning
in a way that shows reluctance or lack of desire; not willingly
Example
She unwillingly agreed to attend the meeting.
彼女は不本意に会議に出席することに同意した。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

劣等
Meaning
Of lower quality, rank, or status.
Example
This material is inferior to the one we used before.
この素材は以前使ったものより劣っています。
B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

未亡人の夫
Meaning
a man whose wife has died and who has not married again
Example
The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.
高齢の未亡人の夫は一人で住んでいましたが、子供たちから定期的に訪問を受けていました。
B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

勉強熱心; 学問に没頭
Meaning
characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning
Example
She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.
彼女は図書館で何時間も過ごす勉強熱心な学生です。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

有能な; 能力がある
Meaning
having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable
Example
She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.
彼女はすべてのタスクを効率的に処理する有能なマネージャーです。
B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

エクイティ
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
会社の株式を所有することは、重要なリターンをもたらす可能性があります。
C1 /ˈdʒɛtɪsən/

jettison

放棄する
Meaning
to throw or drop something from a ship, aircraft, or vehicle to lighten the load; to abandon something no longer wanted
Example
The crew had to jettison cargo to save the sinking ship.
乗組員は沈没している船を救うために貨物を投げ捨てなければならなかった。
B2 verb /kɜːrb/

curb

抑制する / 制御する
Meaning
to restrain, control, or limit something
Example
The government took steps to curb inflation.
政府はインフレを抑制するために措置を取った。
C2 adjective /ˈhed.i/

Heady

陶酔的
Meaning
having a strong or exhilarating effect; intoxicating; exciting
Example
The heady perfume of jasmine filled the garden.
ジャスミンの陶酔的な香りが庭に満ちていた。
B1 verb, noun /klɪp/

clip

Meaning
to cut or trim something; a short extract from a film, broadcast, or recording
Example
She clipped the coupon from the newspaper.
A1 noun /raɪs/

Rice

ご飯
Meaning
a cereal grain that is a staple food in many countries
Example
We eat rice with curry for dinner.
私たちは夕食にカレーと一緒にご飯を食べます。
B1 noun /ˈbed ˌkʌv.ər/

Bed cover

ベッドカバー
Meaning
a protective covering for a bed, typically a bedspread or comforter
Example
She pulled the bed cover up to her chin to stay warm.
彼女は暖かさを保つためにベッドカバーを顎まで引き上げました。
C1 adjective /kənˈtɪn.ju.əl/

Continual

継続的な; 絶え間ない
Meaning
happening repeatedly over a long period of time; constant and uninterrupted
Example
The continual noise from the construction site was very annoying.
建設現場からの継続的な音は非常に迷惑でした。
C1 noun /ˈɡær.ɪ.sən/

garrison

駐屯地
Meaning
A body of troops stationed in a particular location, usually to defend it.
Example
The garrison defended the fortress against the invaders.
駐屯地は侵略者に対して要塞を守った。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɜːd/

Unheard

聞かれなかった; 未知の
Meaning
not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar
Example
His complaints went unheard by the management.
彼の苦情は経営陣に無視されました。
B2 noun /dɪsˈpoʊzl/

disposal

廃棄
Meaning
the action or process of getting rid of something
Example
The disposal of waste is crucial for maintaining a clean environment.
廃棄物の処理は清潔な環境を維持するために重要です。
C2 adjective /sərˈkjuːɪtəs/

circuitous

迂回路
Meaning
Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.
Example
He took a circuitous route to avoid traffic.
彼は渋滞を避けるために迂回路を取った。
B1 adverb /ˈkʌmftəbli/

Comfortably

快適に
Meaning
in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease
Example
She was sitting comfortably in her favorite chair.
彼女はお気に入りの椅子に快適に座っていました。
A2 verb /ɪkˈspres/

express

表現する
Meaning
to show or make known a feeling, thought, or opinion
Example
She expressed her gratitude for the help she received.
彼女は受けた助けに感謝の気持ちを表現しました。
B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

ツンドラ
Meaning
A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.
Example
Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.
ホッキョクグマは氷のツンドラを歩き回っています。
C2 verb /əˈbeɪs/

abase

卑下する
Meaning
to belittle or degrade someone
Example
He refused to abase himself before the king.
彼は王の前で自分を卑下するのを拒否した。
B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enrol

登録する
Meaning
To officially register or sign up for a course, program, or membership
Example
She decided to enrol in a language course to improve her skills.
彼女はスキルを向上させるために語学コースに登録することに決めた。
C1 noun /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/

Piety

信仰心
Meaning
the quality of being religious or reverent; devout religious belief and practice
Example
His piety was evident in his daily prayers.
彼の信仰心は毎日の祈りに明らかでした。
B1 noun /ˈel.boʊ/

Elbow

Meaning
the joint between the forearm and the upper arm
Example
He hurt his elbow while playing tennis.
彼はテニスをしているときに肘を痛めた。
B1 noun /ˈbɜː.nɪŋ/

burning

燃焼
Meaning
The process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (typically) smoke.
Example
Burning garbage exacerbates air pollution.
ゴミを燃やすことは大気汚染を悪化させます。
B1 noun, verb /ˈdɪskaʊnt/

discount

割引
Meaning
A reduction in the usual price of something; to reduce the price of something.
Example
The store offered a 20% discount on all electronics.
その店はすべての電子製品に20%の割引を提供しました。
C2 verb /ˈæsəneɪt/

assonate

韻を踏む
Meaning
To correspond or agree in sound, especially by vowel sounds; to rhyme approximately.
Example
The lines assonate beautifully, giving the song a unique flow.
その行は美しく韻を踏んでおり、歌に独特の流れを与えています。
B2 adverb /ˈlaɪtli/

lightly

軽く
Meaning
gently or with little force or weight
Example
She touched the baby’s hand lightly.
彼女は赤ちゃんの手を軽く触れた。
B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

カメレオン
Meaning
a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings
Example
The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.
カメレオンは緑色から茶色に色を変えました。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsənəns/

consonance

調和, 一致
Meaning
Agreement or harmony among parts; a pleasing combination of sounds in music or words.
Example
The consonance between their ideas made the project successful.
彼らの考えの調和がプロジェクトを成功に導いた。
C1 verb ˈhɪndər

hinder

妨げる
Meaning
To obstruct or delay the progress of something
Example
Excessive rain hinders vegetable growth.
過剰な雨は野菜の成長を妨げます。
C2 verb /ɪˈdjuːs/

educe

引き出す
Meaning
To draw out or bring forth something latent or hidden.
Example
The teacher tried to educe a response from the shy student.
教師は恥ずかしがり屋の生徒から反応を引き出そうとしました。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈsplɪkəbl/

inexplicable

説明できない
Meaning
Impossible to explain or understand.
Example
The sudden disappearance of the file was inexplicable.
ファイルの突然の消失は説明できなかった。
C1 verb /riːl/

reel

つまずく / 巻き取る
Meaning
to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel
Example
He reeled backward after being punched.
彼は殴られた後、後ろに転んだ。
C2 adjective /prɪˈhɛnsɪbəl/

prehensible

掴みやすい
Meaning
capable of being grasped or seized
Example
The tool has a prehensible handle that improves safety.
その道具には安全性を高めるために掴みやすいハンドルがあります。
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。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd/

Unqualified

資格がない; 経験不足の;
Meaning
not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute
Example
He was unqualified for the engineering position due to lack of experience.
彼は経験不足でエンジニアの職に不適格でした。
A2 adverb /ˈfaɪ.nəl.i/

Finally

ついに
Meaning
at last; after a long time; in the end; as the last point
Example
After years of hard work, she finally achieved her goal.
長年の努力の後、彼女はついに目標を達成しました。
C1 noun /prəˈdʒɛktaɪl/

projectile

発射体
Meaning
An object fired, thrown, or propelled, especially from a weapon.
Example
The soldier dodged the incoming projectile.
兵士は飛んでくる発射体を避けました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈdɪvaɪdɪd/

Undivided

分割されていない; 完全な; 分けられていない
Meaning
whole; complete; not separated or split
Example
The team showed undivided attention to the coach's instructions.
チームはコーチの指示に対して分け隔てなく注意を示しました。
C2 noun /ˈtɛsteɪtər/

testator

遺言者
Meaning
a person who has made a will
Example
The lawyer read the will of the deceased testator.
弁護士は故人の遺言を読みました。
C1 /ˈɡrævəl/

gravel

砂利
Meaning
Small stones and pebbles, often mixed with sand, used for paths, roads, and construction.
Example
The driveway was covered with gravel.
ドライブウェイは砂利で覆われていました。
B1 noun /roʊp/

rope

ロープ
Meaning
a strong, thick cord made of twisted fibers or strands
Example
The climbers used a rope to scale the mountain.
登山者は山を登るためにロープを使いました。
C1 verb /ɪnˈdʌkt/

induct

Meaning
to formally admit someone into a position, organization, or office
Example
She was inducted into the university's honor society.
C1 verb /dɪˈspɛns/

dispense

配布する
Meaning
To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.
Example
The machine dispenses clean drinking water.
その機械は清潔な飲料水を供給します。
B1 noun /ˈkæbɪn/

cabin

キャビン
Meaning
a small shelter or house, often made of wood in a remote area
Example
They spent the weekend in a cozy cabin in the mountains.
彼らは山中の快適なキャビンで週末を過ごしました。
B1 adjective /ˈɛnd.ləs/

Endless

無限の; 終わりのない; 制限のない
Meaning
having no end; infinite; limitless
Example
The ocean seemed endless from the shore.
海は岸から見ると無限に見えました。
B2 verb /lɪk/

lick

舐める
Meaning
to pass the tongue over something; to defeat decisively
Example
The cat licked its paws clean.
ネコは足をきれいに舐めました。
B1 noun /stoʊv/

Stove

ストーブ
Meaning
a kitchen appliance used for cooking food by applying heat
Example
She cooked dinner on the gas stove.
彼女はガスストーブで夕食を作った。
C2 adjective /ˈklæmərəs/

clamorous

騒々しい
Meaning
making a loud and confused noise; expressing strong demands noisily
Example
The clamorous audience demanded an encore from the band.
騒々しい観客がバンドにアンコールを要求した。
C1 noun /ˈseɪɑːns/

seance

霊的なセッション
Meaning
A meeting where people attempt to communicate with the spirits of the dead.
Example
They held a seance to contact their late grandmother.
彼らは亡くなった祖母と連絡を取るために霊的なセッションを開いた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈkɑːrsəreɪt/

incarcerate

投獄する
Meaning
to imprison or confine someone
Example
The authorities incarcerated the criminal after the trial.
当局は裁判後に犯罪者を投獄しました。
C2 noun /ˈkæt.kɪn/

Catkin

ネコヤナギ
Meaning
a drooping, often tasseled cluster of small flowers found on willow and birch trees
Example
The willow tree's catkins swayed gently in the spring breeze.
柳の木のネコヤナギが春の風に揺れていた。
C2 adjective /əˈbɪs.əl/

abyssal

深海の
Meaning
Related to or characteristic of the deep ocean, especially the zone below 4000 meters.
Example
Abyssal creatures survive in extreme pressure conditions.
アビサルクリーチャーは極端な圧力条件で生き残ります。
C2 noun /ˈhɛptəˌɡɒn/

heptagon

七角形
Meaning
A polygon with seven sides and seven angles.
Example
The math teacher drew a heptagon on the board.
数学の先生は黒板にヘプタゴンを描きました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

変わらない
Meaning
remaining the same over time; not changing
Example
Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.
彼女の家族への愛は何年にもわたって変わらなかった。
B2 adverb /ɪˈməʊʃənəli/

emotionally

感情的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to a person's feelings or emotions
Example
She became emotionally attached to her pet.
彼女はペットに感情的に結びついていた。
C2 noun /ˈveɪɡəri/

vagary

予測できない変化
Meaning
An unexpected and inexplicable change in a situation or someone's behavior.
Example
The vagaries of the weather made planning difficult.
天気の不規則な変化で計画が難しくなった。
C2 verb, noun /ˈkweɪvər/

quaver

震える
Meaning
To shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion.
Example
Her voice quavered as she spoke before the crowd.
彼女の声は群衆の前で話すとき震えていました。
A2 noun /ˈɛləˌveɪtər/

elevator

エレベーター
Meaning
a machine that carries people or goods up and down between floors in a building
Example
We took the elevator to the tenth floor.
私たちはエレベーターで10階に行きました。
A2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əs/

Serious

真剣; 真面目; 重要;
Meaning
thoughtful; grave; requiring careful consideration; not joking
Example
This is a serious matter that needs immediate attention.
これは即座に注意が必要な真剣な問題です。
C1 noun /ˈdeɪ.ə.ti/

deity

Meaning
a god or goddess
Example
The temple is dedicated to a Hindu deity.
その寺院はヒンドゥー教の神に捧げられています。
B1 noun /blæk ˈber.i/

Black berry

ブラックベリー
Meaning
a small dark purple or black fruit that grows on bushes
Example
We picked fresh blackberries from the garden for our pie.
私たちは庭から新鮮なブラックベリーを摘んでパイを作りました。
A1 adjective /frɛntʃ/

french

フランスの
Meaning
Relating to France, its people, or their language.
Example
We enjoyed delicious French cuisine on our trip to Paris.
私たちはパリ旅行で美味しいフランス料理を楽しみました。
C1 verb /ˈaɪdəlaɪz/

idolize

偶像視する
Meaning
To admire or worship someone excessively.
Example
Fans often idolize celebrities for their talent and lifestyle.
ファンはしばしばその才能とライフスタイルのために有名人を偶像視します。
C2 noun /ˈbreɪziər/

Brazier

真鍮職人
Meaning
a worker in brass; a portable container for burning charcoal or coal
Example
The brazier crafted beautiful brass ornaments.
その真鍮職人は美しい真鍮の装飾品を作りました。
A2 verb /ˈentər/

enter

入る
Meaning
to go into; to come or go inside
Example
Please knock before you enter the room.
部屋に入る前にノックしてください。
B2 verb /ɪˈlɛkt/

elect

選ぶ
Meaning
To choose someone for a position or office by voting.
Example
The citizens elected a new president.
市民は新しい大統領を選びました。
B2 adjective /ˈɡræs.i/

Grassy

草の生えた
Meaning
covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass
Example
The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see.
草原は視界の彼方まで広がっていた。
C1 noun /məˈdɜːrnəti/

modernity

現代性
Meaning
The quality or condition of being modern; up-to-date ideas, practices, or style.
Example
The city’s architecture reflects both tradition and modernity.
その都市の建築は、伝統と現代性の両方を反映しています。
C1 noun /ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Mimic

模倣者; 模倣する;
Meaning
A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others
Example
The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.
才能ある模倣者は有名人を完璧に模倣できました。
A2 noun /biːn/

Bean

Meaning
an edible seed, typically kidney-shaped, growing in long pods on certain leguminous plants
Example
We planted green beans in our vegetable garden this spring.
私たちはこの春に私たちの野菜庭に緑の豆を植えました。
C2 noun /ˈlɪmərɪk/

limerick

ユーモラスな五行詩
Meaning
a humorous five-line poem with a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme (AABBA).
Example
She recited a funny limerick at the party.
彼女はパーティーで面白いリメリックを朗読しました。
C2 noun /rɪˈkwaɪtəl/

requital

報復
Meaning
The act of returning something, such as a favor, service, or punishment; repayment or retaliation.
Example
She offered her time in requital for his kindness.
彼女は彼の親切に報復として自分の時間を提供しました。
C1 noun /təˈlɛfəni/

telephony

電話技術
Meaning
the technology and systems for transmitting voice over distances by telephone
Example
Modern telephony has evolved to include internet-based calls.
現代のテレフォニーはインターネットベースの通話を含むように進化しました。
C1 verb /ˈkaʊər/

cower

恐怖で縮こまる
Meaning
to crouch down in fear
Example
The child cowered behind the sofa during the thunderstorm.
子供は雷の間、ソファの後ろで恐怖で縮こまっていた。
B2 noun /ˈdiːlər/

dealer

ディーラー
Meaning
a person or business that buys and sells goods; someone who distributes
Example
The car dealer offered a discount to attract customers.
車のディーラーは顧客を引き付けるために割引を提供しました。
A2 verb /ʃʌt/

shut

閉じる
Meaning
to close something, especially a door or window
Example
Please shut the door before you leave.
出かける前にドアを閉めてください。
B2 noun /məˈskiː.toʊ net/

Mosquito-net

蚊帳
Meaning
a fine mesh fabric used to cover beds or windows to keep mosquitoes and other insects out
Example
We use a mosquito net to protect ourselves from insect bites.
私たちは虫刺されを防ぐために蚊帳を使います。
B1 noun rɪˈflɛkʃən

reflection

反射
Meaning
Serious thought or consideration about something.
Example
The reflection of the past filled his heart with sadness.
過去の反射が彼の心を悲しみに満たしました。
B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

嘆願する
Meaning
to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court
Example
She pleaded for mercy.
彼女は慈悲を乞いました。
C2 noun /ˌræʃioʊsɪˈneɪʃən/

ratiocination

推論
Meaning
the process of reasoning or logical thinking
Example
His ratiocination impressed the judges during the debate.
彼の推論は討論中に審査員を感動させた。
B2 noun ˌeksplɔɪˈteɪʃən

exploitation

搾取
Meaning
The action of making use of and benefiting from resources, often in an unfair or selfish way.
Example
Exploitation of marine resources has led to significant damage.
海洋資源の搾取は重大な損害を引き起こしました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒ/

enlarge

広げる
Meaning
to make something bigger or increase in size
Example
They decided to enlarge their house.
彼らは家を広げることに決めました。
C1 noun/verb /vɔːlt/

vault

金庫 / 飛び越える
Meaning
A secure room for storing valuables; also to leap or spring over something.
Example
The bank kept its gold bars in a secure vault.
銀行は金の延べ棒を安全な金庫に保管していました。