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B1 noun/verb /skɔːr/

score

スコア
Meaning
a number of points achieved in a game or test; to gain points or achieve a goal
Example
He scored the winning goal in the final match.
彼は最後の試合で決勝ゴールを決めました。
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。
B1 noun /ˈmeʒərmənt/

measurement

測定
Meaning
the size, length, or amount of something, as determined by measuring
Example
The tailor took my waist measurement before stitching the suit.
仕立て屋はスーツを縫う前に私のウエストの測定を取りました。
B1 noun /ˈfaɪn.dɪŋ/

finding

発見、調査後に得られた結論または結果
Meaning
a discovery, conclusion, or result reached after investigation
Example
The scientist published her findings in a leading journal.
科学者は彼女の発見を主要なジャーナルに発表しました。
C1 adjective /ˈdraʊ.zi/

Drowsy

眠い; 疲れた; 無気力な
Meaning
feeling sleepy and lethargic; half asleep; tired
Example
I felt drowsy after the heavy meal.
重い食事の後、眠気を感じました。
B2 adjective /ˈfʌŋkʃənl/

functional

機能的
Meaning
designed to be practical and useful, rather than just decorative
Example
The design of the chair is simple but highly functional.
椅子のデザインはシンプルですが、非常に機能的です。
B2 noun /ˈpɛzənt/

peasant

農民
Meaning
a poor farmer or agricultural laborer who owns or rents a small piece of land for cultivation
Example
The peasant worked hard in the fields from dawn to dusk.
その農民は夜明けから日暮れまで畑で一生懸命働いていました。
C2 noun /ˌnjʊə.rəʊˈdʒɛn.ɪ.sɪs/

neurogenesis

新しい神経細胞の形成プロセス
Meaning
The process of forming new nerve cells in the brain.
Example
Scientists are studying neurogenesis to understand brain health.
科学者たちは神経発生を研究して、脳の健康を理解しようとしています。
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 adjective kənˈkɝː.ənt

concurrent

同時に行われる、並行する、同じ時間に行われる
Meaning
Existing, happening, or done at the same time.
Example
The conference had concurrent sessions on various topics.
会議では、さまざまなトピックに関する並行セッションが行われました。
A2 noun /ˈtʃer.i/

Cherry

さくらんぼ
Meaning
a small round red or black fruit with a hard seed inside
Example
She picked fresh cherries from the tree in her garden.
彼女は庭の木から新鮮なさくらんぼを摘んだ。
C1 noun /ˈæmfɪˌθiətər/

amphitheater

円形劇場
Meaning
A large open circular or oval building with rising tiers of seats, used for public events.
Example
The concert was held in an ancient amphitheater.
コンサートは古代の円形劇場で行われました。
B2 adjective /mɪˈsteɪkən/

mistaken

間違った
Meaning
wrong or incorrect because of an error in judgment or understanding
Example
I was mistaken about the meeting time.
私は会議の時間を間違えていました。
B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

葉物野菜
Meaning
Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage
Example
Eating greens is important for good health.
葉物野菜を食べることは健康にとって重要です。
B2 noun /ˈpraɪ.vət ˈtuː.tər/

Private tutor

プライベートチューター
Meaning
a teacher who gives individual instruction to a student outside of regular school
Example
The private tutor helped the student improve his math skills.
プライベートチューターは、学生が数学スキルを向上させるのを手伝いました。
B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/

overseas

海外
Meaning
in or to a foreign country across the sea
Example
He went overseas for higher education.
彼は高等教育のために海外に行った。
B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

感嘆
Meaning
A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.
Example
She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.
彼女はそのニュースを聞いて、喜びの感嘆を漏らしました。
B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

リアリズム
Meaning
The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.
Example
Her paintings are admired for their realism.
彼女の絵画はそのリアリズムで賞賛されています。
C1 verb/noun /ˈsɒldər/

solder

はんだ付け
Meaning
To join metal parts together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint
Example
He soldered the broken wires back together.
彼は壊れた配線を再びはんだ付けしました。
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

識字率
Meaning
The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.
Example
Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.
識字率は社会経済的条件に影響を与える。
C1 adjective ˈfjuː.taɪl

futile

無駄な
Meaning
Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.
Example
His attempts to change the situation were futile.
状況を変えるための彼の試みは無駄だった。
C1 adjective /ˈsɪlkən/

Silken

絹の; 柔らかい; 滑らか;
Meaning
made of silk; smooth and soft like silk
Example
She wore a beautiful silken dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーに美しい絹のドレスを着ていきました。
B2 noun /dʒuː/

jew

ユダヤ人
Meaning
a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent
Example
He is a Jew by heritage and follows Jewish customs.
彼はユダヤ人で、ユダヤの習慣を守っています。
C1 verb /ˈlɪkwɪdeɪt/

liquidate

清算する
Meaning
To sell assets in order to pay off debts; to close a business and convert assets into cash.
Example
The company decided to liquidate its assets to pay creditors.
会社は債権者に支払うために資産を清算することを決定しました。
B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter
Example
The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.
伐採者は木を切るために斧を振った。
C2 adverb /ɪkˈstem.pɔːr/

Extempore

即興の;即席の;準備なしの
Meaning
without preparation; spontaneously; improvised
Example
The speaker delivered an impressive extempore speech at the conference.
スピーカーは会議で印象的な即興のスピーチを行いました。
B1 noun /ˌæv.əˈkɑː.doʊ/

Avocado

アボカド
Meaning
a green pear-shaped fruit with creamy flesh and high fat content, often used in healthy diets
Example
Avocado is rich in healthy fats and is popular in salads and toast.
アボカドは健康に良い脂肪が豊富で、サラダやトーストに人気があります。
C2 noun /ˈpɑr.bəl/

Parbal

尖ったウリ
Meaning
A green vegetable also known as pointed gourd, commonly used in South Asian cuisine
Example
Mother prepared parbal curry with fish.
母は魚と一緒に尖ったウリのカレーを作りました。
C1 noun /ˈθʌroʊˌfɛr/

thoroughfare

大通り
Meaning
a main road or public highway that goes through a place
Example
The new mall is located along the main thoroughfare.
新しいショッピングモールは大通り沿いにあります。
B2 verb /skreɪp/

scrape

擦る, 引っ掻く
Meaning
to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort
Example
He scraped his knee while playing football.
彼はサッカーをしているときに膝を擦りむきました。
B1 noun /læm/

Lamb

子羊
Meaning
a young sheep; meat from a young sheep
Example
The little lamb followed its mother everywhere.
その小さな子羊は母親の後をどこでも追いかけた。
C2 noun /ˌsɪnjuˈɒsɪti/

sinuosity

曲がり具合
Meaning
The quality or state of being winding, curving, or having many turns.
Example
The sinuosity of the river made navigation challenging.
川の曲がり具合はナビゲーションを難しくした。
A2 noun /ˈɪər.ɪŋ/

Ear-ring

イヤリング
Meaning
a piece of jewelry worn on the earlobe or ear
Example
Her diamond earrings caught everyone's attention.
彼女のダイヤモンドのイヤリングは、みんなの注目を集めました。
B1 verb /ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/

examine

幸福
Meaning
to look at something carefully in order to understand it
Example
The doctor will examine the patient tomorrow.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
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 noun /ˈdiːvə/

diva

有名な女性歌手
Meaning
a famous female singer; a woman who is admired or behaves like a star
Example
The pop diva performed her latest hit to a cheering crowd.
ポップディーバは観衆の前で最新のヒットを披露しました。
B1 noun ˈproʊtest

protest

抗議
Meaning
A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.
Example
Students organized a protest.
学生たちは抗議活動を組織した。
C2 noun prɒkˈsiː.mɪks

proxemics

個人空間の使用の研究
Meaning
The study of how people use space and distance to indicate relationships
Example
Understanding proxemics helps in improving interpersonal communication.
プロクセミクスを理解することで、人間関係のコミュニケーションを改善することができます。
B1 noun /ˈʃæd.oʊ/

Shadow

Meaning
a dark area where light is blocked by something; a person's silhouette
Example
The tree cast a long shadow across the garden in the evening.
木は夕方に庭に長い影を投げかけた。
C1 noun /ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

avantgarde

アバンギャルド
Meaning
people or works that are innovative, experimental, and ahead of their time
Example
The avantgarde of the 20th century reshaped modern art.
20世紀のアバンギャルドは現代アートを再形成した。
C1 adjective, noun /əbˈzɔːrbənt/

absorbent

吸収性のある
Meaning
able to soak up liquid, moisture, or energy easily; a material or substance that absorbs
Example
This towel is highly absorbent and dries quickly.
このタオルはとても吸収性が高く、すぐ乾きます。
C1 noun /ˈʃæpəroʊn/

chaperon

付き添い人
Meaning
An older person who accompanies and supervises young people in social situations.
Example
The teacher acted as a chaperon during the school dance.
先生は学校のダンスで付き添い人として行動しました。
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

製造業者
Meaning
A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.
Example
The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.
製造業者はグローバル市場向けに車を生産しています。
C2 adverb /ˌɪnəzˈmʌtʃ/

inasmuch

〜という点で
Meaning
To the extent that; considering that.
Example
Inasmuch as you are their teacher, you should guide them carefully.
あなたが彼らの教師である限り、彼らを慎重に指導するべきです。
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。
B1 adjective /ˈrɔɪ.əl/

Royal

ロイヤル
Meaning
belonging to or connected with the monarch or monarchy; magnificent; excellent
Example
The royal family attended the ceremony.
ロイヤルファミリーが式典に出席しました。
C2 verb /əˈnɔɪnt/

anoint

油を塗る, 祝福する
Meaning
To smear or rub with oil, often as part of a religious ceremony or as a sign of consecration.
Example
The priest anointed the king with holy oil.
神父は聖油で王を塗りました。
B1 noun /ˈwelˌbiː.ɪŋ/

well-being

幸福
Meaning
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Example
Eye lubrication is crucial for overall well-being.
目の潤滑は全体的な幸福にとって非常に重要です。
A1 adjective /bɔːrd/

bored

退屈した
Meaning
feeling weary or uninterested because of lack of activity or excitement
Example
She felt bored during the long meeting.
彼女は長い会議の間、退屈していた。
C1 noun /ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/

Mongoose

マングース
Meaning
a small carnivorous mammal known for its ability to kill venomous snakes
Example
The mongoose quickly attacked the cobra to protect its young.
マングースは子供たちを守るためにコブラを素早く攻撃しました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈfɜːr/

infer

Meaning
to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements
Example
From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.
B2 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

恐ろしい; 恐怖を引き起こす; 恐ろしい
Meaning
extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible
Example
The weather was dreadful during our vacation.
私たちの休暇中、天気は恐ろしかった。
C2 verb /ˈpɔːltər/

palter

あいまいに話す、騙す
Meaning
to act insincerely or deceitfully; to equivocate or lie
Example
He paltered when asked about his involvement in the deal.
取引に関与しているか尋ねられたとき、彼は回避しました。
A2 noun ˈefərts

efforts

努力
Meaning
A vigorous or determined attempt; physical or mental energy
Example
Your efforts determine your success.
あなたの努力があなたの成功を決定します。
C1 verb pɚˈpɛtʃ.u.eɪt

perpetuate

何かを継続的に運転させる、または長期間維持する
Meaning
To keep something continuously running or maintain it for a long time.
Example
The media can sometimes perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
メディアは時に有害なステレオタイプを永続させることがある。
C1 adjective /skænt/

Scant

わずかな
Meaning
barely sufficient; inadequate; small in amount
Example
There was scant evidence to support his claim.
彼の主張を支持する証拠はほとんどなかった。
C1 noun səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒi

sustainable technology

持続可能な技術
Meaning
Technology designed to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs.
Example
Sustainable technology ensures a cleaner future.
持続可能な技術は、よりクリーンな未来を保証します。
C2 adjective /ˈnjuːmɪnəs/

numinous

神秘的
Meaning
having a strong spiritual or mysterious quality
Example
The temple had a numinous atmosphere that inspired awe.
その寺院は畏敬の念を抱かせる神秘的な雰囲気を持っていました。
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

確実性
Meaning
firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true
Example
We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.
私たちは確実にそのプロジェクトが時間通りに完了することを言えます。
A1 adjective /hɒt/

Hot

熱い; 温かい; 焼けるような;
Meaning
having high temperature; warm; heated;
Example
The coffee is too hot to drink.
コーヒーは飲むには熱すぎる。
B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/

magnificent

素晴らしい
Meaning
extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid
Example
The view from the mountain was truly magnificent.
山からの景色は本当に素晴らしかった。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrsəm/

foursome

四人組
Meaning
a group of four people or things, especially in games or social activities
Example
The foursome enjoyed a game of golf together.
四人組は一緒にゴルフを楽しみました。
C1 verb /dɪˈfeɪm/

defame

名誉毀損
Meaning
to harm someone's reputation by spreading false information
Example
He was defamed by malicious rumors.
彼は悪意のある噂で中傷されました。
A1 pronoun /ˈsʌmbədi/

somebody

誰か
Meaning
an unspecified person
Example
Somebody is knocking at the door.
誰かがドアをノックしています。
C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈkɒn.dʌkt/

Misconduct

不正行為
Meaning
Unacceptable or improper behavior, especially by a professional person
Example
The officer was dismissed for professional misconduct.
その警官は職業上の不正行為で解雇されました。
C2 noun /ˌɪntərpəˈzɪʃən/

interposition

介入
Meaning
The act of intervening or coming between two things, often to influence or prevent an outcome.
Example
The manager’s interposition prevented a heated argument from escalating.
マネージャーの介入は、激しい議論がエスカレートするのを防ぎました。
C2 noun /biˈætɪtjuːd/

beatitude

至高の幸福または祝福、しばしば山上の説教でのイエスの言葉に関連して使用される
Meaning
supreme blessedness or happiness, often used in reference to the sayings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount
Example
She felt a state of beatitude after receiving the good news.
良い知らせを受け取った後、彼女は幸福の状態を感じていた。
C2 adjective /ˌprɒfɪˈlæktɪk/

prophylactic

予防的
Meaning
intended to prevent disease or an unwanted outcome; protective
Example
The doctor prescribed a prophylactic treatment to prevent infection.
医師は感染を防ぐために予防的な治療を処方しました。
C2 noun, adjective, verb /ˈrɛprəˌbeɪt/

reprobate

Meaning
A person of immoral character; to express disapproval of; morally corrupt.
Example
The old reprobate spent his days gambling and drinking.
B2 adjective /ɪˈrɛləvənt/

Irrelevant

無関係な
Meaning
not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter
Example
Your past mistakes are irrelevant to this discussion.
あなたの過去の過ちはこの議論には無関係です。
C2 adjective /ˈbʌmblɪŋ/

bumbling

不器用
Meaning
Acting in a clumsy, awkward, or confused way.
Example
The bumbling waiter spilled the drinks on the table.
その不器用なウェイターはテーブルに飲み物をこぼした。
C2 adjective /luːˈɡuːbriəs/

lugubrious

陰鬱な
Meaning
looking or sounding sad and dismal
Example
His lugubrious expression made everyone feel uneasy.
彼の陰鬱な表情は皆を不安にさせた。
B2 noun /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

巡礼者; 旅行者
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
巡礼者は聖なる神殿に到達するために何日も歩きました。
C1 adjective /pərˈtɜːrbd/

perturbed

動揺した
Meaning
feeling anxious, unsettled, or disturbed
Example
He looked perturbed after hearing the bad news.
悪いニュースを聞いた後、彼は動揺しているように見えました。
B1 noun /ˈmɑː.kɪ.tɪŋ/

Marketing

マーケティング, 広告, プロモーション
Meaning
The activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and society at large.
Example
Digital marketing has transformed business strategies.
デジタルマーケティングはビジネス戦略を変革しました。
C1 verb /ˈkɒnsɔːrt/

consort

Meaning
To associate with someone, typically with disapproval; also, a spouse of a reigning monarch.
Example
He was criticized for consorting with criminals.
C1 noun dɪˌzɝː.t̬ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

desertification

砂漠化
Meaning
The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.
Example
Deforestation accelerates desertification.
森林伐採は砂漠化を加速させます。
B1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈstændəbl/

understandable

理解できる
Meaning
Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.
Example
Her reaction was understandable given the situation.
その反応は状況を考慮すると理解できるものでした。
C2 noun /əˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

annunciation

発表、良い知らせ
Meaning
The announcement of something; in Christianity, the announcement by the angel Gabriel to Mary that she would conceive Jesus.
Example
The church celebrated the Feast of the Annunciation with a special service.
教会は特別なサービスでアナンシエーションの祝祭を祝いました。
A1 adjective /ˈɔːr.ɪndʒ/

Orange

オレンジ色
Meaning
having a color between red and yellow like that of a ripe orange fruit
Example
The orange sunset painted the sky magnificently.
オレンジ色の夕日は空を素晴らしく彩った。
B2 noun ˌfʌŋk.ʃəˈnæl.ə.ti

functionality

機能性
Meaning
The quality of being functional; the ability to work or operate as intended.
Example
The new refrigerator has improved functionality.
新しい冷蔵庫は機能性が向上しました。
A2 noun /ˈmoʊ.mənt/

Moment

瞬間
Meaning
a very brief period of time; an exact point in time
Example
Please wait a moment while I check your order.
注文を確認している間、少々お待ちください。
C2 noun /ˌbædɪˈnɑːʒ/

badinage

冗談、遊び心のある会話
Meaning
Playful and humorous conversation; banter.
Example
The friends enjoyed a light badinage over coffee.
友達はコーヒーを飲みながら軽い冗談を楽しみました。
B2 noun /ˈlɪz.ɚd/

Lizard

トカゲ
Meaning
a cold-blooded reptile with a long body, four legs, and a tail
Example
A small lizard ran across the garden wall.
小さなトカゲが庭の壁を走った。
C2 noun /ˈhæknɪ/

hackney

貸し馬, 陳腐な
Meaning
a horse kept for ordinary riding or hire; also used for something overused or trite
Example
The old hackney was still pulling the carriage.
その古い貸し馬は今でも馬車を引いていた。
B1 adjective ˌdem.əˈkræt.ɪk

democratic

民主的
Meaning
Relating to or supporting democracy or its principles.
Example
Democratic governance ensures equal rights.
民主的な統治は平等な権利を保証します。
C2 verb /prɪˈværɪkeɪt/

prevaricate

Meaning
to avoid telling the truth by not giving a direct answer
Example
The politician began to prevaricate when asked about the scandal.
C2 noun /ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/

equivocation

あいまいな言葉の使用
Meaning
The use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth or to avoid committing oneself.
Example
The politician’s equivocation frustrated voters who wanted a clear answer.
政治家のあいまいな言葉は、明確な答えを求めていた有権者を失望させた。
C2 adjective /səˈleɪʃəs/

salacious

わいせつな
Meaning
Having or conveying undue or inappropriate sexual interest.
Example
The tabloid published a salacious story about the celebrity.
タブロイドはそのセレブに関するわいせつな話を公開した。
B2 noun /əˈluːmɪnəm/

aluminum

アルミニウム
Meaning
a lightweight silvery metal used for making cans, foils, and other items
Example
The airplane body is made of strong but light aluminum.
飛行機の機体は強いが軽いアルミニウムで作られています。
C2 verb /ˈvaʊtʃ.seɪf/

vouchsafe

授ける
Meaning
to grant or give something in a gracious or condescending manner
Example
He vouchsafed them a rare smile.
彼は彼らに珍しい笑顔を授けた。
C1 noun /ˌɪndɪˈdʒɛstʃən/

indigestion

Meaning
Discomfort or pain in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food.
Example
He avoided spicy food because it often gave him indigestion.
C1 verb /ʌpˈruːt/

uproot

引き抜く
Meaning
To pull something out of the ground; to remove or displace completely.
Example
They uprooted the old tree from the garden.
彼らは庭から古い木を引き抜いた。
C1 verb /ˈdræm.ə.taɪz/

dramatize

ドラマ化する
Meaning
to present a story in a dramatic way, or to exaggerate something
Example
The novel was dramatized into a popular TV series.
その小説は人気のテレビシリーズにドラマタイズされました。
C2 noun /ˈpɒntɪf/

pontiff

教皇または高位の司教
Meaning
the pope or a high-ranking bishop in the Christian church
Example
The pontiff addressed the nation in a televised speech.
教皇はテレビで国民に向けて演説を行いました。
A1 verb /ˈfɪnɪʃ/

finish

終わらせる
Meaning
to complete or bring to an end; to reach the final point
Example
She finished her homework before dinner.
彼女は夕食前に宿題を終わらせた。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌfɪt/

outfit

衣装
Meaning
A set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.
Example
She wore a beautiful outfit to the party.
彼女はパーティーに美しい衣装を着て行った。
A1 verb /ʃoʊ/

show

見せる
Meaning
to display or present something to others; to make visible
Example
Can you show me the way to the station?
駅への行き方を教えてもらえますか?
C1 verb /ˈʃækəl/

shackle

足かせ
Meaning
to chain or restrain; to restrict someone’s actions or freedom
Example
Outdated regulations shackle small businesses and slow innovation.
古い規制は小規模なビジネスを足かせし、革新を遅らせます。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːvd/

perceived

幸福
Meaning
to become aware of something through the senses or the mind; to understand or interpret
Example
She perceived a hint of sadness in his voice.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈælkəmi/

alchemy

錬金術
Meaning
A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.
Example
Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy.
中世の科学者たちは命を錬金術に捧げました。
B1 noun ˌhjuː.mən ˈraɪts

human rights

人権
Meaning
A right that is believed to belong justifiably to every person.
Example
Human rights protect individual freedoms.
人権は個人の自由を守ります。
C2 adjective /ˈʃɑːpwɔːrn/

shopworn

古くなった / 色あせた
Meaning
worn or faded from being displayed in a shop; no longer fresh or original
Example
The shopworn shoes were sold at a discount.
ショッピングワーンの靴は割引価格で販売されました。
A1 interjection /haɪ/

hi

ハイ
Meaning
a friendly greeting used when meeting someone
Example
Hi, it's nice to meet you!
ハイ、会えてうれしいです!
C2 noun /ˈθiːɪzəm/

theism

神義論
Meaning
Belief in the existence of a god or gods, especially a creator who intervenes in the universe.
Example
Theism is central to many world religions.
神義論は多くの世界の宗教において中心的な存在です。
C2 adjective /əˈmɔːrfəs/

amorphous

無定形
Meaning
Lacking a clear shape or form; without a defined structure.
Example
The plan remained amorphous and lacked concrete details.
その計画は無定形のままで、具体的な詳細が欠けていました。
C2 adjective /ˈwɪznd/

wizened

しわくちゃな
Meaning
Shriveled, wrinkled, or withered, often due to age.
Example
The wizened tree stood in the field for centuries.
そのしわくちゃな木は何世代にもわたって野原に立っていた。
B1 verb, noun, adjective /ˈmeltɪŋ/

melting

溶けること
Meaning
the process of changing from solid to liquid due to heat; becoming softer or less rigid; emotionally moving or tender
Example
The ice is melting quickly under the hot sun.
氷は強い日差しで早く溶けています。
C2 noun, verb /ˈmaɪər/

mire

Meaning
A stretch of swampy or boggy ground; as a verb, to entangle or involve someone in a difficult situation.
Example
The car was stuck in the mire after the heavy rain.
C1 noun /ˈrɪpəl/

Ripple

波紋
Meaning
a small wave on the surface of water; a spreading effect or influence
Example
The stone created ripples across the calm pond.
石が静かな池に波紋を作った。
B2 noun /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/

coverage

報道
Meaning
The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.
Example
The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event.
ニュースチャンネルはそのイベントを広範囲に報道しました。
C1 adjective /ˌdɪsɪnˈdʒɛnjʊəs/

disingenuous

不誠実な
Meaning
not candid or sincere; giving a false appearance of honesty or openness
Example
She gave a disingenuous excuse for missing the meeting.
彼女は会議に出席しないために不誠実な言い訳をしました。
C2 noun /ˌdɛrɪˈlɪkʃən/

dereliction

職務怠慢
Meaning
the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty
Example
The officer was charged with dereliction of duty.
その役人は職務怠慢で起訴された。
B2 noun /djʊˈreɪʃən/

duration

期間
Meaning
the length of time that something continues
Example
The meeting lasted for the duration of two hours.
会議は2時間の期間続きました。
A2 verb əˈnaʊnst

announced

発表された
Meaning
To make a public and typically formal declaration about a fact, occurrence, or intention.
Example
The mission was announced publicly.
ミッションは公開で発表されました。
B2 adjective ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd

unprecedented

前例のない
Meaning
Never done or known before; without previous example.
Example
Unprecedented advancements in science changed human lives.
科学における前例のない進歩は人間の生活を変えました。
C1 noun /ˈæspɪrənt/

aspirant

志願者
Meaning
a person who seeks or hopes to achieve a position of honor or advancement
Example
She is an aspirant for the university's top scholarship.
彼女は大学の最優秀奨学金の志願者です。
C2 noun/verb /ˈmæn.ə.kəl/

manacle

手錠
Meaning
A metal shackle for fastening someone's hands or ankles; also to restrain with such shackles.
Example
The prisoner was manacled before being taken to court.
囚人は裁判所に連れて行かれる前に手錠をかけられました。
B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

変更する
Meaning
to change or modify something slightly but significantly
Example
She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.
彼女はドレスをより良くするために変更することを決めました。
B2 noun /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

迂回路
Meaning
A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.
Example
We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.
メイン道路が閉鎖されていたので、迂回路を取らなければならなかった。
B1 noun /tuː θɜːrdz/

two-thirds

三分の二
Meaning
a fraction equal to two parts of three; 2/3.
Example
Two-thirds of the students passed the exam.
学生の三分の二が試験に合格しました。