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B2 adjective /ˈʃæb.i/

Shabby

ボロボロの; ひどい状態の; 使い古された痕跡がある; 不公平または残酷
Meaning
worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean
Example
His shabby clothes showed that he had been traveling for days.
彼のボロボロの服は、彼が数日間旅行していたことを示していた。
B2 adjective ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd

isolated

孤立した
Meaning
Alone or separated from others; having little or no contact with other people.
Example
Technological advancements often leave people isolated.
技術の進歩はしばしば人々を孤立させる。
B2 adjective /ˈwɪk.ɪd/

Wicked

邪悪な; 悪党の;
Meaning
evil or morally wrong; intended to or capable of harming someone or something
Example
The wicked queen cast a spell on the princess.
邪悪な女王が王女に呪文をかけた。
B2 adjective /ˈfɪr.fəl/

fearful

恐ろしい
Meaning
feeling afraid or showing fear
Example
She was fearful of walking alone at night.
彼女は夜に一人で歩くのを恐れていた。
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

情熱
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
音楽への情熱が彼女をプロの歌手に導いた。
B2 noun ˈhæbɪtæt lɒs

Habitat Loss

生息地喪失
Meaning
The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.
Example
Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to butterflies.
生息地の喪失は蝶々にとって最大の脅威の一つです。
B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

雄鶏
Meaning
an adult male chicken
Example
The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.
雄鶏は夜明けに大声で鳴き、皆を起こしました。
B2 noun /ˈkʊriər/

courier

宅配便
Meaning
a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail
Example
The courier delivered the documents on time.
クーリエは時間通りに書類を配達しました。
B2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪk/

metric

メトリック
Meaning
Relating to the metric system of measurement; also, a standard of measurement used to assess performance.
Example
The company tracks success using clear performance metrics.
会社は明確なパフォーマンス指標を使用して成功を追跡しています。
B2 noun ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স

digital detox

デジタルデトックス
Meaning
A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.
Example
A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.
デジタルデトックスは手の疲労を減らすのに役立ちます。
B2 adjective /ˈmaɪti/

mighty

強力な
Meaning
having great power or strength; very strong or impressive
Example
The mighty river flows through the heart of the country.
その強力な川は国の中心を流れている。
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

シンプルで快適; 飾らない; 外見が素朴; 居心地の良い、親しみやすい
Meaning
simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar
Example
She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.
彼女は小さなカフェの居心地の良い雰囲気を楽しんでいた。
B2 noun /ˈbɒt.əl.nek/

bottleneck

ボトルネック
Meaning
Narrow path or obstruction, a place or situation where flow becomes slow.
Example
The narrow bridge is a major bottleneck during rush hour.
狭い橋はラッシュアワーの間、主要なボトルネックです。
B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/

reconstruct

再建する
Meaning
to build or form something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
Example
The city was reconstructed after the earthquake.
その都市は地震後に再建されました。
B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

魅力的な; 面白い; 楽しい
Meaning
attractive; interesting; pleasing
Example
The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.
色とりどりの庭は訪問者に非常に魅力的に見えます。
B2 verb /boʊlt/

bolt

突然走り出す; ボルトで固定する
Meaning
To move suddenly and quickly; also to fasten something with a bolt.
Example
The horse bolted from the stable after hearing a loud noise.
馬は大きな音を聞いて、厩舎から飛び出しました。
B2 noun ˈme.trɪks

metrics

メトリクス
Meaning
A system or standard of measurement; a set of numbers that give information about a particular process or activity.
Example
Metrics are crucial for evaluating performance.
メトリクスはパフォーマンスを評価するために重要です。
B2 noun /ˈkiː.pər/

Keeper

守衛; 飼育係;
Meaning
a person whose job it is to guard or take care of something or someone; a goalkeeper
Example
The zoo keeper fed the animals every morning at eight o'clock.
動物園のキーパーは毎朝8時に動物たちに餌を与えていました。
B2 noun ˈzɪpərz

zippers

ジッパー
Meaning
A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.
Example
Zippers are used to fasten the opening of the jacket.
ジッパーはジャケットの開口部を閉じるために使われます。
B2 verb /ʌnˈfəʊld/

unfold

広げるまたは開く
Meaning
to open or spread out something that was folded; to gradually reveal or develop
Example
She unfolded the letter carefully.
彼女は手紙を慎重に広げました。
B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

バカ
Meaning
a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish
Example
He acted like an idiot at the party last night.
彼は昨晩のパーティーでイディオットのように振る舞った。
B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

疲れさせる
Meaning
to tire out completely; to use up resources
Example
The long journey exhausted the children.
長い旅が子供たちを疲れさせた。
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zɪnz/

Raisins

レーズン
Meaning
dried grapes, often used in cooking and baking
Example
She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.
彼女はオートミールクッキーに甘さを加えるためにレーズンを加えた。
B2 verb /fjuːz/

fuse

融合する
Meaning
To join or blend two or more things together into one.
Example
The two metals fused under high heat.
二つの金属は高温で融合した。
B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

一貫して
Meaning
in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably
Example
She has been performing consistently well in her studies.
彼女は学業で一貫して良い成績を収めています。
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

プロトコル
Meaning
an official procedure or system of rules
Example
The security team followed strict protocol during the event.
セキュリティチームはイベント中に厳格なプロトコルに従いました。
B2 noun /ˌʌnəˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

unavailability

利用不可
Meaning
The state of being not available or not accessible.
Example
The unavailability of the manager caused a delay in the project.
マネージャーの不在がプロジェクトの遅延を引き起こした。
B2 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

持続可能性
Meaning
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.
Example
Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.
持続可能性は長期的な環境健康を保証します。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

弱い; 病気; 青白い
Meaning
weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale
Example
The sickly child needed extra care and attention.
その弱い子供は、特別なケアと注意が必要だった。
B2 noun /ˈet.ɪ.kət/

Etiquette

エチケット
Meaning
the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession
Example
Proper etiquette requires standing when a lady enters the room.
適切なエチケットは、女性が部屋に入るときに立ち上がることを求めます。
B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

余暇
Meaning
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
Example
Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.
読書は週末の彼女のお気に入りの余暇活動です。
B2 noun /bɪzˈnɛs sʌˈsɛs/

business success

ビジネスの成功
Meaning
The achievement of desired outcomes in business operations, typically measured by profitability, growth, and sustainability.
Example
Innovation drives business success.
革新はビジネスの成功を促進します。
B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

映画製作者
Meaning
a person who makes films, typically as a profession
Example
He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.
彼は業界で有名なフィルムメーカーです。
B2 verb ˈeksɪkjuːt

execute

実行する
Meaning
To carry out or put into effect a plan, order, or course of action.
Example
NASA plans to execute the mission in three phases.
NASAは三段階でミッションを実行する計画です。
B2 noun /dʒɔɪnt/

Joint

関節; 共同
Meaning
a point at which parts of the body are connected; shared by two or more people
Example
The joint effort of the team led to the project's success.
チームの共同の努力がプロジェクトの成功を導きました。
B2 adverb /ˈfræŋkli/

Frankly

率直に; 正直に;
Meaning
honestly; openly; in a direct manner
Example
Frankly, I think this plan needs more consideration.
率直に言うと、この計画にはもっと考慮が必要だと思います。
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

哲学者
Meaning
a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions
Example
Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.
ソクラテスは古代ギリシャの有名な哲学者でした。
B2 noun /ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

legislation

立法
Meaning
laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws
Example
The government passed new legislation to protect the environment.
政府は環境保護のために新しい立法を制定しました。
B2 verb /ɡriːv/

grieve

悲しむ
Meaning
To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.
Example
She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend.
彼女は最愛の友人を失って悲しみ続けています。
B2 adjective /ˈskɪni/

Skinny

痩せた; 細い; 骨ばかりの
Meaning
very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body
Example
The skinny cat looked like it hadn't eaten for days.
その痩せた猫は、数日間食べていないように見えました。
B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

軽蔑する
Meaning
to regard with contempt; to hate strongly
Example
She despises dishonesty in all its forms.
彼女はすべての不正直を軽蔑している。
B2 noun ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

兄弟姉妹
Meaning
Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.
Example
Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.
兄弟姉妹は通常、家系図で同じレベルに配置されます。
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。
B2 noun ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

適応
Meaning
The action or process of adapting or being adapted.
Example
Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.
気候変動への適応は回復力にとって重要です。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

カウンセリング
Meaning
the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems
Example
She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.
彼女はストレスを管理するためにカウンセリングを受けた。
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。
B2 noun /ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

Repetition

繰り返し
Meaning
the action of repeating something that has already been said or written
Example
Constant repetition helps students memorize vocabulary effectively.
継続的な繰り返しは、学生が語彙を効果的に覚えるのを助けます。
B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

支援的な
Meaning
providing encouragement or emotional help to someone
Example
She was very supportive during my difficult times.
彼女は私の困難な時期に非常に支援的でした。
B2 verb /ˈræl.i/

rally

Meaning
to come together for a common purpose or to recover strength or spirit
Example
The team rallied after halftime and won the match.
B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

加工食品
Meaning
Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.
Example
Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.
加工食品の過剰摂取は健康問題を引き起こします。
B2 noun breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

brain-training

脳のトレーニング
Meaning
Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.
Example
Regular brain-training can improve memory retention.
定期的な脳トレーニングは記憶力を向上させることができます。
B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

農薬
Meaning
Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.
過剰な農薬の使用は環境に害を及ぼす可能性があります。
B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

洞察力のある
Meaning
Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.
Example
The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.
教授はグローバル経済に関する洞察力のある講義を行いました。
B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

奇妙な
Meaning
very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement
Example
He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.
彼は誰も信じられないような奇妙な話をした。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

賛辞的な; 無料で提供される; 礼儀として提供された
Meaning
expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy
Example
The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.
ホテルはすべてのゲストに無料の朝食を提供します。
B2 noun /ˈmet.roʊ reɪl/

Metro Rail

メトロ
Meaning
an underground urban railway system; subway system
Example
The metro rail connects all major areas of the city efficiently.
メトロレールは都市のすべての主要地域を効率的に結びつけます。
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

味がない
Meaning
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
Example
The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.
スープは完全に味がなく、さらに調味料が必要でした。
B2 noun/verb jiːldz

yields

収穫量
Meaning
The amount of agricultural produce harvested per unit of land area.
Example
Crop yields have declined due to extreme weather.
作物の収穫量は極端な天候により減少しました。
B2 noun /ˈɡlæmər/

glamor

魅力
Meaning
An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.
Example
The glamor of city life attracts many young people.
都市生活の魅力は多くの若者を引きつけます。
B2 verb /ɜːrdʒ/

urge

促す
Meaning
to strongly encourage or try to persuade someone to do something
Example
Doctors urge patients to exercise regularly.
医者は患者に定期的に運動するように促します。
B2 noun /ˈsɪblɪŋ/

sibling

兄弟姉妹
Meaning
A brother or sister.
Example
She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister.
彼女は三人の兄弟姉妹がいます。二人の兄と一人の妹。
B2 verb /spɪt/

spit

唾を吐く
Meaning
to force liquid, especially saliva, out of the mouth
Example
He spat on the ground in anger.
彼は怒りで地面に唾を吐いた。
B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

委員会
Meaning
An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.
Example
The commission recommends constitutional reforms.
委員会は憲法改正を提案します。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

不確かに
Meaning
in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty
Example
She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.
彼女は複雑な指示を不確かに見つめた。
B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

割り当てる
Meaning
to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose
Example
The manager allocated funds for the new project.
マネージャーは新しいプロジェクトのために資金を割り当てました。
B2 noun /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

craving

強い欲求
Meaning
a strong desire for something
Example
She has a craving for chocolate every evening.
彼女は毎晩チョコレートが欲しくなる。
B2 noun /ˈdɪɡ.nə.ti/

Dignity

尊厳, 名誉, 自尊
Meaning
the state of being worthy of honor or respect; composure and self-respect
Example
Despite facing hardships, she maintained her dignity throughout the ordeal.
困難に直面しても、彼女は試練を通して尊厳を保ち続けました。
B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning
A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.
Example
You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新規性
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
発明の新規性が投資家を引き付けました。
B2 adverb juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li

unanimously

全会一致で
Meaning
With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.
Example
The proposal was unanimously accepted.
提案は全会一致で受け入れられました。
B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

処方する
Meaning
to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.
医者は私の風邪のために薬を処方しました。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈtɛndər/

tender

提案 / 優しい
Meaning
to offer formally; soft and delicate in texture or character; a formal offer or proposal
Example
The company tendered its resignation to the board.
会社は取締役会に辞表を提出しました。
B2 adverb /ˈdɛspərətli/

desperately

必死に
Meaning
in a way that shows despair or great need
Example
He called for help desperately after the accident.
事故後、彼は必死に助けを求めた。
B2 noun steɪks

stakes

賭け
Meaning
A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.
Example
The stakes were high for the success of the project.
プロジェクトの成功のために賭けが大きかった。
B2 adjective /ˈɡreɪs.fəl/

Graceful

優雅な; 滑らかな; 洗練された; 動きや振る舞いの美しさを持つ
Meaning
elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner
Example
The dancer moved with graceful elegance.
ダンサーは優雅に動きました。
B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

懐疑的な
Meaning
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations
Example
She was skeptical about the new plan.
彼女は新しい計画に懐疑的だった。
B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

感謝祭
Meaning
an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal
Example
We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.
私たちは家族と一緒に感謝祭の夕食を過ごしました。
B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

経済の持続可能性
Meaning
The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.
Example
Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.
経済の持続可能性は長期的な成長を促進する。
B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/

Truthful

誠実な
Meaning
telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere
Example
She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.
彼女は面接中、常に正直だった。
B2 adjective ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd

anticipated

予測された
Meaning
Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.
Example
The anticipated growth exceeded the city's capacity.
予測された成長は都市の容量を超えました。
B2 adjective /ˌɑːp.təˈmɪs.tɪk/

optimistic

楽観的
Meaning
hopeful and confident about the future
Example
She is optimistic about the success of her new project.
彼女は新しいプロジェクトの成功に楽観的です。
B2 noun /ˈdʒes.tʃər/

Gesture

ジェスチャー
Meaning
a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning
Example
She made a welcoming gesture with her hands to invite the guests inside.
彼女は手でゲストを招待するために歓迎のジェスチャーをしました。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

neighboring

隣接する
Meaning
situated near or next to another place; adjacent or nearby.
Example
They visited a neighboring village for the festival.
彼らは祭りのために隣の村を訪れました。
B2 verb /kəmˈplaɪ/

comply

従う
Meaning
to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law
Example
All companies must comply with safety regulations.
すべての企業は安全規則を遵守しなければなりません。
B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

浄化する
Meaning
to make clean or pure; to remove impurities
Example
This filter will purify the water effectively.
このフィルターは水を効果的に浄化します。
B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

ピーマン
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
赤と緑のピーマンを加えて、料理を色鮮やかで栄養満点にしましょう。
B2 verb /ˈdɑːrkən/

darken

暗くする
Meaning
to make or become dark; to reduce brightness or light
Example
The clouds began to darken the sky before the storm.
嵐の前に雲が空を暗くし始めた。
B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

柱
Meaning
a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system
Example
The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
古代の寺院は巨大な石の柱によって支えられていました。
B2 verb /stɪtʃ/

stitch

幸せ
Meaning
to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric
Example
She will stitch the torn dress carefully.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɑlv/

resolve

解決する
Meaning
to solve a problem; to decide firmly
Example
The manager resolves the conflict between employees.
マネージャーは従業員間の対立を解決します。
B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

archives

アーカイブズ
Meaning
A place or collection where historical records and documents are stored.
Example
She visited the national archives to research her family history.
彼女は家族の歴史を調べるために国立アーカイブズを訪れました。
B2 noun /pəˈsjuːt/

pursuit

追求, 探求
Meaning
the act of chasing or trying to achieve something
Example
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of happiness.
彼は幸福を追い求めることに人生を捧げた。
B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Meaning
The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.
Example
The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.
B2 adjective /ˈkeər.friː/

Carefree

心配のない; のんきな;
Meaning
free from anxiety or responsibility; lighthearted; worry-free
Example
She lived a carefree life, traveling the world without any worries.
彼女は心配事のない生活を送り、世界を心配なく旅していた。
B2 noun ˈnætʃərəl ˈhæbɪtæt

Natural Habitat

自然の生息地
Meaning
The natural environment where organisms live and fulfill their life needs.
Example
Protecting the natural habitat is crucial for butterflies.
蝶々のために自然の生息地を守ることが重要です。
B2 verb kəˈlaɪd

collide

衝突する、ぶつかる
Meaning
Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.
Example
The two cars collided at the intersection.
二台の車が交差点で衝突しました。
B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

global initiatives

グローバルなイニシアティブ
Meaning
Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.
Example
Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices.
グローバルなイニシアティブは、より良い廃棄物管理の実践を奨励しています。
B2 noun /ˈfɒsɪl/

fossil

化石
Meaning
the remains or impression of a prehistoric plant or animal embedded in rock
Example
The fossil of a dinosaur was discovered in the mountains.
山で恐竜の化石が発見されました。
B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

時を超越した
Meaning
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.
Example
The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.
その絵画の時を超越した美しさは、世代を超えてアート愛好家を魅了しています。
B2 noun ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən

environmental degradation

環境劣化
Meaning
The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources and destruction of ecosystems.
Example
Environmental degradation threatens biodiversity.
環境劣化は生物多様性を脅かしています。
B2 noun /ɪnˈveɪʒən/

invasion

侵略
Meaning
An instance of invading a country, region, or personal space with armed force or unwelcome presence.
Example
The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion.
軍隊は侵略の可能性に備えました。
B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

ガウン
Meaning
a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings
Example
She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.
彼女は卒業式でイブニングガウンを着てエレガントに見えた。
B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

吸収する
Meaning
to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information
Example
The sponge absorbed all the water.
スポンジは水をすべて吸収しました。
B2 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

身体組織に適切な量の液体を提供するプロセス。
Meaning
The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.
Example
Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.
適切な水分補給は、体の機能を維持するために重要です。
B2 noun /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

株主
Meaning
an individual or organization that owns shares in a company
Example
Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.
各株主は年次総会で投票する権利を持っています。
B2 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

利用可能性
Meaning
the state of being able to be used or obtained
Example
The availability of clean water is crucial for health.
清潔な水の利用可能性は健康にとって非常に重要です。
B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

反射的; 思慮深い; 光や画像を反射できる
Meaning
thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images
Example
After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.
会議の後、彼は反射的な気分だった。
B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

磨く
Meaning
to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine
Example
She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.
面接前に靴を磨かなければならない。
B2 noun /kəmˈplɛksɪti/

complexity

複雑さ
Meaning
The state of being complex; intricacy.
Example
The complexity of the problem required a team of experts.
問題の複雑さは専門家のチームを必要とした。
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 /wiː/

wee

とても小さい
Meaning
very small in size; tiny
Example
She gave me a wee smile before leaving.
彼女は去る前に小さな笑顔をくれました。
B2 noun/verb /pəʊl/

poll

世論調査
Meaning
a survey of public opinion or voting in an election
Example
The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.
世論調査ではほとんどの人が新しい政策を支持していることが明らかになった。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

アウトサイダー
Meaning
a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group
Example
As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.
アウトサイダーとして、彼は彼らの伝統を理解するのが難しいと感じました。
B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

遺体
Meaning
a dead body, especially of a human
Example
The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.
警察は廃墟の家で遺体を発見しました。
B2 noun /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl rɪˌspɒn.sɪˈbɪl.ə.ti/

financial responsibility

財務責任
Meaning
The practice of managing money and other financial resources in a responsible and effective manner.
Example
Financial responsibility ensures long-term economic stability.
財務責任は長期的な経済の安定を確保します。
B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

足首飾り
Meaning
a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle
Example
She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.
彼女は左足に美しい銀のアンクレットを着けていた。
B2 noun /ˈspɒnsəʃɪp/

sponsorship

後援
Meaning
the act of supporting an event, activity, person, or organization financially or through other resources
Example
The event was made possible due to the sponsorship of several big companies.
イベントは、いくつかの大企業の後援のおかげで実現しました。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

明確に
Meaning
in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt
Example
The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.
指示は明確に書かれており、混乱を避けるためです。
B2 noun /ˈnɪk.neɪm/

Nickname

ニックネーム
Meaning
a familiar or humorous name given to a person instead of their real name
Example
His nickname is 'Tiger' because he's so brave.
彼のニックネームは 'タイガー' です。なぜなら彼はとても勇敢だからです。
B2 adverb /sɪˈvɪərli/

severely

ひどく
Meaning
to a great degree; very seriously or harshly
Example
The patient was severely injured in the accident.
患者は事故でひどく負傷しました。