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C1 verb /ʃʌnt/

shunt

切り替える
Meaning
to move or turn aside; to push or divert from one track to another
Example
The train was shunted onto a different track.
列車は別の線路に切り替えられました。
C1 verb sɪˈkwɛstər

sequester

隔離する, 隠す
Meaning
To isolate or hide away.
Example
The carbon captured by trees can be sequestered for years.
木々によって捕えられた炭素は、何年も隔離されることがあります。
C1 noun /ˈlɔː.meɪ.kər/

Lawmaker

立法者
Meaning
a person who writes and passes laws, especially a member of a legislative body
Example
The lawmakers voted on the new education bill.
立法者たちは新しい教育法案に投票しました。
C1 noun, adjective /ˈsɒlvənt/

solvent

溶剤, 債務を支払う能力
Meaning
a liquid that dissolves other substances; also means able to pay debts
Example
Acetone is a common solvent used in laboratories.
アセトンは実験室でよく使われる溶剤です。
C1 adjective /ˈpəʊtəbl/

potable

飲料水
Meaning
safe to drink; drinkable
Example
The villagers did not have access to potable water.
村人たちは飲用水へのアクセスがありませんでした。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmjuː.tə.bəl/

immutable

不変の
Meaning
Unchangeable, permanent, or fixed
Example
The laws of physics are considered immutable.
物理法則は不変と見なされます。
C1 adjective /ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk/

Idealistic

理想主義的
Meaning
pursuing high principles or ideals; unrealistically optimistic
Example
She has an idealistic view of changing the world.
彼女は世界を変えるという理想主義的な見方を持っています。
C1 noun /pəˈvɪliən/

pavilion

パビリオン
Meaning
A large tent or temporary building, often used for events or exhibitions.
Example
The wedding reception was held in a decorated pavilion.
結婚式のレセプションは装飾されたパビリオンで開催されました。
C1 verb /blɛər/

blare

大きな音を立てる
Meaning
to make a loud, harsh sound
Example
The car horns blared all night.
車のクラクションは一晩中鳴り響いていた。
C1 noun /brɔːl/

brawl

乱闘
Meaning
a noisy fight in a public place
Example
A brawl broke out outside the bar late at night.
夜遅くにバーの外で乱闘が起こった。
C1 adjective /ˈspeɪʃəl/

spatial

空間の
Meaning
relating to space or the position, area, and size of things
Example
The scientist studied the spatial arrangement of stars.
科学者は星の空間配置を研究しました。
C1 noun /ədˈhɪərənt/

adherent

支持者
Meaning
a person who supports or follows a particular belief, cause, or leader
Example
He is a strong adherent of democratic values.
彼は民主的な価値観の強力な支持者です。
C1 noun /rɪˈsɜː.dʒəns/

resurgence

再生
Meaning
An increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence.
Example
The city saw a resurgence in tourism after the pandemic.
都市はパンデミック後、観光業の再生を見ました。
C1 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

順応させる
Meaning
to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize
Example
She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.
彼女は新しいチームのニーズにすぐ順応した。
C1 adjective /dɪˈspɒndənt/

despondent

Meaning
feeling or showing deep hopelessness or discouragement
Example
She felt despondent after losing her job.
C1 adjective /ˌkætəˈklɪzmɪk/

cataclysmic

壊滅的
Meaning
Relating to or denoting a violent natural event or upheaval.
Example
The war had cataclysmic effects on the nation's economy.
戦争は国の経済に壊滅的な影響を与えた。
C1 noun /ˌpeɪ.li.ɒnˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/

paleontology

古生物学
Meaning
the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants
Example
She decided to study paleontology at university.
彼女は大学で古生物学を学ぶことに決めました。
C1 noun /riːk/

Reek

悪臭がする; 不快または望ましくない印象を与える
Meaning
to have a very unpleasant smell; to give a strong impression of something unpleasant or undesirable
Example
The garbage can reeks of rotten food.
ゴミ箱は腐った食べ物の臭いがする。
C1 adjective ʌnˈmætʃt

unmatched

比類のない
Meaning
Not equaled or rivaled by any other; without equal.
Example
The freedom fighters showed unmatched bravery.
自由の戦士たちは比類のない勇気を示しました。
C1 verb /ʌnˈkɔrk/

uncork

コルクを抜く
Meaning
To remove the cork from a bottle; to open a bottle, especially of wine
Example
He uncorked the wine and poured a glass for everyone.
彼はワインのコルクを抜き、皆にグラスを注いだ。
C1 verb /ʃɜːrk/

shirk

避ける
Meaning
to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility
Example
He always tries to shirk his responsibilities at work.
彼は仕事で責任を避けようといつも試みます。
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

モノカルチャー
Meaning
The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Example
Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.
モノカルチャーは土壌の劣化や害虫への脆弱性の増加を引き起こす可能性があります。
C1 adjective /ˈstɔːlwərt/

stalwart

忠実, 頑強
Meaning
Loyal, reliable, and hardworking; strongly built or sturdy.
Example
She has always been a stalwart supporter of the community.
彼女は常にコミュニティの忠実な支持者でした。
C1 verb ɪkˈstræp.ə.leɪt

Extrapolate

外挿する
Meaning
Making future estimates based on existing information
Example
Scientists extrapolate climate changes based on past data.
科学者たちは過去のデータに基づいて気候変動を外挿します。
C1 noun /nɑːrˈkɒtɪk/

narcotic

麻薬
Meaning
A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often causing sleep and sometimes addiction.
Example
The police seized a large amount of narcotic substances.
警察は大量の麻薬を押収した。
C1 noun, verb /ˈɔːtɒpsi/

autopsy

検死
Meaning
a post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease
Example
The autopsy revealed that the victim had died from poisoning.
検死は、犠牲者が中毒で亡くなったことを明らかにしました。
C1 verb /ˈɪnsjuleɪt/

insulate

Meaning
To protect something by covering it, especially to prevent heat, sound, or electricity from escaping or entering.
Example
The house was insulated to reduce heating costs.
C1 adjective /ˌtræn.senˈdɛn.təl/

transcendental

超越的
Meaning
relating to the spiritual or non-physical realm; surpassing ordinary experience
Example
Meditation can lead to transcendental experiences.
瞑想はトランセンデンタルな経験に導くことがあります。
C1 adjective /ˈmɔːrbɪd/

morbid

死や病気など、不快または不安を引き起こすテーマへの異常な関心
Meaning
Having an abnormal interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects such as death or disease.
Example
She had a morbid fascination with crime stories.
彼女は犯罪の話に対してモービッドな魅力を持っていた。
C1 verb /ˈsætʃəˌreɪt/

saturate

Meaning
to fill completely with something until no more can be absorbed
Example
The heavy rain saturated the ground within minutes.
C1 adjective /ˈrɪkɪti/

rickety

ぐらつく
Meaning
Poorly made and likely to collapse; shaky.
Example
They crossed a rickety wooden bridge over the river.
彼らは川を越える不安定な木製の橋を渡りました。
C1 adjective /ˈplaɪənt/

pliant

柔軟な、影響を受けやすいまたは適応可能な
Meaning
flexible; easily influenced or adaptable
Example
She has a pliant personality that adapts well to new situations.
彼女は新しい状況にうまく適応できる柔軟な性格を持っています。
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。
C1 verb /ˈpruːfˌriːd/

proofread

校正する
Meaning
to read written material and mark any errors
Example
She proofread the report before submission.
彼女は提出前にレポートを校正した。
C1 adjective ˈsek.tər spəˈsɪf.ɪk

sector-specific

業界特定
Meaning
Relating to or designed for a particular sector or industry.
Example
Sector-specific policies attract targeted investments.
業界特定の政策はターゲット投資を引き付けます。
C1 verb /ɪɡˈzɒnəreɪt/

exonerate

免責
Meaning
To clear someone from blame or accusation.
Example
The court exonerated her from all charges.
裁判所は彼女をすべての告発から免除しました。
C1 noun ˌɒb.səˈlɛs.əns

obsolescence

陳腐化
Meaning
The process of becoming obsolete or outdated and no longer used.
Example
The rapid advancement of technology leads to the obsolescence of old devices.
テクノロジーの急速な進歩は古いデバイスの陳腐化を引き起こします。
C1 noun /ˈækəleɪd/

accolade

栄誉
Meaning
An award, honor, or expression of praise.
Example
She received an accolade for her outstanding performance.
彼女は卓越したパフォーマンスで栄誉を受けました。
C1 noun /ˈmæk.rəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənts/

macronutrients

マクロン栄養素
Meaning
Nutrients that are needed in large amounts to provide energy and building materials for the body, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Example
Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are vital macronutrients.
タンパク質、脂肪、炭水化物は重要なマクロン栄養素です。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛnəˌreɪtɪd/

venerated

尊敬される
Meaning
respected and admired deeply
Example
The venerated professor was honored with an award.
その尊敬される教授は賞を授与されました。
C1 noun /ˈbreɪkər/

breaker

ブレーカー（何かを壊す人や物、海岸近くで泡に壊れる大きな波、電気回路を中断する装置）
Meaning
A person or thing that breaks something; a large sea wave that breaks into foam near the shore; a device that interrupts an electric circuit.
Example
The breaker tripped during the storm, cutting off electricity.
嵐の間にブレーカーがトリップし、電気が切断されました。
C1 noun /ˈɛksɜːrpt/

excerpt

抜粋
Meaning
A short portion taken from a text, film, or piece of music.
Example
The teacher read an excerpt from the novel.
先生は小説から一節を読みました。
C1 noun /ˈsɪndɪkət/

syndicate

シンジケート
Meaning
A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.
Example
A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company.
投資家のシンジケートが困難な会社を買収しました。
C1 adjective /riˈækʃəˌneri/

reactionary

反動的
Meaning
Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.
Example
The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies.
グループは新しい政策に対して反動的な立場を取った。
C1 verb ˈrɛk.tɪ.faɪ

rectify

修正する
Meaning
To correct mistakes or make something right.
Example
The company took steps to rectify its financial mistakes.
会社は財務上のミスを修正するために手順を踏みました。
C1 noun /ˈzɛnəˌfoʊb/

xenophobe

外国人恐怖症者
Meaning
a person who dislikes or fears people from other countries or cultures
Example
The politician was criticized as a xenophobe due to his anti-immigrant policies.
その政治家は反移民政策のため、外国人恐怖症者として批判されました。
C1 adjective /ˈdɒɡɪd/

dogged

執拗
Meaning
showing stubborn determination and persistence
Example
She succeeded through dogged determination.
彼女は執拗な決意で成功を収めました。
C1 adjective /ˈfeɪl.seɪf/

fail-safe

故障防止
Meaning
designed to prevent failure or accidents; guaranteed to work correctly
Example
The engineers installed a fail-safe mechanism in the nuclear plant.
エンジニアは原子力発電所に故障防止メカニズムを設置しました。
C1 adjective /ˈbæʃ.fəl/

Bashful

恥ずかしがり屋; 内気な; 控えめな; 簡単に恥ずかしくなる
Meaning
shy; timid; modest; easily embarrassed
Example
The bashful child hid behind her mother when meeting strangers.
その恥ずかしがり屋の子供は、見知らぬ人と会うときに母親の後ろに隠れました。
C1 verb /broʊtʃ/

broach

取り上げる
Meaning
to bring up a subject for discussion
Example
She decided to broach the topic of salary with her manager.
彼女はマネージャーと給料の話題を取り上げることに決めました。
C1 adjective /ræmˈbʌŋk.ʃəs/

rambunctious

騒々しい
Meaning
boisterous, energetic, and difficult to control.
Example
The rambunctious children filled the house with noise.
騒々しい子供たちが家を騒音で満たしました。
C1 noun /pɔl/

Pall

棺の上に広げる布; 陰鬱な雰囲気を作り出す暗いカバー
Meaning
a cloth spread over a coffin; a dark covering that creates a gloomy atmosphere
Example
A pall of smoke hung over the burning building.
煙のヴェールが燃える建物の上に掛かっていた。
C1 adjective /ˈsʌlən/

sullen

むっつりした
Meaning
bad-tempered and gloomy; silently resentful
Example
She gave him a sullen look and walked away.
彼女はむっつりした表情を見せて、立ち去った。
C1 noun /təˈnæs.ə.ti/

tenacity

粘り強さ
Meaning
Determination, persistence, and the quality of not giving up
Example
His tenacity in solving problems led to his success.
問題を解決するための彼の粘り強さが成功につながった。
C1 verb /ˈwɒd.əl/

waddle

ヨチヨチ歩き
Meaning
to walk with short steps and a clumsy swaying motion, like a duck
Example
The duck waddled across the yard.
カモは庭をヨチヨチ歩きで渡った。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʌldʒənt/

indulgent

寛容な
Meaning
Having a tendency to be overly generous or lenient with someone.
Example
The indulgent mother allowed her child to stay up late.
寛容な母は子供を遅くまで起きていることを許しました。
C1 noun /ˈliːdʒən/

legion

大規模な人々のグループ、特に兵士; 大量
Meaning
a large group of people, especially soldiers; a great number
Example
The Roman army was divided into legions.
ローマ軍は軍団に分かれていました。
C1 noun /ˈlɪbərəlɪzəm/

liberalism

リベラリズム
Meaning
a political and social philosophy advocating individual freedoms, democracy, and equality
Example
Liberalism emphasizes freedom of speech and human rights.
リベラリズムは言論の自由と人権を強調します。
C1 noun ˈaʊt.sɔːr.sɪŋ

outsourcing

アウトソーシング
Meaning
The practice of having certain job functions done outside a company instead of having an in-house department or employee handle them.
Example
Many companies use outsourcing to reduce labor costs.
多くの企業はコスト削減のためにアウトソーシングを利用しています。
C1 adjective ˈeɪlɪəneɪtɪd

alienated

疎外された
Meaning
Feeling isolated or estranged; disconnected from others or society.
Example
Alienated students are more prone to delinquency.
疎外された学生は、犯罪に走りがちです。
C1 verb /snɪər/

sneer

冷笑する
Meaning
to smile or speak in a mocking or contemptuous way
Example
She sneered at his attempt to sing.
彼女は彼の歌おうとしたことを嘲笑した。
C1 noun /draɪ fɪʃ/

Dry fish

干物
Meaning
fish that has been preserved by drying in the sun or by other dehydration methods
Example
Dry fish is a popular preserved food in many coastal regions.
干物は多くの沿岸地域で人気のある保存食です。
C1 noun /ˈɒstrəsɪzəm/

ostracism

追放
Meaning
The act of excluding someone from a group or society.
Example
The student faced ostracism after breaking the rules.
その学生は規則を破った後、追放に直面しました。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtˌɡroʊθ/

outgrowth

成長
Meaning
something that grows out of something else; a natural development or result
Example
The new policy was an outgrowth of years of debate.
新しい政策は数年の議論の成長でした。
C1 noun /ˈfiːtəs/

fetus

胎児
Meaning
an unborn or unhatched offspring in the womb or egg
Example
The doctor explained the development of the fetus during pregnancy.
医師は妊娠中の胎児の発達について説明しました。
C1 noun /ɪˈklɪps/

Eclipse

日食 (太陽または月)
Meaning
an obscuring of light from one celestial body by another; a decline or loss
Example
The total solar eclipse darkened the sky for several minutes.
完全な太陽日食は数分間空を暗くしました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtrɛpɪd/

intrepid

勇敢な
Meaning
fearless and adventurous, often used humorously
Example
The intrepid traveler explored the jungle alone.
その勇敢な旅行者は一人でジャングルを探検した。
C1 noun ˈhɪn.drəns

hindrance

障害
Meaning
Something that creates difficulties or delays in progress.
Example
Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project.
資金不足はプロジェクトの大きな障害でした。
C1 verb /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənəlaɪz/

institutionalize

制度化する
Meaning
to establish something as a formal institution, custom, or practice
Example
The government seeks to institutionalize environmental protection.
政府は環境保護を制度化しようとしています。
C1 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪmənt/

accompaniment

伴奏
Meaning
Something that goes together with or complements another thing, often music or food.
Example
The dish was served with a spicy sauce as an accompaniment.
その料理はスパイシーなソースを添えて提供されました。
C1 adjective /tɛmˈpɛstjuəs/

tempestuous

Meaning
Characterized by strong and turbulent emotions or stormy conditions.
Example
Their tempestuous relationship often swung between love and anger.
C1 noun /ˈskeɪp.ɡəʊt/

Scapegoat

スケープゴート
Meaning
a person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others
Example
He became the scapegoat for the team's poor performance.
彼はチームの悪いパフォーマンスのスケープゴートとなった。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɪstɪk/

mystic

神秘的な、精神的な探求者
Meaning
relating to mysteries, spirituality, or hidden truths; a person who seeks spiritual insight
Example
The mystic devoted his life to meditation and spiritual discovery.
その神秘的な探求者は瞑想と精神的発見に人生を捧げました。
C1 noun /əˈtjuːn.mənt/

attunement

調和
Meaning
Being in harmony or responsive to someone's emotional state.
Example
Attunement to emotions improves relationships.
感情への調和は関係を改善する。
C1 verb /səˈlɪdəˌfaɪ/

solidify

強化する
Meaning
To make something firm, strong, or more certain.
Example
The company solidified its position in the market.
その会社は市場での位置を固めました。
C1 noun /ˈmɛləˌdrɑːmə/

melodrama

誇張したドラマ
Meaning
A dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting events intended to appeal to the emotions.
Example
The movie was criticized for its excessive melodrama.
その映画は過剰なメロドラマで批判されました。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiˌɛri/

intermediary

仲介者
Meaning
A person who acts as a link between people in order to try to bring about an agreement; a mediator.
Example
The diplomat served as an intermediary between the two conflicting nations.
外交官は二つの対立する国々の間で仲介者として機能した。
C1 adjective /ˈprɒdɪɡəl/

prodigal

浪費家
Meaning
spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
Example
The prodigal son returned home after wasting his inheritance.
浪費家の息子は、遺産を浪費した後、家に帰りました。
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

共鳴
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
彼のスピーチは観客に深い共鳴を与えた。
C1 adjective /ˈpriːmə/

prima

主要な, 優れた
Meaning
first or most important; excellent
Example
She was treated as the prima ballerina of the troupe.
彼女はグループのプリマバレリーナとして扱われました。
C1 verb /ˈdɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

dissipate

徐々に消失する
Meaning
To disappear or cause to disappear gradually.
Example
The tension in the room slowly dissipated.
部屋の中の緊張感は徐々に消えていった。
C1 noun ˌɪnfɛsˈteɪʃən

infestation

侵入, 異常に大量の昆虫や動物がある場所に存在すること
Meaning
The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place, causing damage or disease.
Example
The infestation of ants in the kitchen led to immediate pest control measures.
キッチンにおけるアリの侵入は、即座に害虫駆除対策を講じる結果となった。
C1 verb /ˈpærəlaɪz/

paralyze

麻痺させる
Meaning
to cause someone or something to lose the ability to move or function normally
Example
The sudden shock seemed to paralyze him.
突然の衝撃が彼を麻痺させたようだった。
C1 adjective ˈpɪv.ə.təl

pivotal

重要な
Meaning
Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
Example
Renewable energy plays a pivotal role in sustainability.
再生可能エネルギーは持続可能性において重要な役割を果たしています。
C1 noun /mɪˈlɪʃə/

militia

民兵
Meaning
a group of ordinary people who are trained to act as soldiers in emergencies
Example
The village formed a militia to defend against attacks.
村は攻撃から守るために民兵を結成した。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

狂気; 精神疾患
Meaning
the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality
Example
The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.
弁護人は、被告人が狂気によって無罪であると主張した。
C1 noun /dɪˈkɔː.rəm/

Decorum

礼儀; 品位; 威厳
Meaning
behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety; dignified and appropriate conduct
Example
The diplomat maintained perfect decorum throughout the heated negotiations.
その外交官は熱心な交渉の中で完璧な礼儀を保っていました。
C1 noun ˌrɛk.əˈlɛk.ʃən

Recollection

記憶
Meaning
Remembering past events or information
Example
His recollection of childhood memories was vivid.
彼の子供時代の記憶は鮮明だった。
C1 adjective /ˈbloʊtɪd/

bloated

膨れた
Meaning
swollen or puffed up, often unpleasantly
Example
After the big meal, he felt bloated and uncomfortable.
大きな食事の後、彼は膨れた感じで不快に感じていた。
C1 noun /rɪˈtriː.vəl/

retrieval

回復
Meaning
The process of getting something back, especially from storage or memory.
Example
The brain's retrieval system helps recall past experiences.
脳のリトリーバルシステムは過去の経験を思い出すのに役立ちます。
C1 noun /ˈloʊ.fər/

Loafer

働かず遊んでいる人、怠け者
Meaning
a person who avoids work or effort; an idler
Example
Don't be a loafer, help us with the work.
ローファーにならないで、仕事を手伝って。
C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

詳細への注意
Meaning
Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Example
His meticulousness made the project successful.
彼のメティキュラスネスはプロジェクトを成功させました。
C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

自己抑制
Meaning
The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.
Example
His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.
彼の危機的な状況での自己抑制は素晴らしかった。
C1 adjective /dɪˈfɪʃənt/

Deficient

不足している
Meaning
not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking or inadequate
Example
His diet was deficient in essential vitamins.
彼の食事は必要なビタミンが不足していた。
C1 noun ˌnæʃ.ən.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

nationalization

国有化
Meaning
The process of a government taking control of private property or industry.
Example
The nationalization of banks was aimed at stabilizing the economy.
銀行の国有化は経済の安定を目指して行われました。
C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

アルカリ性物質
Meaning
a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids
Example
Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.
石鹸にはアルカリ性物質が含まれており、油を取り除くのに役立ちます。
C1 adjective fæsˈtɪd.i.əs

fastidious

几帳面な
Meaning
Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
Example
She is fastidious about maintaining cleanliness.
彼女は清潔を保つことにとても几帳面だ。
C1 noun /ænˈtɪθəsɪs/

antithesis

アンチテーゼ
Meaning
A person, thing, or idea that is the direct opposite of another; a rhetorical device contrasting opposing ideas in parallel structure.
Example
Love is the antithesis of hate.
愛は憎しみのアンチテーゼです。
C1 noun /ˌprɒvəˈkeɪʃən/

provocation

挑発
Meaning
An action or statement that is intended to make someone angry or to cause a reaction.
Example
His rude comment was a clear provocation.
彼の無礼なコメントは明らかな挑発でした。
C1 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd/

multifaceted

多面的
Meaning
Having many different aspects or features
Example
The multifaceted approach to the problem resulted in innovative solutions.
問題に対する多面的なアプローチは革新的な解決策を生み出しました。
C1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs kwoʊ/

status quo

現状
Meaning
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
Example
The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.
政府はさらなるレビューまで現状を維持することを決定しました。
C1 noun /poʊˈɛt.ɪks/

poetics

詩学、詩の理論
Meaning
the study or theory of poetry and its principles
Example
He wrote a book on poetics explaining the art of verse.
彼は詩の技法を説明するポエティクスに関する本を書きました。
C1 adjective /ˈriːɡəl/

regal

王室の
Meaning
Resembling or fit for a king; majestic or royal.
Example
The queen entered the hall with a regal presence.
女王は王室のような存在感でホールに入った。
C1 verb /ˌɪntərˈsɛpt/

intercept

Meaning
to stop, catch, or seize something on its way from one place to another
Example
The police intercepted the stolen car before it crossed the border.
C1 verb /ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/

scrutinize

慎重に調べる
Meaning
Examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
Example
The scientist scrutinized the data before publishing his findings.
科学者は自分の発見を公開する前にデータを慎重に調べました。
C1 verb /ɡrʌnt/

grunt

Meaning
to make a low, rough sound, often when exerting effort or expressing annoyance
Example
He grunted as he lifted the heavy box.
C1 noun /ˌprɒpəˈɡeɪʃən/

propagation

普及, 宣伝
Meaning
The action of spreading and promoting an idea, theory, etc.
Example
The propagation of ideas through social media is rapid.
ソーシャルメディアを通じてアイデアの普及が急速に進んでいます。
C1 noun /ɡeɪt/

gait

歩き方
Meaning
A person's manner of walking.
Example
His slow gait showed that he was tired.
彼の遅い歩き方は、彼が疲れていることを示していた。
C1 verb /vaʊtʃ/

vouch

保証する
Meaning
to confirm or assert the truth or reliability of something
Example
I can vouch for his honesty.
彼の誠実さを保証できます。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrɡraʊnd/

foreground

前景
Meaning
the part of a scene that is nearest to and in front of the viewer
Example
The flowers in the foreground brightened the picture.
前景にある花が絵を明るくしました。
C1 noun /ˈbɜːrθraɪt/

birthright

生まれつきの権利
Meaning
A privilege or possession that a person has from birth.
Example
Freedom is considered a birthright of every individual.
自由はすべての個人の生まれつきの権利と見なされます。
C1 verb /ˌriːɪmˈbɜːrs/

reimburse

払い戻す
Meaning
to pay back money to someone who has spent it or lost it
Example
The company reimbursed him for travel expenses.
会社は彼に旅行費用を払い戻しました。
C1 noun /ˌdez.ɪɡˈneɪ.ʃən/

Designation

任命; 役職; 職位; ステータス
Meaning
the action of choosing someone for a position; a name, title, or official status
Example
His designation as team leader came with additional responsibilities and authority.
チームリーダーとしての彼の任命は、追加の責任と権限を伴っていました。
C1 adjective /ˈsiːs.ləs/

Ceaseless

途切れのない; 終わりのない
Meaning
continuing without pause or interruption; endless
Example
The ceaseless rain lasted for three days.
途切れのない雨は三日間続いた。
C1 verb, noun /dɪsˈkrɛdɪt/

discredit

信用を失わせる
Meaning
To harm the reputation of someone or something; loss of respect or credibility.
Example
The scandal discredited the politician in the eyes of the public.
スキャンダルは公衆の目で政治家を信用を失わせました。
C1 noun /ˌhoʊmiˈɑːpəθi/

homeopathy

ホメオパシー
Meaning
a system of alternative medicine based on treating diseases with highly diluted substances
Example
He believes in homeopathy for treating common colds.
彼は風邪を治すためにホメオパシーを信じています。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəˈsjuːmɪŋ/

unassuming

控えめな
Meaning
Not pretentious or arrogant; modest.
Example
Despite his success, he remained unassuming and humble.
成功にもかかわらず、彼は控えめで謙虚なままでした。
C1 adjective /ˈɪnbɔːrn/

Inborn

生まれつきの; 生来の; 内在的な
Meaning
existing from birth; natural; inherent
Example
She has an inborn talent for music.
彼女は音楽のための生まれつきの才能を持っています。
C1 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd siːdz/

Mustard seeds

マスタードシード
Meaning
small round seeds from the mustard plant, used as a spice and for making mustard condiment
Example
Mustard seeds are often tempered in hot oil to release their nutty flavor before adding to dishes.
マスタードシードは、料理に加える前に、そのナッツのような風味を引き出すために熱い油で炒められることがよくあります。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmeɪʃieɪtɪd/

emaciated

やせ衰えた
Meaning
Abnormally thin or weak, usually due to illness or lack of food.
Example
The emaciated dog was rescued from the abandoned house.
そのやせ衰えた犬は放置された家から救出されました。
C1 adjective /ˌnjʊə.rəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

neurological

神経学的
Meaning
Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
Example
Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health.
瞑想は精神的健康に対して積極的な神経学的影響を与えます。