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A2 adjective /sɪksθ/

sixth

六番目
Meaning
coming after the fifth in order, position, or rank
Example
He finished the race in sixth place.
彼はレースで六番目に終わった。
C2 noun /ˈrɒndoʊ/

rondo

音楽作品(繰り返しのテーマを持つ)
Meaning
a musical composition with a recurring leading theme
Example
The pianist ended the recital with a lively rondo.
ピアニストは生き生きとしたロンドでリサイタルを終えました。
C1 noun /ˈɡlɒs.ər.i/

Glossary

用語集
Meaning
an alphabetical list of terms in a particular domain of knowledge with explanations; a brief dictionary
Example
The textbook includes a helpful glossary at the end to define technical terms.
教科書の最後には技術的な用語を定義するための役立つ用語集があります。
A1 noun /end/

End

終わり; 結末; 終了;
Meaning
the final part of something; termination or conclusion
Example
The end of the movie was unexpected and left everyone surprised.
映画の終わりは予想外で、誰もが驚きました。
C1 adjective /ˈpjuː.nɪ.tɪv/

punitive

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

spiny

とげのある
Meaning
covered with or full of spines; having sharp points
Example
The spiny cactus stood tall in the desert.
とげのあるサボテンが砂漠の中で高く立っていました。
C1 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

poignant

胸を打つ, 感動的
Meaning
evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching
Example
The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.
映画のラストシーンは非常に感動的で、多くの観客が涙を流しました。
A1 noun /bæɡ/

bag

バッグ
Meaning
a container made of flexible material, used for carrying items
Example
She carried her books in a bag.
彼女は本をバッグに入れて持ち運んだ。
A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

厚い; 濃い;
Meaning
having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin
Example
The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.
その本は厚いページと重いカバーがあります。
A2 verb /dɪsˈkʌvər/

discover

発見する
Meaning
to find something for the first time
Example
Scientists discovered a new planet last year.
科学者たちは昨年新しい惑星を発見しました。
C1 noun /mɑːrˈsuːpiəl/

marsupial

袋で子供を育てる哺乳類
Meaning
A type of mammal that carries and nourishes its young in a pouch, like kangaroos and koalas.
Example
The kangaroo is a well-known marsupial.
カンガルーはよく知られたマースピアルです。
B2 noun /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

effectiveness

効果
Meaning
the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.
Example
The effectiveness of the new policy is still being evaluated.
新しい政策の効果はまだ評価中です。
B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

現れる
Meaning
to begin to exist or to happen
Example
Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.
計画を立てないと問題が現れることがあります。
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。
C1 noun /əˈlɜːrtnəs/

alertness

警戒心
Meaning
the state of being mentally aware and quick to notice or respond; vigilance
Example
The driver maintained a high level of alertness during the long journey.
運転手は長い旅の間、高い警戒心を保った。
C1 adjective ˌkwɪn.tɪˈsen.ʃəl

quintessential

典型的または最も完璧な例
Meaning
representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
Example
The artist's work is the quintessential example of modernism.
アーティストの作品はモダニズムの典型的な例です。
C2 noun /ˈterəpɪn/

terrapin

小さな淡水カメ
Meaning
a small freshwater turtle, especially one found in North America
Example
The terrapin slowly crawled into the pond.
テラピンはゆっくりと池に這い込んだ。
C1 adjective /ˈmɔːtəl/

Mortal

死すべき運命; 限られた寿命の; 人間
Meaning
subject to death; having a limited lifespan; human
Example
All human beings are mortal and will eventually die.
すべての人間は死すべき運命にあり、最終的に死ぬ。
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərmən/

chairman

幸福
Meaning
the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization
Example
The chairman opened the meeting with a short speech.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠せなかった。
C2 noun /rɪˈpʌɡ.nəns/

repugnance

嫌悪
Meaning
intense disgust or strong aversion towards something
Example
She felt deep repugnance at the cruelty of the act.
彼女はその行為の残酷さに深い嫌悪を感じた。
C2 noun /ˌæs.əˈfet.ɪ.də/

Asafoetida

アサフェティダ
Meaning
a pungent spice derived from the resin of a plant, commonly used in Indian cooking
Example
A pinch of asafoetida adds a distinctive flavor to the lentil curry.
アサフェティダを少し加えると、レンズ豆カレーに独特の風味が加わります。
B1 noun /sɔɪl/

soil

土壌
Meaning
The upper layer of earth in which plants grow.
Example
The soil in this area is reddish.
この地域の土壌は赤みがかっています。
C1 noun /ˈsɪvɪks/

civics

公民
Meaning
the study of the rights and duties of citizens and how government works
Example
Civics helps students understand their responsibilities as citizens.
公民は市民としての責任を理解するのに役立つ。
B2 noun /ˈroʊ.lɪŋ pɪn/

Rolling pin

めん棒
Meaning
a cylindrical tool used for rolling out dough or pastry
Example
Roll the dough flat with a rolling pin.
めん棒で生地を広げてください。
B2 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

哀れな; 惨めな
Meaning
arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate
Example
His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.
彼の悲惨な謝罪の試みは事態をさらに悪化させた。
C1 noun /lʌst/

Lust

強い性的欲求;何かへの情熱的な欲望
Meaning
very strong sexual desire; a passionate desire for something
Example
His lust for power corrupted him completely.
彼の権力への欲望は彼を完全に腐敗させた。
B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

共同の
Meaning
Shared by all members of a community; for common use.
Example
The villagers worked together in the communal garden.
村人たちは共同の庭で一緒に働いた。
B1 verb /prəˈpoʊz/

propose

提案する
Meaning
to suggest an idea or plan for consideration; to ask someone to marry you
Example
I propose we take a short break.
私は短い休憩を取ることを提案します。
B2 noun /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

パートナーシップ
Meaning
the state of being a partner or a group of partners
Example
Our partnership has helped both companies grow.
私たちのパートナーシップは、両社の成長に役立ちました。
B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

作業のコレクション、サンプル、または作業リスト
Meaning
A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.
Example
His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.
彼のポートフォリオは彼の多様なスキルの範囲を示していました。
A2 noun /ˈdaɪət/

diet

ダイエット
Meaning
the kinds of food that a person usually eats
Example
He follows a strict vegetarian diet.
彼は厳格なベジタリアンダイエットを実践しています。
B2 noun /waɪt ˈpɛpər/

White Pepper

ホワイトペッパー
Meaning
a spice made from dried peppercorns with the outer husk removed
Example
She added white pepper to the cream soup for a mild spicy flavor.
彼女はクリームスープにホワイトペッパーを加え、まろやかな辛味を加えました。
C1 noun ˌsʌb.sɪ.dɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

subsidization

助成金
Meaning
Financial assistance provided by government to make certain goods or services more affordable.
Example
Subsidization of agriculture helps farmers maintain crop production.
農業の助成金は、農家が作物の生産を維持するのに役立ちます。
B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

注意深い; 用心深い; 観察力のある
Meaning
careful to pay attention; alert and observant
Example
The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.
注意深い学生は、教師が言ったすべての言葉に注意深く耳を傾けました。
C2 noun /ˌfoʊˈtɑːmɪtər/

photometer

光度計
Meaning
an instrument for measuring the intensity of light
Example
The scientist used a photometer to measure the light in the laboratory.
科学者は実験室で光を測定するためにフォトメーターを使用しました。
B1 noun /ˈwɔːtərfɔːl/

Waterfall

Meaning
a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline
Example
The magnificent waterfall attracts thousands of tourists every year.
壮大な滝は毎年何千人もの観光客を引きつけます。
C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

先例
Meaning
previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows
Example
The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.
弁護士は容疑者の犯罪歴を調べました。
B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法論
Meaning
A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.
Example
The research was conducted using a new methodology.
その研究は新しいメソドロジーを使って行われました。
C2 adjective, adverb /ˈsaɪdlɔːŋ/

sidelong

斜め目線
Meaning
Directed to the side; indirect, furtive, or not straightforward.
Example
She gave him a sidelong glance across the room.
彼女は部屋を横切って彼に斜め目線を送った。
C1 noun ˌnæn.oʊ.tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒi

nanotechnology

ナノテクノロジー
Meaning
The branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometers.
Example
Nanotechnology is advancing medical treatments.
ナノテクノロジーは医療治療の進歩を促進しています。
C2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndəns/

superintendence

監督
Meaning
the act of overseeing, supervising, or managing
Example
The superintendence of the school is the principal’s duty.
学校の監督は校長の責任です。
B1 noun /nɛt/

net

Meaning
a piece of material made of threads or ropes woven together, used to catch or hold things
Example
The fisherman cast his net into the sea.
漁師は網を海に投げた。
C2 adjective /ˌɛnkəˈmiːæstɪk/

encomiastic

賛辞の
Meaning
Expressing praise; laudatory.
Example
The book was filled with encomiastic remarks about the author.
その本は著者に対する賛辞のコメントで満ちていた。
B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

進展
Meaning
The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
Example
Progression in technology drives innovation.
技術の進展はイノベーションを促進する。
C1 adjective /juːˈbɪkwɪtəs/

ubiquitous

普遍的
Meaning
Existing or being everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become ubiquitous among young people.
ソーシャルメディアは若者の間で普及しています。
C2 adjective /dɪˈluːsəri/

delusory

幻想的な
Meaning
Based on illusion; not real.
Example
He was filled with delusory hopes of becoming famous overnight.
彼は一夜にして有名になるという幻想的な希望に満ちていた。
C1 noun /toʊm/

tome

重い本
Meaning
a large, heavy book, often scholarly or serious in nature
Example
She spent the afternoon reading an old tome on medieval history.
彼女は午後の時間を中世の歴史に関する古い重い本を読んで過ごしました。
B1 noun /krɒp/

crop

作物
Meaning
plants that are grown and harvested for food or other use
Example
The farmers harvested their rice crop in autumn.
農家は秋に稲作の作物を収穫しました。
B2 verb /ˈnɒmɪneɪt/

nominate

ノミネートする
Meaning
to propose someone for a position or award
Example
The committee decided to nominate her for the award.
委員会は彼女を賞にノミネートすることに決めました。
B2 verb /rɪˈvaɪv/

revive

蘇生する
Meaning
To bring back to life, consciousness, or activity.
Example
The paramedics managed to revive the unconscious man.
救急隊員は意識不明の男性を蘇生させることに成功した。
C2 adjective /dɪˈmoʊniˌæk/

demoniac

悪魔的な
Meaning
possessed, produced, or influenced by a demon; frenzied or violent
Example
The soldiers fought with demoniac fury.
兵士たちは悪魔的な怒りで戦った。
C2 noun /əˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

annuity

年金
Meaning
a fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life
Example
She receives an annuity from her late husband's insurance policy.
彼女は故夫の保険契約から年金を受け取っています。
B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

逆に
Meaning
in an opposite or contrary manner
Example
He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.
彼は金持ちだが、逆に彼の兄は経済的に苦しんでいる。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

deposit

預金, 手付金
Meaning
to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally
Example
She deposited $500 into her savings account.
彼女は貯金口座に500ドルを預けました。
C2 noun /stɛp/

steppe

ステップ
Meaning
A large flat area of unforested grassland, especially in southeastern Europe or Siberia.
Example
The nomads traveled across the vast steppe with their herds.
遊牧民は自分の家畜を連れて広大なステップを渡っていた。
C2 verb /ˈkælvɪnaɪz/

calvinize

カルヴァン主義の原則を取り入れる
Meaning
to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism
Example
The preacher sought to calvinize the community with strict teachings.
伝道師は厳格な教義でコミュニティをカルヴァン主義化しようとした。
B2 adjective /ˈstɛdi/

steady

安定
Meaning
firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly
Example
He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.
彼は絵を描いている間、手を安定させていました。
C1 noun /ˈsuːtər/

suitor

求婚者
Meaning
a man who pursues a relationship with a woman, often with the intent to marry
Example
She had many suitors vying for her attention.
彼女には彼女の注意を争う求婚者がたくさんいた。
A2 adjective /ˈfɔːrməl/

formal

正式
Meaning
done in accordance with rules of convention or etiquette; official or serious in nature
Example
He wore a formal suit to the wedding.
彼は結婚式でフォーマルなスーツを着ていました。
B1 adverb /ɪˈfɛktɪvli/

effectively

効果的に
Meaning
in a way that produces the desired result; efficiently and successfully
Example
The team worked together effectively to finish the project on time.
チームはプロジェクトを時間通りに終わらせるために効果的に一緒に働きました。
B1 verb /dɪp/

dip

浸す
Meaning
to put something quickly into a liquid and take it out again
Example
She dipped her bread into the soup.
彼女はパンをスープに浸しました。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːrvɪst/

harvest

収穫
Meaning
the process or period of gathering crops
Example
Farmers are busy during the rice harvest season.
農家は米の収穫の季節に忙しい。
C2 noun /kənˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.t̬i/

congeniality

親しみやすさ
Meaning
The quality of being pleasant, friendly, and easy to talk to.
Example
His congeniality makes him popular among friends.
彼の親しみやすさは、彼を友人の中で人気者にしています。
C1 adjective ɪɡˈzɛmpləri

exemplary

模範的
Meaning
Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.
Example
She was praised for her exemplary work ethic and dedication.
彼女はその模範的な仕事倫理と献身に対して賞賛されました。
B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建物
Meaning
a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property
Example
His argument was based on a false premise.
彼の議論は誤った前提に基づいていました。
C2 adjective /raɪˈpɛə.ri.ən/

riparian

河川や他の水路の岸辺に関連する
Meaning
Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or other watercourse.
Example
Riparian vegetation helps prevent soil erosion along rivers.
河川沿いの植生は、河川沿いの土壌浸食を防ぐのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

カッコウ
Meaning
a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests
Example
We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.
朝早く、森の中でカッコウの声を聞きました。
C1 noun /ɪkˈstɔːr.ʃən/

extortion

恐喝
Meaning
the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
Example
The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening his partner.
そのビジネスマンは、パートナーを脅迫した後、恐喝で逮捕されました。
C1 noun /ˈsiːskeɪp/

seascape

海の景色
Meaning
A view or painting of the sea.
Example
The artist painted a beautiful seascape at sunset.
アーティストは夕日で美しい海の景色を描きました。
C2 adjective /ˈkɒnfluənt/

confluent

合流
Meaning
Flowing together or merging; coming together at one point.
Example
The confluent streams formed a mighty river.
合流する小川が力強い川を作った。
C2 verb /ˈæntɪkweɪt/

antiquate

時代遅れにする
Meaning
To make something old-fashioned or obsolete.
Example
The rise of digital cameras antiquated traditional film photography.
デジタルカメラの台頭は、従来のフィルム写真を時代遅れにした。
C2 adjective ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.prəˈtek.tɪv

neuroprotective

神経保護
Meaning
Having the ability to protect nerve cells from damage, degeneration, or impaired function.
Example
Omega-3 fatty acids have neuroprotective benefits.
オメガ-3脂肪酸は神経保護効果があります。
C1 adjective ˈkrɪp.tɪk

cryptic

暗号的, 謎めいた, 不明確な
Meaning
Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure; difficult to understand.
Example
The message was cryptic and hard to decipher.
そのメッセージは暗号的で解読が難しかった。
C1 noun /rəˈpɪdəti/

rapidity

迅速さ
Meaning
The quality of moving or happening quickly; swiftness or speed.
Example
The rapidity of technological change is astonishing.
技術的な変化の速さは驚くべきものです。
A2 noun /ˈfoʊldər/

folder

フォルダー
Meaning
a container or directory used to store and organize papers or digital files
Example
I saved all the photos in a separate folder.
すべての写真を別のフォルダーに保存しました。
C1 verb /əˈkwɪt/

acquit

無罪を言い渡す
Meaning
to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way
Example
The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.
陪審員は被告をすべての告発から無罪にすると決定しました。
A2 adjective /fɔːls/

False

偽; 不正確; 欺瞞; 人工
Meaning
not true; incorrect; deceptive; artificial
Example
The witness gave false testimony in court.
証人は法廷で偽証をした。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəbˈtruːsɪv/

unobtrusive

目立たない
Meaning
not attracting attention; blending in without causing notice
Example
The security cameras are designed to be unobtrusive.
セキュリティカメラは目立たないように設計されています。
C1 verb /ˈɪnstɪˌɡeɪt/

instigate

扇動する
Meaning
To bring about or initiate an action, often something negative.
Example
He was accused of instigating the riot.
彼は暴動を扇動したとして告発された。
C1 noun /ˈdʒiː.nəs/

genus

Meaning
a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family
Example
The tiger belongs to the genus Panthera.
トラはパンサー属に属します。
C2 adjective /ˈrævənɪŋ/

ravening

非常に空腹で貪欲
Meaning
Extremely hungry and greedy; voracious.
Example
The ravening wolves circled the camp.
空腹の狼たちはキャンプを囲んだ。
C2 verb /fɔːrˈfɛnd/

forfend

守る, 防ぐ, 防止する
Meaning
to protect or defend against something undesirable; to prevent
Example
May good fortune forfend any danger from our journey.
良い運が私たちの旅からどんな危険も防いでくれますように。
A2 verb /dɪˈpend/

depend

頼る
Meaning
to rely on someone or something for support
Example
Children depend on their parents for care.
子供たちは親に頼って世話を受けています。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈæk.tɪv/

Inactive

非アクティブ
Meaning
not active; not working; dormant; idle
Example
The volcano has been inactive for over a century.
この火山は1世紀以上も活動していない。
C2 noun /ˈkɒliər/

collier

炭鉱労働者
Meaning
a person who works in coal mines or a ship carrying coal
Example
The collier spent long hours underground extracting coal.
炭鉱労働者は地下で長時間石炭を掘り出していた。
A1 noun /ˈdɒlər/

dollar

ドル
Meaning
The basic monetary unit of the United States and some other countries
Example
I need five dollars to buy this book.
この本を買うには5ドル必要です。
C1 adjective /ˈvɑːlətl/

volatile

変動しやすい
Meaning
likely to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse
Example
The stock market is extremely volatile these days.
株式市場は最近非常に変動しやすいです。
C2 verb /ˌpriːɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

preengage

事前契約
Meaning
To contract or engage beforehand; to arrange in advance.
Example
The workers were preengaged before the project officially started.
プロジェクトが公式に開始される前に、作業員はすでに前もって契約されていました。
C2 noun /məˈbɒkrəsi/

mobocracy

群衆政治
Meaning
Rule or control by a mob or mass of people, often disorderly.
Example
The protest turned into mobocracy when the crowd started destroying property.
抗議は、群衆が財産を破壊し始めたときに群衆政治に変わった。
C2 adjective /ˈɪn.dɪ.dʒənt/

indigent

困窮
Meaning
lacking the necessities of life due to poverty; very poor
Example
The hospital offers free care to indigent patients.
病院は困窮した患者に無料でケアを提供しています。
C2 noun /oʊˈtɜːr/

hauteur

傲慢
Meaning
disdainful pride; arrogance
Example
His hauteur made it difficult for others to approach him.
彼の傲慢は他の人々が近づくのを難しくさせた。
B1 verb /ˈɛstɪˌmeɪt/

estimate

見積もる
Meaning
To roughly calculate or judge the value, number, quantity, or extent of something.
Example
The engineer estimated the cost of the project at $5 million.
エンジニアはプロジェクトのコストを500万ドルと見積もりました。
C2 adjective /ɡlɪb/

glib

表面的だが不誠実な
Meaning
speaking easily but without sincerity or depth
Example
The politician gave a glib answer to a serious question.
政治家は深刻な質問に対して表面的な答えをしました。
B1 noun /kloʊðz ˈaɪərn/

Clothes iron

アイロン
Meaning
An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure
Example
I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting.
私は会議のためにシャツをきれいに見せるためにアイロンを使う必要があります。
C1 adjective ˈɒk.sɪ.də.tɪv

oxidative

酸化に関連する
Meaning
Related to or caused by oxidation, especially cellular damage from free radicals.
Example
Excess stress can lead to oxidative damage in cells.
過度のストレスは細胞に酸化的な損傷を引き起こす可能性があります。
C2 noun /ˌɪnsjəˈlærəti/

insularity

島国性
Meaning
The state of being isolated or narrow-minded.
Example
The insularity of the group prevented them from accepting new ideas.
グループの島国性は新しいアイデアを受け入れることを妨げた。
A2 adjective /ˈsɜːr.tən/

Certain

確信している; 確かな; 疑いなく
Meaning
confident and sure; without doubt; definitely true
Example
I am certain that we will succeed.
私は確信しています、私たちは成功します。
C2 noun /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zəns/

cognizance

認識
Meaning
Awareness, knowledge, or understanding of something; conscious perception.
Example
The judge took cognizance of the new evidence.
裁判官は新しい証拠に気づいた。
C1 noun/verb /fliːs/

fleece

Meaning
The woolly covering of a sheep; as a verb, to swindle or cheat someone.
Example
The farmer sheared the sheep’s fleece carefully.
C1 noun /ˈpɪt.fɔːl/

pitfall

落とし穴, 障害
Meaning
a hidden or unexpected danger or difficulty
Example
Investors must be aware of the pitfalls of the market.
投資家は市場の落とし穴に注意する必要があります。
B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸性雨
Meaning
Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.
Example
Acid rain damages crops and buildings.
酸性雨は作物や建物にダメージを与えます。
C1 adjective /ˌruː.dɪˈmen.tər.i/

Rudimentary

基本的な; 初歩的な; 未発達な; 発展の初期段階にある
Meaning
basic; elementary; undeveloped; in the earliest stage of development
Example
She has only rudimentary knowledge of French.
彼女はフランス語についての初歩的な知識しか持っていません。
B1 noun rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti

responsibility

責任
Meaning
The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone.
Example
Taking responsibility for one's actions is a sign of maturity.
自分の行動に責任を持つことは、成熟の証です。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɜːv/

reserve

予約する
Meaning
to keep something for future use; to book in advance
Example
I want to reserve a table for dinner.
ディナーのためにテーブルを予約したいです。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

unbiased

偏見のない
Meaning
Not showing prejudice; impartial and fair.
Example
The report gave an unbiased view of the situation.
レポートは状況の偏りのない見解を示しました。
B2 noun /ˈpriː.tɛns/ or /prɪˈtɛns/

pretense

仮面, 偽装
Meaning
A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.
Example
His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.
彼の優しさは信頼を得るための単なる仮面だった。
A2 adjective /maɪld/

mild

穏やか
Meaning
not severe or strong; gentle in nature
Example
The patient had only mild symptoms.
患者には軽い症状だけがありました。
A2 noun /ˈlæd.ər/

Ladder

はしご
Meaning
a structure consisting of two upright parallel sides connected by rungs, used for climbing up or down
Example
He climbed the ladder to reach the books on the top shelf.
彼は上の棚の本を取るためにはしごを登った。
C1 verb /ˈpætər/

patter

繰り返される軽いタップ音を立てる / 機械的に素早く話す
Meaning
to make a repeated light tapping sound; to talk quickly in a rehearsed or mechanical way
Example
Rain pattered softly on the window.
雨は窓に静かにパタパタと音を立てていた。
C1 noun /jiːld ˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/

yield optimization

収穫最適化
Meaning
The process of maximizing the productivity or efficiency of crop production through various agricultural techniques and practices.
Example
Yield optimization techniques can significantly improve crop production.
収穫最適化技術は作物生産を大幅に改善できます。
C2 noun /ˌdeɪnuːˈmɒ̃/

denouement

結末
Meaning
The final resolution or conclusion of a story, drama, or complicated situation.
Example
The novel's denouement was both surprising and satisfying.
その小説の結末は驚くべきものであり、満足のいくものでした。
C2 noun /bɛk/

beck

合図 / 小川
Meaning
a gesture of beckoning; a small stream or brook (chiefly Northern English)
Example
The servant came at his master's beck and call.
召使いは主人の合図に即座に来ました。
C2 noun /ˈmɛtrəˌnoʊm/

metronome

メトロノーム
Meaning
A device that produces regular ticks or beats to help musicians maintain tempo.
Example
She practiced the piano with a metronome to keep steady timing.
彼女は安定したタイミングを保つためにメトロノームを使ってピアノを練習していた。
C1 noun, verb /ˈbʌtrəs/

buttress

支柱, 支え
Meaning
a structure built against a wall for support; to support or strengthen
Example
The cathedral walls were buttressed to prevent collapse.
大聖堂の壁は崩壊を防ぐために支えられていました。
C1 noun ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən

insulation

絶縁
Meaning
Material used to prevent heat, sound, or electricity from being transmitted from one area to another.
Example
Insulation of food storage areas can prevent pests from entering.
食品保管エリアの絶縁は、害虫が侵入するのを防ぐことができます。
C1 noun /aɪˈtɪnərɛri/

itinerary

旅程
Meaning
A planned route or schedule of a journey or trip.
Example
The travel agent gave us a detailed itinerary for our vacation.
旅行代理店は私たちの休暇のために詳細な旅程を提供してくれました。
B1 noun /neɪl/

Nail

Meaning
a small metal spike with a broadened flat head; part of finger or toe
Example
He hammered the nail into the wooden board.
彼は木の板に釘を打ち込んだ。
C1 noun /rɪˈfaɪnəri/

refinery

製油所
Meaning
an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified
Example
The oil refinery processes thousands of barrels daily.
石油精製所は毎日何千バレルもの石油を処理します。
C1 adjective /ˈvɛlvəti/

velvety

幸福
Meaning
having a smooth, soft texture like velvet
Example
She spoke in a low, velvety voice.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈtuːb.roʊz/

Tube-rose

チューバローズ
Meaning
a night-blooming flower with an intensely sweet fragrance, native to Mexico
Example
The tuberose flowers filled the evening air with their heavenly scent.
チューバローズの花は夕方の空気に天国のような香りを満たしました。
C2 noun /ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

esprit de corps

チームスピリット
Meaning
A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.
Example
The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort.
チームのスピリットは、彼らの協力的な努力に明らかに現れていた。