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B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

頭蓋骨
Meaning
the bony framework of the head that protects the brain
Example
The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.
医者は慎重に頭蓋骨のX線写真を調べました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbiːtən/

Unbeaten

負けなし; 敗北なし
Meaning
not defeated; having never lost; undefeated
Example
The team remains unbeaten this season.
そのチームは今シーズン無敗です。
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 /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

従う
Meaning
To comply with rules, standards, or laws.
Example
Students must conform to the school regulations.
学生は学校の規則に従わなければならない。
B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

貯水池
Meaning
A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.
Example
The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.
その都市は住民に十分な飲料水を確保するために新しい貯水池を建設した。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

スポークスマン
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
スポークスマンは集会中に群衆に向かって話した。
B2 noun, verb /kjuːb/

cube

立方体
Meaning
As a noun: a solid object with six equal square faces. As a verb: to cut food into small square pieces.
Example
She put a sugar cube in her tea.
彼女はお茶に砂糖のキューブを入れました。
B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

連合; 同盟; つながり
Meaning
joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected
Example
The allied forces worked together during the war.
連合軍は戦争中に一緒に働いた。
B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

対戦相手; ライバル
Meaning
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another
Example
The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.
チェスのプレーヤーは最強の対戦相手を倒した。
B2 noun /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

エコー; 反響
Meaning
a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation
Example
His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.
彼の声は空の大聖堂で明確なエコーを作り出しました。
B2 adjective /ˈflɔːrəl/

floral

花のような
Meaning
Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.
Example
She wore a beautiful floral dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーに美しい花のようなドレスを着ていった。
B2 noun /ˈwʊlən dres/

Woolen dress

ウールのドレス
Meaning
a dress made from wool fabric, typically worn in cold weather
Example
She wore a warm woolen dress during the winter months.
彼女は冬の月に暖かいウールのドレスを着ていました。
B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

ぶんぶん音
Meaning
a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound
Example
The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.
エアコンの絶え間ないぶんぶん音が彼女が安らかに眠るのを助けました。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

子供のような; 無邪気で信頼しやすい; 純粋でシンプル
Meaning
innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple
Example
She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.
彼女は周りの世界について子供のような驚きを保っていました。
B2 adjective /ˈfraɪtfəl/

frightful

恐ろしい
Meaning
causing fear or horror; very unpleasant
Example
The hikers faced frightful weather conditions on the mountain.
登山者たちは山で恐ろしい天候条件に直面しました。
B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

弱める
Meaning
to make or become less strong or powerful
Example
The illness weakened his immune system significantly.
その病気は彼の免疫システムを著しく弱めました。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈbʌmpi/

Bumpy

でこぼこした; ざらざらした
Meaning
having an uneven surface; rough; jolting
Example
The bumpy road made the car ride very uncomfortable.
でこぼこした道で車の乗り心地はとても不快だった。
B2 noun ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

資本主義
Meaning
An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.
Example
Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.
資本主義は革新と競争を促進します。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /flʌʃ/

flush

顔を赤くする / 水で洗浄する
Meaning
to become red in the face, usually from embarrassment, heat, or excitement; to clean something with a flow of water
Example
She flushed with embarrassment when she realized her mistake.
彼女は自分のミスに気づいたとき、恥ずかしさで顔が赤くなった。
B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

ターメリック
Meaning
A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine
Example
Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.
カレーに色と風味を加えるためにターメリックを加えます。
B2 noun /ˈlænd.fɪl/

landfill

埋立地
Meaning
a site where waste material is buried under the ground
Example
The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem.
その都市は増え続ける廃棄物問題を解決するために新しい埋立地を作りました。
B2 verb ˈwɜːrsən

worsen

悪化する
Meaning
To make or become worse; to deteriorate in quality, condition, or degree.
Example
Lack of education can worsen poverty levels.
教育の不足は貧困のレベルを悪化させる可能性がある。
B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

検閲
Meaning
to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this
Example
The government tried to censor the controversial film.
政府はその物議を醸す映画を検閲しようとしました。
B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

天使のような
Meaning
Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.
Example
The child had an angelic smile.
その子供は天使のような笑顔をしていました。
B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

取得する
Meaning
To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.
Example
Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.
ボランティアは自分の経験を通じて新しいスキルを取得します。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ/

underlying

根本的な
Meaning
basic or hidden but important; forming the foundation of something
Example
The underlying reason for the conflict was never addressed.
その対立の根本的な理由は決して対処されませんでした。
B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

disagreement

不一致
Meaning
a failure to agree or a difference in opinion
Example
Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project.
その問題に対する彼らの不一致はプロジェクトの遅延を引き起こしました。
B2 noun /ˈtɛnənsi/

tenancy

賃貸契約
Meaning
The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.
Example
The tenancy agreement was signed for two years.
賃貸契約は2年間で署名されました。
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 noun /ˈfleɪ.vər/

Flavour

風味
Meaning
the distinctive taste of a food or drink; a particular quality or atmosphere
Example
The soup had a rich flavour of herbs and spices from the garden.
スープには庭からのハーブとスパイスの豊かな風味がありました。
B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

休憩
Meaning
A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.
Example
The children played outside during recess.
子供たちは休憩中に外で遊びました。
B2 verb /rɪˈkɜːr/

recur

Meaning
to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals
Example
The headache tends to recur every few weeks.
B2 noun /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

地球規模の平和
Meaning
Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.
Example
Global peace requires collective efforts.
地球規模の平和には集団的な努力が必要です。
B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

ホルモン
Meaning
a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions
Example
Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.
インスリンは血糖値をコントロールするホルモンです。
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

監督者
Meaning
a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project
Example
The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.
監督者は進捗を確認するために教室を訪れました。
B2 noun /rʌʃ/

Rush

急ぎ; ラッシュ
Meaning
a sudden quick movement toward something; a period of great activity or demand; hurry
Example
There was a rush to buy tickets for the concert.
コンサートのチケットを買うために急いでいました。
B2 verb /blʌf/

bluff

Meaning
to deceive someone by pretending to have strength, knowledge, or resources that one does not actually possess
Example
He tried to bluff his way into the exclusive club.
B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

インタラクティブ
Meaning
Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.
Example
Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.
インタラクティブな学習は、学生が授業に参加し続けるのを助けます。
B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

地平線
Meaning
The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.
Example
The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.
望遠鏡は天文学の新しい地平線を開きます。
B2 noun ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən

vegetation

植生
Meaning
Plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular region.
Example
The forest was dense with a wide variety of vegetation.
森は多様なベジテーションで密集していました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

保険をかける
Meaning
to provide insurance; to make certain
Example
I need to insure my new car.
私は新しい車を保険に入れる必要があります。
B2 adjective /mjuːt/

Mute

無言の; 話せない; 音がない
Meaning
silent; unable to speak; without sound
Example
He remained mute during the entire meeting.
彼は会議中ずっと無言だった。
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

プロセッサ
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
新しいノートパソコンにはより高速なプロセッサがあります。
B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

アニメーションされた
Meaning
Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.
Example
The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.
そのアニメーション映画は子供たちと大人たちに愛されました。
B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

適度に
Meaning
to a reasonable extent, not excessively
Example
She exercises moderately to stay healthy.
彼女は健康を保つために適度に運動しています。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

無関心
Meaning
having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another
Example
She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.
彼女は試合の結果に無関心だった。
B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

Meaning
A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.
Example
The family owned a large estate in the countryside.
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

小売
Meaning
the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale
Example
The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.
この会社は衣類とアクセサリーの小売を専門としています。
B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入する
Meaning
To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.
Example
The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.
教師は生徒たちの間で喧嘩を止めるために介入しなければならなかった。
B2 noun /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

コーラス; 各節の後に繰り返される歌の一部
Meaning
a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse
Example
The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.
学校のコーラスは年次コンサートで素晴らしいパフォーマンスをしました。
B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

global collaboration

グローバル協力
Meaning
Cooperation and partnership between countries or organizations worldwide to address common challenges.
Example
Global collaboration is necessary to address climate change.
グローバル協力は気候変動に対処するために必要です。
B2 noun /wiːd/

Weed

雑草
Meaning
a wild plant growing where it is not wanted; unwanted plant
Example
The garden was full of weeds that needed to be removed.
庭は雑草でいっぱいで、取り除かなければならなかった。
B2 adverb /əˈtræktɪvli/

attractively

魅力的に
Meaning
in a pleasing or appealing way; in a manner that draws interest or admiration
Example
The room was attractively decorated with soft lights and plants.
その部屋は柔らかい照明と植物で魅力的に飾られていた。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

いたずらな; おてんばな; わんぱくな
Meaning
playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish
Example
The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.
いたずらな子供が姉のお気に入りのおもちゃを隠した。
B2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.əs/

Numerous

多数の; たくさんの; 豊富な
Meaning
existing in large numbers; many; abundant
Example
There are numerous benefits to exercising regularly.
定期的な運動には数多くの利点があります。
B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

幸せ
Meaning
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
Example
Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せなかった。
B2 adjective/noun ˌdem.əˈɡræf.ɪk

demographic

人口統計学的
Meaning
Relating to the structure of populations; statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
The company analyzes demographic trends before launching a product.
会社は製品を発売する前に人口統計学的傾向を分析します。
B2 verb /buːm/

boom

轟音
Meaning
to make a loud deep sound; to grow or increase rapidly
Example
The thunder boomed across the sky.
雷が空を鳴り響かせた。
B2 noun /ˌɔː.ri.enˈteɪ.ʃən/

orientation

オリエンテーション
Meaning
the process of becoming familiar with a new situation or environment
Example
The company provides an orientation for all new employees.
会社はすべての新しい従業員にオリエンテーションを提供します。
B2 noun /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/

Casualty

犠牲者; 負傷者; 損失
Meaning
a person killed or injured in a war or accident; a victim of circumstances
Example
The hospital treated many casualties from the car accident.
病院は車の事故からの多くの負傷者を治療しました。
B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

背中
Meaning
the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks
Example
The kids slid down the hill on their backside.
子供たちは丘を背中で滑り降りました。
B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

Meaning
to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive
Example
He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.
B2 noun /ˌkwes.tʃəˈneər/

questionnaire

アンケート
Meaning
a set of written questions used to collect information or opinions
Example
Participants filled out a detailed questionnaire about their habits.
参加者は自分の習慣についての詳細なアンケートに記入しました。
B2 noun /loʊf/

Loaf

パン
Meaning
a shaped mass of bread baked as a unit
Example
She bought a fresh loaf of bread from the bakery.
彼女はパン屋で新鮮なパンを買いました。
B2 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

大幅に
Meaning
to a great extent or degree
Example
The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.
新しい政策は労働条件を大幅に改善しました。
B2 adverb /ˈlaɪk.waɪz/

Likewise

同様に; 同じように; 似たように
Meaning
in the same way; also; similarly
Example
She studied hard for the exam, and her brother did likewise.
彼女は試験のために一生懸命勉強し、彼女の兄も同様にしました。
B2 verb /ˈstræŋɡəl/

strangle

Meaning
to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow
Example
The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.
B2 noun /haɪˈiː.nə/

Hyena

ハイエナ
Meaning
a wild animal of Africa and Asia that looks like a dog and makes a sound like laughter
Example
The hyena laughed in the darkness of the night.
ハイエナは夜の闇の中で笑いました。
B2 adjective ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl

gradual

徐々に
Meaning
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Example
Gradual changes are more sustainable.
徐々に変化することはより持続可能です。
B2 noun /ˈpɒm.ɪˌɡræn.ɪt/

Pomegranate

Meaning
a round fruit with thick red skin containing many small red seeds with juice
Example
The pomegranate seeds were sweet and refreshing.
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 /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

アイコン, 象徴
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
その歌手は文化的なアイコンとなった。
B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

二階建てバス
Meaning
a bus with two levels or floors for passengers
Example
The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.
赤いダブルデッカーバスはロンドンの有名なシンボルです。
B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

ペシミズム
Meaning
A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.
Example
Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.
彼女の絶え間ないペシミズムは、楽観的でいるのを難しくしていた。
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθləs/

Worthless

無価値な; 役に立たない
Meaning
having no value; useless
Example
The old computer became worthless after the new software updates.
新しいソフトウェアのアップデート後、古いコンピュータは無価値になった。
B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

欠陥
Meaning
a defect or imperfection in something
Example
The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.
ダイヤモンドにはほとんど見えない小さな欠陥がありました。
B2 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

避けられない
Meaning
Certain to happen; unavoidable.
Example
Death is an inevitable part of life.
死は人生の避けられない一部です。
B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

推測する / 投資する
Meaning
To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.
Example
Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.
専門家は会社が新しい市場に進出する可能性があると予測しています。
B2 noun /ˈreɪtɪŋ/

rating

評価
Meaning
an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical
Example
The movie received a high rating from critics.
その映画は批評家から高い評価を受けました。
B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪləti/

tranquility

静けさ
Meaning
the quality or state of being calm and peaceful
Example
He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.
彼は田舎の静けさを楽しんでいました。
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 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

擁護
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
彼女の子どもの権利への擁護は、国際的な認知を得た。
B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

撤退する
Meaning
to move back or withdraw from a position or situation
Example
The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.
兵士たちは戦いに負けた後、撤退しなければならなかった。
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

かみそり
Meaning
a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin
Example
He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.
彼は鋭いかみそりでひげを剃った。
B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
Example
The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.
B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中級
Meaning
Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.
Example
She is taking an intermediate-level French course.
彼女は中級のフランス語コースを受講しています。
B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

自己主張の強い; 自信に満ちた
Meaning
confident and forceful; having a strong personality
Example
She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.
彼女は会議で話すとき、とてもアサーティブです。
B2 adjective /ˈvɪʃ.əs/

Vicious

悪質な; 残酷な; 野生の
Meaning
deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature
Example
The vicious dog attacked anyone who came near its territory.
その悪質な犬は、自分の領土に近づく者すべてに攻撃を仕掛けた。
B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

代表
Meaning
the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something
Example
Her representation of the team was impeccable.
彼女のチームの代表は完璧でした。
B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Meaning
a small change made to improve something or make it work better
Example
The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.
B2 verb /ˈbɔɪkɑt/

boycott

ボイコットする
Meaning
to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a protest
Example
They decided to boycott the company's products.
彼らは会社の製品をボイコットすることに決めた。
B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

農業
Meaning
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
Example
Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.
持続可能な農業は環境保護に役立ちます。
B2 adjective ɪkˈsep.ʃən.əl

exceptional

卓越した
Meaning
Unusually good; outstanding; forming an exception; not typical.
Example
Exceptional talent drives innovation.
卓越した才能が革新を促進する。
B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

レーキ
Meaning
a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake
Example
He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.
彼は落ち葉を集めるためにレーキを使いました。
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

性的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
その映画は若い観客には過度に性的に露骨だと見なされました。
B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

提供する
Meaning
to provide or give; to make or cause to become
Example
The artist renders the scene beautifully.
アーティストはシーンを美しく表現します。
B2 verb /briːd/

breed

繁殖する, 飼育する
Meaning
to produce young animals; to reproduce; to keep animals for producing young
Example
They breed horses on their farm.
彼らは農場で馬を育てています。
B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

臨床的
Meaning
Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.
Example
The doctor conducted a clinical examination.
医師は臨床検査を行った。
B2 noun /ˌveəriˈeɪʃən/

Variation

変動; バリエーション; 条件や量の違い
Meaning
a change or difference in condition, amount, or level; a different or distinct form or version of something
Example
There was a significant variation in temperature throughout the day.
1日の間に気温に顕著なバリエーションがありました。
B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

マルチタスク
Meaning
The performance of more than one task at the same time
Example
Multitasking reduces efficiency.
マルチタスキングは効率を低下させます。
B2 noun /ˈkeɪ.ɒs/

Chaos

カオス; 混乱; 無秩序
Meaning
complete disorder and confusion; a state of total confusion with no order
Example
The earthquake caused chaos in the city as buildings collapsed and people panicked.
地震は都市でカオスを引き起こし、建物が崩れ、人々がパニックに陥った。
B2 verb /ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪt/

irritate

イライラさせる
Meaning
To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.
Example
Rubbing your eyes can irritate them.
目をこすると、それが刺激になることがあります。
B2 noun /ˈmɛr.ɪt/

Merit

メリット; 優れた点; 評価に値する品質
Meaning
The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially deserving praise, reward, or attention
Example
She was promoted based on her merit and hard work.
彼女はそのメリットと努力によって昇進しました。
B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/

Lobster

ロブスター
Meaning
a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell
Example
The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon.
ロブスターは溶かしバターとレモンで提供されました。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnətər/

senator

上院議員
Meaning
a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body
Example
The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies.
そのセネターは環境政策について情熱的に話しました。
B2 adjective /ɪˈlæs.tɪk/

Elastic

弾力性
Meaning
able to stretch and return to original shape; flexible; adaptable
Example
The elastic band can stretch and return to its original shape.
弾力性のあるバンドは伸びて元の形に戻ります。
B2 noun /den/

Den

巣穴; 快適な部屋; 不法活動の場所
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
キツネは危険が迫るのを感じて、巣穴に姿を消しました。
B2 verb /ˈhɑːrnɪs/

harness

Meaning
To control and make use of natural resources, especially energy.
Example
Scientists are working to harness solar power effectively.
B2 noun ˈəʊ.və.hed

overhead

間接費
Meaning
Ongoing business expenses not directly attributable to creating a product or service.
Example
The company reduced its overhead to increase profits.
会社は利益を増やすために間接費を削減した。
B2 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

壊れる
Meaning
To break suddenly into many small pieces.
Example
The glass will shatter if you drop it.
ガラスは落とすと壊れる。
B2 noun /ˈkɒnsənənt/

consonant

子音
Meaning
A speech sound produced by blocking air flow, or a letter representing such a sound.
Example
The word 'cat' has two consonants and one vowel.
‘猫’という単語には、2つの子音と1つの母音があります。
B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

心理学
Meaning
the scientific study of the mind and behavior
Example
Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.
心理学は人々がどのように考え、行動するかを理解するのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

意地悪
Meaning
a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone
Example
She refused the gift out of spite.
彼女は意地悪で贈り物を拒否した。
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

素早く飛び込む; 急激に落ちる
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
彼女はプールに飛び込んだ。
B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

任命された
Meaning
Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.
Example
Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.
任命された職員は重要な責任を負います。
B2 verb /dɪsˈtɜːb/

disturb

邪魔する
Meaning
to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing
Example
Please don’t disturb me while I’m studying.
勉強している間に私を邪魔しないでください。
B2 adjective /ˈruː.tɪd/

Rooted

根付いた
Meaning
deeply established; firmly fixed
Example
His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition.
彼の信念は伝統に深く根ざしている。
B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

蓄積
Meaning
The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.
Example
The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.
ほこりの蓄積が家電の効率に影響を与える。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不十分
Meaning
Not sufficient or good enough.
Example
The funding was inadequate to complete the project.
プロジェクトを完成させるには資金が不十分でした。
B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

知恵；賢さ；整然としたモダンな外観
Meaning
intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance
Example
Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.
問題解決の際の彼女の知恵は、皆に感銘を与えました。