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C2 noun/verb /sluːs/

sluice

水門 / 洗う
Meaning
A sliding gate for controlling the flow of water; to wash or rinse with water in large quantities.
Example
The workers sluiced the mud off the street after the heavy rain.
作業員は大雨の後に通りから泥を洗い流しました。
A1 noun/verb /fɪʃ/

fish

幸せ
Meaning
an aquatic animal with gills, or to try to catch such animals
Example
He went to the lake to fish early in the morning.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができなかった。
B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

カラス
Meaning
a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call
Example
The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.
カラスは木の枝から大きな声で鳴きました。
B1 noun /ˈmɑː.kɪ.tɪŋ/

Marketing

マーケティング, 広告, プロモーション
Meaning
The activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and society at large.
Example
Digital marketing has transformed business strategies.
デジタルマーケティングはビジネス戦略を変革しました。
B2 noun, verb /stɛm/

stem

茎 / 食い止める
Meaning
Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.
Example
The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.
庭師はバラの茎を切りました; 新しい政策は汚染の流れを食い止めることを目指しています。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈdɛkərəs/

indecorous

不作法
Meaning
Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper.
Example
His indecorous behavior shocked the audience.
彼の不作法な振る舞いは観客を驚かせた。
C2 adjective /pəˈrɛmptəri/

peremptory

強制的な
Meaning
Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a commanding way.
Example
The officer gave a peremptory order to evacuate the building.
その警官は建物を避難させるために強制的な命令を出した。
B1 noun /ˈprəʊ.tiːnz/

proteins

たんぱく質
Meaning
Large biomolecules consisting of amino acids that perform essential functions in living organisms, including building and repairing tissues.
Example
Lean meats and legumes provide high-quality proteins.
Lean meats and legumes provide high-quality proteins.
C1 adjective ʌnˈskruːpjʊləs

unscrupulous

不道徳な
Meaning
Having or showing no moral principles; not honest or fair.
Example
Unscrupulous peers can lead adolescents to delinquency.
不道徳な仲間は、若者を犯罪に導くことがあります。
B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

双子
Meaning
either of two children born at the same time to the same mother
Example
They have twin girls.
彼らには双子の女の子がいます。
A1 adjective, adverb, verb /ˈbɛtər/

better

Meaning
of a more excellent or effective type or quality; to surpass or improve
Example
He felt better after taking the medicine.
C2 noun /səbˈmɜːrʒən/

submersion

沈没
Meaning
the state of being under water
Example
The submersion of the fields lasted for several days after the heavy rain.
激しい雨の後、畑の沈没は数日間続いた。
A1 interjection /oʊ/

oh

オー
Meaning
used to express surprise, realization, or understanding
Example
Oh, I didn't know you were here!
オー、あなたがここにいるとは思わなかった！
C2 noun /ˈbɛlfri/

belfry

鐘楼
Meaning
A bell tower, especially one attached to a church or building.
Example
The church belfry housed a large bronze bell.
教会の鐘楼には大きな銅の鐘がありました。
C1 adjective /ˈsɪnjuəs/

sinuous

曲がりくねった
Meaning
Having many curves, bends, or turns; winding.
Example
The hikers followed a sinuous path through the forest.
ハイカーたちは森を通る曲がりくねった道を進んだ。
C1 adjective /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪtɪŋ/

discriminating

選り好みする
Meaning
Having refined taste or good judgment; able to recognize subtle differences.
Example
She is known for her discriminating taste in art.
彼女は芸術における選り好みの味で知られています。
C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

外向的な人
Meaning
a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people
Example
As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.
外向的な人として、彼女は社交的なイベントで新しい人々と出会うのが好きです。
B2 adverb /ˈraɪtli/

Rightly

正しく; 適切に; 公正に
Meaning
correctly; properly; justly
Example
She rightly pointed out the mistakes in the report.
彼女は報告書の誤りを正しく指摘した。
C1 verb /ˈtiːtər/

teeter

揺れる
Meaning
to move or balance unsteadily; to wobble
Example
The glass began to teeter on the edge of the table.
グラスがテーブルの端で揺れ始めた。
C1 verb ˈflʌk.tʃu.eɪt

fluctuate

変動する
Meaning
To regularly increase or decrease.
Example
Stock prices fluctuate due to market conditions.
株価は市場の状況によって変動します。
B1 adjective /ˈmædʒɪkəl/

magical

Meaning
having or producing the charm, beauty, or power of magic
Example
The sunset over the mountains was a magical sight.
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər

timer

タイマー
Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
彼は作業を完了するために、30分のタイマーをセットした。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

カウンター
Meaning
a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done
Example
The cashier stood behind the counter.
レジ係はカウンターの後ろに立っていました。
C1 noun/verb /ˈhɛrəld/

herald

先駆者
Meaning
A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of something; to announce or signal.
Example
The blooming flowers herald the arrival of spring.
咲いた花々は春の到来を告げます。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈnaɪəbl/

Undeniable

否定できない
Meaning
impossible to deny or dispute; clearly true
Example
The evidence of his guilt was undeniable.
彼の有罪の証拠は否定できなかった。
C1 noun /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsəns/

reminiscence

回想
Meaning
a story or memory about past events
Example
He shared a reminiscence of his childhood days in the village.
彼は村での子供時代の思い出を語った。
B2 noun /biːt/

Beet

ビート
Meaning
a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable
Example
Roasted beet with goat cheese makes a delicious salad.
ゴートチーズとローストビートが美味しいサラダを作ります。
A2 pronoun /huːz/

whose

誰の
Meaning
used to ask or talk about the person or thing that owns something
Example
The girl whose phone was stolen is my cousin.
電話が盗まれた女の子は私のいとこです。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Indecisive

優柔不断な
Meaning
unable to make decisions quickly; hesitant; wavering
Example
She was indecisive about which university to attend.
彼女はどの大学に入学すべきか決めかねていた。
C1 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈæn.ju.əl/

semiannual

半年ごと
Meaning
Occurring twice a year; every six months.
Example
The company holds a semiannual meeting with all employees.
会社は6ヶ月ごとに全社員との会議を開きます。
A2 noun /test/

test

テスト
Meaning
A procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something.
Example
Vehicle tests reduce emissions.
車両テストは排出量を減らします。
C1 noun /ˈkwɒn.dər.i/

Quandary

ジレンマ; 困惑
Meaning
a difficult situation where you cannot decide what to do; dilemma
Example
She was in a quandary about which job offer to accept.
彼女はどの仕事のオファーを受け入れるかを決めかねていた。
B2 verb /mɒk/

mock

嘲笑する
Meaning
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or unkind way.
Example
The students mocked his accent during class.
学生たちは授業中に彼のアクセントを嘲笑しました。
C1 verb /ˈskaʊər/

scour

磨く / 徹底的に探す
Meaning
to clean or brighten the surface of something by scrubbing; to search thoroughly
Example
She scoured the kitchen until it shone.
彼女はキッチンを磨いて、ピカピカにしました。
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

闘争
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
独立のための闘争が国を団結させた。
C1 noun /ˈskwɒtər/

squatter

不法占拠者
Meaning
a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land
Example
The police removed the squatters from the abandoned house.
警察は廃墟から不法占拠者を追い出しました。
B1 verb, noun, adjective /ˈmeltɪŋ/

melting

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

fondle

撫でる
Meaning
To stroke or caress lovingly or gently.
Example
She fondled the kitten gently in her lap.
彼女は膝の上で子猫を優しく撫でていました。
C1 noun /mɪsˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/

Misgiving

疑念; 不安; 不確実
Meaning
A feeling of doubt or apprehension about the outcome or consequences of something
Example
She had serious misgivings about accepting the job offer.
彼女は仕事のオファーを受け入れることに対して重大な疑念を抱いていました。
C2 noun /ˌfɑːrməkəˈpiːə/

pharmacopoeia

薬典
Meaning
An official book listing medicinal drugs, their effects, and directions for use.
Example
The doctor referred to the pharmacopoeia to check the drug's proper dosage.
医師は薬典を参照して、薬の適切な用量を確認しました。
C2 adjective /ˈspaɪnəs/

spinous

棘のある
Meaning
Having spines or thorn-like projections
Example
The spinous cactus was difficult to handle without gloves.
その棘のあるサボテンは手袋なしでは取り扱いにくかった。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/

Indecision

優柔不断; 決断力の欠如; 迷い
Meaning
the inability to make decisions quickly; uncertainty about what to do
Example
Her indecision about which job offer to accept caused her to miss both opportunities.
どの仕事のオファーを受けるかについての優柔不断さが、両方のチャンスを逃す原因となった。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

見えない
Meaning
unable to be seen; not visible to the eye
Example
The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.
細菌は顕微鏡なしでは見えません。
C1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊtɪd/

remoted

リモートされた
Meaning
placed at a distance; made remote
Example
The system was remoted to a secure location.
システムは安全な場所にリモートされました。
B1 noun /ˈkɪlər/

killer

殺人者
Meaning
A person or thing that kills.
Example
The police caught the killer last night.
警察は昨晩殺人者を捕まえた。
B1 noun /ˈɡɑːr.lɪk/

Garlic

にんにく
Meaning
a strong-smelling pungent-tasting bulb, used as a flavoring in cooking and in herbal medicine
Example
The recipe calls for three cloves of fresh garlic to enhance the flavor.
風味を引き立てるために、レシピには新鮮なにんにくを三片使います。
C1 verb /əˈseɪl/

assail

攻撃する
Meaning
to attack violently, either physically or with words
Example
The politician was assailed with difficult questions.
政治家は難しい質問で攻撃された。
C1 adjective /daɪˈvɜːrsɪfaɪd/

diversified

多様化された
Meaning
Made or having variety in form, nature, or content.
Example
The company adopted a diversified business strategy to reduce risks.
その会社はリスクを減らすために多様化されたビジネス戦略を採用した。
C2 adjective /ɪnˈæpt/

Inapt

不適切; 不適当
Meaning
not suitable; inappropriate; unfit
Example
His comment was inapt for the formal meeting.
彼のコメントは正式な会議には不適切でした。
B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

中世の
Meaning
Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.
Example
The castle is a famous medieval monument.
その城は有名な中世の記念碑です。
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.
C2 noun /ˈplɛntɪtjuːd/

plentitude

豊富さ
Meaning
the condition of being full or abundant
Example
The garden offered a plentitude of flowers in spring.
庭園は春に花の豊富さを提供しました。
A2 noun reɪndʒ

range

範囲
Meaning
The extent or scope of something; the distance that can be covered or the limits within which something operates.
Example
The new electric car has a range of 400 miles.
新しい電気自動車の範囲は400マイルです。
A1 noun /miːt/

Meat

肉
Meaning
animal flesh used as food
Example
We bought fresh meat from the butcher shop.
私たちは肉屋から新鮮な肉を買いました。
C2 noun əˈkjuː.ə.ti

acuity

鋭敏さ
Meaning
Sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing.
Example
His intellectual acuity made him a brilliant scientist.
彼の知的な鋭敏さは彼を優れた科学者にしました。
B2 verb /hɔːnt/

haunt

悩ませる
Meaning
to trouble persistently; to visit as a ghost
Example
The old memories still haunt me.
古い記憶は今でも私を悩ませている。
C1 noun /ˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

darwinism

ダーウィニズム
Meaning
the theory of biological evolution developed by Charles Darwin, emphasizing natural selection
Example
Darwinism revolutionized the way scientists understood the origin of species.
ダーウィニズムは科学者たちが種の起源を理解する方法を革命的に変えました。
A2 noun /ɜːθ/

Earth

地球; 土;
Meaning
the planet on which we live; the ground or soil
Example
The astronauts could see Earth from their spacecraft in orbit.
宇宙飛行士たちは軌道上から地球を見ることができました。
C2 adjective /ˈɛstɪməbl/

estimable

尊敬すべき
Meaning
Worthy of great respect.
Example
Her estimable achievements inspired the whole community.
彼女の尊敬に値する業績はコミュニティ全体にインスピレーションを与えました。
C2 adjective/noun /fɪˈduː.ʃi.er.i/

fiduciary

信託の
Meaning
Involving trust, especially with regard to the relationship between a trustee and a beneficiary.
Example
Banks have fiduciary duties towards their clients.
銀行は顧客に対して信託義務を負っています。
C2 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈspiːdiənt/

inexpedient

不適切
Meaning
Not advisable, suitable, or practical in the circumstances.
Example
It would be inexpedient to invest without proper research.
適切な調査なしで投資することは不適切です。
C2 noun /ˈmoʊlər/

molar

臼歯
Meaning
A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.
Example
The dentist had to extract his wisdom molar.
歯科医は彼の親知らずを抜かなければなりませんでした。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊkswɪmən/

spokeswoman

広報女性
Meaning
a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization
Example
The spokeswoman for the company announced the new product.
その会社の広報女性は新製品を発表した。
B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

ラバ
Meaning
the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal
Example
The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.
農夫は重い荷物を運ぶためにラバを使いました。
B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

傾向がある
Meaning
having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down
Example
He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.
彼は疲れているときにミスをする傾向があります。
C2 verb /ˌmæn.juˈmɪt/

manumit

奴隷解放
Meaning
to release from slavery or servitude; to set free
Example
The landowner decided to manumit his slaves.
地主は奴隷を解放することに決めました。
B2 verb /tɔɪl/

Toil

懸命に働く
Meaning
to work extremely hard for long periods
Example
Farmers toil in the fields from dawn to dusk.
農民は夜明けから日暮れまで畑で懸命に働いている。
C1 noun /ˈɔːtəkræt/

autocrat

独裁者
Meaning
A ruler with absolute power.
Example
The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist.
そのオートクラットは鉄の拳で国を支配していました。
B1 noun /ˈnɑn.sens/

Nonsense

ナンセンス
Meaning
words or language that have no meaning; foolish or unacceptable behavior
Example
Stop talking nonsense and be serious!
ナンセンスなことを言うのはやめて、真剣になりなさい！
C2 noun /nəˈkrɒpəlɪs/

necropolis

古代の墓地
Meaning
a large ancient cemetery with elaborate tombs
Example
The archaeologists discovered artifacts in the necropolis of the ancient city.
考古学者たちは古代都市のネクロポリスで遺物を発見しました。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈruːli/

Unruly

無秩序な; 不従順な;
Meaning
difficult to control or manage; disorderly and disruptive
Example
The unruly crowd refused to follow the safety instructions.
無秩序な群衆は安全指示に従うことを拒否した。
B1 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

Inexpensive

安い; 手頃な; 経済的
Meaning
not costing a lot of money; affordable; budget-friendly
Example
This restaurant offers delicious and inexpensive meals for students.
このレストランは学生のためにおいしくて安い食事を提供しています。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːreɪ/

foray

突撃 / 初めての試み
Meaning
A sudden short attack or attempt, especially into new activity or territory.
Example
The company made its first foray into the international market.
その会社は国際市場への初めての進出を果たした。
C2 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/

unitarian

ユニタリアン
Meaning
A person who believes that God exists as one entity rather than as a Trinity; a member of a religious denomination that emphasizes individual freedom of belief.
Example
The Unitarian church is known for its inclusive and open-minded approach.
ユニタリアン教会は、その包括的で開かれた考え方で知られています。
C2 noun /kənˈtraɪ.vəns/

contrivance

装置や計画
Meaning
a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created
Example
The clock was an intricate contrivance of gears and springs.
その時計は歯車とバネの複雑な装置でした。
C1 verb /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/

encroach

幸せ
Meaning
to gradually take over or intrude on someone’s rights, territory, or space
Example
The buildings began to encroach on the protected forest land.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
C1 noun /stɪˈlɛtoʊ/

stiletto

細いヒールの靴 / ダガー
Meaning
A small, thin, high-heeled shoe or a dagger with a slender blade.
Example
She wore elegant stiletto heels to the party.
彼女はパーティーにエレガントなスティレットヒールを履いて行きました。
C1 noun /helm/

Helm

舵
Meaning
a tiller or wheel for steering a ship or boat; a position of leadership or control
Example
The experienced captain took the helm and expertly navigated the ship through the storm.
経験豊富な船長は舵を取って、嵐の中で巧みに船を操縦しました。
C1 verb /ˈɡloʊbəlaɪz/

globalize

グローバル化する
Meaning
to make something worldwide in scope or application; to integrate into a global system
Example
Many companies globalize their operations to reach international markets.
多くの企業は国際市場に進出するため事業をグローバル化する。
B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

農業の
Meaning
Connected with farming.
Example
Agricultural advancements enhance food security.
農業の進展は食料安全保障を強化します。
C2 adjective /əˈɡeɪp/ or /əˈɡɑːp/

agape

驚愕
Meaning
With the mouth wide open in surprise or wonder.
Example
She stood agape at the breathtaking view.
彼女は息を呑むような景色に驚いて口を開けたまま立っていた。
A2 abbreviation (noun/pronoun) /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

sth.

何か
Meaning
abbreviation for 'something'
Example
Can you give me sth. to write with?
書くために何かをくれますか？
C2 noun (compound/erroneous entry) /ɪnˈɛksərəbl ɑːrmi/

inexorableinexorablearmy

止められない軍隊
Meaning
This appears to be a corrupted or concatenated form; interpreted as 'inexorable army' — an unstoppable or relentless force.
Example
The rebels feared the inexorable army approaching their stronghold.
反乱軍は自分たちの砦に近づいてくる止められない軍隊を恐れていた。
B1 noun /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/

publication

出版
Meaning
the act of making something publicly known or available
Example
The publication of the report sparked a debate.
報告書の出版は議論を引き起こしました。
C2 adjective /ˈnɒti/

knotty

複雑
Meaning
Complicated, difficult to solve or full of knots.
Example
He faced a knotty legal issue.
彼は複雑な法的問題に直面しました。
A2 adjective ˈæv.ər.ɪdʒ

average

平均
Meaning
A number expressing the central or typical value in a set of data; constituting the result obtained by adding together several amounts and then dividing this total by the number of amounts.
Example
The average score reflects overall performance.
平均スコアは全体的なパフォーマンスを反映します。
B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

チャーター / レンタル
Meaning
a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use
Example
The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.
その会社は旅行のためにバスをチャーターすることに決めました。
C2 verb /ˈnɪtˌpɪk/

nitpick

Meaning
To find and criticize small or unimportant faults in someone or something.
Example
She tends to nitpick about every little detail.
C1 verb /ˈræʃənaɪz/

rationlize

合理化する
Meaning
to justify or explain something with logical reasons, even if not appropriate or true
Example
He tried to rationlize his mistake by blaming the system.
彼はシステムを責めて自分のミスを合理化しようとした。
C1 noun rɪˈdɛmpʃən

redemption

贖い
Meaning
The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.
Example
The story highlights the theme of redemption.
その物語は償いのテーマを強調しています。
B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

属性
Meaning
A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.
Example
Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.
高度な作物は有益な属性を持っています。
C1 noun /ˈtʃæriət/

Chariot

戦車
Meaning
an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing
Example
The warrior rode his chariot into battle with great courage.
戦士はその戦車に乗って勇敢に戦いに挑みました。
C1 adjective /lʌʃ/

lush

豊かで豊富で贅沢な、特に植物に関して
Meaning
rich, abundant, and luxurious, especially referring to vegetation
Example
The valley was filled with lush green fields.
谷は緑豊かな畑で満たされていました。
C2 adjective /pɔːrˈtɛntəs/

portentous

前兆的な、重大な
Meaning
Giving a sign or warning that something, often bad or serious, is going to happen; or overly solemn and pompous.
Example
His portentous tone made everyone nervous about the news.
彼の前兆的な口調は、ニュースについて皆を不安にさせた。
B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

インフラストラクチャー
Meaning
The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
Example
Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.
デジタルインフラストラクチャーは将来の進歩にとって不可欠です。
C1 adjective /ˈvæljənt/

Valiant

勇敢な; 英雄的な
Meaning
showing courage or determination; brave and heroic
Example
The valiant soldier fought bravely to protect his country.
その勇敢な兵士は国を守るために勇敢に戦いました。
A2 noun /ˈtɛstɪŋ/

testing

テスト
Meaning
the process of assessing or evaluating something, often by trying it out
Example
The testing of the new software is still ongoing.
新しいソフトウェアのテストはまだ進行中です。
C2 adjective /əˈkjuː.zəˌtɔːr.i/

accusatory

非難の
Meaning
Suggesting blame or indicating someone has done wrong.
Example
He gave her an accusatory glance.
彼は彼女に非難の目を向けた。
C1 verb dɪˈlɪnieɪt

delineate

詳細に描写する
Meaning
To describe or portray something precisely
Example
The artist delineated the scene in intricate detail.
アーティストはシーンを複雑な詳細で描写しました。
C2 verb /ˈdɛsɪkeɪt/

desiccate

乾燥させる
Meaning
to dry up completely or remove the moisture from something
Example
The hot sun can quickly desiccate plants in the desert.
暑い太陽は砂漠の植物をすぐに乾燥させることができます。
B2 noun, verb /kloʊk/

cloak

クローク
Meaning
a loose outer garment; to cover, hide, or disguise
Example
The spy cloaked his identity with a false name.
スパイは偽名で自分の身元を隠した。
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 /ˈkwɔːtərˌbæk/

quarterback

クォーターバック
Meaning
the player who directs a team’s offense in American football
Example
The quarterback threw a perfect pass.
クォーターバックは完璧なパスを投げました。
B1 noun /ˈvæl.i/

Valley

谷
Meaning
a low area of land between hills or mountains
Example
The green valley stretched for miles between the mountains.
緑の谷は山々の間に何マイルも広がっていた。
C1 adjective liːst prɪˈpeərd

least prepared

最も準備ができていない
Meaning
Having the minimum level of readiness or equipment to handle a situation.
Example
Bangladesh is among the least prepared for climate adaptation.
バングラデシュは気候変動適応のために最も準備ができていない国の一つです。
C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

軽率
Meaning
Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.
Example
She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.
彼女は彼の真剣な質問に対して、軽率な返答をした。
C1 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv

revolutionary initiative

革命的イニシアティブ
Meaning
A groundbreaking action or plan that brings about significant change or transformation.
Example
The revolutionary initiative promotes sustainable energy.
革命的なイニシアティブは持続可能なエネルギーを促進します。
C1 noun /ˈbæləd/

ballad

叙事歌
Meaning
a narrative song or poem, often sentimental or romantic
Example
The singer performed a moving ballad about lost love.
歌手は失われた愛について感動的なバラッドを披露しました。
B2 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

サソリ
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting
Example
The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.
サソリは昼間、岩の下に隠れていました。
B2 noun /ˈmɛntɔːr/

mentor

メンター
Meaning
an experienced person who advises and guides someone less experienced
Example
She acted as a mentor for the new employees.
彼女は新しい社員のためにメンターとして活動しました。
C1 noun /fəˌsɪlɪˈteɪʃən/

facilitation

容易化
Meaning
The action of facilitating or making an action or process easier or helping bring about an outcome.
Example
Her facilitation made the meeting run smoothly.
彼女のファシリテーションにより、会議はスムーズに進行しました。
B2 noun /ˈvæmpaɪər/

vampire

幸福
Meaning
a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others
Example
In folklore, a vampire rises at night to drink human blood.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができませんでした。
C2 noun /ɡlʌt/

glut

供給過剰
Meaning
An excessive supply of something; more than is needed.
Example
There was a glut of cheap smartphones in the market.
市場には安価なスマートフォンの供給過剰がありました。
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。
B1 noun /rɪˈkɔːdɪŋ/

recording

録音
Meaning
the act or process of recording something
Example
The recording of the interview was clear and loud.
インタビューの録音は明瞭で大きかった。
C1 verb /ˈrʌsl/

rustle

ささやく
Meaning
To make a soft, light sound like leaves or paper moving.
Example
The leaves rustled gently in the evening breeze.
葉っぱが夕方のそよ風でそっとささやいていました。
B2 adjective /ˈfɔːlti/

faulty

欠陥のある
Meaning
Having defects or imperfections; not working properly
Example
The device stopped working because it was faulty.
その装置は欠陥のあるため動作を停止しました。
B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

赤字; 欠乏
Meaning
the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack
Example
The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.
政府は支出の増加により、何百万もの予算の赤字に直面しました。
B1 noun /ˈbeɪs.mənt/

Basement

地下室
Meaning
the lowest floor of a building, typically below ground level
Example
We store old furniture in the basement.
古い家具は地下室に保管されています。
C1 adjective /pɪˈkjuːniˌɛri/

pecuniary

財政的な
Meaning
relating to money or financial matters
Example
They faced pecuniary difficulties after the business failed.
彼らはビジネスが失敗した後、財政的な困難に直面しました。
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

sensitization

感作化
Meaning
The process of becoming sensitive to a substance, situation, or influence.
Example
The doctor warned about the sensitization caused by repeated exposure to chemicals.
医者は化学物質への繰り返しの暴露によって引き起こされる感作化について警告しました。