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A2 noun, verb, adjective /saʊnd/

sound

Meaning
a sensation perceived by the ear; to make or cause to make a noise; in good condition
Example
The bell sounded across the valley.
C1 noun /ˈskep.tɪ.sɪ.zəm/

skepticism

懐疑主義, 疑念
Meaning
A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.
Example
His skepticism about new technology often makes him resistant to change.
新しい技術に対する彼の懐疑主義は、彼を変化に対して抵抗力を持たせる。
C2 noun /ˈsfɛrɔɪd/

spheroid

回転楕円体
Meaning
A three-dimensional shape that is almost spherical but slightly flattened or elongated.
Example
The Earth is not a perfect sphere but an oblate spheroid.
地球は完璧な球体ではなく、偏平な回転楕円体です。
C1 noun /ˈstjuːpər/

stupor

昏迷
Meaning
a state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility
Example
He remained in a stupor after hearing the shocking news.
彼は衝撃的なニュースを聞いた後、昏迷状態に陥った。
C1 noun /ˈʃɜːrbət/

sherbet

シャーベット
Meaning
a sweet flavored drink or a frozen dessert made from sweetened fruit juice
Example
On hot days, she enjoys a glass of lemon sherbet.
暑い日には、彼女はレモンシャーベットを一杯楽しんでいます。
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 /ˌsʌpəzɪˈtɪʃəs/

supposititious

仮定的
Meaning
Based on assumption rather than fact; not genuine or authentic.
Example
The story turned out to be supposititious, with no evidence to support it.
その話は仮定的であり、それを支持する証拠はありませんでした。
B2 noun /sliːv/

Sleeve

袖
Meaning
the part of a garment that covers the arm
Example
She rolled up her sleeves before starting to cook.
彼女は料理を始める前に袖をまくった。
A1 verb /set/

set

設置する
Meaning
to put or place something in a position; to establish
Example
She set the book on the table.
彼女は本をテーブルに置いた。
C1 verb /slɪŋ/

sling

投げる、掛ける
Meaning
to throw or hang something roughly or carelessly
Example
He slung his bag over his shoulder before leaving.
彼は出発前に肩にバッグをかけた。
A2 noun /ˈsæd.nəs/

Sadness

悲しみ、哀しみ、痛み
Meaning
feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief
Example
Her sadness was evident after hearing the bad news.
悪いニュースを聞いた後、彼女の悲しみは明らかでした。
A2 adjective /ˈstuː.pɪd/

Stupid

愚かな; 馬鹿な; ばかげた
Meaning
lacking intelligence or common sense; foolish
Example
It was stupid of me to forget my umbrella on a rainy day.
雨の日に傘を忘れるのは愚かだった。
B1 adjective /ʃɛrd/

shared

共有
Meaning
used, done, or experienced by two or more people together
Example
They live in a shared apartment near the university.
彼らは大学の近くのシェアアパートに住んでいます。
B2 noun /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

蒸気船
Meaning
a ship or boat powered by steam engines
Example
The old steamer crossed the river slowly.
古い蒸気船がゆっくり川を渡った。
C1 adjective /sɛkˈtɛəriən/

sectarian

宗派的
Meaning
relating to or characterized by the differences between sects, often leading to conflict
Example
The region has been troubled by sectarian violence for decades.
この地域は数十年にわたり宗派的な暴力に悩まされてきました。
C1 noun /ˌsæbəˈtɜːr/

saboteur

破壊工作員
Meaning
A person who engages in sabotage.
Example
The saboteur was arrested before he could plant the bomb.
破壊工作員は爆弾を設置する前に逮捕されました。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

驚くべき
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
山の頂上からの景色は本当に驚くべきものでした。
B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

感受性
Meaning
The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.
Example
Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.
ボースは実験を通じて植物の感受性を証明しました。
B2 verb /skæn/

scan

幸福
Meaning
To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.
Example
She scanned the document before sending it by email.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠せませんでした。
A2 noun /seɪf/

Safe

金庫; 保護
Meaning
secure container for storing valuables; protection from danger
Example
He kept his important documents in the office safe.
彼は重要な書類をオフィスの金庫に保管していました。
B2 noun /ˈsɪnθɪsɪs/

synthesis

統合, 組み合わせ
Meaning
The combination of ideas to form a theory or system.
Example
The synthesis of ideas from multiple perspectives led to innovation.
複数の視点からのアイデアの統合が革新をもたらしました。
C1 noun /saɪð/

scythe

鎌
Meaning
A tool with a long curved blade used for cutting grass or grain.
Example
The farmer sharpened his scythe before harvesting the wheat.
農民は小麦を収穫する前に彼の鎌を研いだ。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

幸せ
Meaning
a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it
Example
The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
C2 verb /skwɛltʃ/

squelch

Meaning
to make a soft sucking sound, such as when walking on mud; to suppress or silence
Example
His boots squelched in the wet ground.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmpəθi/

Sympathy

同情
Meaning
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example
She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
彼女は事故の被害者に対して同情を表明した。
B1 adjective ˈsen.sɪ.tɪv

sensitive

敏感
Meaning
Quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.
Example
Sensitive systems require precise handling.
敏感なシステムは精密な操作が必要です。
C2 verb /sleɪk/

slake

渇きを癒す
Meaning
To satisfy thirst or desire.
Example
She drank cold water to slake her thirst.
彼女は渇きを癒すために冷たい水を飲んだ。
C1 adjective /ˈsɛreɪtɪd/

serrated

鋸歯状の
Meaning
Having a notched or saw-toothed edge.
Example
The bread knife had a serrated blade.
パンナイフは鋸歯状の刃を持っていた。
C1 adjective /ˈsʌmp.tʃu.əs/

sumptuous

豪華な
Meaning
Splendid and expensive-looking; luxurious.
Example
The guests were treated to a sumptuous banquet.
ゲストは豪華な晩餐にもてなされました。
C1 noun ˈsʌs.tɪ.nəns

Sustenance

生存のための食物または支援
Meaning
Food or support necessary for sustaining life
Example
Water is essential for human sustenance.
水は人間の生存に欠かせない。
B2 noun /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

生態遷移
Meaning
The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.
Example
Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.
森林の遷移は、古い生態系が新しい生態系に置き換えられるときに発生します。
B2 noun ˈsæt.əl.aɪt

satellite

人工衛星
Meaning
An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.
Example
Satellites provide critical data for research.
人工衛星は研究のために重要なデータを提供します。
B1 adjective /ˈsensəbəl/

Sensible

賢明な; 実用的な; 理にかなった
Meaning
having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable
Example
It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain.
雨が降るかもしれないので、傘を持っていくのは賢明です。
C2 noun /ˈsuːpsɒ̃/

soupcon

少量
Meaning
a very small quantity of something; a trace
Example
She added just a soupcon of spice to the dish.
彼女は料理にほんの少しスパイスを加えた。
C1 adjective /ˈstɪltɪd/

stilted

不自然な、堅苦しい
Meaning
Speech or writing that is stiff, unnatural, or overly formal.
Example
His speech sounded stilted and rehearsed.
彼のスピーチは不自然で練習されたように聞こえた。
C2 verb /ˈstʌltɪfaɪ/

stultify

愚かに見せる、または効果や熱意を妨げる
Meaning
to make someone or something appear foolish, or to hinder effectiveness and enthusiasm
Example
The repetitive tasks seemed to stultify the workers' creativity.
繰り返しの仕事が労働者の創造性を鈍らせているようだった。
A1 verb /ˈstʌdi/

study

勉強する
Meaning
to learn about something; to examine carefully; to research
Example
I study mathematics every evening.
私は毎晩数学を勉強します。
C2 adjective /ˌsɪkəˈfæntɪk/

sycophantic

お世辞
Meaning
Behaving in a way that is excessively obedient or servile to gain favor.
Example
His sycophantic behavior annoyed his colleagues.
彼のお世辞な振る舞いは同僚をうんざりさせた。
A1 adjective /sloʊ/

slow

遅い
Meaning
moving or happening at a low speed
Example
The car moved slowly down the street.
車は通りをゆっくり走っていました。
C1 verb /splaɪs/

splice

接続する
Meaning
to join two pieces of rope, film, or other material by weaving or attaching them together
Example
The technician spliced the two wires to restore the connection.
技術者は2本のワイヤーを接続して接続を回復しました。
C2 adjective /ˈseɪpiənt/

sapient

賢明な
Meaning
Wise, or appearing to be wise.
Example
The professor gave a sapient response to the complex question.
教授は複雑な質問に賢明な回答をしました。
B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

専門
Meaning
a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels
Example
Her specialty is pediatric medicine.
彼女の専門は小児科医学です。
B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

実質的; かなりの; 重要な
Meaning
large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant
Example
There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.
この四半期に売上は実質的に増加しました。
C2 noun /ˌskʌlˈdʌɡəri/

skullduggery

不正行為
Meaning
dishonest behavior or activities, often done secretly
Example
The election was full of political skullduggery.
選挙は政治的不正行為に満ちていた。
A2 verb /sɜːrv/

serve

提供する
Meaning
to provide service; to work for; to offer food or drink
Example
She serves breakfast at 8 AM every morning.
彼女は毎朝8時に朝食をサーブします。
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

感受性
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
彼女の芸術的な感受性は、絵画の細部を評価するのに役立ちました。
B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

高く飛ぶ / 急増する
Meaning
to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically
Example
The eagle soared high above the mountains.
ワシは山々の上を高く飛びました。
B1 adjective /ˈsuːtəbl/

suitable

適切
Meaning
appropriate or right for a particular person, purpose, or situation
Example
This dress is suitable for the wedding.
このドレスは結婚式に適しています。
B2 noun /slɛdʒ/

sledge

そり
Meaning
a vehicle for traveling over snow, often pulled by animals
Example
The children rode a sledge down the snowy hill.
子供たちは雪山をスレッジで滑り降りた。
C1 verb /ˈskʌt.əl/

scuttle

幸せ
Meaning
To run hurriedly with short, quick steps; or to deliberately sink a ship.
Example
The children scuttled back to their seats when the teacher entered.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈsʌfrədʒɪst/

suffragist

女性参政権運動家
Meaning
a person advocating the extension of suffrage, especially to women
Example
The suffragists organized rallies to demand voting rights for women.
女性参政権運動家たちは女性の投票権を求めて集会を開いた。
B2 verb /skrʌb/

scrub

こする
Meaning
To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.
Example
Excessive scrubbing of the eyes is harmful.
目をこすることは過剰で有害です。
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 /siˈɛrə klʌb/

Sierra Club

シエラクラブ
Meaning
An American environmental organization founded in 1892 by John Muir, focused on promoting conservation of the natural environment by influencing public policy decisions.
Example
John Muir founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to protect wild areas.
ジョン・ミューアは1892年にシエラクラブを設立し、野生地帯を保護しました。
A2 noun /spiːd/

Speed

速度; スピード
Meaning
the rate at which someone or something moves or operates
Example
The car reached a speed of 100 miles per hour.
車は時速100マイルのスピードに達した。
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。
C2 adjective /spæzˈmɒdɪk/

spasmodic

痙攣性
Meaning
occurring irregularly or in sudden bursts
Example
The patient experienced spasmodic coughing during the night.
患者は夜間に痙攣性の咳を経験しました。
C2 noun /sɛnˈsɔːrɪəm/

sensorium

感覚中枢
Meaning
The part of the brain or mind concerned with the reception and interpretation of sensory stimuli.
Example
The patient’s sensorium was clouded after the accident.
事故後、患者の感覚中枢はぼやけていた。
A1 noun /striːt/

street

通り
Meaning
a public road in a city or town, typically with buildings on one or both sides
Example
He walked down the street to the park.
彼は公園へ向かって通りを歩いていました。
B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

悲しみ; 哀しみ;
Meaning
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment
Example
His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.
悲劇の後、彼の心は悲しみで満ちていた。
C1 verb /ʃʌn/

Shun

避ける
Meaning
to deliberately avoid or stay away from someone or something
Example
He shuns public attention and prefers privacy.
彼は公の注目を避け、プライバシーを好む。
C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

脱退する
Meaning
To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.
Example
Several states threatened to secede from the union.
いくつかの州は連邦から脱退すると脅迫した。
C2 noun /spʌndʒ ɡɔːrd/

Sponse gourd

スポンジカボチャ
Meaning
a fibrous gourd that becomes sponge-like when dried, used for cleaning and in cooking when young
Example
The sponge gourd can be eaten when young or dried to make natural scrubbers.
スポンジカボチャは若い時に食べることができるか、乾燥させて自然のスポンジを作ることができます。
A1 noun /sɪks/

six

六
Meaning
the number 6
Example
There are six apples on the table.
テーブルにリンゴが六個あります。
B1 noun ˈsɪs.təmz

systems

システム
Meaning
A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.
Example
Effective systems improve productivity.
効果的なシステムは生産性を向上させます。
B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保護措置
Meaning
measure or action designed to protect someone or something
Example
New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.
データ漏洩を防ぐために新しい保護措置が実施されました。
C1 noun /ʃoʊl/

shoal

魚の群れ
Meaning
a large group of fish swimming together; a shallow place in water
Example
We saw a shoal of fish near the coast.
私たちは海岸近くで魚の群れを見ました。
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.set/

Sunset

夕日
Meaning
the time in the evening when the sun disappears below the horizon
Example
The romantic sunset painted the sky in golden colors.
ロマンチックな夕日が空を黄金色に塗りつけました。
C1 noun /sɛkt/

sect

宗派
Meaning
a subgroup of a larger religious or political group, often with differing beliefs
Example
The group split into different sects due to doctrinal differences.
グループは教義の違いにより、異なる宗派に分かれました。
C1 noun /ˈstrɑːtəm/

stratum

層
Meaning
a layer or level of material, or a social class in society
Example
The upper stratum of society enjoyed privileges not available to others.
社会の上層部は他の人々が手に入れられない特権を享受していました。
C1 noun /ʃruː/

shrew

怒りっぽい女性 / 小さなネズミのような動物
Meaning
a small mouse-like animal; also a woman with a bad temper
Example
The play describes a strong-willed woman as a shrew.
この劇は強い意志を持った女性を怒りっぽい女性として描いています。
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 verb /ˈstaɪfəld/

stifled

抑える
Meaning
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
Example
He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.
彼は真面目な会議中に笑いを抑えた。
B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

不足
Meaning
The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.
Example
Water scarcity threatens agriculture.
水不足が農業に脅威を与えている。
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

何かを始める人または物; 食事の最初の料理
Meaning
a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal
Example
The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.
食事のスターターは新鮮なサラダでした。
B1 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪd/

selected

選ばれた
Meaning
carefully chosen from a group for a particular purpose
Example
He was one of the selected candidates for the scholarship.
彼は奨学金のために選ばれた候補者の一人でした。
C1 noun /ˈsɜːrtʃɑːrdʒ/

surcharge

追加料金
Meaning
an additional charge or payment added to the usual cost
Example
The airline ticket had a fuel surcharge added to it.
航空券に燃料サーチャージが追加されていました。
C2 noun /ˈsɪkəfənt/

sycophant

お世辞使い
Meaning
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.
Example
The manager was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with everything he said.
マネージャーは、彼が言ったことすべてに同意するお世辞を言う人々に囲まれていました。
C1 adverb /ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋli/

searchingly

探求的に
Meaning
In a way that seems to look for hidden meanings or truth.
Example
She looked at him searchingly, hoping for an honest answer.
彼女は正直な答えを望んで、探し求めるように彼を見つめた。
C1 noun /ˌsɒl.jʊˈbɪləti/

solubility

溶解度
Meaning
The ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.
Example
The solubility of salt in water is high.
塩の水における溶解度は高い。
B1 noun /stiːl/

steel

スチール
Meaning
a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon
Example
The building was made from steel to ensure its durability.
その建物は耐久性を確保するためにスチールで作られました。
A2 noun /stɛp/

step

Meaning
a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position
Example
She took a step towards the door.
B1 noun, verb /spoʊk/

spoke

スポーク / 言った
Meaning
As a noun, a bar connecting the center of a wheel to its rim; as the past tense of 'speak'.
Example
The bicycle's spoke was bent after the accident.
自転車のスポークは事故後に曲がっていた。
C1 noun ˈsɪmbəlɪzəm

symbolism

象徴主義
Meaning
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
Example
The use of symbolism in the novel is masterful.
小説でのシンボリズムの使い方は見事です。
C1 adjective ˌsɪmbɪˈɒtɪk

symbiotic

共生的な
Meaning
Involving interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association.
Example
The relationship between the bee and the flower is symbiotic.
ミツバチと花の関係は共生的です。
C1 adjective /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

stringent

厳格
Meaning
strict, precise, and exacting
Example
The government imposed stringent measures during the crisis.
政府は危機の間に厳しい措置を課しました。
B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

厳粛
Meaning
Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.
Example
The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.
その日は記念碑での厳粛な式典から始まります。
A1 adjective /smɔːl/

Small

小さい; 限られた; 狭い
Meaning
little in size; not large; limited in extent or amount
Example
She lives in a small apartment near the university.
彼女は大学の近くの小さなアパートに住んでいます。
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。
C2 adjective /spraɪ/

spry

活発
Meaning
active and lively, especially in old age
Example
The spry grandmother surprised everyone with her quick dance steps.
活発な祖母は素早いダンスステップで皆を驚かせました。
B1 noun /ˈsɛtʌp/

setup

設置
Meaning
an arrangement of things or the way in which something is organized or prepared
Example
The setup of the event took hours to complete.
イベントのセットアップには数時間かかりました。
A2 adjective /sɪk/

Sick

病気の; 吐き気のする; 不調
Meaning
unwell; having a disease or illness; feeling nauseous
Example
She stayed home from work because she was feeling sick.
彼女は気分が悪かったので、仕事を休んだ。
B2 verb /slæp/

slap

ビンタ
Meaning
to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply
Example
She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.
彼女は怒りすぎて顔にビンタをした。
C1 noun /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk ˈɪn.saɪts/

strategic insights

戦略的洞察
Meaning
Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.
Example
Strategic insights guide policymaking.
戦略的洞察は政策立案を導く。
C1 adjective /ˈspraɪtli/

sprightly

活発な
Meaning
full of energy and life; lively
Example
The sprightly old man danced with joy at the wedding.
活発な老紳士は結婚式で喜びながら踊った。
A2 noun /stɛə/

stair

階段
Meaning
a step or set of steps leading from one level to another
Example
He tripped on the stair and fell down.
彼は階段でつまずいて転んだ。
C1 noun /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/

shrinkage

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller in size, amount, or value.
Example
The company reported a shrinkage in profits this quarter.
その会社は今四半期の利益の収縮を報告しました。
B1 adjective ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

scientific

科学的な
Meaning
Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.
Example
Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.
科学的な発見は私たちの世界理解を形成し続けています。
B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

配偶者
Meaning
a person's husband or wife
Example
Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.
各従業員は配偶者を健康保険プランに含めることができます。
C1 verb/noun /skaʊl/

scowl

しかめっ面をする
Meaning
To frown in an angry or bad-tempered way.
Example
She scowled when she heard the unfair remark.
彼女は不公平なコメントを聞いてしかめっ面をした。
B1 noun /stæf/

staff

スタッフ
Meaning
a group of employees working together in an organization
Example
The staff at the hospital are very helpful.
病院のスタッフはとても役に立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

セクション; 部分; セグメント
Meaning
each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion
Example
The orange was divided into eight segments.
オレンジは8つのセグメントに分けられました。
C1 noun /ˌstætʃuˈɛt/

statuette

小さな像
Meaning
A small statue, usually decorative or artistic.
Example
The artist won a gold statuette for his work.
アーティストは彼の作品で金の小さな像を受賞しました。
B1 verb /straɪk/

Strike

打つ
Meaning
to hit forcefully; to stop work as a form of protest
Example
Lightning strikes the tall building during the storm.
雷は嵐の中で高いビルを打つ。
C2 adjective /ˈsfɪŋks laɪk/

sphinx-like

神秘的な
Meaning
Mysterious, enigmatic, or difficult to interpret
Example
Her sphinx-like smile made it hard to guess what she was thinking.
彼女のスフィンクスのような微笑みは、彼女が何を考えているのかを予測するのを難しくさせた。
B1 adverb /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

specifically

特に
Meaning
in a clear and exact way
Example
He was specifically asked to handle the finances.
彼は特に財務を扱うように頼まれました。
B1 noun /swet/

Sweat

汗
Meaning
moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear
Example
After running for an hour, he was covered in sweat.
1時間走った後、彼は汗だくになっていた。
C1 noun /ˈsɒl.ɪs/

Solace

慰め
Meaning
comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness
Example
She found solace in music after her loss.
彼女は失った後、音楽に慰めを見つけました。
C1 noun /ˈstɪklər/

stickler

規則にうるさい人
Meaning
a person who insists on a certain quality or standard of behavior
Example
He is a stickler for punctuality and never tolerates delays.
彼は時間にうるさく、遅れを許しません。
C1 verb /ˈskwɒbəl/

squabble

些細なことで口論する
Meaning
To argue noisily over something small or unimportant.
Example
The children squabbled over the last piece of cake.
子供たちはケーキの最後の一切れを巡って争っていました。
B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

急増
Meaning
to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Example
The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.
ゲートが開くと、群衆は前方に押し寄せました。
C1 noun /sɪr/

seer

予言者
Meaning
A person who is supposed to be able to see what will happen in the future; a prophet.
Example
The seer predicted a great change in the kingdom.
予言者は王国の大きな変化を予測しました。
C1 noun/verb /spuːf/

spoof

ユーモアのある模倣
Meaning
A humorous imitation of something, or to trick or parody someone or something.
Example
The comedian spoofed the politician’s speech to entertain the audience.
コメディアンは政治家の演説を模倣して観客を楽しませました。
C1 noun /ˌsʌb.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən/

substitution

交換
Meaning
the action of replacing someone or something with another
Example
The substitution of the old system with the new one was difficult.
古いシステムを新しいシステムに置き換えることは難しかった。
B1 verb /sərˈvaɪv/

survive

生き残る
Meaning
To continue to live or exist after a difficult event or situation.
Example
He managed to survive the storm.
彼は嵐を生き延びた。
C1 verb ˈsɪŋ.krə.naɪz

synchronize

同期させる
Meaning
To coordinate in time; to cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
Example
The dancers need to synchronize their movements.
ダンサーは彼らの動きを同期させる必要があります。
B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

巧みに
Meaning
in a way that shows ability and training; expertly
Example
She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.
彼女は二時間で巧みに肖像を描いた。
C2 noun /sɑːrˈkɒfəɡəs/

sarcophagus

石棺
Meaning
A stone coffin, often decorated, used in ancient times.
Example
The museum displayed a beautifully carved sarcophagus from ancient Egypt.
博物館には古代エジプトからの美しく彫刻された石棺が展示されていました。
C2 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈkɒn.ʃəs/

semiconscious

半意識
Meaning
Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.
Example
He was semiconscious after the accident and could barely respond.
彼は事故後セミコンシャスで、ほとんど反応できなかった。
B2 adjective /skeərs/

Scarce

希少な; 見つけにくい; 少量で存在する
Meaning
rare; not easily found; existing in small quantities
Example
Fresh water is becoming increasingly scarce in desert regions.
砂漠地帯では、淡水がますます希少になっています。