staid
All a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z
All CEFR A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2
Content locale
EN 英語 BN ベンガル語 HI ヒンディー語 ES スペイン語 FR フランス語 DE ドイツ語 RU ロシア語 ZH 中国語 JA 日本語
All Vocabulary Cards All Vocabularies
C1 adjective /steɪd/

staid

堅実、尊敬される
Meaning
Serious, respectable, and unadventurous.
Example
He came from a staid family background.
彼は堅実な家庭から来た。
C1 noun /ˈspiːʃiː/

specie

硬貨
Meaning
money in the form of coins rather than notes or credit
Example
The transaction was made in specie.
取引は硬貨で行われました。
C1 verb /sʌlk/

sulk

むくれる
Meaning
to be silent and bad-tempered because you are angry or disappointed
Example
She sulked in her room after the argument.
議論の後、彼女は自分の部屋でむくれていた。
C1 noun /ˈstaɪpend/

Stipend

奨学金
Meaning
a fixed regular sum paid as a salary or allowance
Example
The research student receives a monthly stipend for living expenses.
研究学生は生活費のために毎月奨学金を受け取ります。
C1 adjective /ˈstɪndʒi/

stingy

けち
Meaning
unwilling to spend or give; miserly
Example
He is too stingy to buy a gift for his friend.
彼は友達へのプレゼントを買うにはあまりにけちだ。
C1 adjective ˌsɪn.əˈdʒɪs.tɪk

synergistic

相乗的な
Meaning
Relating to the interaction of elements that when combined produce a greater effect than the sum of their individual effects.
Example
A synergistic effect occurs when nutrients work together.
相乗的な効果は、栄養素が一緒に働くときに発生します。
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 ˌsəʊsɪəʊpəˈlɪtɪkəl

sociopolitical

社会政治的
Meaning
Combining social and political factors.
Example
Sociopolitical factors often influence public policy decisions.
社会政治的要因はしばしば公共政策決定に影響を与えます。
C1 noun /ˈsɛdətɪv/

sedative

鎮静剤
Meaning
A substance that calms the nerves or induces sleep.
Example
The doctor prescribed a sedative to help the patient sleep.
医者は患者が眠れるように鎮静剤を処方しました。
C1 noun /ʃraɪn/

Shrine

聖地; 神殿; 祈りの場
Meaning
a holy or sacred place dedicated to a specific deity, ancestor, hero, or saint
Example
Pilgrims visit the shrine to pray for good health.
巡礼者たちは健康を祈るために神殿を訪れます。
C1 adjective /sɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

symmetrical

対称的
Meaning
having parts on either side that match or are the same in shape, size, or arrangement
Example
The artist designed a symmetrical pattern on the floor.
アーティストは床に対称的なパターンをデザインしました。
C1 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈsɒn.ɪk/

Supersonic

音速より速い; 音速を超える速度に関連する
Meaning
faster than the speed of sound; relating to speeds greater than the speed of sound
Example
The supersonic jet broke the sound barrier.
超音速ジェットは音の壁を破った。
C1 verb /səˈlɪdəˌfaɪ/

solidify

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

slay

Meaning
to kill violently; informally, to impress greatly
Example
The hero vowed to slay the dragon.
C1 verb /səˈfɪstɪkeɪt/

sophisticate

洗練する
Meaning
to make something more complex or refined; to educate or develop in taste and manners
Example
Traveling abroad helped sophisticate his worldview.
海外旅行は彼の世界観を洗練させる手助けとなった。
C1 noun /ˈskrɪmɪdʒ/

scrimmage

練習試合
Meaning
A practice game or informal match, often in sports, especially football.
Example
The team had a scrimmage before the official season started.
チームは公式シーズンが始まる前に練習試合を行いました。
C1 noun /ˌsɑːrdʒənt ˈmeɪdʒər/

sergeant-major

サージェント・メイジャー
Meaning
A senior non-commissioned officer in the army responsible for discipline and administration within a unit.
Example
The sergeant-major inspected the troops before the parade.
サージェント・メイジャーはパレード前に部隊を点検しました。
C1 adjective /ˈsɛnʃuəl/

sensual

官能的
Meaning
Relating to or involving gratification of the senses and physical pleasure.
Example
The painting had a sensual quality that captivated viewers.
その絵は視覚的な魅力があり、観客を魅了しました。
C1 verb /ˈsɛvər/

sever

切る、関係を断つ
Meaning
to cut off or separate, especially by cutting; to end a connection or relationship
Example
He had to sever ties with the company after the dispute.
彼は争いの後、会社との関係を断たなければならなかった。
C1 noun /ˈʃær.ən fruːt/

Sharon fruit

シャロンフルーツ
Meaning
a sweet orange persimmon fruit that can be eaten when firm
Example
The Sharon fruit is sweet and can be eaten like an apple.
シャロンフルーツは甘く、リンゴのように食べることができます。
C1 verb /ʃraʊd/

shroud

覆う
Meaning
to cover or hide; to wrap in cloth
Example
The mountain peak was shrouded in mist.
山頂は霧に包まれていました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈstɪɡmə/

stigma

汚名
Meaning
a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality
Example
There is still a stigma around mental health issues in many societies.
多くの社会では、精神的な健康問題に関して未だに汚名がついています。
C1 noun /slɪt/

Slit

切れ目
Meaning
a long narrow opening or cut
Example
There was a small slit in the fabric.
生地に小さな切れ目がありました。
C1 noun /ˈsɪməli/

simile

直喩
Meaning
A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another using 'like' or 'as'.
Example
She used a simile to describe her eyes as bright as stars.
彼女は自分の目を星のように明るいと表現するために直喩を使いました。
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 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。
C1 noun /stɑːr fruːts/

Star Fruits

スターフルーツ
Meaning
yellow tropical fruits that form a star shape when sliced crosswise; tangy and crisp taste
Example
When you slice star fruits, they look like beautiful yellow stars on your plate.
スターフルーツを切ると、プレートの上に美しい黄色い星のように見えます。
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。
C1 verb /ˈsaɪdˌtræk/

sidetrack

気を散らす
Meaning
To distract from the main subject or activity.
Example
She was sidetracked by an unexpected phone call.
彼女は予期しない電話で気を取られた。
C1 noun səbˈsɪs.təns

subsistence

生計
Meaning
The action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself at a minimum level.
Example
Many farmers depend on subsistence agriculture.
多くの農民は自給農業に依存しています。
C1 adjective /sɔɪld/

soiled

汚れた
Meaning
dirty or stained; not clean
Example
His clothes were soiled after playing in the mud.
泥遊びをした後、彼の服は汚れていた。
C1 verb /sluː/

slew

急に曲がる
Meaning
To turn or slide violently in a particular direction.
Example
The car slewed across the icy road.
車は凍った道路を滑っていった。
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。
C1 noun /skraɪb/

scribe

書記
Meaning
a person who writes documents, especially in ancient times; a professional copyist
Example
In ancient Egypt, scribes recorded important events.
古代エジプトでは、スクライブは重要な出来事を記録しました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˈkæn.di/

Sugar candy

シュガーキャンディ
Meaning
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
Example
The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival.
子供たちは祭りでカラフルなシュガーキャンディを食べて楽しみました。
C1 noun /ˈskɛptɪk/

skeptic

懐疑論者
Meaning
A person who doubts or questions accepted beliefs or claims.
Example
The scientist was a skeptic of theories without solid evidence.
その科学者は確固たる証拠のない理論に懐疑的でした。
C1 noun /ˈsaɪ.ən/

scion

子孫
Meaning
a descendant of a wealthy, aristocratic, or influential family
Example
He is the scion of a wealthy industrialist family.
彼は裕福な実業家の家族の子孫です。
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。
C1 verb /ˈstæmər/

stammer

どもる
Meaning
To speak with sudden involuntary pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial letters of words.
Example
The nervous student began to stammer during his speech.
緊張した学生はスピーチ中にどもり始めた。
C1 adjective /səˈtɪrɪkəl/

satirical

風刺的
Meaning
containing or using satire to criticize or mock
Example
The satirical cartoon mocked the government's new policy.
その風刺的な漫画は政府の新しい政策を嘲笑しました。
C1 noun /ˈsʌn.stroʊk/

Sunstroke

熱中症
Meaning
a serious condition caused by overheating from prolonged exposure to high temperatures
Example
The worker suffered from sunstroke after working outside all day.
その労働者は一日中外で働いた後、日射病にかかりました。
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。
C1 verb /ˈstɪp.jʊ.leɪt/

stipulate

規定する
Meaning
to demand or specify a condition in an agreement or contract
Example
The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days.
契約書には、支払いは30日以内に行われるべきであると明記されています。
C1 adjective /ˈʃɑːdi/

shoddy

粗末な
Meaning
badly made or done; of poor quality
Example
The contractor did a shoddy job on the repairs.
契約者は修理作業で粗末な仕事をしました。
C1 noun /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪtər/

speculator

投機家
Meaning
A person who forms theories without evidence, or invests in assets hoping for profit.
Example
The real estate speculator bought land hoping its value would rise.
不動産投機家は、土地の価値が上がることを期待して土地を購入しました。
C1 adjective /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/

subjective

主観的
Meaning
based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts
Example
Beauty is often considered a subjective concept.
美しさはしばしば主観的な概念と見なされます。
C1 noun /ˌstætɪˈstɪʃən/

statistician

統計学者
Meaning
A person who specializes in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical data.
Example
The statistician presented the survey results with great clarity.
統計学者は調査結果を明確に示しました。
C1 noun /ˈsɑːɡə/

saga

長い物語
Meaning
A long story of heroic achievement, or a long, complex series of events.
Example
The company's rise and fall became a corporate saga.
会社の興隆と衰退は企業のサガとなった。
C1 noun /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/

supposition

仮定
Meaning
An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.
Example
His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly.
彼の計画は、市場がすぐに回復するという仮定に基づいていました。
C1 verb /ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

stigmatize

スティグマタイズする
Meaning
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
Example
People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized.
特定の病気の人々はしばしば不当な方法でスティグマタイズされる。
C1 noun /ˈstændˌstɪl/

standstill

停滞
Meaning
a situation in which all movement or activity stops
Example
The traffic came to a standstill after the accident.
事故後、交通は停滞しました。
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 noun ˈsæŋktɪti

sanctity

神聖さ
Meaning
The state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly; ultimate importance.
Example
The sanctity of life should never be compromised.
命の神聖さは決して妥協されるべきではない。
C1 noun ˌsteɪbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

stabilization

安定化
Meaning
The process of making or becoming stable.
Example
The stabilization of the structure was essential after the earthquake.
地震後、構造の安定化が不可欠でした。
C1 noun/adjective /ˈstɜː.lɪŋ/

sterling

英国通貨 / 優れた
Meaning
British money, especially pounds; of excellent quality.
Example
She was praised for her sterling work on the project.
プロジェクトでの優れた仕事が称賛されました。
C1 noun ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

systematic strategy

体系的戦略
Meaning
A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.
Example
A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.
目標を達成するために体系的戦略が採用されました。
C1 noun ˈsɪnədʒi

synergy

相乗効果, 協力
Meaning
The interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Example
The synergy between the two companies led to a successful partnership.
二つの会社間の相乗効果により、成功したパートナーシップが生まれました。
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。
C1 noun /ˌspɒn.təˈneɪ.ɪ.ti/

spontaneity

自発性
Meaning
The quality of being spontaneous; natural and unplanned behavior.
Example
His spontaneity makes him a great conversationalist.
彼の自発性は彼を素晴らしい会話者にします。
C1 adjective /ˈskwiːmɪʃ/

squeamish

簡単に気分が悪くなったり、吐き気を催したり、嫌悪感を抱いたりする
Meaning
easily made to feel sick, faint, or disgusted
Example
She felt squeamish at the sight of blood.
彼女は血を見て気分が悪くなった。
C1 noun /səbˈvɜːrʒən/

subversion

転覆
Meaning
the act of trying to destroy or undermine an established system or authority
Example
The government accused the rebels of planning subversion.
政府は反乱者が転覆を計画していると非難した。
C1 verb /sɪˈdjuːs/

seduce

Meaning
to attract someone into doing something, especially something they might not normally do
Example
The advertisement was designed to seduce customers into buying luxury products.
C1 verb /ˈstæɡ.neɪt/

stagnate

停滞する
Meaning
to stop developing, progressing, or moving
Example
Without innovation, the business will stagnate.
革新がなければ、ビジネスは停滞する。
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 adjective /ˈsæŋɡwɪn/

sanguine

楽観的
Meaning
Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation.
Example
Despite the challenges, she remained sanguine about the future.
困難にもかかわらず、彼女は未来に対して楽観的な姿勢を保ち続けた。
C1 noun, adjective, verb /ʃæm/

sham

偽り
Meaning
something that is not what it appears to be; a false or fake thing; to pretend
Example
The deal turned out to be a sham.
その取引は偽りであることが判明しました。
C1 adjective /ˌsekənd ˈreɪt/

second-rate

二流
Meaning
Of mediocre or inferior quality.
Example
The movie was entertaining but clearly second-rate compared to the original.
その映画は面白かったが、オリジナルに比べて明らかに二流だった。
C1 adjective /ˈsæljʊˌtɛri/

salutary

有益な
Meaning
Producing good effects; beneficial, especially after something unpleasant.
Example
The accident was a salutary reminder to drive carefully.
その事故は、慎重に運転することを思い出させる有益な教訓でした。
C1 adjective ˈsek.tər spəˈsɪf.ɪk

sector-specific

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

Seasonable

季節に適した
Meaning
occurring at the right time; appropriate for the season; timely
Example
The seasonable rain helped the farmers with their crops.
季節の雨が農家の作物を助けました。
C1 noun /ˈsmætərɪŋ/

smattering

ちょっとした知識
Meaning
A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.
Example
He has a smattering of Spanish.
彼はスペイン語についてちょっとした知識を持っている。
C1 adjective /ˈskrʌmpʃəs/

scrumptious

美味しい
Meaning
extremely tasty or delicious
Example
She baked a scrumptious chocolate cake for the party.
彼女はパーティーのために美味しいチョコレートケーキを焼きました。
C1 adjective/noun /ˈsʌkjələnt/

succulent

ジューシーな
Meaning
Juicy or full of juice; also refers to a plant with thick, fleshy leaves adapted to storing water.
Example
The steak was so succulent that everyone enjoyed it.
ステーキはとてもジューシーで、皆が楽しんで食べました。
C1 noun/verb /smʌdʒ/

smudge

汚れ, スマッジ
Meaning
a dirty mark or smear; to make something dirty or unclear by rubbing or touching
Example
She accidentally smudged her lipstick on the napkin.
彼女はうっかりナプキンにリップスティックをつけてしまった。
C1 noun səˌsɛp.təˈbɪl.ə.ti

susceptibility

感受性
Meaning
The quality of being likely to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing; vulnerability.
Example
High susceptibility to infections requires extra care.
感染症に対する高い感受性は追加のケアを必要とします。
C1 noun ˈstræt.ə.sfɪər

stratosphere

成層圏
Meaning
The layer of the earth's atmosphere above the troposphere, extending to about 50 km above the earth's surface.
Example
The stratosphere provides a unique environment.
成層圏は特別な環境を提供します。
C1 noun /straɪf/

strife

争い、闘争
Meaning
angry or violent conflict; struggle or discord
Example
The region has been torn apart by political strife.
その地域は政治的な争いで引き裂かれました。
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。
C1 adjective /sɪmˈfɒnɪk/

symphonic

交響曲の
Meaning
relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra
Example
The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece.
コンサートでは交響曲の傑作が披露されました。
C1 verb /səbˈdjuː/

subdue

Meaning
To bring under control, especially by force; to overcome or quiet.
Example
The army was able to subdue the rebellion quickly.
C1 adjective /ˈsɛn.sər.i/

sensory

感覚的
Meaning
Related to the five human senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell).
Example
Sensory feedback enhances the VR experience.
感覚的フィードバックはVR体験を強化します。
C1 adjective /sɑːrˈdɒnɪk/

sardonic

幸福
Meaning
Grimly mocking or cynical.
Example
She gave him a sardonic smile after hearing his excuse.
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。
C1 adjective /stiːpt/

steeped

浸透した
Meaning
Completely surrounded by or filled with a particular quality, influence, or experience.
Example
The town is steeped in history and tradition.
町は歴史と伝統に浸透している。
C1 verb /ˈskʌr.i/

scurry

速く走る
Meaning
To move quickly with short, hurried steps.
Example
The mice scurried across the kitchen floor when the lights turned on.
ライトがついたとき、ネズミたちはキッチンの床を速く走った。
C1 noun /sloʊθ/

Sloth

怠惰; 仕事や努力をすることに対する reluctance
Meaning
laziness; reluctance to work or make an effort
Example
His sloth prevented him from achieving his goals.
彼の怠惰は、目標達成を妨げました。
C1 adjective /seɪdʒ/

Sage

賢明な; 判断力のある; 経験豊かな
Meaning
wise; showing wisdom from experience; prudent; having good judgment
Example
The sage advice from the elder helped solve the problem.
長老の賢明な助言が問題を解決するのに役立った。
C1 adjective /snaɪd/

snide

皮肉な
Meaning
mocking or insulting in an indirect way
Example
He couldn’t resist making a snide comment about her dress.
彼は彼女のドレスについて皮肉なコメントをするのをやめられなかった。
C1 noun /ˈsɜːrmən/

sermon

説教
Meaning
A religious discourse delivered by a preacher, often offering moral instruction or spiritual guidance.
Example
The pastor gave a moving sermon about compassion and forgiveness.
牧師は思いやりと許しについて感動的な説教をしました。
C1 noun /ˌsɪmbɪˈəʊsɪs/

symbiosis

共生関係
Meaning
A mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups.
Example
The symbiosis between the two companies led to mutual growth.
二つの会社間の共生関係は相互成長につながった。
C1 verb /stoʊk/

stoke

Meaning
To add fuel to a fire; to encourage or increase a strong feeling or activity.
Example
The politician’s speech stoked anger among the crowd.
C1 adjective, verb /sɪˈdeɪt/

sedate

鎮静する
Meaning
calm, quiet, and composed; or to administer a drug to make someone calm or sleep
Example
The nurse sedated the patient before the operation.
看護師は手術の前に患者を鎮静しました。
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 adjective /smʌɡ/

smug

自惚れた
Meaning
having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements
Example
He wore a smug smile after winning the debate.
彼は議論に勝った後、自惚れた笑顔を見せた。
C1 verb /səbˈsɪst/

subsist

生き延びる
Meaning
To maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level.
Example
Many villagers still subsist on fishing and farming.
多くの村人は今でも漁業と農業で生計を立てています。
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 verb /skɒf/

scoff

嘲笑する
Meaning
to speak about something in a mocking or dismissive way
Example
He scoffed at the idea of moving abroad.
彼は海外に引っ越すというアイデアを嘲笑しました。
C1 adjective /sɪmˈplɪstɪk/

simplistic

過度に単純化された
Meaning
treating complex issues as if they were much simpler than they really are
Example
His explanation was too simplistic and ignored key details.
彼の説明は過度に単純化されており、重要な詳細を無視していました。
C1 noun /ˈsaɪnəs/

sinus

副鼻腔
Meaning
A cavity within a bone or tissue, especially those in the bones of the face connected with the nasal cavities.
Example
He suffered from a sinus infection that caused headaches.
彼は副鼻腔感染症に苦しんでおり、頭痛を引き起こしました。
C1 adjective /ˌsækrɪˈfɪʃəl/

sacrificial

犠牲的な
Meaning
Relating to or involving sacrifice.
Example
The lamb was used as a sacrificial offering in the ritual.
その羊は儀式で犠牲的な捧げ物として使われました。
C1 noun /ˈstreɪnər/

Strainer

こし器
Meaning
a device having holes punched in it or made of crossed wires for separating solid matter from a liquid
Example
Use a strainer to drain the pasta water.
パスタの水を切るためにこし器を使ってください。
C1 verb /ˈstaɪfl/

stifle

抑える
Meaning
to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate
Example
She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting.
彼女は真剣な会議中に笑いを抑えようとしました。
C1 adjective /ˈskɔːrnfəl/

Scornful

軽蔑的な
Meaning
showing contempt or disdain; expressing scorn
Example
She gave him a scornful look when he made the rude comment.
彼が無礼なコメントをしたとき、彼女は軽蔑の目で彼を見た。
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 /spɑːrs/

sparse

まばら
Meaning
thinly scattered or distributed; not dense or abundant
Example
Vegetation was sparse in the desert.
砂漠では植生がまばらだった。
C1 noun /ˈskwɒlər/

squalor

貧困
Meaning
the state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially due to poverty or neglect
Example
They lived in squalor without basic facilities.
彼らは基本的な施設なしで貧困に住んでいました。
C1 verb /sərˈmaʊnt/

surmount

克服する
Meaning
to overcome a difficulty or obstacle
Example
He surmounted all the challenges to achieve his dream.
彼はすべての挑戦を乗り越えて夢を実現しました。
C1 verb /skʌf/

scuff

擦り傷
Meaning
to mark or scratch the surface of something by rubbing
Example
He scuffed his shoes on the pavement.
彼は歩道で靴を擦り傷をつけた。
C1 adjective /ˈstʌm.pi/

Stumpy

短くて太い
Meaning
short and thick; having a short, thick appearance
Example
The stumpy little dog wagged its tail enthusiastically.
その短くて太い小さな犬は、興奮して尾を振っていました。
C1 verb /ˈʃɪmər/

shimmer

きらめく
Meaning
To shine with a soft, wavering light.
Example
The lake shimmered under the moonlight.
湖は月光の下で輝いていました。
C1 noun, verb /spreɪn/

sprain

捻挫
Meaning
an injury to a joint in which the ligaments are stretched or torn
Example
She sprained her ankle while running in the park.
公園で走っているときに足首をねんざした。
C1 noun, adjective, verb /səˈbɔːrdənət/ (noun/adjective), /səˈbɔːrdəˌneɪt/ (verb)

subordinate

部下
Meaning
lower in rank or position; to treat as less important
Example
He manages ten subordinates in his department.
彼は自分の部署で10人の部下を管理しています。
C1 verb /sərˈmaɪz/

surmise

推測する
Meaning
to suppose something is true without having evidence
Example
She surmised that he was not coming to the meeting.
彼女は彼が会議に来ないだろうと推測した。
C1 adjective /ˈspɛktrəl/

spectral

幽霊のような
Meaning
Relating to a ghost or specter; ghostly. Also relating to a spectrum.
Example
The old mansion had a spectral atmosphere at night.
古い館には夜、幽霊のような雰囲気が漂っていた。
C1 noun /ˈsɔːjər/

Sawyer

材木職人
Meaning
a person who saws wood, especially as an occupation
Example
The skilled sawyer cut the logs into planks.
熟練した材木職人は丸太を板に切りました。
C1 noun /ˈseɪɑːns/

seance

霊的なセッション
Meaning
A meeting where people attempt to communicate with the spirits of the dead.
Example
They held a seance to contact their late grandmother.
彼らは亡くなった祖母と連絡を取るために霊的なセッションを開いた。
C1 adjective /ˈstɛlər/

stellar

素晴らしい
Meaning
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
Example
She gave a stellar performance in the play.
彼女は劇中で素晴らしいパフォーマンスを披露しました。
C1 noun /səˈvænə/

savanna

サバンナ（散在する木々がある草原）
Meaning
a grassy plain with scattered trees, typical of tropical and subtropical regions
Example
Giraffes browsed on acacia trees across the wide savanna.
キリンは広いサバンナでアカシアの木の葉を食べていました。
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。
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。