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C1 adjective /səbˈmɪs.ɪv/

Submissive

従順; 服従的; 謙虚な
Meaning
ready to obey others; yielding to authority; humble and compliant
Example
She became submissive after years of harsh treatment.
厳しい扱いの後、彼女は従順になった。
C1 verb /ɪmˈplɔːr/

implore

Meaning
To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.
Example
She implored him to stay with her.
C1 noun /ˈsɛmbləns/

Semblance

外見; 偽りの形
Meaning
the outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different
Example
There was only a semblance of order in the chaotic office.
混沌としたオフィスには、秩序の外見だけがあった
C1 adjective ʌnɪnˈhæbɪtəbəl

uninhabitable

住めない
Meaning
Not suitable or safe for people to live in.
Example
Rapid urbanization can make cities uninhabitable.
急速な都市化は都市を住めない場所にする可能性があります。
C1 noun /ˈstɪmjʊlənt/

stimulant

興奮剤
Meaning
A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
Example
Coffee is a common stimulant that helps people stay awake.
コーヒーは一般的な興奮剤で、人々が目を覚ますのを助けます
C1 noun /ˌəʊvərɪksˌplɔɪˈteɪʃən/

overexploitation

過剰搾取
Meaning
The unsustainable use of natural resources at a rate that exceeds their ability to regenerate, leading to depletion and environmental degradation.
Example
Overexploitation of natural resources leads to environmental degradation.
自然資源の過剰搾取は環境の悪化を引き起こします。
C1 adjective /ˈkræfti/

crafty

ずるい, 狡猾, 騙し
Meaning
skilled at achieving goals through cunning or deceit; sly
Example
The crafty fox evaded the hunters again.
ずる賢いキツネは再び狩人たちをかわしました。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəkˈnɒlɪdʒd/

unacknowledged

認められない
Meaning
Not recognized, admitted, or accepted; ignored or unnoticed
Example
Her contributions to the project went unacknowledged.
彼女のプロジェクトへの貢献は認められなかった。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtrɛntʃ/

entrench

堅固にする
Meaning
To establish something so firmly that it is difficult to change.
Example
The company entrenched its position in the market through innovation.
その企業は革新を通じて市場での地位を固めました。
C1 noun /ˈvælər/

valor

勇気
Meaning
Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.
Example
The soldier was honored for his valor during the war.
その兵士は戦争中の勇気で賞賛されました。
C1 verb /ˈiːvzdrɒp/

eavesdrop

盗み聞き
Meaning
to secretly listen to a conversation
Example
She stood near the door to eavesdrop on their conversation.
彼女はその会話をこっそり聞くためにドアの近くに立っていました。
C1 verb /prɪˈzaɪd/

preside

主宰する
Meaning
to be in charge of a meeting, event, or organization
Example
She will preside over the meeting tomorrow.
彼女は明日会議を主宰します。
C1 adjective /ˈbleɪmləs/

blameless

非の打ち所がない
Meaning
innocent of wrongdoing; not deserving blame
Example
She remained calm and blameless throughout the investigation.
彼女は調査中ずっと冷静で非の打ち所がなかった。
C1 adjective ˌæd.vɚˈser.i.əl

adversarial

対立的な
Meaning
Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition.
Example
The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market.
その二つの会社は市場で対立的な関係を持っている。
C1 adjective /kəˈnɒnɪkəl/

canonical

カノニカル / 受け入れられた
Meaning
Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; officially recognized.
Example
Shakespeare’s works are considered canonical in English literature.
シェイクスピアの作品は英文学においてカノニカルと見なされています。
C1 adjective /rɪˈper.ə.bəl/

Repairable

修理可能
Meaning
able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired
Example
The broken phone is repairable with the right parts.
壊れた電話は正しい部品で修理可能です。
C1 verb /ˈkʌn.dʒər/

conjure

召喚する
Meaning
to summon something as if by magic; to imagine vividly
Example
The magician conjured a rabbit out of the hat.
魔法使いは帽子からウサギを召喚しました。
C1 verb /ˈtɛðər/

tether

繋ぐ
Meaning
To tie an animal with a rope or chain so it cannot move far.
Example
The farmer tethered the goat to a post.
農夫はヤギを柱に繋ぎました。
C1 verb /ˈmʌtər/

mutter

呟く
Meaning
to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation
Example
He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.
彼は歩きながら何かを呟いた。
C1 verb /rɪˈklaɪn/

recline

リクライニングする
Meaning
To lean or lie back in a relaxed position.
Example
She reclined on the sofa with a book.
彼女はソファで本を持ってリクライニングしていた。
C1 adjective /ɪˈvɒkətɪv/

evocative

呼び起こす
Meaning
bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind
Example
The music was evocative of her childhood memories.
その音楽は彼女の子供時代の記憶を呼び起こしました。
C1 noun, verb /ˈmæn.deɪt/

mandate

マンダト
Meaning
an official order or command; to give someone authority to act in a certain way
Example
The government issued a mandate to reduce carbon emissions.
政府は炭素排出削減のためのマンダトを発行した。
C1 noun /ˈstaɪləs/

stylus

スタイラス
Meaning
a small tool used for writing, drawing, or touching screens
Example
She used a stylus to draw on her tablet.
彼女はタブレットで絵を描くためにスタイラスを使用しました。
C1 adjective /ˌæprɪˈhɛnsɪv/

apprehensive

不安な
Meaning
feeling anxious or fearful that something bad will happen
Example
He was apprehensive about starting a new job in a foreign country.
彼は外国で新しい仕事を始めることに不安を感じていた。
C1 noun /bʌm/

bum

Meaning
informal term for the buttocks; also a homeless or lazy person
Example
He sat on his bum all day doing nothing.
彼は一日中お尻に座って何もしなかった。
C1 noun /traɪˈbjuːnəl/

tribunal

裁判所
Meaning
a court of justice or body established to settle disputes
Example
The case was heard in an international tribunal.
その事件は国際裁判所で審理されました。
C1 noun /kənˈtɛnʃən/

contention

争い, 意見の相違
Meaning
heated disagreement or argument; a point asserted in debate
Example
The main contention between the two parties was over tax reform.
二つの党派間での主要な争いは税制改革に関するものでした。
C1 verb/adjective /ˈɡræspɪŋ/

grasping

しっかりつかむ / 欲張り
Meaning
Holding firmly; or (as an adjective) excessively greedy.
Example
The child was grasping her mother’s hand tightly.
その子は母親の手をしっかりつかんでいた。
C1 verb /ɪˈkɒnəmaɪz/

economize

節約する
Meaning
To reduce spending or use resources carefully.
Example
Families are trying to economize by cutting unnecessary expenses.
家族は不必要な支出を削減して、節約しようとしています。
C1 noun /ˈsed.ɪ.mənt/

Sediment

堆積物
Meaning
matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid; particles deposited by water or wind
Example
The river carried sediment downstream during the flood.
川は洪水の間に堆積物を下流へ運んだ。
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 noun /ɡaɪz/

guise

仮装
Meaning
An external form, appearance, or manner of presentation, often hiding the true nature
Example
He approached in the guise of a friend.
彼は友達の仮装で近づいてきた。
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 noun /ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnəns/

impertinence

無礼
Meaning
lack of respect; rudeness
Example
The teacher was shocked by the student's impertinence.
教師は生徒の無礼さに驚いた。
C1 noun /ˈiːkwɪnɒks/

equinox

昼夜平衡
Meaning
The time or date when day and night are of equal length, occurring twice a year.
Example
The spring equinox marks the beginning of longer days.
春分は長い日が始まることを示します。
C1 noun /ˈsɪk.əl/

Sickle

Meaning
a tool with a curved metal blade and short handle used for cutting grain crops
Example
The farmer harvested wheat using a traditional sickle.
農夫は伝統的な鎌を使って小麦を収穫しました。
C1 noun /sleɪ/

sleigh

そり
Meaning
A vehicle pulled by horses or reindeer over snow or ice.
Example
Children were excited to ride in the sleigh through the snowy village.
子供たちは雪に覆われた村でそりに乗ることに興奮していました。
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。
C1 adjective /ˌnɒn ɪɡˈzɪstənt/

non-existent

存在しない
Meaning
not real or not present; lacking existence
Example
The supposed evidence turned out to be non-existent.
仮定された証拠は存在しないことが判明しました。
C1 noun /ɪˈleɪʃən/

elation

興奮
Meaning
A feeling of great happiness and excitement.
Example
His elation was evident after winning the championship.
彼の興奮はチャンピオンシップに勝った後、明らかだった。
C1 noun /ˈvɜːrtɛks/

vertex

頂点
Meaning
The highest point; the top or the apex.
Example
The climber reached the vertex of the mountain.
登山者は山の頂点に達しました。
C1 verb /ˈbruːtəlaɪz/

brutalize

残虐に扱う
Meaning
to treat someone with extreme violence or cruelty; to make something harsh or cruel
Example
The regime was accused of brutalizing innocent civilians.
その政権は無実の民間人を残虐に扱ったとして非難された。
C1 noun /ˈruː.bi/

Ruby

ルビー
Meaning
a precious red gemstone; a deep red variety of corundum
Example
The ruby ring was her most treasured possession.
そのルビーの指輪は彼女にとって最も大切な宝物でした。
C1 adverb /ˌðeərəˈpɒn/

Thereupon

その後すぐに;
Meaning
immediately after that; following that event
Example
He finished his speech and thereupon left the stage.
彼はスピーチを終え、その後すぐにステージを離れました。
C1 noun /ˈkæviˌæt/

caveat

警告
Meaning
a warning or condition to be considered before taking action
Example
The proposal was accepted with one caveat.
提案は警告付きで受け入れられました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɛlɪdʒəbəl/

Ineligible

不適格; 無資格; 選ばれない
Meaning
not qualified or entitled to participate or be chosen; unsuitable
Example
Students with poor grades are ineligible for the scholarship program.
成績が悪い学生は奨学金プログラムに応募できません。
C1 noun /poʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

polarity

極性
Meaning
the state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies, opinions, or aspects
Example
The polarity between the two political parties is growing stronger.
二つの政治党派の間の極性は強くなりつつあります。
C1 noun /rɪˌtæl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

Retaliation

報復
Meaning
the action of returning a military attack; counterattack; revenge for an injury or wrong
Example
The country threatened retaliation against any act of aggression.
その国はあらゆる攻撃行為に対して報復を予告しました。
C1 noun /əˈkwɪtl/

acquittal

Meaning
a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged
Example
The acquittal of the accused shocked the public.
C1 adjective /ˈrɪvɪtɪŋ/

riveting

魅力的な
Meaning
extremely interesting; holding the complete attention
Example
The movie was so riveting that nobody looked away.
その映画はとても魅力的で、誰も目を離すことができませんでした。
C1 verb /ɪmˈbɛl.ɪʃ/

embellish

飾る
Meaning
To make something more attractive by adding decorative details or exaggerating.
Example
He tends to embellish stories to make them more interesting.
彼は物語をより面白くするために飾る傾向があります。
C1 noun /ˈpælɪt/

pallet

プラットフォーム
Meaning
a flat wooden platform used for moving or storing goods; also a makeshift bed
Example
The boxes were stacked on a wooden pallet for easy transport.
箱は簡単に輸送できるように木製のパレットに積まれました。
C1 adjective /sliːk/

sleek

滑らかで光沢のある
Meaning
smooth, shiny, and stylish
Example
She drove a sleek black sports car.
彼女は光沢のある黒いスポーツカーを運転していました。
C1 verb /veks/

vex

苛立たせる
Meaning
to annoy or frustrate someone; to cause trouble
Example
The constant noise from construction vexes the residents.
建設の絶え間ない音は住民を苛立たせる。
C1 noun /ˈmoʊ.tər ˈlɔː.ri/

Motor lorry

トラック
Meaning
a large motor vehicle used for transporting goods; truck
Example
The motor lorry delivered fresh vegetables to the market.
そのモーター車は新鮮な野菜を市場に届けました。
C1 noun /ˈwɔːtəʃɛd/

watershed

分水嶺, 重要な転換点
Meaning
An event or period marking a turning point in a situation; also refers to a ridge dividing two drainage areas.
Example
The independence movement was a watershed in the nation's history.
独立運動は国の歴史の中で分水嶺となった。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt ən ˈaʊt/

out-and-out

完全な
Meaning
complete; absolute; used to emphasize something extreme
Example
The speech was an out-and-out lie.
そのスピーチは完全な嘘だった。
C1 noun /ʃəˈreɪd/

charade

シャレード、ジェスチャーゲーム
Meaning
an absurd pretense or act intended to deceive; also a word-guessing game
Example
The trial was nothing more than a political charade.
その裁判は単なる政治的なシャレードに過ぎなかった。
C1 verb /ɪnˈsjuː/

ensue

結果として起こる
Meaning
to happen as a result or consequence
Example
After the argument, silence ensued.
議論の後、沈黙が続いた。
C1 verb /ɪˈdʒektɪd/

ejected

eject
Meaning
to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully
Example
The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency.
パイロットは緊急時に飛行機から eject されました。
C1 verb /kɑːrp/

carp

不平を言う
Meaning
to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters
Example
She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences.
彼女は最小の不便さについても不平を言う傾向がある。
C1 noun ˌmɪs.kənˈsɛp.ʃən

misconception

誤解
Meaning
A wrong idea or false understanding about something.
Example
There is a common misconception that success happens overnight.
成功は一夜にして成るという誤解が広まっている。
C1 noun ˌkʌl.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən

culmination

クルミネーション. 何かの最高潮、特に長い時間を経て達成されたもの。
Meaning
The highest or climactic point of something, especially as attained after a long time.
Example
The project reached its culmination after years of effort.
プロジェクトは長年の努力の末、最高潮に達しました。
C1 noun /ˈriːpər/

reaper

作物を刈り取り集める人または機械
Meaning
a person or machine that cuts and gathers crops
Example
The reaper moved slowly through the golden fields.
リーパーは金色の畑をゆっくりと進んでいきました。
C1 adjective /ˌprɛfəˈrɛnʃəl/

preferential

優遇
Meaning
showing or giving advantage to one over others
Example
Members receive preferential treatment at the club.
メンバーはクラブで優遇されます。
C1 adjective /ˈtɛsti/

testy

イライラした
Meaning
Easily irritated or annoyed.
Example
He became testy when asked the same question repeatedly.
同じ質問を繰り返し聞かれると、彼はイライラしてきた。
C1 adjective /hɜːrˈbɪv.ər.əs/

Herbivorous

草食性
Meaning
feeding on plants; plant-eating
Example
Cows are herbivorous animals that graze on grass.
牛は草食性の動物で、草を食べる。
C1 verb /ˈtɒpl/

topple

倒れる
Meaning
to fall or cause to fall over; to overthrow
Example
The earthquake caused the old building to topple.
地震で古い建物が倒れた。
C1 adjective /ˈræmpənt/

rampant

蔓延する
Meaning
existing or spreading unchecked, often in an undesirable way
Example
Corruption was rampant in the city administration.
腐敗は市の行政で蔓延していた。
C1 noun (plural of fungus) /ˈfʌndʒaɪ/

fungi

菌類
Meaning
a group of spore-producing organisms such as mushrooms, molds, and yeasts
Example
Fungi play an important role in breaking down organic matter in nature.
菌類は自然界で有機物を分解する重要な役割を果たします。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtrɛntʃt/

entrenched

根付いている
Meaning
Firmly established and unlikely to change.
Example
Corruption is deeply entrenched in the system.
腐敗はシステムに深く根付いています。
C1 adjective /ˈdeɪnti/

dainty

優雅で可愛らしい
Meaning
Delicately small, pretty, and often considered elegant.
Example
She wore a dainty necklace made of pearls.
彼女は真珠でできた繊細なネックレスをしていました。
C1 adverb /əˈbrɛst/

abreast

並んで
Meaning
side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something
Example
The soldiers marched two abreast down the street.
兵士たちは通りを二人並んで行進した。
C1 noun /məˈmɛn.toʊ/

memento

記念品
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She kept the ticket as a memento of their first concert together.
彼女は最初のコンサートの記念品としてチケットを保存しました。
C1 noun /ˈhaɪndsaɪt/

hindsight

後知恵
Meaning
Understanding of a situation only after it has happened.
Example
With the benefit of hindsight, we realized the decision was a mistake.
後知恵で、私たちはその決断が間違いだったことに気づきました。
C1 adverb /ʌnˈnætʃrəli/

unnaturally

不自然に
Meaning
in a way that is not natural or normal; excessively or strangely
Example
He smiled unnaturally, making everyone feel uncomfortable.
彼は不自然に笑い、皆を居心地悪くさせた。
C1 noun /ˌɑːr.kəˈpɛl.əˌɡoʊ/

archipelago

群島
Meaning
A group of islands clustered together in a body of water.
Example
Indonesia is an archipelago with thousands of islands.
インドネシアは何千もの島々が集まった群島です。
C1 adjective /rɪˈpen.tənt/

Repentant

後悔している; 反省している; 悔いている
Meaning
feeling or expressing sincere regret and remorse; sorry for one's actions
Example
The repentant thief returned the stolen money.
後悔している泥棒は盗んだお金を返しました。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

狂気; 精神疾患
Meaning
the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality
Example
The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.
弁護人は、被告人が狂気によって無罪であると主張した。
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 noun /ˈtraɪ.fəl/

Trifle

些細なことや重要でないこと
Meaning
something of little importance or value; a small amount
Example
Don't worry about such a trifle; it's not worth your time.
そんな些細なことを気にしないで; あなたの時間の価値がない。
C1 verb/noun /ˈkrɒn.ɪ.kəl/

chronicle

出来事を発生した順番で記録する
Meaning
To record events in the order in which they happened; a written record of historical events.
Example
She decided to chronicle her journey through a blog.
彼女はブログを通じて彼女の旅を記録することに決めました。
C1 noun /ˈfɒdər/

fodder

飼料
Meaning
food for livestock such as cattle, horses, or sheep; also something considered of little value but used to supply a demand
Example
The farmer stored enough fodder for the cattle to last through winter.
農家は家畜が冬を越せるように十分な飼料を貯めておいた。
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 /skwiːl/

squeal

叫ぶ
Meaning
to make a high-pitched cry; to inform on someone
Example
The children squealed with delight when they saw the surprise.
子供たちはサプライズを見て喜んで叫びました。
C1 noun /ˈwʊd.ən ˈsæn.dəl/

Wooden sandal

木製サンダル
Meaning
a type of footwear made of wood, typically worn as traditional shoes
Example
She wore wooden sandals to the traditional ceremony.
彼女は伝統的な儀式で木製サンダルを履いていた。
C1 noun /ˌdɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

domination

支配
Meaning
the exercise of control or influence over someone or something
Example
The empire sought domination over its neighbors.
帝国は隣国に対する支配を求めていた。
C1 noun /ˈtɜː.mɔɪl/

turmoil

混乱
Meaning
A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.
Example
The political turmoil led to mass protests.
政治的な混乱は大規模な抗議行動を引き起こした。
C1 noun, verb /pliːt/

pleat

プリーツ
Meaning
a fold in fabric made by doubling the material back upon itself
Example
She added a pleat to the skirt for extra volume.
彼女はスカートにボリュームを加えるためにプリーツを入れました。
C1 adjective /ˈwɔːrˌlaɪk/

warlike

戦闘的
Meaning
Having an aggressive or militant nature; inclined to fight or engage in war.
Example
The tribe was known for its warlike traditions.
その部族は戦闘的な伝統で知られていました。
C1 noun ˌskeɪ.ləˈbɪl.ə.ti

scalability

拡張性
Meaning
The capacity to be changed in size or scale; the ability of a system to handle a growing amount of work.
Example
The new software offers high scalability for large enterprises.
新しいソフトウェアは大企業向けに高い拡張性を提供します。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

incomparable

比類のない
Meaning
Without an equal in quality or excellence; matchless.
Example
The view from the mountain was incomparable.
山からの景色は比類のないものでした。
C1 noun ˌɪnˈsaɪtfʊlnɪs

insightfulness

洞察力、分析能力
Meaning
The capacity to gain an accurate and deep intuitive understanding of a person or thing.
Example
His insightfulness helped solve the complex problem.
彼の洞察力は複雑な問題を解決するのに役立ちました。
C1 noun /kənˈsep.ʃən/

Conception

構想; アイデア; 受精
Meaning
the forming of an idea or plan; the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm; the action of conceiving
Example
The conception of this innovative project took several months of brainstorming.
この革新的なプロジェクトの構想には数ヶ月のブレインストーミングが必要でした。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/

introvert

内向的
Meaning
A person who tends to be shy and prefers spending time alone rather than in groups.
Example
As an introvert, he preferred reading over attending parties.
内向的な性格として、パーティに参加するよりも読書の方が好きでした。
C1 noun /ˈɡreɪdiənt/

gradient

傾斜
Meaning
A gradual slope, or the degree of inclination of a surface.
Example
The cyclist struggled up the steep gradient of the hill.
サイクリストは急な傾斜の坂を上るのに苦労していた。
C1 noun/verb /ˈɡlɪmər/

glimmer

かすかな光
Meaning
A faint or wavering light; to shine with a faint light.
Example
A glimmer of hope shone in her eyes.
彼女の目に希望のかすかな光が輝いていた。
C1 verb /slɪŋk/

slink

忍び寄る
Meaning
to move quietly and secretly, often to avoid being noticed
Example
The cat slunk into the room without making a sound.
その猫は音を立てずに部屋に忍び込んだ。
C1 adjective /ˈtɪklɪʃ/

ticklish

Meaning
easily made to laugh by being touched lightly; easily upset or sensitive
Example
She is very ticklish and bursts into laughter when touched on her feet.
C1 adverb /ˈhʌŋ.ɡrə.li/

Hungrily

空腹で; 欲張って; 熱心に
Meaning
in a way that shows hunger; greedily; eagerly
Example
The dog ate hungrily after not eating for hours.
犬は数時間食べていなかった後、空腹で食べました。
C1 adjective /ˈlækˌlʌstər/

lackluster

輝きがない
Meaning
Lacking in vitality, force, or conviction; uninspired or uninspiring.
Example
The lackluster performance disappointed the audience.
輝きがないパフォーマンスは観客を失望させました。
C1 adjective /ˈneɪzl/

nasal

鼻音の
Meaning
Relating to the nose; a sound produced through the nose.
Example
He spoke with a nasal voice due to his cold.
風邪で彼は鼻声で話した。
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 noun ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl̩ ˈkɒmpɪtənsi

indispensable competency

不可欠な能力
Meaning
Essential skill or ability that cannot be done without; a crucial capability that is absolutely necessary.
Example
Digital literacy is an indispensable competency in the 21st century.
デジタルリテラシーは21世紀のインディスペンセブルなコンピテンスです。
C1 verb /rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt/

resuscitate

Meaning
to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death
Example
The doctors tried to resuscitate the patient after the heart attack.
C1 adjective /ˈdjuːtɪfəl/

Dutiful

義務感のある; 尊敬すべき; 従順な
Meaning
conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful
Example
She is a dutiful daughter who always helps her parents.
彼女はいつも両親を助ける義務感のある娘です。
C1 adjective /ˈrɔːkəs/

raucous

騒々しい, うるさい
Meaning
loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound or behavior
Example
The crowd became raucous after the team scored.
チームがゴールを決めると、群衆は騒がしくなった。
C1 noun əˌsɪm.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən

Assimilation

同化
Meaning
Connecting new information with existing knowledge
Example
Proper assimilation of knowledge leads to effective learning.
知識の適切な同化は効果的な学習につながります。
C1 noun /flʌks/

flux

フロー
Meaning
continuous change or movement; the rate of flow of something
Example
The company was in a state of constant flux during the reorganization.
会社は再編成の間、絶え間ない変化の中にありました。
C1 verb /flɔːnt/

flaunt

誇示する
Meaning
to show off something proudly, often to attract attention
Example
She likes to flaunt her new jewelry at parties.
彼女はパーティーで新しいジュエリーを誇示するのが好きです。
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 /ˈvæntɪdʒ/

vantage

有利な位置
Meaning
a position or situation that gives an advantage or a good view
Example
From this vantage, we could see the entire valley.
この位置から、私たちは谷全体を見ることができました。
C1 adjective ʌnˈtʃɑːtɪd

uncharted

未開拓
Meaning
Not mapped or surveyed; unknown or unexplored.
Example
The mission aimed to explore uncharted areas of the planet.
そのミッションは惑星の未開拓の地域を探査することを目的としていました。
C1 noun /ˈpɔːrsəlɪn/

porcelain

磁器
Meaning
A white, hard ceramic material often used for dishes and ornaments.
Example
The museum displayed ancient porcelain vases from China.
博物館は中国の古代のポーセリンの花瓶を展示しました。
C1 adjective /mjuːˈnɪsɪpəl/

municipal

市営の
Meaning
relating to a city or town or its local government
Example
The municipal authority is responsible for maintaining the park.
市営当局は公園の維持管理を担当しています。
C1 noun /ˈʃæpəroʊn/

chaperon

付き添い人
Meaning
An older person who accompanies and supervises young people in social situations.
Example
The teacher acted as a chaperon during the school dance.
先生は学校のダンスで付き添い人として行動しました。
C1 verb /ɪˈlɪsɪt/

elicit

引き出す
Meaning
To draw out a response, answer, or reaction from someone.
Example
The teacher’s question elicited thoughtful answers from the students.
先生の質問は生徒たちから思慮深い回答を引き出しました。
C1 adjective /ˈædəmənt/

Adamant

頑固な; 断固とした; 不屈の
Meaning
একগুঁয়ে; জেদী; দৃঢ়সংকল্প; অনমনীয়;
Example
She was adamant about her decision to leave the company.
彼女は会社を辞める決断に対して頑固だった。
C1 noun /ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/

Mongoose

マングース
Meaning
a small carnivorous mammal known for its ability to kill venomous snakes
Example
The mongoose quickly attacked the cobra to protect its young.
マングースは子供たちを守るためにコブラを素早く攻撃しました。
C1 noun /dɪˈkriː/

Decree

法令
Meaning
an official order issued by a legal authority; a judicial decision or edict
Example
The king issued a decree that all citizens must pay additional taxes.
王はすべての市民に追加の税金を支払うように命じる法令を出しました。
C1 noun kənˈsjuː.mə.rɪ.zəm

consumerism

消費主義
Meaning
The tendency to increase consumption of goods and the importance given to consuming products.
Example
Modern consumerism leads to increased demand for luxury goods.
現代の消費主義は高級品の需要の増加を引き起こします。