C1 verb /səˈkʌm/

succumb

Meaning

To give in to pressure, temptation, or illness; to yield or fail to resist.

Example

He finally succumbed to his illness after a long struggle.

C2 verb /ˈfʌdəl/

fuddle

混乱させる

Meaning

To confuse or stupefy, especially with alcohol or overwhelming information.

Example

The complicated instructions fuddled the new employees.

複雑な指示が新しい従業員を混乱させました。

C2 noun /ˈkærəm/

Carom

キャラウェイ

Meaning

aromatic seeds of a plant used as a spice, especially in Indian cooking

Example

Carom seeds are often used in traditional Indian bread recipes.

キャラウェイの種は、伝統的なインディアンのパンのレシピでよく使われます。

C1 adjective, noun /ˈpæstərəl/

pastoral

田園の、牧羊者に関連する

Meaning

relating to the countryside, shepherds, or rural life; also relating to spiritual guidance by a pastor

Example

The painting had a calm pastoral scene with sheep grazing.

その絵画には羊が草を食べている静かな田園風景が描かれていた。

C1 noun /ˈhæm.lət/

Hamlet

小さな村

Meaning

a small rural settlement, smaller than a village; a small community

Example

The tiny hamlet nestled in the valley had only a dozen houses and one small church.

谷間にある小さな村には、家が12軒と小さな教会が1つだけあった。

B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

高原、平坦な土地、変化の少ない時期

Meaning

an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change

Example

After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.

数ヶ月の成長の後、売上はプラトーに達した。

B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

借家人

Meaning

a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else

Example

The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.

家主は新しい借家人と会って、賃貸契約に署名しました。

C2 noun /ˈækəlaɪt/

acolyte

Meaning

a follower or assistant, especially in a religious service or as a devoted supporter of a leader

Example

The senator arrived with a small group of acolytes who handled the press.

B2 noun ˈrɛstɪŋ pleɪs

resting place

安息地

Meaning

A place where someone or something rests, especially a burial site.

Example

The resting place of the martyrs is near the river.

殉教者の安息地は川の近くにあります。

C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

アルカリ性物質

Meaning

a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

Example

Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.

石鹸にはアルカリ性物質が含まれており、油を取り除くのに役立ちます。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈbɪbjələs/

bibulous

酒好き

Meaning

Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.

Example

His bibulous habits worried his family.

彼の酒好きな習慣は家族を心配させた。

B2 adjective /ˈbleɪzɪŋ/

Blazing

燃えるような; 激しい

Meaning

burning fiercely; extremely hot; very bright

Example

The blazing sun made the day extremely hot.

燃えるような太陽はその日を非常に暑くした。

C1 noun /ˌpriːməˈnɪʃən/ or /ˌprɛm-/

premonition

予感

Meaning

a strong feeling that something is about to happen, often something negative

Example

She had a premonition of danger before the trip.

旅行前に危険の予感があった。

C2 adjective /ˌlɪlɪˈpjuːʃən/

lilliputian

非常に小さい

Meaning

Extremely small or tiny; trivial or petty.

Example

The model village was filled with lilliputian houses.

モデル村は非常に小さな家で満たされていました。

C2 noun /ˌhaɪdrəˈstætɪks/

hydrostatics

静水力学

Meaning

The branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids at rest.

Example

Hydrostatics is essential in understanding how dams and reservoirs function.

静水力学はダムや貯水池の機能を理解するために不可欠です。

B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

古典的または伝統的な

Meaning

relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature

Example

She loves listening to classical music while studying.

彼女は勉強中にクラシック音楽を聴くのが好きです。

C2 adjective /ˌaɪsəʊˈθɜːrməl/

isothermal

等温

Meaning

Having or maintaining equal or constant temperature.

Example

The experiment was conducted under isothermal conditions.

実験は等温条件で行われました。

C1 noun /ˈdek.ə.dəns/

decadence

堕落

Meaning

Moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

Example

The novel describes the decadence of the wealthy elite.

その小説は裕福なエリートの堕落を描いています。

B1 adverb /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/

permanently

永続的に

Meaning

in a way that lasts or remains unchanged for a long time or forever

Example

She moved to the city permanently after finishing her studies.

彼女は学業を終えた後、永続的にその街に引っ越しました。

B1 adjective ɪˈməʊʃənl

emotional

感情的

Meaning

Having feelings that are easily excited and openly displayed.

Example

Visiting the burial site made him emotional.

埋葬地を訪れることで彼は感情的になった。

B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

侵食

Meaning

The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.

Example

Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.

権力争いはしばしば人間性の侵食を引き起こします。

C1 adjective /rɪˈtæl.i.ə.tɔːr.i/

retaliatory

報復的

Meaning

Taking action in response to another's action, characterized as punitive, revengeful, or counteractive.

Example

The country imposed retaliatory tariffs in response to trade sanctions.

その国は貿易制裁に対して報復的な関税を課しました。

B2 noun /ˈspɒt.laɪt/

spotlight

Meaning

a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention

Example

The singer stood proudly in the spotlight.

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。

B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

資格がある

Meaning

Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.

Example

Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.

資格のある候補者のみが任命のために考慮されます。

C1 adjective /ˈfɔːrsəbl/

forcible

強制的

Meaning

Done by force; using physical strength or power.

Example

The police made a forcible entry into the house.

警察は強制的に家に入った。

C1 noun /kənˈtʃɛrtoʊ/

concerto

音楽作品

Meaning

a musical composition for one or more solo instruments accompanied by an orchestra

Example

She played a Mozart concerto with the orchestra.

彼女はオーケストラと共にモーツァルトのコンチェルトを演奏しました。

C2 adjective /ˌprɒfɪˈlæktɪk/

prophylactic

予防的

Meaning

intended to prevent disease or an unwanted outcome; protective

Example

The doctor prescribed a prophylactic treatment to prevent infection.

医師は感染を防ぐために予防的な治療を処方しました。

B2 verb /ɪˈmɪt/

emit

放出する

Meaning

to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas

Example

The factory emits smoke into the atmosphere.

工場は大気中に煙を排出します。

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːrmətɪv/

normative

規範的

Meaning

relating to rules, standards, or norms that govern behavior or beliefs

Example

The study focused on the normative aspects of cultural behavior.

その研究は文化的な行動の規範的側面に焦点を当てました。

B1 adjective /ˈɡɔːr.dʒəs/

Gorgeous

非常に美しい; 魅力的; 視覚的に印象的

Meaning

extremely beautiful; attractive; visually stunning

Example

The bride looked absolutely gorgeous.

花嫁は絶対に美しく見えました。

B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

スムーズに; 問題なく

Meaning

without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way

Example

The car runs smoothly on the new highway.

車は新しい高速道路でスムーズに走る。

A1 noun /ˈθɜːrzdeɪ/

thursday

木曜日

Meaning

The fifth day of the week, following Wednesday and preceding Friday.

Example

We have a meeting scheduled for Thursday.

木曜日に会議が予定されています。

A2 noun /ˈɪʃ.uːz/

issues

問題

Meaning

Important topics or problems for debate or discussion.

Example

Health issues from pollution are increasing.

汚染による健康問題が増加しています。

C2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈbjuːz/

disabuse

誤解を解く

Meaning

To free someone from a false belief or misconception.

Example

The teacher tried to disabuse the students of their misunderstanding.

先生は生徒たちの誤解を解こうとしました。

B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

獲得, 取得

Meaning

An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.

Example

The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.

会社の獲得戦略は成長を促進しました。

C1 adjective /ˈdʒoʊ.vi.əl/

jovial

陽気な

Meaning

cheerful and friendly in manner

Example

He was in a jovial mood during the family gathering.

彼は家族の集まりで陽気な気分だった。

A1 adverb /ˈjuː.ʒu.ə.li/

Usually

通常; 一般的に

Meaning

in most cases; generally; as a rule

Example

I usually wake up at 7 AM every morning.

私は通常、毎朝7時に起きます。

C1 noun /sɪlk klɔːθ/

Silk cloth

シルクの布

Meaning

fabric made from natural fibers produced by silkworms

Example

The bride wore a beautiful dress made of silk cloth.

花嫁はシルクの布で作られた美しいドレスを着ていました。

B1 noun /ˈfjuː.əl/

Fuel

燃料

Meaning

a material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power

Example

The rising cost of fuel has affected transportation and heating expenses worldwide.

燃料の価格上昇は、世界中の輸送と暖房費に影響を与えました。

C1 noun məˈnɒp.əl.i

monopoly

独占

Meaning

The exclusive possession or control of the supply of or trade in a commodity or service.

Example

The company has a monopoly on electric car production.

その会社は電気自動車の生産で独占しています。

A1 noun/verb /bæŋk/

bank

銀行

Meaning

an institution where money is kept and managed; or to tilt in movement (like an airplane or riverbank)

Example

She deposited the money in the bank.

彼女は銀行にお金を預けました。

A1 noun /ˈkwes.tʃən/

Question

質問; 疑問文;

Meaning

a sentence asking for information or a response; an interrogative expression

Example

The teacher asked a difficult question during the exam.

先生は試験中に難しい質問をしました。

B1 adjective /əˈmjuː.zɪŋ/

Amusing

面白い; おかしい; 楽しい

Meaning

causing laughter or providing entertainment; funny; enjoyable

Example

The children found the clown's performance very amusing.

子供たちはピエロのパフォーマンスがとても面白いと感じました。

C2 noun /ˌɪn.strəˈmɛn.təl.ɪst/

instrumentalist

楽器奏者

Meaning

A person who plays a musical instrument.

Example

The instrumentalist played a beautiful solo on the violin.

楽器奏者はバイオリンで美しいソロを演奏しました。

B2 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

類推

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

先生はエッセイの構造を説明するために木の類推を使いました。

C1 verb /ɪmˈpɑːrt/

impart

伝える

Meaning

to make information known; to bestow or communicate

Example

The teacher imparted valuable knowledge to her students.

教師は生徒に貴重な知識を授けました。

B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

織物

Meaning

a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers

Example

Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.

バングラデシュはその高品質なテキスタイル産業で有名です。

C2 verb /bɪˈwɪtʃ/

bewitch

魅了する

Meaning

to enchant or fascinate someone as if by magic

Example

The dancer's performance bewitched the audience.

ダンサーのパフォーマンスは観客を魅了した。

C2 adjective /aɪˈtɪnərənt/

itinerant

旅する

Meaning

Traveling from place to place, especially for work or duty.

Example

The itinerant teacher moved from village to village to educate children.

その旅する教師は村から村へと移動して子供たちに教育をしていました。

B1 noun /fɔːlt/

Fault

過失; 欠陥; 失敗

Meaning

an unattractive or unsatisfactory feature; responsibility for an accident or misfortune

Example

The accident was caused by a fault in the car's braking system.

その事故は車のブレーキシステムの故障が原因で発生しました。

C2 verb /ˈhɛnˌpɛk/

henpeck

Meaning

To continually criticize, nag, or dominate (especially a husband).

Example

He felt henpecked by his overly controlling wife.

C1 adjective /məˈləʊ.di.əs/

Melodious

メロディアス

Meaning

having a pleasant musical sound; tuneful

Example

Her melodious voice captivated the entire audience.

彼女のメロディアスな声は、観客全員を魅了しました。

B2 adverb /ˈlaɪk.waɪz/

Likewise

同様に; 同じように; 似たように

Meaning

in the same way; also; similarly

Example

She studied hard for the exam, and her brother did likewise.

彼女は試験のために一生懸命勉強し、彼女の兄も同様にしました。

B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/

Provision

備蓄

Meaning

supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation

Example

The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.

政府は洪水時の緊急供給のために備蓄を行いました。

C1 noun /peɪˈiː/

payee

受取人

Meaning

A person to whom money is paid or is to be paid.

Example

The payee must sign the check before cashing it.

受取人は小切手を現金化する前に署名する必要があります。

C1 verb /səˈplænt/

supplant

取って代わる

Meaning

To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.

Example

Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers.

デジタルプラットフォームは伝統的な新聞を取って代わった。

C1 noun /ˈmɔːr.ɡɪʤ/

Mortgage

住宅ローン

Meaning

a legal agreement by which a bank lends money to buy property

Example

They took out a mortgage to buy their first house.

彼らは最初の家を買うために住宅ローンを組みました。

C1 noun /pəˈrɛnθəsɪs/

parenthesis

括弧

Meaning

A pair of curved marks ( ) used to enclose words or numbers; also an interruption or digression in speech or writing.

Example

The explanation was given in a parenthesis within the text.

説明はテキスト内の括弧に含まれていました。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊzd/

imposed

課す

Meaning

forced something to be accepted or put in place

Example

The government imposed new regulations on the industry.

政府は産業に新しい規制を課した。

B2 adjective /ˈles.ər/

Lesser

少ない

Meaning

smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior

Example

He chose the lesser of two evils when making his decision.

彼は二つの悪の中で少ない方を選びました。

C2 verb /ɪnˈɡreɪʃiˌeɪt/

ingratiate

Meaning

To gain favor or approval by deliberate effort, often in a flattering way.

Example

She tried to ingratiate herself with her boss by complimenting him often.

B1 noun aɪˈdɛntɪti

identity

アイデンティティ

Meaning

The fact of being who or what a person or thing is; the characteristics determining who or what a person or thing is.

Example

The day reinforces our national identity.

その日は私たちの国民的アイデンティティを強化します。

C2 noun /ˌkɒnfəˈriː/

conferee

会議参加者

Meaning

a person who takes part in a conference

Example

Each conferee received a badge at the registration desk.

各会議参加者は登録デスクでバッジを受け取りました。

B1 adjective /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/

associated

speculate

推測する / 投資する

Meaning

To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.

Example

Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.

専門家は会社が新しい市場に進出する可能性があると予測しています。

C1 noun /ˈʌp.ʃɒt/

Upshot

結果; 結論

Meaning

the final result or outcome of a series of events; conclusion

Example

The upshot of the meeting was a decision to postpone the project.

会議の結果はプロジェクトの延期を決定することでした。

C1 noun /ˈvɪdʒ.ɪ.ləns/

vigilance

警戒

Meaning

The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Example

Constant vigilance is required in cybersecurity.

サイバーセキュリティでは、継続的な警戒が必要です。

C2 noun /bɪər/

bier

死体置き台

Meaning

a frame or stand on which a coffin or body is placed before burial or cremation

Example

The coffin was placed on the bier during the funeral service.

棺は葬儀の際、死体置き台に置かれました。

B2 noun /ˈdɛltə/

delta

デルタ

Meaning

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

Example

The Nile Delta is one of the most fertile regions in Egypt.

ナイル川デルタはエジプトで最も肥沃な地域の1つです。

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

彫刻; 彫刻によって作られた芸術作品

Meaning

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

Example

The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.

博物館には古代ギリシャの彫刻が展示されています。

A2 verb /ˈɑːrɡjuː/

argue

議論する

Meaning

to have a disagreement; to present reasons for or against

Example

They often argue about politics.

彼らはよく政治について議論します。

C1 verb /kəˈrəʊd/

corrode

腐食

Meaning

to gradually destroy or wear away metal or other materials through chemical action

Example

The iron pipes corroded over time due to exposure to water.

鉄のパイプは水にさらされて時間が経つにつれて腐食しました。

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。

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。

C1 adjective /ˈmɜːki/

murky

濁った

Meaning

Dark, gloomy, and difficult to see through; obscure.

Example

We avoided swimming in the murky river.

私たちは濁った川で泳ぐのを避けました。

A2 noun /ˈdʒuːəlri/

jewelry

宝石

Meaning

personal ornaments such as necklaces, rings, or bracelets that are typically made from precious metals and stones

Example

She wore gold jewelry at the wedding.

彼女は結婚式で金の宝石を身につけていました。

B1 noun /ˌbækˈjɑːrd/

backyard

幸せ

Meaning

an area of land behind a house, typically used for recreation or gardening

Example

The children played football in the backyard.

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。

A1 interjection /ʌ/

uh

ああ

Meaning

a sound people make when they hesitate or are unsure what to say next.

Example

Uh, I’m not sure if that’s the right answer.

ああ、それが正しい答えかどうかはわからない。

C1 verb /əbˈsteɪn/

abstain

自制する

Meaning

To restrain oneself from indulging in or partaking of something.

Example

People often abstain from digital devices to enhance focus.

人々は集中力を高めるためにデジタル機器を使うのを自制することがよくあります。

C1 noun /læns/

Lance

槍

Meaning

a long weapon with a sharp metal point, used by soldiers on horseback

Example

The knight charged forward with his lance ready.

騎士は準備が整った槍を持って前進した。

A1 determiner/pronoun /iːtʃ/

each

各自

Meaning

every one of two or more people or things considered separately

Example

Each student received a certificate.

各学生は証明書を受け取りました。

C2 noun /ˈfɪli/

filly

若い雌馬

Meaning

a young female horse

Example

The filly ran swiftly across the meadow.

その若い牝馬は草原を速く走った。

A1 preposition /baɪ/

by

によって

Meaning

indicating the agent performing an action, or the means of achieving something

Example

The book was written by a famous author.

その本は有名な作家によって書かれました。

A1 preposition /æt/

at

で

Meaning

used to indicate a specific time, place, or direction

Example

She arrived at the airport on time.

彼女は時間通りに空港に到着しました。

B2 noun /ˈmɒtəʊ/

motto

モットー

Meaning

A short sentence or phrase that expresses a guiding belief or principle.

Example

Her motto in life is 'never give up.'

彼女の人生のモットーは「決して諦めないこと」です。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈtændʒəbl/

intangible

無形の

Meaning

Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence.

Example

Trust is an intangible quality in relationships.

信頼は関係において無形の特質です。

A2 verb /bɛr/

bear

耐える

Meaning

to carry; to endure; to give birth to; to support

Example

She cannot bear the pain anymore.

彼女はもうこの痛みを耐えられません。

C2 noun /ˌlaɪ.pəˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

lipogenesis

脂肪合成

Meaning

The metabolic process of fat synthesis where excess carbohydrates are converted into fatty acids and stored as triglycerides.

Example

Excess carbohydrate intake promotes lipogenesis and fat storage.

過剰な炭水化物の摂取は脂肪合成と脂肪の蓄積を促進します。

C1 verb /ˈflʌtər/

flutter

羽ばたく / 震える

Meaning

to move or flap quickly and lightly; to beat or wave with small rapid motions

Example

The butterfly began to flutter its wings in the sunlight.

蝶が日光の中で羽ばたき始めた。

C1 verb /ˈklæmbər/

clamber

力を入れて登る

Meaning

to climb with effort or difficulty, often using both hands and feet

Example

The children clambered over the rocks to reach the cave.

子供たちは洞窟に到達するために岩を登った。

B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkaʊt/

workout

運動

Meaning

a session of physical exercise or training to improve fitness or health

Example

She does a full-body workout every morning before work.

彼女は毎朝仕事の前に全身の運動をします。

C1 adjective /rɪˈvoʊltɪŋ/

revolting

むかつく

Meaning

extremely unpleasant or disgusting

Example

The smell of the garbage was revolting.

ごみのにおいはむかつくほどだった。

C2 verb /fɪˈlɒs.ə.faɪz/

philosophize

哲学する

Meaning

to think or talk about the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

He likes to philosophize about life and its meaning.

彼は人生とその意味について哲学するのが好きです。

C1 noun /ˌdiː.kɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

decomposition

分解

Meaning

the process of decaying or breaking down into simpler parts

Example

The decomposition of leaves enriches the soil.

葉の分解は土壌を豊かにします。

C2 noun /ˌhɜːrpəˈtɒlədʒɪst/

herpetologist

爬虫類学者

Meaning

A scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians.

Example

The herpetologist discovered a new species of frog in the rainforest.

その爬虫類学者は熱帯雨林で新しいカエルの種を発見した。

C1 noun /sɪˈnɪləti/

senility

老衰

Meaning

The state of being old and showing the weaknesses of age, especially mental decline.

Example

His forgetfulness was attributed to senility.

彼の忘れっぽさは老衰によるものとされました。

B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvənsi/

relevancy

sheathe

鞘に戻す

Meaning

to put a sword or knife back into its cover

Example

He quickly sheathed his sword after the duel.

彼は決闘の後、素早く剣を鞘に戻した。

C2 noun /pərˈdɪʃən/

perdition

幸福

Meaning

A state of eternal spiritual ruin, often referring to hell or damnation.

Example

The preacher warned that greed would lead to perdition.

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なかった。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摂取

Meaning

the process of taking something in, especially food or drink

Example

He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.

彼は健康的な食事を維持するために毎日のカロリー摂取量を監視しました。

B1 /ˈpæt.ən/

Pattern

模様 / パターン

Meaning

A repeated decorative design or a regular way in which something happens or is done.

Example

The dress had a beautiful floral pattern.

そのドレスには美しい花柄のパターンがありました。

C2 noun /ˈtraɪdənt/

trident

トライデント

Meaning

A three-pronged spear, often associated with Neptune or Poseidon.

Example

The statue of Poseidon holds a mighty trident.

ポセイドンの像は力強いトライデントを持っています。

A1 noun /snoʊ/

Snow

幸せ

Meaning

white frozen water that falls from clouds as soft flakes

Example

The children played happily in the fresh snow.

子供たちは新鮮な雪の中で楽しそうに遊んでいました。

C1 noun /ˈprɒvənəns/

provenance

出所

Meaning

The origin or source of something.

Example

The museum verified the provenance of the ancient manuscript.

博物館は古代の写本の出所を確認しました。

C2 adjective /ˌʌn.rɪˈdʒɛn.ər.ət/

unregenerate

頑固

Meaning

Not reformed or showing no signs of change; stubbornly refusing to reform or repent.

Example

He remained an unregenerate opponent of progress.

彼は進歩の頑固な反対者であり続けた。

C2 noun /ˌlɪk.wəˈfeɪ.ʃənt/

liquefacient

液体化剤

Meaning

a substance that causes something to become liquid

Example

The chemist explained how the liquefacient worked in the experiment.

化学者は、実験で液体化剤がどのように機能するかを説明しました。

B1 noun /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

Unemployment

失業

Meaning

the state of being unemployed; lack of paid work

Example

The unemployment rate has increased significantly this year.

今年の失業率は大幅に増加しました。

B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

急な, 高すぎる

Meaning

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

Example

The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.

ハイカーたちは急な山道を登った。

C1 verb /ˈlɔːndər/

launder

洗濯する / 不法に得たお金の出所を隠す

Meaning

to wash clothes, linens, etc.; or to conceal the origins of money obtained illegally

Example

She laundered all the dirty clothes on Sunday.

彼女は日曜日にすべての汚れた衣服を洗いました。

B1 noun /ˈkʊkər/

cooker

調理器; 炊飯器

Meaning

a device or appliance used for cooking food; a person or thing that cooks

Example

The rice cooker makes cooking meals much easier.

炊飯器は料理をとても簡単にします。

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法論

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

その研究は新しいメソドロジーを使って行われました。

C2 noun /ɡɜːrθ/

girth

胴回り

Meaning

the measurement around the middle of something, especially a person's waist or a tree trunk

Example

The tree's girth measured nearly five feet.

木の胴回りはほぼ5フィートでした。

B2 verb /swel/

swell

腫れる

Meaning

to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size

Example

Her ankle began to swell after the injury.

彼女の足首は怪我の後、腫れ始めました。

C2 adjective /əˈstrɪndʒənt/

astringent

厳しい

Meaning

sharp or severe in manner or style; also describes a substance that contracts skin or body tissues

Example

Her astringent tone silenced the noisy class.

彼女の厳しい口調は、騒々しいクラスを静めた。

A2 noun /lɪp/

Lip

唇

Meaning

either of the two soft parts that form the edge of the mouth

Example

She applied lipstick to her lips before the party.

パーティーの前に唇に口紅を塗った。

C1 verb /trænˈskraɪb/

transcribe

Meaning

to make a written copy of spoken words or notes

Example

The secretary transcribed the meeting minutes.

C2 verb /dɪsˈɡɔːrdʒ/

disgorge

嘔吐, 排出

Meaning

to discharge or pour out; to vomit; to give up reluctantly

Example

The broken pipe disgorged water all over the floor.

壊れたパイプが床全体に水を吐き出しました。

C2 adjective /sɪˈkweɪʃəs/

sequacious

盲目的に従う

Meaning

Lacking independence of thought; blindly following.

Example

The sequacious students never questioned their teacher's opinions.

シクウェイシャスな学生は、教師の意見に疑問を呈することはありませんでした。

A2 noun ˈliːdər

leader

リーダー

Meaning

A person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country.

Example

The leader inspired people.

リーダーは人々を鼓舞しました。