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B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

理論家
Meaning
A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.
Example
The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.
政治的な理論家は、民主主義が社会構造に与える影響について説明しました。
B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

先祖
Meaning
A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.
Example
The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.
家族の木はすべての先祖の名前を示しています。
B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

未亡人の夫
Meaning
a man whose wife has died and who has not married again
Example
The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.
高齢の未亡人の夫は一人で住んでいましたが、子供たちから定期的に訪問を受けていました。
B2 noun /ˈprɑsɪˌkjuːtər/

prosecutor

検察官
Meaning
a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases
Example
The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime.
検察官は被告が犯罪を犯したと主張した。
B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

落ち着かせる
Meaning
to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress
Example
The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.
お母さんは優しい子守唄で泣いている赤ちゃんを静めました。
B2 noun /ˈbɒmər/

Bomber

爆撃機
Meaning
military aircraft designed to drop bombs on targets
Example
The bomber squadron flew over the city at dawn.
爆撃機部隊は夜明けに都市の上を飛んだ。
B2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd/

Mustard

マスタード
Meaning
A pungent seed or condiment made from ground mustard seeds
Example
She added mustard seeds to the curry for extra flavor.
カレーに風味を加えるためにマスタードの種を加えました。
B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

容赦ない競争
Meaning
Fierce and merciless rivalry or contest, without pity or compassion.
Example
Ruthless competition for power leads to societal issues.
権力のための容赦ない競争は社会問題を引き起こします。
B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

サイレン
Meaning
A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.
Example
The police car passed with its siren blaring.
警察車両はサイレンを鳴らしながら通り過ぎました。
B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻想
Meaning
a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief
Example
The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.
魔術師は壮観な幻想を作り、象が消えるように見えました。
B2 verb ˈfaɪ.nəl.aɪz

finalize

最終決定する
Meaning
To complete arrangements for something; put into final form.
Example
The treaty was finalized after the discussions.
協定は討論後に最終決定されました。
B2 noun /ˈwɪldərnəs/

Wilderness

荒野; 無人地帯; 砂漠
Meaning
an uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region; a wild or uncultivated state
Example
They got lost in the wilderness for three days.
彼らは三日間野生の中で迷子になりました。
B2 noun /dɛk/

deck

デッキ / プラットフォーム
Meaning
A flat surface or platform, often on a ship or building.
Example
We enjoyed the sunset from the upper deck of the ferry.
私たちはフェリーの上デッキから夕日を楽しみました。
B2 adjective /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

dynamic

ダイナミック
Meaning
Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.
Example
Life flows in a dynamic stream.
人生はダイナミックな流れの中で流れています。
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

クライマックス
Meaning
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process
Example
The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.
映画は最後の戦闘シーンでクライマックスに達しました。
B2 noun fəˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

fertility

肥沃
Meaning
The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.
Example
Fertility of the soil is crucial for farming.
土壌の肥沃度は農業にとって重要です。
B2 noun ˈhoʊmˌskuː.lɪŋ

homeschooling

ホームスクーリング
Meaning
The practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a school.
Example
Homeschooling allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.
ホームスクーリングは、親が子供のニーズに合わせて教育を提供することを可能にします。
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.ə.nəs/

Lioness

雌ライオン
Meaning
an adult female lion
Example
The fierce lioness protected her cubs from danger.
その猛獣の雌ライオンは子ライオンたちを危険から守った。
B2 noun ˈɛmpəθi

empathy

共感
Meaning
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
Example
Empathy helps students connect with society.
共感は学生が社会とつながるのを助けます。
B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

台風
Meaning
a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans
Example
The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.
台風は沿岸地域に甚大な洪水を引き起こしました。
B2 noun /ˈwɔːl.nʌt/

Walnut

クルミ
Meaning
an edible nut with a hard shell and a wrinkled appearance
Example
I love to eat walnuts with honey for breakfast.
私は朝食に蜂蜜と一緒にクルミを食べるのが好きです。
B2 verb ˈstɪmjəleɪt

stimulate

刺激する
Meaning
To encourage or promote the development or growth of something
Example
Proper sunlight stimulates plant growth.
適切な日光は植物の成長を刺激します。
B2 noun /sloʊp/

Slope

坂; 傾斜地
Meaning
an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level
Example
We walked up the steep slope of the mountain.
私たちは山の急な坂を登りました。
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθˌwaɪl/

worthwhile

価値がある
Meaning
worth the time, effort, or money spent; valuable
Example
Volunteering at the shelter was a worthwhile experience.
シェルターでボランティアをすることは価値のある経験でした。
B2 adjective /ʌnəˈfreɪd/

unafraid

恐れない
Meaning
Not feeling fear; brave or courageous
Example
She walked into the dark room, unafraid of what might be inside.
彼女は暗い部屋に入り、恐れないで何があるかを見た。
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrʃɪp/

Worship

礼拝
Meaning
the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity; religious devotion and practice
Example
They gather every Sunday for worship.
彼らは毎週日曜日に礼拝のために集まります。
B2 noun /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

formation

形成
Meaning
the action of forming or process of being formed
Example
The formation of the new company took several months.
新しい会社の形成には数ヶ月かかりました。
B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

隣接する
Meaning
পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;
Example
The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.
ホテルはショッピングモールの隣にあります。
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

ターメリックパウダー
Meaning
ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties
Example
Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.
カレーにターメリックパウダーを一つまみ加えて、色と風味を加えます。
B2 noun ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən

restoration

修復
Meaning
The process of returning something to its former condition.
Example
The restoration of the forest began after decades of neglect.
森林の修復は数十年の放置後に始まりました。
B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

多様な
Meaning
Showing a great deal of variety; very different.
Example
Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.
多様な産業が経済的な回復力を高める。
B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

個人的に; 内密に
Meaning
in a private manner; without others present; confidentially
Example
She spoke to him privately about the matter.
彼女はその問題について彼と個人的に話しました。
B2 noun /hɔrn/

Horn

角
Meaning
a hard pointed projection on the head of certain animals; a musical instrument
Example
The rhinoceros used its horn to defend itself.
サイは自分を守るために角を使った。
B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

ニキビ
Meaning
a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots
Example
Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.
定期の洗浄とバランスの取れた食事は、ニキビの減少に役立ちます。
B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

実行
Meaning
The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.
Example
Proper implementation of policies is crucial.
方針の適切な実行は重要です。
B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

主に
Meaning
mainly; for the most part
Example
The population in the city is predominantly young.
その都市の人口は主に若いです。
B2 noun /ˈsiː.krə.si/

Secrecy

秘密
Meaning
the practice of keeping something secret; the state of being kept hidden
Example
The project was conducted in complete secrecy.
そのプロジェクトは完全に秘密の中で行われました。
B2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.vəl/

Revival

復活
Meaning
an improvement in the condition or strength of something; renewed interest in or attention to something
Example
There has been a revival of interest in traditional crafts.
伝統的な工芸への関心が復活しました。
B2 noun /əˈsaɪləm/

asylum

亡命
Meaning
Protection or shelter, especially given to refugees or the mentally ill.
Example
The refugees sought asylum in the neighboring country.
難民は隣国で亡命を求めた。
B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

顧客維持
Meaning
The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.
Example
High customer retention increases business sustainability.
高い顧客維持率は、ビジネスの持続可能性を高めます。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈduː/

overdo

やりすぎる
Meaning
to do something too much; to exaggerate or carry to excess
Example
Don't overdo the exercise on your first day at the gym.
初日はジムで運動をやりすぎないでください。
B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

モリンガのさや
Meaning
long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries
Example
The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.
ドラムスティックは伝統的な魚カレーに独特な風味を加えます。
B2 adjective /ˌɑːp.təˈmɪs.tɪk/

optimistic

楽観的
Meaning
hopeful and confident about the future
Example
She is optimistic about the success of her new project.
彼女は新しいプロジェクトの成功に楽観的です。
B2 adjective /dɪˈskʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Discouraging

落胆させる
Meaning
making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
The coach's discouraging words affected the team's morale.
コーチの落胆させる言葉は、チームの士気に影響を与えました。
B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

信者
Meaning
a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle
Example
She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.
彼女は努力と正直さを強く信じている。
B2 noun /beɪs/

bass

低い男性の声 / ベースギター
Meaning
the lowest adult male singing voice; also, low-frequency sounds in music or a type of fish
Example
He played the bass guitar at the concert.
彼はコンサートでベースギターを弾いた。
B2 noun /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

freedom fighter

自由の戦士
Meaning
a person who takes part in an armed or political struggle to achieve freedom or independence for their people or country
Example
The freedom fighter dedicated his life to the liberation of his homeland.
その自由の戦士は祖国の解放のために人生を捧げた。
B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

驚いた
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
彼女は外の大きな音に驚いた。
B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

archives

アーカイブズ
Meaning
A place or collection where historical records and documents are stored.
Example
She visited the national archives to research her family history.
彼女は家族の歴史を調べるために国立アーカイブズを訪れました。
B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完全
Meaning
a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect
Example
She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.
彼女は人間であることの一部として自分の不完全さを受け入れた。
B2 noun ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স

digital detox

デジタルデトックス
Meaning
A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.
Example
A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.
デジタルデトックスは手の疲労を減らすのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

アイコン, 象徴
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
その歌手は文化的なアイコンとなった。
B2 verb /rɪˈzuːm/

resume

再開する
Meaning
to start again after a pause or interruption
Example
We will resume the meeting after lunch.
ランチの後に会議を再開します。
B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

構成する
Meaning
To consist of or be made up of something.
Example
The committee comprises five members.
委員会は五人のメンバーで構成されています。
B2 adjective/noun ˌdem.əˈɡræf.ɪk

demographic

人口統計学的
Meaning
Relating to the structure of populations; statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.
Example
The company analyzes demographic trends before launching a product.
会社は製品を発売する前に人口統計学的傾向を分析します。
B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

修正案
Meaning
Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.
Example
Amendments reflect evolving public needs.
修正案は進化する公共のニーズを反映しています。
B2 noun ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

connectivity

接続性
Meaning
The state of being connected or interconnected; the capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.
Example
Improved connectivity boosts economic development.
改善された接続性が経済発展を促進します。
B2 noun /sfɪər/

sphere

球体
Meaning
a round, three-dimensional shape that is perfectly symmetrical around its center; an area of activity or knowledge
Example
The Earth is almost a perfect sphere.
地球はほぼ完璧な球体です。
B2 verb /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

characterize

Meaning
to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something
Example
The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.
B2 verb /ɪnˈhæbɪt/

inhabit

住む
Meaning
to live in; to occupy as a dwelling
Example
Many animals inhabit the forest.
多くの動物が森に住んでいます。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

慎重な
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
彼女の返答は冷静で慎重であり、衝動的ではなかった。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈfɛərli/

unfairly

不公平に
Meaning
In a manner that is not just, reasonable, or impartial
Example
He was treated unfairly by the committee.
彼は委員会によって不公平に扱われた。
B2 noun /ˈnuː.kʌm.ər/

New-comer

新参者
Meaning
a person who has recently arrived in a place or joined a group
Example
The newcomer was warmly welcomed by the team.
その新参者はチームによって温かく迎えられました。
B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

批評
Meaning
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.
Example
The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.
教授は学生にお互いのエッセイを批評するように頼みました。
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

言葉を失う
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、言葉を失いました。
B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

不器用
Meaning
awkward in movement or lacking skill
Example
He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.
彼はとても不器用で、いつも物を落としてしまいます。
B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

育児
Meaning
The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.
Example
Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.
効果的な育児は、子供たちが自信と独立心を育むのを助けます。
B2 noun /ˈdʒʌŋk.ʃən/

Junction

ジャンクション
Meaning
a place where two or more roads or railway lines meet; a point where things join or connect
Example
Turn left at the junction to reach the shopping center.
ショッピングセンターに行くために、ジャンクションで左に曲がってください。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnˈnoʊ.tɪst/

Unnoticed

気づかれなかった; 無視された
Meaning
not seen or observed; ignored
Example
His hard work went unnoticed by his manager.
彼の努力はマネージャーに気づかれませんでした。
B2 noun /ˈɪmɪɡrənt/

immigrant

移民
Meaning
a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country
Example
The city has welcomed many new immigrants this year.
今年、市は多くの新しい移民を迎えました。
B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrmərli/

Formerly

以前は; 以前
Meaning
in the past; previously; at an earlier time
Example
The building was formerly a school but is now a community center.
その建物は以前は学校でしたが、今はコミュニティセンターです。
B2 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

起訴する
Meaning
to institute legal proceedings against someone
Example
The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.
弁護士は十分な証拠を集めた後、訴訟を起こすことを決めました。
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

日陰の; 疑わしい; 不誠実な;
Meaning
providing shade; dishonest; suspicious
Example
The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.
その日陰の商人は疑わしい取引をしました。
B2 adjective /ˈslɒp.i/

Sloppy

だらしない; 汚い; 注意を払わずに行われた
Meaning
careless; messy; done without care or attention to detail
Example
His sloppy handwriting was difficult to read.
彼の乱雑な手書きは読みにくかった。
B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

続編
Meaning
a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event
Example
The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.
映画の続編はオリジナルよりもさらに成功しました。
B2 adverb /ˌnɛvəðəˈlɛs/

nevertheless

Meaning
in spite of that; however
Example
He was tired; nevertheless, he kept working.
B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

インターフェイス
Meaning
a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact
Example
The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.
ユーザーインターフェイスは直感的で使いやすく設計されています。
B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

検閲
Meaning
to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this
Example
The government tried to censor the controversial film.
政府はその物議を醸す映画を検閲しようとしました。
B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

保守的な
Meaning
Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.
Example
He has conservative views on family and society.
彼は家族と社会について保守的な見解を持っている。
B2 adjective /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/

gigantic

巨大な
Meaning
Extremely large or huge in size, power, or extent.
Example
The company made a gigantic investment in technology.
その企業は技術に巨額の投資をしました。
B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

賢く; スタイリッシュに; 速く
Meaning
in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly
Example
He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.
彼はビジネスミーティングのためにスマートに服を着ていました。
B2 verb /tæn/

tan

Meaning
to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals
Example
She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.
B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

怠惰な; 非活動的な; 使われていない
Meaning
lazy; inactive; not working or being used
Example
The factory workers were idle during the strike.
工場の労働者はストライキ中に暇だった。
B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

コカイン (麻薬)
Meaning
a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves
Example
He was arrested for possessing cocaine.
彼はコカイン所持で逮捕されました。
B2 noun /ˈspesɪmən/

Specimen

標本; 試料; サンプル
Meaning
an individual example of something; a sample collected for scientific study or testing
Example
The scientist collected a blood specimen for analysis.
科学者は分析のために血液の標本を集めました。
B2 noun fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

phenomena

現象
Meaning
Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.
Example
Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems.
洪水のような現象は農業システムに影響を与える。
B2 noun ˈəʊnəʃɪp

ownership

所有権
Meaning
The act, state, or right of possessing something; legal title to something.
Example
Ownership of resources was crucial.
資源の所有権は重要でした。
B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

インチ / ゆっくり動く
Meaning
A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.
Example
She inched closer to the edge of the stage.
彼女はステージの端にゆっくり近づいた。
B2 verb /tʃænt/

chant

唱える
Meaning
to sing or recite in a rhythmic way
Example
The monks chant prayers in the temple.
僧侶たちは寺で祈りを唱える。
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

迅速な；急速な；素早い；
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
テクノロジーの急速な成長は私たちの日常生活を変えました。
B2 noun /ˈmærəθən/

marathon

マラソン
Meaning
a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)
Example
She completed the marathon in under four hours.
彼女は4時間以内にマラソンを完走しました。
B2 noun /ˈkʊriər/

courier

宅配便
Meaning
a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail
Example
The courier delivered the documents on time.
クーリエは時間通りに書類を配達しました。
B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

代表
Meaning
the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something
Example
Her representation of the team was impeccable.
彼女のチームの代表は完璧でした。
B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

包囲
Meaning
A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.
Example
The castle fell after a long siege.
城は長い包囲戦の後に落ちました。
B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

オークション
Meaning
a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder
Example
The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.
アンティーク家具は先週末のオークションで売られました。
B2 noun /rɪˈbel.jən/

Rebellion

反乱
Meaning
an act of armed resistance to an established government or leader
Example
The rebellion against the king lasted for three years.
王に対する反乱は3年間続いた。
B2 noun /ˈkɒləni/

colony

植民地
Meaning
a territory or community controlled by another country or group of people
Example
India was once a British colony.
インディアはかつてイギリスの植民地でした。
B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

遺伝的な
Meaning
Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.
Example
Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.
遺伝的特徴は身体的特徴に影響を与えます。
B2 noun, verb /slænt/

slant

偏った見解
Meaning
A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.
Example
The article had a political slant.
その記事には政治的な傾向がありました。
B2 verb /stʌn/

stun

驚かす, 気絶させる
Meaning
to shock or surprise someone greatly; to knock someone unconscious or dazed
Example
The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone.
彼女の突然の辞任のニュースは皆を驚かせた。
B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

貴族階級
Meaning
a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility
Example
The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.
貴族階級はしばしば政治的決定に影響を与えた。
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

対立
Meaning
a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition
Example
The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.
二人のリーダー間の対立は合意なく終わった。
B2 noun /ˈpleɪsmənt/

placement

配置または割り当て
Meaning
the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job
Example
The company arranged job placement for the graduates.
会社は卒業生のために就職先を手配しました。
B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

ニュースレター
Meaning
a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization
Example
The company sends a weekly newsletter to its employees.
その会社は毎週社員にニュースレターを送ります。
B2 adjective ˈteɪləd

tailored

オーダーメイド
Meaning
Made or adapted for a particular purpose or person.
Example
He wore a tailored suit that complemented his physique perfectly.
彼は自分の体型にぴったり合うオーダーメイドのスーツを着ていた。
B2 verb /dɪˈpɪkt/

depict

Meaning
to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form
Example
The painting depicts a beautiful sunset over the sea.
B2 noun /ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

telescope

望遠鏡
Meaning
An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.
Example
The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets.
天文学者は遠くの惑星を観察するために望遠鏡を使用しました。
B2 noun /ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

scholarship

奨学金
Meaning
an award or grant to support a student's education
Example
She received a scholarship to study abroad.
彼女は留学するための奨学金を受け取りました。
B2 verb /əˈfend/

offend

侮辱する
Meaning
to cause displeasure or resentment; to hurt someone's feelings
Example
His rude comments offended many people at the meeting.
彼の無礼なコメントは会議で多くの人々を怒らせました。
B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

有毒な; 有害なまたは不快な
Meaning
poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant
Example
The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.
工場は有害な化学物質を川に排出しました。
B2 adjective ˈnjuːtrəl

neutral

中立
Meaning
Having no electric charge; neither positive nor negative.
Example
Neutrons are electrically neutral.
中性子は電気的に中性です。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

deposit

預金, 手付金
Meaning
to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally
Example
She deposited $500 into her savings account.
彼女は貯金口座に500ドルを預けました。
B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

現代的な, 現代の
Meaning
belonging to the same time period; modern
Example
She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.
彼女は現代アートの展示を楽しんでいます。
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.ʃən.əl/

Optional

任意
Meaning
not compulsory; left to choice
Example
Wearing a tie is optional for this event.
このイベントではネクタイの着用は任意です。
B2 adjective, adverb /ˈneɪʃənˌwaɪd/

nationwide

全国規模
Meaning
existing or happening throughout an entire nation
Example
The campaign received nationwide support.
キャンペーンは全国的な支持を得ました。
B2 noun /flɛkˈsɪbɪləti/

flexibility

柔軟性
Meaning
The quality of bending easily without breaking; willingness to change or compromise.
Example
The flexibility of the working hours made it easier to balance work and personal life.
労働時間のフレキシビリティにより、仕事とプライベート生活のバランスが取りやすくなった。
B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半島
Meaning
a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland
Example
The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.
朝鮮半島は東アジアに位置しています。
B2 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

汚染された
Meaning
Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.
Example
Polluted air causes severe health problems.
汚染された空気は深刻な健康問題を引き起こします。
B2 verb /blɪŋk/

blink

まばたきする
Meaning
to close and open the eyes quickly.
Example
She blinked rapidly to clear the dust from her eyes.
彼女は目からほこりを取り除くために素早く瞬きをした。
B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Supernatural

超自然的な
Meaning
relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world
Example
The old house was said to have supernatural powers.
その古い家には超自然的な力があると言われていた。