B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

疲れ知らず

Meaning

Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.

Example

She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.

彼女は時間通りにプロジェクトを完了させるために疲れ知らずで働きました。

B2 noun /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

socialism

社会主義

Meaning

An economic system where the means of production are owned by the state or community.

Example

In socialism, resources are distributed equally among citizens.

社会主義では、資源が市民間で平等に分配されます。

C2 noun /juːˌtɪlɪˈtɛəriənɪzəm/

utilitarianism

功利主義

Meaning

The ethical theory that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of the majority.

Example

Utilitarianism suggests that we should act to maximize overall happiness.

功利主義は、私たちが全体的な幸福を最大化するために行動すべきだと示唆しています。

B1 verb প্রিভেন্টস

prevents

防ぐ

Meaning

To stop something from happening or arising.

Example

Bangladesh's warm climate prevents snowfall.

バングラデシュの温暖な気候は雪の降るのを防ぎます。

C1 noun /ˈtem.pər.ə.mənt/

Temperament

気質; 性格; 本性

Meaning

a person's natural disposition or mood; characteristic behavior patterns

Example

She has a calm temperament that helps her handle stress well.

彼女は穏やかな気質を持っており、ストレスをうまく処理するのに役立っています。

A2 noun /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

invitation

幸せ

Meaning

a written or spoken request to attend an event or to participate in something

Example

She sent me an invitation to her wedding.

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。

B1 noun /ˈspɛndɪŋ/

spending

Meaning

the act of paying money for goods or services

Example

Her spending on clothes was higher than expected.

C2 adjective /ˈæk.rɪd/

Acrid

辛くて不快な

Meaning

having a strong, unpleasant, and sharp smell or taste

Example

The acrid smoke from the fire made everyone cough.

火事の辛くて不快な煙がみんなを咳き込ませた。

C1 noun /ɡrəˈfiː.ti/

Graffiti

公共の場所にある壁やその他の表面に違法に書かれたり描かれたりした文字や絵

Meaning

writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place

Example

The subway walls were covered with colorful graffiti created by local street artists.

地下鉄の壁は地元のストリートアーティストによって作られたカラフルなグラフィティで覆われていた。

C2 verb /ˈvɪʃieɪt/

vitiate

損なう

Meaning

to spoil, weaken, or make something less effective

Example

One careless remark can vitiate the entire argument.

一つの不注意なコメントが議論全体を損なう可能性がある。

A2 noun /leŋθ/

Length

長さ

Meaning

the measurement or extent of something from end to end; the greater of two or the greatest of three dimensions

Example

The length of the table is two meters.

テーブルの長さは2メートルです。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈbʌmpər/

bumper

バンパー

Meaning

A protective bar at the front or back of a vehicle; also used to describe something unusually large or successful.

Example

The farmer celebrated a bumper harvest this year.

農家は今年、大収穫を祝いました。

B1 noun /kənˈsʌltənt/

consultant

コンサルタント

Meaning

A professional who provides expert advice in a particular area.

Example

The company hired a consultant to improve its marketing strategy.

会社はマーケティング戦略を改善するためにコンサルタントを雇いました。

B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

うつ病

Meaning

a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn

Example

The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.

セラピストは認知行動療法を通じて彼女がうつ病に対処する手助けをしました。

B2 noun prəʊb

probe

探査機

Meaning

An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.

Example

The probe collected data from the planet's surface.

そのプローブは惑星の表面からデータを収集しました。

C1 adjective pərˈnɪʃəs

pernicious

有害な, 致命的な

Meaning

Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

Example

The pernicious effects of smoking are well-documented.

喫煙の有害な影響は十分に記録されています。

C2 adjective /ˈhɜːrsuːt/

hirsute

Meaning

Having a lot of hair, especially in an unusual place.

Example

The hirsute man stood out in the crowd with his long beard.

A1 noun /ɡaɪ/

guy

男

Meaning

an informal term for a man; sometimes used to refer to a person in general

Example

That guy over there is my best friend.

あの男は私の親友です。

C1 noun dɛkˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

dexterity

器用さ

Meaning

Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands; mental skill or adroitness.

Example

His dexterity in playing the piano amazed the audience.

ピアノを弾く彼の器用さに観客は驚いた。

C2 adjective /baɪˈɛniəl/

biennial

隔年の

Meaning

happening every two years

Example

The biennial festival attracts thousands of visitors.

その隔年の祭りは何千人もの訪問者を引き付けます。

A2 noun /ˈbʌdi/

buddy

友達

Meaning

a close friend or companion, used informally

Example

He went to the movies with his best buddy.

彼は一番の友達と映画を見に行った。

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。

C1 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv

revolutionary initiative

革命的イニシアティブ

Meaning

A groundbreaking action or plan that brings about significant change or transformation.

Example

The revolutionary initiative promotes sustainable energy.

革命的なイニシアティブは持続可能なエネルギーを促進します。

B2 adjective /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət/

Ultimate

究極; 最後; 最高の

Meaning

being the best or most extreme example of its kind; final; last

Example

This is the ultimate test of your skills.

これがあなたのスキルの究極のテストです。

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

擁護

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

彼女の子どもの権利への擁護は、国際的な認知を得た。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

変わりやすい; 不安定な

Meaning

able to be changed; likely to change frequently

Example

The weather is very changeable in spring.

春は天気が非常に変わりやすいです。

B2 noun /ˈrɪŋkəl/

Wrinkle

しわ

Meaning

a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease

Example

She noticed a few wrinkles around her eyes.

彼女は目の周りにいくつかのしわを見ました。

B2 noun /rɪˈsiː.vər/

Receiver

受話器

Meaning

a person or thing that receives something; the part of a telephone containing the earpiece and mouthpiece

Example

She picked up the receiver to answer the phone call.

彼女は電話に出るために受話器を取った。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɪndʒərd/

uninjured

無傷

Meaning

Without injury; not physically harmed.

Example

All the passengers were rescued uninjured.

すべての乗客は無傷で救助されました。

B1 adjective /ˌɪmpəˈlaɪt/

impolite

無礼

Meaning

Not showing good manners; rude.

Example

It is impolite to interrupt someone while they are speaking.

誰かが話しているときに邪魔をするのは失礼です。

C2 verb /ɪnˈdaɪt/

indite

作詞する

Meaning

To write or compose (literary or formal works).

Example

The poet indited a heartfelt sonnet.

詩人は心のこもったソネットを作詞した。

C1 adjective /ˌeɪˈsɛkʃuəl/

asexual

無性愛

Meaning

Without sexual feelings, associations, or reproduction through sex.

Example

Many plants reproduce through asexual methods like budding or splitting.

多くの植物は芽生えや分裂のような無性愛的方法で繁殖します。

C1 noun /ɪnˈfɜːrnoʊ/

inferno

火災

Meaning

a large, intense fire that is dangerously out of control

Example

The building turned into an inferno within minutes.

その建物は数分で火災に変わった。

B1 adjective /fɒnd/

fond

好き

Meaning

having a strong liking or affection for something or someone

Example

She is fond of painting and spends hours in front of her canvas.

彼女は絵を好きで、キャンバスの前で何時間も過ごします。

C2 adjective /bɪˈhoʊldən/

beholden

恩義を感じている、または借りがある

Meaning

indebted or obliged to someone for a service or help

Example

He felt beholden to his mentor for all the guidance.

彼はすべての指導に対してメンターに恩義を感じていました。

C1 adjective ɪnˈsaɪ.sɪv

incisive

鋭い

Meaning

Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; showing clear thought and good understanding of what is important.

Example

His incisive comments revealed the core issues.

彼の鋭いコメントは核心的な問題を明らかにしました。

B2 noun ˈfeɪs tə ˈfeɪs ˈbætl

face-to-face battle

面と面の戦い

Meaning

A direct confrontation or fight between opposing forces.

Example

The warriors fought a face-to-face battle with the enemies.

戦士たちは敵と面と面で戦った。

C1 adjective /ˈnjuː.tri.ənt dɛns/

nutrient-dense

栄養価が高い

Meaning

Rich in nutrients and high nutritional value.

Example

Organic food is often more nutrient-dense than processed food.

オーガニック食品は、加工食品よりも栄養価が高いことがよくあります。

C1 verb, noun /træmp/

tramp

放浪者 / 重い足取りで歩く

Meaning

to walk heavily or noisily; a person who travels from place to place on foot, often homeless

Example

They tramped through the forest in heavy boots.

彼らは重いブーツを履いて森の中を歩きました。

A2 noun /pæn/

Pan

フライパン

Meaning

a wide, flat-bottomed cooking utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods

Example

Heat the oil in a large pan before adding the vegetables.

油を大きなフライパンで熱してから、野菜を加えます。

B1 noun /ˈsɛt ʌp/

set-up

構成

Meaning

The arrangement or organization of something; a planned structure or scheme

Example

The company presented a new set-up for the office layout.

会社はオフィスレイアウトのために新しいセットアップを発表した。

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。

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

同行する

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

彼女は友達にコンサートに一緒に行ってほしいと頼んだ。

C2 verb /kɔːk/

caulk

隙間を塞ぐ

Meaning

to seal a crack or gap with a waterproof filler

Example

He caulked the window frames to stop the draft.

彼は窓枠をコークして、冷たい風を防ぎました。

C1 noun /prɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/

Presumption

推定; 仮定;

Meaning

an idea that is taken to be true without proof

Example

There is a presumption of innocence in the legal system.

法的なシステムには無罪の推定があります。

C2 verb /ˈkæstɪˌɡeɪt/

castigate

厳しく非難する

Meaning

To criticize someone severely or to punish harshly.

Example

The teacher castigated the students for their poor behavior.

教師は生徒たちの悪い行動を叱責しました。

C2 verb /ɪˈvɪsəˌreɪt/

eviscerate

臓器を取り除く、破壊する

Meaning

to remove the internal organs of; to deprive of essential content

Example

The critics eviscerated the movie for its weak storyline.

批評家たちはその映画の弱いストーリーラインに対して破壊しました。

C1 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪnˈdʌldʒəns/

self-indulgence

自己 indulgence

Meaning

The act of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or desires excessively.

Example

His weekend of self-indulgence included eating sweets and watching movies nonstop.

彼の自己満足の週末は、甘いものを食べて映画を見続けることが含まれていました。

C2 noun /ˈpɜr.fɪ.di/

Perfidy

裏切り

Meaning

deliberate breach of faith or trust; treachery; betrayal of trust

Example

His perfidy shocked all who had trusted him.

彼の裏切りは、彼を信じていたすべての人々を驚かせた。

C1 noun /bəˈbuːn/

Baboon

バブーン

Meaning

a large African and Arabian primate with a dog-like snout and colorful buttocks

Example

The baboon troop gathered around the watering hole in the savanna.

バブーンの群れはサバンナの水場の周りに集まりました。

C1 noun/verb /snɛər/

snare

罠

Meaning

a trap for catching animals; to catch or trap

Example

The hunter set a snare to catch rabbits.

ハンターはウサギを捕まえるために罠を仕掛けました。

C1 noun ˈlɪniɪdʒ

Lineage

家系

Meaning

Direct descent from an ancestor; ancestry or pedigree.

Example

Tracing your lineage can reveal unknown ancestors.

自分の家系を追跡することで、未知の先祖が明らかになることがあります。

B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

トラウマ

Meaning

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock

Example

The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.

その事故は彼女に永続的な感情的トラウマを残した。

C1 adjective /ˈkælkjʊleɪtɪŋ/

calculating

計算高い

Meaning

acting in a scheming and ruthlessly determined way

Example

He had a cold and calculating approach to business.

彼はビジネスに冷徹で計算高いアプローチを持っていた。

C1 noun /ˈdæn.drʌf/

Dandruff

フケ

Meaning

small white or grey flakes of dead skin that form on the scalp and fall from the hair

Example

He used a special shampoo to treat his persistent dandruff problem.

彼は慢性的なフケの問題を治すために、特別なシャンプーを使った。

B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

病気

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

彼は軽い胃の病気のために医者に行った。

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。

C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈnɔɪ.tər/

reconnoiter

偵察する

Meaning

to make a preliminary inspection or survey, especially of an area for military or strategic purposes

Example

The soldiers reconnoitered the area before advancing.

兵士たちは進軍する前にその地域を偵察しました。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

レーズン

Meaning

dried grape

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

彼女はオートミールクッキーに甘さを加えるためにレーズンを加えました。

C1 noun ˈtær.ɪf

tariff

関税または輸出入税

Meaning

A tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports.

Example

The government imposed high tariffs on luxury goods.

政府は高級品に高い関税を課しました。

C1 noun ˈʌp.raɪ.zɪŋ

uprising

反乱

Meaning

An act of resistance or rebellion; a revolt against an authority or government.

Example

The uprising marked the beginning of the revolution.

反乱は革命の始まりを示しました。

C2 noun /ˌnɒn ˈsɛkwɪtər/

non sequitur

論理的に関連しない発言

Meaning

a statement or conclusion that does not logically follow from the previous statement

Example

His comment about the weather was a complete non sequitur during the budget discussion.

予算の議論中、彼の天気に関するコメントは完全に論理的に関連しない発言だった。

C1 adjective /ˈrʌs.tɪk/

Rustic

シンプルで洗練されていない; 農村地域に関連

Meaning

simple and unsophisticated; relating to rural areas

Example

The rustic cottage had wooden beams and a thatched roof.

そのラスティックな小屋は木製の梁と藁葺きの屋根を持っていた。

C2 noun /məˈræs/

morass

複雑な状況

Meaning

A complicated or confused situation; a swampy or boggy ground.

Example

The project got stuck in a bureaucratic morass.

そのプロジェクトは官僚主義の沼に嵌ってしまった。

C2 noun /ˈdoʊtɪdʒ/

dotage

老年

Meaning

The period of old age, especially when one is weak or senile.

Example

He spent his dotage reminiscing about his youth.

彼は晩年を若い頃を思い出して過ごしました。

C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərəl/

corporal

伍長

Meaning

relating to the body; a low-ranking officer in the military

Example

He suffered a corporal punishment for his mistake.

彼はミスのために体罰を受けました。

C1 adjective /ˈpoʊləraɪzd/

polarized

分極された

Meaning

divided into two sharply contrasting groups or opinions

Example

The debate polarized the community on the issue of climate change.

その議論は気候変動問題についてコミュニティを分裂させました。

C1 noun /ˈpɪl.fər.ɪdʒ/

Pilferage

窃盗

Meaning

the theft of small amounts or items, especially from one's workplace

Example

The company installed cameras to prevent pilferage.

会社は窃盗を防ぐために監視カメラを設置した。

B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

勇敢な; 恐れを知らない; 危険に立ち向かう勇気を示す

Meaning

brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger

Example

The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.

勇敢な消防士は燃えている建物から家族を救出した。

B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

政治的に

Meaning

in a way that relates to politics or government

Example

The country is politically divided between two major parties.

その国は二つの主要な政党の間で政治的に分裂しています。

C1 noun /kwɑːm/

qualm

疑念

Meaning

a feeling of doubt, worry, or fear about something

Example

She had no qualm about speaking her mind.

彼女は自分の考えを言うことに疑念を持っていなかった。

C1 noun /ˈbænɪstər/

banister

手すり

Meaning

a railing supported by posts at the side of a staircase or balcony

Example

She held the banister tightly while going down the stairs.

彼女は階段を降りる時、手すりをしっかりと握っていた。

C1 adjective /ˈstrætɪfaɪd/

stratified

Meaning

arranged or classified in layers or strata

Example

Society in the past was highly stratified based on class and wealth.

C2 adjective /əˈskjuː/

askew

傾いている

Meaning

Not in a straight or level position; crooked or tilted.

Example

The picture on the wall hung slightly askew.

壁の絵は少し傾いていた。

C2 verb /məˈkadəˌmaɪz/

macadamize

砕石で道路を覆う

Meaning

to construct or cover a road with broken stone

Example

The government decided to macadamize the old rural roads.

政府は古い田舎道を砕石で覆うことを決定した。

C2 noun /oʊˈtɜːr/

hauteur

傲慢

Meaning

disdainful pride; arrogance

Example

His hauteur made it difficult for others to approach him.

彼の傲慢は他の人々が近づくのを難しくさせた。

C1 noun /kəmˈpəʊ.ʒər/

composure

冷静と自己管理の状態

Meaning

The state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself.

Example

She maintained her composure during the interview.

彼女はインタビュー中に冷静さを保ちました。

B1 adjective /ˈdiː.teɪld/

detailed

詳細

Meaning

Having many details; very thorough.

Example

The report provided a detailed analysis of the situation.

報告書は状況の詳細な分析を提供しました。

B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

自動運転車

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

自動運転車は交通の未来を革新しています。

C2 adjective /ˈfiːkənd/

fecund

肥沃な, 生産的な

Meaning

producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile

Example

The fecund soil produced a bountiful harvest this year.

肥沃な土壌は今年豊かな収穫をもたらしました。

B1 verb /dɪˈleɪ/

delay

遅延

Meaning

to make something happen later than planned

Example

The flight was delayed due to bad weather.

悪天候のため、飛行機が遅れました。

C2 adjective /əˈfɔːrsed/

Aforesaid

前述の

Meaning

mentioned before; previously stated

Example

The aforesaid conditions must be met before approval.

前述の条件は承認前に満たす必要があります。

A2 noun /biː/

Bee

蜂

Meaning

a flying insect that produces honey and can sting

Example

The bee collected nectar from the flower.

蜂は花から蜜を集めました。

C2 verb /ˈhɛktər/

hector

脅して話す

Meaning

To talk to someone in a bullying or intimidating way.

Example

The manager hectored the staff into working overtime.

マネージャーはスタッフに残業をさせるために脅しました。

B2 verb /swer/

swear

誓う

Meaning

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

Example

I swear to tell the truth.

私は真実を話すと誓います。

C1 adjective /əˈrɛstɪŋ/

arresting

魅力的な

Meaning

Attracting attention in a striking or impressive way.

Example

The actress gave an arresting performance.

女優は魅力的な演技をしました。

B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

正確さ; 精度

Meaning

the quality of being correct or precise; exactness

Example

The accuracy of the measurements is very important.

測定の正確さは非常に重要です。

C2 verb /əˈɡlɒməˌreɪt/

agglomerate

凝集する

Meaning

To collect or form into a mass or group.

Example

The dust particles began to agglomerate into larger clusters.

埃の粒子がより大きな塊に集まり始めました。

C2 adjective /ˈbɪliəs/

bilious

胆汁の

Meaning

Relating to bile or an ill-tempered, irritable disposition.

Example

He became bilious after hearing the unfair criticism.

不公平な批判を聞いた後、彼は怒りっぽくなった。

A2 noun ˈɡrænˌpɛrənts

Grandparents

祖父母

Meaning

The parents of one's father or mother.

Example

Grandparents are an important part of the family tree.

祖父母は家族の大切な一部です。

C1 adjective /ˈlaʊzi/

lousy

ひどい

Meaning

of very poor quality; bad or unpleasant

Example

He felt lousy after catching the flu.

インフルエンザにかかった後、彼はひどく感じた。

B1 adjective /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

significant

重要な

Meaning

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

Example

Social media has a significant impact on relationships.

ソーシャルメディアは人間関係に重要な影響を与えています。

C1 noun /ˈdel.ɪ.kə.si/

Delicacy

繊細さ; 高級な料理;

Meaning

fineness of texture or structure; a choice or expensive food; sensitivity in handling

Example

The chef prepared a local delicacy that was famous throughout the region.

シェフは地域全体で有名な地元のデリカシーを準備しました。

C2 adjective /ˈfɪnɪki/

finicky

気難しい; 詳細に非常にこだわる

Meaning

difficult to please; very particular about details

Example

He is so finicky about his food that he only eats organic vegetables.

彼は自分の食べ物に対してとても細かいので、有機野菜だけを食べます。

B2 noun /ˌdek.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Declaration

宣言; 発表; 告知

Meaning

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Example

The president's declaration of independence marked a historic moment for the nation.

大統領の独立宣言は、国にとって歴史的な瞬間を意味していました。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənl/

unconventional

型破りの

Meaning

not based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed

Example

Her unconventional approach to teaching inspired her students to think creatively.

彼女の型破りの教育アプローチは、生徒たちに創造的に考えるよう促しました。

A1 noun /ˈsæləd/

salad

サラダ

Meaning

a dish consisting of various ingredients, typically including vegetables, which are usually mixed with a dressing

Example

She made a fresh salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

彼女はレタス、トマト、きゅうりを使って新鮮なサラダを作りました。

C2 adjective /ˌpəʊstˈprændɪəl/

postprandial

食後

Meaning

Occurring after a meal.

Example

He went for a postprandial walk after dinner.

彼は夕食後にポストプランディアルウォークに出かけた。

C2 adjective /ˈrɛɡnənt/

regnant

統治している

Meaning

Reigning; currently holding power, authority, or dominance.

Example

The regnant queen introduced several reforms during her reign.

統治している女王は、彼女の統治期間中にいくつかの改革を導入しました。

C2 adjective /ˈflaɪti/

flighty

不安定

Meaning

unstable, impulsive, or easily distracted; lacking seriousness or stability

Example

She’s too flighty to stick with one job for long.

彼女は一つの仕事に長く留まるには不安定すぎる。

C1 noun /ɛnˈdɔːr.fɪnz/

endorphins

エンドルフィン

Meaning

Chemical compounds produced by the brain that reduce pain and create feelings of happiness.

Example

Exercise releases endorphins, reducing stress and pain.

運動はエンドルフィンを放出し、ストレスと痛みを軽減します。

B2 noun /ˈvæmpaɪər/

vampire

幸福

Meaning

a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others

Example

In folklore, a vampire rises at night to drink human blood.

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。

C2 noun /ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

esprit de corps

チームスピリット

Meaning

A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.

Example

The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort.

チームのスピリットは、彼らの協力的な努力に明らかに現れていた。

B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

修道女

Meaning

a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent

Example

The nun taught at the local Catholic school.

その修道女は地元のカトリック学校で教えていました。

C1 verb /θræʃ/

thrash

殴る

Meaning

to beat someone or something violently; to move wildly or violently

Example

The angry man threatened to thrash his opponent.

怒った男は対戦相手を殴ると脅した。

C2 noun /ˈbɛnɪsən/

benison

祝福

Meaning

A blessing or benefit.

Example

The rain was a benison for the drought-stricken farmers.

その雨は干ばつに苦しむ農民たちにとって祝福でした。

B2 noun /ˈbɛriəl/

burial

埋葬

Meaning

the act of placing a dead body into the ground.

Example

The burial ceremony took place in the afternoon.

埋葬の儀式は午後に行われた。

C2 noun /ɪnˈkwɪzɪtər/

inquisitor

尋問者

Meaning

A person who asks many questions, often in an official or harsh manner.

Example

The inquisitor demanded detailed answers from the witness.

尋問者は証人から詳細な回答を要求しました。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪl.ki waɪt/

Milky white

ミルクのような白

Meaning

a pure white color resembling milk

Example

The clouds looked milky white against the blue sky.

青い空を背景に雲がミルキーウェイトに見えた。

B1 noun /ˈdez.ət/

Desert

砂漠

Meaning

a barren area of landscape with little precipitation; an arid region with sparse vegetation

Example

The Sahara Desert is one of the largest hot deserts in the world.

サハラ砂漠は世界で最も大きな熱砂漠の一つです。

C2 noun /ˈlɪθəˌɡræf/

lithograph

リトグラフ (石版印刷)

Meaning

a print made by lithography, often artistic

Example

The museum displayed a rare lithograph from the 19th century.

博物館では19世紀の珍しいリトグラフが展示されていました。

B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

赤字; 欠乏

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

Example

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

政府は支出の増加により、何百万もの予算の赤字に直面しました。

C2 verb /ˈɑːblɪˌɡeɪt/

obligate

強制する

Meaning

to bind legally or morally; to compel someone to do something

Example

The contract obligates the company to provide timely service.

契約は会社にタイムリーなサービスを提供することを義務付けます。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɜː.prə.tər/

Interpreter

通訳者; 翻訳者;

Meaning

a person who translates orally from one language into another; someone who explains meaning

Example

The international conference hired professional interpreters to translate speeches in real time.

国際会議は、スピーチをリアルタイムで翻訳するためにプロの通訳者を雇いました。

A2 noun /klʌb/

club

クラブ

Meaning

an organization of people with a common interest; also a place for social gatherings or entertainment

Example

He joined the local tennis club to meet new people.

彼は新しい人々に会うために地元のテニスクラブに参加しました。

B1 noun /pəˈlɪtɪʃən/

politician

政治家

Meaning

a person who is involved in politics, especially as a profession

Example

The politician promised to improve the economy.

政治家は経済改善を約束しました。

B2 noun /diːp siː/

deep sea

深海

Meaning

The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.

Example

Many deep-sea creatures produce bioluminescence for survival.

多くの深海生物は生存のために生物発光を生成します。

C2 verb /ˈlɪk.wɪ.faɪ/

liquefy

液化する

Meaning

to make or become liquid

Example

The heat will liquefy the butter in a few minutes.

熱は数分でバターを液体に変えるでしょう。

C1 noun /əˈtaɪər/

attire

衣装

Meaning

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

Example

She wore traditional attire at the wedding ceremony.

彼女は結婚式で伝統的な衣装を着ていた。

B2 adjective ˈɛvɪdənt

evident

明白な

Meaning

Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

Example

The result was evident.

結果は明らかだった。

C2 noun /briːtʃ/

breech

Meaning

The back part of a gun barrel; a position of a baby in the womb where the buttocks or feet come out first at birth.

Example

The rifle was loaded through the breech.