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B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

送信する
Meaning
to send or pass something from one place or person to another
Example
The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.
アンテナは長距離にわたって信号を送信することができます。
B2 noun ˈnætʃərəl ˈhæbɪtæt

Natural Habitat

自然の生息地
Meaning
The natural environment where organisms live and fulfill their life needs.
Example
Protecting the natural habitat is crucial for butterflies.
蝶々のために自然の生息地を守ることが重要です。
B2 noun /ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

notifications

通知
Meaning
A notice or announcement, especially an official one.
Example
Turn off notifications to stay focused.
通知をオフにして集中を保つ。
B2 noun /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Meaning
a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)
Example
The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.
B2 noun /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/

Vanity

虚栄心
Meaning
excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless
Example
Her vanity made her spend hours looking at herself in the mirror.
彼女の虚栄心は、鏡の前で何時間も自分を見つめさせた。
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/

manufacturing

製造業
Meaning
the process of making products on a large scale using machinery
Example
The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector.
その国は製造業に大規模に投資しています。
B2 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

増幅する
Meaning
to make sounds louder; to make something larger or more significant
Example
The microphone amplifies her voice.
マイクロフォンは彼女の声を増幅させます。
B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

過密
Meaning
Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.
Example
The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.
地下鉄システムはピーク時にひどい過密状態に苦しんでいます。
B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

壊滅的な出来事
Meaning
Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.
Example
Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.
サイクロンはバングラデシュで壊滅的な出来事です。
B2 noun /ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

vulnerability

脆弱性
Meaning
The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.
Example
Addressing vulnerability is crucial for stability.
脆弱性に取り組むことは、安定性にとって非常に重要です。
B2 verb /ˈɛskɔrt/

escort

付き添う
Meaning
to accompany someone; to guide or protect while going somewhere
Example
The guard escorted the visitor to the office.
ガードは訪問者をオフィスにエスコートしました。
B2 noun ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

兄弟姉妹
Meaning
Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.
Example
Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.
兄弟姉妹は通常、家系図で同じレベルに配置されます。
B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

仕立て屋
Meaning
a person whose job is making and altering clothes
Example
The tailor measured him for a new suit.
仕立て屋は彼に新しいスーツのサイズを測りました。
B2 noun /ɑːks/

Ox

雄牛
Meaning
a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields
Example
The farmer used an ox to plow the field.
農夫は畑を耕すために雄牛を使いました。
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

避ける
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
ボクサーは相手のパンチをかわすことに成功した。
B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

攻撃性
Meaning
hostile or violent behavior towards others
Example
His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.
彼の突然の攻撃性は会議で誰もが驚いた。
B2 adjective /θiˈætrɪkl/

theatrical

劇的
Meaning
Relating to the theater or exaggerated and dramatic in behavior or style.
Example
Her theatrical performance won the audience's applause.
彼女の劇的なパフォーマンスは観客の拍手を浴びた。
B2 noun /ˈθɪk.nəs/

thickness

厚さ
Meaning
The measure of how thick or dense something is
Example
The thickness of the book made it hard to carry.
その本の厚さのため、持ち運びが大変だった。
B2 noun /ˈkænjən/

canyon

峡谷
Meaning
A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
Example
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
コロラド川は何百万年もかけてグランドキャニオンを作り上げました。
B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

中毒
Meaning
Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.
Example
Many people are addicted to social media.
多くの人々がソーシャルメディアに中毒しています。
B2 noun /ˈwel.wɪʃ.ər/

Well-wisher

ウェルウィッシャー
Meaning
a person who desires happiness or success for another
Example
Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation.
多くのウェルウィッシャーが彼女の卒業を祝うために来ました。
B2 noun /ˈtɔːr.ment/

Torment

苦しみ; 苦痛
Meaning
severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish
Example
The prisoner endured years of torment in solitary confinement.
囚人は独房で何年もの苦しみに耐えました。
B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

バカ
Meaning
a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish
Example
He acted like an idiot at the party last night.
彼は昨晩のパーティーでイディオットのように振る舞った。
B2 noun /ˈbærəl/

barrel

大樽
Meaning
a large cylindrical container used to hold liquids
Example
The wine was stored in a wooden barrel.
ワインは木製の大樽に保管されていた。
B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

滑りやすい
Meaning
smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping
Example
The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.
清掃後、濡れた床はとても滑りやすかった。
B2 adjective /stəˈtɪstɪkəl/

statistical

統計的
Meaning
relating to the use or analysis of numerical data
Example
The report provides statistical data about population growth.
報告書は人口増加に関する統計データを提供しています。
B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

無礼さ
Meaning
lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior
Example
His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.
彼の客に対する無礼さは皆を驚かせた。
B2 noun /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Failing

失敗; 欠点; 弱点
Meaning
a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault
Example
His only failing is that he talks too much during meetings.
彼の唯一の失敗は、会議中に話しすぎることです。
B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

徹底的に; 完全に;
Meaning
completely; entirely; in a thorough manner
Example
She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
彼女はゲストが到着する前に家全体を徹底的に掃除しました。
B2 adjective /kruːd/

crude

原油
Meaning
in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined
Example
The crude oil is processed into fuel and chemicals.
原油は燃料や化学薬品に加工されます。
B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

浅い; 表面的; 知識の深さが欠けている
Meaning
not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge
Example
The shallow water is perfect for children to play.
浅い水は子供たちが遊ぶのに最適です。
B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

提出する
Meaning
to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield
Example
Please submit your assignment by Friday.
金曜日までに課題を提出してください。
B2 verb /dɪˈfaɪ/

defy

挑戦する
Meaning
to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something
Example
The protesters continued to defy the government's ban on public gatherings.
抗議者たちは政府の公共集会禁止令に対して引き続き挑戦しました。
B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərɛri/

literary

文学的
Meaning
concerning the writing, study, or content of literature
Example
She is a well-known figure in the literary world.
彼女は文学界でよく知られた人物です。
B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近
Meaning
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Example
The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.
学校が彼女の家の近くにあるため、それは便利でした。
B2 noun /ˈfɔːrmjələ/

formula

公式
Meaning
a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols
Example
The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine.
科学者は新しい薬の公式を発見しました。
B2 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

衝撃的な
Meaning
causing surprise or disbelief; startling
Example
The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.
事故のニュースは皆を衝撃的にしました。
B2 noun/verb /bʌk/

buck

Meaning
A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.
Example
The horse began to buck wildly as the rider tried to hold on.
B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

森林伐採
Meaning
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.
Example
Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.
森林伐採は生物多様性の喪失を加速させます。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈweər/

Unaware

無自覚; 知らない; 気づかない
Meaning
not knowing or realizing; having no knowledge of something
Example
She was completely unaware of the danger.
彼女はその危険に完全に気づいていなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

弱い; 病気; 青白い
Meaning
weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale
Example
The sickly child needed extra care and attention.
その弱い子供は、特別なケアと注意が必要だった。
B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

クレーン
Meaning
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
Example
The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.
優雅なクレーンは水辺に静止して立っていた。
B2 noun ˈʃɔːtkʌmɪŋz

shortcomings

欠点
Meaning
A fault or failure to meet a certain standard; deficiencies.
Example
Institutional shortcomings affect student behavior negatively.
制度的な欠点は学生の行動に悪影響を与える。
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/

climate adaptation

気候適応
Meaning
The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.
Example
Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change.
気候適応は変化に対する回復力を確保します。
B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

破壊する
Meaning
To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.
Example
Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.
個々の追求は社会的調和を破壊します。
B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

現れる
Meaning
to begin to exist or to happen
Example
Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.
計画を立てないと問題が現れることがあります。
B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

悲惨に
Meaning
in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly
Example
The team performed miserably in the championship.
チームはチャンピオンシップで悲惨にプレーしました。
B2 noun /ˈdɔː.weɪ/

doorway

ドアの入口
Meaning
the space where a door opens into a room or building
Example
She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive.
彼女はドアの入口に立って、彼が来るのを待っていました。
B2 noun /əbˈdʒek.ʃən/

Objection

異議; 反対; 抗議;
Meaning
an expression of disagreement or disapproval; a reason for disagreeing
Example
The lawyer raised an objection during the trial.
弁護士は裁判中に異議を唱えました。
B2 noun /strɔː/

straw

ストローまたは茎
Meaning
a thin tube for sucking up liquids; dried stalks of grain plants
Example
She drank the juice through a straw.
彼女はストローでジュースを飲んだ。
B2 verb /bleɪz/

blaze

燃え上がる炎
Meaning
to burn brightly or powerfully
Example
The fire blazed for hours before it was brought under control.
火は何時間も燃え続け、制御下に置かれるまで続いた。
B2 verb /stɪtʃ/

stitch

幸せ
Meaning
to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric
Example
She will stitch the torn dress carefully.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
B2 noun /bleɪd/

Blade

刃
Meaning
a sharp flat cutting edge of a knife, sword, or tool
Example
The blade of the knife needs to be sharpened.
ナイフの刃は研がなければならない。
B2 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

原始的; 基本的; 粗野; 未発達; 単純
Meaning
ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple
Example
The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.
部族は狩猟と農業のために未開の道具を使用し続けています。
B2 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

丈夫 / ぶ厚い
Meaning
Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer
Example
The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
その丈夫な男性は重い箱を簡単に持ち上げました。
B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈfɪʃ.əl/

superficial

表面的
Meaning
Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not thorough or deep.
Example
His understanding of the subject was rather superficial.
彼のそのテーマに対する理解はかなり表面的でした。
B2 noun /kæf/

Calf

子牛
Meaning
a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals
Example
The calf stayed close to its mother.
子牛は母親の近くにいました。
B2 noun /ˌdiː.haɪˈdreɪʃən/

dehydration

脱水症
Meaning
A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.
Example
Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion.
脱水は疲労と混乱を引き起こす可能性があります。
B2 noun /kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/

catholicism

カトリック教
Meaning
The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions.
カトリック教には長い歴史と豊かな伝統があります。
B2 adverb /ˈhev.ɪ.li/

Heavily

激しく; 強く
Meaning
with great weight; to a great degree; intensely
Example
It rained heavily throughout the night.
夜通し激しく雨が降った。
B2 noun ˈzɪpərz

zippers

ジッパー
Meaning
A device consisting of two flexible strips of metal or plastic with interlocking projections closed or opened by pulling a slide along them.
Example
Zippers are used to fasten the opening of the jacket.
ジッパーはジャケットの開口部を閉じるために使われます。
B2 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

変革的
Meaning
Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.
Example
The new education system is highly transformative.
新しい教育システムは非常に変革的です。
B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

洞察力
Meaning
The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.
Example
Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.
彼女の人間行動に対する洞察力は、彼女を成功した心理学者にした。
B2 noun /ˈhæz.ərd/

Hazard

危険; リスク
Meaning
a danger or risk; something that poses a threat to safety
Example
Smoking is a serious health hazard that can lead to lung cancer and heart disease.
喫煙は深刻な健康リスクであり、肺癌や心臓病を引き起こす可能性があります。
B2 noun /ˈwɜːk.fləʊ/

workflow

作業の流れ、プロセスの順序
Meaning
The sequence of processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion.
Example
A well-structured workflow enhances productivity.
よく構成されたワークフローは生産性を高めます。
B2 adverb /ˈbɪt.ə.li/

Bitterly

ひどく; 激しく
Meaning
in an angry, hurt, or resentful way; extremely; severely
Example
She complained bitterly about the unfair treatment.
彼女は不公平な扱いについてひどく不満を言った。
B2 verb /kəˈlæps/

collapse

崩壊する
Meaning
to fall down or inward suddenly; to break down completely
Example
The old building collapsed after the earthquake.
古い建物は地震後に崩壊しました。
B2 verb /ˈflʌrɪʃ/

flourish

Meaning
To grow or develop in a healthy or successful way.
Example
Her business began to flourish after she introduced online sales.
B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸性雨
Meaning
Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.
Example
Acid rain damages crops and buildings.
酸性雨は作物や建物にダメージを与えます。
B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利な; 有害な; 否定的な
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
厳しい天候条件がイベントを中止させました。
B2 adverb /ɪˈsɛnʃəli/

essentially

本質的に
Meaning
Used to emphasize the basic or fundamental nature of something.
Example
The two plans are essentially the same.
その2つの計画は本質的に同じです。
B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

不安感
Meaning
lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability
Example
Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.
彼女の不安感は彼女に自分の能力を疑わせた。
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

余白; 範囲
Meaning
The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed
Example
Please write your notes in the margin of the page.
ページの余白にメモを書いてください。
B2 noun /rɪˈstreɪnt/

Restraint

抑制; 自制
Meaning
the action of keeping someone or something under control; self-control
Example
She showed great restraint in not responding to the criticism.
彼女は批判に反応しなかったことに大きな自制心を見せた。
B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

不適切な; 不正確な; 不適当な
Meaning
inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable
Example
It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.
ビジネス会議で個人的な事柄を議論するのは不適切です。
B2 noun ˈhæbɪtæt lɒs

Habitat Loss

生息地喪失
Meaning
The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.
Example
Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to butterflies.
生息地の喪失は蝶々にとって最大の脅威の一つです。
B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

早すぎる
Meaning
Happening or done before the usual or proper time.
Example
His decision to quit the job was premature.
彼の仕事を辞める決断は早すぎた。
B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

目覚めさせる
Meaning
to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware
Example
The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.
大きな音が目覚めさせ、近所全体を起こした。
B2 adjective /ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/

plausible

もっともらしい、または可能性がある
Meaning
Seeming reasonable or probable; credible or believable.
Example
His excuse seemed plausible, but I had my doubts.
彼の言い訳はもっともらしく見えたが、私は疑念を抱いていた。
B2 verb /rɒt/

rot

腐る
Meaning
to decay or decompose; to become corrupt
Example
The fruit will rot if left in the sun.
果物は日光に当たると腐ります。
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.ɪŋ/

Knowing

知識; 洞察力; 賢い;
Meaning
showing awareness or understanding; perceptive; shrewd
Example
She gave him a knowing smile when he mentioned the secret.
彼は秘密に言及したとき、彼女は知っているような笑顔を見せた。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

特定の人物、グループ、またはエリアに制限された; 他の人と共有しない
Meaning
restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others
Example
The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.
ホテルはプライベートビーチへのエクスクルーシブなアクセスを提供します。
B2 noun /ˈpoʊ.di.əm/

Podium

ポディウム
Meaning
a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience
Example
The winner stood on the podium to receive the gold medal.
優勝者は金メダルを受け取るためにポディウムに立ちました。
B2 adjective /flɔːd/

flawed

欠陥のある
Meaning
having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality
Example
The flawed design of the car led to a recall.
車の欠陥のあるデザインがリコールを引き起こした。
B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

オペレーター
Meaning
a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something
Example
The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.
機械オペレーターは、すべてがスムーズに動作することを確認しました。
B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

被告
Meaning
a person who has been charged with a crime
Example
The accused pleaded not guilty in court.
被告人は法廷で無罪を主張しました。
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 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

アクセシビリティ
Meaning
Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.
Example
Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.
改善されたアクセシビリティは、障害を持つ人々を助けます。
B2 noun /ʌnˈrest/

Unrest

不安; 動乱; 社会的または政治的混乱
Meaning
a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder
Example
The economic crisis led to widespread social unrest.
経済危機は広範な社会的不安を引き起こしました。
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

prototype

プロトタイプ
Meaning
The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.
Example
The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production.
会社は大量生産の前に新しいスマートフォンのプロトタイプを作成しました。
B2 noun /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/

hydrogen

水素
Meaning
a colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe
Example
Hydrogen is used as a clean fuel in many energy systems.
水素は多くのエネルギーシステムでクリーンな燃料として使用されています。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

臆病者
Meaning
a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things
Example
He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.
彼はいじめっ子に立ち向かわなかったので、自分を臆病者だと言った。
B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

制定する
Meaning
to make into law; to perform or act out
Example
The government decided to enact a new policy on education.
政府は教育に関する新しい政策を制定することを決定しました。
B2 verb /fliː/

flee

逃げる
Meaning
To run away from danger or a threatening situation.
Example
The villagers had to flee during the flood.
村人たちは洪水の間に逃げなければなりませんでした。
B2 adjective /ʌnprəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Unproductive

非生産的; 効率が悪い
Meaning
not achieving much; not producing good results
Example
The meeting was unproductive and wasted everyone's time.
会議は非生産的で、全員の時間を無駄にしました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈriːdəbl/

unreadable

読めない
Meaning
not able to be read or understood clearly; illegible
Example
The doctor’s handwriting was completely unreadable.
医者の字は完全に読めなかった。
B2 verb /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

構成する
Meaning
To make up, form, or establish something.
Example
These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.
これらの文書は、両者間の法的契約を構成しています。
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

強化する
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
コミュニケーションは人々の間の絆を強化することができます。
B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənts

advancements

進展
Meaning
The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement.
Example
Scientific advancements enhance global innovation.
科学的進展はグローバルな革新を促進します。
B2 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

実現
Meaning
the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact
Example
Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.
彼女の問題の認識が問題解決に役立った。
B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

タッチダウン
Meaning
the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football
Example
The plane made a smooth touchdown.
飛行機は滑らかにタッチダウンしました。
B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

鏡
Meaning
a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images
Example
She looked at herself in the looking glass.
彼女は鏡の中で自分を見ました。
B2 noun, verb /ˈhɑːrbər/

harbor

Meaning
noun: a place on the coast where ships may find shelter; verb: to keep (a thought or feeling, often negative) in one's mind
Example
He continued to harbor resentment towards his former boss.
B2 adjective /ˈvɒl.ən.tər.i/

Voluntary

自発的
Meaning
done willingly without being forced; given or done freely
Example
She made a voluntary donation to the charity.
彼女は慈善団体に自発的に寄付をしました。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

気難しい; 非常に選択的; 好きなことや受け入れることに関して特に気を使う
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
彼は食べるレストランにとても気難しい。
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 noun /dʒiːn/

gene

遺伝子
Meaning
A unit of heredity in living organisms, transferred from parent to offspring, determining traits.
Example
Eye color is influenced by genes inherited from parents.
目の色は親から受け継いだ遺伝子によって影響を受けます。
B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

天文学者
Meaning
a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe
Example
The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.
天文学者は望遠鏡を使って新しい彗星を観察しました。
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 noun /ˌmɒd.ən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

modernization

近代化
Meaning
The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.
Example
Modernization of industries reduces pollution.
産業の近代化は汚染を減らします。
B2 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/

undertaking

事業
Meaning
A task, project, or responsibility that someone agrees to do.
Example
Starting a new company is a difficult undertaking.
新しい会社を立ち上げるのは難しい事業です。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɜːrði/

Unworthy

値しない; 価値がない
Meaning
not deserving respect or attention; lacking worth or merit
Example
He felt unworthy of such praise and recognition.
彼はそのような賞賛と認識を受けるには値しないと感じた。
B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

神聖な
Meaning
connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship
Example
The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.
Thousands of pilgrims visited that sacred temple.
B2 noun /steɪn/

Stain

シミ; 汚れ
Meaning
a colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove; a blemish or damage to reputation
Example
There was a coffee stain on his white shirt.
彼の白いシャツにはコーヒーのシミがありました。
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 /θret/

Threat

脅威
Meaning
a statement of intention to inflict harm; a person or thing likely to cause danger
Example
The storm poses a serious threat to coastal areas.
嵐は沿岸地域に深刻な脅威をもたらします。
B2 verb /dɪsˈkɑːrd/

discard

捨てる
Meaning
to throw away something that is no longer needed
Example
She decided to discard the old clothes.
彼女は古い服を捨てることに決めました。
B2 verb /ˈsmʌɡəl/

smuggle

Meaning
to move goods illegally into or out of a country
Example
The gang tried to smuggle gold across the border.
B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

再生, 繁殖
Meaning
The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.
Example
The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.
教科書には人間のリプロダクションの詳細な図が含まれていました。
B2 noun /ˈɑːnər/

honor

名誉
Meaning
high respect; great esteem
Example
He received an award in honor of his achievements.
彼は業績を讃えて名誉を受け取った。
B2 verb /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

indulge

楽しむ
Meaning
to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively
Example
He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.
彼はディナーの後でチョコレートケーキの一切れを楽しんだ。