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B1 noun /ˈjuːnɪvɜːrs/

Universe

宇宙
Meaning
all existing matter and space; the cosmos
Example
Scientists study the universe to understand its mysteries.
科学者たちは宇宙の謎を解明するために研究しています。
A2 noun /ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/

understanding

理解
Meaning
the ability to grasp the meaning, significance, or nature of something
Example
Her understanding of the issue was impressive.
彼女の問題に対する理解は印象的でした。
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。
C2 adverb /ʌnˈɜːrɪŋli/

unerringly

間違いなく
Meaning
Without making any mistakes; always accurate
Example
The archer aimed unerringly at the target.
弓矢は間違いなくターゲットに向かって狙いを定めた。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈwel/

Unwell

体調不良; 病気
Meaning
not in good health; feeling sick or ill
Example
She has been feeling unwell since yesterday.
彼女は昨日から体調が悪い。
C1 adjective ʌnˈjiːl.dɪŋ

unyielding

揺るぎないまたは堅い
Meaning
Not easily broken or giving in to pressure.
Example
Her unyielding determination helped her overcome all challenges.
彼女の揺るぎない決意が彼女をすべての挑戦を乗り越えさせました。
B2 adjective /ˈʌpˌraɪt/

Upright

正直で道徳的に正しい; 垂直または立っている位置
Meaning
honest and morally correct; vertical or erect in position
Example
She is known for being an upright and honest businesswoman.
彼女は正直で正しいビジネスウーマンとして知られています。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒmən/

uncommon

珍しい
Meaning
rare, unusual, or remarkable
Example
It is uncommon to see snow in this region.
この地域で雪を見るのは珍しい。
B2 verb /ʌnˈkʌvə(r)/

uncover

明らかにする
Meaning
to reveal something that was hidden or secret
Example
The investigation uncovered new evidence.
調査で新しい証拠が明らかになった。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Unwilling

嫌がる; したくない;
Meaning
not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do
Example
He was unwilling to share his secret with anyone.
彼は誰にも自分の秘密を共有することを望まなかった。
C2 adjective /juːˈʒʊəriəs/

usurious

高利貸しの
Meaning
Charging excessively high interest rates on loans.
Example
The bank was accused of offering loans at usurious rates.
銀行は高利貸しの金利で融資を提供したとして告発されました。
C1 verb /ʌpˈruːt/

uproot

引き抜く
Meaning
To pull something out of the ground; to remove or displace completely.
Example
They uprooted the old tree from the garden.
彼らは庭から古い木を引き抜いた。
B2 verb /ʌnˈveɪl/

unveil

発表する
Meaning
to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner
Example
The company will unveil a new product next week.
会社は来週新製品を発表します。
C2 noun /ˈʌm.brə/

Umbra

完全な影、太陽黒点の暗い中心
Meaning
the fully shaded inner region of a shadow cast by an opaque object; the dark center of a sunspot
Example
During the eclipse, we stood in the moon's umbra.
日食の際、私たちは月のアンブラの中に立っていました。
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。
C2 verb /ˈʌndərˌraɪt/

underwrite

Meaning
To guarantee financial support, especially by agreeing to cover losses or risks; in insurance, to assess and accept risks.
Example
The bank agreed to underwrite the company's new bond issue.
C2 noun /ˈjuːʒəri/

usury

高利貸し
Meaning
The practice of lending money at unreasonably high interest rates.
Example
The law strictly prohibits usury.
法律は高利貸しを厳しく禁止しています。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈnesəseri/

Unnecessary

不必要な; 無駄な
Meaning
not needed; not required; pointless
Example
The meeting was unnecessary since all decisions were already made.
その会議は必要ありませんでした、すべての決定はすでに下されていました。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈfɛtərd/

unfettered

自由な
Meaning
not restricted or confined; free
Example
The artist enjoyed unfettered freedom of expression.
アーティストは制限のない表現の自由を楽しんだ。
A2 preposition /əˈpɒn/

upon

の上で
Meaning
on or immediately after
Example
Upon hearing the news, he rushed to the hospital.
ニュースを聞いた後、彼は病院に急いだ。
B1 preposition, adverb, adjective /ˌʌndərˈniːθ/

underneath

下に、下側に
Meaning
Located directly below or beneath something
Example
The keys were hidden underneath the pile of papers.
鍵は紙の山の下に隠されていました。
B1 adjective /ʌnˈkʊkt/

uncooked

生の
Meaning
Not cooked; in a raw state.
Example
Eating uncooked meat can be dangerous.
生肉を食べるのは危険です。
B1 verb /juˈnaɪt/

unite

団結する
Meaning
to join together or combine; to bring people or things together
Example
The crisis helped unite the community.
危機はコミュニティを団結させる手助けをした。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːkwəl/

Unequal

不平等; 不正;
Meaning
not the same in quantity, size, or value; not fair or just
Example
The distribution of wealth is unequal in many countries.
多くの国々では、富の分配は不平等です。
B2 verb /ʌnˈtaɪ/

untie

解く
Meaning
to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied
Example
She untied the rope to free the boat.
彼女は船を自由にするためにロープを解いた。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈsɪvəlaɪzd/

Uncivilized

未開の; 野蛮な;
Meaning
not developed in terms of civilization; lacking social organization and culture; barbarous
Example
The explorers encountered an uncivilized tribe deep in the Amazon rainforest.
探検家たちはアマゾンの雨林の奥深くで未開の部族に出会った。
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 /juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

Unanimous

全会一致
Meaning
fully in agreement; shared by all
Example
The committee reached a unanimous decision.
委員会は全会一致の決定を下しました。
B1 adjective /juːˈniːk/

Unique

ユニーク; 独特; 珍しい
Meaning
being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else
Example
Every snowflake is unique in its pattern.
すべての雪片はそのパターンでユニークです。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪəbəl/

unemployable

雇用不適格
Meaning
Not able to be employed; lacking the skills or qualities necessary for employment
Example
Due to his criminal record, he was considered unemployable in most companies.
彼の犯罪歴のため、ほとんどの会社で雇用不適格と見なされた。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈfɔːltərɪŋ/

unfaltering

不屈不挠
Meaning
Steady and resolute; not weakening or hesitating
Example
She continued with unfaltering determination.
彼女は不屈不挠の決意で続けた。
C2 adjective /ˌʌnpriːpəˈzɛsɪŋ/

unprepossessing

魅力的でない
Meaning
not attractive or appealing in appearance
Example
Despite his unprepossessing looks, he was very kind and intelligent.
彼は魅力的でない外見にもかかわらず、非常に親切で賢かった。
A2 noun /ˈʌndərwɛr/

Under wear

下着
Meaning
clothing worn under other clothes, next to the skin
Example
She bought new underwear from the department store.
彼女はデパートで新しい下着を買いました。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈtenʃənəl/

Unintentional

意図しない; 偶発的
Meaning
not done on purpose; accidental
Example
The damage to the car was unintentional.
車の損傷は意図しないものでした。
C1 adverb /ʌnˈnætʃrəli/

unnaturally

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

uncork

コルクを抜く
Meaning
To remove the cork from a bottle; to open a bottle, especially of wine
Example
He uncorked the wine and poured a glass for everyone.
彼はワインのコルクを抜き、皆にグラスを注いだ。
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。
A1 verb /ˌʌndərˈstænd/

understand

理解する
Meaning
to know the meaning of something; to comprehend
Example
Do you understand the instructions?
指示が理解できますか?
B1 adjective /ˈɜːrdʒənt/

Urgent

緊急
Meaning
requiring immediate action or attention; pressing
Example
The patient needs urgent medical attention.
患者は緊急の医療支援が必要です。
C1 noun /ˈʌp.tɜːn/

upturn

改善
Meaning
An improvement or upward trend in a situation, especially in business or economy.
Example
The company experienced an upturn in sales last quarter.
その会社は先月、売上の改善を経験しました。
C2 verb /ʌpˈhiːv/

upheave

持ち上げる
Meaning
to lift or raise something forcefully; to cause to rise suddenly
Example
The workers had to upheave the heavy stone to clear the path.
作業員たちは道を清掃するために重い石を持ち上げなければならなかった。
A2 noun /ˌʌpˈsteəz/

Upstairs

上の階
Meaning
on or to an upper floor of a building; the upper floor or floors
Example
She went upstairs to her bedroom to rest.
彼女は休憩するために自分の寝室に上がった。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnkɒnstɪˈtuːʃənəl/

Unconstitutional

違憲の
Meaning
not in accordance with a political constitution; violating constitutional principles
Example
The court declared the new law unconstitutional.
裁判所は新しい法律が違憲であると宣言しました。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈsəʊʃəl/

unsocial

非社交的な
Meaning
not enjoying the company of others; avoiding social interaction; contrary to social norms
Example
He prefers unsocial hours so he can work alone without interruptions.
彼は一人で働くために非社交的な時間を好む。
C1 noun /ʌnɪmˈpɔːrtəns/

unimportance

重要でなさ
Meaning
the state or quality of being insignificant or not important
Example
He dismissed the issue with a sense of unimportance.
彼はその問題を重要でないものとして無視した。
C2 adjective /ˌʌltrəˈmʌndeɪn/

ultramundane

超越的
Meaning
Relating to things beyond the physical world; supernatural or transcendental.
Example
Philosophers often discuss ultramundane realities beyond human perception.
哲学者たちはしばしば人間の知覚を超えたウルトラムンデインな現実について議論します。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪv(ə)rəbəl/

unfavorable

不利な
Meaning
not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition
Example
The proposal received an unfavorable response from the committee.
その提案は委員会から不利な反応を受けました。
B2 adjective /ʌnprəˈfɛʃ.ən.əl/

Unprofessional

不专业
Meaning
not conforming to the standards expected in a particular profession
Example
His unprofessional behavior led to his dismissal from the company.
彼の不専門的な行動は、会社からの解雇を引き起こしました。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈsʌlid/

unsullied

汚れのない
Meaning
not spoiled or made impure; perfectly clean or pure
Example
His reputation remained unsullied despite the accusations.
彼の評判は告発にもかかわらず汚れのないままでした。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈfaɪnd/

unrefined

未精製の
Meaning
not processed or purified; lacking polish or sophistication
Example
The unrefined oil must be processed before it can be used as fuel.
未精製の石油は燃料として使う前に処理する必要がある。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnfɔːrˈsiːn/

unforeseen

Meaning
Not anticipated or predicted; unexpected.
Example
The project faced unforeseen challenges that delayed its completion.
A1 adjective /juːzd/

used

中古
Meaning
having already been used
Example
This is a used car.
これは中古車です。
B2 noun ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən

urbanization

都市化
Meaning
The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.
Example
Urbanization leads to more developed infrastructure.
都市化はより発展したインフラストラクチャーをもたらす。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈɡɑː.dɪd/

Unguarded

無防備な
Meaning
not protected or defended; careless about revealing private thoughts or information
Example
In an unguarded moment, she revealed her true feelings about the project.
油断した瞬間、彼女はそのプロジェクトについての本当の気持ちを明かした。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɛlpfəl/

unhelpful

役に立たない
Meaning
not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier
Example
His unhelpful attitude slowed down the entire project.
彼の役に立たない態度はプロジェクト全体を遅らせた。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈkɒnʃəsli/

unconsciously

無意識に
Meaning
without being aware of one's actions or surroundings
Example
She unconsciously tapped her foot to the rhythm of the music.
彼女は無意識に音楽のリズムに合わせて足をトントンしていた。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːzi/

Uneasy

不安な; 心配な; 落ち着かない
Meaning
worried; anxious; uncomfortable; restless
Example
She felt uneasy about walking alone at night.
彼女は夜一人で歩くことに不安を感じていた。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈweɪ.vər.ɪŋ/

unwavering

揺るぎない
Meaning
Steady or resolute; not wavering.
Example
He showed unwavering dedication to his goal.
彼は目標に対する揺るぎない献身を示しました。
B1 adverb /ˌʌpsaɪd ˈdaʊn/

Upside-down

逆さま
Meaning
with the upper part at the bottom; in or into a reversed position
Example
The picture was hanging upside-down on the wall.
絵は壁に逆さまに掛かっていた。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈzaɪərəbl/

Undesirable

望ましくない; 有害な; 不快な
Meaning
not wanted or wished for; harmful or unpleasant
Example
The new policy had several undesirable consequences.
新しい政策は幾つか望ましくない結果を招いた。
B1 adverb /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/

Unfortunately

残念ながら
Meaning
used to express regret or disappointment about something
Example
Unfortunately, the weather was bad for our picnic.
残念ながら、私たちのピクニックには天気が悪かった。
B2 verb /ʌpˈhoʊld/

uphold

維持する
Meaning
to maintain or support a principle, law, or decision
Example
The judge promised to uphold justice at all costs.
裁判官は、どんな犠牲を払っても正義を守ると約束しました。
C2 verb /ʌnˈjoʊk/

unyoke

束縛から解放する
Meaning
To release from a yoke or to free from restraint or obligation.
Example
The farmer unyoked the oxen after a long day of work.
農夫は長い労働の後に牛の首輪を外した。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈspɛərɪŋ/

unsparing

容赦ない
Meaning
Showing no mercy or generosity; harsh or severe.
Example
The critic was unsparing in his review of the play.
批評家は彼の演劇レビューで容赦なかった。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

変わらない
Meaning
remaining the same over time; not changing
Example
Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.
彼女の家族への愛は何年にもわたって変わらなかった。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈtaɪərɪŋ/

Untiring

不屈の; 絶え間ない; 疲れを知らない
Meaning
continuing without stopping; persistent; tireless
Example
Her untiring efforts finally led to success.
彼女の不屈の努力は最終的に成功に繋がった。
A2 noun /ʌmˈbrɛlə/

umbrella

傘
Meaning
A device used for protection against rain or sun, typically consisting of a collapsible canopy mounted on a central rod.
Example
She opened her umbrella as it started to rain.
雨が降り始めたので、彼女は傘を開いた。
C2 adjective /ˈʌndjʊləs/

undulous

波打つ
Meaning
Having a wavy surface or form.
Example
The artist painted the undulous sea at sunset.
アーティストは夕日に照らされた波打つ海を描きました。
C2 noun /ˌjuːzɜːrˈpeɪʃən/

usurpation

横領
Meaning
The act of taking someone's power or property illegally or by force.
Example
The general's usurpation of the presidency led to political unrest.
将軍の大統領職の横領は政治的混乱を引き起こした。
C1 verb /ˌʌn.dəˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

undercharge

過少に請求する
Meaning
To charge less than the correct or fair amount.
Example
The shopkeeper accidentally undercharged me for the groceries.
店主は私に食料品を過少に請求しました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈendɪŋ/

Unending

終わりのない
Meaning
continuing forever; without end
Example
The unending rain made the day feel gloomy.
終わりのない雨が一日を憂鬱にした。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkleɪmd/

Unclaimed

未請求; 未要求; 捨てられたまたは所有者なし
Meaning
not claimed by anyone; not demanded or requested; abandoned or ownerless
Example
The unclaimed luggage was stored in the airport's lost property department.
未請求の荷物は空港の遺失物係に保管されました。
C1 adjective /juːˈbɪkwɪtəs/

ubiquitous

普遍的
Meaning
Existing or being everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become ubiquitous among young people.
ソーシャルメディアは若者の間で普及しています。
C2 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈmɪtɪŋ/

unremitting

絶え間ない
Meaning
Never relaxing or stopping; persistent.
Example
Her unremitting efforts finally paid off.
彼女の絶え間ない努力は最終的に報われた。
C2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪst/

Unchaste

不道徳な; 不潔な;
Meaning
not celibate; having engaged in sexual relations; lacking moral purity
Example
The conservative society considered her behavior unchaste and improper.
保守的な社会は彼女の行動を不道徳で不適切だと考えた。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈvaɪəbl/

unviable

実現不可能
Meaning
Not capable of working successfully; not feasible or practical.
Example
The project was deemed unviable due to high costs.
高額なコストのため、このプロジェクトは実現不可能と見なされました。
C2 noun /ˈʌp.wel.ɪŋ/

upwelling

湧昇流
Meaning
An oceanographic phenomenon that involves wind-driven motion of dense, cooler, and nutrient-rich water towards the ocean surface.
Example
Upwelling brings nutrients to the ocean surface.
湧昇流は海面へ栄養分を運ぶ。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈvɔɪdəbəl/

Unavoidable

避けられない; 避けることができない; 必然的な
Meaning
cannot be avoided; certain to happen; inevitable
Example
The meeting is unavoidable, so we must attend.
その会議は避けられないので、出席しなければなりません。
C1 verb /ˌʌndərˈsɛl/

undersell

Meaning
to sell something at a lower price than competitors or to downplay the value of something
Example
The shop undersold its rivals by offering huge discounts.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈprɒf.ɪ.tə.bl̩/

Unprofitable

採算が取れない
Meaning
not yielding profit or gain; not producing financial benefit
Example
The unprofitable business was forced to close down after three years.
採算が取れないビジネスは3年後に閉店を余儀なくされました。
B1 adjective /ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm/

Uniform

制服
Meaning
consistent; identical; standardized
Example
All students must wear a uniform to school.
すべての学生は学校で制服を着なければなりません。
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 adjective /juːˈnɪsənənt/

unisonant

調和の取れた
Meaning
Sounding together or in harmony.
Example
The unisonant voices created a powerful effect.
調和の取れた声が強力な効果を生み出した。
C1 verb /ˈʌndərkʌt/

undercut

Meaning
to sell at a lower price than a competitor; to weaken or undermine something
Example
The company tried to undercut its rivals by offering lower prices.
C2 noun /ˈʌn.dɚˌstɔː.ri/

understory

下層植物
Meaning
The layer of vegetation beneath the main canopy of a forest.
Example
The understory of a rainforest is home to small mammals and insects.
熱帯雨林の下層植物は小さな哺乳動物や昆虫の家です。
C1 noun /ˌʌnriˈælɪti/

unreality

非現実感
Meaning
the state or quality of being unreal; lack of reality or truth
Example
The dreamlike setting gave the story a sense of unreality.
夢のような舞台は物語に非現実感を与えた。
A1 verb /juːz/

use

使う
Meaning
to employ something for a purpose; to take advantage of
Example
I use my computer for work and entertainment.
私は仕事と娯楽のためにコンピュータを使います。
A2 adjective /ʌnˈhel.θi/

Unhealthy

不健康な; 健康に悪い
Meaning
harmful to health; not in good health; detrimental to well-being
Example
Eating too much fast food is unhealthy for your body.
ファーストフードを食べ過ぎることは、あなたの体に不健康です。
C1 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkər/

undertaker

葬儀屋
Meaning
A person whose job is to prepare the dead for burial and arrange funerals.
Example
The undertaker prepared the body for the funeral service.
葬儀屋は葬儀のために遺体を準備しました。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəˈdɔːrnd/

unadorned

シンプルな、飾りのない
Meaning
Plain and simple; not decorated.
Example
The room was unadorned, with only a table and a chair.
部屋はシンプルで、テーブルと椅子だけがありました。
C2 verb /ʌnˈfɛtər/

unfetter

制約から解放する
Meaning
to release from restraint or restriction; to free
Example
The new law will unfetter small businesses from excessive regulations.
新しい法律は小規模なビジネスを過剰な規制から解放します。
C2 verb /ʌnˈkaʊtʃ/

uncouch

ソファから取り除く（稀な意味）
Meaning
to remove from a couch or to release from being laid down (rare/archaic usage)
Example
The surgeon attempted to uncouch the cataract.
外科医は白内障を取り除こうとしました。
B1 noun /ʌnˈhæp.i.nəs/

unhappiness

不幸
Meaning
the state of being unhappy; sadness or dissatisfaction
Example
Her constant unhappiness affected everyone around her.
彼女の絶え間ない不幸は周囲の人々に影響を与えた。
B2 noun /ʌnəˈbɪləti/

unability

無能力
Meaning
the state of being unable to do something; incapacity
Example
His unability to solve the problem caused delays in the project.
彼の問題を解決する無能力はプロジェクトの遅延を引き起こした。
C1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/

understated

控えめな
Meaning
Presented in a subtle and restrained way.
Example
She wore an elegant but understated dress.
彼女はエレガントで控えめなドレスを着ていた。
C2 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/

unitarian

ユニタリアン
Meaning
A person who believes that God exists as one entity rather than as a Trinity; a member of a religious denomination that emphasizes individual freedom of belief.
Example
The Unitarian church is known for its inclusive and open-minded approach.
ユニタリアン教会は、その包括的で開かれた考え方で知られています。
B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈfɜːmd/

Unconfirmed

未確認; 未検証;
Meaning
not confirmed as true or definite; not verified or substantiated
Example
The report remains unconfirmed until we receive official verification.
報告書は公式の確認が得られるまで未確認のままです。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkwes.tʃən.ə.bl̩/

Unquestionable

議論の余地がない; 確実な
Meaning
not able to be disputed or doubted; certain and beyond doubt
Example
Her honesty and integrity are unquestionable qualities.
彼女の誠実さと誠意は議論の余地がない特性です。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈfɔːrmd/

uninformed

情報に疎い
Meaning
lacking knowledge or awareness about a particular subject; not educated or informed
Example
The decision was made by an uninformed committee.
その決定は情報に疎い委員会によって下された。
A1 pronoun /ʌs/

us

私たち
Meaning
used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people as the object of a verb or preposition
Example
She gave us a gift.
彼女は私たちに贈り物をくれました。
C2 verb /juˈzɜrp/

usurp

奪取
Meaning
to take someone's position of power illegally or by force
Example
The general tried to usurp the king's throne.
将軍は王の玉座を奪おうとした。
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。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkʌltʃəd/

Uncultured

無教養な; 教養のない
Meaning
lacking good manners, refinement, or education; uncivilized
Example
His uncultured behavior embarrassed everyone at the dinner party.
彼の無教養な行動はディナーパーティーでみんなを困らせた。
C2 noun /ˈjuːnɪvəˌlɛns/

univalence

単価性
Meaning
The state of having a single valence or combining power, especially in chemistry.
Example
Hydrogen is characterized by its univalence in chemical reactions.
水素は化学反応においてその単価性によって特徴づけられています。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsuːtəbl/

Unsuitable

不適切; 不適当
Meaning
not fitting or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
Example
This formal dress is unsuitable for a casual beach party.
このフォーマルなドレスはカジュアルなビーチパーティには不適切です。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnsəˈfɪstɪˌkeɪtɪd/

unsophisticated

未洗練
Meaning
Lacking worldly experience, refinement, or complexity.
Example
The villagers led an unsophisticated but happy life.
村人たちは未洗練だが、幸せな生活を送っていた。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈtɛnəbl/

untenable

維持できない
Meaning
not able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection
Example
The politician resigned when his position became untenable.
政治家は彼の立場が維持できなくなったときに辞職しました。
C2 verb /ˈʌndjʊleɪt/

undulate

波打つ
Meaning
To move with a smooth, wave-like motion.
Example
The snake undulated across the sand.
ヘビは砂の上をうねうねと進んでいった。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

不快に
Meaning
in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner
Example
The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.
午後、その部屋は不快に暑かった。
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。
B1 adjective /ˌʌnbɪˈliːvəbəl/

Unbelievable

信じられない
Meaning
impossible to believe; extremely surprising or remarkable
Example
The magician's performance was absolutely unbelievable.
魔法使いのパフォーマンスは絶対に信じられなかった。
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈteɪk/

undertake

引き受ける
Meaning
to commit to and begin a task or project; to take on responsibility
Example
She decided to undertake a challenging project.
彼女は挑戦的なプロジェクトを始めることに決めました。
C1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈhændɪd/

underhanded

不正
Meaning
acting or done in a dishonest or secret way
Example
They exposed the company's underhanded dealings with its suppliers.
彼らは会社とその供給者との不正取引を暴露しました。
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkwaɪ.ət/

Unquiet

落ち着かない; 不安な; 動揺した
Meaning
restless; unable to remain still or quiet; anxious or troubled
Example
She spent an unquiet night worrying about the exam results.
彼女は試験結果を心配して落ち着かない夜を過ごした。
C1 verb /ʌnˈmɑːsk/

unmask

正体を暴く
Meaning
to remove a mask or covering; to reveal the true identity, nature, or intentions of someone or something
Example
The investigation helped unmask the real culprit behind the crime.
その捜査は犯罪の背後にいる本当の犯人を暴いた。
C1 adjective /ʌlˈtɪəriər/

ulterior

隠された動機
Meaning
hidden or secret, often with a selfish motive
Example
He invited her with an ulterior motive.
彼は隠された動機で彼女を招待した。
B1 adverb /ʌnˈjuːʒuəli/

unusually

異常に
Meaning
in a way that is not typical or expected; to an uncommon degree
Example
It was unusually cold for this time of year.
この時期にしては異常に寒かった。
B2 adjective /ˈʌt.ɚ/

Utter

完全な; 絶対的な; 全体の
Meaning
complete; absolute; total
Example
The movie was an utter disaster at the box office.
その映画は興行収入で完全に失敗しました。
C2 verb /ˌʌn.dɪˈsiːv/

undeceive

誤解を解く
Meaning
To free someone from a misconception or false belief.
Example
She tried to undeceive him about the false rumors.
彼女は嘘の噂について彼を誤解を解こうとしました。
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 /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

非協力的な
Meaning
not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful
Example
The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.
証人は非協力的で、質問に答えることを拒否した。