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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。
B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

ドナー
Meaning
A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.
Example
The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.
ドナーは病院の新しい翼に寛大に寄付しました。
B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

未加工の米; 稲田
Meaning
rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown
Example
The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.
農家は収穫の季節に稲田で懸命に働きました。
B2 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

孤独
Meaning
The state or situation of being alone.
Example
Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.
孤独は深い反省の機会を提供することができます。
B2 noun /dəˈmeɪn/

domain

領域
Meaning
An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.
Example
Mathematics is her main domain of expertise.
数学は彼女の主な専門領域です。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

カウンセラー
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems
Example
The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.
学校のカウンセラーは学生がストレスに対処する手助けをしました。
B2 noun /ˌmɪs.bɪˈheɪ.vjər/

Misbehaviour

悪いまたは受け入れられない行動、特に子供によるものや公式の場面で
Meaning
Bad or unacceptable behavior, especially by children or in formal situations
Example
The student was punished for his misbehaviour in class.
生徒はクラスでの不適切な行動で罰を受けた。
B2 noun /slɒt/

slot

スロット
Meaning
a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed
Example
Insert the card into the slot to open the door.
カードをスロットに挿入して、ドアを開けてください。
B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk

landmark

ランドマーク
Meaning
An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.
Example
The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation.
スペースレストランは革新のランドマークです。
B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔離
Meaning
the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things
Example
The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.
患者は感染症の拡大を防ぐために隔離されました。
B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

譲歩
Meaning
something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise
Example
The company made several concessions during the negotiations.
会社は交渉中にいくつかの譲歩をしました。
B2 noun /dʒem/

Gem

貴石
Meaning
a precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved; something prized for its beauty or worth
Example
The antique necklace featured a rare sapphire gem surrounded by diamonds.
そのアンティークのネックレスは、ダイヤモンドに囲まれた珍しいサファイアのジェムを特徴としていました。
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 /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

迂回路
Meaning
A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.
Example
We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.
メイン道路が閉鎖されていたので、迂回路を取らなければならなかった。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.
B2 adjective /ʌnhaɪˈdʒiːnɪk/

Unhygienic

不衛生な; 適切な衛生状態の欠如
Meaning
not clean; lacking proper sanitation
Example
The restaurant was closed due to unhygienic conditions in the kitchen.
レストランは不衛生な厨房の状態で閉店しました。
B2 noun /ˈməʊtərɪst/

motorist

自動車運転者
Meaning
a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle
Example
The motorist stopped to help after seeing the accident on the highway.
自動車運転者は事故を見て車を止め、助けました。
B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

神話
Meaning
A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.
Example
The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.
フェニックスの神話は、灰の中から生まれ変わった鳥の話を伝えています。
B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Meaning
a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something
Example
He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.
B2 noun /heɪ/

hay

干し草
Meaning
grass that has been cut, dried, and stored for use as animal feed
Example
The cows were eating hay in the barn.
牛たちは納屋で干し草を食べていました。
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

踏む
Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
花を踏まないでください。
B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

螺旋状の金属製ファスナー; 何かをねじで締める
Meaning
a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw
Example
He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.
彼は棚を壁にしっかりとねじ込んだ。
B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

誤用
Meaning
To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.
Example
Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.
ソーシャルメディアのプロフィールを誤って使うと、人間関係に害を及ぼす可能性があります。
B2 verb /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/

contradict

矛盾する
Meaning
to say or show the opposite of something that has been said or believed
Example
His actions contradict his words.
彼の行動は彼の言葉と矛盾しています。
B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

地質学
Meaning
the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances
Example
She studied geology to understand earthquakes.
彼女は地震を理解するために地質学を学びました。
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 ˌnæv.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

navigation

ナビゲーション
Meaning
The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route.
Example
GPS technology has improved the navigation of self-driving cars.
GPS技術は自動運転車のナビゲーションを改善しました。
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 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

緊急
Meaning
Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.
Example
The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.
マネージャーは同時にいくつかの緊急の問題に対処しなければならなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈmaɪti/

mighty

強力な
Meaning
having great power or strength; very strong or impressive
Example
The mighty river flows through the heart of the country.
その強力な川は国の中心を流れている。
B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

熱帯地域
Meaning
Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.
Example
Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.
バングラデシュは熱帯地域に位置しています。
B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

Meaning
moving very quickly; happening promptly
Example
The river current was swift after the heavy rain.
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 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

保証
Meaning
A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.
Example
Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.
品質の保証は委員会の優先事項です。
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 verb /rɪˈvɜːs/

reverse

反転する
Meaning
to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result
Example
She quickly reversed the car out of the driveway.
彼女はすぐに車をドライブウェイからバックさせました。
B2 noun /ˈrep.taɪl/

Reptile

爬虫類
Meaning
a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin that lays eggs on land
Example
The lizard is a common reptile found in gardens.
トカゲは庭で見られる一般的な爬虫類です。
B2 noun, verb /ˈpɛdəl/

pedal

足で操作するレバー
Meaning
A foot-operated lever for powering or controlling a mechanism, especially on a bicycle.
Example
He pressed down hard on the bicycle pedal.
彼は自転車のペダルを力いっぱい踏んだ。
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/

unavailable

利用できない
Meaning
Not able to be obtained, reached, or used; not present or accessible.
Example
The manager was unavailable to take calls during the meeting.
マネージャーは会議中に電話に出られませんでした。
B2 noun /ˈsen.tɪ.piːd/

Centipede

ムカデ
Meaning
a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places
Example
I found a centipede crawling under the rock.
私は岩の下でムカデが這っているのを見つけました。
B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

その後の
Meaning
Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
Example
Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.
その後の出来事が結果を明らかにしました。
B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

スパイス箱
Meaning
a container used to store various spices and seasonings
Example
She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.
彼女はカレー用のクミンを見つけるためにスパイスボックスを開けました。
B2 adverb /rɪˈlʌk.tənt.li/

Reluctantly

いやいや
Meaning
in an unwilling manner; with hesitation or resistance
Example
She reluctantly agreed to help with the project.
彼女はプロジェクトを手伝うことに渋々同意した。
B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

手当
Meaning
a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something
Example
Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.
子供たちは家事の手伝いをすることで週刊手当を受け取ります。
B2 noun /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

操作
Meaning
The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.
Example
Media manipulation influences public opinion.
メディア操作は公共の意見に影響を与えます。
B2 noun /ˌfæs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Fascination

魅力; 魅了; 魅力的な興味
Meaning
the power to fascinate someone; the state of being intensely interested
Example
Her fascination with ancient history led her to become an archaeologist.
彼女の古代史への魅力は、彼女を考古学者にさせました。
B2 noun /ʌnˈkɒnʃəsnəs/

unconsciousness

無意識
Meaning
the state of being unaware of and unable to respond to one's surroundings
Example
After the accident, he was in a state of unconsciousness for several hours.
事故の後、彼は数時間意識を失っていた。
B2 noun /ˈskriːnɪŋ/

screening

スクリーニングまたは上映
Meaning
the act of examining or testing people to detect disease or evaluate suitability; a showing of a movie or program
Example
The hospital offered free health screening for all employees.
病院はすべての従業員に無料の健康スクリーニングを提供しました。
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrt.ʌp/

startup

スタートアップ企業
Meaning
A newly established business, especially a small technology or business company that is just beginning operations.
Example
The startup secured funding from investors.
そのスタートアップは投資家から資金調達を受けました。
B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

反射的; 思慮深い; 光や画像を反射できる
Meaning
thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images
Example
After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.
会議の後、彼は反射的な気分だった。
B2 noun /temp.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

Temptation

誘惑
Meaning
the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something
Example
He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake.
彼は全てのチョコレートケーキを食べる誘惑に抵抗した。
B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

請願; 要求; 弁明
Meaning
an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification
Example
She made a plea for help during the emergency.
緊急時に彼女は助けを求める請願をした。
B2 noun smɔːl ˈɛfərt

Small Effort

小さな努力
Meaning
Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.
Example
Small efforts can bring big changes in butterfly conservation.
小さな努力が蝶の保護に大きな変化をもたらすことができる。
B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

間接的に
Meaning
in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence
Example
The policy affected small businesses indirectly.
その政策は中小企業に間接的に影響した。
B2 noun ˈbreɪk.θruː

breakthrough

ブレークスルー
Meaning
A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.
Example
The breakthrough opens doors for new technology.
このブレークスルーは新しい技術への扉を開きます。
B2 noun ˈɔː.bɪt

orbit

軌道
Meaning
The curved path of a celestial object around a star, planet, or moon.
Example
The satellite maintains its orbit around Earth.
衛星は地球の周りを軌道上に保っています。
B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

ライバル; 競争相手;
Meaning
a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field
Example
The two companies have been business rivals for decades.
二つの企業は何十年もの間、商業上のライバルです。
B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

戦略
Meaning
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.
Example
Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.
効果的な戦略は気候変動の影響を軽減することができます。
B2 noun /lɔːɡ/

Log

丸太
Meaning
a piece of a dead or felled tree trunk or branch, especially one stripped of bark
Example
They sat on a log by the campfire.
彼らはキャンプファイヤーのそばで丸太に座った。
B2 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

炭水化物
Meaning
Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.
Example
Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.
全粒穀物は健康的なカーボハイドレートの素晴らしい源です。
B2 adverb /əˈlɔːŋ.saɪd/

Alongside

隣で; 一緒に;
Meaning
beside; next to; together with
Example
She walked alongside her friend through the park.
彼女は公園で友達と一緒に歩いた。
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 /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 verb /ˈhɑːrnɪs/

harness

Meaning
To control and make use of natural resources, especially energy.
Example
Scientists are working to harness solar power effectively.
B2 noun/verb /ræft/

raft

筏
Meaning
A flat structure made of logs or planks tied together, used as a boat or floating platform; to travel or transport on such a structure.
Example
They built a raft to cross the river.
彼らは川を渡るために筏を作った。
B2 verb /bɪˈfrɛnd/

befriend

友達になる
Meaning
to act as a friend to someone; to make friends with
Example
She befriended the new student at school.
彼女は学校で新しい生徒と友達になった。
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 plɒt

plot

プロット
Meaning
The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.
Example
The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.
'二都物語'のプロットは、緊迫感と魅力に満ちています。
B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

咲く；繁栄する
Meaning
to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering
Example
The roses bloom beautifully every spring.
バラは毎年春に美しく咲きます。
B2 adverb juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li

unanimously

全会一致で
Meaning
With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.
Example
The proposal was unanimously accepted.
提案は全会一致で受け入れられました。
B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

向上
Meaning
An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.
Example
Enhancement of education quality is vital.
教育の質の向上は非常に重要です。
B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

無責任
Meaning
lacking a sense of responsibility; careless
Example
It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.
彼が誰にも言わずに去ったのは無責任だった。
B2 verb /skriːtʃ/

screech

きしみ音を立てる
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound
Example
The car screeched to a halt.
車はきしみ音を立てて急停止した。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

争い, 論争
Meaning
a disagreement or argument about something important
Example
The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.
二国間で国境問題について争いが続いています。
B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

虐待; 不適切な使用;
Meaning
cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something
Example
The abuse of power led to his resignation.
権力の濫用は彼の辞職を招いた。
B2 noun /ˈfaɪbər/

fiber

繊維
Meaning
a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion
Example
Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.
果物と野菜は繊維が豊富です。
B2 adjective /ˈɒnərəbəl/

honourable

名誉ある
Meaning
deserving respect or admiration because of moral integrity; showing honesty and fairness
Example
She is known as an honourable leader who always keeps her promises.
彼女は常に約束を守る名誉ある指導者として知られている。
B2 noun /ˈwɒtʃ.mən/

Watchman

守衛
Meaning
a person employed to guard or watch over a building or area, especially at night
Example
The watchman patrols the factory every hour to ensure security.
守衛は毎時間工場を巡回して、セキュリティを確保します。
B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摂取
Meaning
the process of taking something in, especially food or drink
Example
He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.
彼は健康的な食事を維持するために毎日のカロリー摂取量を監視しました。
B2 noun /ˈdʒoʊ.kər/

Joker

ジョーカー
Meaning
a playing card with a picture of a jester, used as a wild card; a person who is fond of joking
Example
He used the joker card to complete his winning hand in the poker game.
彼はポーカーの勝ち手を完成させるためにジョーカーを使った。
B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

省
Meaning
a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.
Example
The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
その省は豊かな文化遺産と素晴らしい自然景観で知られています。
B2 verb, noun /stɔːl/

stall

止める, 屋台
Meaning
to stop or cause to stop temporarily; a small shop or stand
Example
The car stalled on the way to the office.
車はオフィスに向かう途中で停まった。
B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

コンパス
Meaning
an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north
Example
The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.
ハイカーは正しい方向を見つけるためにコンパスを使った。
B2 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

連続的な
Meaning
following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential
Example
She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.
彼女はトーナメントで3回連続して試合に勝ちました。
B2 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

持続可能性
Meaning
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.
Example
Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.
持続可能性は長期的な環境健康を保証します。
B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

戦争
Meaning
armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war
Example
Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.
現代の戦争には高度な技術と戦略的計画が含まれています。
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 noun /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

commentator

解説者
Meaning
a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio
Example
The commentator described the football match in detail.
解説者はサッカーの試合を詳細に説明しました。
B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification

確認
Meaning
The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.
Example
The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.
銀行は口座を開設する前に身分確認を求めます。
B2 noun /ˈpæm.flət/

pamphlet

パンフレット
Meaning
a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject
Example
The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition.
健康部門は栄養に関するパンフレットを配布しました。
B2 noun /ɡreɪs/

grace

優雅, エレガンス
Meaning
simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness
Example
She moved with grace across the stage.
彼女は舞台を優雅に歩いた。
B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tɪv/

Respective

それぞれの; 各自の
Meaning
belonging to each individual; particular to each
Example
The students returned to their respective classrooms after lunch.
学生たちは昼食後、それぞれの教室に戻った。
B2 adjective /blænd/

bland

無味
Meaning
lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting
Example
The soup was too bland for my taste.
このスープは私の好みにとっては無味でした。
B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

罪
Meaning
an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law
Example
He confessed his sin to the priest.
彼は神父に自分の罪を告白しました。
B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

貯水池
Meaning
A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.
Example
The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.
その都市は住民に十分な飲料水を確保するために新しい貯水池を建設した。
B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

尊敬
Meaning
a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something
Example
She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.
彼女は先生の献身に尊敬を感じた。
B2 noun bjʊəˈrɒk.rə.si

bureaucracy

官僚主義
Meaning
A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.
Example
Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.
過度な官僚主義は意思決定を遅らせることがあります。
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 adjective məˈriːn

marine

海の
Meaning
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.
Example
Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.
海洋生態系は人間の活動に非常に敏感です。
B2 verb /kɜːrb/

curb

抑制する / 制御する
Meaning
to restrain, control, or limit something
Example
The government took steps to curb inflation.
政府はインフレを抑制するために措置を取った。
B2 verb ˈɛskəleɪt

escalate

エスカレート
Meaning
To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious
Example
The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate.
高齢化する人口は警告的な速度でエスカレートしています。
B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning
To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
The river was contaminated by industrial waste.
B2 noun /ˈɜːθ.wɜːm/

Earth-worm

ミミズ
Meaning
a segmented worm that lives in soil and helps decompose organic matter
Example
The gardener was happy to find many earthworms in the soil.
庭師は土壌でたくさんのミミズを見つけて喜んでいました。
B2 noun /waɪt ænt/

White-Ant

シロアリ
Meaning
a small social insect that lives in colonies and feeds on wood and plant matter
Example
White ants damaged the wooden furniture in our house.
シロアリは私たちの家の木製家具を傷つけました。
B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

名誉ある
Meaning
having a high reputation; respected
Example
Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
ハーバード大学は世界で最も名誉ある大学の一つです。
B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.ɡər/

Vulgar

下品; 粗野; 無礼;
Meaning
lacking sophistication or good taste; crude and offensive in language or behavior
Example
His vulgar language offended everyone at the dinner party.
彼の下品な言葉はディナーパーティーの皆を不快にさせた。
B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

指名する
Meaning
to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone
Example
The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.
委員会は来週、新しい会長を指名する予定です。
B2 noun /ˈkiː.pər/

Keeper

守衛; 飼育係;
Meaning
a person whose job it is to guard or take care of something or someone; a goalkeeper
Example
The zoo keeper fed the animals every morning at eight o'clock.
動物園のキーパーは毎朝8時に動物たちに餌を与えていました。
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。
B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

適格性
Meaning
The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.
適格基準は公平性を維持します。
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 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

認知的
Meaning
Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.
Example
Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.
認知機能は練習と学習によって改善されます。
B2 verb /dæʃ/

dash

Meaning
to move quickly and suddenly; to strike or break something violently
Example
She dashed across the street to catch the bus.
B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

比率
Meaning
a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second
Example
The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
クラスでの男の子と女の子の比率は2:1です。
B2 verb /ɡræsp/

grasp

握る
Meaning
to grip firmly; to understand something
Example
She finally grasped the concept after the explanation.
彼女は説明の後、ついにその概念を理解しました。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神医学
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
彼女は精神疾患に苦しむ人々を助けるために精神医学を学ぶことを決めました。
B2 adjective /ˈmɒdɪst/

modest

Meaning
Having or showing a humble estimate of one’s importance; simple and not extravagant.
Example
She lives in a modest house in the countryside.
B2 adjective /ɪˈmjuːn/

immune

免疫の
Meaning
protected from disease or from the effects of something
Example
Children who are vaccinated are immune to many diseases.
予防接種を受けた子供たちは多くの病気に免疫があります。
B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

観察者
Meaning
a person who watches or notices something
Example
The observer took notes during the meeting.
観察者は会議中にメモを取った。
B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

小児科医
Meaning
a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children
Example
The pediatrician examined the child carefully.
小児科医は子供を慎重に診察しました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/

devoted

献身的
Meaning
Very loving, loyal, or dedicated.
Example
She is a devoted mother who always puts her children first.
彼女は常に子供たちを最優先にする献身的な母親です。