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B2 noun ˈven.tʃərz

ventures

事業
Meaning
Business enterprises or undertakings, especially risky ones.
Example
Luxury ventures in space attract wealthy clients.
宇宙での豪華なベンチャーは裕福な顧客を引きつける。
B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

徹底的な, 詳細な
Meaning
complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial
Example
The report was thorough and well-researched.
そのレポートは徹底的で、十分に調査されていました。
B2 noun /kəˈmɒ.dɪ.tiz/

commodities

商品
Meaning
Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.
Example
The prices of commodities like oil and gold fluctuate frequently.
石油や金のような商品価格は頻繁に変動します。
B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

強い要求
Meaning
the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly
Example
At his insistence, we stayed longer.
彼の強い要求で、私たちは長く滞在しました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

過剰に支払う
Meaning
To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.
Example
She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.
彼女はコンサートのチケットに多く支払ったことに気づきました。
B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

抽象的, 要約
Meaning
existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text
Example
The artist is known for her abstract paintings.
そのアーティストはアブストラクトな絵画で知られています。
B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

インフラストラクチャー
Meaning
The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
Example
Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.
デジタルインフラストラクチャーは将来の進歩にとって不可欠です。
B2 noun /ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

takeoff

離陸
Meaning
The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.
Example
The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.
悪天候のため、飛行機の離陸は遅れました。
B2 noun /loʊf/

Loaf

パン
Meaning
a shaped mass of bread baked as a unit
Example
She bought a fresh loaf of bread from the bakery.
彼女はパン屋で新鮮なパンを買いました。
B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

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

anthem

国歌
Meaning
A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.
Example
The national anthem was played before the football match.
サッカーの試合の前に国歌が演奏されました。
B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

急な, 高すぎる
Meaning
Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).
Example
The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.
ハイカーたちは急な山道を登った。
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning
To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.
Example
He confided his worries to his best friend.
B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

適切に
Meaning
in a satisfactory manner
Example
He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.
彼は適切に仕事を終えましたが、次回は改善できるでしょう。
B2 adjective ˌiːvəˈluːʃənəri

evolutionary

進化的
Meaning
Relating to or denoting the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form.
Example
The evolutionary changes in species are fascinating.
種の進化的変化は魅力的です。
B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

幸せ
Meaning
to hold on tightly to someone or something
Example
The child clung to his mother in fear.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
B2 noun /hʊd/

Hood

フッド
Meaning
the expandable neck region of certain snakes like cobras; a covering for the head
Example
The cobra spread its hood when it felt threatened.
コブラは脅威を感じるとフッドを広げました。
B2 noun /mɪnt/

Mint

ミント; 金貨の鋳造所
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
彼女はお茶に新鮮なミントの葉を加えて、さわやかな味を加えました。
B2 adjective /ˈruː.tɪd/

Rooted

根付いた
Meaning
deeply established; firmly fixed
Example
His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition.
彼の信念は伝統に深く根ざしている。
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 /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

歴史学者
Meaning
a person who studies or writes about history
Example
The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.
歴史学者は古代文明について講義を行いました。
B2 verb /ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

sympathize

同情する
Meaning
to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings
Example
I sympathize with your loss.
あなたの損失に同情します。
B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

拍手する
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
観客はパフォーマンスに拍手を送りました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

気になる
Meaning
causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress
Example
The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.
事故のニュースは非常に気分を害するものでした。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

特許
Meaning
a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights
Example
He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.
彼は自分の新しい発明をコピーから守るために特許を取った。
B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

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

oblige

義務付ける
Meaning
to compel or require someone to do something; to help or do a favor
Example
I would be happy to oblige you with the information you need.
必要な情報を提供してお手伝いできれば嬉しいです。
B2 adjective /beər/

Bare

裸; 未覆われた; 空; 最小限
Meaning
naked; uncovered; empty; minimal
Example
The bare walls of the room needed some decoration.
部屋の裸の壁は何か飾りが必要だった。
B2 noun /ˌdaɪəˈbiːtiːz/

diabetes

幸福
Meaning
a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood
Example
He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
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 /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

問題のある; 問題を引き起こす
Meaning
causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with
Example
The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.
新しい政策変更は問題があり、再評価する必要があります。
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

social justice

社会的正義
Meaning
Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.
Example
Social justice ensures equality of opportunity.
社会的正義は機会の平等を保証します。
B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

症状
Meaning
signs or indications of a disease or condition
Example
Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.
熱と咳はインフルエンザの一般的な症状です。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪnɪstər/

sinister

不吉な
Meaning
Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.
Example
The abandoned house had a sinister atmosphere.
その廃屋には不吉な雰囲気が漂っていた。
B2 noun /ˈrɪk.ʃɔː/

Rickshaw

リクシャ
Meaning
a light two-wheeled passenger vehicle drawn by one or more people
Example
We took a rickshaw to reach the busy marketplace.
忙しい市場に到着するためにリクシャを利用しました。
B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

引き金
Meaning
To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.
Example
The loud noise triggered the alarm system.
大きな音がアラームシステムをトリガーした。
B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

強く欲する, 渇望する
Meaning
to have a strong desire for something
Example
She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.
彼女は冒険を渇望し、しばしば遠くの場所へ旅行します。
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

タイムリーな; 時間通りの
Meaning
happening at the right time; punctual
Example
His timely arrival saved the meeting.
彼のタイムリーな到着は会議を救いました。
B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

労働者
Meaning
a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill
Example
The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.
その労働者は建設現場で長時間働いた。
B2 noun /jɔːn/

Yawn

あくび
Meaning
an involuntary opening of the mouth and inhalation of air due to tiredness or boredom
Example
She couldn't suppress a yawn during the boring lecture.
退屈な講義の最中にあくびを抑えることができなかった。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
経済の収縮は失業率の上昇を招いた。
B2 verb /ˈɛmɪˌɡreɪt/

emigrate

移住する
Meaning
To leave one's own country in order to settle permanently in another.
Example
Many people emigrated from Europe to America in the 19th century.
多くの人々は19世紀にヨーロッパからアメリカに移住しました。
B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

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 /dʒɔː/

Jaw

Meaning
either of the two bones forming the framework of the mouth in most vertebrates
Example
She broke her jaw in the accident.
彼女は事故で顎を骨折した。
B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

導入の
Meaning
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.
Example
The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.
教授は経済学についての導入の講義を行いました。
B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

Meaning
to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something
Example
The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɡoʊ/

undergo

経験する
Meaning
to go through something, especially something unpleasant or difficult
Example
She had to undergo surgery to recover.
彼女は回復するために手術を受けなければなりませんでした。
B2 noun /ˌsɪm.ɪˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity

類似性; 相似性
Meaning
the quality or state of being similar; resemblance
Example
There is a striking similarity between the two paintings.
その2つの絵の間には驚くべき類似性があります。
B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

インターバル
Meaning
a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity
Example
There was a short interval between the two performances.
二つの公演の間には短いインターバルがありました。
B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

コンセンサス
Meaning
A general agreement among all members of a group.
Example
Consensus was reached after long deliberation.
長い議論の後、コンセンサスが得られました。
B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

ナプキン
Meaning
a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating
Example
She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.
彼女は夕食を始める前に、膝の上にナプキンを置きました。
B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

壊す
Meaning
to break something into pieces violently
Example
She smashed the glass in frustration.
彼女はフラストレーションでグラスを壊した。
B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移住する
Meaning
to come to live permanently in a foreign country
Example
He immigrated to Canada five years ago.
彼は5年前にカナダに移住しました。
B2 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

叙事詩
Meaning
a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale
Example
The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.
イリアスは世界文学の中で最も有名な叙事詩の一つです。
B2 adjective /ˈtrɪviəl/

trivial

些細な
Meaning
Of little value or importance.
Example
He often gets upset over the most trivial matters.
彼は最も些細なことに腹を立てることがよくあります。
B2 verb /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

integrate

統合する
Meaning
To combine or bring together into a unified whole.
Example
The new system integrates data from multiple sources.
新しいシステムは複数のソースからデータを統合します。
B2 noun /ɪnˌtɜːrprəˈteɪʃən/

interpretation

解釈
Meaning
the action of explaining the meaning of something
Example
The teacher gave her own interpretation of the poem.
教師は詩の自分の解釈を示しました。
B2 noun /dʒʌŋk/

Junk

ゴミ; 不要品
Meaning
old or discarded articles that are considered useless or of little value; things of poor quality
Example
He cleaned out the garage and threw away all the old junk.
彼はガレージを掃除して、すべての古いゴミを捨てました。
B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

達成する
Meaning
to achieve or reach something
Example
She worked hard to attain her goals.
彼女は目標を達成するために一生懸命働きました。
B2 noun /ˈoʊtˌmiːl/

oatmeal

オートミール
Meaning
A type of porridge made from ground oats, often eaten for breakfast.
Example
She eats a bowl of oatmeal every morning for breakfast.
彼女は毎朝、朝食にオートミールを一杯食べます。
B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

親に関連する
Meaning
relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father
Example
Parental guidance is important for a child's development.
子供の成長には親のガイダンスが重要です。
B2 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ˈsɪs.təm/

economic system

経済システム
Meaning
The organized framework for production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in society.
Example
Capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies are types of economic systems.
資本主義、社会主義、混合経済は経済システムのタイプです。
B2 verb aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪd

identified

特定された
Meaning
To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.
Example
The root causes of the issue need to be identified.
問題の根本的な原因は特定される必要があります。
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

閉鎖
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
会社の閉鎖により、多くの従業員が職を失いました。
B2 noun /buːˈtiːk/

boutique

ブティックショップ
Meaning
a small shop that sells fashionable clothes or accessories
Example
She bought a beautiful dress from a boutique downtown.
彼女はダウンタウンのブティックショップで美しいドレスを買いました。
B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

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

aristocracy

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

denounce

非難する
Meaning
To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.
Example
The leader denounced corruption in his speech.
リーダーはスピーチで汚職を非難しました。
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

一見, 見た目では静か
Meaning
appearing to be true, but not necessarily so
Example
He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.
周りの混乱にもかかわらず、彼は一見静かだった。
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。
B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Meaning
as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal
Example
The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.
B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

受益者
Meaning
a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy
Example
She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.
彼女は父親の遺産の唯一の受益者です。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

重要でない
Meaning
Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.
Example
The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.
そのコストは重要でなく、誰もそれに気づかなかった。
B2 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

会計
Meaning
the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions
Example
She works in the accounting department of a large firm.
彼女は大手企業の会計部門で働いています。
B2 noun /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/

Martin

ツバメ
Meaning
small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing
Example
The martin built its nest under the bridge.
ツバメは橋の下に巣を作りました。
B2 noun /səˈspens/

Suspense

サスペンス
Meaning
a feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what will happen
Example
The movie kept us in suspense until the very end.
映画は最後まで私たちをサスペンスの中に保ちました。
B2 noun /ˈɛdʒuˌkeɪtər/

educator

教育者
Meaning
a person who provides education; a teacher or instructor
Example
She is a dedicated educator who inspires her students every day.
彼女は毎日学生を励ます献身的な教育者です。
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 verb səˈpres

suppress

抑制する
Meaning
To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.
Example
Authorities must suppress criminal activities in campuses.
当局はキャンパス内の犯罪行為を抑制しなければならない。
B2 verb /mɜːrdʒ/

merge

統合する
Meaning
to combine or join together; to blend into one
Example
The two companies decided to merge to increase their market share.
2つの会社は市場シェアを増やすために合併することを決定しました。
B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

十進法
Meaning
A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.
Example
The number 0.75 is a decimal.
0.75は十進法の数です。
B2 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

変更
Meaning
a change or modification made to something
Example
The tailor made an alteration to the suit.
仕立屋はスーツに変更を加えました。
B2 noun, verb /ræŋks/

ranks

ランク
Meaning
Positions within a group, especially in a hierarchy or organization.
Example
He quickly moved up the ranks of the army.
彼はすぐに軍隊のランクで上昇しました。
B2 noun /ˈliːtər/

litre

リットル
Meaning
a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids
Example
She bought a litre of milk from the shop.
彼女は店で1リットルの牛乳を買いました。
B2 adjective /ˈrɪski/

risky

Meaning
Involving the possibility of danger, harm, or loss
Example
Investing in that startup is risky but could bring high rewards.
B2 adjective /suːˈpriːm/

Supreme

最高の
Meaning
highest in rank, authority, or quality; greatest; most important
Example
The Supreme Court made the final decision.
最高裁判所は最終的な決定を下しました。
B2 noun /ˈwɪzdəm/

Wisdom

知恵; 賢さ; 判断力
Meaning
the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision
Example
Age brings wisdom and experience.
年齢は知恵と経験をもたらす。
B2 noun /ˌɑːr.kiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

archeology

考古学
Meaning
the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures
Example
She decided to study archeology to learn about ancient civilizations.
彼女は古代文明について学ぶために考古学を学ぶことに決めました。
B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

目標指向
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
目標指向であることは成功を達成するために重要です。
B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

認識
Meaning
the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something
Example
He received an acknowledgment of his application.
彼は自分の申し込みの認識を受け取りました。
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 noun /ˈpæn.ɪk/

Panic

パニック
Meaning
sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety; a state of widespread fear and anxiety
Example
The fire alarm caused panic among the students.
火災警報が学生たちの間にパニックを引き起こしました。
B2 noun /fiːst/

Feast

祝宴; 宴会
Meaning
a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration
Example
The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures.
結婚式の祝宴には両家の文化からの伝統的な料理が含まれていました。
B2 noun /ˌveəriˈeɪʃən/

Variation

変動; バリエーション; 条件や量の違い
Meaning
a change or difference in condition, amount, or level; a different or distinct form or version of something
Example
There was a significant variation in temperature throughout the day.
1日の間に気温に顕著なバリエーションがありました。
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 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

脇の下
Meaning
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Example
He applied deodorant to his armpit.
彼は脇の下にデオドラントを塗った。
B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

公式に
Meaning
in a formal or authorized way
Example
The building was officially opened by the mayor.
その建物は市長によって公式に開かれました。
B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

未熟; 完全に発達していない; 子供っぽい
Meaning
not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish
Example
His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.
会議中の彼の未熟な行動は、皆を失望させました。
B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

評価する
Meaning
To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.
Example
The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.
教師は明日学生のプロジェクトを評価します。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

unbiased

偏見のない
Meaning
Not showing prejudice; impartial and fair.
Example
The report gave an unbiased view of the situation.
レポートは状況の偏りのない見解を示しました。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər ɡroʊθ/

Over growth

過剰成長
Meaning
excessive growth beyond normal size; too much development or expansion
Example
The overgrowth of weeds made the garden look untidy.
雑草の過剰な繁茂が庭を乱雑に見せた。
B2 adjective /stɜːrn/

Stern

厳格な; 厳しい
Meaning
serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe
Example
The teacher gave the students a stern warning about cheating.
教師は学生に対してカンニングについて厳しい警告を与えました。
B2 adverb /səˈpəʊzɪdli/

supposedly

いわゆる
Meaning
used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be
Example
He is supposedly the best player on the team.
彼はチームで一番うまい選手だと言われている。
B2 noun /ˈkæt fɪʃ/

Cat fish

ナマズ
Meaning
a freshwater fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, commonly found in ponds and rivers
Example
Catfish is often fried and served with rice in Bengali cuisine.
ナマズはしばしば揚げられ、ベンガル料理ではご飯と一緒に出されます。
B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

消極的な; ためらう; 何かをすることに抵抗がある;
Meaning
unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;
Example
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
彼女は個人情報を共有することに消極的でした。
B2 noun /əkˈsɛsəri/

accessory

アクセサリー; 犯罪に加担する人物
Meaning
a thing which can be added to something else to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive; a person who assists in committing a crime
Example
She bought some stylish accessories for her new phone.
彼女は新しい電話のためにいくつかのスタイリッシュなアクセサリーを買いました。
B2 adjective /ˈnær.ə.tɪv/

Narrative

物語的な; 描写的な; 物語を語る
Meaning
relating to storytelling; descriptive; telling a story; recounting events
Example
The narrative structure of the novel was quite complex.
その小説の物語的な構造はかなり複雑でした。
B2 noun/verb /ˈwɒf.əl/

waffle

ワッフル (食品), あいまいに話す
Meaning
as noun: a crisp cake with a pattern of deep squares; as verb: to speak or write vaguely without making a clear decision
Example
He kept waffling instead of making a decision.
彼は決定を下す代わりに、ずっと迷っていました。
B2 noun ˈbɪz.nɪs ˈfaɪ.næns

business finance

ビジネスファイナンス
Meaning
The area of finance that deals with sources of funding and the capital structure of corporations.
Example
Effective business finance enhances profitability.
効果的なビジネスファイナンスは利益性を高めます。
B2 verb /dʒɑːɡ/

jog

ジョギングする
Meaning
to run at a slow, steady pace for exercise
Example
She jogs every morning in the park.
彼女は毎朝公園でジョギングします。
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 ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

矛盾する
Meaning
Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.
Example
Their views on education are contradictory.
彼らの教育に対する見解は矛盾しています。
B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

塊 / 断片
Meaning
a thick or solid piece of something
Example
She cut the cake into large chunks.
彼女はケーキを大きな塊に切った。
B2 noun/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
B2 noun /bɑnd/

Bond

絆; 債券
Meaning
a close connection joining two or more people; a certificate of debt issued by a government or corporation
Example
The strong bond between the mother and child was evident.
母親と子供の間の強い絆は明らかでした。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪvɪk/

civic

市民の
Meaning
relating to a city, town, or the duties of its citizens
Example
The mayor encouraged people to take part in civic activities.
市長は人々に市民活動に参加するように促しました。
B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

素早く読む
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
彼女は会議の前にレポートをサッと読みました。
B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

正当性
Meaning
the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful
Example
The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.
選挙の正当性は観察者によって疑問視されました。
B2 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

アルミニウム
Meaning
a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging
Example
Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.
アルミニウムは缶や飛行機の部品に使われます。
B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

促進する
Meaning
Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.
Example
Promoting practical education ensures skill development.
実践的な教育を促進することは、スキルの発展を確実にします。
B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

予見する
Meaning
To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.
Example
She could foresee the challenges ahead.
彼女は前方の課題を予見することができました。