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B2 adjective /wiː/

wee

とても小さい
Meaning
very small in size; tiny
Example
She gave me a wee smile before leaving.
彼女は去る前に小さな笑顔をくれました。
C2 verb /ˈprætəl/

prattle

おしゃべり
Meaning
to talk at length in a foolish or inconsequential way
Example
The children would prattle on about their games.
子供たちは自分たちのゲームについておしゃべりをしていた。
C1 noun /stæɡˈneɪ.ʃən/

stagnation

停滞
Meaning
A state of inactivity or lack of growth, especially in an economy.
Example
High unemployment led to economic stagnation.
高い失業率が経済の停滞を引き起こしました。
C1 adjective /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃəl/

differential

差別的
Meaning
Relating to or showing a difference; involving a distinction.
Example
There is a differential treatment between the two groups.
2つのグループ間に差別的な扱いがあります。
B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

Meaning
to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive
Example
He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.
B1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.ʒɪn/

Origin

起源
Meaning
the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived; the source
Example
Scientists are studying the origin of the universe.
科学者たちは宇宙の起源を研究しています。
A1 noun /ˈɛər.pɔːrt/

airport

空港
Meaning
A place where airplanes take off and land, with buildings for passengers and cargo.
Example
We arrived at the airport two hours before the flight.
私たちはフライトの2時間前に空港に到着しました。
C1 noun /ɪɡˌzɪl.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

exhilaration

興奮または喜び
Meaning
A feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation.
Example
The feeling of exhilaration after a roller-coaster ride is amazing.
ジェットコースターの後のエクスヒラレーションの感覚は素晴らしいです。
B2 noun /ˈkʊriər/

courier

宅配便
Meaning
a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail
Example
The courier delivered the documents on time.
クーリエは時間通りに書類を配達しました。
C1 verb ɪˈnɔː.ɡjə.reɪ.tɪd

inaugurated

開会
Meaning
Begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period) formally.
Example
The organization was inaugurated officially.
その組織は正式に開会されました。
B1 noun ˈseɪ.vɪŋ

saving

貯金
Meaning
The practice of keeping and accumulating money for future use rather than spending it immediately.
Example
Regular saving habits ensure financial security.
定期的な貯金習慣は、財政的な安全を確保します。
B2 phrase kəˈlek.tɪv ˈæk.ʃən

collective action

集団行動
Meaning
Action taken by a group of people working together toward a common goal or purpose.
Example
Collective action is needed to mitigate climate change.
気候変動を緩和するには、集団行動が必要です。
A1 title /ˈmɪsɪz/

mrs

ミセス
Meaning
a title used before a married woman's name
Example
Mrs. Karim is the headmistress of the school.
ミセス・カリムは学校の校長です。
B2 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

哀れな; 惨めな
Meaning
arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate
Example
His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.
彼の悲惨な謝罪の試みは事態をさらに悪化させた。
C1 adjective /ˈraʊ.di/

Rowdy

騒々しい; 無秩序な; 破壊的な
Meaning
disorderly; unruly; noisy and disruptive
Example
The rowdy children were making too much noise.
騒々しい子供たちは大きな音を立てていた。
C2 noun /pəˈtruːn/

poltroon

臆病者
Meaning
a cowardly person
Example
He acted like a poltroon during the crisis.
彼は危機の際、臆病者のように振る舞った。
C2 adjective /saɪˈdɪəriəl/

sidereal

恒星の
Meaning
Relating to the stars or constellations; measured relative to the stars.
Example
Astronomers use sidereal time to track the positions of stars.
天文学者は恒星時を使用して星の位置を追跡します。
A1 noun ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ

language

言語
Meaning
A method of communication used by humans, consisting of spoken and written words structured in specific ways.
Example
Learning a new language can be exciting.
新しい言語を学ぶことはワクワクすることができます。
C2 adjective /daɪˈæfənəs/

diaphanous

透けている
Meaning
Light, delicate, and translucent.
Example
She wore a diaphanous dress that shimmered in the sunlight.
彼女は太陽の光の中で輝く透けているドレスを着ていた。
C1 adjective ˈɒk.sɪ.də.tɪv

oxidative

酸化に関連する
Meaning
Related to or caused by oxidation, especially cellular damage from free radicals.
Example
Excess stress can lead to oxidative damage in cells.
過度のストレスは細胞に酸化的な損傷を引き起こす可能性があります。
C1 noun /poʊˈɛt.ɪks/

poetics

詩学、詩の理論
Meaning
the study or theory of poetry and its principles
Example
He wrote a book on poetics explaining the art of verse.
彼は詩の技法を説明するポエティクスに関する本を書きました。
C1 verb /ˈfɔːrtɪˌfaɪ/

fortify

強化する
Meaning
To strengthen a place, person, or thing physically or mentally.
Example
They fortified the city walls to protect against invasion.
彼らは侵略に備えて街の壁を強化しました。
B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

スキャンダル
Meaning
an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation
Example
The politician's affair became a public scandal.
その政治家の不倫は公然のスキャンダルとなった。
B1 noun /ˈsæl.ər.i/

Salary

給料
Meaning
a fixed regular payment, typically paid on a monthly basis
Example
She receives a good salary for her work as a teacher.
彼女は教師としての仕事に対して良い給料を受け取っています。
B2 noun /ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/

emergence

出現
Meaning
the process of coming into view, existence, or prominence
Example
The emergence of new technologies has transformed communication.
新しい技術の出現は、コミュニケーションを変革しました。
C2 adjective /ˌsʌpəzɪˈtɪʃəs/

supposititious

仮定的
Meaning
Based on assumption rather than fact; not genuine or authentic.
Example
The story turned out to be supposititious, with no evidence to support it.
その話は仮定的であり、それを支持する証拠はありませんでした。
A2 adjective /ˈdeɪndʒərəs/

dangerous

危険
Meaning
likely to cause harm or injury; unsafe
Example
Driving fast on icy roads is dangerous.
氷の道路で速く運転するのは危険です。
B2 noun /mɪkst ˈkʌlər/

Mixed colour

混合色
Meaning
a color created by combining two or more different colors
Example
The mixed colour created a beautiful gradient on the canvas.
混合色はキャンバスに美しいグラデーションを作り出しました。
A1 noun /aɪs/

Ice

氷
Meaning
water that has frozen and become solid
Example
The ice in my drink melted quickly in the hot weather.
私の飲み物の氷は暑い天気で素早く溶けました。
C1 verb /spɜːr/

spur

促す / 奨励する
Meaning
To encourage or motivate someone to take action.
Example
The teacher's praise spurred him to study harder.
教師の賞賛は彼にもっと一生懸命勉強するように促した。
A2 noun /ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

farming

農業
Meaning
the activity or business of growing crops and raising animals for food or other products
Example
Farming requires both hard work and knowledge about the land.
農業は、土地に関する知識と共に、勤勉な作業を必要とします。
C1 noun /ˈflɔː.rə/

flora

特定の地域や生息地に見られる植物生命
Meaning
The plant life found in a particular region or habitat.
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to a vast flora diversity.
アマゾンの熱帯雨林は豊かなフローラの多様性の家です。
C2 noun /ˈpɑr.bəl/

Parbal

尖ったウリ
Meaning
A green vegetable also known as pointed gourd, commonly used in South Asian cuisine
Example
Mother prepared parbal curry with fish.
母は魚と一緒に尖ったウリのカレーを作りました。
A2 noun /niː/

Knee

膝
Meaning
the joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans
Example
He fell and scraped his knee on the pavement.
彼は転んで、歩道で膝を擦りむきました。
C2 noun /ˈkærəm/

Carom

キャラウェイ
Meaning
aromatic seeds of a plant used as a spice, especially in Indian cooking
Example
Carom seeds are often used in traditional Indian bread recipes.
キャラウェイの種は、伝統的なインディアンのパンのレシピでよく使われます。
B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

皮むき器
Meaning
a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables
Example
Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.
ポテトの皮をむくために皮むき器を使用してください。
B1 noun /ˈrɪðəm/

rhythm

リズム
Meaning
a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound
Example
The rhythm of the music made everyone want to dance.
音楽のリズムはみんなを踊りたくさせた。
C1 noun /fɪlθ/

filth

汚れ
Meaning
dirty or disgusting matter; moral corruption
Example
The streets were full of filth after the storm.
嵐の後、通りは汚れでいっぱいでした。
B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

その上
Meaning
Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.
Example
The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.
その仕事は挑戦的です。その上、優れたコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。
A2 noun /ɡoʊld/

Gold

金
Meaning
a precious yellow metallic element; jewelry or ornaments made of gold
Example
The gold bracelet sparkled in the sunlight.
金のブレスレットは太陽の光で輝いていました。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːspɪsɪz/

auspices

後援
Meaning
Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.
Example
The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations.
会議は国連の後援の下で行われました。
C2 adjective /sɪər/

sere

枯れた
Meaning
Dry or withered, especially vegetation.
Example
The sere leaves crumbled under his feet.
枯れた葉が彼の足元で崩れた。
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。
C1 verb /ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

stigmatize

スティグマタイズする
Meaning
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
Example
People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized.
特定の病気の人々はしばしば不当な方法でスティグマタイズされる。
C1 noun /ˈdaɪəˌlɛkt/

dialect

方言
Meaning
A particular form of a language spoken in a specific region or by a specific group.
Example
He speaks a dialect of Bengali that is common in rural areas.
彼は田舎で一般的なベンガル語の方言を話します。
A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /moʊst/

most

ほとんど
Meaning
the greatest in amount, degree, or number
Example
Most people like to relax on weekends.
ほとんどの人々は週末にリラックスすることを好む。
C1 noun /ˈpoʊdiətrɪst/

podiatrist

足病医
Meaning
a doctor specializing in foot care
Example
I have an appointment with the podiatrist for my ankle pain.
足首の痛みのためにポディアトリストに予約があります。
B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
B1 noun /ˈsɜr.fɪs/

Surface

表面; 上層
Meaning
the outside part or uppermost layer of something
Example
The submarine emerged to the surface of the ocean.
潜水艦は海面に浮かび上がった。
C2 adjective /ˈvoʊtɪv/

votive

奉納
Meaning
Offered or dedicated in fulfillment of a vow.
Example
She lit a votive candle in the church as a prayer.
彼女は教会で祈りとして奉納のキャンドルを灯しました。
C1 noun /riˈæktənt/

reactant

Meaning
A substance that takes part in and undergoes change during a chemical reaction.
Example
Oxygen is a reactant in the process of combustion.
C2 adjective /fəˈlɪsɪtəs/

felicitous

適切な、ふさわしい、または楽しい; 幸運や幸福で特徴付けられる
Meaning
well-chosen, appropriate, or pleasing; marked by good fortune or happiness
Example
She made a felicitous remark that lightened the mood.
彼女は気分を軽くする適切なコメントをしました。
C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz

residues

残留物
Meaning
A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.
Example
The burning process leaves no harmful residues.
燃焼プロセスでは有害な残留物は残りません。
C1 noun /rɪˈpraɪ.zəl/

Reprisal

報復
Meaning
an act of retaliation; revenge taken for an injury or wrong
Example
The attack was carried out as a reprisal for the earlier bombing.
この攻撃は以前の爆撃に対する報復として行われました。
A2 noun /klʌb/

club

クラブ
Meaning
an organization of people with a common interest; also a place for social gatherings or entertainment
Example
He joined the local tennis club to meet new people.
彼は新しい人々に会うために地元のテニスクラブに参加しました。
B2 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

匿名の; 名前のない
Meaning
having an unknown name or identity; nameless
Example
The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.
著者は匿名のペンネームでその本を出版した。
B1 noun/verb /skɔːr/

score

スコア
Meaning
a number of points achieved in a game or test; to gain points or achieve a goal
Example
He scored the winning goal in the final match.
彼は最後の試合で決勝ゴールを決めました。
B1 noun /ləˈbɔːr.ə.tɔːr.i/

Laboratory (Lab)

実験室
Meaning
a room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching
Example
The scientists conducted their experiments in the well-equipped laboratory.
科学者たちは設備の整った実験室で実験を行いました。
C2 adjective /dɪˈmoʊniˌæk/

demoniac

悪魔的な
Meaning
possessed, produced, or influenced by a demon; frenzied or violent
Example
The soldiers fought with demoniac fury.
兵士たちは悪魔的な怒りで戦った。
B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

抗酸化物質
Meaning
A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.
Example
Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.
果物や野菜には抗酸化物質が豊富に含まれています。
B2 noun /kəmˈpliːʃən/

completion

完了
Meaning
the action or process of finishing something
Example
The completion of the project will take another few weeks.
プロジェクトの完了にはさらに数週間かかります。
B1 noun ˈwɔː.mɪŋ

warming

温暖化
Meaning
The process of becoming warmer; an increase in temperature.
Example
Warming is accelerating due to greenhouse gases.
温室効果ガスの影響で、ウォーミングが加速しています。
B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

チーム
Meaning
a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports
Example
The football squad trained hard before the championship match.
サッカーチームはチャンピオンシップの試合の前に一生懸命練習した。
C1 verb /məˈtɪərɪəlaɪz/

materialize

実現する
Meaning
To become real or actual; to appear suddenly or in a physical form.
Example
The opportunity he had been waiting for finally materialized.
彼が待っていたチャンスはついに実現しました。
C1 verb/noun /ˈswæɡ.ər/

swagger

自信過剰
Meaning
To walk or behave in a very confident and arrogant way.
Example
He swaggered into the room as if he owned the place.
彼はまるでその場所のオーナーであるかのように部屋に入ってきました。
C1 noun /əˌsaɪˈniː/

assignee

受領者
Meaning
a person to whom a right or property is legally transferred
Example
The assignee of the contract is responsible for all future obligations.
契約のアサイニーはすべての将来の義務に責任を負います。
B2 interjection /ˈbrɑː.voʊ/

bravo

ブラボー
Meaning
used to express approval, admiration, or praise
Example
The audience shouted 'Bravo!' after the stunning performance.
観客は素晴らしいパフォーマンスの後で「ブラボー！」と叫びました。
C2 adjective /ˌdɛl.ɪˈtɪə.ri.əs/

deleterious

有害な
Meaning
Causing physical or mental harm or damage.
Example
Smoking has deleterious effects on health.
喫煙は健康に有害な影響を与えます。
C2 noun /ˌhaɪdroʊdaɪˈnæmɪks/

hydrodynamics

Meaning
The branch of science concerned with the motion of fluids, especially liquids, and the forces acting on solid bodies immersed in fluids.
Example
Hydrodynamics is essential in designing efficient ship hulls.
A2 noun /ˈlem.ən/

Lemon

レモン
Meaning
a yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
Example
She squeezed a lemon into her tea.
彼女はお茶にレモンを絞った。
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

所有権; 財産; 支配
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
その家は何世代にもわたって彼らの家族の所有物です。
B2 noun /stɪŋk/

Stink

悪臭; 臭い
Meaning
a strong unpleasant smell; bad odor
Example
The garbage created a terrible stink in the kitchen.
ゴミは台所でひどい悪臭を引き起こしました。
B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

分析する
Meaning
to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions
Example
Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.
科学者たちは新しいパターンを発見するためにデータを分析しています。
C1 noun/verb /brʊk/

brook

小川 / 容認する
Meaning
As a noun: a small natural stream; As a verb: to tolerate or endure something
Example
The village was built near a clear brook.
その村は清らかな小川の近くに建てられました。
B1 noun /ˌkɒn.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

contribution

貢献
Meaning
A gift or payment to a common fund or collection.
Example
His contribution to the project was vital.
彼の貢献はプロジェクトにとって重要でした。
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

論争の的
Meaning
Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.
Example
The policy remains controversial.
その政策は論争を呼び起こし続けています。
C2 noun /liː/

lea

草地
Meaning
An open area of grassy or arable land; a meadow.
Example
The cottage was surrounded by a quiet lea.
小屋は静かな草地に囲まれていました。
C1 noun /ˈmɪlɪtəˌrɪzəm/

militarism

軍国主義
Meaning
The belief in maintaining a strong military and using it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
Example
The rise of militarism in the region caused tension among neighboring countries.
地域での軍国主義の台頭は、隣国間の緊張を引き起こしました。
B2 noun ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

適応
Meaning
The action or process of adapting or being adapted.
Example
Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.
気候変動への適応は回復力にとって重要です。
B2 verb /wɪp/

whip

ムチで打つ
Meaning
to strike or beat with a flexible instrument such as a rope or cord
Example
The trainer whipped the horse to make it run faster.
トレーナーは馬を速く走らせるために鞭で打った。
C1 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk dɪˈspær.ɪ.ti/

Economic Disparity

経済的不平等
Meaning
The unequal distribution of income and opportunity between different groups in society.
Example
Addressing economic disparity is crucial for social stability.
経済的不平等に対処することは、社会的安定にとって重要です。
C2 verb /skʌlk/

skulk

Meaning
to move or hide secretly, often because you are planning something bad or are feeling guilty
Example
He tried to skulk in the shadows to avoid being seen.
B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

奇妙に; 異常に
Meaning
in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic
Example
She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.
彼女はフォーマルディナーのために、明るい色と珍しい柄の服を着て、特異な方法でドレスアップしました。
B1 verb /aɪˈdentɪfaɪ/

identify

識別する
Meaning
to recognize; to establish who someone is
Example
Can you identify the suspect?
容疑者を特定できますか？
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

変装; 偽装
Meaning
a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth
Example
The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.
スパイは敵に認識されないように精巧な変装をしていた。
C1 adjective /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋ/

Exceeding

過剰な; 超越した
Meaning
going beyond; surpassing; extremely
Example
The project was completed with exceeding excellence.
プロジェクトは極めて優れた成果で完了しました。
C1 noun /weɪl/

Wail

泣き声; 叫び
Meaning
a prolonged cry of pain, grief, or anger; to cry loudly
Example
The child's wail could be heard throughout the house.
その子供の泣き声は家中に聞こえた。
C2 verb /ˈkʌzən/

cozen

だます, 騙す
Meaning
to deceive, cheat, or trick someone
Example
He cozened the old man out of his money.
彼は老人をだましてお金を取った。
B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

long-time

長年の
Meaning
lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years
Example
She is a long-time friend of my family.
彼女は私の家族の長年の友人です。
A2 noun /ˈstrɔːbəri/

Strawberry

いちご
Meaning
a small red heart-shaped fruit with tiny seeds on the surface and sweet taste
Example
I love eating fresh strawberries with cream during summer.
夏にクリームを添えた新鮮ないちごを食べるのが大好きです。
B2 adjective ˈɡluːmi

gloomy

陰鬱
Meaning
Dark or poorly lit; depressing or pessimistic.
Example
The atmosphere suddenly turned gloomy.
雰囲気は突然陰鬱になった。
A2 noun /ruːlz/

rules

ルール
Meaning
explicit principles or regulations governing conduct or procedure within a particular area of activity
Example
The teacher reminded the students to follow the classroom rules.
先生は生徒にクラスのルールに従うように注意しました。
C1 noun /viˈoʊlə/ or /ˈvaɪələ/

viola

ヴィオラ
Meaning
A stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, with a deeper and mellower tone.
Example
She chose to play the viola in the school orchestra.
彼女は学校のオーケストラでヴィオラを演奏することを選びました。
C1 adjective ˈtæktɪkəl

tactical

戦術的
Meaning
Relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific military or political end.
Example
Tactical thinking is crucial in business negotiations.
戦術的思考はビジネス交渉において重要です。
B2 noun /ˈdʒes.tʃər/

Gesture

ジェスチャー
Meaning
a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning
Example
She made a welcoming gesture with her hands to invite the guests inside.
彼女は手でゲストを招待するために歓迎のジェスチャーをしました。
C2 adjective /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

combustible

可燃性の
Meaning
Capable of catching fire and burning easily.
Example
Dry leaves are highly combustible.
乾燥した葉は非常に可燃性があります。
B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

思いやりのある; 配慮深い
Meaning
showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful
Example
He is always considerate of others' feelings.
彼はいつも他人の感情に配慮しています。
A1 noun /aɪˈdiː.ə/

Idea

アイデア; 概念; 提案
Meaning
a thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action; a concept or mental impression
Example
She had a brilliant idea for solving the company's efficiency problem.
彼女は会社の効率問題を解決するための素晴らしいアイデアを持っていました。
C1 noun (plural) /ˈɪndɪˌsiːz/

indices

インデックス
Meaning
plural form of index; statistical measures or reference points used for comparison
Example
Stock market indices fell sharply after the announcement.
発表後、株式市場のインデックスは急落しました。
A1 noun /ˈbrʌðər/

brother

兄弟
Meaning
a male sibling
Example
My brother is two years older than me.
私の兄は私より2歳年上です。
B1 noun; gerund /ˈnɪtɪŋ/

knitting

編み物
Meaning
the craft or activity of making fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles; the act of forming something closely or firmly together
Example
She spends her evenings knitting scarves for her family.
彼女は家族のために夜に編み物をします。
C2 noun /ˈvaɪkaʊnt/

viscount

子爵
Meaning
A British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron.
Example
The viscount inherited the estate from his father.
子爵は父親から領地を相続しました。
C2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪkəl/

metrical

韻律の
Meaning
Relating to or composed in a regular rhythmic pattern of beats or meter, especially in poetry.
Example
The poet carefully followed metrical rules in his verses.
詩人は自分の詩の中でメトリカルなルールを慎重に守った。
C2 noun /eɪˈklɑː/

eclat

大成功
Meaning
Brilliant success, acclaim, or great public approval.
Example
The artist's debut performance was met with great éclat.
アーティストの初めてのパフォーマンスは大成功を収めました。
B1 noun /ˈprɛər/

prayer

祈り
Meaning
a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity
Example
She recited a prayer before the meal.
彼女は食事の前に祈りを捧げました。
C2 verb /ʃʌk/

shuck

殻を剥く
Meaning
To remove the outer covering, such as the husk of corn or shell of shellfish.
Example
She learned how to shuck oysters quickly.
彼女は牡蠣の殻を素早く剥く方法を学びました。
A2 adjective /meɪn/

main

主要な
Meaning
most important; chief in size, extent, or importance
Example
The main reason for his success is hard work.
彼の成功の主な理由は、努力したことです。
C1 adjective /aɪˈdɪlɪk/

idyllic

田園詩のように美しい
Meaning
Like an idyll; extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.
Example
They enjoyed an idyllic vacation by the sea.
彼らは海辺で田園詩のような休暇を楽しみました。
C1 adjective /prɪˈpɒstərəs/

preposterous

馬鹿げた, 不合理な
Meaning
completely ridiculous or absurd; contrary to reason or common sense
Example
The idea that pigs could fly is preposterous.
豚が飛ぶことができるという考えは馬鹿げている。
C1 verb /pləˈkeɪt/

placate

なだめる
Meaning
to make someone less angry or hostile; to calm or soothe
Example
He tried to placate the angry customer with a refund.
彼は返金で怒っている顧客をなだめようとした。
C2 verb /ˈlæs.ə.reɪt/

lacerate

裂ける、引き裂く
Meaning
to tear or cut deeply in the skin or flesh
Example
The broken glass lacerated his hand.
壊れたガラスが彼の手を切った。
C2 noun /ˈɒlɪv brɑːntʃ/

olive-branch

オリーブの枝
Meaning
A symbol of peace or reconciliation; an offer to end conflict.
Example
He extended an olive-branch to his rival after years of hostility.
彼は長年の敵対後、ライバルにオリーブの枝を差し出した。
C2 noun /ˈpɒsi/

posse

ギャング / 友達グループ
Meaning
A group of people, often friends or a group organized to support or enforce the law.
Example
He arrived at the party with his posse of friends.
彼は友達グループと一緒にパーティーに到着しました。
C1 noun /ˈɡreɪ.haʊnd/

Greyhound

グレイハウンド
Meaning
a tall, thin dog with long legs that can run very fast
Example
The greyhound won the race at the dog track.
グレイハウンドは犬の競技場でレースに勝ちました。
B2 verb /ˈsɜːrkjəˌleɪt/

circulate

循環する, 動く
Meaning
to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area
Example
Air circulated freely in the open hall.
空気は開かれたホールで自由に循環していました。
B1 adjective /ˈɔːkwəd/

awkward

気まずい
Meaning
causing or feeling embarrassment; difficult to deal with
Example
There was an awkward silence after his joke.
彼のジョークの後、気まずい沈黙がありました。
B1 noun /ˈrɛzɪdəns/

residence

レジデンス
Meaning
a place where someone lives; a home or dwelling
Example
He recently moved to a new residence near the city center.
彼は最近、市内中心部近くの新しいレジデンスに引っ越しました。
B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

豊富
Meaning
existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
Example
The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.
庭は色とりどりの花であふれていました。
C1 noun /kənˈtɪn.dʒən.si/

contingency

緊急計画
Meaning
A provision for an unforeseen event or circumstance, especially in financial planning.
Example
The company has a contingency plan for economic downturns.
会社は経済的な後退に備えた緊急計画を持っています。
B1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.təm/

Custom

習慣; 慣習; 関税;
Meaning
a traditional practice or behavior; duties levied on imports; habitual practice
Example
It is a local custom to remove shoes before entering someone's home.
他の人の家に入る前に靴を脱ぐのは、地元の習慣です。
A2 pronoun /wɒtˈɛvər/

whatever

何でも
Meaning
used to refer to anything or everything that is of the type mentioned
Example
You can choose whatever you like.
あなたは何でも好きなものを選んでください。