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A2 noun /wiːl/

wheel

車輪
Meaning
a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things
Example
The wheel of the car broke down on the way.
車の車輪が道で壊れた。
C1 noun ˈθɜː.məl stres

thermal stress

熱応力
Meaning
Stress caused by excessive heat that affects plant growth and development.
Example
High thermal stress affects plant growth.
高い熱的ストレスは植物の成長に影響を与えます。
C2 verb /trænsˈfɪɡjʊər/

transfigure

変形する
Meaning
To transform the outward appearance or form, often in a way that elevates or glorifies.
Example
The artist managed to transfigure simple clay into a beautiful sculpture.
アーティストは単純な粘土を美しい彫刻に変えることができました。
C2 verb /θrɛʃ/

thresh

Meaning
to separate grain from the plant by beating or by using a machine
Example
Farmers used machines to thresh the wheat after harvest.
C1 noun /kəˈres/

Caress

愛撫
Meaning
a gentle or loving touch
Example
The mother's gentle caress calmed the crying baby.
母親の優しい愛撫が泣いている赤ちゃんを落ち着かせた。
C2 noun /ˌbenɪˈdɪkʃən/

Benediction

祝福
Meaning
a blessing, especially a ceremonial one; an expression of good wishes
Example
The priest gave his benediction to the newlyweds.
神父は新婚夫婦に祝福を与えました。
B1 adjective /ˈθæŋk.fəl/

Thankful

感謝している
Meaning
pleased and relieved; expressing gratitude; appreciative
Example
I am thankful for all your help and support.
あなたの助けとサポートに感謝しています。
C1 verb /ˌɪn.trəˈspekt/

introspect

内省する
Meaning
To examine one's own thoughts, feelings, or mental state.
Example
He often introspects before making important decisions.
彼は重要な決定を下す前にしばしば自己分析をします。
A2 noun /spiːd/

Speed

速度; スピード
Meaning
the rate at which someone or something moves or operates
Example
The car reached a speed of 100 miles per hour.
車は時速100マイルのスピードに達した。
C2 adjective /ˈkɒs.ɪ.tɪd/

cosseted

甘やかされた
Meaning
pampered, treated with excessive care and attention
Example
The cosseted child always got what he wanted.
甘やかされた子供は、いつも欲しいものを手に入れていた。
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。
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。
C1 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈoʊ.kər/

mediocre

平凡
Meaning
Of only average quality; not very good.
Example
The movie was entertaining but overall mediocre.
その映画は面白かったが、全体的に平凡だった。
C2 noun /ˈɛksplətɪv/

expletive

罵声
Meaning
a word or phrase used as an exclamation, often offensive or profane
Example
He shouted an expletive when he dropped the hammer on his foot.
彼はハンマーを足に落としたときに罵声をあげました。
A2 adverb, conjunction /haʊˈɛvər/

however

しかし
Meaning
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously said
Example
The journey was long; however, it was enjoyable.
旅は長かった; しかし、それは楽しかった。
B1 noun ˈreɪn.fɒr.ɪst

rainforest

熱帯雨林
Meaning
A luxuriant, dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall.
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to millions of species.
アマゾンの熱帯雨林は数百万種の生物の家です。
C1 noun /ˈplez.ən.tri/

Pleasantry

社交辞令
Meaning
a remark made in order to be polite or friendly; light conversation or jokes
Example
They exchanged pleasantries before the meeting began.
彼らは会議が始まる前に社交辞令を交わした。
B1 noun /pəˈpaɪə/

Papaya

パパイヤ
Meaning
a large orange tropical fruit with sweet orange flesh and black seeds
Example
Papaya is rich in vitamins and very good for health.
パパイヤはビタミンが豊富で、健康に非常に良いです。
C1 adjective /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

paradoxical

逆説的
Meaning
Seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense, yet possibly true.
Example
It is paradoxical that standing is often more tiring than walking.
立っていることが歩くことよりも疲れるのは逆説的です。
C1 noun /ˌtes.tɪˈmoʊ.ni.əl/

Testimonial

推薦状
Meaning
a formal statement testifying to someone's character and qualifications
Example
The professor wrote a glowing testimonial for her former student.
教授は彼女の元生徒のために素晴らしい推薦状を書きました。
C2 adjective /ˈəʊ.dər.əs/

Odorous

芳香のある; 香り高い
Meaning
having a strong smell; fragrant; aromatic
Example
The garden was filled with odorous flowers.
庭は芳香のある花で満たされていた。
B2 noun ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

benchmark

基準
Meaning
A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.
Example
Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.
サバ・アル・アハマド海港都市は、持続可能性の基準を設定しました。
C1 verb; noun /beltʃ/

belch

げっぷをする
Meaning
to expel air noisily from the stomach through the mouth; to emit or pour out suddenly and forcefully
Example
After drinking the soda, he belched loudly.
ソーダを飲んだ後、彼は大きなげっぷをした。
C1 noun dɪˈfleɪʃən

deflation

デフレーション
Meaning
Reduction of the general level of prices in an economy.
Example
Deflation often leads to decreased consumer spending.
デフレーションはしばしば消費者の支出を減少させる。
C2 noun /njʊˈrældʒə/

neuralgia

神経痛
Meaning
intense, often intermittent pain along a nerve pathway
Example
The patient suffers from neuralgia in her face.
患者は顔に神経痛を抱えています。
C1 verb /bloʊt/

bloat

膨らむ
Meaning
to swell or cause to swell, often due to fluid or gas
Example
Eating too much junk food can bloat your stomach.
ジャンクフードを食べすぎると、あなたの胃が膨らむことがあります。
C1 noun /ˈʃoʊ.və.nɪst/

chauvinist

過度に偏った人物
Meaning
A person displaying excessive or prejudiced loyalty to a group, cause, or gender.
Example
He was labeled a chauvinist after his remarks about women in the workplace.
職場で女性についての彼の発言の後、彼はショービニストとラベル付けされた。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtrɛpɪd/

intrepid

勇敢な
Meaning
fearless and adventurous, often used humorously
Example
The intrepid traveler explored the jungle alone.
その勇敢な旅行者は一人でジャングルを探検した。
A2 verb /baɪt/

bite

かむ
Meaning
to cut with teeth; to have a sharp effect
Example
The dog might bite if it feels threatened.
その犬は、もし脅威を感じると噛むかもしれません。
A2 adjective /ˈkʌlərfəl/

colorful

カラフル
Meaning
having bright colors; full of variety or interest
Example
The festival was full of colorful decorations.
その祭りはカラフルな装飾でいっぱいでした。
A2 noun /teɪp/

tape

テープ
Meaning
a long, narrow strip of material, often sticky on one side, used for fastening or sticking things together
Example
I need some tape to seal this box.
この箱を封をするためにテープが必要です。
A2 adjective /kənˈsɜːnd/

concerned

心配な
Meaning
worried or anxious about something; involved or interested in something
Example
She was concerned about her mother's health.
彼女は母親の健康について心配していた。
A1 adverb /ˈver.i/

Very

非常に; 極端に; とても
Meaning
to a high degree; extremely; greatly
Example
She is very intelligent and works very hard.
彼女は非常に賢く、非常に一生懸命働いています。
C2 noun /ˈdʒes.tər/

Jester

道化師; ピエロ
Meaning
a professional joker or fool at a medieval court; someone who jokes a lot
Example
The court jester entertained the king with witty remarks and amusing tricks.
宮廷の道化師は、鋭いコメントや面白いトリックで王様を楽しませた。
B2 adverb /ˈtaɪtli/

Tightly

しっかり; 強く
Meaning
in a tight manner; firmly; securely
Example
Hold the rope tightly so you don't fall.
ロープをしっかり持って、落ちないようにします。
C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.fəl/

Merciful

慈悲深い; 同情的な
Meaning
showing compassion or forgiveness; kind and forgiving
Example
The merciful judge gave him a lighter sentence.
慈悲深い裁判官は彼に軽い判決を与えました。
B1 noun /ˈref.ər.əns/

Reference

参考文献
Meaning
the action of mentioning or alluding to something; a source of information
Example
Please provide references to support your research claims.
研究の主張を支持するために参考文献を提供してください。
C2 verb /ˈoʊɡəl/

ogle

じっと見る
Meaning
To look at someone with obvious sexual interest.
Example
He kept ogling the models on the runway.
彼はランウェイのモデルたちを見続けた。
C1 adjective /ˈræb.ɪd/

rabid

狂信的
Meaning
Having extreme or fanatical support for something; relating to or suffering from rabies.
Example
He was a rabid fan of the football team.
彼はサッカーチームの狂信的なファンだった。
B2 noun /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/

Liberty

自由
Meaning
the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views
Example
The Statue of Liberty represents freedom and democracy.
自由の女神は自由と民主主義を象徴しています。
A1 adjective /fjuː/

few

少数
Meaning
A small number of; not many.
Example
Only a few students attended the class.
ほんの少しの学生がクラスに出席しました。
C2 verb /ˈɔːltərˌkeɪt/

altercate

議論する
Meaning
to argue or dispute angrily or noisily
Example
The neighbors began to altercate over the boundary wall.
隣人たちは境界の壁について議論し始めました。
C1 noun /koʊlt/

Colt

子馬
Meaning
a young male horse, especially one under four years old
Example
The farmer trained the young colt to accept a saddle.
農夫は若いコルトを鞍を受け入れるように訓練しました。
A1 noun/verb /maɪnd/

mind

心 / 世話する
Meaning
the part of a person that enables them to think, feel, and reason; to pay attention or take care
Example
Please mind the gap between the train and the platform.
列車とプラットフォームの間の隙間に注意してください。
C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

三部作
Meaning
a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story
Example
The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.
監督はついに三部作を完成させるために、三番目の映画を公開しました。
C1 noun /ˈvɜː.tɪ.kəl ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

vertical farming

垂直農業
Meaning
The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.
Example
Vertical farming ensures maximum space utilization in urban areas.
垂直農業は都市部で最大のスペース活用を確保します。
C2 noun /ˌdɪpsəˈmeɪniæk/

dipsomaniac

アルコール中毒者
Meaning
A person with an uncontrollable craving for alcoholic drinks.
Example
The novel portrayed the tragic downfall of a dipsomaniac who lost everything to alcohol.
その小説はアルコールに全てを失ったアルコール中毒者の悲劇的な転落を描いています。
C1 noun əbˈzɔːrp.ʃən

absorption

吸収
Meaning
The process or action by which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another.
Example
Plants help in the absorption of carbon dioxide.
植物は二酸化炭素の吸収を助けます。
B2 noun /ˈbrændɪŋ/

branding

ブランドまたは会社のアイデンティティを作成し、促進するプロセス
Meaning
The process of creating and promoting a brand or company identity.
Example
Effective branding is key to building customer loyalty.
効果的なブランディングは顧客の忠誠心を築くための鍵です。
B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

確率
Meaning
the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur
Example
There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.
明日は高い確率で雨が降るでしょう。
B2 verb /rɪp/

rip

裂ける
Meaning
to tear something quickly or violently
Example
He accidentally ripped his shirt on the fence.
彼はフェンスでシャツをうっかり裂けてしまいました。
C1 verb /ˈkrɪsən/

christen

洗礼名を付ける
Meaning
to give a name to someone at baptism or to name something officially
Example
They christened the ship after the queen.
彼らは船に女王の名前を付けました。
A1 adjective /ˈbɪzi/

busy

忙しい
Meaning
actively engaged in work or activity; occupied
Example
He is too busy to answer the phone.
彼は電話に出るのがあまりにも忙しい。
C1 noun ˈiːkəʊˌsɪstəm ˈsɜːvɪsɪz

ecosystem services

生態系サービス
Meaning
The benefits people obtain from ecosystems.
Example
Forests provide valuable ecosystem services, such as purifying air and water.
森林は空気と水を浄化するなど、貴重な生態系サービスを提供します。
B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

クリスタル
Meaning
a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns
Example
She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.
彼女はきらめくクリスタルのネックレスを身につけていました。
B2 noun /əˈsɜːʃən/

assertion

主張
Meaning
a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief
Example
Her assertion that she was right was met with silence.
彼女の自分が正しいという主張は、沈黙とともに受け入れられました。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.səˌbɔːr.dɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

insubordination

反抗
Meaning
Defiance of authority; refusal to obey orders.
Example
The soldier was punished for insubordination during the mission.
その兵士はミッション中の反抗で罰せられました。
B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

変革的
Meaning
Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.
Example
Transformational projects redefine progress.
変革的なプロジェクトは進歩を再定義します。
C2 verb /ˈdʒɒɡəl/

joggle

軽く揺する
Meaning
to shake slightly; to move or cause to move with quick, small jerks
Example
He joggled the table and the vase nearly fell.
彼はテーブルを揺すって、花瓶が倒れそうになった。
C1 adjective ˈmer.ɪt beɪst

merit-based

実力主義
Meaning
Based on or determined by individual merit, ability, or achievement rather than other factors.
Example
Merit-based recruitment strengthens the workforce.
実力主義の採用は労働力を強化します。
C1 noun /ˈskælpəl/

scalpel

メス
Meaning
A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery and dissection.
Example
The surgeon carefully used a scalpel to make the first incision.
外科医は慎重にメスを使って最初の切開を行いました。
B1 noun /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

Capital

首都; 資本; 財産
Meaning
the most important city or town of a country or region; wealth in the form of money or assets
Example
Paris is the capital of France and also a major financial capital.
パリはフランスの首都であり、また主要な金融の中心地でもあります。
B1 noun, verb /ˈmɜːrdər/

murder

殺人
Meaning
the unlawful killing of a person; to kill someone unlawfully and intentionally
Example
The detective investigated the murder that shocked the town.
探偵は町を驚かせた殺人事件を調査しました。
C1 noun /helm/

Helm

舵
Meaning
a tiller or wheel for steering a ship or boat; a position of leadership or control
Example
The experienced captain took the helm and expertly navigated the ship through the storm.
経験豊富な船長は舵を取って、嵐の中で巧みに船を操縦しました。
B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

化学廃棄物
Meaning
Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.
Example
Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.
化学廃棄物は水域を汚染します。
C2 adjective /tɒnˈsɔːriəl/

tonsorial

理髪師に関連する
Meaning
relating to barbers or hairdressing
Example
The town's new barber offered a wide range of tonsorial services.
町の新しい理髪師は、幅広いトンソリアルサービスを提供しました。
C2 adjective /fækˈtɪʃəs/

factitious

人工的な、真実ではない
Meaning
artificial or fabricated; not natural or genuine
Example
The excitement in his story seemed factitious and forced.
彼の話の興奮は人工的で強制的に見えました。
B1 noun /tʃest/

Chest

胸部; 箱
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box
Example
The doctor listened to his chest with a stethoscope.
医者は聴診器で彼の胸部を聞いた。
B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

経済の持続可能性
Meaning
The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.
Example
Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.
経済の持続可能性は長期的な成長を促進する。
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 adjective /ˈmʌnid/

Moneyed

金持ち; 裕福な; 富裕な
Meaning
having much money; wealthy; rich
Example
She comes from a moneyed family with extensive real estate holdings.
彼女は広範な不動産を持つ裕福な家庭から来ています。
B2 verb /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs/

reinforce

強化する
Meaning
To strengthen or support something with additional material, people, or effort.
Example
The teacher used examples to reinforce the lesson.
教師は例を使って授業を強化しました。
C2 adjective /ˈroʊziət/

roseate

バラ色の、楽観的な
Meaning
Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.
Example
She looked at the future with roseate optimism.
彼女はローズ色の楽観主義で未来を見ました。
B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

オーディション
Meaning
A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.
Example
She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.
彼女は学校の劇で主役の役をオーディションした。
C2 adjective /ˈbræsi/

brassy

派手な
Meaning
loud and showy in a way that lacks good taste; resembling brass in color or sound
Example
She wore a brassy necklace that caught everyone’s attention.
彼女は目立つネックレスをしていて、みんなの注目を集めていた。
C2 verb /frɪsk/

frisk

ボディチェックする
Meaning
To search a person by patting their clothing to check for concealed items.
Example
The security guard frisked the man at the entrance.
セキュリティガードは入口でその男性をフリスクしました。
A2 noun /wɜːrks/

works

作品
Meaning
the physical or mental effort used to achieve something
Example
Her works have been exhibited in museums worldwide.
彼女の作品は世界中の博物館で展示されています。
A2 adjective kɑːm

calm

静かな
Meaning
Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions; peaceful.
Example
The calm environment supports healing.
静かな環境が癒しを助けます。
C1 verb /kʌl/

cull

Meaning
to select or remove from a larger group, often to reduce numbers
Example
The farmers decided to cull the sick animals from the herd.
C1 verb /rɪˈsʌsɪteɪt/

resuscitate

Meaning
to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death
Example
The doctors tried to resuscitate the patient after the heart attack.
C2 noun /hɔːɡ plʌm/

Hog plum

ホッグプラム
Meaning
tropical fruit with yellow skin and sour taste
Example
Hog plums are often used to make pickles and chutneys.
ホッグプラムはよくピクルスやチャツネを作るために使われます。
B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

archive

Meaning
A collection of historical documents or records; to store or preserve information for future use.
Example
The library decided to archive all the old manuscripts.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtfəl/

thoughtful

思慮深い
Meaning
showing careful consideration or attention
Example
She gave a thoughtful response to every question asked.
彼女はすべての質問に対して思慮深い回答をしました。
C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/

multiplicity

多様性
Meaning
A large number or variety of something.
Example
The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.
プロジェクトは多様な課題に直面しました。
C1 adjective/verb /ˈkɒn.sə.mət/

consummate

大きな技術で何かを完成させるまたは完璧にする
Meaning
To complete or perfect something with great skill
Example
He is a consummate artist with years of experience.
彼は長年の経験を持つ完璧な芸術家です。
B1 noun /ɪnˈɡriːdiənt/

ingredient

材料
Meaning
A component part or element of something, especially in a recipe.
Example
Flour is a key ingredient in baking bread.
小麦粉はパン作りにおける重要な材料です。
C1 adjective /rɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/

regenerative

再生的な
Meaning
Able to restore or renew damaged environments, soil, or resources.
Example
Regenerative farming improves soil health and biodiversity.
再生農業は土壌の健康と生物多様性を改善します。
C2 noun /ˌaɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/

ideation

アイデア創出
Meaning
The process of forming and developing new ideas or concepts through creative thinking and brainstorming.
Example
The team engaged in ideation sessions to generate new product ideas.
チームは新製品のアイデアを生み出すためにアイデーションセッションに取り組んだ。
B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

建設する
Meaning
to build or form something by putting parts together
Example
They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.
彼らは川に新しい橋を建設する予定です。
B1 adverb /ˈɔːfəli/

awfully

とても
Meaning
in a very great degree; extremely; in a way that is very bad or unpleasant
Example
I am awfully glad to see you again.
また会えてとても嬉しいです。
B2 adjective; verb (past and past participle) /lɜːrnd/

learned

博学な
Meaning
having acquired much knowledge through study; gained knowledge or skill through experience or teaching
Example
She is a learned scholar with deep knowledge of history.
彼女は歴史に詳しい博学な学者です。
B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərd

structured

構造化
Meaning
Having a clear organization or framework; systematically arranged.
Example
A structured execution plan is crucial for success.
構造化された実行計画は成功にとって重要です。
C1 adjective /ˈzoʊ.nəl/

Zonal

ゾーン式
Meaning
relating to or arranged in zones; of, relating to, or having the form of a zone
Example
The city implemented a zonal parking system to manage traffic congestion.
都市は交通渋滞を管理するためにゾーン式駐車システムを導入しました。
B2 verb /ˌriːjuˈnaɪt/

reunite

再会する
Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
その家族は何年も後に再会しました。
C2 noun /ˈnɛkrəˌmænsi/

necromancy

死霊術
Meaning
the practice of communicating with the dead, often to predict the future
Example
Ancient texts described rituals of necromancy performed by priests.
古代の文献には、神父たちによって行われた死霊術の儀式が記述されています。
C1 noun /ˈmɒd.ə.sti/

Modesty

謙虚さ; 謙遜
Meaning
the quality of being humble and not boastful about achievements
Example
Despite his success, he showed great modesty.
成功にもかかわらず、彼は偉大な謙虚さを示しました。
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

強度
Meaning
The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.
Example
The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.
嵐の強度は村人たちを驚かせた。
C2 noun /ˌvɛrɪsɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/

verisimilitude

真実味
Meaning
the appearance of being true or real
Example
The movie was praised for its verisimilitude to actual events.
その映画は実際の出来事に対する真実味で賞賛されました。
B1 noun /tɪn/

tin

スズ
Meaning
a metal container; a chemical element (Sn)
Example
She bought a tin of biscuits from the store.
彼女は店でビスケットの缶を買った。
C1 noun /ˈmælədi/

Malady

病気; 疾患; 重大な問題
Meaning
A disease or ailment; a serious problem
Example
The doctor diagnosed a rare malady that affected her nervous system.
医者は神経系に影響を与えた珍しい病気を診断しました。
A1 verb /smaɪl/

smile

微笑み
Meaning
to express happiness or friendliness by turning the corners of the mouth upwards
Example
She smiled when she saw the gift.
彼女はプレゼントを見て微笑んだ。
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

バイオ燃料
Meaning
A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.
Example
Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.
バイオ燃料は従来のエネルギー源への依存を減らします。
C2 noun /ˈænsɛstrɪs/

ancestress

女性の祖先
Meaning
a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended
Example
She discovered that her ancestress came from a small village in Bengal.
彼女は自分の女性の祖先がベンガルの小さな村出身だと知った。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈsɛlɪbət/

celibate

Meaning
abstaining from marriage and sexual relations; a person who does so
Example
He chose to remain celibate for religious reasons.
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

共鳴
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
彼のスピーチは観客に深い共鳴を与えた。
C2 verb /ˈwɪzn/

wizen

しおれる
Meaning
To become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled.
Example
The flowers began to wizen after days without water.
花は数日間水なしでしおれ始めました。
B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

記念碑
Meaning
A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.
Example
Thousands gather at the National Memorial.
何千人もの人々が国立記念碑に集まります。
C2 noun /ˈlæsi/

lassie

小さな女の子
Meaning
a young girl (informal, mainly Scottish)
Example
The old man greeted the little lassie warmly.
老人は小さな女の子を温かく迎えました。
C1 adjective /ˈsɒnɪk/

sonic

音速の
Meaning
Relating to or involving sound waves or speed of sound.
Example
The jet created a loud boom when it broke the sonic barrier.
ジェット機は音速の壁を越えたとき、大きな爆発音を作り出しました。
C1 adjective /ˈɡleɪʃəl/

glacial

氷または氷河に関連する
Meaning
relating to ice or glaciers; extremely cold or unfriendly
Example
The mountains were covered in glacial ice.
山々は氷河の氷で覆われていました。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

旅行を始める
Meaning
Beginning a journey or enterprise.
Example
The group is embarking on a long journey.
グループは長い旅行を始めるところです。
C2 noun /ˈhɑː.mə.li/

Homily

説教; 道徳的な退屈な講義
Meaning
a religious discourse delivered as part of a church service; a tedious moralizing lecture
Example
The priest delivered an inspiring homily about compassion and forgiveness during Sunday service.
牧師は日曜日の礼拝中に思いやりと許しについての感動的な説教を行いました。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒvɪdənt/

improvident

先見の明がない
Meaning
Not having or showing foresight; spending wastefully or without thought for the future.
Example
His improvident habits left him with no savings.
彼の先見の明がない習慣は、貯金がないまま彼を残した。
C1 adjective ɪnˈdʒiː.ni.əs

ingenious

独創的
Meaning
Showing inventiveness and skill; clever, original, and inventive.
Example
His ingenious ideas transformed modern physics.
彼の独創的なアイデアは現代物理学を変えました。
B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

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

encompass

網羅する
Meaning
To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.
Example
The project will encompass all aspects of rural development.
そのプロジェクトは農村開発のすべての側面を網羅します。
C1 noun /səˈlɪləkwi/

soliloquy

独白
Meaning
a speech in which a character talks to themselves, often used in drama to reveal inner thoughts
Example
Hamlet's soliloquy is one of the most famous passages in Shakespearean drama.
ハムレットの独白はシェイクスピアのドラマの中で最も有名なパッセージの一つです。
C1 verb /ˈɛnərˌdʒaɪz/

energize

活性化する
Meaning
To give energy or vitality to something or someone.
Example
The motivational speech helped energize the team.
モチベーションスピーチはチームを活性化するのに役立ちました。
C2 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈveɪl/

countervail

相殺する
Meaning
to offset or counteract the effect of something
Example
The benefits of the new policy countervail its drawbacks.
新しい政策の利点はその欠点を相殺します。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /baʊnd/

bound

制限された / 縛られた
Meaning
To move with large strides or jumps; also refers to being tied, limited, or certain.
Example
The dog bounded across the field with joy.
犬は喜んでフィールドを跳ねました。
B2 noun /ˈleð.ər/

Leather

革
Meaning
animal skin that has been treated to preserve it and make it suitable for use
Example
He bought a leather jacket from the store.
彼は店でレザージャケットを買った。