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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。
B1 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪmɪnəl/

criminal

犯罪者
Meaning
A person who has committed a crime; relating to crime
Example
The police arrested a dangerous criminal last night.
警察は昨夜、危険な犯罪者を逮捕しました。
B1 noun /weɪst/

Waist

腰
Meaning
the part of the human body below the ribs and above the hips
Example
She tied a belt around her waist.
彼女は腰にベルトを巻きました。
C1 verb /dɪˈsɛnt/

dissent

Meaning
To hold or express opinions that are different from those officially accepted.
Example
Several members dissented from the majority decision.
C1 verb /ˈeɪ.li.ə.neɪt/

alienate

疎外する
Meaning
To make someone feel isolated or estranged; to cause someone to become unfriendly.
Example
His rude behavior alienated many of his friends.
彼の失礼な行動は多くの友人を遠ざけた。
A2 noun /ˈkɒnsət/

concert

コンサート
Meaning
A musical performance given by one or more singers or musicians.
Example
We went to a concert last night and enjoyed the live music.
私たちは昨晩コンサートに行き、ライブ音楽を楽しみました。
B2 adjective /ˈbɪtər/

Bitter

苦い; 強い味; 怒りや失望を表す
Meaning
having a sharp, pungent taste; feeling or showing anger and disappointment
Example
The medicine had a bitter taste.
薬は苦い味がしました。
C2 noun /ˈwɪndbæɡ/

windbag

おしゃべりな人
Meaning
a person who talks too much, especially in a boring or boastful way
Example
Everyone avoided the windbag at the party because he never let anyone else speak.
パーティーでみんなはそのおしゃべりな人を避けた、なぜなら彼は他の誰にも話す機会を与えなかったから。
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 /ˈdʒʌŋkɪt/

junket

旅行または祝賀
Meaning
A trip or celebration, often funded by someone else, usually for pleasure or promotional purposes.
Example
The company organized a junket for journalists to promote their new resort.
会社はジャーナリストのために新しいリゾートを宣伝するための旅行を組織しました。
C2 verb /bɪˈsiːtʃ/

beseech

懇願する
Meaning
To ask someone urgently and fervently to do something; to beg.
Example
He beseeched the judge for mercy.
彼は裁判官に慈悲を請いました。
B2 noun /ˈɛθɪks/

ethics

倫理
Meaning
moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conduct of an activity
Example
Business ethics require companies to act fairly and responsibly.
ビジネス倫理は、企業に公平かつ責任を持って行動することを求めます。
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。
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。
C2 noun /bɜːrˈlɛsk/

burlesque

バーレスク
Meaning
A humorous and exaggerated imitation of a serious work; a type of theatrical entertainment involving comedy and parody.
Example
The play was a clever burlesque of traditional opera.
その劇は伝統的なオペラの巧妙なバーレスクでした。
B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

感謝する
Meaning
to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for
Example
I really appreciate your help with this project.
このプロジェクトでのあなたの助けに本当に感謝しています。
C1 noun /ˈɔːtəkræt/

autocrat

独裁者
Meaning
A ruler with absolute power.
Example
The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist.
そのオートクラットは鉄の拳で国を支配していました。
A2 adjective /ˈnæʃənəl/

national

国民の
Meaning
relating to a nation, especially its culture, language, or government
Example
The national anthem was played at the ceremony.
国歌は式典で演奏されました。
C1 noun /dɪˈkriː/

Decree

法令
Meaning
an official order issued by a legal authority; a judicial decision or edict
Example
The king issued a decree that all citizens must pay additional taxes.
王はすべての市民に追加の税金を支払うように命じる法令を出しました。
B1 verb /prəˈsiːd/

proceed

進む
Meaning
to continue with a course of action; to move forward
Example
Let's proceed with the meeting as planned.
計画通りに会議を進めましょう。
C2 noun /ˌæv.oʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

avocation

副業
Meaning
a hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one's main work
Example
Painting is his avocation after office hours.
絵画はオフィスの後の彼の副業です。
A2 noun /ænt/

Ant

アリ
Meaning
a small insect that lives in organized colonies and is known for hard work
Example
The ant carried a crumb that was twice its size.
アリは自分のサイズの2倍のパンくずを運びました。
C1 noun /haɪˈpɜːrbəli/

hyperbole

誇張法
Meaning
Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
Example
Saying 'I’m so hungry I could eat a horse' is a classic example of hyperbole.
'私は馬を食べることができるほどお腹がすいている' は誇張法の典型的な例です。
C2 verb /ˈstræɡəl/

straggle

不規則に動く
Meaning
To move or spread in an irregular, scattered, or untidy way.
Example
The children began to straggle behind on the long hike.
子供たちは長いハイキングで後れを取るようになった。
B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/

vulnerable

脆弱
Meaning
susceptible to physical or emotional harm
Example
Children are often the most vulnerable in times of crisis.
子供たちは危機の際に最も脆弱な存在です。
C2 adjective /dɪˈlɛktəbl̩/

delectable

美味しい
Meaning
delicious or highly enjoyable
Example
The restaurant served a delectable meal.
レストランは美味しい料理を提供しました。
B2 noun /ˈsɪmpəθi/

Sympathy

同情
Meaning
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example
She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
彼女は事故の被害者に対して同情を表明した。
C2 noun /draɪd ˈfɛnjʊˌɡriːk livz/

Dried Fenugreek Leaves

乾燥フェヌグリークの葉
Meaning
dehydrated leaves of the fenugreek plant used as a herb in cooking
Example
Add dried fenugreek leaves to the curry for extra flavor.
カレーに乾燥フェヌグリークの葉を加えて、さらに風味を加えます。
C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

事実や調査ではなく、個人的な話に基づく、逸話的な
Meaning
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
Example
The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.
その本はデータではなく、逸話的証拠で満たされていました。
B2 adjective /ˈhjuː.mər.əs/

Humorous

ユーモアのある; 面白い; 笑いを引き起こす;
Meaning
funny; amusing; causing laughter;
Example
His humorous stories always make everyone laugh.
彼のユーモラスな話はいつも皆を笑わせる。
B1 noun /skɑːrf/

Scarf

スカーフ
Meaning
a length of fabric worn around the neck or head for warmth, protection, or fashion
Example
She wrapped a warm scarf around her neck in the cold weather.
彼女は寒い天気で暖かいスカーフを首に巻きました。
C2 adjective /dʒərˈmeɪn/

germane

関連する
Meaning
Relevant and appropriate to the subject being considered.
Example
Her comments were not germane to the discussion.
彼女のコメントは議論に関連していませんでした。
A1 pronoun /juː/

you

あなた
Meaning
used to refer to the person or people being spoken to
Example
You are doing a great job!
あなたは素晴らしい仕事をしています！
C1 adjective /ˈbed.rɪd.ən/

Bedridden

寝たきり
Meaning
confined to bed; unable to leave one's bed due to illness or infirmity
Example
The elderly man has been bedridden for several months.
高齢の男性は数ヶ月間寝たきりになっています。
C1 adjective ˈleɪ.tənt

latent

潜在的または隠された
Meaning
Existing but not yet developed or manifested; hidden potential.
Example
His artistic talent remained latent for years.
彼の芸術的な才能は何年もの間潜在的なままでした。
B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

アプリコット
Meaning
a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh
Example
The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.
アプリコットの木は夏に甘い果物を実らせる。
B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

改革
Meaning
Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.
Example
Reform in the education system was a priority.
教育システムの改革は優先事項でした。
C2 noun /ˈlɔːrdlɪŋ/

lordling

小さな領主
Meaning
A young or petty lord; someone of minor nobility.
Example
The arrogant lordling demanded respect despite his lack of experience.
傲慢なロードリングは経験不足にもかかわらず、尊敬を要求した。
C2 verb /ˈbɒtənaɪz/

botanize

植物を研究する
Meaning
to study plants in their natural environment
Example
They went to the forest to botanize during their vacation.
彼らは休暇中に森で植物を研究しました。
A2 noun /ˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/

knowledge

知識
Meaning
Facts, information, and skills acquired through experience or education.
Example
Knowledge of the universe is expanding through research.
宇宙の知識は研究によって広がり続けています。
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 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。
A2 noun /ˈdiː.teɪl/

detail

詳細
Meaning
An individual feature, fact, or item of information.
Example
She explained the plan in great detail.
彼女は計画を詳細に説明しました。
B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

侵食
Meaning
The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.
Example
Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.
権力争いはしばしば人間性の侵食を引き起こします。
C1 noun /ˈsʌm.ɪt əv ðə ˈfjuː.tʃər/

Summit of the Future

未来のサミット
Meaning
A high-level conference focused on addressing future challenges and opportunities.
Example
The Summit of the Future addressed global challenges.
未来のサミットは世界的な課題を取り上げました。
A2 verb /ˈdʌbəl/

double

倍増する
Meaning
to make twice as much in size, number, or amount
Example
The company hopes to double its profits this year.
会社は今年、利益を倍増させることを望んでいます。
B1 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən/

Tradition

伝統
Meaning
the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation; a long-established custom or belief
Example
It's a family tradition to gather for dinner every Sunday evening.
日曜日の夜に家族全員でディナーを共にするのは、我が家の伝統です。
C1 noun /trentʃ/

Trench

壕
Meaning
a long, narrow ditch; a deep furrow in the ground, especially one used for military defense
Example
The soldiers dug a trench for protection during the battle.
兵士たちは戦闘中に防護のために壕を掘った。
B1 noun /kənˌfɜːˈmeɪʃən/

confirmation

確認
Meaning
the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed
Example
She received a confirmation email for her appointment.
彼女は彼女の予約の確認メールを受け取りました。
B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

説得力のある; 信頼できる; 説得力のある; 誰かに何かを信じさせることができる
Meaning
believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something
Example
His convincing argument won over the entire jury.
彼の説得力のある議論は全陪審員を納得させました。
C2 noun /ˈluːkər/

lucre

利益
Meaning
money, especially when regarded as sordid or gained dishonorably
Example
He was motivated more by lucre than by duty.
彼は義務よりも利益に動機づけられていました。
C1 noun /ˈplæn.teɪn ˈflaʊ.ər/

Plantain flower

プランテンの花
Meaning
The flower bud of a banana plant, used as a vegetable in cooking
Example
We cooked plantain flower curry for dinner.
私たちは夕食にプランテンの花のカレーを作りました。
A2 noun /ˈriː.zənz/

reasons

理由
Meaning
Causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event.
Example
Reasons for pollution need addressing urgently.
汚染の理由は緊急に対処する必要があります。
C1 noun /ˈdiːviəns/

deviance

逸脱
Meaning
Behavior that differs from accepted social or moral standards.
Example
The book studies deviance in urban youth culture.
その本は都市の若者文化における逸脱を研究しています。
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。
C1 verb /bɪˈɡɛt/

beget

生む / 引き起こす
Meaning
to bring about or give rise to; to father or produce
Example
Violence begets more violence.
暴力はさらなる暴力を生む。
C1 adjective /ɒˈstɛnsəbl/

ostensible

見せかけの
Meaning
stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so
Example
His ostensible reason for leaving was illness, but many doubted it.
彼の出発の見せかけの理由は病気だったが、多くの人がそれを疑っていた。
C2 noun əˈdrɔɪt.nəs

adroitness

巧みさ
Meaning
Cleverness or skill, especially in using the hands or mind; skillful dexterity.
Example
His adroitness in negotiations secured the deal.
彼の交渉での巧みさが契約を成立させた。
C2 noun /praɪˈveɪʃən/

privation

欠乏, 貧困
Meaning
A state in which things essential for human well-being such as food and warmth are lacking.
Example
The refugees suffered great privation during the harsh winter.
難民たちは厳しい冬の間に大きな欠乏に苦しみました。
B2 verb, noun /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

exploit

Meaning
to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage
Example
The company was accused of exploiting child labor.
C1 verb /struː/

strew

まき散らす
Meaning
to scatter or spread things untidily over a surface or area
Example
Clothes were strewn across the floor.
服が床に散らばっていた。
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəbˈtruːsɪv/

unobtrusive

目立たない
Meaning
not attracting attention; blending in without causing notice
Example
The security cameras are designed to be unobtrusive.
セキュリティカメラは目立たないように設計されています。
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

楽園; 完璧な幸せの場所や状態; 理想的な場所
Meaning
heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place
Example
The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.
トロピカルアイランドは観光客にとって楽園のようでした。
A2 noun /ˈpeɪn.tər/

Painter

画家
Meaning
a person who paints pictures or decorates buildings
Example
The painter created a beautiful landscape on canvas.
画家はキャンバスに美しい風景を描きました。
B2 noun /ˈdɛpjʊti/

deputy

代理
Meaning
A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.
Example
The deputy will lead the meeting in the manager’s absence.
代理はマネージャー不在時に会議を主導します。
B1 noun /stæf/

staff

スタッフ
Meaning
a group of employees working together in an organization
Example
The staff at the hospital are very helpful.
病院のスタッフはとても役に立ちます。
A2 adjective /ʌnˈkʌmfətəbl/

Uncomfortable

不快
Meaning
causing or feeling physical or emotional discomfort
Example
He felt uncomfortable during the long meeting.
長い会議の間、彼は不快に感じました。
B2 noun /ˈɡlæmər/

glamor

魅力
Meaning
An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.
Example
The glamor of city life attracts many young people.
都市生活の魅力は多くの若者を引きつけます。
C2 noun /ˈpɪərɪdʒ/

peerage

貴族階級
Meaning
the title or rank of a peer; the nobility as a group
Example
He was elevated to the peerage by the king.
彼は王によって貴族階級に昇進しました。
C1 noun /blæk sɔːlt/

Black Salt

ブラックソルト
Meaning
a type of rock salt with a distinctive sulfuric flavor, commonly used in Indian cuisine
Example
Add a pinch of black salt to enhance the flavor of the fruit salad.
フルーツサラダの風味を引き立てるために、ブラックソルトをひとつまみ加えてください。
C2 noun /ˈlɪŋ.ɡwə/

lingua

言語
Meaning
A language, especially one used for communication among people.
Example
English has become a global lingua for business and science.
英語はビジネスと科学のためのグローバルな言語となっています。
C1 noun /pɪˌdɛs.tri.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

pedestrianization

歩行者専用化
Meaning
Making areas pedestrian-friendly, closing any area to vehicle traffic and making it open only for pedestrians.
Example
The pedestrianization of city centers reduces pollution.
市中心部の歩行者専用化は、汚染を減らす。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛmbəl/

resemble

似ている
Meaning
to look like or be similar to something or someone
Example
She resembles her mother in both appearance and mannerisms.
彼女は見た目と仕草の両方で母親に似ています。
B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛndənt/

descendent

下降する
Meaning
Moving downward; going down or descending.
Example
The river followed a descendent course toward the valley.
川は谷に向かって下降するコースをたどった。
B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

兄弟愛
Meaning
The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests
Example
The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.
兵士たちは強い兄弟愛を共有していました。
C1 verb /kwɑːʃ/

quash

取り消す
Meaning
To reject or void something legally or to put an end to something forcefully.
Example
The court quashed the decision due to lack of evidence.
裁判所は証拠不十分のため、その決定を取り消しました。
C2 noun /bɪˈnɪɡnɪti/

Benignity

優しさ; 穏やかさ; 良いまたは親切な性質
Meaning
kindness; gentleness; the quality of being benign or gracious
Example
Her benignity towards all people made her beloved by everyone.
彼女の優しさは、彼女をすべての人々から愛される存在にしました。
B1 noun /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Saying

格言
Meaning
a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb
Example
There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.
「継続は力なり」という古い格言があります。
C1 noun /ˈprɛsɪdəns/ or /prɪˈsiːdəns/

precedence

優先
Meaning
the condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority
Example
Safety takes precedence over speed in this factory.
この工場では、安全が速度より優先されます。
A2 noun /ˈvɪzɪtər/

visitor

訪問者
Meaning
a person who goes to see a place or someone for a short time
Example
The museum had many visitors last weekend.
博物館には先週末、多くの訪問者がいました。
C2 noun /ˈpæsɪt/

Passet

カッテージチーズ
Meaning
Fresh cheese curds; cottage cheese made from curdled milk
Example
The cook prepared fresh passet by curdling warm milk with lemon juice.
料理人は温かい牛乳にレモン汁を加えて新鮮なカッテージチーズを作りました。
A1 noun /lʌntʃ/

Lunch

ランチ
Meaning
a meal eaten in the middle of the day, typically one that is lighter or less formal than an evening meal
Example
We had lunch at a nice restaurant downtown.
私たちは市内の良いレストランでランチをしました。
C2 noun /ˌhoʊmə.dʒəˈniːəti/

homogeneity

Meaning
The quality or state of being all the same or all of the same kind.
Example
The cultural homogeneity of the village made it feel unified.
C2 adjective /spɪk/

Spick

非常にきれいで整頓された; 完璧
Meaning
extremely clean and neat; immaculate
Example
The house was spick and span after the cleaning.
掃除後、家はまるで新品のようにきれいで整然としていました。
C2 adjective /ˈmɒtld/

mottled

斑点模様の
Meaning
Marked with spots, streaks, or blotches of different shades or colors.
Example
The snake's mottled skin helped it blend into the forest floor.
ヘビの斑点模様の皮膚は、森の床に溶け込むのを助けました。
B1 verb /ˌɛntərˈteɪn/

entertain

Meaning
to provide amusement, enjoyment, or hospitality to others
Example
The comedian entertained the audience with his jokes.
A2 noun /ɡoʊst/

Ghost

ゴースト
Meaning
an apparition of a dead person believed to be able to become visible to the living; a spirit
Example
The old mansion was rumored to be haunted by the ghost of its former owner.
その古い館は、前の所有者のゴーストによって幽霊が出ると噂されていました。
C1 adjective /məˈnæstɪk/

monastic

修道的な
Meaning
Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.
Example
He chose to live a monastic life away from the city.
彼は都市から離れた修道的な生活を選んだ。
B2 noun /ɡrɪp/

Grip

しっかりした握り; 握る力; ハンドルまたはグリップの位置
Meaning
a firm hold or grasp; the power of holding something firmly; a handle or handhold
Example
The rock climber lost his grip and fell several feet before the safety rope caught him.
ロッククライマーはグリップを失い、安全ロープが彼を捕える前に数フィート落ちた。
C1 noun /ɪˈlɛk.trəʊ.laɪts/

electrolytes

電解質
Meaning
Minerals in body fluids that carry an electric charge and are essential for many bodily functions.
Example
Electrolytes help maintain proper fluid balance in the body.
電解質は体内の液体のバランスを維持するのに役立ちます。
A2 adjective /ɪmˈpɑːsəbl/

impossible

不可能
Meaning
not able to occur, exist, or be done
Example
It is impossible to finish this work in one day.
この仕事を1日で終わらせるのは不可能です。
C1 verb /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊz/

predispose

予備的にする
Meaning
To make someone more likely to behave in a certain way or be affected by something.
Example
His genetics may predispose him to diabetes.
彼の遺伝子は、彼が糖尿病になる可能性を高めるかもしれません。
B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkʃɒp/

workshop

ワークショップ
Meaning
a room or building where people engage in work or creative activities
Example
The workshop focused on improving technical skills for young professionals.
このワークショップは、若い専門職の技術スキル向上に焦点を当てました。
C1 noun /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

constituency

選挙区
Meaning
A geographical area whose residents elect a representative to a legislative body.
Example
She campaigned tirelessly across her constituency.
彼女は選挙区で疲れ知らずに選挙運動を行いました。
A2 verb /ɡaɪd/

guide

案内する
Meaning
to show someone the way; to direct or influence behavior
Example
The teacher guides the students.
先生は学生を案内します。
C1 adjective /maɪˈɑːpɪk/

myopic

近視的な、視野が狭い
Meaning
lacking foresight or long-term perspective; also refers to nearsightedness
Example
The company’s myopic strategy led to long-term losses.
その会社の近視的な戦略は、長期的な損失を招いた。
A2 verb /ɪkˈsaɪt/

excite

興奮させる
Meaning
to cause strong feelings of enthusiasm or eagerness
Example
The idea of traveling abroad excites her.
海外旅行のアイデアが彼女を興奮させる。
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔːstɪv/

exhaustive

包括的で完全な
Meaning
Fully comprehensive and including all possibilities.
Example
The report provides an exhaustive analysis of the issue.
その報告書は問題に関する包括的な分析を提供します。
B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

真剣さ; 重要性
Meaning
the quality of being serious; gravity; importance
Example
The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.
その状況の真剣さは、医者が話すときに明らかになりました。
C1 verb /prɪˈdɒmɪneɪt/

predominate

支配する
Meaning
To be the strongest, most common, or most influential element.
Example
Traditional values still predominate in the community.
伝統的な価値観はコミュニティ内で依然として支配的です。
C1 adjective /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/

generic

ジェネリック
Meaning
characteristic of or relating to a whole group or class; not specific
Example
This medicine is available in generic form.
この薬はジェネリックの形態で提供されています。
C2 adjective /ˈhæŋ.dɔːɡ/

hangdog

恥ずかしい
Meaning
looking or feeling ashamed, guilty, or defeated.
Example
He gave me a hangdog look after being caught lying.
彼は嘘をついて捕まった後、恥ずかしそうな顔をした。
C1 noun /kɪˈməʊnoʊ/

kimono

着物
Meaning
a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash
Example
She wore a beautiful silk kimono at the ceremony.
彼女は儀式で美しい絹の着物を着ていた。
C2 verb /ˌmæn.juˈmɪt/

manumit

奴隷解放
Meaning
to release from slavery or servitude; to set free
Example
The landowner decided to manumit his slaves.
地主は奴隷を解放することに決めました。
C2 noun /ˈæn.oʊd/

anode

正極
Meaning
The positive electrode in a device such as a battery, where current flows into a polarized electrical device.
Example
The anode of the battery was corroded after long use.
バッテリーの正極は長期間の使用後に腐食していました。
B1 noun /ˈækses/

Access

アクセス
Meaning
the ability, right, or permission to approach, enter, or pass to and from a place
Example
Students have access to the library 24 hours a day.
学生は24時間いつでも図書館にアクセスできます。
C1 noun /ˈrɒndɪvuː/

rendezvous

会合
Meaning
a meeting or appointment at an agreed time and place
Example
They arranged a secret rendezvous at the café.
彼らはカフェで秘密の会合を手配しました。
A2 noun /ˈɡrændˌpeə.rənt/

grandparent

祖父/祖母
Meaning
the parent of one's father or mother
Example
My grandparents live in a small village near the hills.
私の祖父母は小さな村に住んでおり、丘の近くにあります。
C1 adjective /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl/

Amiable

親しみやすくて快適; 良い性格の; 親切
Meaning
friendly and pleasant; good-natured; kind
Example
My neighbor is very amiable and always greets everyone warmly.
私の隣人はとても親しみやすく、いつも暖かく挨拶をします。
B2 adjective /ˈwʌrisəm/

Worrisome

心配な; 面倒な
Meaning
causing anxiety or concern; troubling
Example
The student's declining grades were worrisome to his parents.
学生の成績が落ちていることは、親にとって心配でした。
B2 verb /ɪˈrʌpt/

erupt

噴火する
Meaning
to burst forth suddenly and violently
Example
The volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy.
火山は何世紀もの間沈黙していた後、エラプトしました。
A2 adjective /kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/

confusing

紛らわしい
Meaning
causing someone to be unable to think clearly or understand; difficult to comprehend
Example
The instructions were confusing and hard to follow.
その指示は紛らわしく、従うのが難しかった。
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。
C2 adjective /ˌdɪskəmˈbɑːbjuleɪtɪd/

discombobulated

混乱した
Meaning
confused and disoriented; feeling unsettled
Example
She looked discombobulated after hearing the unexpected news.
予期しないニュースを聞いた後、彼女は混乱しているように見えた。
C2 noun /ˈtjuːtɪlɪdʒ/

tutelage

指導
Meaning
The act of guarding, protecting, or guiding; instruction or teaching.
Example
She studied painting under the tutelage of a famous artist.
彼女は有名なアーティストの指導の下で絵を学びました。
B2 verb /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

diminish

Meaning
to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value
Example
Over time, his influence in the company began to diminish.
C2 noun /ˈpɒl.iˌθi.ɪz.əm/

polytheism

多神教
Meaning
the belief in or worship of multiple gods
Example
Ancient Greeks practiced polytheism, worshiping gods like Zeus and Athena.
古代ギリシャ人はポリシズムを実践し、ゼウスやアテナのような神々を崇拝していました。
C1 noun /ˌkɒn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən/

constellation

星座
Meaning
a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern in the night sky
Example
Orion is one of the most famous constellations.
オリオン座は最も有名な星座の一つです。
C1 noun ɪnˈflɛk.ʃən

inflection

イントネーション
Meaning
The change in pitch or tone of voice when speaking for emphasis.
Example
His inflection kept the audience engaged.
彼のイントネーションは観客を引きつけた。
B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

優しさ
Meaning
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
Example
The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.
母親は病気の子供を世話しながら大きな優しさを示しました。
C1 noun /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/

supposition

仮定
Meaning
An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.
Example
His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly.
彼の計画は、市場がすぐに回復するという仮定に基づいていました。