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単語 / CEFR	意味	定着率	本文・例文
appearance B1｜中級入口	The way something looks How a person or thing seems What you first see The look of clothes or style How a place or thing looks	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was a relief to Framton when the aunt bustled into the room with a whirl of apologies for being late in making her appearance. Examples He made an appearance at the party. The singer's appearance was very short. Her appearance on TV surprised everyone.
hope A1｜超入門	A feeling that something good will happen; also used as a verb to mean you want something to happen When you want and believe good things will come A wish that things will get better The belief that a difficult situation can get better A positive feeling about the future	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I hope Vera has been amusing you?" she said. Examples I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow. She has hope for the future. I hope everything goes well.
amuse B1｜中級入口	To make someone laugh or smile and have a good time To keep someone interested and not bored To give someone enjoyment or pleasure through entertainment To make time pass in a pleasant way To bring joy or laughter to someone	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I hope Vera has been amusing you?" she said. Examples The clown amused the children. Her jokes always amuse me. This game will amuse you.
interest B2｜中上級	Wanting to learn about something A hobby or activity you enjoy doing Money paid for lending money Attention or care about something A part in something owned or shared	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "She has been very interesting," said Framton. Examples This movie is very interesting. The book becomes interesting at chapter three. I find his stories interesting.
mind A1｜超入門	Your thoughts and feelings. To feel bothered or annoyed by something. To look after something or someone. To pay attention. To remember or think about something.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I hope you do not mind the open window," said Mrs. Sappleton briskly; "my husband and brothers will be home directly from shooting, and they always come in this way. Examples Don't worry, he's not out of his mind. Is she crazy or out of her mind? That idea sounds out of your mind.
briskly B2｜中上級	In a quick and confident way Done with speed and energy In a fast and active manner With quick movements and no delay Acting in a rapid and lively way	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I hope you do not mind the open window," said Mrs. Sappleton briskly; "my husband and brothers will be home directly from shooting, and they always come in this way. Examples She walked briskly down the street. He answered briskly and left. The wind blew briskly outside.
home A1｜超入門	The place where you live. A house or flat where someone lives. The town or place where you come from or grew up The place you feel safe and happy. Used as an adverb meaning 'to or at the place where you live'	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I hope you do not mind the open window," said Mrs. Sappleton briskly; "my husband and brothers will be home directly from shooting, and they always come in this way. Examples I want to go home now. My father is coming home late today. We walked home after school.
directly B1｜中級入口	Very soon or in a short time In a straight line without turning Without anyone or anything in between In a clear and honest way Exactly or right at that spot	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "I hope you do not mind the open window," said Mrs. Sappleton briskly; "my husband and brothers will be home directly from shooting, and they always come in this way. Examples He spoke directly to me. The bus goes directly there. She answered directly and clearly.
snipe C1｜上級	A type of small bird found in wet areas A bird with long legs that lives near water When someone shoots at others from a hidden place When you criticize someone in a mean way To make quick negative comments about someone	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text They been out for snipe in the marshes to-day, so they make a fine mess over my poor carpets. Examples We hunted snipe all morning. He began to snipe from behind. Stop sniping at everyone please.
marsh B2｜中上級	A place where the ground is soft and very wet An area of land that has water and plants A wet area with grass growing in water A low area that stays wet most of the time Ground that is always soft because of water	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text They been out for snipe in the marshes to-day, so they make a fine mess over my poor carpets. Examples The marsh is very wet. Birds live in the marsh. We walked through the marsh.
to-day A1｜超入門	On this current calendar date, not yesterday or tomorrow During the present 24-hour period right now At the current time, not in the past On this particular date when speaking In the present time, not long ago	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text They been out for snipe in the marshes to-day, so they make a fine mess over my poor carpets. Examples I am busy to-day. What will you do to-day? It is sunny to-day.
fine A1｜超入門	Good or okay Thin or small Money paid as punishment Of high quality; used for special or elegant things Clear or sunny weather	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text They been out for snipe in the marshes to-day, so they make a fine mess over my poor carpets. Examples Everything will work out fine. Don't worry, it will be fine. Everything turned out fine in the end.
mess A2｜入門	A dirty or untidy state that needs cleaning Something that is very untidy or not organized A situation that is confused or badly done When things are dirty or not in order Something that looks bad or is not neat	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text They been out for snipe in the marshes to-day, so they make a fine mess over my poor carpets. Examples Clean up your mess! The room is a mess. What a mess this is!
carpet A2｜入門	A thick soft covering on the floor of a room A large piece of fabric laid on the ground inside Something that covers the floor to make it warm A floor covering made from wool or other materials A textile item placed down to walk on indoors	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text They been out for snipe in the marshes to-day, so they make a fine mess over my poor carpets. Examples The carpet is soft. We need a new carpet. She cleaned the carpet yesterday.
men-folk B2｜中上級	The group of male people in a family or community The male members of a particular group or society Males considered as a collective or category A way to refer to all the males present The male population of a household or area	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples The men-folk went fishing today. She made dinner for the men-folk. All the men-folk were working outside.
rattle B1｜中級入口	To make a noise by shaking something hard inside a container. A short, sharp sound made by something shaking or hitting (noun) To shake and cause other things to shake or make noise. To make someone nervous or upset. A small object made to make noise when shaken, often a baby toy.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples The keys rattle in my pocket. I heard the windows rattle during the storm. Toys rattle when children shake them.
cheerfully B1｜中級入口	In a happy and lively way when talking or acting In a bright and positive manner When someone does something with a glad feeling With an attitude that shows no sadness or worry In a way that brings good feelings to others	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples She cheerfully agreed to help. He cheerfully waved goodbye. They cheerfully sang together.
scarcity C1｜上級	When there is not enough of something available A situation where something is very hard to find The state of having too little of something needed A lack or shortage that people notice When something needed is in short supply	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples Water scarcity is a growing problem. The scarcity of food caused concern. Scarcity makes things more valuable.
bird A1｜超入門	A small animal with feathers and wings that can fly A creature that lays eggs and has a beak A winged animal that lives in trees or nests A flying animal covered with feathers An animal that flies and sings in nature	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples A bird flew away. The bird is singing. I saw a beautiful bird.
prospect B2｜中上級	The thought or idea of something that will happen soon A chance that something good might happen in the future A person who might become a customer or member A view or scene that you can see ahead When you look for gold or valuable materials underground	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples The prospect excited everyone. She has good prospects. He faced that prospect bravely.
duck A2｜入門	A water bird with short legs and a wide flat beak A type of bird often found near water A common bird that can swim and fly When you lower your head very quickly to avoid something The meat from this water bird that people eat	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples A duck swam in the pond. We saw many ducks today. Duck or you will get hit!
winter A1｜超入門	The coldest season of the year, between fall and spring The time when weather is very cold and days are short The period after autumn when it snows and freezes A season when nature rests and everything seems asleep The part of the year with the least sunshine	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text So like you men-folk, is not it?" She rattled on cheerfully about the shooting and the scarcity of birds, and the prospects for duck in the winter. Examples Winter is cold. I like winter. Winter comes after fall.
purely B2｜中上級	Something that is completely and only in one way When something is only one thing and nothing else Something done in only one simple way with no additions When actions happen for only one single reason Something that is totally in one state with nothing mixed	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text To Framton it was all purely horrible. Examples I did it purely for fun. This is purely my opinion only. The answer is purely wrong here.
horrible B1｜中級入口	very bad or unpleasant scary or frightening causing strong dislike very sad or upsetting shocking or very unpleasant to see	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text To Framton it was all purely horrible. Examples The smell coming from the bin was horrible. There was a horrible accident on the motorway.
desperate B2｜中上級	Feeling like you really need help right now When you will try anything to fix something A feeling of having no other choice left Being in a very bad situation you must escape So worried you will do dangerous things	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples I am desperate for help. She felt desperate and afraid. He made a desperate choice.
partially B2｜中上級	When something is done only in some parts, not completely In a way that is not whole or full To some degree but not all the way In an incomplete or limited manner When only a bit happens, not everything	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The work is partially done. She was partially right about it. The door remained partially open.
successful B1｜中級入口	When something works only partly as planned When something turns out the way you wanted A person who reaches their goals Something that brings good results or wins When an action gets the outcome you hoped for	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The test was successful. She runs a successful shop. He made a successful attempt.
effort B1｜中級入口	An attempt to do something difficult or challenging The use of energy to do something Hard work done to achieve something When you try your best at something Physical or mental strength used for a task	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples She made an effort. It takes effort to learn. They put in great effort.
turn A2｜入門	To move your body or an object in a circle or around a point To change direction while moving To become or change into something else To take your chance or time to do something To change a machine or object by moving a part around	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The story turns sad at the end. His life turned better after that day. The weather can turn cold very quickly.
talk A1｜超入門	to say words to someone to speak with someone in a friendly, informal way to speak to tell someone something to speak with each other	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples I don't want to talk about my problems. She never talks about her family. Can we talk about something else?
ghastly C1｜上級	Something that looks very frightening or horrible in appearance Something extremely bad or unpleasant in quality A feeling of shock or terror that something causes When someone looks very pale or sick Something that causes strong feelings of fear or disgust	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The movie was ghastly. She looks ghastly today. What a ghastly mistake!
topic B1｜中級入口	Something that people talk or write about A subject that is being discussed or studied The main idea or theme of something A matter that is being considered or examined Something chosen to speak or think about	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples What topic shall we discuss? The topic was very interesting. She changed the topic quickly.
conscious B2｜中上級	Aware of something around you Knowing what you are doing Not asleep or unconscious Careful about something Doing something deliberately and with full awareness	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples She made a conscious effort to listen more carefully. He was barely conscious when the ambulance arrived.
hostess B1｜中級入口	A woman who invites people to her home A woman who receives and entertains visitors A woman working in a restaurant greeting customers A woman in charge of welcoming people somewhere A woman who organizes a social gathering	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The hostess welcomed all the guests. She was a wonderful hostess. Our hostess served delicious food.
fragment B2｜中上級	A small part of something that was once whole A broken piece of something larger A small bit that is not complete An incomplete or separated section A tiny portion of the whole thing	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples Only a fragment of the wall remained. She found a fragment of bone. The fragment was very small.
attention B1｜中級入口	When someone notices or becomes aware of something The act of focusing your mind on something Special care or consideration given to someone or something Interest or awareness directed toward a person or thing The state of being watchful and alert	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples Pay attention to me. She needs medical attention. The dog wants attention.
eye A1｜超入門	The part of your face that lets you see things Something on your face that you use for looking A body part that helps you watch and look The round thing in your head used for seeing An organ in your face that gives you sight	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples She has beautiful green eyes. The cat's eyes are yellow. His eyes are brown like chocolate.
constantly B2｜中上級	When something happens again and again without stopping When an action repeats many times over time When something occurs all the time When something goes on without any break When an activity keeps happening very often	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples She constantly checks her phone. The baby cries constantly. He is constantly busy with work.
stray B2｜中上級	When your eyes or thoughts move away from what you should focus on An animal that has no home or owner When you walk away from where you should be Something separated from its main group or place When someone stops following rules or correct behavior	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples Her eyes strayed to the door. A stray dog followed me home. Don't stray from the path.
past A2｜入門	Moving beyond something or someone in space Going by a certain point or place Moving forward in time beyond a specific moment Beyond a certain age or stage The time before now or earlier events	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The bus went past quickly. It is past noon now. I remember the past well.
beyond B1｜中級入口	Farther than a place or thing. More than a certain point in time. Outside the limits of something. Further than a particular amount or degree. In addition to something; besides.	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text He made a desperate but only partially successful effort to turn the talk on to a less ghastly topic; he was conscious that his hostess was giving him only a fragment of her attention, and her eyes were constantly straying past him to the open window and the lawn beyond. Examples The school is beyond the park. She walked beyond the river. The cost of the repairs was beyond our budget.
certainly B1｜中級入口	Used to show that something is true without doubt A word used to agree strongly with someone When you are very sure about something happening A way to say yes with no question Used to make your words sound more strong	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was certainly an unfortunate coincidence that he should have paid his visit on this tragic anniversary. Examples I will certainly be there. This is certainly true. Certainly, you may go now.
unfortunate B2｜中上級	Something that involves bad luck or timing When something causes regret or sadness A situation that brings trouble or problems Something deserving sympathy or pity A person facing bad circumstances or hardship	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was certainly an unfortunate coincidence that he should have paid his visit on this tragic anniversary. Examples That was an unfortunate mistake. The timing was very unfortunate. It is unfortunate but true.
coincidence B2｜中上級	Two things happen at the same time by chance A situation where two things happen at the same time by chance, without being planned Something happens without planning When two similar or related things happen at the same time by chance When two or more things happen at the same time or place by chance	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was certainly an unfortunate coincidence that he should have paid his visit on this tragic anniversary. Examples We met by coincidence at the store. It was not a coincidence. What a strange coincidence!
paid A2｜入門	When someone receives money for work done To give money for something you buy or use The act of giving money that is owed When you spend money on something To give attention or respect to something	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was certainly an unfortunate coincidence that he should have paid his visit on this tragic anniversary. Examples I paid for lunch today. She gets paid monthly. He paid the bill yesterday.
tragic B2｜中上級	Something that involves very sad events, often death or loss When something causes great sadness and suffering for people An event that ends very badly and causes deep sorrow Something very unfortunate that brings great pain and grief A situation filled with extreme misfortune and heartbreak	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was certainly an unfortunate coincidence that he should have paid his visit on this tragic anniversary. Examples The accident was tragic. It was a tragic loss. Such a tragic story.
anniversary B1｜中級入口	The date when something sad or important happened in the past The same date each year when something special first happened A day that marks years since an important event The yearly return of a memorable date A time to remember something that happened years ago	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text It was certainly an unfortunate coincidence that he should have paid his visit on this tragic anniversary. Examples Happy anniversary to you both! Their anniversary is tomorrow. We celebrate our anniversary every year.
doctor A1｜超入門	A person who helps sick people get better Someone trained to treat illness and injury A person who examines patients in a clinic Someone who can prescribe medicine for health problems A medical professional who cares for your health	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "The doctors agree in ordering me complete rest, an absence of mental excitement, and avoidance of anything in the nature of violent physical exercise," announced Framton, who laboured under the tolerably widespread delusion that total strangers and chance acquaintances are hungry for the least detail of one ailments and infirmities, their cause and cure. Examples I have an appointment with the doctor. The doctor is very kind. She went to see the doctor.
agree A2｜入門	When you have the same opinion as another person To say yes to something someone suggests When two people share the same view To accept a plan or decision together When something matches or is the same	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "The doctors agree in ordering me complete rest, an absence of mental excitement, and avoidance of anything in the nature of violent physical exercise," announced Framton, who laboured under the tolerably widespread delusion that total strangers and chance acquaintances are hungry for the least detail of one ailments and infirmities, their cause and cure. Examples I agree with you. They agreed to help us. Do you agree?
order A1｜超入門	A request to buy or get something When things are neat and well arranged A command telling someone what to do The way things are arranged or sequenced A state where rules are followed properly	0 times 学習度 0%	Original text "The doctors agree in ordering me complete rest, an absence of mental excitement, and avoidance of anything in the nature of violent physical exercise," announced Framton, who laboured under the tolerably widespread delusion that total strangers and chance acquaintances are hungry for the least detail of one ailments and infirmities, their cause and cure. Examples Can I take your order? Everything is in order. He gave an order to his team.