英検準1級で必須の英単語を例文、英英定義、反意語、類義語と一緒に掲載していきます。
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abandon
The research team had to abandon their experiment due to unforeseen complications.
予期しない合併症のため、研究チームは実験を中止せざるを得なかった。
定義to leave completely and finally; to give up; to desert; to withdraw from, leave behind; to relinquish control of.
反意語to retain, to keep, to continue.
類義語to forsake, to desert, to relinquish, to renounce, to surrender.
abbreviate
The author chose to abbreviate the book for the sake of brevity and clarity.
要約性と明確性のため、著者はその本を短縮することを選択した。
定義to shorten; to reduce in length; to make briefer; to condense; to make an abbreviation of.
反意語to lengthen, to extend, to elaborate.
類義語to shorten, to truncate, to curtail, to condense, to contract.
abdicate
The monarch was forced to abdicate the throne after a series of scandals.
一連のスキャンダルの後、君主は王位を退位せざるを得なかった。
定義to formally give up the throne or other high office; to renounce; to relinquish; to abandon or surrender (a responsibility or power).
反意語to assume, to retain, to hold.
類義語to renounce, to relinquish, to resign, to step down, to give up.
abolish
The government moved to abolish the outdated law to better reflect modern values.
現代の価値観により適合するよう、政府は時代遅れの法律を廃止する動きを見せた。
定義to formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution); to annul; to nullify; to quash; to do away with.
反意語to establish, to create, to institute.
類義語to eliminate, to eradicate, to extinguish, to annihilate, to nullify.
abort
The surgery was aborted when the patient’s vital signs began to decline rapidly.
患者の生命状態が急激に悪化したため、手術は中止された。
定義to bring to a premature end because of a problem or fault; to terminate; to cancel; to stop.
反意語to continue, to proceed, to pursue.
類義語to cancel, to call off, to halt, to stop, to terminate.
abridge
The professor abridged the lecture to fit within the allotted class time.
授業時間内に収まるように、教授は講義を短縮した。
定義to shorten (a book, movie, speech, or other text) without losing the sense; to condense; to reduce; to compress.
反意語to expand, to elaborate, to extend.
類義語to shorten, to truncate, to curtail, to abbreviate, to condense.
absolve
The defendant was absolved of all charges after new evidence came to light in the trial.
新しい証拠が審理で明らかになった後、被告は全ての罪状から解放された。
定義to declare (someone) free from guilt or responsibility; to pardon; to forgive; to exculpate; to acquit.
反意語to accuse, to charge, to convict.
類義語to pardon, to forgive, to exonerate, to acquit, to release.
absorb
The student was able to absorb the material quickly and easily due to their natural aptitude for the subject.
生徒はその科目に自然に適性があるため、素早く簡単に内容を吸収することができた。
定義to take in or soak up (energy, water, or other substance); to assimilate; to learn; to digest.
反意語to expel, to discharge, to emit.
類義語to soak up, to imbibe, to assimilate, to learn, to take in.
abuse
The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of abuse towards its employees or clients.
その組織は従業員や顧客に対するあらゆる形態の虐待に対して、ゼロ・トレランスの方針を採用している。
定義to use (something) to bad effect or for a bad purpose; to mistreat; to maltreat; to harm; to injure.
反意語to protect, to cherish, to preserve.
類義語to mistreat, to maltreat, to harm, to injure, to damage.
access
The new security measures were implemented to restrict unauthorized access to sensitive data.
新しいセキュリティ対策は、機密データへの不正なアクセスを制限するために導入された。
定義the means or opportunity to approach or enter a place; permission to enter or use; the right or ability to use or obtain something.
反意語restriction, exclusion, prohibition.
類義語entry, admission, approach, permission, right.
acclaim
The artist’s latest exhibit was met with widespread acclaim from both critics and the general public.
芸術家の最新の展示会は、批評家と一般大衆の両方から広範な賞賛を受けた。
定義to praise enthusiastically and publicly; to hail; to applaud; to commend; to laud.
反意語to criticize, to condemn, to denounce.
類義語to praise, to extol, to eulogize, to commend, to applaud.
accommodate
The hotel was able to accommodate the group’s special requests for a conference room and catering services.
ホテルは会議室とケータリングサービスの特別な要望をグループに受け入れることができた。
定義to provide lodging or sufficient space for; to fit in with the needs or wishes of; to adapt to; to make suitable or consistent.
反意語to displace, to remove, to inconvenience.
類義語to house, to lodge, to adjust, to suit, to conform.
accompany
The musician was accompanied by a live band during the performance.
ミュージシャンはパフォーマンス中に生バンドによって伴奏された。
定義to go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort; to play a musical instrument or sing in support of (another performer).
反意語to leave, to abandon, to depart.
類義語to escort, to attend, to partner, to play with, to back up.
accumulate
The company’s profits have continued to accumulate over the past year.
その企業の利益は過去1年間にわたって引き続き積み上がっている。
定義to gather or collect gradually, especially over a period of time; to amass; to stockpile; to build up.
反意語to disperse, to scatter, to distribute.
類義語to collect, to gather, to accrue, to pile up, to accumulate.
accuse
The suspect was accused of embezzlement and taken into police custody.
容疑者は横領の罪で告発され、警察に拘束された。
定義to charge (someone) with an offense or crime; to allege; to blame; to indict.
反意語to exonerate, to absolve, to acquit.
類義語to charge, to blame, to indict, to impeach, to incriminate.
accustom
It may take some time for the new employees to accustom themselves to the company’s culture and practices.
新しい従業員が会社の文化や慣行に慣れるのには時間がかかるかもしれません。
定義to make familiar or used to something; to adapt; to habituate.
反意語to unsettle, to disorient, to unaccustomed.
類義語to familiarize, to train, to condition, to acclimate.
acknowledge
The author would like to acknowledge the contributions of their research team in the preface of their book.
著者は自分の本の序文で研究チムの貢献を認めたいと思っています。
定義to admit to be true or existent; to recognize; to accept; to express gratitude or appreciation for.
反意語to deny, to reject, to disavow.
類義語to recognize, to concede, to admit, to confirm.
acquaint
The professor was able to acquaint the students with the latest research in the field during their lecture.
教授は講義中に学生たちにその分野の最新の研究を紹介することができた。
定義to make someone aware of or familiar with; to introduce.
反意語to estrange, to isolate, to alienate.
類義語to familiarize, to introduce, to inform, to apprise.
acquire
The company was able to acquire the smaller startup through a successful merger and acquisition deal.
合併・買収の成功により、その企業は小規模なスタトアップ企業を買収することができた。
定義to gain or obtain possession of; to come to have; to learn or develop a skill or habit.
反意語to lose, to give up, to dispose of.
類義語to obtain, to gain, to secure, to attain.
acquit
The defendant was acquitted of all charges after a lengthy trial.
長期の裁判の後、被告は全ての罪状から無罪を宣告された。
定義to declare (someone) not guilty of a criminal charge; to exonerate; to discharge a duty or obligation.
反意語to convict, to condemn, to sentence.
類義語to exonerate, to absolve, to vindicate.
activate
The emergency response team was able to activate the evacuation procedures quickly and efficiently.
緊急対応チームは迅速かつ効率的に避難手順を実行することができた。
定義to make (something) start working or operating; to turn on; to stimulate.
反意語to deactivate, to turn off, to disable.
類義語to start, to initiate, to trigger, to energize.
adapt
The film adaptation of the novel made significant changes to the original story to better fit the medium.
小説の映画化は、媒体に適したように原作スト−リに重要な変更を加えた。
定義to make suitable or appropriate for a new use or purpose; to adjust; to modify.
反意語to maintain, to preserve, to keep.
類義語to adjust, to modify, to accommodate, to tailor.
add
The final report added new details and data to the findings of the initial study.
最終報告書は初期の調査結果に新しい詳細とデタを追加した。
定義to join or combine something to something else; to increase in quantity, number, or degree.
反意語to subtract, to decrease, to reduce.
類義語to append, to include, to augment, to supplement.
adjourn
The court had to adjourn the trial until the following week due to a scheduling conflict.
スケジュールの都合により、裁判所は裁判を来週まで休廷する必要があった。
定義to suspend or end a meeting, legal case, or game for a period of time; to postpone.
反意語to continue, to resume, to reconvene.
類義語to suspend, to defer, to delay, to prorogue.
adjust
The teacher needed to adjust their teaching style to better meet the needs of their diverse classroom.
教師は多様な教室のニーズによりよく対応するために、教え方を調整する必要があった。
定義to alter or adapt something to fit new conditions or requirements; to regulate.
反意語to keep, to maintain, to preserve.
類義語to adapt, to modify, to regulate, to calibrate.
administer
The nurse was able to administer the necessary medication to the patient according to the doctor’s orders.
看護師は医師の指示に従って必要な薬剤を患者に投与することができた。
定義to manage or direct the affairs of an organization or institution; to give or apply (a treatment, drug, or test) to someone.
反意語to receive, to take, to abstain.
類義語to manage, to supervise, to direct, to apply.
admit
The university was able to admit a more diverse student body after implementing new recruitment initiatives.
大学は新しい勧誘イニシアチブを導入したことでより多様な学生を受け入れることができた。
定義to allow (someone) to enter a place or join a group; to acknowledge the existence or truth of something; to confess.
反意語to exclude, to reject, to deny.
類義語to allow, to accept, to concede, to confess.
admonish
The manager needed to admonish the employee for their repeated lateness to work.
経営者は従業員が繰り返して遅刻していることを叱責する必要があった。
定義to warn or reprimand (someone) firmly; to scold.
反意語to praise, to commend, to applaud.
類義語to reprimand, to chastise, to rebuke, to lecture.
adopt
The company decided to adopt a new policy regarding remote work after the pandemic.
その企業はパンデミック後、リモートワークに関する新しい方針を採用することに決めた。
定義to take up or start using (an idea, method, or approach); to legally become the parent of (a child).
反意語to reject, to abandon, to disavow.
類義語to embrace, to accept, to incorporate, to take on.
advance
The scientist was able to advance our understanding of the human brain through their groundbreaking research.
その科学者は画期的な研究を通じて人間の脳に関する理解を進展させることができた。
定義to move forward in a purposeful way; to promote or facilitate the progress of something; to improve or develop.
反意語to retreat, to regress, to hinder.
類義語to progress, to promote, to facilitate, to enhance.
advertise
The company was able to advertise their new product through a successful social media campaign.
その企業は成功したソーシャルメディアキャンペーンを通じて新しい製品を宣伝することができた。
定義to promote or publicize (a product or service) through various media; to make something known to the public.
反意語to conceal, to hide, to suppress.
類義語to promote, to market, to publicize, to announce.
advocate
The politician has been a strong advocate for universal healthcare throughout their career.
政治家はキャリアを通じて普遍的なヘルスケアの支持者であった。
定義to publicly recommend or support a particular cause or policy; to speak in favor of.
反意語to oppose, to denounce, to criticize.
類義語to support, to endorse, to champion, to promote.
affiliate
The local business decided to affiliate themselves with a larger company to increase their customer base.
地元の企業は顧客層を増やすために、大手企業と提携することに決めた。
定義to officially attach or connect (a subsidiary group or a person) to an organization; to associate with or be related to.
反意語to detach, to separate, to disassociate.
類義語to associate, to connect, to unite, to join.
affirm
The court was able to affirm the legality of the new law after a review of its constitutionality.
裁判所は合憲性の審査の後、新しい法律の合法性を確認することができた。
定義to declare or assert positively; to confirm; to express strong agreement with or support for something.
反意語to deny, to contradict, to dispute.
類義語to confirm, to assert, to maintain, to support.
afflict
The disease was able to afflict a large portion of the population due to poor sanitation and living conditions.
悪い衛生状態や生活環境のため、病気は人口の大部分に影響を与えることができた。
定義to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something; to trouble.
反意語to soothe, to comfort, to heal.
類義語to torment, to afflict, to distress, to trouble.
aggravate
The athlete’s injury was aggravated by their decision to continue playing despite the pain.
アスリートは痛みにもかかわらずプレーを続けることを決めたため、怪我が悪化した。
定義to make a problem or situation worse or more serious; to irritate or provoke someone.
反意語to alleviate, to ease, to soothe.
類義語to worsen, to exacerbate, to irritate, to provoke.
agitate
The protesters were able to agitate for change through their peaceful demonstrations and civil disobedience.
抗議者たちは平和的なデモや市民的な不服従を通じて変革を促すことができた。
定義to make someone feel anxious, troubled, or disturbed; to stir up public opinion or action in support of a cause.
反意語to calm, to soothe, to quiet.
類義語to disturb, to perturb, to rouse, to incite.
aim
The archer aimed his bow at the target.
弓を構えた射手は目標に矢を向けた。
定義to point or direct a weapon, tool, or object at a target or goal, to have a specific purpose or intention in mind
反意語miss, veer, wander
類義語 target, focus, direct
alarm
The sudden increase in crime rates has alarmed the local community and prompted calls for increased police presence.
突然の犯罪率の増加により、地域社会は警察の増強を求める声を上げることになった。
定義to cause someone to feel frightened or disturbed; to warn or signal of danger or a problem.
反意語to reassure, to calm, to soothe.
類義語to frighten, to startle, to warn, to signal.
alienate
The company’s decision to lay off several longtime employees has alienated many of their remaining staff.
その企業が長年の従業員を解雇することを決めたことで、残りのスタッフの多くが疎外された。
定義to cause someone to feel isolated or estranged from others; to transfer the ownership of (property or rights) to another person or entity.
反意語to reconcile, to unite, to integrate.
類義語to isolate, to distance, to estrange, to disaffect.
align
The political party needed to align their policies with the changing views of their constituents in order to remain competitive in the election.
政党は選挙で競争力を維持するため、有権者の変化する考え方に合わせて政策を調整する必要があった。
定義to bring into line or agreement with something; to adjust or position (something) in relation to something else.
反意語to diverge, to separate, to conflict.
類義語to coordinate, to synchronize, to harmonize, to match.
allege
The prosecution was able to allege that the defendant had committed the crime based on eyewitness testimony and physical evidence.
検察は、目撃証言と物的証拠に基づいて、被告が犯罪を犯したと主張することができた。
定義to assert or claim something without proof or confirmation; to state as a fact.
反意語to deny, to refute, to disprove.
類義語to assert, to claim, to declare, to maintain.
allocate
The government needed to allocate more funds to the education system in order to improve student outcomes.
政府は学生の成果を向上させるために、教育システムにより多くの資金を割り当てる必要があった。
定義to distribute or apportion (resources or duties) for a particular purpose or function.
反意語to withhold, to retain, to hoard.
類義語to assign, to designate, to earmark, to allot.
allot
The teacher needed to allot enough time for each student to give their presentation in class.
教師は各生徒がプレゼンテションをするための十分な時間を割り当てる必要があった。
定義to assign or distribute (something) as a share or portion.
反意語to withhold, to retain, to hoard.
類義語to allocate, to assign, to apportion, to distribute.
alter
The artist was able to alter the composition of the painting to better convey their intended message.
その芸術家は意図したメッセジをより伝えるために、絵画の構成を変更することができた。
定義to change or modify (something) in a subtle or significant way.
反意語to maintain, to preserve, to keep.
類義語to modify, to adjust, to adapt, to transform.
alternate
The team needed to alternate their strategy in order to keep their opponents on their toes.
チームは相手を油断させないために、戦略を交互に変更する必要があった。
定義to occur in turn repeatedly; to switch or change (between two or more things) regularly.
反意語to continue, to persist, to maintain.
類義語to rotate, to switch, to change, to alternate.
amaze
The magician’s illusions were able to amaze and delight the audience.
魔術師の幻想は観客を驚かせ、喜ばせることができた。
定義to fill someone with wonder, astonishment, or admiration; to surprise or impress greatly.
反意語to bore, to disappoint, to underwhelm.
類義語to astonish, to astound, to impress, to dazzle.
amplify
The microphone was able to amplify the speaker’s voice so that everyone in the audience could hear.
マイクはスピーカの声を増幅し、聴衆全員が聞くことができるようにした。
定義to increase the volume, intensity, or magnitude of something; to enlarge or expand upon a topic or idea.
反意語to diminish, to reduce, to weaken.
類義語to intensify, to augment, to enlarge, to expand.
amuse
The comedian was able to amuse the audience with their witty jokes and comedic timing.
そのコメディアンは機知に富んだジョークとおかしなタイミングで観客を楽しませることができた。
定義to provide entertainment or enjoyment to someone through humor or pleasant activities.
反意語to bore, to tire, to annoy.
類義語to entertain, to delight, to charm, to please.
annoy
The constant interruptions were beginning to annoy the speaker and hinder their presentation.
継続的な中断はスピーカをいらだたせ、プレゼンテーションを妨げていた。
定義to irritate, bother, or disturb someone in a persistent or repetitive manner.
反意語to please, to satisfy, to delight.
類義語to irritate, to bother, to vex, to provoke.
anticipate
The team was able to anticipate their opponent’s moves and gain the upper hand in the game.
チームは相手の動きを予想し、ゲームで優位に立つことができた。
定義to expect or predict (something) based on observation or knowledge; to look forward to or prepare for (something) in advance.
反意語to overlook, to ignore, to neglect.
類義語to expect, to foresee, to predict, to prepare.
appease
The leader was able to appease the concerns of the protesters by promising to address their grievances.
リーダーは不満を解消するために改善策を約束することで抗議者の懸念を鎮めることができた。
定義to satisfy or pacify (someone) by acceding to their demands or concerns; to calm or soothe.
反意語to provoke, to upset, to agitate.
類義語to placate, to mollify, to calm, to satisfy.
appoint
The manager needed to appoint a new team leader to oversee the project.
マネージャーはプロジェクトを監視する新しいチームリーダーを任命する必要があった。
定義to assign or designate (someone) officially to a position or role; to set a time or place for a meeting or event.
反意語to dismiss, to discharge, to remove.
類義語to designate, to nominate, to assign, to schedule.
appraise
The real estate agent needed to appraise the value of the property before listing it on the market.
不動産業者は市場に出す前に物件の価値を査定する必要があった。
定義to assess the value or quality of something; to evaluate or estimate.
反意語to undervalue, to underestimate, to ignore.
類義語to evaluate, to estimate, to assess, to judge.
appreciate
I appreciate your help with this project.
私はこのプロジェクトでのあなたの助けを感謝しています。
定義to recognize and value the worth or quality of something or someone
反意語depreciate, disregard, underestimate
類義語value, esteem, cherish
approach
We need to approach this problem with a fresh perspective.
私たちは新しい視点でこの問題に取り組む必要があります。
定義to come near or nearer to something or someone in distance or time
反意語retreat, withdraw, avoid
類義語advance, come close, move towards
appropriate
It’s important to wear appropriate clothing for the occasion.
その場に適した服装を着ることが重要です。
定義suitable or fitting for a particular purpose, person, or situation
反意語unsuitable, inappropriate, improper
類義語fitting, proper, apt
approximate
I would approximate the distance to be around 5 miles.
距離は5マイルほどだと推定します。
Definitionsto estimate or guess something without exact or precise measurement
Antonymsmeasure, calculate, determine
Synonymsestimate, guess, judge
arouse
The movie’s suspenseful music will arouse your emotions.
その映画のサスペンスフルな音楽があなたの感情をかき立てるでしょう。
定義to awaken, excite, or stimulate something or someone
反意語calm, soothe, lull
類義語awaken, excite, stir up
arrest
The police arrested the suspect for theft.
警察は窃盗容疑者を逮捕しました。
定義to take someone into custody, especially for a crime
反意語release, free, liberate
類義語detain, apprehend, capture
ascertain
I need to ascertain the facts before making a decision.
決定する前に事実を確認する必要があります。
定義to find out for certain; make sure of
反意語guess, estimate, assume
類義語verify, confirm, establish
ascribe
Many scholars ascribe the invention of the printing press to Gutenberg.
多くの学者が印刷機の発明をグテンベルクに帰する。
定義to attribute to a specified cause, source, or origin
反意語dissociate, disconnect, separate
類義語attribute, credit, assign
assault
The victim was hospitalized after the brutal assault.
被害者は残虐な攻撃の後入院した。
定義a violent physical or verbal attack
反意語peace, agreement, reconciliation
類義語attack, aggression, violence
assemble
We need to assemble a team to complete this project.
このプロジェクトを完了するためにチムを結成する必要があります。
定義to gather together in one place for a common purpose
反意語disperse, scatter, separate
類義語gather, collect, congregate
assert
He confidently asserted his opinion in the meeting.
彼は会議で自信を持って意見を主張しました。
定義to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully
反意語deny, refute, contradict
類義語declare, affirm, maintain
assess
The teacher will assess our understanding of the material through a test.
先生はテストで私たちの理解度を評価します。
定義to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something or someone
反意語ignore, neglect, disregard
類義語evaluate, appraise, judge
assign
I will assign you the task of organizing the event.
私はあなたにそのイベントの組織を任せます。
定義to allocate a task or duty to someone
反意語keep, retain, hold on to
類義語allocate, designate, appoint
assimilate
It takes time to assimilate to a new culture.
新しい文化に順応するには時間がかかります。
定義to absorb or integrate into a larger group or culture
反意語isolate, segregate, exclude
類義語integrate, absorb, adapt
associate
The company is looking for an associate to join their team.
その企業は彼らのチムに参加するアソシエイトを募集しています。
定義to join or connect together; to partner or collaborate with someone
反意語separate, disconnect, disassociate
類義語connect, link, partner
assume
I cannot assume responsibility for your mistake.
あなたのミスの責任を引き受けることはできません。
定義to take on or accept a role, duty, or responsibility
反意語relinquish, surrender, abandon
類義語undertake, adopt, shoulder
assure
The doctor assured me that the surgery would be a success.
医師は手術が成功すると保証してくれた。
定義to make someone confident or certain about something
反意語doubt, question, mistrust
類義語guarantee, promise, reassure
astonish
The magician’s trick astonished the audience.
マジシャンのトリックに観客は驚愕した。
定義to surprise or amaze someone greatly
反意語bore, disappoint, underwhelm
類義語amaze, surprise, astound
attain
She finally attained her dream of becoming a doctor.
彼女はついに医者になるという夢を叶えた。
定義to achieve or reach something after effort or struggle
反意語lose, fail, miss
類義語achieve, accomplish, reach
attract
The colorful flowers attract bees and butterflies.
カラフルな花はミツバチや蝶々を引きつけます。
定義to draw or pull towards oneself; to be appealing or interesting to someone or something
反意語repel, deter, discourage
類義語draw, lure, entice
attribute
I attribute my success to hard work and determination.
私の成功は努力と決意に帰すると思います。
定義to regard something as being caused by someone or something; to ascribe a quality or feature to someone or something
反意語dissociate, disconnect, separate
類義語credit, ascribe, impute
続いてBから始まる単語を見ていきましょう。
【B】
ban
The school decided to ban smoking on its premises.
学校は敷地内での喫煙を禁止することに決定した。
定義to prohibit or forbid something, to exclude someone from a place or group
反意語permit, allow, authorize
類義語forbid, prohibit, bar
banish
The king banished the traitor from the kingdom.
王は反逆者を王国から追放した。
定義to force someone to leave a place or country, to get rid of something
反意語invite, welcome, embrace
類義語expel, exile, ostracize
baptize
She was baptized in the church where her parents got married.
彼女は両親が結婚した教会で洗礼を受けた。
定義to perform a Christian religious ceremony that involves sprinkling or immersion in water, to name or dedicate someone or something
反意語desecrate, defile, profane
類義語christen, name, dedicate
bargain
I managed to get a good bargain on these shoes.
私はこれらの靴を良い値段で買うことができた。
定義an agreement between two parties on the price or terms of something, to negotiate or discuss a deal
反意語rip-off, overcharge, overpay
類義語deal, agreement, negotiation
barricade
The police barricaded the street to prevent protesters from entering.
警察はデモ隊が入ってくるのを防ぐために通りをバリケードで封鎖した
定義to block or close off a place with barriers, obstacles, or objects to prevent entry or passage
反意語unblock, open, clear
類義語block, obstruct, seal off
bash
They had a great bash for their wedding anniversary.
彼らは結婚記念日のパーティーを盛大に開催した。
定義a large, lively party or celebration, to hit or strike something hard
反意語restraint, control, composure
類義語party, celebration, festivity
bear
The mother bear was fiercely protective of her cubs.
母熊は子どもたちを猛烈に守っていた。
定義a large, powerful mammal with shaggy fur and sharp claws, to carry or support the weight of something
反意語avoid, evade, shirk
類義語animal, mammal, carry
bend
He had to bend down to pick up the pen he dropped.
彼は落としたペンを拾うために身をかがめなければならなかった。
定義to curve or flex something, to change direction or course
反意語straighten, unbend, flatten
類義語curve, flex, incline
berate
The coach berated the players for their poor performance.
コーチは選手たちの不甲斐ないパフォーマンスに対して叱責した。
定義to scold or criticize someone angrily or severely
反意語praise, commend, applaud
類義語scold, reprimand, rebuke
bestow
The queen bestowed knighthood upon the brave soldier.
勇敢な兵士に女王は爵位を授けた。
定義to give something as a gift or honor, to confer or grant something
反意語withhold, deny, deprive
類義語give, grant, confer
betray
He felt betrayed when his best friend lied to him.
彼の親友が嘘をついたとき、彼は裏切られたと感じた。
定義to deceive or reveal confidential information about someone, to show disloyalty or treachery
反意語remain loyal, faithful, true
類義語deceive, backstab, sell out
bewilder
The complex instructions bewildered the students.
複雑な指示により、生徒たちは困惑した。
定義to confuse or puzzle someone, to cause someone to become perplexed or uncertain
反意語clarify, explain, enlighten
類義語confuse, puzzle, perplex
bill
The restaurant gave us the bill after we finished our meal.
食事を終えた後、レストランは私たちに請求書を渡した。
定義a statement of charges or expenses, a written proposal or draft of a law
反意語refund, credit, discount
類義語invoice, statement, check
bind
The rope was used to bind the prisoner’s hands.
縄は囚人の手を縛るために使われた。
定義to tie or fasten something securely, to make a formal or legal agreement
反意語release, free, untie
類義語tie, fasten, secure
blast
The explosion caused a blast that shattered the windows.
爆発により窓ガラスが破壊されるほどの衝撃があった。
定義a powerful explosion or gust of wind, to explode or destroy something with an explosive force
反意語calm, peace, stillness
類義語explosion, burst, detonation
blink
He blinked in disbelief when he heard the news.
彼はそのニュースを聞いて信じられないと目を瞬かせた。
定義to shut and open the eyes quickly, to indicate doubt or surprise
反意語stare, gaze, scrutinize
類義語wink, flicker, flutter
bloat
Eating too much junk food can cause your stomach to bloat.
ジャンクフードを食べ過ぎると腹が膨れることがある。
定義to swell or become inflated, to make something swollen or distended
反意語deflate, shrink, contract
類義語swell, expand, distend
block
The protesters blocked the entrance to the government building.
抗議者たちは政府ビルの入口を封鎖した。
定義to obstruct or hinder the passage or progress of something, a solid piece of material used for building or as a barrier
反意語clear, unblock, open
類義語obstruct, impede, hinder
boast
He liked to boast about his achievements.
彼は自分の業績について自慢するのが好きだった。
定義to talk with excessive pride or self-satisfaction, a statement expressing pride or satisfaction in something
反意語be modest, downplay, understate
類義語brag, crow, swagger
bolster
The new evidence helped to bolster the case against the defendant.
新しい証拠は被告人に対する訴えを強化するのに役立った。
定義to support or strengthen something, a long, narrow pillow or cushion
反意語weaken, undermine, debilitate
類義語support, strengthen, reinforce
bond
The experience of going through a crisis together bonded the team members.
危機を一緒に乗り越えた経験がチームメンバーを結束させた。
定義:Definitionsto form a close personal or emotional relationship with someone, to establish a connection or tie between people or things
反意語separate, disconnect, estrange
類義語unite, connect, link
boost
The new advertising campaign helped to boost sales.
新しい広告キャンペーンは売り上げを増やすのに役立った。
定義to increase or improve something, a push or lift up from below
反意語decrease, reduce, lower
類義語increase, improve, enhance
bother
Don’t bother coming to the party if you’re not going to enjoy yourself.
楽しめないならパーティーに来なくてもいいよ。
定義to annoy or trouble someone, to take the trouble or effort to do something
反意語please, satisfy, comfort
類義語annoy, trouble, inconvenience
bow
He gave a bow to the audience after his performance.
彼は演技後に観客にお辞儀をした。
定義to bend the head or body as a sign of respect or greeting, a weapon or device used for shooting arrows
反意語stand tall, ignore, disrespect
類義語nod, curtsy, arch
brand
The company branded their new product with a catchy name and logo.
その会社は新しい製品に魅力的な名前とロゴをつけてブランド化した。
定義to give a distinct name, design, or symbol to a product, service, or organization in order to create a unique identity and image in the minds of consumers
反意語unbrand, debrand, disassociate
類義語trademark, label, market
breed
They decided to breed their dog with a poodle.
彼らは自分たちの犬をプードルと交配させることに決めた。
定義to produce offspring through sexual reproduction, a group of animals or plants with common characteristics
反意語sterilize, castrate, spay
類義語mate, propagate, raise
bully
The boy was bullied by his classmates at school.
その少年は学校で同級生にいじめられた。
定義to use force or threats to intimidate or harm someone weaker, a person who uses force or threats to intimidate others
反意語support, encourage, protect
類義語intimidate, harass, oppress
burst
The balloon burst when he accidentally sat on it.
彼が誤って座ってしまったとき、風船が破裂した。
定義to break open suddenly, to suddenly express an emotion or feeling
反意語mend, fix, repair
類義語explode, rupture, pop
bury
They buried the time capsule in the schoolyard.
彼らはタイムカプセルを校庭に埋めた。
定義to place something in the ground and cover it with earth, to hide or conceal something
反意語exhume, uncover, expose
類義語inter, entomb, hide
bypass
The new highway bypasses the city center.
新しい高速道路は市街地を迂回する。
定義to go around or avoid something, to provide an alternative route or means of access
反意語confront, face, encounter
類義語avoid, circumvent, detour
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