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B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

捕虜
Meaning
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
Example
The captive was held in a small cell for several months.
捕虜は数ヶ月間小さな部屋に閉じ込められていた。
C1 noun /kəˈmɪtl̩/

committal

収監 / 拘束
Meaning
The action of sending a person to prison or a mental hospital; also the act of committing something to a particular place.
Example
The judge ordered the committal of the accused to custody.
裁判官は被告を拘置所に送るよう命じました。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒn.trər.i/

Contrary

反対の; 対立する;
Meaning
opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different
Example
Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.
一般的な信念とは反対に、猫は非常に社交的な動物であることができます。
B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

委員会
Meaning
An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.
Example
The commission recommends constitutional reforms.
委員会は憲法改正を提案します。
C1 verb /ˈkʌl.mɪ.neɪt/

culminate

最高潮に達する
Meaning
To reach the final or climactic stage of a process or activity.
Example
Years of hard work culminated in his success.
長年の努力が彼の成功に集約された。
C1 adjective /ˈkɒnvɛks/

convex

凸状の、外向きに丸みを帯びた
Meaning
curved or rounded outward
Example
The lens has a convex shape to focus light.
レンズは光を焦点を合わせるために凸の形状をしています。
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

chord

和音
Meaning
A group of musical notes played or sung together; also a straight line segment joining two points on a curve.
Example
She strummed a simple chord on the guitar.
彼女はギターでシンプルな和音を弾いた。
C1 noun /kəmˈpʌl.ʃən/

Compulsion

強迫; 強制;
Meaning
the action or state of forcing or being forced to do something; an irresistible urge to behave in a certain way
Example
He felt a strong compulsion to check his phone every few minutes.
彼は数分おきに電話を確認したいという強迫感を感じていた。
B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

その結果
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Example
He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.
彼は勉強しなかったので、その結果試験に落ちた。
B2 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
C2 noun /ˈkɒd.ɪ.sɪl/

codicil

遺言補遺
Meaning
a legal document that makes changes or additions to an existing will
Example
He added a codicil to his will to include his granddaughter.
彼は自分の遺言に孫娘を含めるためにコディシルを加えました。
B1 adjective /kənˈviː.ni.ənt/

Convenient

便利な；使いやすい；実用的な;
Meaning
fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans; suitable and practical
Example
The new shopping mall is very convenient for our family.
新しいショッピングモールは私たちの家族にとってとても便利です。
B1 noun ˌkɒnsənˈtreɪʃən

concentration

集中
Meaning
The action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
Concentration is key to mastering any skill.
集中はどんなスキルでも習得するための鍵です。
C1 adjective /ˈkælkjʊleɪtɪŋ/

calculating

計算高い
Meaning
acting in a scheming and ruthlessly determined way
Example
He had a cold and calculating approach to business.
彼はビジネスに冷徹で計算高いアプローチを持っていた。
A2 adjective /ˈkruːəl/

cruel

残酷
Meaning
Willfully causing pain or suffering to others, or feeling no concern about it.
Example
It was cruel to make fun of the injured boy.
負傷した男の子を笑うのは残酷だった。
C1 noun /krʌˈsteɪʃən/

crustacean

硬い殻を持つ水生動物
Meaning
an aquatic animal with a hard shell, such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps
Example
Crabs and lobsters are well-known crustaceans.
カニやロブスターはよく知られている甲殻類です。
B1 noun /ˈkætl/

cattle

幸せ
Meaning
large domesticated animals such as cows and bulls that are kept on a farm for their milk, meat, or hides
Example
The farmer owns a herd of cattle that graze near the river.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せませんでした。
C2 verb /ˈtʃeɪ.sən/

chasten

戒める / 征服する
Meaning
to correct or discipline; to humble or subdue
Example
The coach chastened the team after their poor performance.
コーチは彼らの悪いパフォーマンスの後、チームを戒めた。
B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

コンセンサス
Meaning
A general agreement among all members of a group.
Example
Consensus was reached after long deliberation.
長い議論の後、コンセンサスが得られました。
C2 verb /kɒnˈkætəneɪt/

concatenate

連結する
Meaning
To link things together in a series or chain.
Example
The program concatenates two strings into one.
プログラムは二つの文字列を一つに連結します。
A2 noun, verb /kəˈrɪər/

career

キャリア / 職業
Meaning
As a noun: a person’s course of professional life; as a verb: to move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way.
Example
She built a successful career in medicine.
彼女は医学の分野で成功したキャリアを築いた。
B2 noun /kæf/

Calf

子牛
Meaning
a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals
Example
The calf stayed close to its mother.
子牛は母親の近くにいました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

貢献者
Meaning
a person who gives something to help achieve a result
Example
He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.
彼は地元の新聞の定期的な貢献者でした。
C1 adjective /kɔɪ/

coy

控えめな, 内気な
Meaning
reluctant to give details or reveal feelings; shy or reserved
Example
She gave a coy smile when asked about her plans.
彼女は自分の計画について聞かれたとき、控えめな笑顔を見せた。
C1 noun /kɒzˈmɒlədʒi/

cosmology

コスモロジー
Meaning
the science of the origin and development of the universe
Example
She studied cosmology to understand the origins of the universe.
彼女は宇宙の起源を理解するためにコスモロジーを学んだ。
B1 noun /kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

construction

建設
Meaning
The building of something, typically a large structure.
Example
Construction dust significantly contributes to pollution.
建設工事のほこりは汚染に大きく寄与します。
C2 noun /ˈkætɪtʃuː/

Catechu

カテチュー
Meaning
an extract from a tropical Asian plant, used in tanning and dyeing
Example
Catechu extract is commonly used in traditional medicine.
カテチュー抽出物は伝統医学で一般的に使用されます。
C1 noun kənˈvɜː.dʒəns

convergence

収束
Meaning
The process of coming together from different directions to meet at a common point; unification or integration.
Example
The convergence of technologies is revolutionizing industries.
技術の収束が産業を革命的に変革しています。
B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Meaning
a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something
Example
He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.
B1 verb /ˈkælkjəˌleɪt/

calculate

計算する
Meaning
to determine by mathematical computation; to estimate
Example
I need to calculate the total cost.
総費用を計算する必要があります。
C1 verb/noun /ˈkrɒn.ɪ.kəl/

chronicle

出来事を発生した順番で記録する
Meaning
To record events in the order in which they happened; a written record of historical events.
Example
She decided to chronicle her journey through a blog.
彼女はブログを通じて彼女の旅を記録することに決めました。
B2 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

合図
Meaning
A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.
Example
The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.
俳優はステージに上がる前にキューを待っていました。
C1 noun /kənˈtɛnʃən/

contention

争い, 意見の相違
Meaning
heated disagreement or argument; a point asserted in debate
Example
The main contention between the two parties was over tax reform.
二つの党派間での主要な争いは税制改革に関するものでした。
B1 verb /kənˈtɪnjuɪŋ/

continuing

続ける
Meaning
to keep doing something without stopping
Example
They are continuing their journey despite the rain.
雨にもかかわらず、彼らは旅を続けています。
A2 noun /kənˌɡrætʃ.əˈleɪ.ʃənz/

Congratulations

おめでとう
Meaning
words expressing praise for an achievement or good wishes on a special occasion
Example
Congratulations on your promotion! You really deserved this success.
昇進おめでとう！本当にこの成功に値するよ。
B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

頬; 横柄;
Meaning
either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior
Example
The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.
赤ちゃんのピンク色のほおが、健康で幸せであることを示していました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

能力
Meaning
the ability to do something successfully or efficiently
Example
Her competence as a manager impressed the board.
マネージャーとしての彼女の能力は、取締役会に感銘を与えました。
C1 verb /kənˈfaʊnd/

confound

Meaning
to confuse or surprise someone, often by acting against their expectations
Example
The magician's trick seemed to confound the entire audience.
C1 noun ˈklaɪmət ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən

climate regulation

気候調整
Meaning
The moderation of climate conditions through natural or artificial processes.
Example
Forests help in climate regulation by stabilizing local temperatures.
森林は地域の温度を安定させることで気候調整に役立ちます。
C2 noun /ˈsɛʃən/

cession

権利や財産の譲渡
Meaning
The formal giving up of rights, property, or territory, especially by a state.
Example
The treaty resulted in the cession of land to the neighboring country.
条約の結果、土地は隣国に譲渡されました。
C2 noun /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zəns/

cognizance

認識
Meaning
Awareness, knowledge, or understanding of something; conscious perception.
Example
The judge took cognizance of the new evidence.
裁判官は新しい証拠に気づいた。
C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər kleɪm/

counter-claim

反訴
Meaning
a claim made to rebut a previous claim, often in legal contexts
Example
The defendant filed a counter-claim against the plaintiff.
被告は原告に対して反訴を提起しました。
C2 verb /ˈkɒndʒʊɡeɪt/

conjugate

活用する
Meaning
to list the different forms of a verb according to tense, person, and number
Example
Students are asked to conjugate the verb 'to be'.
学生は「to be」動詞を活用するよう求められます。
C2 adjective /ˈkɒlərɪk/

choleric

短気な
Meaning
Easily angered; irritable and hot-tempered.
Example
His choleric nature often got him into arguments.
彼の短気な性格はよく議論に巻き込まれました。
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.træst/

Contrast

対比; 違い; 比較
Meaning
the state of being strikingly different from something else; comparison showing differences
Example
The contrast between city life and rural life is quite remarkable.
都市生活と農村生活の対比は非常に顕著です。
B2 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

銅
Meaning
a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more
Example
Copper is a good conductor of electricity.
銅は良い電気導体です。
C2 verb /ˈkælvɪnaɪz/

calvinize

カルヴァン主義の原則を取り入れる
Meaning
to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism
Example
The preacher sought to calvinize the community with strict teachings.
伝道師は厳格な教義でコミュニティをカルヴァン主義化しようとした。
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。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

魅力的な
Meaning
Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.
Example
She gave a compelling speech about climate change.
彼女は気候変動について魅力的なスピーチをしました。
B2 adverb /ˈklɒkwaɪz/

Clockwise

時計回り
Meaning
in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right
Example
Turn the valve clockwise to tighten it.
バルブを時計回りに回して締めてください。
C2 noun /ˈkreɪniəm/

cranium

頭蓋骨
Meaning
the skull, especially the part enclosing the brain
Example
The archaeologists carefully examined the ancient cranium.
考古学者たちは古代の頭蓋骨を慎重に調べました。
C1 noun /ˈkæn.ə.pi/

canopy

森の上層部、木々の冠によって形成される; 上部の覆い
Meaning
The upper layer of a forest formed by the crowns of trees; overhead cover.
Example
The rainforest canopy provides shelter to many birds and insects.
熱帯雨林のキャノピーは多くの鳥や昆虫に避難場所を提供します。
B2 noun /kənˈsɛnt/

consent

同意
Meaning
permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Example
She gave her consent before the operation.
彼女は手術の前に同意を与えました。
C1 noun /kliːˈʃeɪ/

cliche

決まり文句
Meaning
An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality or impact.
Example
The speech was filled with old clichés that failed to inspire the audience.
そのスピーチは古い決まり文句でいっぱいで、聴衆を感動させることができませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈsaɪ.nəˌʃʊr/

cynosure

皆の注目の的
Meaning
A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.
Example
She was the cynosure of all eyes at the party.
彼女はパーティーで皆の注目の的でした。
A1 noun /kɑːrd/

card

Meaning
A small, flat piece of stiff paper or thin cardboard used for various purposes, such as identification, greetings, or playing games.
Example
She handed me her business card after the meeting.
C2 noun /ˌkɒnsaɪˈniː/

consignee

受取人
Meaning
the person or company to whom goods are delivered
Example
The consignee received the shipment on time.
受取人は時間通りに配送を受け取りました。
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

閉じ込める
Meaning
to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space
Example
The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.
囚人は1日に23時間、自分の独房に閉じ込められた。
C2 adjective /ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/

churlish

無礼
Meaning
Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.
Example
It would be churlish to refuse her kind invitation.
彼女の親切な招待を断るのは無礼だろう。
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərˌwʊmən/

chairwoman

女性議長
Meaning
a woman who presides over a meeting, committee, or organization; a female leader of a board or council
Example
She was elected chairwoman of the company after years of experience.
彼女は長年の経験の後、その会社の女性議長に選ばれた。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

国勢調査
Meaning
An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.
Example
The government conducted a census to update demographic data.
政府は人口統計データを更新するために国勢調査を実施しました。
B2 adjective kəˈləʊ.ni.əl

colonial

植民地の
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.
Example
Colonial rule suppressed local governance.
植民地支配は地元の政府を抑圧した。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsənəns/

consonance

調和, 一致
Meaning
Agreement or harmony among parts; a pleasing combination of sounds in music or words.
Example
The consonance between their ideas made the project successful.
彼らの考えの調和がプロジェクトを成功に導いた。
C1 adjective /kənˈspɪkjuəs/

conspicuous

目立つ
Meaning
Easily noticeable; attracting attention due to being unusual or prominent.
Example
Her red dress made her conspicuous at the party.
彼女の赤いドレスはパーティーで目立っていました。
C1 noun /ˈkɒləmnɪst/

columnist

コラムニスト
Meaning
a journalist who regularly writes articles or opinions for a newspaper or magazine
Example
The columnist wrote an article about climate change.
コラムニストは気候変動に関する記事を書きました。
C2 noun /krəˈdjuːlɪti/

credulity

信じやすさ
Meaning
A tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true.
Example
The scam succeeded because of the victim's credulity.
詐欺は被害者の信じやすさのおかげで成功した。
B1 noun /ˈtʃæmpiən/

champion

チャンピオン
Meaning
a person who has defeated all rivals in a competition or fight.
Example
She became the champion after winning the final match.
彼女は決勝戦に勝った後、チャンピオンになった。
C2 noun /kəˈpriːs/

caprice

気まぐれ
Meaning
a sudden, unpredictable change of mood or behavior
Example
She bought the expensive dress on a caprice.
彼女は気まぐれで高価なドレスを買った。
C2 noun /ˈkæʒuɪstri/

casuistry

詭弁
Meaning
The use of clever but false reasoning, especially in relation to moral questions.
Example
The lawyer’s argument was dismissed as mere casuistry.
弁護士の主張は単なる詭弁として退けられました。
B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

クローブ
Meaning
aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice
Example
She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.
彼女はワインにいくつかのクローブを加えて、風味を増しました。
A2 noun /ˈkælkjʊleɪtər/

calculator

電卓
Meaning
an electronic or mechanical device used to perform mathematical calculations
Example
She used a calculator to solve the complex equation.
彼女は複雑な方程式を解くために電卓を使った。
B1 noun /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/

competitor

競争相手
Meaning
a person, team, or company that competes with others
Example
The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor.
その会社は主要な競争相手を打ち負かすために価格を引き下げました。
B1 adjective /kənˈtɪn.ju.əs/

continuous

連続的
Meaning
forming an unbroken whole; without interruption
Example
The factory operates on a continuous 24-hour schedule.
工場は24時間連続したスケジュールで稼働しています。
C1 verb /kliːv/

cleave

裂ける, 切る
Meaning
to split or divide; to cut through forcefully
Example
He used an axe to cleave the wood.
彼は斧を使って木を割った。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒst.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

cost-efficient

コスト効率的
Meaning
Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Example
Cost-efficient solutions benefit industries.
コスト効率的な解決策は産業に利益をもたらす。
A1 noun /ˈkʌl.ər/

color

色
Meaning
The property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects or emits light.
Example
Blue is her favorite color.
青は彼女のお気に入りの色です。
B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

塊 / 断片
Meaning
a thick or solid piece of something
Example
She cut the cake into large chunks.
彼女はケーキを大きな塊に切った。
A2 noun /klaʊn/

Clown

道化師; サーカスの中で特に伝統的な衣装と誇張されたメイクをしたコメディアン
Meaning
a comic entertainer, especially one in a circus, wearing a traditional costume and exaggerated makeup
Example
The children laughed loudly at the funny clown's silly antics.
子供たちは面白いクラウンの愚かな仕草に大笑いしました。
A1 verb /kɔːst/

cost

費用
Meaning
to have a price of; to require payment; to cause loss
Example
This book will cost twenty dollars.
この本は二十ドルかかります。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

議員
Meaning
an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community
Example
The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.
市議会議員は地域の道路について話しました。
C2 noun /ˌkəʊ.əˈles.əns/

coalescence

統合, 結合
Meaning
The process of coming together to form one mass or whole.
Example
The coalescence of different cultures creates diversity.
異なる文化のコアレッセンスは多様性を生み出します。
C2 noun /ˈkɔːrmərənt/

cormorant

魚を捕まえるために潜る大きな黒い海鳥
Meaning
a large black sea bird that catches fish by diving
Example
The cormorant perched on the rock, drying its wings after a dive.
コウモリは岩の上に止まり、ダイブの後に羽を乾かしていました。
C1 noun /ˈkæviˌæt/

caveat

警告
Meaning
a warning or condition to be considered before taking action
Example
The proposal was accepted with one caveat.
提案は警告付きで受け入れられました。
C1 noun /ˈkɒndjuɪt/ or /ˈkɑːnduɪt/

conduit

導管 / 手段
Meaning
a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information
Example
The cable was placed inside a protective conduit.
ケーブルは保護された導管内に配置されました。
C2 noun /ˈkɒɡneɪt/

cognate

同根語
Meaning
a word related to another word in origin; having the same linguistic root
Example
The Spanish word 'madre' and the English word 'mother' are cognates.
スペイン語の「madre」と英語の「mother」は同根語です。
B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

衝突; ぶつかり合い
Meaning
an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests
Example
The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.
二台の車の衝突で大きな渋滞が発生しました。
A1 verb /kʌt/

cut

切る
Meaning
to divide or separate with a sharp tool
Example
I cut the paper with scissors.
私はハサミで紙を切った。
C2 adjective /sɛnˈsɔːriəs/

censorious

過度に批判的な
Meaning
severely critical of others
Example
She was always censorious about her colleagues' mistakes.
彼女は同僚のミスに対して常に批判的でした。
A2 noun কন্ডিশন

condition

状態
Meaning
A particular state of health or physical fitness; a medical problem.
Example
The condition worsens without proper treatment.
適切な治療がなければ状態は悪化します。
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

クライマックス
Meaning
the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process
Example
The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.
映画は最後の戦闘シーンでクライマックスに達しました。
B1 noun /ˈkɒliːɡ/

colleague

同僚
Meaning
a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business
Example
She invited her colleagues to the office party.
彼女はオフィスパーティーに同僚を招待しました。
C1 adjective /ˌkɒnvəˈlɛsnt/

convalescent

回復中の、病気や治療から回復している
Meaning
recovering from an illness or medical treatment
Example
The hospital has a special ward for convalescent patients.
病院には回復中の患者のための特別な病棟があります。
A2 noun /ˈkændl/

candle

ろうそく
Meaning
a stick of wax with a wick that burns to give light
Example
She lit a candle during the power cut.
停電中に彼女はろうそくを灯しました。
A2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːrkəl/

circle

円
Meaning
a round shape; to move all the way around something
Example
The children sat in a circle.
子供たちは円形に座っていました。
A2 adjective /ˈkraʊdɪd/

crowded

幸せ
Meaning
filled with too many people or things
Example
The bus was so crowded that I could hardly move.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができなかった。
B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

偶然
Meaning
a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening
Example
It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.
それは奇妙な偶然だった、彼ら二人は同じドレスを着てパーティーに行った。
B1 noun ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən

conservation

保存
Meaning
The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.
Example
Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.
森林の保護は気候の安定に不可欠です。
C1 noun /kənˈtɛndər/

contender

競争者, 立候補者
Meaning
a person or team competing for a title or prize
Example
She is a strong contender for the mayoral position.
彼女は市長職の強力な候補者です。
B2 verb /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

構成する
Meaning
To make up, form, or establish something.
Example
These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.
これらの文書は、両者間の法的契約を構成しています。
B2 noun ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

constitution

憲法
Meaning
A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state is governed.
Example
Constitutional reforms ensure equity.
憲法改正は平等を保障します。
B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

細胞の
Meaning
relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology
Example
Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.
セルラー技術は通信を革新しました。
C2 verb /kəˈmɪz.ə.reɪt/

commiserate

他人の不幸に同情すること
Meaning
To express sympathy or compassion for someone's misfortune.
Example
She called her friend to commiserate after his loss.
彼女は彼の損失に共感するために友人に電話をかけた。
C1 noun koʊˈhisɪv ˈjunɪts

cohesive units

結束した単位
Meaning
Groups or organizations that work together as unified wholes, with members closely bound together.
Example
Early humans formed cohesive units for survival.
初期の人類は生存のために結束した単位を作った。
C1 verb /ˈkætəˌlaɪz/

catalyze

触発する
Meaning
To cause or accelerate a reaction or change.
Example
The new law catalyzed reforms across the sector.
新しい法律は業界全体で改革を促進した。
B1 noun ˈkɒn.fər.əns

conference

会議
Meaning
A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.
Example
The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.
気候会議では再生可能エネルギーが強調されました。
C1 adjective /ˈkjʊərəbl/

curable

治療可能な
Meaning
Able to be cured or healed.
Example
The doctor assured her that the disease was curable.
医者はその病気が治療可能だと確信を持って言いました。
C1 adjective /ˈkæn.dɪd/

Candid

率直な; 正直な; 直言
Meaning
truthful and straightforward; frank and honest in expression
Example
I appreciate your candid opinion about the project.
プロジェクトに関するあなたの率直な意見に感謝します。
B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzən/

citizen

市民
Meaning
a legally recognized subject or national of a state
Example
Every citizen has the right to vote.
すべての市民は投票する権利を持っています。
B2 noun ˈsɜːrkjələr ɪˈkɒnəmi

circular economy

循環型経済
Meaning
An economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources through reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing and recycling.
Example
Adopting a circular economy can reduce waste.
循環型経済を採用すると廃棄物を減らすことができます。
C1 adjective /ˌser.ɪˈmoʊ.ni.əl/

Ceremonial

儀式的
Meaning
relating to or used in ceremonies; formal and ritualistic
Example
The ceremonial dress was worn during the royal wedding.
王室の結婚式で着用される儀式的な衣装でした。
B2 adjective /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

高価
Meaning
expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort
Example
Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.
彼らのミスは会社にとって非常に高価であることが証明されました。
C1 noun /ˈkɒrənər/

coroner

検死官
Meaning
an official who investigates sudden, violent, or suspicious deaths
Example
The coroner determined the cause of death was natural.
検死官は死因が自然死であると判定しました。
C2 adjective /ˈkæp.ʃəs/

Captious

細かいことにこだわる; 批判的
Meaning
tending to find fault or raise petty objections; fault-finding; critical
Example
His captious remarks about every small detail made the meeting very unpleasant.
彼の細かいことにこだわるコメントは、会議をとても不快なものにしました。
C2 noun /krɪpˈtɒɡ.rə.fi/

cryptography

暗号化または符号化技術を使用して情報を保護する実践
Meaning
The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques
Example
Modern cryptography ensures secure online transactions.
現代の暗号技術は、安全なオンライン取引を保証します。
B1 noun /ˌkjʊr.iˈɑs.ɪ.ti/

Curiosity

好奇心; 異常または興味深い物事
Meaning
a strong desire to know or learn something; an unusual or interesting object or fact
Example
Her curiosity about different cultures led her to travel around the world.
彼女の異文化への好奇心は、彼女を世界中に旅行させました。
A2 verb /kaʊnt/

count

数える
Meaning
to determine the total number of something
Example
She carefully counted the money on the table.
彼女はテーブルの上のお金を慎重に数えた。
B2 adjective kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

集団的
Meaning
Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.
Example
Victory Day represents our collective pride.
勝利の日は私たちの集団的誇りを象徴しています。
B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

破壊的, 壊滅的
Meaning
Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
Example
Climate change has catastrophic consequences.
気候変動は破滅的な影響を及ぼします。
C2 noun /kɔːrˈteɪʒ/

cortege

葬列
Meaning
a solemn procession, especially for a funeral
Example
A cortege of mourners followed the hearse to the cemetery.
悲しみに沈んだ人々が葬列を引き連れて霊柩車を墓地に送った。
A2 noun ˈkɜːrɪdʒ

courage

勇気
Meaning
The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
Example
Courage is essential in the face of challenges.
挑戦に直面したとき、勇気が不可欠です。
C1 adjective /ˈkɔː.stɪk/

caustic

腐食性の、鋭い皮肉な
Meaning
able to burn or corrode by chemical action; severely sarcastic
Example
Her caustic remarks hurt his feelings.
彼女の鋭い皮肉な発言は彼の感情を傷つけた。