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B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

カメレオン
Meaning
a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings
Example
The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.
カメレオンは緑色から茶色に色を変えました。
C2 noun /ˈkæbəˌlɪzəm/

cabalism

カバリズム
Meaning
The doctrines, practices, or secretive dealings of a cabal.
Example
The historian wrote extensively about cabalism in the royal court.
歴史家は王室の宮廷でカバリズムについて広範囲に書きました。
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 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
C1 noun /ˌkɒn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən/

contemplation

深い考察
Meaning
The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time; deep reflective thought.
Example
She sat in contemplation before making her decision.
彼女は決断を下す前に深く考察していた。
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

意識
Meaning
The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.
Example
Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.
瞑想は意識と考えの明晰さを改善するのに役立ちます。
C1 adjective /kənˈtɛmptʃuəs/

contemptuous

軽蔑的, 侮辱的
Meaning
showing or expressing contempt; scornful
Example
She gave him a contemptuous glance.
彼女は彼に軽蔑のまなざしを向けた。
C1 noun /krɛst/

crest

頂上
Meaning
the top of a hill, wave, or mountain; a symbol of identity
Example
The hikers reached the crest of the mountain at sunrise.
ハイカーたちは日の出時に山頂に到達しました。
C2 noun /ˈklaʊdˌbɜːrst/

cloudburst

突然の豪雨
Meaning
a sudden and very heavy rainfall
Example
The picnic was ruined by a sudden cloudburst.
ピクニックは突然の豪雨で台無しになった。
B2 noun /ˈkruː.əl.ti/

Cruelty

残酷; 非人道的な扱い; 苦痛を引き起こす行動
Meaning
behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel
Example
The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming to animals.
ドキュメンタリーは、工場式農業が動物に対して行う残酷さを暴露した。
C1 adverb /ˈkɔːrdiəli/

Cordially

心から
Meaning
in a warm and friendly manner; sincerely
Example
You are cordially invited to our wedding ceremony.
あなたは私たちの結婚式に心から招待されています。
C1 verb /ˈkʌn.dʒər/

conjure

召喚する
Meaning
to summon something as if by magic; to imagine vividly
Example
The magician conjured a rabbit out of the hat.
魔法使いは帽子からウサギを召喚しました。
C1 verb /kəˈrəʊd/

corrode

腐食
Meaning
to gradually destroy or wear away metal or other materials through chemical action
Example
The iron pipes corroded over time due to exposure to water.
鉄のパイプは水にさらされて時間が経つにつれて腐食しました。
B1 adjective /kəˈlɛktɪd/

collected

冷静
Meaning
calm and in control of oneself
Example
She remained calm and collected during the crisis.
危機の間、彼女は冷静でコレクテッドでした。
C2 noun /ˌser.əˈbreɪ.ʃən/

cerebration

思考
Meaning
the process of thinking or using the brain actively
Example
The lecture sparked intense cerebration among the students.
その講義は学生たちの間で激しい思考を引き起こした。
C2 noun /ˌkæθəˈlɪsɪti/

catholicity

普遍性, 開かれた考え
Meaning
Universality; broad-mindedness; acceptance of a wide variety of things.
Example
Her catholicity of interests makes her a fascinating person.
彼女のカトリシティな興味は、彼女を魅力的な人物にしています。
C1 noun ˈkəmˌpaʊndɪŋ

compounding

複利
Meaning
The process whereby interest is added to an amount of money and future interest is calculated on the total.
Example
Compounding interest increases the value of investments over time.
複利は時間が経過するにつれて投資の価値を増加させます。
C1 noun /klaʊt/

clout

影響力
Meaning
influence or power, especially in politics or business
Example
The businessman has a lot of political clout.
そのビジネスマンは政治的な影響力を持っています。
C1 adjective /kəmˈplaɪənt/

compliant

従順
Meaning
Willing to agree with or follow rules, requests, or demands.
Example
She was compliant with all the safety requirements.
彼女はすべての安全要件に従いました。
C1 noun /ˈkæn.dɚ/

candor

率直
Meaning
The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.
Example
She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced.
彼女は直面した課題について率直に話しました。
B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

特徴
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
親切は真のリーダーシップの特徴です。
C1 noun /ˈkælkjʊləs/

calculus

微積分
Meaning
A branch of mathematics concerned with rates of change and accumulation; also a hard mineral deposit in the body such as on teeth.
Example
Calculus is essential for advanced studies in physics and engineering.
微積分は物理学と工学の高度な研究に不可欠です。
C2 noun /ˌkɔːrnjuˈkoʊpiə/

cornucopia

物事の豊富な供給または溢れんばかりの供給
Meaning
an abundance or overflowing supply of something
Example
The festival offered a cornucopia of fruits and sweets.
祭りでは果物とお菓子のコルヌコピアが提供されました。
A2 verb /tʃɪər/

cheer

応援する
Meaning
to shout in encouragement or support; to make someone feel happier
Example
The fans cheered loudly when their team scored a goal.
ファンはチームがゴールを決めたとき、大声で応援した。
B1 noun /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

Capital

首都; 資本; 財産
Meaning
the most important city or town of a country or region; wealth in the form of money or assets
Example
Paris is the capital of France and also a major financial capital.
パリはフランスの首都であり、また主要な金融の中心地でもあります。
C1 noun, verb /klɒt/

clot

血栓
Meaning
a thick mass of coagulated liquid, especially blood; to form such a mass.
Example
The doctor removed a blood clot from the patient.
医者は患者から血栓を取り除きました。
A2 noun /ˈkʌpəl/

couple

カップル
Meaning
two people or things considered together; a pair
Example
They make a lovely couple and have been married for five years.
彼らは素敵なカップルで、5年間結婚しています。
C1 adjective /ˈkɑːr.di.æk/

cardiac

心臓の
Meaning
Relating to the heart.
Example
The patient was admitted with a cardiac condition.
患者は心臓の病状で入院しました。
C1 noun /ˈkɒntrəbænd/

contraband

密輸品
Meaning
goods that are illegal to import, export, or possess
Example
The police seized a shipment of contraband cigarettes.
警察は密輸されたタバコの積荷を押収しました。
A1 verb /klɪr/

clear

片付ける
Meaning
to remove obstructions; to make clean or transparent
Example
Please clear the table after dinner.
夕食後にテーブルを片付けてください。
B1 noun /kənˈkluː.ʒən/

Conclusion

結論; 終了; 判断
Meaning
the end or finish of an event, process, or text; a judgment or decision reached by reasoning
Example
The conclusion of the research paper summarized all the important findings.
研究論文の結論は、すべての重要な発見を要約しました。
C2 verb /ˌkɒmənˈdɪə/

commandeer

強制的に奪う
Meaning
To take control or possession of something, often by force or authority.
Example
The soldiers commandeered the villagers’ homes during the war.
戦争中に兵士たちは村人たちの家を強制的に奪った。
C1 noun /ˈkroʊniˌɪzəm/

cronyism

縁故主義
Meaning
The practice of favoring friends or associates, especially in political appointments or business deals.
Example
The company was accused of cronyism in hiring practices.
その企業は採用活動における親族主義で非難されました。
C1 verb কনডেন্স

condense

凝縮する
Meaning
To change from gas to liquid form; to become denser.
Example
Water vapor condenses into raindrops.
水蒸気は雨滴に凝縮します。
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

古典的または伝統的な
Meaning
relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature
Example
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
彼女は勉強中にクラシック音楽を聴くのが好きです。
A2 noun /ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən/

celebration

祝典
Meaning
a festive event or activity to honor an occasion
Example
The city held a grand celebration on Independence Day.
その都市は独立記念日に大規模な祝典を開催した。
B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

汚染
Meaning
The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
Contamination of air leads to health issues.
空気の汚染は健康に問題を引き起こします。
B2 noun ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

気候条件
Meaning
The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.
Example
Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.
雪が降るためには特定の気候条件が必要です。
C2 verb /ˈkæn.tər/

canter

軽いギャロップ
Meaning
To ride a horse at a controlled, easy pace between a trot and a gallop.
Example
She cantered her horse across the field with ease.
彼女は馬を簡単にフィールドを走らせた。
B2 noun /kənˈdenst mɪlk/

Condensed milk

練乳
Meaning
milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product
Example
The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy.
レシピにはデザートをよりクリーミーにするためにコンデンスミルク缶が必要です。
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərmən/

chairman

幸福
Meaning
the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization
Example
The chairman opened the meeting with a short speech.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠せなかった。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

コメント
Meaning
An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.
Example
The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.
教授の小説に対するコメントは洞察に満ちていました。
B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

クレーン
Meaning
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
Example
The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.
優雅なクレーンは水辺に静止して立っていた。
B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

カール; らせん形
Meaning
a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape
Example
She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.
彼女は顔を完璧に縁取る自然なカールをしていた。
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/

Confidence

自信
Meaning
the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance
Example
She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.
彼女は面接で大きな自信を持って話しました。
B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

凝縮
Meaning
The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.
Example
Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.
寒い夜に窓に凝縮ができた。
B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

逆に
Meaning
in an opposite or contrary manner
Example
He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.
彼は金持ちだが、逆に彼の兄は経済的に苦しんでいる。
B1 noun ˈkʌrənsi

currency

通貨
Meaning
A system of money in general use in a particular country; the fact or quality of being generally accepted or in use.
Example
Dual currency systems were proposed.
デュアル通貨システムが提案されました。
A2 noun ˈkæm.pɪŋ

camping

キャンプ
Meaning
Living outdoors temporarily, especially for recreation; staying in a tent or similar shelter.
Example
Many families go camping during holidays.
多くの家族が休暇中にキャンプに行きます。
B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

対応する
Meaning
matching or related to something
Example
The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail.
本の対応するページは、そのプロセスを詳細に説明しています。
C2 noun /kəˈmɛstɪbəl/

comestible

食べられる
Meaning
An item of food that can be eaten.
Example
The picnic basket was full of delicious comestibles.
ピクニックバスケットにはおいしい食べられる食べ物が詰まっていた。
C1 noun /kræɡ/

crag

急な崖や岩の面
Meaning
a steep or rugged cliff or rock face
Example
The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit.
ハイカーたちは頂上に到達するために険しい崖を登った。
B1 noun /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

criticism

批判
Meaning
The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something
Example
The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.
新しい政策は、一般の人々から多くの批判を受けました。
C2 noun/verb /ˈkɜːrtsi/

curtsy

お辞儀
Meaning
a respectful bow made by women by bending the knees with one foot in front of the other
Example
She gave a quick curtsy before leaving the stage.
彼女はステージを去る前に素早いカートシーをしました。
B1 noun /koʊm/

Comb

Meaning
a toothed device for arranging or cleaning the hair
Example
She used a comb to style her hair before the party.
彼女はパーティーの前に髪を整えるために櫛を使いました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

請負業者
Meaning
a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job
Example
The contractor completed the building project on time.
請負業者は建設プロジェクトを期限内に完了しました。
B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

キャビネット
Meaning
a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage
Example
The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.
キッチンキャビネットは皿と器具でいっぱいです。
B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

暗号通貨
Meaning
Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.
Example
Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.
ビットコインは市場で最も人気のある暗号通貨です。
C2 verb /kənˈdʒɔɪn/

conjoin

結合する
Meaning
to join together or unite; to combine
Example
The two rivers conjoin just before reaching the sea.
2つの川は海に到達する直前に合流します。
B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

Meaning
a high, steep face of rock or earth
Example
The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.
波は崖の底にぶつかりました。
C1 noun /kənˈfɔːrmɪst/

conformist

コンフォーミスト
Meaning
A person who uncritically conforms to established practices or standards.
Example
She was labeled a conformist for always following the crowd.
彼女はいつも人々に従っていたため、コンフォーミストとレッテルを貼られた。
B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

構成要素 / 有権者
Meaning
Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.
Example
The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.
上院議員は地元の問題を議論するために選挙区の有権者と会いました。
B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

補償; 報酬
Meaning
something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward
Example
The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.
会社は事故で負傷した労働者に対して経済的な補償を提供しました。
C1 verb /kənˈstrɪkt/

constrict

絞る
Meaning
to make narrower or tighter; to shrink or compress
Example
The snake constricted its prey before swallowing.
その蛇は獲物を飲み込む前に締め付けました。
C2 adjective /ˈkɑːrnəl/

carnal

肉体的
Meaning
Relating to physical, especially sexual, desires and appetites.
Example
The book explores the conflict between spiritual and carnal desires.
この本は精神的欲望と肉体的欲望の間の対立を探ります。
C2 adjective /kənˈkɒmɪtənt/

concomitant

随伴
Meaning
Naturally accompanying or associated with something.
Example
Increased stress is often concomitant with long working hours.
増加したストレスは長時間の労働時間としばしば伴います。
B1 adjective /ˈkoʊzi/

cozy

居心地の良い
Meaning
giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation
Example
We sat in a cozy little café on a rainy day.
雨の日に小さな居心地の良いカフェで座っていました。
C1 adjective /kənˈɡrɛʃənl/

congressional

議会の
Meaning
relating to a congress, especially the US Congress
Example
The bill received strong congressional support.
その法案は強力な議会の支持を得た。
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 /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。
B2 noun /ˈkeɪ.ɒs/

Chaos

カオス; 混乱; 無秩序
Meaning
complete disorder and confusion; a state of total confusion with no order
Example
The earthquake caused chaos in the city as buildings collapsed and people panicked.
地震は都市でカオスを引き起こし、建物が崩れ、人々がパニックに陥った。
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。
C2 noun /ˈsɜːrklət/

circlet

Meaning
A small circular band, typically worn as an ornament on the head.
Example
The princess wore a golden circlet on her forehead.
B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

称賛に値する
Meaning
deserving praise or approval
Example
Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.
プロジェクトへの彼女の献身は本当に称賛に値した。
A1 noun /tʃiːz/

Cheese

チーズ
Meaning
a food made from the pressed curds of milk; used for photography to make people smile
Example
She added grated cheese to the pasta for extra flavor.
彼女はパスタに追加の風味を加えるために細かくおろしたチーズを加えました。
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。
B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

子グマ
Meaning
a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal
Example
The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.
子グマは保護のために母親の近くにいました。
C1 noun /ˈkruːsɪbəl/

crucible

過酷な試練、溶鉱炉
Meaning
a severe test or trial; a container used for heating substances to very high temperatures
Example
The team emerged stronger from the crucible of competition.
チームは競争の過酷な試練を乗り越えて、より強くなった。
C2 adjective /ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪniəs/

consanguineous

血縁の
Meaning
Related by blood; descended from the same ancestor.
Example
The study focused on genetic disorders in consanguineous families.
この研究は血縁のある家族における遺伝的障害に焦点を当てました。
C2 noun /kəˈleɪʃən/

collation

コレクション
Meaning
the act of collecting, comparing, and arranging in proper order
Example
The librarian spent hours on the collation of old manuscripts.
図書館員は古い手稿のコレクションに数時間を費やしました。
C1 verb /kənˈviːn/

convene

集まる、会議や集会を召集する
Meaning
to come together or assemble, especially for a meeting or formal gathering
Example
The board will convene tomorrow to discuss the new policy.
ボードは明日新しい方針を議論するために召集されます。
B1 noun /ˈkɒstjuːm/

costume

衣装
Meaning
a set of clothes worn to represent a particular character, culture, or occasion
Example
She wore a beautiful costume for the Halloween party.
彼女はハロウィンパーティーのために素晴らしい衣装を着ていた。
C2 noun /ˈtʃɜː.nɪŋ stɪk/

Churning stick

バターバトン
Meaning
a wooden stick used for stirring and churning butter, milk, or other liquids
Example
Grandmother used a churning stick to make fresh butter.
おばあさんは新鮮なバターを作るためにチャーニングスティックを使いました。
B2 verb /ˈkæt.ɪ.ɡə.raɪzd/

categorized

分類された
Meaning
Placed in a particular class or group.
Example
The city was categorized as highly polluted.
その都市は高度に汚染されていると分類されました。
B2 adjective ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv

comprehensive

包括的
Meaning
Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; complete and thorough.
Example
A comprehensive study enhances understanding.
包括的な研究は理解を深めます。
C1 adjective/verb /ˈkɒn.sə.mət/

consummate

大きな技術で何かを完成させるまたは完璧にする
Meaning
To complete or perfect something with great skill
Example
He is a consummate artist with years of experience.
彼は長年の経験を持つ完璧な芸術家です。
A2 noun /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/

clothing

衣服
Meaning
items worn to cover the body; apparel collectively
Example
Warm clothing is essential in winter.
冬には暖かい衣服が必要です。
C1 noun /ˈʃæsi/

chassis

車両のシャーシ
Meaning
the base frame of a vehicle or other wheeled machine
Example
The mechanic examined the car's chassis for damage.
整備士は車のシャーシに損傷がないか確認しました。
C2 noun /ˈsɜːrtɪˌtjuːd/

certitude

確信
Meaning
Absolute certainty or conviction about something.
Example
She spoke with certitude about the outcome of the case.
彼女は事件の結果について確信を持って話しました。
C1 noun /ˈtʃæplɪn/

chaplain

チャプレン
Meaning
A member of the clergy attached to a private chapel, institution, hospital, or military unit.
Example
The army chaplain offered prayers before the battle.
軍のチャプレンは戦闘前に祈りを捧げました。
B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

栽培
Meaning
The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.
Example
The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.
有機作物の栽培は世界中で増加しています。
C1 adjective /kəˈrəʊsɪv/

corrosive

腐食性、有害
Meaning
tending to cause corrosion; harmful or destructive to materials or people
Example
The chemical is highly corrosive and should be handled with care.
この化学物質は非常に腐食性が高く、注意して取り扱う必要があります。
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。
B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

仕切られたスペース
Meaning
A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.
Example
She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.
彼女は他の3人の同僚と一緒に仕切られたスペースで働いています。
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。
A2 verb ˈsɛləbreɪtɪŋ

celebrating

祝う
Meaning
The act of acknowledging a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.
Example
Celebrating awareness days helps spread important messages.
啓発デーを祝うことは、重要なメッセージを広めるのに役立ちます。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

互換性のある
Meaning
Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.
Example
This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.
このソフトウェアはWindowsとMacの両方のシステムと互換性があります。
C2 adjective /sərˈkjuːɪtəs/

circuitous

迂回路
Meaning
Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.
Example
He took a circuitous route to avoid traffic.
彼は渋滞を避けるために迂回路を取った。
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。
C1 verb /ˌkɒndɪˈsɛnd/

condescend

上から目線で親切にする
Meaning
to behave as if one is superior while being gracious to others
Example
He would not condescend to answer such a trivial question.
彼はそんな些細な質問に答えることをしなかった。
C1 adjective /kəˈnɒnɪkəl/

canonical

カノニカル / 受け入れられた
Meaning
Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; officially recognized.
Example
Shakespeare’s works are considered canonical in English literature.
シェイクスピアの作品は英文学においてカノニカルと見なされています。
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。
C1 noun /ˈkoʊmə/

coma

コーマ
Meaning
A deep state of prolonged unconsciousness caused by illness or injury.
Example
The patient remained in a coma for several weeks.
患者は数週間コーマ状態にありました。
A2 noun /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪz/

challenges

挑戦
Meaning
Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.
Example
Overcoming challenges is the key to personal growth.
挑戦を乗り越えることは、個人的な成長の鍵です。
B2 noun /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

士官候補生
Meaning
A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.
Example
The cadet marched proudly in the parade.
士官候補生はパレードで誇らしげに行進した。
B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

関する
Meaning
about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety
Example
There are some reports concerning the new project.
新しいプロジェクトに関する報告があります。
C1 noun /kəˈpɪl.ər.iz/

capillaries

毛細血管
Meaning
Any of the fine branching blood vessels that form a network between the arterioles and venules.
Example
Broken capillaries cause dark circles.
壊れた毛細血管は暗い輪を引き起こす。
B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

料理
Meaning
A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.
Example
Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.
イタリア料理は世界中で有名です。
A2 noun /tʃɜːrtʃ/

church

教会
Meaning
a building used for public Christian worship
Example
The old church in the village was built in the 18th century.
村の古い教会は18世紀に建てられました。
C1 adjective /ˈtʃɛk.ərd/

checkered

チェッカード
Meaning
Having a pattern of alternating squares of different colors; also describing a past full of ups and downs or varied experiences.
Example
He had a checkered career with many highs and lows.
彼は多くの浮き沈みを経験したチェッカードなキャリアを持っていた。
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。
A2 noun/verb /ˈsaɪkl/

cycle

サイクル / 自転車
Meaning
a series of events that repeat in the same order; or to ride a bicycle
Example
She cycles to school every day.
彼女は毎日自転車で学校に行きます。
C2 verb /ʧeɪf/

chafe

Meaning
To make or become sore by rubbing; to feel irritation or impatience.
Example
The tight shoes began to chafe his heels.
C1 noun /ˈkʌntrɪmən/

countryman

同国人
Meaning
a person from one's own country or rural area
Example
He was proud to meet a fellow countryman at the international conference.
彼は国際会議で同国人に会えて誇りに思った。
A2 adjective /ˈkʌmɪŋ/

coming

来る
Meaning
approaching or happening soon
Example
We are preparing for the coming festival.
私たちは来る祭りの準備をしています。
B1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.təm/

Custom

習慣; 慣習; 関税;
Meaning
a traditional practice or behavior; duties levied on imports; habitual practice
Example
It is a local custom to remove shoes before entering someone's home.
他の人の家に入る前に靴を脱ぐのは、地元の習慣です。
C2 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈvɜːrt/

controvert

反論する
Meaning
to dispute or argue against; to contradict
Example
The scientist controversed the previous research findings.
その科学者は以前の研究結果に異議を唱えました。
C1 noun /kəmˈprɛʃn̩/

compression

圧縮
Meaning
The act of pressing or squeezing something into a smaller space.
Example
File compression helps reduce storage requirements.
ファイル圧縮はストレージ要件を削減するのに役立ちます。
C1 noun /ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən/

compilation

コンピレーション
Meaning
a collection of things, especially pieces of writing or music, gathered together
Example
The book is a compilation of his best essays.
その本は彼の最高のエッセイのコンピレーションです。
B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

Meaning
to arrange or organize into categories or groups
Example
The librarian classified the books by subject.
A2 verb /kræʃ/

crash

幸せ
Meaning
To collide violently; to suddenly stop working (for machines or computers).
Example
The car crashed into the wall at high speed.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せなかった。