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B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

有能な; 能力がある
Meaning
having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable
Example
She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.
彼女はすべてのタスクを効率的に処理する有能なマネージャーです。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

対等者
Meaning
a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another
Example
The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.
CEOはパートナー企業の対等者と会いました。
B2 adjective /kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/

cooperative

協力的
Meaning
willing to work or act together with others for a common purpose
Example
She was very cooperative during the interview process.
彼女は面接の過程で非常に協力的でした。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmɜːs/

commerce

商業
Meaning
the activity of buying and selling goods and services
Example
International commerce has expanded significantly in recent years.
国際商業は近年顕著に拡大しています。
B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

家事
Meaning
A routine task, especially a household duty.
Example
Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.
食器を洗うのは私の一番嫌いな家事です。
B2 verb /kənˈsɜːrv/

conserve

Meaning
to protect something from harm or destruction; to use resources carefully to avoid waste
Example
We must conserve water during the dry season.
B2 noun /kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/

catholicism

カトリック教
Meaning
The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions.
カトリック教には長い歴史と豊かな伝統があります。
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。
B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

創造者
Meaning
a person who brings something into existence
Example
He is the creator of many successful startups.
彼は多くの成功したスタートアップのクリエイターです。
B2 noun /koʊl/

coal

石炭
Meaning
a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter
Example
The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy.
工場は依然として石炭を主要なエネルギー源として使用しています。
B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

円形の
Meaning
shaped like a circle; round in form
Example
The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.
子供たちはキャンプファイヤーの周りに円形の配置で座っていました。
B2 noun /ˈkænjən/

canyon

峡谷
Meaning
A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
Example
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
コロラド川は何百万年もかけてグランドキャニオンを作り上げました。
B2 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

統合する
Meaning
To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.
Example
The company aims to consolidate its market position.
会社は市場の地位を統合することを目指しています。
B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

キャセロールボックス
Meaning
a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes
Example
The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.
キャセロールボックスはディナーパーティーの間、食べ物を温かく保ちました。
B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

説得力のある; 信頼できる; 説得力のある; 誰かに何かを信じさせることができる
Meaning
believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something
Example
His convincing argument won over the entire jury.
彼の説得力のある議論は全陪審員を納得させました。
B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

検閲
Meaning
to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this
Example
The government tried to censor the controversial film.
政府はその物議を醸す映画を検閲しようとしました。
B2 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

粗い, ざらざら
Meaning
Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.
Example
The fabric felt coarse to the touch.
その布は触るとざらざらしていた。
B2 noun /ˈkʌlprɪt/

culprit

犯人
Meaning
a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed
Example
The police caught the culprit behind the robbery.
警察は強盗の背後にいる犯人を捕まえた。
B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

共同の
Meaning
Shared by all members of a community; for common use.
Example
The villagers worked together in the communal garden.
村人たちは共同の庭で一緒に働いた。
B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

カッコウ
Meaning
a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests
Example
We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.
朝早く、森の中でカッコウの声を聞きました。
B2 noun /ˈkæt fɪʃ/

Cat fish

ナマズ
Meaning
a freshwater fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, commonly found in ponds and rivers
Example
Catfish is often fried and served with rice in Bengali cuisine.
ナマズはしばしば揚げられ、ベンガル料理ではご飯と一緒に出されます。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

カウンター
Meaning
a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done
Example
The cashier stood behind the counter.
レジ係はカウンターの後ろに立っていました。
B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

カムバック
Meaning
A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.
Example
The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.
歌手は何年もの沈黙の後、見事なカムバックを果たした。
B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

司令官
Meaning
a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces
Example
The commander ordered his troops to advance.
司令官は部隊に前進するよう命じました。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

臆病者
Meaning
a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things
Example
He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.
彼はいじめっ子に立ち向かわなかったので、自分を臆病者だと言った。
B2 adjective /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

cunning

ずるい
Meaning
Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion; cleverness in a tricky way.
Example
The cunning fox tricked the farmer.
ずる賢い狐は農夫を騙した。
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。
B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

確信
Meaning
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Example
She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.
彼女は確信を持って話し、皆を信じさせました。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

紛争解決
Meaning
The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.
Example
Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.
紛争解決は世界の平和にとって重要です。
B2 noun /ˈkɒpɪraɪt/

copyright

著作権
Meaning
the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution
Example
She holds the copyright for the book.
彼女はその本の著作権を持っています。
B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

心臓と血管に関連する
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
定期的な運動は心血管の健康を改善します。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

カウンセラー
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems
Example
The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.
学校のカウンセラーは学生がストレスに対処する手助けをしました。
B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

有罪判決を下す
Meaning
to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law
Example
The court convicted him of theft.
裁判所は彼を窃盗罪で有罪とした。
B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

臨床的
Meaning
Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.
Example
The doctor conducted a clinical examination.
医師は臨床検査を行った。
B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

通勤
Meaning
Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.
Example
He spends two hours commuting to work every day.
彼は毎日仕事に行くために2時間通勤します。
B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

通勤
Meaning
Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.
Example
He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.
彼は毎日オフィスに着くために二時間通勤している。
B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

保守的な
Meaning
Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.
Example
He has conservative views on family and society.
彼は家族と社会について保守的な見解を持っている。
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 /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

セロリ
Meaning
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
Example
I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.
私はスープにセロリを加えて、さらに風味を増しました。
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 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。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

補完的な
Meaning
combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other
Example
The two partners have complementary skills.
二人のパートナーは補完的なスキルを持っています。
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。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
経済の収縮は失業率の上昇を招いた。
B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

化学廃棄物
Meaning
Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.
Example
Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.
化学廃棄物は水域を汚染します。
B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

批判的思考
Meaning
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.
Example
Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.
批判的思考は情報に基づいた意思決定に役立ちます。
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.
B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

批評
Meaning
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.
Example
The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.
教授は学生にお互いのエッセイを批評するように頼みました。
B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

保護運動
Meaning
A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.
Example
The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.
保護運動は19世紀に野生動物を保護するために始まりました。
B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

斧
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter
Example
The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.
伐採者は木を切るために斧を振った。
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。
B2 noun /kəˈmɒ.dɪ.tiz/

commodities

商品
Meaning
Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.
Example
The prices of commodities like oil and gold fluctuate frequently.
石油や金のような商品価格は頻繁に変動します。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

commentator

解説者
Meaning
a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio
Example
The commentator described the football match in detail.
解説者はサッカーの試合を詳細に説明しました。
B2 verb /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

従う
Meaning
To comply with rules, standards, or laws.
Example
Students must conform to the school regulations.
学生は学校の規則に従わなければならない。
B2 noun ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

connectivity

接続性
Meaning
The state of being connected or interconnected; the capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.
Example
Improved connectivity boosts economic development.
改善された接続性が経済発展を促進します。
B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

カモフラージュ
Meaning
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
Example
The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.
兵士たちは敵から隠れるためにカモフラージュを使用しました。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpækt/

Compact

コンパクト; 小さくて効率的にデザインされた
Meaning
closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed
Example
She bought a compact car that fits easily in small parking spaces.
彼女は小さな駐車スペースにも簡単に収まるコンパクトカーを買った。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

比較の
Meaning
involving comparison between two or more things; relative
Example
The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.
研究は異なる教育方法間の比較結果を示しました。
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

複雑にする
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
新しいルールはプロセスをさらに複雑にするだけです。
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

ひも
Meaning
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
Example
He tied the package with a strong cord.
彼は強いひもで荷物を結びました。
B2 noun /kənˈstreɪnt/

constraint

制約
Meaning
a limitation or restriction
Example
Time is the biggest constraint in completing the project.
プロジェクトを完了するための最大の制約は時間です。
B2 adjective kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

従来の
Meaning
Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.
Example
Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.
多くの農家は今でも従来の農法を使用しています。
B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

注意
Meaning
Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.
Example
Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.
研究者たちは持続不可能な漁業について警告を出しました。
B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

炭素
Meaning
The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.
Example
Carbon emissions must be controlled.
カーボン排出は管理されるべきです。
B2 noun /kənˈvɜːrtər/

converter

変換器
Meaning
a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials
Example
The engineer used a converter to change AC power into DC power.
エンジニアは交流電力を直流に変えるために変換器を使いました。
B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

明確化
Meaning
The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.
Example
The manager requested clarification on the project details.
マネージャーはプロジェクトの詳細に関する明確化を求めました。
B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

墓地
Meaning
a place where dead people are buried
Example
The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.
古い墓地は村の端にあります。
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。
B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

株式会社
Meaning
A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.
Example
The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.
そのコーポレーションは再生可能エネルギーのプロジェクトに多額の投資を行った。
B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

服を着せる
Meaning
to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing
Example
She clothed the baby in warm garments.
彼女は赤ちゃんを暖かい服で着せました。
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 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。
B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

車両
Meaning
a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train
Example
We found seats in the first-class compartment.
私たちはファーストクラスの車両で席を見つけました。
B2 verb /ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

cherish

大切にする
Meaning
To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.
Example
She cherishes the memories of her childhood home.
彼女は子供の頃の家の思い出を大切にしています。
B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

カシューナッツ
Meaning
kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking
Example
Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.
カシューナッツはインディアンの甘いお菓子やカレーによく使われます。
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。
B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

礼儀; 優雅;
Meaning
the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark
Example
He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.
彼は高齢者のためにドアを開けたまま、非常に礼儀正しさを示しました。
B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

消費
Meaning
The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.
Example
High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.
高いエネルギー消費は電気料金の増加を引き起こします。
B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

競争力
Meaning
The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.
Example
Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.
競争力は経済的持続可能性にとって重要です。
B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

Meaning
to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something
Example
The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.
B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

制限する
Meaning
to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel
Example
The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.
新しい規制は企業が環境を汚染するのを制限しています。
B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

不器用
Meaning
awkward in movement or lacking skill
Example
He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.
彼はとても不器用で、いつも物を落としてしまいます。
B2 noun /kʌlt/

cult

カルト
Meaning
a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object
Example
The cult followed their leader with great devotion.
カルトは彼らの指導者に大きな献身をもって従った。
B2 adjective + noun kriˈeɪtɪv ɪɡˈzɪbɪts

creative exhibits

創造的な展示
Meaning
Artistic displays or presentations that show originality and imagination.
Example
The creative exhibits highlighted recycling possibilities.
創造的な展示はリサイクルの可能性を強調しました。
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 /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

キューバの
Meaning
relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture
Example
We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.
私たちはカフェでおいしいキューバのコーヒーを楽しみました。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpoʊzd/

composed

冷静
Meaning
calm and in control of oneself; made up of or formed from
Example
He remained composed even under pressure.
彼はプレッシャーの下で冷静さを保ちました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpoʊst/

compost

堆肥
Meaning
decayed organic matter used as fertilizer
Example
The gardener added compost to enrich the soil.
庭師は土壌を豊かにするために堆肥を追加しました。
B2 verb /ˈkɑːmpənseɪt/

compensate

補償する
Meaning
to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance
Example
The company will compensate employees for overtime work.
会社は残業に対して従業員に賠償金を支払う。
B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

最先端, 革新的, 最先端技術
Meaning
The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.
Example
This company develops cutting-edge technology.
この会社は最先端技術を開発しています。
B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

粘土
Meaning
a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery
Example
The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.
アーティストは湿った粘土を使って美しい花瓶を作りました。
B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

共存
Meaning
the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation
Example
The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.
異なる文化の平和的共存がこの都市をユニークにしています。
B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

ゴキブリ
Meaning
a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places
Example
A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.
ゴキブリが台所の床を素早く走った。
B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

Meaning
to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully
Example
She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.
B2 verb /kəˈrɛspɒnd/

correspond

通信する
Meaning
to communicate by exchanging letters or messages
Example
I correspond regularly with my old friends.
私は定期的に古い友達と通信しています。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

市議会議員
Meaning
an elected member of a council, especially a local government body
Example
The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.
市議会議員は地元の問題を議論するために公開会議を開きました。
B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

信頼できる
Meaning
able to be believed; convincing
Example
Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.
彼女の説明は委員会を納得させるのに十分信頼できるものでした。
B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

基準
Meaning
A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.
Example
Honesty is an important criterion for this job.
誠実はこの仕事にとって重要な基準です。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

ありふれた
Meaning
ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found
Example
Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.
スマートフォンは現代生活でありふれたものになった。
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

矛盾; 不一致
Meaning
a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency
Example
There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.
彼の言葉と行動の間には明確な矛盾がありました。
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

カリスマ
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
彼のカリスマは彼を偉大なリーダーにする手助けをした。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

カウンセリング
Meaning
the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems
Example
She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.
彼女はストレスを管理するためにカウンセリングを受けた。
B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

Meaning
to arrange or organize into categories or groups
Example
The librarian classified the books by subject.
B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

腐敗
Meaning
dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition
Example
The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.
政府は公共のオフィスでの腐敗と戦うためのキャンペーンを開始しました。
B2 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

計算された
Meaning
Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.
Example
Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.
彼女の計算された動きは競争相手に対して優位に立たせた。
B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

オープンカー、屋根が折りたためる車
Meaning
able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down
Example
She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.
彼女は新しいオープンカーで沿岸道路を走った。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

思いやりのある; 哀れみ深い
Meaning
feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering
Example
The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.
思いやりのある看護師は、心配している患者を慰めるために追加の時間を取った。
B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

災害
Meaning
A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.
Example
The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.
地震は地域全体にとって災害でした。
B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

条件付き; 条件に依存する
Meaning
dependent on certain conditions; not absolute
Example
The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.
その仕事のオファーは、バックグラウンドチェックに合格することが条件です。
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

対立
Meaning
a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition
Example
The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.
二人のリーダー間の対立は合意なく終わった。
B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

慰める
Meaning
to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace
Example
She tried to console her friend after the loss.
彼女は失った後、友達を慰めようとしました。
B2 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

機嫌が悪い
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable
Example
The child gets cranky when he is hungry.
その子供はお腹が空くと機嫌が悪くなります。
B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning
To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
The river was contaminated by industrial waste.
B2 verb /tʃænt/

chant

唱える
Meaning
to sing or recite in a rhythmic way
Example
The monks chant prayers in the temple.
僧侶たちは寺で祈りを唱える。
B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

Couch

カウチ
Meaning
a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms
Example
The family gathered on the couch to watch a movie.
家族はソファに集まり、映画を見ました。
B2 adjective /ˈkæθəlɪk/

catholic

カトリック
Meaning
Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera.
彼女は音楽にカトリックな趣味を持っており、ジャズからオペラまで何でも楽しんでいます。
B2 verb, noun /ˈkɒntɛst/

contest

競技, 挑戦
Meaning
verb: to compete or challenge; noun: a competition or dispute
Example
She decided to contest the election against the incumbent.
彼女は現職に対して選挙に挑戦することを決定しました。
B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

構成要素
Meaning
Components or elements used to create something.
Example
Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.
プロテインとビタミンは健康的な食事の重要な構成要素です。
B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

重大に
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
彼は事故で重傷を負った。