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C1 noun /oʊˈeɪ.sɪs/

Oasis

オアシス
Meaning
a fertile spot in a desert where water is found; a pleasant refuge
Example
The travelers found an oasis after days in the desert.
旅行者たちは砂漠で数日後にオアシスを見つけました。
B2 adverb /ˈɒdli/

oddly

奇妙に
Meaning
in a strange or unusual way; unexpectedly
Example
Oddly, he didn’t seem upset by the bad news.
奇妙に、彼は悪い知らせにも動揺していなかった。
C1 noun /ˌəʊvərɪksˌplɔɪˈteɪʃən/

overexploitation

過剰搾取
Meaning
The unsustainable use of natural resources at a rate that exceeds their ability to regenerate, leading to depletion and environmental degradation.
Example
Overexploitation of natural resources leads to environmental degradation.
自然資源の過剰搾取は環境の悪化を引き起こします。
C1 adjective /əˈkʌlt/

occult

オカルト
Meaning
Relating to mysterious, supernatural, or magical powers and practices.
Example
She had always been fascinated by the occult and its hidden knowledge.
彼女は常にオカルトとその隠された知識に魅了されていた。
C2 verb /əbˈvɜːrt/

obvert

反転する
Meaning
To turn something so as to face in a different direction; in logic, to convert a proposition by negating both subject and predicate.
Example
The teacher asked the students to obvert the statement for practice.
先生は生徒たちに練習のためにその声明をオブバートするように頼みました。
C2 verb /əˈkluːd/

occlude

閉塞する
Meaning
To block or close up an opening or passage.
Example
The pipe was occluded by mineral deposits.
パイプは鉱物の堆積物で閉塞されていました。
C1 verb ˈɔː.kɪ.streɪ.tɪd

orchestrated

精巧に組織された
Meaning
Planned or coordinated carefully and deliberately.
Example
The attacks were orchestrated with precision.
攻撃は正確に組織されていた。
C1 adjective ˈɒptɪmaɪzd

optimized

最適化, 改善, より効率的
Meaning
Made as fully perfect, functional, or effective as possible; improved to achieve maximum efficiency.
Example
The system has been optimized for faster performance.
システムはより速いパフォーマンスのために最適化されました。
B1 noun /ˈɒbstəkəlz/

obstacles

障害物
Meaning
Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.
Example
Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons.
人生の障害物はしばしば貴重な教訓に繋がる。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtˌkraɪ/

outcry

抗議
Meaning
A strong expression of public anger or disapproval.
Example
The decision sparked an outcry among the citizens.
その決定は市民の間で抗議を引き起こしました。
C2 noun /ˈɒksɪdənt/

occident

西洋
Meaning
The countries of the West, especially Europe and America.
Example
The Occident has a long history of philosophical thought.
西洋には長い哲学的思考の歴史があります。
C1 noun /ˈɒstrəsɪzəm/

ostracism

追放
Meaning
The act of excluding someone from a group or society.
Example
The student faced ostracism after breaking the rules.
その学生は規則を破った後、追放に直面しました。
C1 adjective /ˌɑːpərˈtuːn/

opportune

適切な瞬間
Meaning
Happening at a suitable or convenient time.
Example
She arrived at an opportune moment to help.
彼女は助けるために適切な瞬間に到着しました。
B2 noun /ˈoʊvərpæs/

overpass

高架橋
Meaning
A bridge that carries one road or railway over another.
Example
The new overpass reduced traffic congestion in the city.
新しい高架橋は市内の交通渋滞を減らしました。
B1 adjective, adverb /ˈoʊvərɔːl/

overall

全体的に
Meaning
in general or as a whole
Example
Overall, the project has been successful.
全体的に、プロジェクトは成功しました。
C1 adjective /əˈprɛs.ɪv/

Oppressive

抑圧的
Meaning
Harsh and authoritarian; overwhelming; causing distress; tyrannical;
Example
The oppressive heat made it difficult to work outside during the summer.
厳しい暑さは夏の間外で働くのを難しくした。
C2 noun /ˈoʊ.kəm/

oakum

古いロープの繊維
Meaning
loose fibers obtained by untwisting old ropes, used for caulking ships
Example
The shipbuilders used oakum to seal the gaps in the wooden planks.
船大工たちは木の板の隙間を塞ぐためにオーカムを使いました。
C1 verb /aʊtˈlɪv/

outlive

より長生きする
Meaning
to live longer than someone or something else
Example
She outlived all her siblings.
彼女はすべての兄弟姉妹より長生きしました。
C1 adjective /əbˈstrʌk.tɪv/

Obstructive

妨害的な
Meaning
deliberately creating difficulties or preventing progress; hindering or blocking something
Example
The obstructive policies hindered economic growth.
妨害的な政策は経済成長を阻害した。
C1 noun /oʊˈmɪʃ.ən/

Omission

省略; 除外
Meaning
the action of excluding or leaving out someone or something; a failure to include
Example
The omission of his name from the list was intentional.
リストから彼の名前を省略することは意図的でした。
C2 adjective /ˌɒbsəˈlɛsnt/

obsolescent

時代遅れの
Meaning
Becoming outdated or on the way to becoming obsolete.
Example
The obsolescent technology could not compete with modern devices.
時代遅れの技術は現代のデバイスには競争できなかった。
B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

公式に
Meaning
in a formal or authorized way
Example
The building was officially opened by the mayor.
その建物は市長によって公式に開かれました。
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈstrɪp/

outstrip

凌駕する
Meaning
To go faster or do better than someone or something; to surpass.
Example
The company outstripped its competitors in sales last year.
その会社は昨年、販売で競合他社を上回った。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/

overshadow

覆い隠す
Meaning
to appear more important or significant than something else, reducing its impact
Example
The scandal overshadowed his achievements.
スキャンダルは彼の業績を影にしました。
C2 noun /oʊf/

Oaf

不器用で愚かな、無神経な人
Meaning
a clumsy, stupid, or insensitive person
Example
Don't be such an oaf - handle the dishes carefully!
そんなオーフにならないで – お皿は気をつけて洗って！
B2 noun /oʊˈbiː.di.əns/

Obedience

服従
Meaning
compliance with an order, request, or law; submission to authority
Example
Children should show obedience to their parents.
子供たちは両親に従うべきです。
B1 adjective /ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/

organized

組織的な
Meaning
Arranged in a systematic way, especially on a large scale.
Example
An organized approach to work increases productivity and reduces stress.
仕事に対する組織的なアプローチは、生産性を高め、ストレスを減らします。
C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtoʊn/

overtone

微妙な意味
Meaning
A subtle quality, implication, or additional meaning beyond the obvious.
Example
His speech had political overtones that were hard to ignore.
彼のスピーチには無視できない政治的なニュアンスが含まれていました。
B1 noun ˌɔː.ɡən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

organization

組織
Meaning
An organized group of people with a particular purpose, such as a business or government department.
Example
The organization was officially inaugurated in 2024.
その組織は2024年に公式に開設されました。
C1 adjective ˈɒb.stɪ.nət

obstinate

頑固
Meaning
Refusing to change one's mind or accept others' advice easily.
Example
He remained obstinate despite the logical arguments.
彼は論理的な議論にもかかわらず頑固なままでいた。
A1 pronoun /aʊərz/

ours

私たちの
Meaning
belonging to or associated with us
Example
This victory is ours.
この勝利は私たちのものです。
C2 noun /ɑːlˈfækʃən/

olfaction

嗅覚
Meaning
The sense of smell; the process of detecting and perceiving odors.
Example
Dogs have a highly developed sense of olfaction.
犬は非常に発達した嗅覚を持っています。
C2 adjective /ɒmˈnɪp.ə.tənt/

omnipotent

全能
Meaning
Having unlimited power; able to do anything; all-powerful.
Example
In many religions, God is considered omnipotent.
多くの宗教では、神は全能だと考えられています。
C2 verb /ˈɔːreɪt/

orate

演説する
Meaning
To speak in a formal, often pompous manner
Example
He began to orate at the ceremony.
彼は式で演説を始めました。
C2 verb /ˈɑːskjʊleɪt/

osculate

キスする
Meaning
To kiss.
Example
They osculated under the mistletoe during the party.
彼らはパーティーの時にヤドリギの下でキスをしました。
C2 verb /ˌaʊtməˈnuːvər/

outmaneuver

巧妙に出し抜く
Meaning
to gain an advantage over an opponent by skillful or clever action
Example
The smaller company managed to outmaneuver its larger rival.
小さな会社は大きな競争相手を巧妙に出し抜くことに成功した。
C1 adjective /aʊtˈmoʊdɪd/

outmoded

時代遅れ
Meaning
No longer in fashion or useful; outdated.
Example
That old computer is completely outmoded.
その古いコンピューターは完全に時代遅れです。
B2 noun /ɑːks/

Ox

雄牛
Meaning
a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields
Example
The farmer used an ox to plow the field.
農夫は畑を耕すために雄牛を使いました。
B2 adjective, verb /əbˈskjʊr/

obscure

不明確
Meaning
Not clearly expressed or understood; to make something difficult to see or understand.
Example
The meaning of the poem was obscure to most readers.
詩の意味はほとんどの読者には不明確でした。
A2 pronoun /aʊərˈsɛlvz/

ourselves

私たち自身
Meaning
used by the speaker to refer to themselves and one or more others as the object of the verb
Example
We should help ourselves before helping others.
私たちは他の人を助ける前に、自分たち自身を助けるべきです。
A2 adjective /ˈɒb.vi.əs/

Obvious

明白な; 簡単に理解できる
Meaning
easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent to the mind
Example
It was obvious that she was upset about something.
それは彼女が何かについて不満を抱えていることが明らかでした。
A1 pronoun /aʊər/

our

私たちの
Meaning
belonging to or associated with the speaker and one or more other people
Example
This is our house.
これは私たちの家です。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

臭い
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
新鮮なパンの臭いがキッチンに広がった。
A2 adjective /əˈlɪmpɪk/

olympic

オリンピック
Meaning
related to the Olympic Games, a major international sporting event
Example
She trained hard to compete in the Olympic Games.
彼女はオリンピックに出場するために一生懸命トレーニングをしました。
C1 noun /əbˈzɜːrvətɔːri/

observatory

天文台
Meaning
A building equipped for observing astronomical or meteorological events.
Example
The observatory is open to the public on weekends.
天文台は週末に一般公開されています。
B2 noun /ɒdz/

odds

確率
Meaning
the likelihood or probability of something happening; chances for or against something
Example
The odds of winning the lottery are very low.
宝くじに当選する確率は非常に低いです。
C1 adjective /ˈɒptɪkəl/

optical

光学的
Meaning
related to or used in seeing or sight
Example
The optical illusion fooled everyone at the exhibition.
その光学的錯覚は展示会で皆を騙した。
A1 adjective /oʊˈkeɪ/

ok

わかった
Meaning
used to indicate agreement, approval, or understanding
Example
Okay, let's go to the park.
わかった、じゃあ公園に行こう。
B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

有機
Meaning
Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
有機農業は土壌の健康を改善し、汚染を減少させます。
B2 adverb /ˈoʊpənli/

Openly

率直に; 公然と
Meaning
in a frank and honest way; without concealment; publicly
Example
She spoke openly about her struggles with mental health.
彼女はメンタルヘルスの問題についてオープンに話した。
C1 adjective /ˈɒptɪk/

optic

視覚の
Meaning
Relating to the eye or vision.
Example
The optic nerve carries signals from the eye to the brain.
視神経は目から脳に信号を伝達します。
C2 noun (plural) /ˈɔːrdʒiːz/

orgies

オルギー
Meaning
Wild gatherings involving excessive indulgence in food, drink, or sexual activity.
Example
The ancient Romans were infamous for their lavish feasts and orgies.
古代ローマ人は豪華な宴会とオルギーで悪名高かった。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

過剰に支払う
Meaning
To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.
Example
She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.
彼女はコンサートのチケットに多く支払ったことに気づきました。
C1 adjective /əˈbliːk/

Oblique

斜め; 対角線; 間接的または回避的
Meaning
slanting; diagonal; indirect or evasive
Example
The artist drew an oblique line across the canvas.
アーティストはキャンバスに斜めの線を描いた。
C2 noun /ˌɔːrnɪˈθɒlədʒɪst/

ornithologist

鳥類学者
Meaning
a scientist who studies birds
Example
The ornithologist spent years studying migratory birds.
そのオルニソロジストは渡り鳥を研究するために何年も費やしました。
B2 adjective /aʊtˈstændɪŋ/

outstanding

優れた
Meaning
extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid
Example
She received an award for her outstanding performance.
彼女は優れたパフォーマンスで賞を受賞しました。
C2 adjective /ˈɔːrəˌtʌnd/

orotund

豊かで明確な声
Meaning
full, rich, and clear in sound; pompous in style
Example
The actor's orotund voice filled the theater.
俳優の豊かな声が劇場に響き渡った。
C1 adjective /ˌɒbsəˈliːt/

obsolete

時代遅れ
Meaning
No longer in use or out of date.
Example
Floppy disks are now completely obsolete.
フロッピーディスクは現在完全に時代遅れです。
B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

オランウータン
Meaning
a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra
Example
The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.
オランウータンは森の樹冠を優雅に渡ります。
A2 modal verb /ɔːt/

ought

べき
Meaning
Used to indicate duty, correctness, or moral obligation.
Example
You ought to respect your elders.
あなたは年長者を尊敬すべきです。
C2 adjective /əbˈtruːsɪv/

obtrusive

目障りな
Meaning
noticeable in an unpleasant or unwelcome way; intrusive
Example
The advertisement was so obtrusive that it ruined the user’s experience.
その広告はあまりにも目立ちすぎて、ユーザーの体験を台無しにしました。
C1 noun /ˈɒf.sprɪŋ/

offspring

子孫
Meaning
a person's child or children; an animal's young
Example
The bird carefully fed its offspring.
その鳥は注意深く自分の子孫に餌を与えました。
B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

観察者
Meaning
a person who watches or notices something
Example
The observer took notes during the meeting.
観察者は会議中にメモを取った。
C2 adjective /ˈoʊ.pən ˈhɑrt.ɪd/

Open-hearted

オープンハート; 寛大で誠実; 心温かく受け入れる;
Meaning
Kind and generous; sincere and honest; warmly receptive;
Example
She welcomed the strangers with an open-hearted smile and invited them for dinner.
彼女は見知らぬ人々を心温かい笑顔で迎え、夕食に招待した。
C2 adjective /ɒˈstɛnsɪv/

ostensive

明示的
Meaning
clearly demonstrative or pointing out; explicitly shown
Example
The teacher gave an ostensive example to clarify the concept.
先生はその概念を明確にするために、明示的な例を示しました。
C2 noun /ˈɔːfəl/

offal

内臓
Meaning
the internal organs and entrails of an animal used as food; waste parts
Example
The butcher prepared sausages using pork offal.
肉屋は豚の臓物を使ってソーセージを作った。
B2 noun /ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

organic farming

有機農業
Meaning
Farming method that avoids synthetic chemicals and fertilizers, using natural methods instead.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
オーガニックファーミングは土壌の健康を改善し、汚染を減らします。
C1 noun /əˈkɜr.əns/

Occurrence

出来事
Meaning
an instance or event of something happening; the fact of occurring
Example
The occurrence of earthquakes is common in this region.
この地域では地震の出来事が一般的です。
C1 adjective /ˌəʊvərˈstɪmjʊˌleɪtɪd/

overstimulated

Meaning
Excessively excited or aroused, overwhelmed by too much stimulus.
Example
Overstimulated minds can lead to burnout and decreased productivity.
B2 verb /ɒpt/

opt

選ぶ
Meaning
to choose or decide to do something instead of something else
Example
Many students opt to study abroad for better opportunities.
多くの学生がより良い機会のために海外で学ぶことを選択します。
B1 adjective /ˈaʊtər/

outer

外部
Meaning
situated on or toward the outside; external
Example
The outer layer of the jacket is waterproof.
ジャケットの外側の層は防水です。
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmɪtrɪst/

optometrist

オプトメトリスト
Meaning
A healthcare professional who examines eyes and prescribes corrective lenses.
Example
The optometrist prescribed new glasses for her.
オプトメトリストは彼女に新しい眼鏡を処方しました。
C2 noun /ˈɒbsɪkwi/

obsequy

葬儀
Meaning
A funeral rite, usually used in plural form obsequies.
Example
The village gathered for the obsequy of their beloved teacher.
村人たちは、愛する教師の葬儀のために集まりました。
B2 adjective /ˌɑːp.təˈmɪs.tɪk/

optimistic

楽観的
Meaning
hopeful and confident about the future
Example
She is optimistic about the success of her new project.
彼女は新しいプロジェクトの成功に楽観的です。
A1 verb, adjective /oʊn/

own

所有する
Meaning
to possess something; belonging to oneself
Example
She owns a beautiful house in the city.
彼女は市内に美しい家を持っています。
C1 noun /əbˈzɜːvəns/

observance

遵守
Meaning
The practice of following a custom, rule, or religious law.
Example
The festival is held in observance of a centuries-old tradition.
その祭りは、数世代にわたる伝統を遵守して行われます。
B2 verb /əˈpoʊz/

oppose

反対する
Meaning
to disagree with or resist; to act against
Example
Many citizens oppose the new tax policy.
多くの市民が新しい税制政策に反対しています。
C1 noun /ˈɔːr.ə.tɔːr.i/

oratory

弁論術
Meaning
The art of public speaking; skilled and confident delivery of speeches to an audience.
Example
His exceptional oratory skills won him the debate competition.
彼の卓越した弁論術は、ディベートコンペティションで彼に勝利をもたらしました。
C2 noun /əbˈsɪdiən/

obsidian

オブシディアン (黒いガラスのような火山岩)
Meaning
A hard, dark, glasslike volcanic rock formed by rapid solidification of lava.
Example
The knife was made from sharp obsidian.
ナイフは鋭いオブシディアンで作られていた。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtpoʊst/

outpost

前哨基地
Meaning
A small military camp or position at some distance from the main force, used especially as a guard.
Example
The soldiers were stationed at a remote outpost.
兵士たちは遠隔地の前哨基地に配置されました。
C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈduː/

outdo

超える
Meaning
To do better than someone else; to surpass.
Example
She always tries to outdo her classmates in exams.
彼女は試験でクラスメートを常に超えようとします。
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmətri/

optometry

視力検査学
Meaning
The practice or profession of examining the eyes and prescribing corrective lenses.
Example
She studied optometry at the university to become an eye specialist.
彼女は大学でオプトメトリーを学び、眼科専門医になりました。
A2 noun /əˈlɪmpɪks/

olympics

オリンピック競技大会
Meaning
an international sports competition held every four years with athletes from many countries
Example
The Olympics bring athletes from all over the world together.
オリンピックは世界中のアスリートを一堂に集めます。
C2 adjective /ˈoʊdiəs/

odious

忌まわしい
Meaning
extremely unpleasant or repulsive
Example
The dictator was remembered for his odious crimes.
その独裁者は彼の忌まわしい犯罪で記憶されました。
A1 conjunction /ɔːr/

or

または
Meaning
used to link alternatives
Example
You can have tea or coffee.
お茶かコーヒーをお選びいただけます。
C1 noun /oʊˈbɪt.ʃu.er.i/

Obituary

訃報
Meaning
a notice of someone's death published in a newspaper; biographical account of deceased person
Example
The newspaper published his obituary yesterday.
新聞は昨日彼の訃報を掲載しました。
A2 adverb /ˈɒbviəsli/

obviously

明らかに
Meaning
in a way that is easily perceived or understood; clearly
Example
Obviously, he didn’t read the instructions.
もちろん、彼は指示を読まなかった。
B1 noun /ˈɑp.ʃən/

Option

オプション
Meaning
a thing that is or may be chosen; an alternative course of action
Example
You have the option to work from home or office.
自宅またはオフィスから仕事をするオプションがあります。
B2 adjective /əˈpəʊzd/

opposed

反対の
Meaning
being against or in disagreement with something
Example
She is strongly opposed to animal testing.
彼女は動物実験に強く反対しています。
B2 noun /ɒpˈtɪʃən/

optician

眼鏡技師
Meaning
A person who makes or sells glasses and contact lenses.
Example
The optician adjusted my new glasses to fit better.
オプティシャンは私の新しい眼鏡をより良くフィットするように調整しました。
B2 noun /ˈoʊtˌmiːl/

oatmeal

オートミール
Meaning
A type of porridge made from ground oats, often eaten for breakfast.
Example
She eats a bowl of oatmeal every morning for breakfast.
彼女は毎朝、朝食にオートミールを一杯食べます。
C2 noun /ˈɔːrdʒi/

orgy

乱行
Meaning
A wild party involving excessive indulgence, especially of a sexual nature.
Example
The novel described a scandalous orgy in a wealthy mansion.
その小説は、裕福な邸宅でのスキャンダラスな乱行を描いています。
A2 noun /ˈɒm.lət/

Omelet

オムレツ
Meaning
a dish made from beaten eggs cooked in a frying pan and often folded around a filling
Example
She made a cheese omelet for breakfast.
彼女は朝食にチーズオムレツを作った。
C1 verb /ˈɒfsɛt/

offset

相殺
Meaning
To counterbalance or compensate for something.
Example
The company's losses were offset by gains in other departments.
会社の損失は他の部門での利益で相殺されました。
B2 noun /ˌɑb.zɚˈveɪ.ʃən/

Observation

観察
Meaning
the action of watching something carefully; a comment or remark
Example
The scientist made careful observations of the experiment.
科学者は実験を慎重に観察しました。
C1 noun /ɔːr/

Oar

オール
Meaning
a long pole with a flat blade used to row a boat
Example
He dipped the oar into the water and pulled the boat forward.
彼はオールを水に浸し、ボートを前に進めた。
C2 noun /ˈɒlɪv brɑːntʃ/

olive-branch

オリーブの枝
Meaning
A symbol of peace or reconciliation; an offer to end conflict.
Example
He extended an olive-branch to his rival after years of hostility.
彼は長年の敵対後、ライバルにオリーブの枝を差し出した。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

感情または活動の突然の爆発
Meaning
a sudden release of strong emotion or activity
Example
She had an angry outburst during the meeting.
会議中に彼女は怒りの爆発をした。
B1 noun /ˈɑː.lɪv/

Olive

オリーブ
Meaning
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
Example
Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available.
オリーブオイルは、最も健康的な料理用オイルの一つと見なされています。
C2 adjective /əbˈsiːkwɪəs/

obsequious

お世辞
Meaning
Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.
Example
The waiter gave an obsequious bow to every customer.
ウェイターは各顧客にお世辞のようなお辞儀をしました。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊt əv ðə ˈweɪ/

out-of-the-way

人里離れた場所
Meaning
remote or unusual; not in a convenient or usual location
Example
They stayed in an out-of-the-way village.
彼らは人里離れた村に滞在しました。
A2 noun /ˈɒf.ɪs/

office

オフィス
Meaning
a room or building where people work, usually at desks
Example
She left the office early to attend a family event.
彼女は家族のイベントに出席するために早くオフィスを出ました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈteɪk/

overtake

追い越す
Meaning
to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass
Example
The runner managed to overtake his competitor in the final lap.
ランナーは最後の周回で競争相手を追い越しました。
B2 adjective + noun ˈɒptɪməl ˈtempərətʃər

optimal temperature

最適温度
Meaning
The best or most favorable temperature for a particular purpose
Example
Winter provides optimal temperature for farming.
冬は農業に最適な温度を提供します。
C1 noun /əˈpreʃ.ən/

Oppression

抑圧; 虐待; 圧政;
Meaning
cruel or unjust treatment or exercise of authority; the state of being subject to harsh treatment
Example
The people fought against political oppression.
人々は政治的な抑圧に反対して戦った。
C2 noun /ˈoʊvərlɔːrd/

overlord

領主
Meaning
A ruler, master, or person of great power and authority over others.
Example
The peasants were forced to pay taxes to their overlord.
農民たちは自分たちの領主に税金を払うよう強制されました。
C1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈrɔt/

overwrought

興奮した / 過度に緊張した
Meaning
extremely agitated or nervous; excessively elaborate
Example
She was too overwrought to speak clearly after the accident.
事故後、彼女は興奮しすぎて、はっきりと話すことができなかった。
C2 noun /ˌɒpəˈrɛtə/

operetta

軽いオペラ
Meaning
a short opera with light and humorous themes
Example
The theater staged a famous operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan.
劇場はギルバートとサリヴァンの有名な軽いオペラを上演しました。
C1 noun /oʊˈveɪʃən/

ovation

拍手
Meaning
an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands
Example
The actor received a standing ovation after his performance.
俳優はパフォーマンス後にスタンディングオベーションを受けました。
C1 verb /aʊst/

oust

追放する
Meaning
To remove someone from a position or place of power or authority.
Example
The rebels ousted the dictator from power.
反乱者は独裁者を権力から追い出しました。
B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən.ɪʒ/

Orphanage

孤児院
Meaning
an institution for the care and education of children who have lost their parents
Example
The charity built a new orphanage for homeless children.
チャリティーはホームレスの子供たちのために新しい孤児院を建てました。
B2 noun /əbˈsɛʃən/

obsession

執着
Meaning
An idea, thought, or concern that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.
Example
His obsession with success drove him to work day and night.
成功への執着が彼を昼夜働かせた。
C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.kəl/

Oracle

オラクル
Meaning
a person regarded as a source of wise counsel; in ancient times, a priest or priestess acting as a medium
Example
The ancient Greeks consulted the oracle at Delphi.
古代ギリシャ人はデルポイのオラクルに相談しました。
C1 adjective /əbˈdʒek.ʃən.ə.bəl/

Objectionable

不快な
Meaning
arousing distaste or opposition; unpleasant or offensive
Example
His objectionable behavior made everyone uncomfortable.
彼の不快な行動は、皆を不快にさせた。
B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/

officer

警官
Meaning
a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement
Example
The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.
警官はスピード違反で彼にチケットを渡した。
B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

祝う
Meaning
To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.
Example
The day is observed annually to raise awareness.
その日は毎年意識を高めるために祝われます。
C2 adjective /ɔːrˈθɑːɡənl/

orthogonal

直交
Meaning
at right angles; independent or unrelated
Example
In mathematics, two vectors are orthogonal if their dot product is zero.
数学では、2つのベクトルが直交している場合、そのドット積はゼロです。
B1 verb অকার্স

occurs

起こる
Meaning
Happens or takes place, especially as a result of something.
Example
Snowfall occurs in regions with freezing temperatures.
雪は氷点下の温度を持つ地域で起こります。
C1 verb /ˈoʊvərˌhɔːl/

overhaul

完全な改修
Meaning
to examine thoroughly and repair or improve something that is worn or ineffective
Example
The company decided to overhaul its outdated computer system.
会社は古くなったコンピュータシステムのオーバーホールを決定した。
C2 adjective /ˈɑːsɪˌfaɪd/

ossified

骨に変わった、硬直した
Meaning
Turned into bone or become rigid; unwilling to change.
Example
The company had an ossified management structure that resisted innovation.
その会社は、革新に抵抗する硬直した管理構造を持っていました。
A2 verb /ˈɔːfər/

offer

申し出る
Meaning
to present something for acceptance or rejection; to propose
Example
She offered to help with the project.
彼女はプロジェクトを手伝うと申し出た。