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C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpaʊər/

overpower

圧倒する
Meaning
To defeat or gain control over someone or something by using greater strength or force.
Example
The soldiers managed to overpower the enemy forces.
兵士たちは敵軍を圧倒することができました。
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。
A2 verb /oʊˈbeɪ/

obey

従う
Meaning
to follow orders or instructions; to comply with rules
Example
Children should obey their parents and teachers.
子供たちは親と先生に従うべきです。
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装飾品
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
クリスマスツリーはカラフルな装飾品で飾られていました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

overturn

覆す / 判決を覆す
Meaning
to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or judgment
Example
The court decided to overturn the previous ruling.
裁判所は前回の判決を覆すことに決めました。
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。
C2 noun /ˌɒktədʒəˈnɛəriən/

octogenarian

80歳代の人
Meaning
A person who is between 80 and 89 years old.
Example
The octogenarian still jogs every morning to stay healthy.
そのオクトジェネリアンは毎朝健康を維持するためにジョギングをしています。
A2 noun /ɔɪl/

Oil

Meaning
a viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, used for cooking or fuel
Example
Heat the oil in a pan before adding the vegetables.
野菜を加える前にフライパンで油を温めます。
A1 adverb /ɔːf/

off

オフ
Meaning
away from a place, position, or time; not functioning
Example
He turned off the light before leaving the room.
彼は部屋を出る前に電気をオフにしました。
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。
B2 noun /əˈpoʊ.nənt/

Opponent

対戦相手; ライバル
Meaning
a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice; someone who competes against another
Example
The chess player defeated his strongest opponent.
チェスのプレーヤーは最強の対戦相手を倒した。
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。
B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

社交的
Meaning
Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.
Example
He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.
彼は新しい人々と会うのが好きな社交的な人です。
C2 adjective /ˈoʊ.vɔɪd/

ovoid

卵型
Meaning
egg-shaped; resembling an oval or ellipse
Example
The artist painted an ovoid shape in the center of the canvas.
アーティストはキャンバスの中央に卵型の形を描きました。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

口頭の; 口に関する
Meaning
spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth
Example
The oral examination will test your speaking skills.
口頭試験はあなたの話す能力をテストします。
B2 noun /ˈɔːɡən/

organ

臓器
Meaning
a part of the body that performs a specific function
Example
The heart is an important organ in the human body.
心臓は人間の体の重要な臓器です。
B2 noun /ˈɒp.tɪ.mɪ.zəm/

optimism

楽観主義
Meaning
Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.
Example
Her optimism helped her overcome difficult times.
彼女の楽観主義は、困難な時期を乗り越える助けとなりました。
C2 noun /ˈoʊpiət/

opiate

Meaning
a drug containing opium or its derivatives, used to relieve pain or cause sleep
Example
The doctor prescribed an opiate to relieve the patient's pain.
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。
C1 noun /ˈoʊ.mən/

Omen

未来の良いまたは悪い運命の兆し
Meaning
an event regarded as a sign of future good or bad luck
Example
Many people consider a black cat crossing your path a bad omen.
多くの人々は、黒猫が道を横切ることを悪いオーメンだと考えています。
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。
B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/

overseas

海外
Meaning
in or to a foreign country across the sea
Example
He went overseas for higher education.
彼は高等教育のために海外に行った。
C1 noun /ˈɒktɪv/

octave

Meaning
A series of eight musical notes, or the interval between one musical pitch and another with double its frequency.
Example
The singer's voice could easily reach the higher octave.
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。
C1 noun ˈaʊt.sɔːr.sɪŋ

outsourcing

アウトソーシング
Meaning
The practice of having certain job functions done outside a company instead of having an in-house department or employee handle them.
Example
Many companies use outsourcing to reduce labor costs.
多くの企業はコスト削減のためにアウトソーシングを利用しています。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɒfərtɔːri/

offertory

奉納
Meaning
The part of a religious service when offerings are collected; the offering itself.
Example
The offertory was taken during the Sunday service.
日曜日の礼拝中に奉納が取られました。
C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/

overreach

過剰な努力
Meaning
to go beyond what is proper, acceptable, or achievable; to overextend
Example
The politician overreached by making promises he couldn't keep.
その政治家は約束を守れなかったことで過剰な努力をしました。
C1 verb /əbˈsɛs/

obsess

Meaning
To preoccupy or fill the mind of someone continually and to an excessive degree.
Example
She tends to obsess over small details.
C2 noun /oʊliˈændər/

Oleander

オレアンダー
Meaning
a poisonous evergreen shrub with clusters of white, pink, or red flowers
Example
The beautiful oleander flowers bloomed in the garden despite their toxic nature.
美しいオレアンダーの花が庭で咲いていましたが、その毒性に関わらず。
B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

さもないと; 他の方法で
Meaning
in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that
Example
Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.
一生懸命勉強しなさい、さもないと試験に落ちます。
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。
A1 pronoun /ˈʌðərz/

others

他の人々
Meaning
people or things distinct from the ones already mentioned or known
Example
I like to spend time with others.
私は他の人々と時間を過ごすのが好きです。
C2 adjective /ˈɑːbdjʊrət/

obdurate

頑固
Meaning
Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action.
Example
He remained obdurate despite everyone's pleas.
彼は皆の懇願にもかかわらず、頑固なままでした。
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 /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。
C1 verb /əˈfɪʃieɪt/

officiate

執り行う
Meaning
To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.
Example
The priest will officiate the wedding ceremony.
司祭が結婚式を司る。
A1 adjective /ˈɔːr.ɪndʒ/

Orange

オレンジ色
Meaning
having a color between red and yellow like that of a ripe orange fruit
Example
The orange sunset painted the sky magnificently.
オレンジ色の夕日は空を素晴らしく彩った。
C2 noun /ˈɒn.rʌʃ/

onrush

突発的な流れ
Meaning
A sudden powerful forward or downward rush or flow.
Example
The onrush of water swept away the bridge.
水の突発的な流れが橋を流しました。
A2 noun /ˈoʊ.nər/

Owner

所有者
Meaning
a person who owns something; someone who has legal possession of property
Example
The owner of the restaurant greeted us warmly.
レストランの所有者は私たちを温かく迎え入れてくれました。
A1 noun /ɒkˈtoʊbər/

october

10月
Meaning
the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
The weather becomes cooler in October.
10月になると天気が涼しくなります。
C2 verb ˈɑːb.fə.skeɪt

obfuscate

曖昧にする、混乱させる、隠す
Meaning
Render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.
Example
Politicians often obfuscate facts to mislead people.
政治家はしばしば事実をわかりにくくして人々を誤導します。
C1 noun /ˈaʊtˌɡroʊθ/

outgrowth

成長
Meaning
something that grows out of something else; a natural development or result
Example
The new policy was an outgrowth of years of debate.
新しい政策は数年の議論の成長でした。
C2 verb /ˈɒsɪfaɪ/

ossify

骨化する
Meaning
to turn into bone or become rigid and inflexible
Example
With age, some tissues tend to ossify.
年を重ねると、一部の組織が骨化する傾向があります。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.laɪn/

Outline

アウトライン; 概要; 計画
Meaning
a general description or plan showing the essential features of something; the main points
Example
The teacher provided an outline of the course syllabus.
先生はコースのアウトラインを提供しました。
A1 verb /ˈoʊpən/

open

開ける
Meaning
to move something so as to allow access; to begin
Example
Please open the door for me.
ドアを開けてください。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

発生
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
インフルエンザの流行は学校の多くの生徒に影響を与えた。
C1 adjective /əbˈtjuːs/

Obtuse

鈍い; 理解が遅い; 愚か
Meaning
annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand; lacking in intelligence or perception
Example
He was being deliberately obtuse about the instructions.
彼は指示に関して意図的に鈍かった。
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 /ˈoʊvərˌsiːər/

overseer

監督者
Meaning
a person who supervises work or workers; a manager
Example
The overseer made sure the workers followed safety rules.
監督者は、労働者が安全規則を守っていることを確認しました。
C2 noun /əˈblɪkwɪti/

obliquity

歪み
Meaning
Deviation from moral or usual conduct; indirectness or lack of straightforwardness.
Example
The politician was criticized for the obliquity of his answers.
その政治家は、彼の答えの歪みについて批判された。
B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

起源する
Meaning
to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce
Example
The tradition originated in ancient times.
その伝統は古代の時代に起源を持っています。
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。
C1 noun /ˈɑːlɪˌɡɑːrki/

oligarchy

寡頭政治
Meaning
A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
Example
The nation was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy that controlled all resources.
その国は裕福なオリガーキーによって支配され、すべての資源を支配していました。
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 ˈoʊʃən ˌstrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən

ocean stratification

海洋の成層
Meaning
The formation of layers in ocean water due to differences in density.
Example
Ocean stratification affects marine biodiversity.
オーシャンストラティフィケーションは海洋生物多様性に影響を与えます。
A1 preposition, adverb /ˈoʊvər/

over

上に
Meaning
across, on top of, or beyond
Example
The book is lying over the table.
本はテーブルの上にあります。
B2 adverb /ˌoʊvərˈnaɪt/

Overnight

一晩で; 突然; 非常に速く
Meaning
during the night; suddenly; very quickly
Example
The city was transformed overnight.
街は一晩で変わった。
A2 adjective/adverb /ˈɒnˌlaɪn/

online

オンライン
Meaning
connected to or available through the internet
Example
I prefer shopping online rather than going to stores.
私はお店に行くよりもオンラインで買い物をする方が好きです。
B2 noun /ˈɒt.ər/

Otter

カワウソ
Meaning
a mammal with webbed feet that lives near water and feeds on fish
Example
The playful otter swam gracefully in the river.
遊び好きなカワウソは川で優雅に泳いでいました。
B2 noun /ˌɔː.ri.enˈteɪ.ʃən/

orientation

オリエンテーション
Meaning
the process of becoming familiar with a new situation or environment
Example
The company provides an orientation for all new employees.
会社はすべての新しい従業員にオリエンテーションを提供します。
C2 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪzəm/

opportunism

機会主義
Meaning
The practice of taking advantage of opportunities regardless of principles or ethics.
Example
His decision was driven by opportunism, not values.
彼の決定は、価値観ではなくオポチュニズムに動機づけられていました。
C2 noun /ˈɔːrdnəns/

ordnance

軍需品
Meaning
Military supplies including weapons, ammunition, and combat equipment.
Example
The army stored ordnance in a secure facility outside the city.
軍隊は都市外の安全な施設に軍需品を保管していた。
C2 adjective /əˈrækjələr/

oracular

神託のような
Meaning
Resembling an oracle; giving wise, mysterious, or prophetic statements
Example
Her oracular words left the audience deep in thought.
彼女の神託のような言葉は、観客を深く考えさせた。
B2 noun /ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

opposition

反対
Meaning
the action of opposing or resisting something
Example
The opposition to the new law was strong.
新しい法律に対する反対は強かった。
C2 noun /ɔːrˈθɑːɡrəfi/

orthography

正書法
Meaning
The conventional spelling system of a language.
Example
English orthography can be confusing for learners.
英語の正書法は学習者にとって混乱を招くことがあります。
B2 noun/verb /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/

outrage

憤慨
Meaning
A strong feeling of anger and shock; to arouse anger or shock.
Example
The unfair decision caused public outrage.
不公平な決定が公共の憤慨を引き起こしました。
C2 noun /ˈɔːrzmən/

Oarsman

オールマン
Meaning
a person who rows a boat, especially as a member of a racing crew
Example
The experienced oarsman rowed the boat across the river.
経験豊富なオールマンは川を渡るためにボートを漕いだ。
C1 noun /ˌɑːsɪˈleɪʃən/

oscillation

振動
Meaning
The movement back and forth at a regular speed.
Example
The oscillation of the pendulum controls the clock.
振り子の振動が時計を制御します。
A2 noun /ˈɒbdʒɪkt/

object

物体
Meaning
a thing that can be seen and touched
Example
The table is an object in the room.
テーブルは部屋の中の物体です。
B2 noun /wʌn θɜːd/

one-third

三分の一
Meaning
one part of something that is divided into three equal parts
Example
One-third of the class was absent today.
クラスの三分の一が今日は欠席でした。
A2 adjective /ˈaʊtdɔːr/

outdoor

アウトドア
Meaning
situated, existing, or done outside a building
Example
We planned an outdoor picnic for the weekend.
週末のためにアウトドアピクニックを計画しました。
B2 noun ɔːˈɡæn.ɪk fuːdz

organic foods

オーガニック食品
Meaning
Food produced without the use of chemicals such as artificial pesticides, fertilizers, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic foods are healthier than processed foods.
オーガニック食品は加工食品よりも健康的です。
B2 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌdoʊs/

overdose

過剰摂取
Meaning
An excessive and dangerous amount of a drug; to take too much of a substance.
Example
He was rushed to the hospital after a drug overdose.
薬物の過剰摂取で病院に運ばれました。
B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

オペレーター
Meaning
a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something
Example
The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.
機械オペレーターは、すべてがスムーズに動作することを確認しました。
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。
C2 noun /ˈɔː.rɪ.fɪs/

orifice

Meaning
an opening or hole, especially in the body or a device
Example
The medicine was applied through a small orifice in the device.
薬は装置の小さな孔から適用されました。
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 adjective /ˈɔːrdɪnəl/

ordinal

順序数
Meaning
Relating to the order or position of something in a sequence (first, second, third, etc.).
Example
The ordinal number 'third' indicates position in a sequence.
'第三'の順序数は、順番での位置を示します。
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。
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 noun /ˈɒpərə/

opera

オペラ
Meaning
a dramatic performance in which the actors sing most of their lines
Example
We watched a beautiful opera at the theater last night.
昨晩、劇場で美しいオペラを観ました。
C2 noun /ɔːˈreɪʃən/

oration

演説
Meaning
A formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion
Example
The president delivered an inspiring oration.
大統領は感動的な演説を行いました。
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。
C2 noun /ˌɒn.əˌmæt.əˈpiː.ə/

onomatopoeia

オノマトペ
Meaning
The formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named.
Example
The word 'buzz' is an example of onomatopoeia.
'バズ'という言葉はオノマトペの一例です。
B2 verb /ˈɒkjʊpaɪ/

occupy

占める / 占有する / 居住する
Meaning
to take up space or time; to live or work in a place
Example
The new family will occupy the house next month.
新しい家族は来月その家に入居する予定です。
C1 adjective /ˌaʊtˈlændɪʃ/

outlandish

奇妙
Meaning
Looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar; strange.
Example
He wore an outlandish costume to the festival.
彼は祭りに奇妙な衣装を着ていました。
B2 verb /əˈblaɪdʒ/

oblige

義務付ける
Meaning
to compel or require someone to do something; to help or do a favor
Example
I would be happy to oblige you with the information you need.
必要な情報を提供してお手伝いできれば嬉しいです。
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。
A1 preposition /ɒn/

on

Meaning
physically in contact with and supported by a surface
Example
The book is on the table.
本はテーブルの上にあります。
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。
B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

過密
Meaning
Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.
Example
The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.
地下鉄システムはピーク時にひどい過密状態に苦しんでいます。
C1 noun ˌɒb.səˈlɛs.əns

obsolescence

陳腐化
Meaning
The process of becoming obsolete or outdated and no longer used.
Example
The rapid advancement of technology leads to the obsolescence of old devices.
テクノロジーの急速な進歩は古いデバイスの陳腐化を引き起こします。
A1 adjective /oʊld/

old

古い
Meaning
having lived for a long time; not new or young
Example
He still drives his old car.
彼は今でも古い車を運転しています。
B2 adjective /ˈɒp.ʃən.əl/

Optional

任意
Meaning
not compulsory; left to choice
Example
Wearing a tie is optional for this event.
このイベントではネクタイの着用は任意です。
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 /ˈɑːbəlɪsk/

obelisk

オベリスク
Meaning
A tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument with a pyramid-shaped top.
Example
The ancient Egyptians built obelisks to honor their gods.
古代エジプト人は神々を讃えるためにオベリスクを建てました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈloʊd/

overload

過負荷
Meaning
to load with too much weight or cargo; to give too much work or information
Example
Don't overload the washing machine or it might break down.
洗濯機をオーバーロードしないでください、壊れるかもしれません。
B1 noun /aʊl/

Owl

フクロウ
Meaning
a nocturnal bird of prey with large eyes and a hooked beak
Example
The owl hooted softly in the darkness of the forest.
フクロウは森の暗闇で静かに鳴いた。
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。
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 noun əˈblɪv.i.ən

oblivion

忘却, 破壊, 消失
Meaning
The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening; complete forgetfulness.
Example
His name faded into oblivion over time.
彼の名前は時と共に忘却の中に消えた。
C2 adjective /əbˈstrɛpərəs/

obstreperous

騒がしくて制御が難しい
Meaning
Noisy and difficult to control.
Example
The obstreperous students disrupted the class.
騒がしい学生たちが授業を妨害した。
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 adjective /ˈɔːrθədɑːks/

orthodox

Meaning
conforming to traditional beliefs or practices
Example
He comes from a very orthodox family.
C2 noun /oʊd/

ode

オード
Meaning
a lyrical poem, often expressing praise or strong emotions
Example
The poet wrote an ode to the beauty of nature.
詩人は自然の美に対するオードを書いた。
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 noun /ˌoʊpəˈlɛsəns/

opalescence

オパレスセンス
Meaning
a milky or pearly appearance of a surface like that of an opal
Example
The pearl had a gentle opalescence under the light.
パールは光の下で優しいオパレスセンスを持っていました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈɔːrdɪnəns/

ordinance

条例
Meaning
An authoritative rule, law, or decree issued by a city, town, or authority.
Example
The city council passed an ordinance banning smoking in public parks.
市議会は公共公園での喫煙を禁じる条例を可決しました。
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。
C1 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪst/

opportunist

機会主義者
Meaning
A person who takes advantage of situations for personal gain, often disregarding principles.
Example
He is seen as an opportunist who always puts his interests first.
彼は常に自分の利益を第一に考える機会主義者として見られています。
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。
C2 adjective /ˌɔːfˈkiː/

off-key

外れた音
Meaning
out of tune; not in accordance with expected standards
Example
The singer was slightly off-key during the performance.
歌手はパフォーマンス中に少し外れた音だった。
C2 noun /ˌɑːbdʒərˈɡeɪʃən/

objurgation

厳しい叱責
Meaning
a harsh scolding or strong rebuke
Example
His misconduct earned him a severe objurgation from the manager.
彼の不正行為はマネージャーから厳しい叱責を受けた。
C1 noun /ˈəʊ.nəs/

onus

責任
Meaning
A duty or responsibility, especially a heavy one.
Example
The onus is on the government to provide relief to the victims.
犠牲者に支援を提供する責任は政府にあります。
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 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

生物
Meaning
a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce
Example
Every organism needs water to survive.
すべての生物は生き残るために水を必要とします。
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。
B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

operation

手術
Meaning
an act or process of functioning or operating
Example
The hospital performed a successful operation.
病院は成功した手術を行いました。
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。