Vocabularios

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Artful definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɑːrt.fəl/
habile (habile)

Skillful, clever, or crafty, often in a cunning way.

"She gave an artful reply that avoided the real issue."

"Elle a donné une réponse habile qui a évité le véritable problème." (Elle a donné une réponse habile qui a évité le véritable problème.)
articulation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɑːrˌtɪkjʊˈleɪʃən/
articulation claire (articulation claire)

the act of expressing something clearly in speech or the way in which words are pronounced

"Her clear articulation made the speech easy to understand."

"Sa claire articulation a rendu le discours facile à comprendre." (Sa claire articulation a rendu le discours facile à comprendre.)
ascendancy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈsɛndənsi/
ascendance, domination (ascendance, domination)

A position of power, influence, or control over others.

"The company gained ascendancy in the market through innovation."

"L'entreprise a acquis l'ascendance sur le marché grâce à l'innovation." (L'entreprise a acquis l'ascendance sur le marché grâce à l'innovation.)
ascendant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈsɛndənt/
ascendant, dominant (ascendant, dominant)

Rising in power or influence; dominant.

"She is an ascendant leader in the political party."

"Elle est une leader ascendante dans le parti politique." (Elle est une leader ascendante dans le parti politique.)
ascension definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈsɛnʃən/
ascension (ascension)

The act of rising or going up, often to an important position or a higher place.

"His rapid ascension in the company surprised everyone."

"Sa rapide ascension dans l'entreprise a surpris tout le monde." (Sa rapide ascension dans l'entreprise a surpris tout le monde.)
ascertain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˌæs.ərˈteɪn/
assurer, déterminer (assurer, déterminer)

To find out or make sure of something with certainty.

"The detective tried to ascertain the facts of the case."

"Le détective a essayé d'assurer les faits de l'affaire." (Le détective a essayé d'assurer les faits de l'affaire.)
ascribe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈskraɪb/
attribuer, assigner (attribuer, assigner)

To attribute something to a cause, source, or person.

"Many scholars ascribe the poem to an unknown author."

"Beaucoup de chercheurs attribuent le poème à un auteur inconnu." (Beaucoup de chercheurs attribuent le poème à un auteur inconnu.)
asexual definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌeɪˈsɛkʃuəl/
asexuel (asexuel)

Without sexual feelings, associations, or reproduction through sex.

"Many plants reproduce through asexual methods like budding or splitting."

"De nombreuses plantes se reproduisent par des méthodes asexuées comme le bourgeonnement ou la division." (De nombreuses plantes se reproduisent par des methodes asexuees comme le bourgeonnement ou la division.)
ashen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈæʃən/
pâle (pale)

Very pale in appearance, often due to shock, fear, or illness.

"His face turned ashen when he heard the terrible news."

"Son visage est devenu pâle lorsqu'il a entendu la terrible nouvelle." (Son visage est devenu pale lorsqu'il a entendu la terrible nouvelle.)
aspirant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæspɪrənt/
aspirant (aspirant)

a person who seeks or hopes to achieve a position of honor or advancement

"She is an aspirant for the university's top scholarship."

"Elle est une aspirante à la bourse la plus élevée de l'université." (Elle est une aspirante a la bourse la plus elevee de l'universite.)
assail definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈseɪl/
assaillir (assaillir)

to attack violently, either physically or with words

"The politician was assailed with difficult questions."

"Le politicien a été assailli par des questions difficiles." (Le politicien a été assailli par des questions difficiles.)
assailant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈseɪlənt/
agresseur (agresseur)

a person who attacks another

"The police arrested the assailant at the scene."

"La police a arrêté l'agresseur sur les lieux." (La police a arrêté l'agresseur sur les lieux.)
Assassin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈsæsɪn/
tueur (tueur)

A person who kills someone, usually for political or religious reasons, often secretly.

"The assassin fled the scene after carrying out the attack."

"Le tueur a fui la scène après avoir mené l'attaque." (Le tueur a fui la scene apres avoir mene l'attaque.)
assassinate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈsæsɪneɪt/
assassiner (assassiner)

To murder someone important, often a political or religious leader, usually by surprise attack.

"The rebels planned to assassinate the king."

"Les rebelles ont planifié d'assassiner le roi." (Les rebelles ont planifié d'assassiner le roi.)
assassination definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌsæsɪˈneɪʃən/
assassinat (assassinat)

The act of killing someone important, often for political or ideological reasons.

"The assassination of the president shocked the nation."

"L'assassinat du président a choqué la nation." (L'assassinat du président a choqué la nation.)
assembly session definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/
séance d'assemblée (seance d'assemblee)

A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.

"The assembly session discussed global challenges."

"La séance d'assemblée a discuté des défis mondiaux." (La seance d'assemblee a discute des defis mondiaux.)
assent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb C1
/əˈsɛnt/
assentiment (assentiment)

To agree to something, especially after careful consideration; an expression of approval.

"She nodded her head in silent assent."

"Elle a hoché la tête en silence." (Elle a hoché la tête en silence.)
assessor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈsɛsər/
évaluateur (evaluateur)

a person who evaluates or estimates the nature, ability, or quality of something

"An external assessor reviewed the project report."

"Un évaluateur externe a examiné le rapport du projet." (Un évaluateur externe a examiné le rapport du projet.)
asset allocation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈæ.sɛt ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən
répartition des actifs (repartition des actifs)

An investment strategy that aims to balance risk and reward by apportioning a portfolio's assets according to an individual's goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon.

"Proper asset allocation is key to financial growth."

"Une répartition correcte des actifs est essentielle pour la croissance financière." (Une repartition correcte des actifs est essentielle pour la croissance financiere.)
assignee definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌsaɪˈniː/
personne assignée (personne assignee)

a person to whom a right or property is legally transferred

"The assignee of the contract is responsible for all future obligations."

"L'assigné du contrat est responsable de toutes les obligations futures." (L'assigné du contrat est responsable de toutes les obligations futures.)
assimilate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈsɪməˌleɪt/
assimiler (assimiler)

to absorb or integrate into a larger group, culture, or system

"Immigrants often assimilate into the culture of their new country."

"Les immigrants s'assimilent souvent à la culture de leur nouveau pays." (Les immigrants s'assimilent souvent a la culture de leur nouveau pays.)
Assimilation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌsɪməˈleɪʃən/
assimilation (assimilation)

the process of absorbing and integrating into a culture, group, or system

"Immigrants often face challenges during cultural assimilation."

"Les immigrants rencontrent souvent des défis pendant l'assimilation culturelle." (Les immigrants rencontrent souvent des défis pendant l'assimilation culturelle.)
Astrologer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈstrɑː.lə.dʒər/
astrologue (astrologue)

a person who studies astrology and makes predictions based on the positions of stars and planets

"The astrologer predicted good fortune in her future."

"L'astrologue a prédit une bonne fortune dans son avenir." (L'astrologue a predit une bonne fortune dans son avenir.)
astute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈstjuːt/
astucieux (astucieux)

having or showing an ability to notice and understand things clearly; shrewd

"He made an astute decision during the negotiation."

"Il a pris une décision astucieuse lors de la négociation." (Il a pris une decision astucieuse lors de la negociation.)
astuteness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈstuːt.nəs/
astuce (astuce)

The ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

"His astuteness helped in negotiations."

"Son astuce a aidé dans les négociations." (Son astuce a aidé dans les négociations.)
asymmetric definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk/
asymétrique (asymetrique)

Not having equal or corresponding parts; lacking symmetry.

"The design of the building is asymmetric and unusual."

"Le design du bâtiment est asymétrique et inhabituel." (Le design du batiment est asymetrique et inhabituel.)
asymmetrical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/
asymétrique (asymetrique)

Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.

"She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention."

"Elle portait une robe asymétrique qui attirait l'attention de tout le monde." (Elle portait une robe asymétrique qui attirait l'attention de tout le monde.)
asynchronous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
eɪˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs
asynchrone (asynchrone)

Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication that the preceding operation has been completed.

"Asynchronous courses allow students to learn at their own pace."

"Les cours asynchrones permettent aux étudiants d'apprendre à leur propre rythme." (Les cours asynchrones permettent aux etudiants d'apprendre a leur propre rythme.)
atheism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈeɪθiɪzəm/
athéisme (atheisme)

The belief that there is no God or gods.

"He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure."

"Il a déclaré son athéisme ouvertement malgré la pression sociale." (Il a déclaré son athéisme ouvertement malgré la pression sociale.)
atheistic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌeɪθiˈɪstɪk/
athéiste (atheiste)

Relating to or characteristic of atheists or atheism.

"She grew up in an atheistic household with no religious rituals."

"Elle a grandi dans une maison athée sans rituels religieux." (Elle a grandi dans une maison athée sans rituels religieux.)
atone definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈtoʊn/
expiation (expiation)

to make amends or reparation for an offense, sin, or mistake

"He tried to atone for his mistakes by working harder."

"Il a essayé de réparer ses erreurs en travaillant plus dur." (Il a essaye de reparer ses erreurs en travaillant plus dur.)
atonement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈtoʊnmənt/
expiation (expiation)

the act of making amends for a wrong, sin, or injury

"The festival was celebrated as a day of atonement."

"Le festival a été célébré comme un jour d'expiation." (Le festival a ete celebre comme un jour d'expiation.)
atop definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
preposition C1
/əˈtɒp/
au sommet (au sommet)

on the top of something

"A flag was placed atop the tower."

"Un drapeau a été placé au sommet de la tour." (Un drapeau a été placé au sommet de la tour.)
Atrocious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈtroʊʃəs/
atroce (atrose)

extremely bad, unpleasant, or cruel

"The prisoners were kept in atrocious conditions."

"Les prisonniers étaient maintenus dans des conditions atroces." (Les prisonniers étaient maintenus dans des conditions atroces.)
atrociously definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/əˈtroʊʃəsli/
atrocement (atrocement)

in a very cruel, shocking, or extremely bad manner

"The service at the restaurant was atrociously slow."

"Le service du restaurant était atrocement lent." (Le service du restaurant etait atrocement lent)
atrocities definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
əˈtrɒs.ɪ.tiz
atrocités (atrocites)

Extremely wicked or cruel acts, typically involving physical violence or injury.

"The atrocities shocked the international community."

"Les atrocités ont choqué la communauté internationale." (Les atrocités ont choqué la communauté internationale.)
atrocity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈtrɑːsəti/
atrocité (atrocité)

an extremely cruel or violent act, often involving physical violence

"The world condemned the atrocity committed against civilians."

"Le monde a condamné l'atrocité commise contre les civils." (Le monde a condamné l'atrocité commise contre les civils.)
atrophy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb C1
/ˈætrəfi/
atrophie (atrophie)

a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use

"Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time."

"Sans exercice régulier, les muscles peuvent s'atrophier avec le temps." (Sans exercice régulier, les muscles peuvent s'atrophier avec le temps.)
attache definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌætəˈʃeɪ/
attaché diplomatique (attache diplomatique)

A person officially assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission, often with a specific area of responsibility.

"The cultural attache organized an art exhibition in the embassy."

"L'attaché culturel a organisé une exposition d'art à l'ambassade." (L'attache culturel a organise une exposition d'art a l'ambassade.)
attest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈtɛst/
attester (attester)

To provide or serve as clear evidence of; to confirm or certify the truth of something.

"The witness attested to the accuracy of the report."

"Le témoin a attesté de l'exactitude du rapport." (Le témoin a attesté de l'exactitude du rapport.)
attire definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈtaɪər/
vêtement (vetement)

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

"She wore traditional attire at the wedding ceremony."

"Elle portait un vêtement traditionnel lors de la cérémonie du mariage." (Elle portait un vetement traditionnel lors de la ceremonie du mariage.)
attorney-general definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌtɜːni ˈdʒɛnərəl/
procureur général (procureur general)

The chief legal officer of a state or country.

"The attorney-general announced new reforms to strengthen justice."

"Le procureur général a annoncé de nouvelles réformes pour renforcer la justice." (Le procureur général a annoncé de nouvelles réformes pour renforcer la justice.)
attrition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈtrɪʃən/
réduction progressive (reduction progressive)

The gradual reduction in the number or strength of something, often due to constant stress, conflict, or loss.

"The company faced high staff attrition last year."

"L'entreprise a fait face à une forte attrition du personnel l'année dernière." (L'entreprise a fait face à une forte attrition du personnel l'annee derniere.)
attune definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈtjuːn/
accorder (accorder)

to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize

"She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team."

"Elle s’est rapidement accordée aux besoins de sa nouvelle équipe." (Elle s est rapidement accordee aux besoins de sa nouvelle equipe)
attuned definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈtjuːnd/
réceptif / harmonieux (receptif / harmonieux)

Being receptive or sensitive to something; well adjusted or in harmony.

"She is attuned to the needs of her students."

"Elle est réceptive aux besoins de ses élèves." (Elle est receptif aux besoins de ses eleves.)
attunement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈtjuːn.mənt/
accord émotionnel (accord emotionnel)

Being in harmony or responsive to someone's emotional state.

"Attunement to emotions improves relationships."

"L'accord émotionnel améliore les relations." (l accord emotionnel ameliore les relations)
atypical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌeɪˈtɪpɪkəl/
atypique (atypik)

not representative of a type, group, or class; unusual or abnormal

"The doctor said it was an atypical case of the disease."

"Le médecin a dit que c'était un cas atypique de la maladie." (Le medsin a di ke c'était un ka atypik de la maladi.)
auburn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɔːbərn/
châtain roux (chataing roux)

reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair

"She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight."

"Elle a de longs cheveux châtain roux qui brillent au soleil." (Elle a de longs cheveux chatain roux qui brillent au soleil.)
auctioneer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌɔːkʃəˈnɪər/
commissaire-priseur (commissaire-priseur)

a person who conducts auctions by calling out bids and selling items to the highest bidder

"The auctioneer quickly raised the price as bidders competed for the painting."

"Le commissaire-priseur a rapidement augmenté le prix." (le commissaire-priseur a rapidement augmente le prix)
Audacious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɔːˈdeɪʃəs/
audacieux (audacieux)

showing a willingness to take bold risks; daring

"It was an audacious plan to climb the mountain in winter."

"C'était un plan audacieux de gravir la montagne en hiver." (C'était un plan audacieux de gravir la montagne en hiver.)