B2 adjective + noun æmˈbɪʃəs ɪnˈdevər

ambitious endeavor

effort ambitieux

Meaning

A bold and determined attempt to achieve something challenging.

Example

Artemis is an ambitious endeavor in space exploration.

Artemis est un effort ambitieux dans l'exploration spatiale.

B2 verb /əˈmend/

amend

modifier

Meaning

to make changes or corrections to improve something; to modify

Example

They amended the contract to include new terms.

Ils ont modifié le contrat pour inclure de nouvelles conditions.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

accompagner

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

Elle a demandé à son amie de l'accompagner au concert.

B2 noun /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

ascendance

Meaning

one’s family origins or lineage

Example

He is proud of his royal ancestry.

Il est fier de son ascendance royale.

B2 adverb /əˈlɔːŋ.saɪd/

Alongside

à côté; à proximité;

Meaning

beside; next to; together with

Example

She walked alongside her friend through the park.

Elle marchait à côté de son ami dans le parc.

B2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

extraterrestre

Meaning

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

Example

The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.

Le télescope est capable de détecter des signaux extraterrestres.

B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

accro

Meaning

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

Example

He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.

Il est un accro des jeux vidéo qui passe des heures à jouer tous les jours.

B2 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

avantageux; favorable; rentable

Meaning

beneficial; favorable; profitable

Example

This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.

Ce poste offre des opportunités avantageuses pour la croissance de carrière.

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

adverse; défavorable; négatif

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

Les conditions météorologiques adverses les ont obligés à annuler l'événement.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

accomplir

Meaning

to achieve or complete successfully

Example

She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.

Elle a réussi à accomplir tous ses objectifs pour l'année.

B2 noun /əˈmɛnətiz/

amenities

commodités

Meaning

useful or pleasant facilities and services provided for comfort or convenience

Example

The hotel offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool.

L'hôtel propose des commodités modernes telles que le Wi-Fi gratuit et une piscine.

B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

cendre

Meaning

the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance

Example

After the fire, only ash remained of the house.

Après l'incendie, il ne restait que des cendres de la maison.

B2 adjective /ˌæn.tiˈsoʊ.ʃəl/

Antisocial

antisocial; hostile à l'ordre social

Meaning

avoiding social interaction; hostile to social order

Example

His antisocial behavior made it difficult for him to make friends.

Son comportement antisocial rendait difficile de se faire des amis.

B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

survenir

Meaning

to begin to exist or to happen

Example

Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.

Des problèmes peuvent survenir si vous ne planifiez pas à l'avance.

B2 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

admirable

Meaning

প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;

Example

Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.

Son dévouement à aider les autres est vraiment admirable.

B2 adjective /əˈfektɪd/

Affected

affecté; touché

Meaning

influenced; impacted; touched by something

Example

The flood-affected areas need immediate assistance.

Les zones touchées par les inondations ont besoin d'une assistance immédiate.

B2 noun /ˈæktɪvɪst/

activist

militant

Meaning

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

Example

The activist organized a protest against pollution.

Le militant a organisé une manifestation contre la pollution.

B2 noun /ˈæd.və.kət/

Advocate

avocat

Meaning

a lawyer who represents clients in court; a person who supports or argues for a cause or policy

Example

The advocate presented strong evidence to defend his client in court.

L'avocat a présenté des preuves solides pour défendre son client devant le tribunal.

B2 noun /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

aristocratie

Meaning

a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility

Example

The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.

L'aristocratie avait souvent une influence sur les décisions politiques.

B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

amande

Meaning

edible seed of the almond tree

Example

Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.

Les amandes sont une collation saine, riche en protéines et en bonnes graisses.

B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

absurde, irrationnel

Meaning

wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

Example

It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.

Il est absurde de penser que la Terre est plate.

B2 adverb /ˈɑːɡjuːəbli/

arguably

sans doute

Meaning

used to say that a statement is open to argument or is considered true by many people

Example

She is arguably the most talented player on the team.

Elle est sans doute la joueuse la plus talentueuse de l’équipe.

B2 verb /əˈkʌstəm/

accustom

accoutumer

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something through regular experience or use

Example

It took him a while to accustom himself to the new environment.

Il lui a fallu un moment pour s'adapter au nouvel environnement.

B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

applaudir

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

Le public a applaudi la performance.

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

arc

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

L'ancien arc est toujours debout au centre de la ville.

B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

terrain, scène

Meaning

a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events

Example

The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.

Le match de basket-ball aura lieu dans la nouvelle arène du centre-ville.

B2 noun /əˈdɪkʃən/

addiction

Meaning

A strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something, such as drugs, alcohol, or habits.

Example

His addiction to video games affected his studies.

Son addiction aux jeux vidéo a affecté ses études.

B2 adjective /əˈpærənt/

apparent

Meaning

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

Example

It soon became apparent that he was not telling the truth.

Il est vite devenu apparent qu'il ne disait pas la vérité.

B2 adverb /ˈæk.jə.rət.li/

Accurately

de manière précise, sans erreurs, correctement

Meaning

in an exact way, without any mistakes; precisely; correctly

Example

She accurately predicted the outcome of the election.

Elle a prédit avec précision le résultat de l'élection.

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənts

advancements

avancées

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement.

Example

Scientific advancements enhance global innovation.

Les avancées scientifiques favorisent l'innovation mondiale.

B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

absorber

Meaning

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Example

The sponge absorbed all the water.

L'éponge a absorbé toute l'eau.

B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

astrologie

Meaning

the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs

Example

She studied astrology to understand her future.

Elle a étudié l'astrologie pour comprendre son avenir.

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

reconnaissance

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

Il a reçu une reconnaissance pour sa candidature.

B2 adjective ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv

administrative

administratif

Meaning

Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.; concerned with or relating to management or administration.

Example

Administrative reforms improve efficiency.

Les réformes administratives améliorent l'efficacité.

B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

ample; abondant; suffisant

Meaning

large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough

Example

We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.

Nous avons suffisamment de temps pour terminer le projet avant la date limite.

B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

soudainement et de manière inattendue; sans avertissement

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

La réunion s'est terminée brusquement lorsque l'électricité a été coupée.

B2 noun /əˈmɛnəti/

amenity

commodité

Meaning

a useful or pleasant facility or feature of a place

Example

The apartment has every amenity needed for comfortable living.

L'appartement dispose de toutes les commodités nécessaires pour vivre confortablement.

B2 noun ɑːmd ˈkɒn.flɪkt

armed conflict

conflit armé

Meaning

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

Example

Armed conflict resulted in widespread devastation.

Le conflit armé a entraîné une dévastation généralisée.

B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

amendement

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

L'amendement n'a pas été soutenu.

B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

distraite

Meaning

often forgetting things or not paying attention

Example

He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.

Il est tellement distrait qu'il oublie souvent ses clés.

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

étonnant, surprenant, impressionnant

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

Les tours étonnants du magicien ont laissé le public sans voix.

B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

anti-discriminatoire

Meaning

Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.

Example

The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.

Le mouvement anti-discriminatoire a été révolutionnaire.

B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

aspirer

Meaning

to have a strong desire to achieve something

Example

Many students aspire to study abroad.

Beaucoup d'étudiants aspirent à étudier à l'étranger.

B2 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

anonyme; sans nom

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

L'auteur a publié le livre sous un pseudonyme anonyme.

B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

arrogance

Meaning

having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities

Example

His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.

Son arrogance l'a rendu impopulaire parmi ses collègues.

B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

abondant

Meaning

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Example

The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

Le jardin était plein de fleurs colorées.

B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

de manière appropriée

Meaning

in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation

Example

She was dressed appropriately for the event.

Elle était habillée de manière appropriée pour l'événement.

B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

ambiance

Meaning

The character and atmosphere of a place.

Example

The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.

L'ambiance du restaurant était détendue et invitante, parfaite pour un dîner décontracté.

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

attribut

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.

Une caractéristique importante du bois est sa flexibilité.

B2 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

attendre

Meaning

to wait for someone or something; to expect

Example

We await your response with great anticipation.

Nous attendons votre réponse avec grande anticipation.

B2 noun /æmˈbæsədər/

Ambassador

ambassadeur

Meaning

an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country

Example

The ambassador met with government officials to discuss trade agreements.

L'ambassadeur a rencontré des fonctionnaires du gouvernement pour discuter des accords commerciaux.

B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

réalisation

Meaning

something that has been achieved successfully

Example

Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.

Obtenir son diplôme universitaire a été une grande réalisation pour lui.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.

L'artisan a fabriqué une belle chaise en bois.

B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

Meaning

a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something

Example

She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.

Elle ressentait une grande admiration pour son professeur.

B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

stupéfier

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

Le tour final du magicien a stupéfié le public.

B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

artefacts

Meaning

objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance

Example

Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.

Les archéologues ont découvert des artefacts précieux dans les ruines.

B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

astronome

Meaning

a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe

Example

The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.

L'astronome a observé la nouvelle comète à travers son télescope.

B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

analytique, investigatif, logique

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

Elle a une approche analytique de la résolution des problèmes.

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

annonceur

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

L'annonceur a payé des millions pour un spot publicitaire au Super Bowl.

B2 adjective /əˈkjuːt/

acute

aigu

Meaning

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

Example

The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery.

Le patient a souffert d'une douleur aiguë après l'opération.

B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

analyser

Meaning

to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions

Example

Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.

Les scientifiques analysent les données pour découvrir de nouveaux modèles.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

aisselle

Meaning

the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder

Example

He applied deodorant to his armpit.

Il a appliqué du déodorant sur son aisselle.

B2 noun /əkˌseləˈreɪʃən/

acceleration

accélération

Meaning

the rate at which velocity changes over time; the act of speeding up

Example

The car showed rapid acceleration as it entered the highway.

La voiture a montré une accélération rapide en entrant sur l'autoroute.

B2 conjunction /ˌɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/

albeit

bien que

Meaning

Although; even though.

Example

He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly.

Il a finalement accepté, bien que à contrecœur.

B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

consultatif

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

Le comité sert dans une capacité consultative auprès du conseil d'administration.

B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

allocation

Meaning

a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something

Example

Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.

Les enfants reçoivent une allocation hebdomadaire pour aider avec les corvées.

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

aloe vera

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

La plante d'aloe vera fleurit avec des fleurs tubulaires oranges ou jaunes.

B2 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

Meaning

relating to the design and style of buildings and structures

Example

The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.

La ville est connue pour ses beaux designs architecturaux.

B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

activement

Meaning

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

Example

He is actively involved in community service.

Il est activement impliqué dans les services communautaires.

B2 adjective /ˈɛəri/

airy

aéré

Meaning

Spacious and well-ventilated; light and breezy.

Example

The new apartment is bright and airy.

Le nouvel appartement est lumineux et aéré.

B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

bracelet de cheville

Meaning

a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle

Example

She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.

Elle portait un beau bracelet de cheville en argent à son pied gauche.

B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

accessibilité

Meaning

Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.

Example

Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.

L'amélioration de l'accessibilité aide les personnes handicapées.

B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

agricole

Meaning

Connected with farming.

Example

Agricultural advancements enhance food security.

Les progrès agricoles améliorent la sécurité alimentaire.

B2 noun əˈbʌndəns

abundance

abondance

Meaning

A very large quantity of something; plenty

Example

The abundance of vegetables in winter is remarkable.

L'abondance de légumes en hiver est remarquable.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

L'allocation du budget pour l'éducation doit être augmentée.

B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

Meaning

the act of making something start functioning

Example

The activation of the system took longer than expected.

L'activation du système a pris plus de temps que prévu.

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.tɪ.zən/

Artison

artisan

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan created a beautiful wooden sculpture.

L'artisan a créé une belle sculpture en bois.

B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

articuler

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

Elle a pu articuler ses idées pendant la réunion.

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

affectueux; tendre; aimant; montrant de l'affection

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

Elle est très affectueuse envers ses enfants.

B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

étonnant

Meaning

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

Example

The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.

La découverte étonnante a changé notre vision de l'univers.

B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

ambigu

Meaning

Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.

Example

His statement was too ambiguous to understand.

Sa déclaration était trop ambiguë pour être comprise.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

couleur cendrée

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

Le vieux bâtiment avait des murs de couleur cendrée qui avaient besoin d'être peints.

B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

absolu

Meaning

total, complete, or without restriction

Example

The dictator had absolute power over the nation.

Le dictateur avait un pouvoir absolu sur la nation.

B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

attain

atteindre

Meaning

to achieve or reach something

Example

She worked hard to attain her goals.

Elle a travaillé dur pour atteindre ses objectifs.

B2 adverb /əˈfek.ʃən.ət.li/

Affectionately

affectueusement

Meaning

in a way that shows feelings of liking or love; with fondness and care

Example

She hugged her grandmother affectionately.

Elle a étreint sa grand-mère affectueusement.

B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

assuré; affirmé

Meaning

confident and forceful; having a strong personality

Example

She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.

Elle est très assertive lorsqu'elle parle lors des réunions.

B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

arbitraire

Meaning

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system

Example

The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.

La notation arbitraire de l'enseignant a dérangé de nombreux étudiants.

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

autonomie

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

L'autonomie était une exigence principale.

B2 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

aligner / mettre en ligne droite

Meaning

To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.

Example

The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.

Le gestionnaire a demandé à l'équipe d'aligner leurs objectifs avec la mission de l'entreprise.

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prən/

apron

tablier

Meaning

A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes to keep them clean, especially while cooking.

Example

She tied an apron around her waist before cooking dinner.

Elle a noué un tablier autour de sa taille avant de cuisiner le dîner.

B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

accommoder

Meaning

To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.

Example

The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

L'hôtel peut accueillir jusqu'à 200 invités.

B2 noun /əˈtɒm.ɪk ˈhæb.ɪts/

atomic habits

habitudes atomiques

Meaning

Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time

Example

Developing atomic habits leads to long-term success.

Développer des habitudes atomiques mène à un succès à long terme.

B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

supposition

Meaning

a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition

Example

His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.

Sa supposition sur la météo s'est avérée incorrecte.

B2 verb /əˈpɔɪnt/

appoint

nommer

Meaning

to choose someone for a job or position

Example

The board will appoint a new director.

Le conseil nommera un nouveau directeur.

B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

alterner, alternatif

Meaning

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Example

The students alternate between online and offline classes.

Les étudiants alternent entre les cours en ligne et en présentiel.

B2 noun /ˈæltɪtuːd/

altitude

Meaning

the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

Example

The airplane is flying at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

L'avion vole à une altitude de 30 000 pieds.

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

allié

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

Les deux pays ont décidé de s'allier contre leur ennemi commun.

B2 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

activisme

Meaning

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

Example

Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.

Son activisme environnemental a inspiré de nombreux jeunes à agir.

B2 noun /æmˈfɪbiən/

amphibian

amphibien

Meaning

A cold-blooded vertebrate animal that can live both on land and in water.

Example

A frog is a common amphibian that lives both in water and on land.

Une grenouille est un amphibien courant qui vit à la fois dans l'eau et sur terre.

B2 adjective /əˈbjuːsɪv/

abusive

abusif / verbal ou physique dommageable

Meaning

extremely offensive or insulting; involving physical or verbal harm

Example

She left her job because of her abusive boss.

Elle a quitté son travail à cause de son patron abusif.

B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

conformité

Meaning

agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes

Example

The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.

La politique a été mise en œuvre conformément au droit international.

B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

conséquences

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

Les conséquences du tremblement de terre ont été dévastatrices.

B2 adverb /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkli/

alphabetically

alphabétiquement

Meaning

in the order of the letters of the alphabet

Example

The names are listed alphabetically in the register.

Les noms sont classés alphabétiquement dans le registre.

B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

impact négatif

Meaning

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

Example

Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.

Un long temps d'écran a un impact négatif sur les muscles des mains.

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

allouer

Meaning

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

Le gestionnaire a alloué des fonds pour le nouveau projet.

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

candidat

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

Le candidat a été interviewé pour le poste.

B2 adverb /ˈænjuəli/

annually

annuellement

Meaning

once every year; yearly

Example

The company holds a general meeting annually.

L'entreprise organise une réunion générale annuellement.

B2 adjective /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/

alarming

alarmant

Meaning

Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.

Example

The unemployment rate among youth is alarming.

Le taux de chômage chez les jeunes est alarmant.

B2 noun əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

responsabilité

Meaning

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

Example

Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.

La responsabilité est essentielle pour maintenir la confiance dans tout système.

B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

abandonner

Meaning

to give up completely; to leave permanently

Example

They had to abandon their house due to flooding.

Ils ont dû abandonner leur maison à cause des inondations.

B2 noun /əˈvɔɪdəns/

avoidance

évitement

Meaning

the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation

Example

Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later.

L’évitement des conversations difficiles peut créer de plus grands problèmes plus tard.

B2 verb /əˈlɛdʒ/

allege

alléguer

Meaning

to claim or assert something, typically without proof

Example

The witness alleged that the man was at the crime scene.

Le témoin a allégué que l'homme était sur les lieux du crime.

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

aggraver

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

Gratter l'éruption ne fera qu'aggraver la condition.

B2 noun ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən

aspiration

Meaning

A hope or ambition of achieving something, a strong desire or goal to achieve something.

Example

His aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur.

Son aspiration est de devenir un entrepreneur à succès.

B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

enchères

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

Les meubles anciens ont été vendus lors d'une vente aux enchères le week-end dernier.

B2 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

comptabilité

Meaning

the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions

Example

She works in the accounting department of a large firm.

Elle travaille dans le département de comptabilité d'une grande entreprise.

B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

attrayant; intéressant; plaisant

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

Le jardin coloré semble très attrayant pour les visiteurs.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

accusation

Meaning

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

Example

The allegation against him was proven false.

L'accusation contre lui a été prouvée fausse.

B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

un grand primate similaire à un singe / imiter

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

Les enfants imitent souvent le comportement des adultes.