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 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 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

ajustable; modifiable; réglable;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

Cette chaise a une hauteur ajustable.

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 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 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

de manière adéquate

Meaning

in a satisfactory manner

Example

He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.

Il a accompli la tâche de manière adéquate, mais pourrait s'améliorer la prochaine fois.

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 noun /ɔː/

awe

émerveillement

Meaning

a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder

Example

The children looked at the fireworks in awe.

Les enfants regardaient les feux d'artifice avec émerveillement.

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 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 adverb /ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli/

accidentally

accidentellement

Meaning

happening by chance or unexpectedly

Example

He accidentally dropped the glass.

Il a accidentellement fait tomber le verre.

B2 noun əˈlaɪ.əns

alliance

Meaning

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.

Example

Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.

Les alliances mondiales favorisent la durabilité environnementale.

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

réalisable

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

Commencez par des étapes réalisables pour rester motivé.

B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

hypothèses

Meaning

Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.

Example

His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.

Ses hypothèses sur le projet étaient complètement fausses.

B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

ancre

Meaning

a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence

Example

The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.

Le navire a jeté son ancre dans le port.

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

Les adolescents vivent souvent des changements physiques et émotionnels rapides.

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 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 /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 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 adjective ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd

anticipated

anticipé

Meaning

Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.

Example

The anticipated growth exceeded the city's capacity.

La croissance anticipée a dépassé la capacité de la ville.

B2 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

amplifier

Meaning

to make sounds louder; to make something larger or more significant

Example

The microphone amplifies her voice.

Le microphone amplifie sa voix.

B2 noun /ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/

alcoholism

alcoolisme

Meaning

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Example

His alcoholism affected both his health and his family life.

Son alcoolisme a affecté sa santé et sa vie familiale.

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

anormal

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

Le médecin a remarqué une croissance anormale dans les poumons du patient.

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 /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

automatiser

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

De nombreuses entreprises automatisent leurs processus pour gagner du temps.

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 əˈkɔːrd

accord

Meaning

An official agreement or treaty.

Example

The accord emphasized gradual progress.

L'accord a souligné le progrès graduel.

B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

véhicules autonomes

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

Les véhicules autonomes révolutionnent l'avenir du transport.

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 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

acquérir

Meaning

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

Example

Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.

Les bénévoles acquièrent de nouvelles compétences grâce à leurs expériences.

B2 verb /əˈsend/

ascend

ascendre

Meaning

to go up or climb to a higher position; to rise

Example

The climbers will ascend the mountain at dawn.

Les grimpeurs vont ascendre la montagne à l'aube.

B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

assuré

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

Elle était assurée que tout irait bien.

B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

aligner

Meaning

Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

Example

Aligning education with global standards is vital.

Aligner l'éducation avec les normes mondiales est essentiel.

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 noun /ˈænsestər/

Ancestor

ancêtre

Meaning

a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended

Example

She researched her family tree to learn about her ancestors.

Elle a recherché son arbre généalogique pour en savoir plus sur ses ancêtres.

B2 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

anthropologie

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

Example

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

Elle a décidé de se spécialiser en anthropologie à l'université.

B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

animation

Meaning

the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm

Example

The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.

L'animation dans ce film est incroyablement détaillée.

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 adverb /əˈten.tɪv.li/

Attentively

attentivement

Meaning

with careful attention; in a focused manner

Example

She listened attentively to her teacher's instructions.

Elle écouta attentivement les instructions de son professeur.

B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

ancêtre

Meaning

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

Example

The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.

L'arbre généalogique montre les noms de tous les ancêtres.

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 noun /æs/

Ass

âne

Meaning

a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family

Example

The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.

Le fermier a utilisé un âne pour transporter de lourdes charges.

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 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

antarctique

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

La région antarctique est connue pour son froid extrême et ses paysages glacés.

B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

Meaning

The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.

Example

Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.

L'agriculture durable peut aider à protéger l'environnement.

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 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 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

astronomique

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

Le prix astronomique reflète son exclusivité.

B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

acné

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

Un nettoyage régulier et une alimentation équilibrée peuvent aider à réduire l'acné.

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

allié; associé; lié

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

Les forces alliées ont travaillé ensemble pendant la guerre.

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 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

de plus

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

De plus, nous offrons des réductions pour les réservations anticipées.

B2 noun ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz

allegations

allégations

Meaning

Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.

Example

The allegations were investigated by an international body.

Les allégations ont été examinées par un organisme international.

B2 noun /əˈlaɪnmənt/

alignment

alignement

Meaning

arrangement in a straight line or in proper position

Example

The alignment of the planets was perfect for the celestial event.

L'alignement des planètes était parfait pour l'événement céleste.

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

défense

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

Sa défense des droits des enfants lui a valu une reconnaissance internationale.

B2 adjective /əˈbrʌpt/

abrupt

Meaning

Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.

Example

The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.

La voiture s'est arrêtée brusquement au milieu de la route.

B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

douleur

Meaning

a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body

Example

He had a terrible headache after working late.

Il a eu une terrible douleur à la tête après avoir travaillé tard.

B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

authenticité

Meaning

The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.

Example

The authenticity of the document was verified.

L'authenticité du document a été vérifiée.

B2 verb ədˈhɪər

adhere

adhérer

Meaning

To stick firmly to something or stay attached.

Example

Neutrons adhere to protons.

Les neutrons adhèrent aux protons.

B2 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

aquatique

Meaning

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

Example

Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.

Les espèces aquatiques sont menacées par la pollution.

B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

acoustique

Meaning

relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means

Example

We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.

Nous avons enregistré une version acoustique de la chanson dans une pièce calme.

B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

au milieu de

Meaning

in the middle of or surrounded by something

Example

The team stayed calm amid the chaos.

L'équipe est restée calme au milieu du chaos.

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

abstrait, résumé

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

L'artiste est connue pour ses peintures abstraites.

B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Example

You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.

Vous avez besoin d'une apostrophe dans le mot 'children's'.

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 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

présumément

Meaning

used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven

Example

He was allegedly involved in the robbery.

Il était présumé impliqué dans le vol.

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 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 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 /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/

acknowledge

reconnaître

Meaning

to accept or admit the existence or truth of something; to recognize

Example

She acknowledged her mistake and apologized.

Elle a reconnu son erreur et s'est excusée.

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.

B2 noun /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/

autobiography

autobiographie

Meaning

An account of a person's life written by that person.

Example

She published an autobiography about her journey to success.

Elle a publié une autobiographie sur son parcours vers le succès.

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 ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

attributs

Meaning

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

Example

Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.

Les cultures avancées possèdent des attributs bénéfiques.

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 /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 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 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 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 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

L'assurance de qualité est une priorité pour le conseil.

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 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

maladie

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

Il est allé chez le médecin pour une légère maladie de l'estomac.

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 noun, verb /ˈædvɜːrt/

advert

annonce

Meaning

(noun) a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event; (verb) to refer to something in speaking or writing

Example

The company placed an advert in the newspaper for the new position.

La société a placé une annonce dans le journal pour le nouveau poste.

B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

agression

Meaning

hostile or violent behavior towards others

Example

His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.

Sa soudaine agression a surpris tout le monde à la réunion.

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 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

ajustement

Meaning

a small change made to improve something or make it work better

Example

The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.

Le docteur a fait un ajustement au médicament du patient.

B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

attentif; vigilant; alerte

Meaning

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Example

The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.

L'étudiant attentif écoutait attentivement chaque mot que le professeur disait.

B2 noun ɔːɡˈmɛn.tɪd riˈæl.ɪ.ti

augmented reality

réalité augmentée, fusion du monde virtuel et réel

Meaning

Technology that overlays digital information on the real world environment.

Example

Gaming has been transformed by augmented reality.

La réalité augmentée a transformé le jeu.

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 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

appétit

Meaning

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.

Example

Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.

La malbouffe augmente l'appétit de manière non naturelle.

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 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

analogie

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

Le professeur a utilisé l'analogie d'un arbre pour expliquer la structure d'un essai.

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 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 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

adéquat

Meaning

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

Example

The food was adequate for the small group.

La nourriture était adéquate pour le petit groupe.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪˌfækt/

artifact

artefact

Meaning

an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest

Example

The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.

Le musée a exposé des artefacts anciens d'Égypte.

B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

assigner

Meaning

to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility

Example

The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.

Le gestionnaire assignera des tâches aux nouveaux employés.

B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

abbaye

Meaning

A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.

Example

The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.

La vieille abbaye sur la colline attire de nombreux touristes chaque année.

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 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

accusé

Meaning

a person who has been charged with a crime

Example

The accused pleaded not guilty in court.

L'accusé a plaidé non coupable devant le tribunal.

B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

Meaning

A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Example

She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.

Elle a fait une accusation de vol contre son collègue.

B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

altérer

Meaning

to change or modify something slightly but significantly

Example

She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.

Elle a décidé d'altérer sa robe pour mieux l'ajuster.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

B2 noun /ˌɑːr.kiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

archeology

archéologie

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures

Example

She decided to study archeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

Elle a décidé d'étudier l'archéologie pour en apprendre davantage sur les civilisations anciennes.

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 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

applaudissements

Meaning

the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment

Example

The actor received loud applause after his performance.

L'acteur a reçu de vifs applaudissements après sa performance.

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 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 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 /ˈæli/

alley

ruelle

Meaning

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

Example

They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.

Ils ont traversé une ruelle sombre pour atteindre la rue principale.

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 adjective /ˌæksɪˈdɛntl/

accidental

accidentel

Meaning

happening by chance, unintentionally

Example

The fire was caused by an accidental spark.

L'incendie a été causé par une étincelle accidentelle.

B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

administrer

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

L'infirmière administrera le vaccin à tous les patients.

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 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 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 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

autoriser

Meaning

to give official permission or approval for something

Example

The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.

Le manager autorisera le paiement demain.

B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

administrateur

Meaning

a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system

Example

The school administrator implemented new policies for students.

L'administrateur de l'école a mis en œuvre de nouvelles politiques pour les élèves.