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 /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 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 /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

aisé

Meaning

having a great deal of money; wealthy

Example

She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.

Elle a grandi dans un quartier aisé.

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/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 /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 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

approximatif

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

Le coût est approximatif et peut changer plus tard.

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 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

altération

Meaning

a change or modification made to something

Example

The tailor made an alteration to the suit.

Le tailleur a fait une altération au costume.

B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

nommé

Meaning

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

Example

Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.

Les fonctionnaires nommés ont des responsabilités importantes.

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 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 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

anxiété ou nervosité

Meaning

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Example

Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.

La méditation aide à réduire l'anxiété et le stress.

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

armure

Meaning

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

Example

The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.

Le chevalier portait une armure lourde pour se protéger lors de la bataille.

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 verb əˈteɪnd

attained

atteint

Meaning

Succeeded in achieving (something that one desires and has worked for); reached a specified age, size, or amount.

Example

The region attained remarkable progress.

La région a atteint des progrès remarquables.

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 /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 /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 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 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 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

disponibilité

Meaning

the state of being able to be used or obtained

Example

The availability of clean water is crucial for health.

La disponibilité de l'eau potable est cruciale pour la santé.

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 /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 /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

artificiellement;

Meaning

by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner

Example

The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.

Le lac a été créé artificiellement pour des fins d'irrigation.

B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

abréviation

Meaning

a shortened form of a word or phrase

Example

NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

NASA est une abréviation de National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

B2 adjective /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/

Authentic

authentique; véritable; réel; pas faux

Meaning

genuine; real; not fake or copied

Example

The museum displays only authentic artifacts from ancient civilizations.

Le musée affiche uniquement des artefacts authentiques des civilisations anciennes.

B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

hymne

Meaning

A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.

Example

The national anthem was played before the football match.

L'hymne national a été joué avant le match de football.

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 /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 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

avancement

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

Les avancées technologiques façonnent l'avenir.

B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

Meaning

easy to reach, use, or understand

Example

The museum is easily accessible by public transport.

Le musée est facilement accessible en transport public.

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 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 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 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

anticiper

Meaning

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Example

We anticipate a large crowd at the event.

Nous anticipons une grande foule à l'événement.

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 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

Meaning

a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging

Example

Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.

L’aluminium est utilisé pour fabriquer des canettes.

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 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 /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 /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 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 /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 /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 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 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 /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Meaning

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

Example

The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.

Le fermier possède cinq acres de terre fertile.

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 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 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 ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

automation

automatisation

Meaning

Replacing manual work with machines or software.

Example

Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors in production.

L'automatisation augmente l'efficacité et réduit les erreurs dans la production.

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 noun /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

Meaning

the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution

Example

The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.

L’abolition de l’esclavage a été une étape majeure de l’histoire des droits humains.

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 /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

arrogant; prétentieux

Meaning

having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud

Example

His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.

Son comportement arrogant l'a rendu très impopulaire.

B2 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

étonnement

Meaning

Great surprise or amazement.

Example

She looked at the magician with astonishment.

Elle regarda le magicien avec étonnement.

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 /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

Meaning

a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games

Example

The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.

Les enfants ont passé l'après-midi à jouer dans l'arcade.

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 verb /ˈæktɪveɪt/

activate

activer

Meaning

to make something start or function

Example

She pressed the button to activate the machine.

Elle a appuyé sur le bouton pour activer la machine.

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgement

reconnaissance

Meaning

the act of recognizing or accepting something as true or valid; an expression of gratitude or recognition

Example

She received an acknowledgement for her contribution to the project.

Elle a reçu une reconnaissance pour sa contribution au projet.

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 /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 əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

appréciation

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

Les propriétés immobilières connaissent souvent une appréciation au fil du temps.

B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

angélique

Meaning

Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.

Example

The child had an angelic smile.

L'enfant avait un sourire angélique.

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 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 /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 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 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 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

accumuler

Meaning

to gather or collect things gradually over time

Example

She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.

Elle a réussi à accumuler une petite fortune grâce à des investissements judicieux.

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 /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 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 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 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 ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

Meaning

The action or process of adapting or being adapted.

Example

Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.

L'adaptation au changement climatique est essentielle pour la résilience.

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 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 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 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 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, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

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 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

adjacent

Meaning

পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;

Example

The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.

L'hôtel est adjacent au centre commercial.

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 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

réveiller

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

Le bruit fort a réveillé tout le quartier.

B2 noun ˈæsɛt

asset

actif

Meaning

A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.

Example

Real estate is one of the most valuable assets.

L'immobilier est l'un des actifs les plus précieux.

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 /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

astéroïde

Meaning

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Example

The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

La ceinture d'astéroïdes se situe entre les orbites de Mars et Jupiter.

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 /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 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 /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

abricot

Meaning

a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh

Example

The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.

L'arbre d'abricot produit des fruits sucrés en été.

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 /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 /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 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 /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 /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 adverb /ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli/

accidentally

accidentellement

Meaning

happening by chance or unexpectedly

Example

He accidentally dropped the glass.

Il a accidentellement fait tomber le verre.

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 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 /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

avortement

Meaning

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Example

The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.

Le débat sur l'avortement continue de diviser l'opinion publique.

B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

accéléré

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

Le projet a progressé à un rythme accéléré.

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 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 /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 ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

rappel actif

Meaning

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

Example

Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.

Le rappel actif améliore la mémoire à long terme et la rétention.

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 noun /əˈsɛnt/

ascent

ascension, élévation

Meaning

The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.

Example

The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.

Les alpinistes ont commencé leur ascension vers le sommet de la montagne à l'aube.

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 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 /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 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

acide

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

Le citron a un goût acide.

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 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 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.