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C1 noun ˈdɪk.ʃən

diction

prononciation et choix des mots
Meaning
The style of pronunciation and word choice in speaking or writing.
Example
A strong diction enhances communication skills.
Une forte diction améliore les compétences en communication.
B2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nər.əns/

Ignorance

ignorance
Meaning
lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something
Example
His ignorance about basic computer skills made it difficult for him to find a job.
Son ignorance des compétences informatiques de base a rendu difficile pour lui de trouver un emploi.
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.
A1 noun, adjective /hæf/

half

moitié
Meaning
one of two equal parts of something
Example
He ate half of the cake.
Il a mangé la moitié du gâteau.
B1 noun /ˈrezɪdənt/

Resident

résident
Meaning
a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis; living in a particular place
Example
She has been a resident of this city for over ten years.
Elle est résidente de cette ville depuis plus de dix ans.
B1 noun /ˈflaʊər veɪs/

Flower-vase

vase à fleurs
Meaning
a decorative container used to hold cut flowers
Example
She placed beautiful roses in the flower vase on the table.
Elle a mis de belles roses dans le vase à fleurs sur la table.
C2 noun /naɪt kwiːn/

Night queen

reine de la nuit
Meaning
a fragrant white flower that blooms at night and releases strong sweet scent
Example
The night queen flowers filled the garden with their sweet fragrance.
Les fleurs de la reine de la nuit ont rempli le jardin de leur douce fragrance.
C1 verb /ˈwɒb.l̩/

wobble

vaciller
Meaning
to move unsteadily from side to side; to shake or tremble slightly
Example
The table began to wobble when he leaned on it.
La table a commencé à vaciller lorsqu'il s'est penché dessus.
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

sensibilité
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
Sa sensibilité artistique lui a permis d'apprécier les détails fins des peintures.
C2 noun /ˈkɒn.tjʊ.mə.li/

contumely

insulte, mépris
Meaning
insulting or humiliating treatment
Example
He endured the contumely of his colleagues with patience.
Il a supporté le mépris de ses collègues avec patience.
B2 noun /ˈlɪvər/

liver

foie
Meaning
a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile to help digest food.
Example
The liver plays a vital role in removing toxins from the body.
Le foie joue un rôle essentiel dans l'élimination des toxines du corps.
B2 noun

Patriot

patriote
B2 noun /ˈkænjən/

canyon

canyon
Meaning
A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
Example
The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
Le fleuve Colorado a sculpté le Grand Canyon pendant des millions d'années.
C1 adjective /aʊtˈmoʊdɪd/

outmoded

démodé
Meaning
No longer in fashion or useful; outdated.
Example
That old computer is completely outmoded.
Cet ancien ordinateur est complètement démodé.
A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.di/

Tidy

ordonné; propre
Meaning
arranged neatly and in order; clean and organized
Example
She keeps her room very tidy and organized.
Elle garde sa chambre très ordonnée et propre.
B1 noun /ˈprɛzəns/

presence

présence
Meaning
The fact or condition of being present; a person's impressive manner or appearance.
Example
His presence in the meeting made everyone feel at ease.
Sa présence à la réunion a mis tout le monde à l'aise.
C2 noun /əbˈstɛtrɪks/

obstetrics

obstétrique
Meaning
The branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of women giving birth.
Example
She is studying obstetrics to become a specialist in childbirth.
Elle étudie l'obstétrique pour devenir spécialiste de l'accouchement.
B2 adverb dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li

deliberately

délibérément
Meaning
Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.
Example
The actions were deliberately planned to cause harm.
Les actions ont été délibérément planifiées pour causer des torts.
C1 noun /pɔl/

Pall

tissu placé sur un cercueil; un couvre-chef sombre qui crée une atmosphère lugubre
Meaning
a cloth spread over a coffin; a dark covering that creates a gloomy atmosphere
Example
A pall of smoke hung over the burning building.
Un voile de fumée flottait au-dessus du bâtiment en feu.
C1 adjective pərˈnɪʃəs

pernicious

nocif, pernicieux
Meaning
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
Example
The pernicious effects of smoking are well-documented.
Les effets nuisibles du tabagisme sont bien documentés.
C1 adjective /ˈnjuː.ɑːnst/

nuanced

nuancé
Meaning
Characterized by subtle shades of meaning or expression; having fine gradations of meaning, tone, or feeling.
Example
His analysis of the novel was highly nuanced.
Son analyse du roman était très nuancée.
B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

sécurité
Meaning
The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.
Example
Food security is essential for human survival.
La sécurité alimentaire est essentielle pour la survie humaine.
B1 noun əbˈdʒek.tɪv

objective

objectif
Meaning
A thing aimed at or sought; a goal.
Example
The main objective is to test sustainability.
L'objectif principal est de tester la durabilité.
C2 adjective /ˈroʊziət/

roseate

rosé, optimiste
Meaning
Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.
Example
She looked at the future with roseate optimism.
Elle regarda l'avenir avec un optimisme rose.
B2 adjective /ˈlɒŋ ˈstændɪŋ/

long-standing

de longue durée
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long period of time
Example
They have a long-standing relationship with their suppliers.
Ils ont une relation de longue durée avec leurs fournisseurs.
B1 adjective /rʌf/

Rough

rugueux; rugueux; dur
Meaning
having an uneven surface; not smooth; harsh
Example
The rough surface of the rock hurt my hands.
La surface rugueuse de la roche m'a blessé les mains.
B1 noun /ˈvɪk.tɪm/

Victim

victime
Meaning
a person who suffers harm, injury, or death as a result of an event or action
Example
The victim was taken to the hospital immediately.
La victime a été emmenée à l'hôpital immédiatement.
C2 verb /əˈsweɪdʒ/

assuage

apaiser
Meaning
To make an unpleasant feeling less intense; to ease or relieve.
Example
The kind words helped assuage her anxiety.
Les mots gentils ont aidé à apaiser son anxiété.
A1 noun /ˈpɜːrsən/

person

personne
Meaning
an individual human being
Example
She is a kind person who always helps others.
C'est une personne gentille qui aide toujours les autres.
B2 noun /ˈsɜr.neɪm/

Surname

nom de famille
Meaning
a hereditary name common to all members of a family; family name
Example
Please write your first name and surname on the form.
Veuillez inscrire votre prénom et votre nom de famille sur le formulaire.
C2 noun /ɪˈnænɪti/

inanity

ineptie, absurdité
Meaning
a nonsensical remark or action; silliness; emptiness
Example
The speech was full of inanities that bored the audience.
Le discours était rempli d'inepties qui ennuyaient le public.
B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

élite
Meaning
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
Example
Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.
Seuls les élites ont été invités à l'événement exclusif.
B1 noun /ˈrɛntəl/

rental

location
Meaning
an arrangement in which something is rented, or the amount paid for renting
Example
The car rental was more expensive than we expected.
La location de voiture était plus chère que prévu.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪstri/

chemistry

chimie
Meaning
the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people
Example
They have great chemistry and work well together.
Ils ont une excellente chimie et travaillent bien ensemble.
C1 adjective /ˈviːnəs/

venous

veineux
Meaning
relating to the veins that carry blood to the heart
Example
The doctor examined the patient’s venous circulation.
Le médecin a examiné la circulation veineuse du patient.
C2 adjective, noun /ˈænθrəpɔɪd/

anthropoid

anthropoïde
Meaning
Resembling a human being in form; a primate such as apes and monkeys.
Example
The gorilla is considered an anthropoid ape.
Le gorille est considéré comme un anthropoïde.
B1 noun /ɪˈdɪʃən/

edition

édition
Meaning
a particular version or printing of a book, newspaper, or other publication
Example
The latest edition of the magazine sold out quickly.
La dernière édition du magazine s'est vendue rapidement.
C1 adjective səˈblaɪm

sublime

sublime, magnifique, majestueux
Meaning
Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.
Example
The sublime beauty of the mountain landscape took my breath away.
La beauté sublime du paysage montagneux m'a coupé le souffle.
C1 noun /ˈmælɪs/

Malice

malveillance; rancune; hostilité;
Meaning
The intention or desire to do evil; ill will
Example
There was no malice in his criticism, just honest feedback.
Il n'y avait aucune malice dans sa critique, juste des commentaires honnêtes.
C1 noun /stɛntʃ/

stench

puanteur
Meaning
A very strong and unpleasant smell.
Example
The stench of garbage filled the alley.
La puanteur des ordures remplit la ruelle.
C2 verb /səˈbɔːrn/

suborn

suborner
Meaning
to bribe or induce someone unlawfully to perform an act, especially to commit perjury
Example
The lawyer was accused of trying to suborn a witness.
L'avocat a été accusé d'avoir tenté de suborner un témoin.
C1 noun /fɪˈdɛl.ɪ.ti/

fidelity

fidélité
Meaning
Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.
Example
A dog's fidelity to its owner is unmatched.
La fidélité d'un chien envers son maître est incomparable.
C1 noun /lɪˈbiːdoʊ/

libido

désir sexuel
Meaning
Sexual desire or drive.
Example
Stress can sometimes lower a person's libido.
Le stress peut parfois diminuer le désir sexuel d'une personne.
C2 noun /ˈrɛv.ər.i/

reverie

rêverie; rêverie éveillée
Meaning
A state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream.
Example
Lost in reverie, he didn't hear his name being called.
Perdu dans la rêverie, il n’entendit pas son nom être appelé.
C1 adjective /ˌtɒpsi ˈtɜːvi/

topsy-turvy

désordonné
Meaning
in a state of confusion, disorder, or upside down
Example
The sudden announcement left the office in a topsy-turvy state.
L'annonce soudaine a laissé le bureau dans un état complètement désordonné.
A2 noun /ˈvedʒtəbəl ɔɪl/

Vegetable oil

huile végétale
Meaning
Oil extracted from plants, seeds, or nuts used for cooking
Example
She heated vegetable oil in the pan before adding the vegetables.
Elle a chauffé de l'huile végétale dans la poêle avant d'ajouter les légumes.
C1 adjective ˈwɛðərpruːf

weatherproof

résistant aux intempéries
Meaning
Able to resist or be unaffected by weather, especially rain and wind.
Example
The materials used are weatherproof, ensuring longevity.
Les matériaux utilisés sont résistants aux intempéries, assurant une longévité.
A2 noun /ˈtiːneɪdʒər/

teenager

adolescent
Meaning
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
Example
Teenagers often enjoy hanging out with friends.
Les adolescents aiment souvent passer du temps avec leurs amis.
B2 noun /ɡoʊld rɪŋ/

Gold ring

bague en or
Meaning
a circular band of gold worn as jewelry, typically on a finger
Example
He gave her a beautiful gold ring for their anniversary.
Il lui a donné une belle bague en or pour leur anniversaire.
C1 noun /ˈsɪstərhʊd/

sisterhood

sororité
Meaning
The relationship between sisters, or a community of women united by shared experiences or goals.
Example
The feminist movement created a strong sense of sisterhood among women.
Le mouvement féministe a créé un fort sentiment de sororité parmi les femmes.
C2 noun /ˌæv.oʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

avocation

loisir
Meaning
a hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one's main work
Example
Painting is his avocation after office hours.
La peinture est son loisir après les heures de bureau.
C1 noun /ruːz/

Ruse

ruse; stratagème
Meaning
an action intended to deceive someone; a trick or stratagem
Example
The thief used a clever ruse to distract the guard.
Le voleur a utilisé une ruse astucieuse pour distraire le garde.
B1 noun ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ

engineering

ingénierie
Meaning
The application of scientific and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, or systems.
Example
Genetic engineering transforms agricultural practices.
L'ingénierie génétique transforme les pratiques agricoles.
C1 adjective /ˈflæʃi/

flashy

voyant, ostentatoire
Meaning
ostentatious or showy in a way that attracts attention
Example
He drove a flashy sports car through the city streets.
Il a conduit une voiture de sport voyante dans les rues de la ville.
C2 noun /əˈdɛndəm/

addendum

addenda
Meaning
an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book
Example
The report included an addendum with updated statistics.
Le rapport incluait un addenda avec des statistiques mises à jour.
B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

excessif
Meaning
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
Example
Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.
La croissance excessive de la population conduit à l'épuisement des ressources.
B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

après cela
Meaning
from that time on
Example
He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.
Il est parti au Canada et après cela, il a commencé une nouvelle vie.
B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

irrégulier
Meaning
not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules
Example
His attendance at work has been irregular this month.
Sa présence au travail a été irrégulière ce mois-ci.
C2 noun /ˈtæmbər/ or /ˈtɪmbər/

timbre

caractère du son musical ou de la voix
Meaning
The character or quality of a musical sound or voice as distinct from its pitch and intensity.
Example
Her voice had a warm timbre that soothed the audience.
Sa voix avait un timbre chaleureux qui apaisait le public.
B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

cacher
Meaning
to hide something or keep it secret
Example
He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.
Il a essayé de cacher sa déception derrière un sourire.
C1 noun /krʌtʃ/

crutch

béquille, soutien
Meaning
a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help
Example
He had to use crutches after breaking his leg.
Il a dû utiliser des béquilles après s'être cassé la jambe.
C1 verb /əˈsæsɪneɪt/

assassinate

assassiner
Meaning
To murder someone important, often a political or religious leader, usually by surprise attack.
Example
The rebels planned to assassinate the king.
Les rebelles ont planifié d'assassiner le roi.
B1 adjective /ɪnkəˈrɛkt/

incorrect

incorrect
Meaning
not correct or accurate
Example
The information you provided was incorrect.
L'information que vous avez fournie était incorrecte.
C2 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑː.lə.sɪs/

electrolysis

électrolyse
Meaning
A chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution.
Example
Electrolysis is used to separate hydrogen from water.
L'électrolyse est utilisée pour séparer l'hydrogène de l'eau.
C2 noun /ˌɪnkrɪˈdjuːləti/

incredulity

incrédulité
Meaning
the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something
Example
She looked at him with incredulity after hearing the strange story.
Elle le regarda avec incrédulité après avoir entendu l'histoire étrange.
C1 noun /ˈmɪl.ɪ.tənt/

Militant

militant
Meaning
A person who uses aggressive or violent methods to promote a political or social cause
Example
The militant group demanded immediate political reforms.
Le groupe militant a exigé des réformes politiques immédiates.
C1 noun /ˈmɔːrtər/

mortar

mélange pour lier les briques / petit canon
Meaning
a mixture used in building to bond bricks or stones together; also, a small cannon for firing shells
Example
The workers applied mortar between the bricks.
Les travailleurs ont appliqué du mortier entre les briques.
B1 noun /ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

programing

programmation
Meaning
the process of writing computer code to create software or applications
Example
He spends most of his time learning computer programming.
Il passe la plupart de son temps à apprendre la programmation informatique.
C1 noun /raɪt/

rite

rite
Meaning
a religious or ceremonial act
Example
The wedding rite was performed with great solemnity.
Le rite de mariage a été effectué avec grande solennité.
C2 adjective, noun /səbˈmɜːrsəbl/

submersible

submersible
Meaning
capable of being submerged; a small underwater craft
Example
The scientists explored the deep ocean using a submersible.
Les scientifiques ont exploré l'océan profond à l'aide d'un submersible.
A1 verb /fərˈɡet/

forget

oublier
Meaning
to be unable to remember something; to fail to bring something to mind
Example
Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.
N'oubliez pas de fermer la porte lorsque vous partez.
A2 noun /leŋθ/

Length

longueur
Meaning
the measurement or extent of something from end to end; the greater of two or the greatest of three dimensions
Example
The length of the table is two meters.
La longueur de la table est de deux mètres.
B2 noun /djʊˈreɪʃən/

duration

durée
Meaning
the length of time that something continues
Example
The meeting lasted for the duration of two hours.
La réunion a duré pendant deux heures.
C2 noun /bɪsk/

bisque

soupe de fruits de mer
Meaning
A rich, creamy soup made from shellfish.
Example
We ordered lobster bisque at the restaurant.
Nous avons commandé une bisque de homard au restaurant.
B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

conjonction
Meaning
a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words
Example
The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.
Les mots 'et' et 'mais' sont des conjonctions courantes.
A1 adjective, adverb /əˈloʊn/

alone

seul
Meaning
having no one else present; on one's own
Example
She prefers to live alone in her apartment.
Elle préfère vivre seule dans son appartement.
B1 adverb /ˌhæfˈweɪ/

halfway

à mi-chemin
Meaning
at or to a point equal in distance between two points
Example
We met halfway between the two towns.
Nous nous sommes rencontrés à mi-chemin entre les deux villes.
A2 adjective, adverb, interjection /ɔːlˈraɪt/

alright

d'accord
Meaning
satisfactory or acceptable; safe or unharmed; used to express agreement or acknowledgment
Example
Everything is going to be alright.
Tout ira bien.
C2 noun /ˈsɒfɪstri/

sophistry

sophistique
Meaning
the use of clever but false arguments, often to deceive
Example
The politician's speech was full of sophistry.
Le discours du politicien était plein de sophistique.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ˈraɪtʃəs/

self-righteous

autojustifié
Meaning
Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one’s own beliefs are the only right ones.
Example
His self-righteous comments made everyone uncomfortable.
Ses commentaires autojustifiés ont mis tout le monde mal à l'aise.
A1 noun /fuːd/

food

nourriture
Meaning
any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink to maintain life and growth
Example
Rice is a common food in Asia.
Le riz est un aliment courant en Asie.
B1 adjective /ˈdefɪnət/

Definite

défini; clair; spécifique
Meaning
clearly stated or decided; not vague or uncertain; specific
Example
We need a definite answer by tomorrow.
Nous avons besoin d'une réponse définitive pour demain.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

trilogie
Meaning
a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story
Example
The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.
Le réalisateur a enfin sorti le troisième film pour compléter la trilogie de science-fiction.
C1 verb /kənˈtɛkstʃuəlaɪz/

contextualize

contextualiser
Meaning
to place something in a context or interpret it in relation to its surroundings
Example
The teacher contextualized the historical event to make it more relevant for students.
Le professeur a contextualisé l'événement historique pour le rendre plus pertinent pour les étudiants.
B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

séparation; division; éloignement
Meaning
the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements
Example
The separation of the two countries was peaceful.
La séparation des deux pays a été pacifique.
B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

insignifiant
Meaning
Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.
Example
The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.
Le coût était tellement insignifiant que personne ne l'a remarqué.
C1 noun /ˈɡreɪvstoʊn/

gravestone

tombeau
Meaning
A stone that marks a grave, usually inscribed with the name of the deceased.
Example
The gravestone had her name carved beautifully.
Le tombeau avait son nom gravé magnifiquement.
C1 noun /ˈtres.pæs.ər/

Trespasser

intrus
Meaning
a person who enters someone's property without permission
Example
The security guard caught the trespasser climbing over the fence.
Le garde de sécurité a attrapé l'intrus escaladant la clôture.
C2 adjective /ˈʌndjʊleɪtɪŋ/

undulating

ondulant
Meaning
Having a smoothly rising and falling form or motion like waves.
Example
We drove through undulating hills.
Nous avons conduit à travers des collines ondulantes.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌbreɪkɪŋ/

Heartbreaking

dévastateur; déchirant; émouvant
Meaning
causing overwhelming distress; very sad or disappointing
Example
The documentary showed heartbreaking scenes of children in poverty.
Le documentaire montrait des scènes dévastatrices d'enfants vivant dans la pauvreté.
C2 adjective /ˈvækjuəs/

vacuous

vide
Meaning
Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless.
Example
She gave a vacuous smile during the serious discussion.
Elle a souri de façon vide pendant la discussion sérieuse.
B1 adjective /ɪnˈkɝr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Encouraging

encourageant; motivant
Meaning
giving support or confidence; inspiring; motivating
Example
The teacher's encouraging words motivated the students.
Les mots encourageants du professeur ont motivé les élèves.
A1 noun /wiːk/

week

semaine
Meaning
a period of seven days
Example
I will finish the project by the end of the week.
Je finirai le projet d'ici la fin de la semaine.
A2 adverb /jet/

Yet

encore; jusqu'à maintenant;
Meaning
up to now or a specified time; still; however; nevertheless
Example
He hasn't finished his homework yet.
Il n'a pas encore fini ses devoirs.
B1 noun /sɔɪl/

soil

sol
Meaning
The upper layer of earth in which plants grow.
Example
The soil in this area is reddish.
Le sol dans cette zone est rougeâtre.
A1 noun /ˈtiːˈviː/

tv

télévision
Meaning
a device used to receive television broadcasts
Example
I watch my favorite shows on TV every evening.
Je regarde mes émissions préférées à la télévision chaque soir.
B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

remarque
Meaning
something that is said; a comment
Example
She made a remark about the weather.
Elle a fait une remarque sur le temps.
C2 noun /skriːd/

screed

écrit long et ennuyeux
Meaning
a long, tedious piece of writing or speech; also a layer of material like cement spread on a surface
Example
He delivered a long screed against corruption.
Il a livré un long discours contre la corruption.
A2 adjective /pjʊər/

Pure

pur; clair; sans tache; sans discrimination;
Meaning
clean; clear; untainted; without discrimination;
Example
The water from the mountain spring is pure.
L'eau de la source de la montagne est pure.
C1 noun /ˈkælkjʊləs/

calculus

calcul
Meaning
A branch of mathematics concerned with rates of change and accumulation; also a hard mineral deposit in the body such as on teeth.
Example
Calculus is essential for advanced studies in physics and engineering.
Le calcul est essentiel pour les études avancées en physique et en ingénierie.
C2 noun /ˈnʌnəri/

nunnery

couvent
Meaning
A convent or building where nuns live and work.
Example
She decided to join the nunnery to devote her life to spiritual practice.
Elle a décidé de rejoindre le couvent pour consacrer sa vie à la pratique spirituelle.
C1 noun /ʌnɪmˈpɔːrtəns/

unimportance

insignifiance
Meaning
the state or quality of being insignificant or not important
Example
He dismissed the issue with a sense of unimportance.
Il a rejeté la question avec un sentiment de non-importance.
C1 verb /əˈbaʊnd/

abound

abonder
Meaning
To exist in large numbers or amounts.
Example
Opportunities abound in the field of technology.
Les opportunités abondent dans le domaine de la technologie.
A2 adjective /smɑːrt/

Smart

intelligent; astucieux; bien habillé; élégant
Meaning
intelligent; quick-witted; well-dressed; stylish
Example
She made a smart decision to invest in technology stocks.
Elle a pris une décision intelligente d'investir dans des actions technologiques.
B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

tapis
Meaning
a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
Example
Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.
Veuillez essuyer vos pieds sur le tapis avant d'entrer.
B2 noun /dɪˈvoʊ.ʃən/

Devotion

dévotion; fidélité; enthousiasme
Meaning
love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause
Example
Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.
Sa dévotion à aider les autres a fait d'elle une figure bien-aimée dans la communauté.
B1 adjective /əˈʃeɪmd/

Ashamed

honteux
Meaning
feeling embarrassed or guilty because of one's actions
Example
He was ashamed of his poor performance.
Il était honteux de sa mauvaise performance.
C1 noun /ˈɪnˌmeɪt/

inmate

détenu
Meaning
a person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital
Example
The prison has over a thousand inmates.
La prison a plus de mille détenus.
C2 noun /ˌbʌkəˈnɪər/

buccaneer

pirate
Meaning
a pirate, especially one active in the Caribbean during the 17th and 18th centuries
Example
The buccaneer sailed across the Caribbean in search of treasure.
Le pirate a navigué à travers les Caraïbes à la recherche de trésors.
B2 noun /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl riˈæl.ɪ.ti/

virtual reality

réalité virtuelle
Meaning
Computer technology that creates an artificial three-dimensional environment where users can feel like they are in a real environment.
Example
Virtual reality (VR) is widely used in gaming and training simulations.
La réalité virtuelle (VR) est largement utilisée dans les jeux et les simulations de formation.
C2 noun /beɪz/

baize

un type de tissu en laine épais
Meaning
A type of coarse woolen cloth, often green, used for covering tables such as billiard tables.
Example
The old card table was covered with worn baize.
La vieille table de cartes était recouverte de baize usé.
B1 adjective /ˈprɛʃəs/

precious

précieux
Meaning
of great value; highly esteemed or cherished
Example
This ring is very precious to my grandmother.
Cette bague est très précieuse pour ma grand-mère.
C1 noun /blæk sɔːlt/

Black Salt

sel noir
Meaning
a type of rock salt with a distinctive sulfuric flavor, commonly used in Indian cuisine
Example
Add a pinch of black salt to enhance the flavor of the fruit salad.
Ajoutez une pincée de sel noir pour rehausser la saveur de la salade de fruits.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈhoʊli/

Unholy

impie; pervers; profane
Meaning
wicked; sinful; profane
Example
The unholy alliance between the two companies caused public outrage.
L'alliance impie entre les deux entreprises a provoqué un outrage public.
B1 noun /ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/

citizens

citoyens
Meaning
A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth.
Example
Citizens must follow pollution regulations.
Les citoyens doivent respecter les réglementations sur la pollution.
C2 adjective /raɪˈpɛə.ri.ən/

riparian

relatif ou situé sur les rives d'un fleuve ou d'un autre cours d'eau
Meaning
Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or other watercourse.
Example
Riparian vegetation helps prevent soil erosion along rivers.
La végétation riparienne aide à prévenir l'érosion des sols le long des rivières.
A2 noun /ˈpɪərɪəd/

period

période
Meaning
a length or portion of time
Example
The meeting will last for a period of two hours.
La réunion durera une période de deux heures.
C2 noun /æbˈsɪʒən/

abscission

chute des feuilles
Meaning
The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically leaves or fruit.
Example
The autumn season is marked by the abscission of leaves from trees.
La saison automnale est marquée par la chute des feuilles des arbres.
B2 noun /ˈkwɪə.ri/

Query

question; demande d'information;
Meaning
a question or inquiry; a request for information
Example
I have a query about the new policy changes in the company.
J'ai une question sur les nouveaux changements de politique dans l'entreprise.
B2 verb /ɪnˈsʌlt/

insult

insulter
Meaning
to speak or act in a way that hurts someone's feelings or shows disrespect
Example
He felt insulted by her rude comments.
Il s'est senti insulté par ses commentaires impolis.
B1 verb /ɪnˈfɔ:m/

inform

informer
Meaning
to tell someone about something; to give information
Example
Please inform me when you arrive at the airport.
s'il vous plaît, informez-moi lorsque vous arrivez à l'aéroport.