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C2 noun /ˈlɪŋ.ɡoʊ/

lingo

jargon spécialisé
Meaning
Specialized or informal language used by a particular group that is often difficult for outsiders to understand.
Example
The manual was written in technical lingo that confused the new employees.
Le manuel était écrit en jargon technique qui a embrouillé les nouveaux employés.
B2 adjective /əˈvɔɪdəbl/

avoidable

évitable
Meaning
able to be prevented or avoided
Example
Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning.
La plupart des dégâts étaient évitables avec une bonne planification.
B2 noun /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

effectiveness

efficacité
Meaning
the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.
Example
The effectiveness of the new policy is still being evaluated.
L'efficacité de la nouvelle politique est toujours en évaluation.
C1 noun স্ক্রোলিং অ্যাডিকশন

scrolling addiction

dépendance au défilement
Meaning
A compulsive need to continuously scroll through content on digital devices, particularly smartphones and social media platforms.
Example
Scrolling addiction is a growing concern among smartphone users.
La dépendance au défilement est une préoccupation croissante parmi les utilisateurs de smartphones.
C1 verb /flɔːnt/

flaunt

fanfaronner
Meaning
to show off something proudly, often to attract attention
Example
She likes to flaunt her new jewelry at parties.
Elle aime fanfaronner ses nouveaux bijoux lors des soirées.
A1 noun /tʃeɪndʒ/

change

changement
Meaning
The act or instance of making or becoming different.
Example
Change is inevitable for growth.
Le changement est inévitable pour la croissance.
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɜːrsəneɪt/

impersonate

imiter
Meaning
to pretend to be another person in order to entertain or deceive
Example
He was arrested for trying to impersonate a police officer.
Il a été arrêté pour avoir tenté d'usurper l'identité d'un policier.
C2 verb /ˈproʊtjuːbəreɪt/

protuberate

gonfler
Meaning
To swell out or bulge.
Example
The roots began to protuberate from the ground.
Les racines ont commencé à gonfler du sol.
B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

reforestation
Meaning
The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.
Example
Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.
Les efforts de reforestation sont cruciaux pour restaurer les écosystèmes.
A1 verb /ˈtrævəl/

travel

voyager
Meaning
to make a journey, typically to a distant or unfamiliar place
Example
I love to travel around the world and explore new cultures.
J'adore voyager autour du monde et explorer de nouvelles cultures.
C1 adjective /ˈbæʃ.fəl/

Bashful

timide; réservé; modeste; facilement gêné
Meaning
shy; timid; modest; easily embarrassed
Example
The bashful child hid behind her mother when meeting strangers.
L'enfant timide s'est caché derrière sa mère quand elle a rencontré des étrangers.
C1 adjective /ˈwoʊ.fəl/

woeful

lamentable
Meaning
full of woe; very sad or miserable; also used to mean very bad or deplorable
Example
He gave me a woeful look when he lost the match.
Il m'a lancé un regard lamentable quand il a perdu le match.
C2 verb /məˈlɪŋɡər/

malinger

feindre la maladie
Meaning
to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work
Example
He tried to malinger to avoid going to school.
Il a essayé de feindre une maladie pour éviter d'aller à l'école.
C1 adjective /ˈaɪərnˌklæd/

ironclad

inflexible
Meaning
impossible to change, break, or dispute; very strong and firm
Example
The company had an ironclad contract with its suppliers.
L'entreprise avait un contrat inflexible avec ses fournisseurs.
C2 adjective /ˈlɪmbər/

limber

souple et agile
Meaning
Flexible and agile in body or movement.
Example
Dancers need to stay limber to perform well.
Les danseurs doivent rester souples pour bien performer.
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.
C1 noun /ˈsɔːl.tɪd fɪʃ/

Salted fish

poisson salé
Meaning
fish preserved with salt; dried and salted fish for storage
Example
Salted fish is a traditional way to preserve seafood.
Le poisson salé est une méthode traditionnelle pour conserver les fruits de mer.
C2 noun, verb /ˈfɪlɪˌbʌstər/

filibuster

une tactique de retardement des actions législatives par des discours prolongés; utiliser une telle tactique
Meaning
a tactic of delaying legislative action by prolonged speech; to use such a tactic
Example
The senator filibustered for hours to prevent the bill from passing.
Le sénateur a filibusté pendant des heures pour empêcher l'adoption du projet de loi.
A2 adverb /werˈevər/

Wherever

partout
Meaning
In every place that; anywhere that; no matter where
Example
Wherever you go, I will follow.
Où que vous alliez, je vous suivrai.
A1 noun /her/

Hair

cheveux
Meaning
any of the fine thread-like strands growing from the skin of humans and animals
Example
She decided to cut her long hair short for a fresh new look this summer.
Elle a décidé de couper ses longs cheveux pour un look frais cet été.
C1 noun /siˈɛrə klʌb/

Sierra Club

Sierra Club
Meaning
An American environmental organization founded in 1892 by John Muir, focused on promoting conservation of the natural environment by influencing public policy decisions.
Example
John Muir founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to protect wild areas.
John Muir a fondé le Sierra Club en 1892 pour protéger les zones sauvages.
C2 adjective /ˈæməˌtɔːri/

amatory

amoureux
Meaning
Relating to or expressing sexual love.
Example
The poet’s verses were filled with amatory themes.
Les vers du poète étaient remplis de thèmes amoureux.
C2 noun /ˈvoʊtəri/

votary

dévot
Meaning
A devoted follower or admirer of someone or something.
Example
He is a votary of classical music and attends every concert.
Il est un dévot de la musique classique et assiste à chaque concert.
C1 verb /rɒmp/

romp

jouer joyeusement
Meaning
to play or move in a lively, carefree, and energetic way
Example
The children romped happily in the garden.
Les enfants jouaient joyeusement dans le jardin.
B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

bonheur
Meaning
A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.
Example
The family owned a large estate in the countryside.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 adjective /hɪˈspænɪk/

hispanic

hispanique / parlant espagnol
Meaning
relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially Latin America.
Example
She studies Hispanic culture and language.
Elle étudie la culture et la langue hispanique.
A2 adverb, conjunction /haʊˈɛvər/

however

cependant
Meaning
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously said
Example
The journey was long; however, it was enjoyable.
Le voyage était long; cependant, il était agréable.
B2 verb /ʌnˈveɪl/

unveil

dévoiler
Meaning
to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner
Example
The company will unveil a new product next week.
L'entreprise dévoilera un nouveau produit la semaine prochaine.
C2 adjective /ɪˈbʊliənt/

ebullient

exubérant
Meaning
cheerful and full of energy
Example
She was ebullient after receiving the good news.
Elle était exubérante après avoir reçu la bonne nouvelle.
C1 adjective /ˈrez.ə.luːt/

Resolute

résolu; déterminé; ferme
Meaning
determined; having a firm decision; unwavering
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.
Elle est restée résolue dans sa décision de poursuivre ses rêves.
C1 adjective /ˈbaʊn.tɪ.fəl/

bountiful

abondant / généreux
Meaning
Large in quantity; abundant; generous in giving.
Example
The farmer was grateful for the bountiful harvest.
Le fermier était reconnaissant pour la récolte abondante.
C2 noun /ləˈdʒɪʃən/

logician

logicien
Meaning
A person skilled in logic and reasoning.
Example
Aristotle is considered one of the greatest logicians in history.
Aristote est considéré comme l'un des plus grands logiciens de l'histoire.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈendɪŋ/

Unending

sans fin
Meaning
continuing forever; without end
Example
The unending rain made the day feel gloomy.
La pluie sans fin a rendu la journée morose.
C2 noun /kæd/

Cad

scélérat; grossier
Meaning
a man who behaves dishonorably, especially toward women
Example
Everyone at the party avoided him because he was known to be a cad.
Tout le monde à la fête l'a évité parce qu'il était connu pour être un scélérat.
A2 noun /mɛs/

mess

désordre
Meaning
A state of disorder or untidiness.
Example
The kids left the room in a complete mess.
Les enfants ont laissé la pièce dans un total désordre.
B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

bonheur
Meaning
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.
Example
Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C2 adjective /ˈtɛsəleɪtɪd/

tessellated

carrelé
Meaning
arranged in a pattern of repeated shapes fitting together without gaps
Example
The tessellated floor was made of colorful tiles arranged in perfect symmetry.
Le sol carrelé était composé de carreaux colorés disposés en parfaite symétrie.
C1 noun ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

systematic strategy

stratégie systématique
Meaning
A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.
Example
A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.
Une stratégie systématique a été employée pour atteindre les objectifs.
C1 noun /ˈʃʊɡ.ər ˈkæn.di/

Sugar candy

bonbon de sucre
Meaning
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
Example
The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival.
Les enfants ont adoré manger des bonbons sucrés colorés lors du festival.
B2 verb /ɪkˈstrækt/

extract

extraire
Meaning
to remove or take out something, often with effort
Example
The dentist had to extract the damaged tooth.
Le dentiste a dû extraire la dent endommagée.
C1 noun /ɒpˈtɒmətri/

optometry

optométrie
Meaning
The practice or profession of examining the eyes and prescribing corrective lenses.
Example
She studied optometry at the university to become an eye specialist.
Elle a étudié l'optométrie à l'université pour devenir spécialiste des yeux.
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.
C1 verb /flɪntʃ/

flinch

reculer
Meaning
to suddenly move back or away due to fear or pain
Example
He didn’t flinch when the doctor gave him the injection.
Il n'a pas bronché lorsque le docteur lui a donné l'injection.
B2 noun, verb /steɪk/

stake

part, risque
Meaning
A share or interest in a business or venture; to risk or support something of value.
Example
He has a major stake in the new company.
Il a une grande part dans la nouvelle entreprise.
C2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌbraʊ/

highbrow

intellectuellement supérieur
Meaning
intellectually superior or cultured; often describing art, literature, or activities appealing to intellectual tastes
Example
The museum is known for its highbrow exhibitions.
Le musée est connu pour ses expositions intellectuelles.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈɜːrθli/

unearthly

surnaturel
Meaning
Strange or unnatural in a way that seems not of this world
Example
The forest was filled with an unearthly glow.
La forêt était remplie d'une lueur surnaturelle.
C1 noun /ˈkætərækt/

cataract

cataracte / chute d'eau
Meaning
A medical condition causing clouding of the eye's lens; also a large waterfall.
Example
The old man suffered from cataracts in both eyes.
L'homme âgé souffrait de cataractes aux deux yeux.
B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

motif; raison; incitation
Meaning
a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act
Example
The police are investigating the motive for the crime.
La police enquête sur le motif du crime.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnˈnoʊ.tɪst/

Unnoticed

inaperçu; ignoré
Meaning
not seen or observed; ignored
Example
His hard work went unnoticed by his manager.
Son travail acharné est passé inaperçu par son manager.
B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

ouvrier
Meaning
a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill
Example
The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.
L’ouvrier a travaillé de longues heures sur le chantier.
B2 noun /ˈfluː.ən.si/

fluency

fluidité
Meaning
The ability to speak or write a language smoothly and effortlessly.
Example
She speaks English with remarkable fluency.
Elle parle l'anglais avec une grande fluidité.
A2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈtoʊ.təl/

total

total
Meaning
the whole amount; complete
Example
The total cost was too high.
Le coût total était trop élevé.
C2 noun /ɡəˈruːlɪti/

garrulity

bavardage excessif
Meaning
Excessive talkativeness, especially about trivial matters.
Example
His garrulity made it hard to focus during the meeting.
Son bavardage excessif rendait difficile la concentration pendant la réunion.
C1 adjective /ˈhiːdləs/

heedless

insouciant
Meaning
showing a reckless lack of care or attention
Example
He drove with heedless disregard for the rules.
Il a conduit avec un mépris total pour les règles.
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.
C1 noun /ˈpælɪt/

pallet

palette
Meaning
a flat wooden platform used for moving or storing goods; also a makeshift bed
Example
The boxes were stacked on a wooden pallet for easy transport.
Les boîtes ont été empilées sur une palette en bois pour un transport facile.
C1 noun /ˈtrɛtʃəri/

treachery

trahison
Meaning
Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or nature.
Example
His treachery was revealed when he sided with the enemy.
Sa trahison a été révélée lorsqu'il a pris parti pour l'ennemi.
B1 noun /ɡɪlt/

Guilt

culpabilité
Meaning
a feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation; responsibility for wrongdoing
Example
She felt overwhelming guilt after forgetting her mother's birthday.
Elle a ressenti une culpabilité accablante après avoir oublié l'anniversaire de sa mère.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈeɪmləs/

Aimless

sans but; sans objectif
Meaning
without purpose or direction; lacking a goal
Example
He wandered around the city in an aimless manner.
Il se promenait dans la ville de manière sans but.
C1 verb /rɪˈpʌls/

repulse

repousser / provoquer du dégoût
Meaning
to drive back an attack or attacker by force; to cause intense dislike or disgust
Example
The army managed to repulse the enemy attack.
L'armée a réussi à repousser l'attaque ennemie.
C2 noun /ˈɔːspɪs/

auspice

augure, patronage
Meaning
A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.
Example
The project was launched under the auspice of the government.
Le projet a été lancé sous l'auspice du gouvernement.
C2 verb /ˈɪntərˌdɪkt/

interdict

interdire
Meaning
to prohibit or forbid something by authoritative order, often by law or decree
Example
The court moved to interdict the sale of the illegal goods.
Le tribunal a décidé d'interdire la vente des biens illégaux.
C1 verb /ˈkɪndəl/

kindle

allumer
Meaning
to light a fire; to arouse or inspire
Example
She kindled the campfire with dry wood.
Elle a allumé le feu de camp avec du bois sec.
C2 noun /ˌpoʊpʊˈriː/

potpourri

mélange de fleurs séchées
Meaning
a mixture of dried flowers and spices kept in a bowl to perfume a room; a miscellaneous collection
Example
The living room was filled with the scent of potpourri.
Le salon était rempli du parfum du potpourri.
C1 noun /ˈɛksələnsɪ/

excellency

excellence
Meaning
a title of honor for people of high rank, especially ambassadors or governors
Example
His Excellency the Ambassador attended the ceremony.
Son Excellence l'Ambassadeur a assisté à la cérémonie.
B2 verb /breɪd/

braid

tresser
Meaning
to weave together strands of hair or material
Example
She braided her hair before going to school.
Elle a tressé ses cheveux avant d'aller à l'école.
C2 noun /seɪn/

seine

grand filet
Meaning
A large fishing net that hangs vertically in the water.
Example
The fishermen cast their seine into the river.
Les pêcheurs ont jeté leur grand filet dans la rivière.
B2 noun /broʊtʃ/

brooch

broche
Meaning
a decorative jewelry pin that is attached to clothing
Example
She wore a beautiful silver brooch on her jacket.
Elle portait une belle broche argentée sur sa veste.
A2 noun /ɡɒlf/

golf

bonheur
Meaning
A game in which players use clubs to hit a ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible.
Example
He spends his weekends playing golf with his friends.
Elle n'a pas pu cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
B2 noun /streɪn/

Strain

tension; pression; épuisement;
Meaning
pressure or tension; excessive demand on strength or resources
Example
Working long hours put a strain on his health.
Travailler de longues heures a mis une pression sur sa santé.
C2 adjective /ɪkˈskɜːsɪv/

excursive

excurssif
Meaning
Tending to digress or wander; moving away from the main subject.
Example
His excursive lecture left the students confused about the main topic.
Sa conférence excursive a laissé les étudiants confus sur le sujet principal.
B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

capacité
Meaning
The ability or capacity to do something.
Example
The telescope's capability is unparalleled.
La capacité du télescope est inégalée.
C1 verb /proʊˈtrækt/

protract

prolonger
Meaning
To prolong or extend in time or duration.
Example
Negotiations were protracted for several months.
Les négociations ont été prolongées pendant plusieurs mois.
C2 noun /məˈdæliən/

medallion

médaillon
Meaning
a large medal or decorative piece, often worn as jewelry or used in architecture
Example
She wore a gold medallion around her neck.
Elle portait un médaillon en or autour de son cou.
B1 verb /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

regard

considérer
Meaning
to consider or think of in a particular way; to look at
Example
She regards him as her best friend.
Elle le considère comme son meilleur ami.
C2 noun /ˈkæθoʊd/

cathode

électrode négative
Meaning
The negative electrode in a device such as a battery or tube, where electrons enter.
Example
The cathode emits electrons in the tube.
Le cathode émet des électrons dans le tube.
B2 noun /ˈfreɪ.ɡrəns/

Fragrance

fragrance; parfum
Meaning
a pleasant, sweet smell; a perfume or cologne
Example
The fragrance of jasmine flowers filled the entire garden in the evening.
La fragrance des fleurs de jasmin a rempli tout le jardin en soirée.
C1 adjective /tɔːt/

taut

tendu
Meaning
stretched or pulled tight; tense
Example
The rope was pulled taut between the two poles.
La corde était tendue entre les deux poteaux.
A2 adjective /ˌwelˈnoʊn/

well-known

célèbre
Meaning
known by many people; famous or recognized
Example
He is a well-known actor in his country.
Il est un acteur célèbre dans son pays.
B1 verb /ˌɪntərˈækt/

interact

interagir
Meaning
to communicate or work together with someone or something
Example
Students interact with teachers during class discussions.
Les étudiants interagissent avec les enseignants pendant les discussions en classe.
C1 adjective /riˈæk.tɪv/

Reactive

réactif; chimiquement actif
Meaning
responding to situations rather than initiating them; chemically active
Example
The company took a reactive approach to customer complaints.
L'entreprise a adopté une approche réactive face aux plaintes des clients.
C1 noun /ˈprɒfəsi/

prophecy

prophétie
Meaning
a prediction or message about the future, often believed to be divinely inspired
Example
The prophecy foretold the rise of a great leader.
La prophétie annonçait l'ascension d'un grand leader.
C1 noun /kæpˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

Captivity

captivité
Meaning
the condition of being imprisoned or confined
Example
After years of captivity, the prisoner was finally released.
Après des années de captivité, le prisonnier a enfin été libéré.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnˈekspɜːrt/

inexpert

inexpérimenté
Meaning
not skilled or experienced; lacking expertise
Example
The inexpert handling of the machine caused several mistakes.
La manipulation inexpérimentée de la machine a causé plusieurs erreurs.
A1 noun, verb /baɪk/

bike

vélo
Meaning
a bicycle or motorcycle; to ride a bicycle
Example
He biked to school every day.
Il allait à l'école à vélo tous les jours.
C1 adjective /ˈbleɪtənt/

blatant

flagrant
Meaning
done openly and unashamedly; obvious and offensive
Example
The company's blatant disregard for safety regulations angered the public.
Le mépris flagrant de l'entreprise pour les règles de sécurité a mis en colère le public.
B1 verb /ɪkˈspɪəriənsɪŋ/

experiencing

expérimenter
Meaning
Encountering or undergoing an event or occurrence.
Example
The travelers are experiencing the thrill of adventure.
Les voyageurs vivent l'excitation de l'aventure.
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.
C1 verb /dʒæb/

jab

piquer
Meaning
To poke or thrust quickly, often with a finger or something pointed.
Example
He jabbed his finger at the map to show the location.
Il a pointé son doigt sur la carte pour indiquer l'emplacement.
A2 phrasal verb /pɪk ʌp/

pick up

ramasser; prendre; apprendre
Meaning
to lift something; to collect or receive someone or something; to learn or acquire gradually; to improve or increase
Example
She picked up the book from the floor.
Elle a ramassé le livre par terre.
B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

dominer
Meaning
to have power or control over something or someone
Example
The company dominates the smartphone market.
L'entreprise domine le marché des smartphones.
A2 noun /ˈloʊ.kəl/

Local

local; régional
Meaning
belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood; a person living in a particular area
Example
The local people are very friendly.
Les gens locaux sont très amicaux.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnˌɑːpərˈtuːn/

inopportune

moment inopportun
Meaning
Happening at a bad or inconvenient time.
Example
His call came at the most inopportune moment.
Son appel est arrivé au moment le plus inopportun.
C1 verb/noun /skɒtʃ/

scotch

mettre fin à / whisky écossais
Meaning
to put an end to something; also a type of whisky
Example
The report scotched the rumors of a merger.
Le rapport a mis fin aux rumeurs de fusion.
C1 noun /əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

affinity

affinité
Meaning
A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.
Example
She has an affinity for classical music.
Elle a une affinité pour la musique classique.
B1 adjective ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk

economic

économique
Meaning
Relating to economics or the economy.
Example
The issue had significant economic implications.
Le problème avait des implications économiques majeures.
C2 verb /ˈdʌmfaʊnd/

dumbfound

sidérer
Meaning
to greatly astonish or shock someone so they are temporarily speechless
Example
The magician's trick dumbfounded the audience.
Le tour de magie a sidéré le public.
B2 noun /ˈɪn.vɔɪs/

Invoice

facture
Meaning
a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these
Example
The company sent an invoice for the office supplies delivered last week.
L'entreprise a envoyé une facture pour les fournitures de bureau livrées la semaine dernière.
A1 noun /ˈwɛnzdeɪ/

wednesday

mercredi
Meaning
the fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday
Example
The meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.
La réunion est prévue pour mercredi après-midi.
B1 adjective /drəˈmæt.ɪk/

Dramatic

dramatique; soudain et frappant; excitant et impressionnant
Meaning
relating to drama; sudden and striking; exciting and impressive
Example
The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.
Le coucher du soleil dramatique a peint le ciel de couleurs brillantes.
C2 adjective /ˈhɜːrsuːt/

hirsute

hirsute
Meaning
Having a lot of hair, especially in an unusual place.
Example
The hirsute man stood out in the crowd with his long beard.
L'homme hirsute se démarquait de la foule avec sa longue barbe.
C2 noun /ˈtrɛsəl/

trestle

étrier
Meaning
a frame or support consisting of a horizontal beam held up by two pairs of sloping legs, used especially for supporting a bridge or table
Example
The workers built a wooden trestle to support the temporary bridge.
Les travailleurs ont construit un tréteau en bois pour soutenir le pont temporaire.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

de manière importante
Meaning
in a way that is of great significance or value
Example
Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.
De manière importante, le rapport souligne la nécessité d'une action immédiate.
A2 adjective /əˈveɪləbl/

available

disponible
Meaning
Able to be used, obtained, or accessed.
Example
The product is now available in all stores.
Le produit est maintenant disponible dans tous les magasins.
C1 adjective /ˈθɪŋ.kə.bəl/

thinkable

pensable
Meaning
Capable of being imagined or conceived; possible to consider or believe
Example
It is hard to believe that such an outcome is even thinkable.
Il est difficile de croire qu'un tel résultat soit même pensable.
C1 noun /twɪndʒ/

twinge

douleur aiguë
Meaning
a sudden, sharp pain or an emotional pang
Example
He felt a twinge of guilt after lying to his friend.
Il a ressenti une douleur aiguë de culpabilité après avoir menti à son ami.
B2 noun /rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Restriction

restriction; limitation; contrôle
Meaning
a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something
Example
There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.
Il existe de strictes restrictions sur le tabagisme dans les lieux publics.
C2 adjective /ˌaɪdəˈlɑːtrɪəs/

idolatrious

idolâtre
Meaning
Excessively devoted or reverent towards idols or false gods.
Example
The ancient tribe was known for its idolatrious practices.
La tribu ancienne était connue pour ses pratiques idolâtres.
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 noun /buˈkeɪ/

Bouquet

bouquet de fleurs
Meaning
an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony
Example
The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses down the aisle.
La mariée a porté un magnifique bouquet de roses blanches dans l'allée.
B1 verb /daɪn/

dine

dîner
Meaning
to eat a meal, especially the main meal of the day
Example
We usually dine at seven o'clock in the evening.
Nous dînons généralement à sept heures du soir.
C2 adjective /sɛnˈsɔːriəs/

censorious

excessivement critique
Meaning
severely critical of others
Example
She was always censorious about her colleagues' mistakes.
Elle était toujours très critique vis-à-vis des erreurs de ses collègues.
A2 noun ˈprəʊɡres

progress

progrès
Meaning
Forward or onward movement towards a destination or a more advanced state.
Example
Progress in recycling technologies can tackle pollution.
Les progrès dans les technologies de recyclage peuvent lutter contre la pollution.
B1 verb, noun, adjective /ˈmeltɪŋ/

melting

fusion
Meaning
the process of changing from solid to liquid due to heat; becoming softer or less rigid; emotionally moving or tender
Example
The ice is melting quickly under the hot sun.
La glace fond rapidement sous le soleil brûlant.
C2 verb /prəˈpɪʃieɪt/

propitiate

apaiser
Meaning
to win or regain the favor of someone by doing something that pleases them
Example
He offered gifts to propitiate the angry gods.
Il a offert des cadeaux pour apaiser les dieux en colère.
B2 noun ˈhɛr.ɪ.tɪdʒ

heritage

patrimoine
Meaning
Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.
Example
Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage.
Le Bangladesh a un riche patrimoine culturel.
B2 adjective /ˈɡɪf.tɪd/

Gifted

doué; talentueux
Meaning
having exceptional talent or ability; talented;
Example
She is a gifted musician who plays multiple instruments.
Elle est une musicienne talentueuse qui joue de plusieurs instruments.
C1 adjective sɪˈmæn.tɪk

semantic

relatif au sens dans le langage
Meaning
Related to meaning in language; concerning the interpretation of words and sentences.
Example
AI models use semantic analysis to understand context.
Les modèles d'IA utilisent l'analyse sémantique pour comprendre le contexte.
B1 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ɡrəʊθ/

Economic Growth

croissance économique
Meaning
The increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over time, measured by the expansion of economic output, income, and investment.
Example
The country's economic growth has been remarkable over the past decade.
La croissance économique du pays a été remarquable au cours de la dernière décennie.
B2 noun /spaɪs/

spice

épice
Meaning
a substance used to add flavor to food
Example
She added a pinch of spice to the curry for extra flavor.
Elle a ajouté une pincée d'épices au curry pour plus de saveur.