A1 noun
Love
amour
C2 adjective /əˈkɪliən/
achillean
achillien
Meaning
like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable
Example
His achillean pride made him blind to danger.
Sa fierté achillienne le rendait aveugle au danger.
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/
Idol
idole; personne admirée
Meaning
an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired
Example
The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.
La chanteuse est devenue une idole adolescente après que sa chanson à succès ait atteint le sommet des classements mondiaux.
C2 adjective /ˈfʌŋɡəs/
fungous
semblable à un champignon
Meaning
relating to or resembling a fungus
Example
The damp basement had a fungous smell.
Le sous-sol humide avait une odeur semblable à un champignon.
C2 adjective /dɪˈlɛktəbl̩/
delectable
délicieux
Meaning
delicious or highly enjoyable
Example
The restaurant served a delectable meal.
Le restaurant a servi un repas délicieux.
A1 noun /fəʊn/
phone
téléphone
Meaning
a device for communication, typically used to make calls or send messages
Example
I need to charge my phone.
J'ai besoin de charger mon téléphone.
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrkˌfɔːrs/
workforce
main-d'œuvre
Meaning
the people engaged in or available for work
Example
The company is looking to expand its workforce by 20%.
L'entreprise cherche à augmenter sa main-d'œuvre de 20%.
B1 noun /ˈpɔːrʃən/
portion
portion
Meaning
A part or share of something.
Example
She ate only a small portion of the meal.
Elle n'a mangé qu'une petite portion du repas.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈseɪf/
Unsafe
dangereux; risqué;
Meaning
involving or causing danger or risk; not protected from harm
Example
It is unsafe to walk alone in this neighborhood at night.
Il est dangereux de marcher seul dans ce quartier la nuit.
C1 verb /klɪntʃ/
clinch
assurer
Meaning
To secure or settle something decisively; to grasp tightly.
Example
The team clinched the championship with a last-minute goal.
L'équipe a remporté le championnat avec un but de dernière minute.
C2 adjective /ɪˈmɛrɪtəs/
emeritus
professeur émérite
Meaning
having retired but allowed to retain their title as an honor
Example
He is a professor emeritus at the university.
Il est professeur émérite à l'université.
B2 noun /θaɪ/
thigh
cuisse
Meaning
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee
Example
He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.
Il a ressenti de la douleur dans sa cuisse droite après avoir couru pendant une heure.
C1 noun /ˈtɒpˌsɔɪl/
topsoil
terre arable
Meaning
the top layer of soil, which is rich in organic matter and nutrients
Example
Farmers rely on healthy topsoil for good crop yields.
Les agriculteurs dépendent d'une terre arable saine pour obtenir de bons rendements.
B2 adjective /sɔːr/
sore
douloureux
Meaning
painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body
Example
After the long run, my legs were sore.
Après la longue course, mes jambes étaient douloureuses.
C2 verb /əˈvaʊ/
avow
avouer ouvertement
Meaning
to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly
Example
He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation.
Il avoua sa loyauté à la cause sans hésitation.
C2 noun /ˈɪrˌʃɑːt/
earshot
plage d'audition
Meaning
the range or distance within which a sound can be heard
Example
The children whispered secrets out of earshot of their parents.
Les enfants ont chuchoté des secrets hors de portée de leurs parents.
C1 noun /rəʊˈbɒt.ɪk ˈsɜː.dʒər.i/
robotic surgery
chirurgie robotique
Meaning
Surgery performed with the assistance of robotic systems to enhance precision and reduce invasiveness.
Example
Robotic surgery enhances precision in complex procedures.
La chirurgie robotique améliore la précision dans les procédures complexes.
C2 noun /əˈɡrɒnəmi/
agronomy
Agronomie
Meaning
The science and practice of soil management and crop production, focusing on the principles of plant and soil science to optimize agricultural productivity.
Example
Agronomy focuses on soil management and crop production.
L'agronomie se concentre sur la gestion des sols et la production de cultures.
C1 noun əˌsɪm.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən
Assimilation
assimilation
Meaning
Connecting new information with existing knowledge
Example
Proper assimilation of knowledge leads to effective learning.
Une bonne assimilation des connaissances conduit à un apprentissage efficace.
A2 adjective /ˈiː.stərn/
Eastern
oriental
Meaning
relating to or situated in the east; from or characteristic of the eastern part of the world
Example
She studied Eastern philosophy at the university.
Elle a étudié la philosophie orientale à l'université.
A2 adjective /ˈsɪŋɡəl/
single
unique
Meaning
only one; not one of several
Example
She bought a single ticket for the concert.
Elle a acheté un seul billet pour le concert.
B2 noun /rɪˈbel.jən/
Rebellion
rébellion
Meaning
an act of armed resistance to an established government or leader
Example
The rebellion against the king lasted for three years.
La rébellion contre le roi a duré trois ans.
A1 verb /neɪm/
name
nommer
Meaning
to give a title or designation to someone or something
Example
They decided to name their baby Sarah.
Ils ont décidé de nommer leur bébé Sarah.
B1 adjective /strɪkt/
Strict
strict; exige le respect exact des règles
Meaning
demanding exact conformity to rules; severe; rigorous
Example
The teacher is very strict about homework deadlines.
Le professeur est très strict concernant les délais des devoirs.
C2 adverb /ˌɪnəzˈmʌtʃ/
inasmuch
dans la mesure où
Meaning
To the extent that; considering that.
Example
Inasmuch as you are their teacher, you should guide them carefully.
Dans la mesure où vous êtes leur enseignant, vous devez les guider soigneusement.
C1 verb /dɪˈtrækt/
detract
diminuer
Meaning
To reduce or take away the worth or value of something.
Example
His rude behavior will detract from his good reputation.
Son comportement impoli diminuera la valeur de sa bonne réputation.
C1 noun /ˈziːnɪθ/
zenith
zénith
Meaning
The time at which something is most powerful or successful; the highest point.
Example
Her career reached its zenith in the late 1990s.
Sa carrière a atteint son zénith à la fin des années 1990.
B2 noun /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/
inhabitant
habitant
Meaning
a person or animal that lives in a particular place
Example
The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.
Les habitants du village dépendent de l'agriculture pour leur subsistance.
B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/
viewer
spectateur
Meaning
a person who watches something, especially television or video content
Example
The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.
Le spectateur peut changer de chaîne avec la télécommande.
B1 adverb /ˈɡlæd.li/
Gladly
volontiers et avec plaisir
Meaning
willingly and with pleasure
Example
I would gladly help you with your homework.
Je t'aiderais volontiers avec tes devoirs.
B2 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/
compose
composer
Meaning
to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself
Example
She composes beautiful songs.
Elle compose de belles chansons.
A1 verb /rʌn/
run
courir
Meaning
to move quickly on foot; to operate or function
Example
I run every morning for exercise.
Je cours tous les matins pour faire de l'exercice.
C2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛktʃərəl/
conjectural
conjectural
Meaning
based on guesswork or incomplete evidence rather than certain knowledge
Example
His explanation was purely conjectural and lacked proof.
Son explication était purement conjecturale et manquait de preuves.
C1 verb, noun /dɪsˈkrɛdɪt/
discredit
discréditer
Meaning
To harm the reputation of someone or something; loss of respect or credibility.
Example
The scandal discredited the politician in the eyes of the public.
Le scandale a discrédité le politicien aux yeux du public.
C2 noun /əˈkwɪtəns/
acquittance
quittance
Meaning
a written receipt acknowledging payment or discharge of a debt
Example
He demanded an acquittance after paying the loan.
Il a exigé une quittance après avoir payé le prêt.
C2 noun /ˈlɔɪtərər/
loiterer
personne qui traîne sans but dans un endroit
Meaning
A person who lingers aimlessly in a place without purpose.
Example
The police questioned the loiterer outside the store.
La police a interrogé le loiterer dehors du magasin.
C1 noun /ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/
extradition
extradition
Meaning
the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state
Example
The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues.
L'extradition du suspect a été retardée en raison de problèmes juridiques.
A1 adjective /ˈʌðər/
other
autre
Meaning
used to refer to something different from the one already mentioned or known
Example
I don't want this one, I will take the other one.
Je ne veux pas de celui-ci, je prendrai l'autre.
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.
B1 noun /ˈswɛtʃɜːrt/
sweatshirt
sweat-shirt
Meaning
A casual, long-sleeved pullover garment, typically made of cotton or fleece, worn for warmth or comfort.
Example
He wore a grey sweatshirt while jogging in the park.
Il portait un sweat gris en faisant son jogging dans le parc.
B1 adjective /rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/
remaining
restant
Meaning
still existing or left after others are gone or dealt with
Example
There were only a few remaining tickets for the concert.
Il ne restait que quelques billets pour le concert.
C2 noun /ˈvaɪnəri/
vinery
vignoble
Meaning
A place where vines are cultivated, especially a vineyard or greenhouse for vines.
Example
The old vinery was filled with grapevines.
Le vieux vignoble était rempli de vignes.
B1 noun /ˈælkəhɒl/
alcohol
alcool
Meaning
A colorless volatile liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks.
Example
Too much alcohol can damage your liver.
Trop d'alcool peut endommager votre foie.
B2 noun /ˌrɛfəˈriː/
referee
arbitre
Meaning
a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed
Example
The referee stopped the game after a foul.
L'arbitre a arrêté le jeu après une faute.
B2 noun /fiːst/
Feast
festin; banquet
Meaning
a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration
Example
The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures.
Le festin de mariage comprenait des plats traditionnels des deux cultures familiales.
C2 adjective /ˌæn.θrə.pəˈdʒen.ɪk/
anthropogenic
anthropogénique
Meaning
Originating in human activity; caused by humans.
Example
Climate change is largely due to anthropogenic activities.
Le changement climatique est en grande partie dû à des activités anthropogéniques.
B2 noun /bɪˈtreɪəl/
Betrayal
trahison; déloyauté
Meaning
the action of betraying one's country, group, or person; disloyalty
Example
His betrayal of their friendship hurt her deeply.
Sa trahison de leur amitié l'a profondément blessée.
B2 noun /ˈbeə.rər/
Bearer
porteur; détenteur de document
Meaning
a person who carries or brings something; holder of a document
Example
The bearer of this message must deliver it quickly.
Le porteur de ce message doit le livrer rapidement.
B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/
physics
physique
Meaning
the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them
Example
She decided to major in physics at the university.
Elle a décidé de se spécialiser en physique à l'université.
C2 verb /hjuː/
hew
couper
Meaning
To chop or cut something, especially wood or stone, with a tool.
Example
The workers hewed logs to build the cabin.
Les travailleurs ont coupé des bûches pour construire la cabane.
A2 verb /bɪld/
build
construire
Meaning
to make something by putting materials together; to construct
Example
They will build a new school in our neighborhood.
Ils construiront une nouvelle école dans notre quartier.
A2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənt/
president
président
Meaning
the elected head of a republican state
Example
The president addressed the nation last night.
Le président a adressé la nation hier soir.
C2 noun /əˈɡrɒnəmɪst/
agronomist
agronome
Meaning
A scientist who studies soil management and crop production.
Example
The agronomist suggested new methods to improve rice yields.
L'agronome a suggéré de nouvelles méthodes pour améliorer les rendements du riz.
C1 adjective /kənˈvɜːrdʒənt/
convergent
convergent
Meaning
tending to move toward a common point or result
Example
The two rivers have a convergent path before entering the lake.
Les deux rivières ont un chemin convergent avant d'entrer dans le lac.
C2 verb /fɪˈlɪsɪˌteɪt/
felicitate
féliciter
Meaning
to congratulate; to express good wishes
Example
We felicitated the graduating students at the ceremony.
Nous avons félicité les étudiants diplômés lors de la cérémonie.
B1 adjective /kəˈmɪtɪd/
committed
engagé
Meaning
Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.
Example
She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students.
Elle est une enseignante engagée qui prend profondément soin de ses élèves.
A2 noun ˈfɔːrɪsts
Forests
forêts
Meaning
Large areas covered with trees and undergrowth, providing natural habitats for wildlife.
Example
Forests provide shelter and food for butterflies.
Les forêts fournissent un abri et de la nourriture pour les papillons.
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃənz/
creations
créations
Meaning
Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.
Example
His creations astonished the world.
Ses créations ont stupéfié le monde.
A2 adjective /hjuːdʒ/
huge
énorme
Meaning
extremely large in size or amount
Example
The stadium was filled with a huge crowd.
Le stade était rempli d'une énorme foule.
A2 adjective /ˈdʒɛnərəl/
general
général
Meaning
Relating to all or most people, things, or situations; not specific.
Example
He made a general comment about the project.
Il a fait un commentaire général sur le projet.
B1 verb /səˈraʊnd/
surround
entourer
Meaning
To be all around someone or something.
Example
Mountains surround the small village.
Les montagnes entourent le petit village.
B2 verb /ɪkˈsploʊd/
explode
exploser
Meaning
to burst or shatter violently and noisily as a result of rapid combustion or pressure
Example
The bomb exploded in the middle of the street.
La bombe a explosé au milieu de la rue.
C1 noun /ˈfɔːreɪ/
foray
incursion / première tentative
Meaning
A sudden short attack or attempt, especially into new activity or territory.
Example
The company made its first foray into the international market.
L'entreprise a fait sa première incursion sur le marché international.
B1 adverb /əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/
originally
à l'origine
Meaning
in the beginning, at first
Example
Originally, she wanted to be a doctor.
À l'origine, elle voulait être médecin.
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/
Pirate
pirate
Meaning
a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally
Example
The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.
Le navire pirate a été repéré près de la côte.
C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/
multiplicity
multiplicité
Meaning
A large number or variety of something.
Example
The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.
Le projet a dû faire face à une multiplicité de défis.
C2 adjective /ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃəs/
expeditious
rapide
Meaning
Done with speed and efficiency.
Example
The expeditious delivery of the package was appreciated.
La livraison rapide du colis a été appréciée.
C1 adjective /fəˈnætɪkəl/
fanatical
fanatique
Meaning
showing extreme enthusiasm or obsession
Example
She has a fanatical interest in collecting vintage stamps.
Elle a un intérêt fanatique pour la collection de timbres anciens.
C2 noun /ˈpoʊ.ə.si/
poesy
poésie
Meaning
poetry; the art or composition of poems
Example
The anthology was filled with romantic poesy.
L'anthologie était remplie de poésie romantique.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf əbˈzɔːrbd/
self-absorbed
égocentrique
Meaning
Excessively preoccupied with oneself and one’s own thoughts, feelings, or interests.
Example
He was too self-absorbed to notice his friend's distress.
Il était trop égocentrique pour remarquer la détresse de son ami.
C2 verb /ˌmæn.juˈmɪt/
manumit
libérer de l'esclavage
Meaning
to release from slavery or servitude; to set free
Example
The landowner decided to manumit his slaves.
Le propriétaire a décidé de libérer ses esclaves.
C2 noun /ˈmɪstəs/
Mengra / Mystus
silure bagride
Meaning
a genus of catfish found in Asia, commonly known as bagrid catfish
Example
The mystus fish is commonly found in rivers and streams of South Asia.
Le poisson Mystus se trouve couramment dans les rivières et les ruisseaux d'Asie du Sud.
B2 noun /ˈræp.ər/
Wrapper
enveloppe
Meaning
a loose garment worn around the body; covering material
Example
She put on a warm wrapper before going outside.
Elle a mis un manteau chaud avant de sortir.
C2 verb /ˌɪnkəˈpæsɪteɪt/
incapacitate
incapaciter
Meaning
to deprive someone or something of the ability or strength to function
Example
The severe injury incapacitated the player for the rest of the season.
La blessure grave a rendu le joueur incapable pour le reste de la saison.
C1 adjective /ˈfɒnɪk/
phonic
phonétique
Meaning
relating to speech sounds or their production; connected to phonics
Example
Children learn phonic rules to read new words accurately.
Les enfants apprennent les règles phonétiques pour lire de nouveaux mots avec précision.
A2 verb /rɪˈsiːv/
receive
recevoir
Meaning
to get or accept something given; to welcome
Example
She receives a gift from her friend.
Elle reçoit un cadeau de son amie.
B2 verb /klæʃ/
clash
collision
Meaning
to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.
Example
The two cars clashed in the intersection.
Les deux voitures se sont percutées à l'intersection.
A1 noun /ˈwɛð.ɚ/
weather
météo
Meaning
The state of the atmosphere at a place and time as regards heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.
Example
The weather forecast predicts heavy rain tomorrow.
Les prévisions météorologiques annoncent de fortes pluies demain.
C1 noun /ˈtʃæplɪn/
chaplain
aumônier
Meaning
A member of the clergy attached to a private chapel, institution, hospital, or military unit.
Example
The army chaplain offered prayers before the battle.
L'aumônier de l'armée a offert des prières avant la bataille.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpoʊst/
compost
compost
Meaning
decayed organic matter used as fertilizer
Example
The gardener added compost to enrich the soil.
Le jardinier a ajouté du compost pour enrichir le sol.
B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/
Recipient
récepteur
Meaning
a person who receives something
Example
She was the recipient of the prestigious award.
Elle était la récipiendaire du prix prestigieux.
B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/
showcase
vitrine, présenter quelque chose de manière attrayante ou favorable
Meaning
A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.
Example
The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.
L'exposition a présenté les meilleures œuvres de l'artiste.
A2 noun /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪz/
challenges
défis
Meaning
Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.
Example
Overcoming challenges is the key to personal growth.
Surmonter les défis est la clé de la croissance personnelle.
B2 noun /ˈliːf.lət/
Leaflet
prospectus; dépliant
Meaning
a printed sheet of paper containing information or advertising and usually distributed free
Example
She handed out leaflets about the environmental campaign.
Elle distribua des prospectus sur la campagne environnementale.
B2 noun ˈekwɪti
equity
équité
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
Posséder des actions dans une entreprise peut générer des rendements importants.
B2 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl/
Universal
universel
Meaning
applicable to all cases; existing everywhere
Example
Music is a universal language that everyone understands.
La musique est un langage universel que tout le monde comprend.
C2 noun ˌæɡ.roʊˈfɔːr.ɪ.stri
agroforestry
agroforesterie
Meaning
A land use management system in which trees or shrubs are grown around or among crops or pastureland.
Example
Agroforestry improves soil quality and crop yield.
L'agroforesterie améliore la qualité du sol et le rendement des cultures.
C1 noun /mɒnˈtɑːʒ/
montage
montage
Meaning
A sequence of film editing or a composite image made by combining several separate pictures.
Example
The film opened with a montage of city life.
Le film a commencé par un montage de la vie urbaine.
C1 noun /dʒɛˈsteɪʃən/
gestation
gestation
Meaning
the process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of an idea or plan
Example
The gestation period of an elephant is nearly two years.
La période de gestation d'un éléphant dure près de deux ans.
C2 adjective /rɪˈflɛktɪbəl/
reflectible
réfléchissable
Meaning
capable of being reflected, as light or an image
Example
The surface of the lake is highly reflectible in the morning sun.
La surface du lac est hautement réfléchissable sous le soleil du matin.
A2 adjective /ˈemp.ti/
Empty
vide; sans contenu
Meaning
containing nothing; vacant; without contents
Example
The glass is empty and needs to be refilled.
Le verre est vide et doit être rempli à nouveau.
B2 noun, verb /stiːm/
steam
vapeur
Meaning
the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam
Example
The kettle was steaming on the stove.
La bouilloire fumait sur la cuisinière.
B1 adverb /ˈkloʊsli/
closely
bonheur
Meaning
in a way that is very near in space, time, or relationship; carefully and attentively
Example
The detective examined the evidence closely.
Elle ne pouvait pas cacher son bonheur lorsqu'elle a reçu le prix.
C1 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌrɛndɪŋ/
heartrending
déchirant
Meaning
Causing great sadness or distress; very moving emotionally.
Example
The documentary showed heartrending scenes of war victims.
Le documentaire montrait des scènes déchirantes des victimes de la guerre.
B2 noun /ˈter.ər/
Terror
terreur; l'utilisation de la violence et de l'intimidation à des fins politiques
Meaning
extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims
Example
The loud explosion filled everyone with terror.
La forte explosion a rempli tout le monde de terreur.
C1 verb /ˈnjuːtrəlaɪz/
neutralize
neutraliser
Meaning
to make something ineffective or harmless
Example
The medicine helped neutralize the poison in his system.
Le médicament a aidé à neutraliser le poison dans son système.
B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
verification
vérification
Meaning
The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.
Example
The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.
La banque exige une vérification de l'identité avant d'ouvrir un compte.
B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/
Spice box
boîte à épices
Meaning
a container used to store various spices and seasonings
Example
She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.
Elle a ouvert la boîte à épices pour trouver du cumin pour son curry.
C2 verb /trəˈdjuːs/
traduce
diffamer
Meaning
To speak badly of someone or tell lies to damage their reputation.
Example
He was furious when he found out that his rivals had traduced him.
Il était furieux quand il a découvert que ses rivaux l'avaient diffamé.
C1 noun /mɪˈtrɒp.ə.lɪs/
Metropolis
métropole
Meaning
A very large city, especially the main city of a country or region
Example
New York is a bustling metropolis with millions of residents.
New York est une métropole animée avec des millions d'habitants.
A2 noun /ˈæk.ʃənz/
actions
actions
Meaning
The fact or process of doing something, typically to achieve an aim.
Example
Immediate actions are needed for pollution control.
Des actions immédiates sont nécessaires pour le contrôle de la pollution.
B2 noun /ˈfeð.ər/
Feather
plume d'oiseau
Meaning
one of the light structures that cover a bird's body
Example
The peacock has beautiful colorful feathers.
Le paon a de belles plumes colorées.
C2 adverb /əˈmʌk/
amuck
de manière débridée
Meaning
in a frenzied, uncontrolled, or chaotic manner
Example
The bull ran amuck through the village.
Le taureau a couru de manière débridée à travers le village.
A1 pronoun /huː/
who
qui
Meaning
used to ask about a person or people
Example
Who is coming to the party tonight?
Qui vient à la fête ce soir ?
C1 noun /ˈfɛlən/
felon
criminel
Meaning
a person who has committed a serious crime
Example
The felon was sentenced to ten years in prison.
Le criminel a été condamné à dix ans de prison.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/
vegetative
relatif à la croissance ou aux processus fondamentaux de la vie
Meaning
relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity
Example
The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident.
Le patient est resté dans un état végétatif après l'accident.
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.
C2 noun /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊˌɪzəm/
jingoism
nationalisme extrême
Meaning
extreme patriotism expressed in aggressive foreign policy
Example
The politician's speech was filled with jingoism.
Le discours du politicien était rempli de jingoïsme.
C2 noun /ˈprɑːflɪɡəsi/
profligacy
dépense excessive
Meaning
reckless wastefulness or extravagance
Example
His profligacy with money led him to bankruptcy.
Sa dépense excessive l'a conduit à la faillite.
B2 adjective /məˈtjʊr/
mature
mature
Meaning
fully developed or grown, especially emotionally or intellectually
Example
She has become a mature and confident leader.
Elle est devenue une leader mature et confiante.
C2 noun /ˈreɪdɪks/
radix
base
Meaning
the base or root of something; the number on which a system of numeration is built
Example
In mathematics, the decimal system has a radix of ten.
En mathématiques, le système décimal a une base de dix.
B1 noun kəˈpæs.ə.ti
capacity
capacité
Meaning
The maximum amount that something can contain or produce; the ability or power to do or understand something.
Example
The cable has the capacity to handle vast data traffic.
Le câble a la capacité de gérer un grand trafic de données.
B2 verb /ˈresəl/
wrestle
lutter
Meaning
to fight by grappling and trying to throw down an opponent; to struggle with a problem
Example
The children like to wrestle on the playground.
Les enfants aiment lutter dans la cour de récréation.
A1 noun /fʊt/
Foot
pied
Meaning
the lower extremity of the leg that is in direct contact with the ground in standing or walking
Example
She hurt her foot while running.
Elle s'est fait mal au pied en courant.
C1 verb /bɪˈstoʊ/
bestow
accorder
Meaning
To give or present something as a gift or honor.
Example
The king bestowed honors upon the brave soldiers.
Le roi a accordé des honneurs aux braves soldats.
C2 noun /ˈbeɪlɔːr/
bailor
bailleur
Meaning
a person who temporarily transfers possession of goods or property to another under a bailment agreement
Example
The bailor entrusted the valuable artwork to the museum for safekeeping.
Le bailleur a confié l’œuvre d’art au musée.
C1 noun /ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪd ˈrɛz.ɪ.djuː/
pesticide-residue
résidus de pesticides
Meaning
Chemical remnants left over from pesticides used on crops or in soil.
Example
Excess pesticide-residue in food can be harmful to health.
Un excès de résidus de pesticides dans les aliments peut être nocif pour la santé.
C1 noun ˌɔːɡ.menˈteɪ.ʃən
augmentation
augmentation ou expansion
Meaning
Increasing quantity, power or performance.
Example
The company invested in the augmentation of its workforce.
L'entreprise a investi dans l'augmentation de sa main-d'œuvre.
C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/
Easy-chair
fauteuil
Meaning
a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines
Example
He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.
Il s'est détendu dans son fauteuil préféré après le travail.
C2 noun /kɒɡˈnoʊmən/
cognomen
nom de famille / surnom
Meaning
A family name or surname; an additional name or nickname.
Example
His cognomen became widely known in literary circles.
Son nom de famille est devenu largement connu dans les cercles littéraires.