Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 adjective
judicious
judicieux
Meaning
Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense; wise and careful.
Example
A judicious decision can prevent future problems.
C1 noun
juggernaut
force imparable
Meaning
A huge, powerful, and unstoppable force or institution.
Example
The new tech company has become a juggernaut in the industry.
C1 verb
juggle
jongler
Meaning
To continuously toss and catch objects in the air; to manage many tasks at the same time.
Example
He tried to juggle work, studies, and family responsibilities.
C1 noun
Juggler
jongleur
Meaning
a person who skillfully throws and catches objects as entertainment
Example
The juggler entertained the crowd with his amazing ball tricks.
C1 verb
jumble
mélanger
Meaning
to mix things together in a confused or untidy way
Example
Don't jumble all the papers together in one pile.
C1 noun
Juncture
moment crucial
Meaning
a particular point in events or time; a critical moment when important decisions must be made
Example
At this juncture, we need to make a crucial decision about our future.
C1 noun
Jurisdiction
juridiction
Meaning
the official power to make legal decisions and judgments; the extent of this power
Example
This case falls under the jurisdiction of the federal court.
C1 noun
juror
membre du jury
Meaning
a member of a jury who is chosen to hear evidence in a legal case and help make a decision
Example
The juror listened carefully to the witness’s testimony.
C1 noun
Juvenile
juvénile; mineur
Meaning
a young person below the age of adult criminal responsibility; relating to young people
Example
The juvenile court handles cases involving young offenders under eighteen.
C1 verb
juxtapose
placer deux choses différentes côte à côte
Meaning
To place two different things close together to show how they are different or similar.
Example
The artist juxtaposed traditional and modern elements in his painting.
C1 noun
juxtaposition
juxtaposition
Meaning
The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Example
The juxtaposition of light and dark colors created a dramatic effect.