Βιβλίο Insight - Προχωρημένο - Ενότητα 7 - 7Δ

not following traditional or commonly accepted ways of thinking or doing things, instead preferring new or different approaches

πρωτότυπος

making a soft, rustling sound when moving

σβέλτος

shining or reflecting light in a bright way

αστραφτερή

done or arranged without any particular order or plan, often resulting in a random or chaotic outcome

τυχαίος

a showy and confident display of style or behavior, often characterized by boldness, colorfulness, and extravagance

φανταχτερός

(geometry) a lack of symmetry or equivalence in shape or size between the two sides or parts of something

ασυμμετρία

having many different aspects, features, or abilities

πολύπλευρη

a person who consistently performs below their potential or fails to meet expected standards or goals

ανεπαρκής

referring to the period or the things existing or happening after a war has ended

μεταπολεμικός

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

δημοκρατικός

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

υπόγεια διάβαση

a piece of painted cloth that is hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery

αυλαία του θεάτρου

to exist or occur at an earlier time than something else

προγενέστερα

a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

μονοσιδηροδρομικο τρένο

in a manner that is done secretly or subtly, often to achieve a desired result without drawing much attention

κρυφά

an invisible barrier or limitation that prevents certain groups, particularly women or minority individuals, from advancing to higher positions or achieving higher levels of success in a professional or organizational context

διάκριση

to make someone extremely angry

κάνει κάποιον εξαιρετικά θυμωμένο

to become extremely angry with someone or something

γίνεται υπερβολικά θυμωμένος

something, such as a book, move clip, etc., that provides one with information about a variety of people, places, events, or things that one cannot physically interact with or experience

χρήσιμες πηγές πληροφοριών

(of a quality, idea, or principle) to not longer exist or be forgotten

να ξεχαστεί τελείως

to be brave or sociable enough to deliver a lengthy public speech without allowing any interruption

μιλώντας δημόσια

to completely beat someone in an argument or competition, particularly in a humiliating way

νικώντας κάποιον με ταπεινωτικό τρόπο

to go out onto a dance floor and start dancing

χορός

to perform or entertain in a way that causes the audience to react with extreme enthusiasm, such as by applauding loudly or cheering

αποδίδει εκπληκτικά

used to refer to something, particularly a drink, offered for free by a restaurant, bar, or other establishment, usually as a gesture of hospitality or good will

στο σπίτι

to improve a situation or one's behavior for better results

βελτιώνοντας κάτι για καλύτερα αποτελέσματα

used to describe a situation or activity that is developing with great intensity, speed, and success

με τον καλύτερο δυνατό τρόπο

to establish the basic principles or groundwork needed for the development of something more complex or substantial in the future

βάζω τα θεμέλια για κάτι

to be sufficient or available for a particular purpose or need

πηγαινω τριγυρω

to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

όταν κάτι υποχωρεί δραματικά

used to say that someone has been involved in something from its early stages

να εμπλακεί σε κάτι από την αρχή