Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Style et Atmosphère

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luxurious

[Adjectif]

extremely comfortable, elegant, and often made with high-quality materials or features

luxueux

Ex: He enjoyed a luxurious lifestyle , traveling in private jets and staying at five-star hotels .Il a profité d'un mode de vie **luxueux**, voyageant en jets privés et séjournant dans des hôtels cinq étoiles.

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pretentious

[Adjectif]

trying too hard to attract attention or impress others

prétentieux

Ex: Her pretentious attitude made her seem insincere to her colleagues .Elle a posté des selfies **prétentieux** pour gagner des abonnés.

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subtle

[Adjectif]

difficult to notice or detect because of its slight or delicate nature

subtil

Ex: The changes to the menu were subtle but effective , enhancing the overall dining experience .Les changements apportés au menu étaient **subtils** mais efficaces, améliorant l'expérience globale du repas.

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bizarre

[Adjectif]

strange or unexpected in appearance, style, or behavior

bizarre

Ex: His bizarre collection of vintage medical equipment , displayed prominently in his living room , made guests uneasy .Sa **bizarre** collection d'équipements médicaux vintage, exposée en évidence dans son salon, mettait les invités mal à l'aise.

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bustling

[Adjectif]

(of a place or environment) full of activity, energy, and excitement, often with a lot of people moving around and engaged in various tasks or social interactions

animé, bouillonnant

Ex: The bustling airport was a hive of activity , with travelers rushing to catch their flights .L'aéroport **animé** était un véritable bourdonnement d'activité, avec des voyageurs se précipitant pour attraper leurs vols.

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edgy

[Adjectif]

characterized by daring, avant-garde, or unconventional elements, often standing out visually or stylistically from the norm

Ex: The designer 's edgy jewelry line combined sharp geometric shapes with dark gemstones .

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light-hearted

[Adjectif]

cheerful and free of concern or anxiety

léger, enjoué

Ex: The light-hearted melody of the song brought smiles to the faces of everyone in the room .La mélodie **légère** de la chanson a fait sourire tout le monde dans la pièce.

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futuristic

[Adjectif]

having extremely modern, innovative technology or design, often resembling what might be expected in the future

futuriste, avant-gardiste

Ex: The city ’s new airport has a futuristic look , with sleek glass walls and automated systems .Le nouvel aéroport de la ville a un look **futuriste**, avec des murs en verre élégants et des systèmes automatisés.

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primitive

[Adjectif]

basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

primitif

Ex: The technology they were using seemed primitive by today 's standards .La technologie qu'ils utilisaient semblait **primitive** selon les normes d'aujourd'hui.

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charm

[nom]

a quality or trait that attracts others and creates a positive impression

charme, attrait

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flamboyant

[Adjectif]

exhibiting striking and showy characteristics, often characterized by extravagance or exuberance

voyant, flamboyant

Ex: The hotel lobby was adorned with flamboyant artwork and luxurious furnishings , creating an atmosphere of opulence and grandeur that impressed even the most discerning guests .Le hall de l'hôtel était orné d'œuvres d'art **flamboyantes** et de meubles luxueux, créant une atmosphère d'opulence et de grandeur qui impressionnait même les clients les plus exigeants.

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classy

[Adjectif]

possessing a stylish, sophisticated, and elegant quality

élégant, chic

Ex: The newlywed couple chose a classy venue for their wedding reception , creating a memorable and sophisticated celebration .Le couple de jeunes mariés a choisi un lieu **élégant** pour leur réception de mariage, créant une célébration mémorable et sophistiquée.

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tranquil

[Adjectif]

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

calme

Ex: His tranquil demeanor helped calm those around him during the stressful situation.Son comportement **tranquille** a aidé à calmer ceux qui l'entouraient pendant la situation stressante.

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vibrancy

[nom]

the quality of being bright, vivid, and striking in appearance

éclat

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leisurely

[Adjectif]

carried out in a relaxed and unhurried manner

décontracté, paisible

Ex: The leisurely bike ride along the country roads was a pleasant way to spend the day .La balade à vélo **tranquille** le long des routes de campagne était une façon agréable de passer la journée.

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period

[Adjectif]

typical of or relating to a specific historical time, especially used for things like fashion, furniture, or films

d'époque, historique

Ex: The film's accuracy in period detail was impressive.La précision du film dans les détails **d'époque** était impressionnante.

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jokey

[Adjectif]

intended to be humorous

plaisant, humoristique

Ex: They kept things light and jokey during the meeting.Ils ont gardé les choses légères et **plaisantes** pendant la réunion.

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ponderous

[Adjectif]

possessing the quality of being very boring, slow, and serious, particularly used for speeches and writings

rébarbatif, rébarbative

Ex: His ponderous delivery of the speech seemed to put the audience to sleep .Sa **lourde** délivrance du discours semblait endormir le public.

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splendor

[nom]

the impressive beauty or magnificence of something, often characterized by richness, brilliance, or grandeur

splendeur, magnificence

Ex: The opera house interior was designed with luxurious splendor, featuring crystal chandeliers and velvet curtains .L'intérieur de l'opéra a été conçu avec un **faste** luxueux, mettant en vedette des lustres en cristal et des rideaux en velours.

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exuberant

[Adjectif]

filled with lively energy and excitement

plein d'énergie

Ex: The exuberant puppy bounded around the yard , chasing after anything that moved .Le chiot **exubérant** bondissait dans la cour, poursuivant tout ce qui bougeait.

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hustle and bustle

[Phrase]

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: After living in the suburbs, the hustle and bustle of downtown was a big adjustment for him.