Cambridge English : CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Générosité, Gentillesse et Sérénité

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altruistic

[Adjectif]

acting selflessly for the well-being of others, often prioritizing their needs over one's own

altruiste, désintéressé

Ex: The altruistic acts of kindness , such as helping an elderly neighbor , became her daily routine .Les actes de gentillesse **altruistes**, comme aider un voisin âgé, sont devenus sa routine quotidienne.

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amenable

[Adjectif]

very likely to be cooperative, agreeable, or accepting of a request or suggestion

disposé

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aplomb

[nom]

a type of manner that is composed and confident, often when one is facing a difficult situation

aplomb, assurance

Ex: She answered the difficult questions with the aplomb of an experienced speaker .Elle a répondu aux questions difficiles avec **l'aplomb** d'un orateur expérimenté.

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clemency

[nom]

compassion shown by a person in authority, especially by reducing a punishment

clémence, douceur

Ex: Clemency can be a powerful tool for justice when used wisely .La **clémence** peut être un outil puissant pour la justice lorsqu'elle est utilisée avec sagesse.

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to commiserate

[verbe]

to express sympathy or pity, especially with someone who is experiencing misfortune, hardship, or sorrow

témoigner de la sympathie

Ex: It 's human nature to commiserate when we see others going through tough times .C'est dans la nature humaine de **compatir** lorsque nous voyons les autres traverser des moments difficiles.

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complaisant

[Adjectif]

eager to please, often showing a courteous attitude toward others

complaisant

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conciliatory

[Adjectif]

meaning to end a dispute or to stop or lessen someone's anger

conciliant, de conciliation

Ex: She gave a conciliatory speech to address the concerns of the frustrated employees .Elle a prononcé un discours **conciliant** pour répondre aux préoccupations des employés frustrés.

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deference

[nom]

considerate respect for another person's feelings or preferences

déférence

Ex: When discussing sensitive topics , it is important to approach the conversation with deference, taking care to consider the feelings and perspectives of others involved .

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equable

[Adjectif]

calm and even-tempered

d'humeur égal

Ex: An equable co-worker helped calm frazzled nerves before the big meeting.

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equanimity

[nom]

the ability to maintain one's emotional balance and composure regardless of external circumstances

calme, sang-froid, équanimité

Ex: Facing the medical diagnosis with equanimity enabled her to process the implications clearly without panicking .Faire face au diagnostic médical avec **équanimité** lui a permis de traiter les implications clairement sans paniquer.

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halcyon

[Adjectif]

full of calmness, happiness, and prosperity

calme

Ex: The halcyon atmosphere of the beach resort made it a perfect destination for relaxation.L'atmosphère **halcyon** de la station balnéaire en faisait une destination parfaite pour la détente.

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imperturbable

[Adjectif]

consistently calm, restrained, and composed

imperturbable

Ex: His imperturbable expression revealed none of his inner thoughts .Son expression **imperturbable** ne révélait aucune de ses pensées intérieures.

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magnanimity

[nom]

great generosity in giving or in showing kindness, especially toward someone less powerful or a former opponent

magnanimité, générosité grandiose

Ex: Acts of magnanimity can turn enemies into friends .Les actes de **magnanimité** peuvent transformer des ennemis en amis.

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phlegmatic

[Adjectif]

able to keep a calm demeanor and not get emotional easily

flegmatique

Ex: The phlegmatic patient remained calm throughout the lengthy procedure .Le patient **flegmatique** est resté calme tout au long de la longue procédure.

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sobriety

[nom]

a serious, earnest, or dignified manner

sobriété, gravité

Ex: The sobriety of the moment was felt by everyone present .La **sobriété** du moment a été ressentie par tous les présents.

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solicitous

[Adjectif]

displaying careful, watchful attention, often in a way that shows eagerness to help or please

déférent

Ex: She gave a solicitous glance toward her friend , sensing he needed support .Elle a jeté un regard **soliciteux** vers son amie, sentant qu'elle avait besoin de soutien.

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tractable

[Adjectif]

(of people or animals) easily controlled or influenced by external factors or authority

maniable

Ex: The manager preferred to work with tractable employees who followed instructions well .Le manager préférait travailler avec des employés **dociles** qui suivaient bien les instructions.

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laudable

[Adjectif]

(of an idea, intention, or act) deserving of admiration and praise, regardless of success

louable

Ex: The team 's commitment to environmental sustainability is laudable.L'engagement de l'équipe envers la durabilité environnementale est **louable**.

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magnanimous

[Adjectif]

showing noble character and generosity of spirit, often linked to moral greatness and dignity

magnanime, généreux

Ex: A truly magnanimous person gives without expecting anything in return .Une personne vraiment **magnanime** donne sans rien attendre en retour.

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munificent

[Adjectif]

showing generosity in respect of one's possessions, such as time, money, etc.

munificent

Ex: The university benefited from a munificent endowment, allowing it to expand its programs.L'université a bénéficié d'une dotation **généreuse**, lui permettant d'étendre ses programmes.

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obeisance

[nom]

behavior that expresses respect, submission, or duty toward someone in authority or of higher status

révérence, geste de respect

Ex: The soldiers saluted the commanding officer as a gesture of obeisance before carrying out their orders .**L'obéissance** de l'employé à la politique de l'entreprise lui a valu des éloges de la direction.

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curtsy

[nom]

a formal gesture of respect or greeting, performed by women or girls, involving a slight lowering of the body by bending the knees

révérence

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to revere

[verbe]

to feel deep respect or admiration for someone or something

vénérer

Ex: The community chose to revere the environmental activist for her tireless efforts to promote sustainability .La communauté a choisi de **vénérer** la militante environnementale pour ses efforts inlassables en faveur de la durabilité.

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docile

[Adjectif]

accepting guidance, control, or direction easily and without resistance

docile

Ex: The docile crowd quietly left the stadium .La foule **docile** a quitté tranquillement le stade.

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venerable

[Adjectif]

worthy of great respect due to age, wisdom, or character

vénérable, ancien, respecté

Ex: He sought solace in the teachings of the venerable sage , whose words resonated deeply with him .Il a cherché du réconfort dans les enseignements du sage **vénérable**, dont les mots ont profondément résonné en lui.

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succor

[nom]

help that someone gives to another in difficult situations

secours

Ex: Many turned to the church for spiritual succor during the difficult times .Beaucoup se sont tournés vers l'église pour un **réconfort** spirituel pendant les moments difficiles.

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to cosset

[verbe]

to treat someone with an excessive amount of care and indulgence

dorloter, choyer, gâter, chouchouter

Ex: The manager cosseted the new employee with extra support and guidance .Le manager a **choyé** le nouvel employé avec un soutien et des conseils supplémentaires.

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