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Compétences Lexicales SAT 1 - Leçon 47

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the grouping of people into different levels or ranks according to their power or importance within a society or system

hiérarchie

hiérarchie

Ex: The hierarchy was rigid , with ranks ranging from general to private , each with specific duties and responsibilities .

a system of writing using symbols or pictures, originally used by the ancient Egyptians

hiéroglyphes

hiéroglyphes

Ex: Museum experts were called to interpret hieroglyphics on the newly discovered artifact .

a person that one is opposed to and fights or competes with

adversaire

adversaire

Ex: The general planned his tactics carefully to counter the enemyadversary.
adverse
[Adjectif]

against someone or something's advantage

défavorable

défavorable

Ex: adverse publicity surrounding the scandal tarnished the company 's reputation .

a situation marked by hardship or misfortune

adversité

adversité

Ex: adversity affected many families during the recession , leading to job losses and financial strain .

the period during which a woman is pregnant, from conception to birth

gestation

gestation

Ex: During the early weeks gestation, it 's crucial to maintain a healthy lifestyle for the well-being of the fetus .

to start to grow, producing buds or branches

germer

germer

Ex: germinate, these desert plants require a specific temperature and amount of rainfall .

to voluntarily give up or surrender control, possession, or responsibility over something

renoncer à

renoncer à

Ex: The company relinquish its hold on the market .

a box or case for holding and displaying sacred objects

reliquaire

reliquaire

Ex: The theft of reliquary from the cathedral was a major scandal , leading to increased security measures .
to relish
[verbe]

to enjoy or take pleasure in something greatly

prendre plaisir à

prendre plaisir à

Ex: relish the chance to explore different cuisines and try new dishes .
relic
[nom]

an object or part of an object surviving from the past, typically with historical or emotional value, often linked to a person, event, or era

vestige

vestige

Ex: The worn-out baseball glove , relic from my youth , brings back memories of summer games with my friends .
erudite
[Adjectif]

displaying or possessing extensive knowledge that is acquired by studying and reading

érudit

érudit

Ex: erudite diplomat is skilled in navigating complex international relations with finesse and diplomacy .

deep, extensive learning or knowledge

érudition

érudition

Ex: The seminar gathered individuals of erudition, making the discussions rich and enlightening .
lackadaisical
[Adjectif]

lazy and dreamy, without much energy or interest

apathique, indolent

apathique, indolent

Ex: She approached the project with lackadaisical mindset , resulting in delays and errors .
lackluster
[Adjectif]

(of hair or eyes) without shine, sheen, or brightness

terne

terne

Ex: The artist 's work lackluster compared to his previous vibrant pieces .

to realize through the senses

percevoir, discerner, déceler

percevoir, discerner, déceler

Ex: Tasting the dish allowed them perceive the blend of flavors and spices .
perceptive
[Adjectif]

(of a person) able to quickly and accurately understand or notice things due to keen awareness and insight

perspicace

perspicace

Ex: perceptive helped her identify opportunities others missed .

to confine someone in prison or a similar facility due to legal reasons or as a form of punishment

incarcérer

incarcérer

Ex: The judge may choose incarcerate someone convicted of repeated offenses to protect the community .

the act of putting or keeping someone in captivity

incarcération

incarcération

Ex: incarceration gave her time to reflect on the choices she made in life .
incarnate
[Adjectif]

existing in a physical form, especially in reference to a quality or concept

incarné

incarné

Ex: Mother Teresa was often thought of as incarnate because of her selfless service .
Compétences Lexicales SAT 1
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