the use of tricks, tactics, or intentionally misleading behaviors aimed at deceiving others for self-interested purposes
ruse, duplicité
straightforward in conduct and communication, without hidden motives or manipulation
candide
lacking compassion and sympathy for others' suffering
insensible
the strength and determination to withstand difficulties, especially challenging conditions
robustesse
expressed with clarity and precision, leaving no doubt as to the meaning or intention
défini
settling an issue authoritatively and leaving no room for further doubt or debate
définitif
to accustom someone to tolerate something undesirable or unacceptable through prolonged, frequent exposure over time
endurcir
accustomed to something undesirable or unpleasant through prolonged exposure
endurci
(of a substance) capable of chemically treating other materials so as to corrode or set colors
mordant
(of animals) tending to bite or sting as a means of defense, feeding, etc.
mordant
physically taller or higher than others around in a way that draws notice
éminent
a significantly high level of status or influence within a particular field
renommée, distinction
mechanical learning by repetition and frequent recall rather than meaningful understanding
répétition
referring to something that revolves around an axis or a central point, such as a wheel
rotatif
to force a foreigner to leave a country, usually because they have broken the law
expulser
dignified and respectful behavior, especially a display of etiquette during social interactions or in public settings
comportement