the use of tricks, tactics, or intentionally misleading behaviors aimed at deceiving others for self-interested purposes
ruse
straightforward in conduct and communication, without hidden motives or manipulation
sincère
the strength and determination to withstand difficulties, especially challenging conditions
audace
expressed with clarity and precision, leaving no doubt as to the meaning or intention
définitif
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
habituer
accustomed to something undesirable or unpleasant through prolonged exposure
habitué
(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
éminence
mechanical learning by repetition and frequent recall rather than meaningful understanding
apprentissage par cœur
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
déporter
dignified and respectful behavior, especially a display of etiquette during social interactions or in public settings
comportement