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Compétences Lexicales SAT 2 - Leçon 37

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statuesque
[Adjectif]

resembling or suggestive of a sculpture in terms of inner stillness and collected strength

sculptural

sculptural

Ex: We visited a park statuesque lawn art dotting the landscape like living statues .

a small sculpture, typically one that represents a person

statuette, figurine

statuette, figurine

Ex: statuettes of fictional characters were sold as high-quality collectibles .
stature
[nom]

the high level of respect people have for someone based on their impressive achievements

stature, importance

stature, importance

Ex: As the founder of the company , she held stature among employees .
statute
[nom]

an officially written and established law

loi

loi

Ex: Under statute, the company must provide annual safety training for employees .

a miniature representation of something larger

microcosme

microcosme

Ex: Studies of ant colonies and bee hives reveal microcosms that replicate the functioning of larger societies .

a precise handheld measuring tool typically used to measure very small distances between 0 and 25 mm

micromètre

micromètre

Ex: The machinist carefully measured the width of each engine part with a micrometer to ensure it met specifications .

a piece of equipment used for recording voices or sounds or for making one's voice louder

microphone

microphone

Ex: The conference room was equipped with microphone at each table , allowing all participants to contribute to the discussion .
microscopic
[Adjectif]

related to techniques or activities performed with a microscope to observe extremely small objects

microscopique

microscopique

Ex: microscopic images provided by the new equipment were incredibly detailed and clear .

in-depth scientific investigation at the tiny scale using microscopes to uncover more about how things work

microscopie

microscopie

Ex: microscopy applications include pathology examinations and microbiology research .

a man-made object, tool, weapon, etc. that was created in the past and holds historical or cultural significance

objet (fabriqué)

objet (fabriqué)

Ex: artifact, a beautifully carved statue , was a significant find that helped date the historical site .

a clever action or behavior that is intended to trick and deceive others

artifice, truc

artifice, truc

Ex: His smile was artifice designed to hide his true intentions .
artisan
[nom]

a skilled craftsperson who creates objects partly or entirely by hand

artisan, artisane

artisan, artisane

Ex: An artisan created the stained glass windows in the church.
artesian
[Adjectif]

referring to underground water sources where the pressure causes water to flow upward without the need for pumping

artésien, artésienne

artésien, artésienne

Ex: Engineers designed drainage works to control seasonal overflow from agricultural fields recharged by the artesian system .
artless
[Adjectif]

(of speech or actions) simple and straightforward, without cunning or deceit

simple

simple

Ex: His artless explanation of the situation was refreshing compared to the usual evasive answers.
artful
[Adjectif]

(of people) having the cleverness, calculated maneuvers, and efficient skill to reach goals

futé

futé

Ex: artful politician skillfully manipulated the situation to his advantage .

an individual who lives permanently or temporarily within a particular environment

habitant, habitante

habitant, habitante

Ex: Historians have learned a great deal about early Canadian life by studying diaries kept by St. Lawrence River habitants.
habitable
[Adjectif]

suitable to live in and support life

habitable

habitable

Ex: Engineers designed the spacecraft with redundant life support systems to ensure cabin conditions habitable over long durations in deep space .
habitual
[Adjectif]

done regularly or repeatedly, often out of habit

habituel

habituel

Ex: The familyhabitual Sunday dinner gathering was disrupted by the pandemic lockdown .

a behavioral pattern that develops into a person's customary reaction because they have performed it regularly in the past

caractère

caractère

Ex: Public speaking is habitude she strengthens by volunteering at community events whenever possible .

the capacity of an environment or living space to support human life, health, and productivity

habitabilité

habitabilité

Ex: Declining infrastructure , lack of economic prospects and high crime rates have reduced the attractiveness habitability in some inner city zones .
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