Le livre Insight - Intermédiaire - Perspective du Vocabulaire 1

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 1 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "stunning", "arrogance", "gorgeous", etc.

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stunning

[Adjectif]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

sensationnel, éblouissant

Ex: The movie 's special effects were so stunning that they felt almost real .Les effets spéciaux du film étaient si **époustouflants** qu'ils semblaient presque réels.

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slender

[Adjectif]

(of a person or body part) attractively thin

mince, svelte

Ex: Her slender fingers delicately traced the contours of the sculpture , admiring its intricate details .Ses doigts **minces** traçaient délicatement les contours de la sculpture, admirant ses détails complexes.

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slim

[Adjectif]

thin in an attractive way

mince

Ex: The slim model walked confidently on the runway .Le modèle **mince** a marché avec assurance sur le podium.

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status

[nom]

someone or something's professional or social position relative to that of others

statut

Ex: She worked hard to achieve a higher status in her career.Elle a travaillé dur pour atteindre un **statut** plus élevé dans sa carrière.

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to stretch

[verbe]

to make something longer, looser, or wider, especially by pulling it

étirer, tendre

Ex: He stretched the rubber tubing before securing it to the metal frame .Il **étira** le tube en caoutchouc avant de le fixer au cadre métallique.

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appearance

[nom]

the way that someone or something looks

apparence, look

Ex: The fashion show featured models of different appearances, showcasing diversity .Le défilé de mode a présenté des modèles de différentes **apparences**, mettant en valeur la diversité.

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handsome

[Adjectif]

(of a man) having an attractive face and body

beau, belle

Ex: The handsome professor had a warm smile that made students feel at ease .Le professeur **beau** avait un sourire chaleureux qui mettait les étudiants à l'aise.

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pretty

[Adjectif]

visually pleasing in a charming way

joli, jolie

Ex: With her pretty eyes and friendly manner , she makes friends easily .Avec ses **jolis** yeux et sa manière amicale, elle se fait facilement des amis.

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overweight

[Adjectif]

weighing more than what is considered healthy or desirable for one's body size and build

en surpoids

Ex: Many people struggle with losing weight once they become overweight due to unhealthy eating habits .Beaucoup de gens ont du mal à perdre du poids une fois qu'ils deviennent **en surpoids** en raison de mauvaises habitudes alimentaires.

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fat

[Adjectif]

(of people or animals) weighing much more than what is thought to be healthy for their body

gros, having too much body weight

Ex: The fat cat lounged on the windowsill.Le chat **gros** se prélassait sur le rebord de la fenêtre.

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trim

[Adjectif]

physically thin, fit, and attractive

svelte, mince, fin

Ex: The trim model showcased the latest fashion trends with confidence on the runway.Le modèle **mince** a présenté avec assurance les dernières tendances de la mode sur le podium.

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large

[Adjectif]

above average in amount or size

grand, gros

Ex: He had a large collection of vintage cars , displayed proudly in his garage .Il avait une **grande** collection de voitures anciennes, fièrement exposée dans son garage.

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chubby

[Adjectif]

(particularly of a child or young adult) slightly overweight in a way that is considered cute or charming rather than unhealthy or unattractive

potelé

Ex: Despite his chubby appearance , he was active and enjoyed outdoor activities with his family .Malgré son apparence **dodu**, il était actif et aimait les activités en plein air avec sa famille.

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skinny

[Adjectif]

having a very low amount of body fat

maigre

Ex: The skinny teenager was mistaken for being much younger than her actual age .L'adolescente **maigre** a été prise pour être beaucoup plus jeune que son âge réel.

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underweight

[Adjectif]

weighing less than the desired, healthy, or normal amount

en sous-poids

Ex: Being underweight can lead to various health complications such as weakened immune system and nutritional deficiencies.Être **en insuffisance pondérale** peut entraîner diverses complications de santé telles qu'un système immunitaire affaibli et des carences nutritionnelles.

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obese

[Adjectif]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

obèse

Ex: Obese children are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases later in life .Les enfants **obèses** courent un risque plus élevé de développer des maladies chroniques plus tard dans la vie.

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gorgeous

[Adjectif]

extremely attractive and beautiful

superbe

Ex: The bride was radiant and gorgeous on her wedding day .La mariée était radieuse et **magnifique** le jour de son mariage.

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elegant

[Adjectif]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

élégant

Ex: The bride 's hairstyle was simple yet elegant, with cascading curls framing her face in soft waves .La coiffure de la mariée était simple mais **élégante**, avec des boucles cascadantes encadrant son visage en vagues douces.

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plump

[Adjectif]

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

rond

Ex: Despite her best efforts to diet , she remained plump and curvaceous , embracing her natural body shape .Malgré ses meilleurs efforts pour suivre un régime, elle est restée **ronde** et voluptueuse, embrassant sa forme corporelle naturelle.

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arrogance

[nom]

a behavior characterized by an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities, often with a lack of respect for others"

arrogance, morgue

Ex: Success should not lead to arrogance.Le succès ne devrait pas mener à l'**arrogance**.

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assertiveness

[nom]

the quality of being confident and self-assured, especially in expressing one's own opinions and desires

assertivité, fermeté

Ex: He showed assertiveness by voicing his concerns .Il a fait preuve de **assertivité** en exprimant ses préoccupations.

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emotion

[nom]

a strong feeling such as love, anger, etc.

émotion

Ex: The movie was so powerful that it evoked a range of emotions in the audience .Le film était si puissant qu'il a évoqué une gamme d'**émotions** dans le public.

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laziness

[nom]

the state of being inactive or doing nothing considered to be a sin

paresse

Ex: Laziness is often seen as a barrier to achieving personal goals.**La paresse** est souvent considérée comme un obstacle à la réalisation des objectifs personnels.

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modesty

[nom]

he quality of not being too proud or boastful about one's abilities or achievements, and not drawing too much attention to oneself

modestie

Ex: She handled the compliment with modesty, simply thanking them without making a big deal of it.Elle a géré le compliment avec **modestie**, se contentant de les remercier sans en faire tout un plat.

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shyness

[nom]

a feeling of hesitancy, shame, or fearfulness in social situations

timidité, réserve

Ex: She tried to overcome her shyness by joining the debate team .Elle a essayé de surmonter sa **timidité** en rejoignant l'équipe de débat.

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stubbornness

[nom]

the quality or trait of being unwilling to change one's mind or behavior despite opposition or difficulties

obstination, entêtement

Ex: The team ’s stubbornness made it hard to reach a compromise .L'**entêtement** de l'équipe a rendu difficile la conclusion d'un compromis.

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chic

[Adjectif]

having an appealing appearance that is stylish

chic, élégant

Ex: She looked effortlessly chic in her black dress and matching heels .Elle avait l'air **chic** sans effort dans sa robe noire et ses talons assortis.

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designer

[Adjectif]

made with sophistication and style by a renowned fashion designer, often indicating high-end craftsmanship and unique, stylish details

marque

Ex: The boutique showcased a new collection of designer accessories, each piece exuding style and sophistication.La boutique a présenté une nouvelle collection d'accessoires **designer**, chaque pièce dégageant style et sophistication.

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innovative

[Adjectif]

(of ideas, products, etc.) creative and unlike anything else that exists

innovant, novateur

Ex: The architect presented an innovative building design that defied conventional structures .L'architecte a présenté une conception de bâtiment **innovante** qui défiait les structures conventionnelles.

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secondhand

[Adjectif]

previously owned or used by someone else

d'occasion, de seconde main

Ex: The secondhand bookstore has a wide variety of titles at low prices.

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retro

[nom]

fashion trends, music, decor, clothing, or styles from past decades, or inspired by them

rétro, vintage

Ex: She decorated her living room with retro from the 60s , creating a cozy , vintage space .Elle a décoré son salon avec du **rétro** des années 60, créant un espace vintage et confortable.

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stylish

[Adjectif]

(of a person) attractive and with a good taste in fashion

élégant

Ex: Despite her limited budget , she managed to stay stylish by shopping for affordable yet trendy clothing .Malgré son budget limité, elle a réussi à rester **élégante** en achetant des vêtements abordables mais à la mode.

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fashionable

[Adjectif]

following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

à la mode

Ex: The fashionable neighborhood is known for its trendy cafes , boutiques , and vibrant street fashion .Le quartier **à la mode** est connu pour ses cafés branchés, ses boutiques et sa mode de rue vibrante.

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vintage

[Adjectif]

(of things) old but highly valued for the quality, excellent condition, or timeless design

classique, vintage, de collection, ancien, ancienne, rétro

Ex: His home is decorated with vintage furniture that adds a charming, nostalgic feel.Sa maison est décorée avec des meubles **vintage** qui ajoutent un charme nostalgique.

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expensively

[Adverbe]

in a way that involves a high cost or requires a lot of money

de manière coûteuse, chèrement

Ex: The film was expensively produced but failed at the box office .

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branded

[Adjectif]

(of a product) marked or labeled with a distinctive name or logo of a particular company