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Le livre Insight - Intermédiaire Supérieur - Perspective du Vocabulaire 4

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Insight - Upper-intermediate

to get ready for action by removing physical and mental obstacles

Ex: Letclear the decks and then we can start cooking dinner .

rescued from an unpleasant or difficult situation at the last moment by an unexpected event, action, or intervention

Ex: The teacher was just getting ready to hand out the quizzes when the fire alarm went offsaved by the bell!
addicted
[Adjectif]

physically or mentally dependent on a substance, behavior, or activity

dépendant, accro

dépendant, accro

Ex: She 's addicted to toxic relationships , mistaking drama for passion .Elle est **accro** aux relations toxiques, confondant le drame avec la passion.

a strong desire to do or have something

addiction, dépendance

addiction, dépendance

Ex: She developed an addiction to reading mystery novels , finishing one every week .Elle a développé une **addiction** à la lecture de romans policiers, en finissant un chaque semaine.
bald
[Adjectif]

having little or no hair on the head

chauve

chauve

Ex: The older gentleman had a neat and tidy bald head , which suited him well .Le vieux gentleman avait une tête chauve nette et bien rangée, ce qui lui allait bien.

the condition of having little or no hair on the head or body

calvitie, alopécie

calvitie, alopécie

Ex: He noticed the first signs of baldness in his late twenties .Il a remarqué les premiers signes de **calvitie** à la fin de la vingtaine.
deaf
[Adjectif]

partly or completely unable to hear

sourd

sourd

Ex: He learned to lip-read to better understand conversations as he grew increasingly deaf.Il a appris à lire sur les lèvres pour mieux comprendre les conversations alors qu'il devenait de plus en plus **sourd**.

the state or condition of being totally or partially unable to hear

surdité

surdité

Ex: Early detection of deafness is essential for better outcomes .La détection précoce de la **surdité** est essentielle pour de meilleurs résultats.
disabled
[Adjectif]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

handicapé, infirme

handicapé, infirme

Ex: The disabled worker excels in their job despite facing challenges related to their condition .Le travailleur **handicapé** excelle dans son travail malgré les défis liés à son état.

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

handicap, infirmité,	incapacité

handicap, infirmité, incapacité

Ex: Disability should not prevent someone from achieving their goals .Le **handicap** ne devrait pas empêcher quelqu'un d'atteindre ses objectifs.
imperfect
[Adjectif]

having faults, flaws, or shortcomings

imparfait, défectueux

imparfait, défectueux

Ex: The painting was captivating but imperfect, with brushstrokes that were slightly uneven .La peinture était captivante mais **imparfaite**, avec des coups de pinceau légèrement inégaux.

a state of having flaws or mistakes, which make something or someone less than ideal

imperfection, défaut

imperfection, défaut

obese
[Adjectif]

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

obèse

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.
obesity
[nom]

the condition of having such a high amount of body fat that it becomes very dangerous for one's health

obésité

obésité

Ex: Addressing obesity requires a multifaceted approach that includes promoting healthy eating habits , regular physical activity , and community-wide initiatives .Aborder **l'obésité** nécessite une approche multidimensionnelle qui inclut la promotion d'habitudes alimentaires saines, une activité physique régulière et des initiatives à l'échelle de la communauté.

used for saying that a person or thing has more of a specific quality than it seems

Ex: At first glance , the painting seemed ordinary , but upon closer inspection , there more than meets the eye, with hidden symbols and layers of meaning .

used to show one's lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm for something

Ex: His heart isn’t in the team anymore; he doesn’t seem to care about the games.

to stubbornly refuse to change one's ideas, plans, etc.

Ex: My grandfather dug in his heels and refused to move to an apartment.

to start to think in a logical or correct way after admitting one's mistakes

Ex: She came to her senses and realized that public transport was faster than driving in the city .
dismally
[Adverbe]

in a gloomy, depressing, or hopeless manner

lamentablement, tristement

lamentablement, tristement

Ex: The project ended dismally, leaving everyone feeling defeated .Le projet s'est terminé **lamentablement**, laissant tout le monde se sentir vaincu.
flowing
[Adjectif]

shaped or structured to allow air, water, or other fluids to move smoothly with minimal obstruction

fluide, aérodynamique

fluide, aérodynamique

Ex: The yacht’s flowing hull improves speed on water.La coque **fuselée** du yacht améliore la vitesse sur l'eau.

used to describe someone or something that is far superior when compared to others of the same type

Ex: The new restaurant in town head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to culinary innovation and unique flavors .

to believe something strongly, even though one cannot explain why

avoir l'intime conviction de

avoir l'intime conviction de

Ex: Even before the diagnosis, she felt in her bones that her health was deteriorating, and it prompted her to seek medical attention.

in the part of the mind that holds thoughts and memories that are not often recalled or thought about

Ex: Even though they were having a great time on their road trip, the responsibilities waiting for them back home were at the back of their minds.

used to suggest that working together with others can often lead to better results than working alone, as combining different perspectives and ideas can create stronger solutions

deux avis valent mieux qu'un

deux avis valent mieux qu'un

Ex: The business partners brought different skills and expertise to the table , recognizing two heads are better than one when it comes to launching a successful venture .
in vain
[Adverbe]

without success or achieving the desired result

en vain

en vain

Ex: The doctor worked tirelessly to save the patient , but unfortunately , all efforts proved to be in vain, and the patient could not be revived .Le médecin a travaillé sans relâche pour sauver le patient, mais malheureusement, tous les efforts se sont avérés **vains**, et le patient n'a pas pu être ranimé.

with all that one has

Ex: She pursued her passion for music with unwavering dedication , giving it her allbody and soul.

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Before signing the contract, keep in mind the terms and conditions to avoid any future misunderstandings.

a sense of relief gained as a result of no longer being in a difficult or worrisome situation

Ex: Talking over my problem with my close friend was weight off my shoulders.

used to suggest that one must be bold and take risks to achieve one's goals

Ex: The timid athlete was afraid to attempt the difficult jump, fearing injury.

to hide the truth from someone and make them believe something that is not true

Ex: The company tried to pull the wool over the government's eyes by falsifying its financial records.

a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex: Being selected as the team captain was feather in his cap, reflecting his leadership skills and dedication to the sport .

to reveal information that were supposed to be kept secret, often by accident

Ex: The couple had champagne taste on a beer budget, constantly longing for lavish vacations and extravagant experiences they couldn't afford.
lifeless
[Adjectif]

without any signs of life or vitality

inerte, sans vie

inerte, sans vie

Ex: After the accident , the paramedics found the driver slumped over the steering wheel , his body appearing lifeless.Après l'accident, les ambulanciers ont trouvé le conducteur affalé sur le volant, son corps semblant **inerte**.
pearly
[Adjectif]

having a shiny, white or light-colored surface similar to that of a pearl

nacré, perlé

nacré, perlé

shrivelled
[Adjectif]

having become dry, wrinkled, and smaller in size, often due to a loss of moisture or aging

desséché, ratatiné

desséché, ratatiné

watery
[Adjectif]

having too much water and little taste

aqueux

aqueux

Ex: The smoothie was watery and bland , lacking the creaminess and sweetness of properly blended fruit .Le smoothie était **aqueux** et fade, manquant de la crémeuse douceur des fruits correctement mixés.

to leave a place or go on a journey, especially for a specific destination

partir, se mettre en route

partir, se mettre en route

Ex: She decided to head out early to avoid the rush hour traffic .Elle a décidé de **partir** tôt pour éviter les embouteillages aux heures de pointe.

to be fired from one's position or job

Ex: She's been warned about her behavior, and if she doesn't improve, she'll get the sack.

to experience a lot of problems, setbacks, damages, etc., as a result of something

Ex: The took it on the chin as a symbol of the system in the Sixties .

to show or teach someone how a particular job or task is done

Ex: The mentor taught him the ropes of public speaking.

to refrain from revealing one's true intentions or plans

Ex: The entrepreneur held her cards close to her vest when discussing her new invention, protecting her intellectual property until she secured proper patents.

to honestly share one's thoughts, feelings, or plans

Ex: The employee decided to put her cards on the table and openly address the issues that were affecting her productivity in the workplace.

(of a particular idea, statement, or situation) challenging to accept as true

Ex: I found her story hard to swallow.
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