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Compétences Lexicales SAT 4 - leçon 8

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to probe
to probe
[verbe]

to examine or look for something, particularly using a small long instrument

sonder, explorer, examiner

sonder, explorer, examiner

Ex: Scientists probed the depths of the ocean with specialized submersibles to study marine life in unexplored regions. 

Les scientifiques ont sondé les profondeurs de l'océan avec des submersibles spécialisés pour étudier la vie marine dans des régions inexplorées.

probate
probate
[nom]

a process in which the validity of a will is legally proved

homologation, validation, authentification

homologation, validation, authentification

Ex: A properly written will can help minimize complications during the probate process. 

Un testament correctement rédigé peut aider à minimiser les complications pendant le processus de succession.

probity
probity
[nom]

the quality of abiding by the highest moral principles

probité

probité

Ex: Probity was the key reason he was chosen to lead the organization. 

Probité était la raison principale pour laquelle il a été choisi pour diriger l'organisation.

to augment
to augment
[verbe]

to add to something's value, effect, size, or amount

augmenter, accroître

augmenter, accroître

Ex: The improvements made to the software have augmented its performance significantly. 

Les améliorations apportées au logiciel ont augmenté ses performances de manière significative.

august
august
[Adjectif]

impressive and worthy of respect

auguste

auguste

Ex: The museum’s hall was adorned with august portraits of historical leaders. 

La salle du musée était ornée de augustes portraits de dirigeants historiques.

similitude

resemblance between people or things

similitude, similarité

similitude, similarité

Ex: There was a remarkable similitude between the two paintings, as though created by the same artist. 

Il y avait une similitude remarquable entre les deux peintures, comme si elles avaient été créées par le même artiste.

to simulate

to match the same qualities as someone or something

simuler

simuler

Ex: Video game designers strive to simulate the physics of real-world interactions for a more immersive experience. 

Les concepteurs de jeux vidéo s'efforcent de simuler la physique des interactions du monde réel pour une expérience plus immersive.

simile
simile
[nom]

a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'

comparaison

comparaison

Ex: In the novel, the author employs a simile to describe the protagonist's heart racing "like a runaway train," conveying the intensity of their emotions. 

Dans le roman, l'auteur utilise une comparaison pour décrire le cœur du protagoniste qui bat "comme un train fou", traduisant ainsi l'intensité de ses émotions.

simultaneous
simultaneous
[Adjectif]

taking place at precisely the same time

simultané

simultané

Ex: Simultaneous translation services were provided for attendees from different countries. 

Des services de traduction simultanée ont été fournis aux participants de différents pays.

to discombobulate

to confuse someone, causing them to feel disoriented or unable to think clearly

troubler, chambouler

troubler, chambouler

Ex: The complicated instructions on the exam discombobulated the students, making it difficult for them to answer the questions. 

Les instructions compliquées de l'examen ont désarçonné les étudiants, leur rendant difficile de répondre aux questions.

to disconcert

to unsettle someone, causing them to become stressed or lose their confidence

déconcerter

déconcerter

Ex: His unexpected question during the interview momentarily disconcerted the job candidate, but she quickly regained her composure. 

Sa question inattendue lors de l'entretien a momentanément déconcerté le candidat, mais elle a rapidement retrouvé son calme.

disconsolate
disconsolate
[Adjectif]

so sad that makes comforting very difficult

inconsolable

inconsolable

Ex: The sudden death of her dog left her feeling disconsolate, with no words to ease her sorrow. 

La mort soudaine de son chien l'a laissée inconsolable, sans mots pour apaiser son chagrin.

discontinuance

the act of stopping something

interruption

interruption

Ex: The discontinuance of services at the local clinic affected many patients in the area. 

L'arrêt des services dans la clinique locale a affecté de nombreux patients dans la région.

discreet
discreet
[Adjectif]

careful and modest in behavior, showing wise self-restraint and avoiding unnecessary attention

discret

discret

Ex: It's important to be discreet when discussing sensitive matters to maintain confidentiality. 

Il est important d'être discret lorsqu'on discute de questions sensibles pour maintenir la confidentialité.

discrepant
discrepant
[Adjectif]

having no agreement with something

inconsistant

inconsistant

Ex: The discrepant opinions in the meeting made it challenging to reach a consensus. 

Les opinions divergentes dans la réunion ont rendu difficile d'atteindre un consensus.

asunder
asunder
[Adverbe]

into separate pieces

déchirer

déchirer

Ex: The sword struck the stone, splitting it asunder with a loud crack. 

L'épée frappa la pierre, la fendant en deux avec un grand craquement.

astute
astute
[Adjectif]

having a clever and practical ability to make wise and effective decisions

astucieux

astucieux

Ex: The detective's astute observations led to the quick solving of the complex case. 

Les observations astucieuses du détective ont conduit à la résolution rapide de l'affaire complexe.

to assuage
to assuage
[verbe]

to satisfy the feeling of thirst or hunger

apaiser, étancher

apaiser, étancher

Ex: A quick snack was enough to assuage his hunger until dinner. 

Une collation rapide a suffi à apaiser sa faim jusqu'au dîner.

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