Compétences Lexicales SAT 4 - leçon 16

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multifarious

[Adjectif]

containing numerous diverse parts or aspects

très divers

Ex: His multifarious talents include playing multiple instruments and speaking several languages .Ses talents **multiformes** incluent la capacité de jouer de plusieurs instruments et de parler plusieurs langues.

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multiform

[Adjectif]

having many different forms

multiforme

Ex: The multiform cultures within the country contributed to a rich and diverse national identity.Les cultures **multiformes** au sein du pays ont contribué à une identité nationale riche et diverse.

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multiplicity

[nom]

a great number

multiplicité

Ex: The multiplicity of colors in the painting gave it a vibrant , dynamic feel .La **multiplicité** des couleurs dans la peinture lui donnait une sensation vibrante et dynamique.

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potable

[Adjectif]

(of water) safe for consumption

potable

Ex: The city invested in a new treatment plant to ensure that all tap water was potable.La ville a investi dans une nouvelle usine de traitement pour s'assurer que toute l'eau du robinet était **potable**.

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potency

[nom]

the power to have an impact on others

pouvoir, puissance, force

Ex: The potency of her argument was undeniable , leaving her opponents speechless .La **puissance** de son argument était indéniable, laissant ses adversaires sans voix.

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potent

[Adjectif]

having great power, effectiveness, or influence to produce a desired result

puissant, fort

Ex: The potent leader inspired his followers with powerful speeches .

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impotent

[Adjectif]

not possessing the power or ability to affect a situation

impuissant

Ex: The company ’s impotent efforts to recover from the scandal only made matters worse .Les efforts **impuissants** de l'entreprise pour se remettre du scandale n'ont fait qu'aggraver les choses.

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potentate

[nom]

someone who rules over people and possesses absolute control and power

potentat

Ex: The potentate’s decisions were implemented without question , reflecting his total control over the government .Les décisions du **potentat** ont été mises en œuvre sans question, reflétant son contrôle total sur le gouvernement.

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potential

[Adjectif]

having the possibility to develop or be developed into something particular in the future

potentiel

Ex: They discussed potential candidates for the vacant position .Ils ont discuté des candidats **potentiels** pour le poste vacant.

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potion

[nom]

a liquid mixture with healing, magical, or poisonous effects

potion

Ex: The healer offered her a potion made from rare herbs , claiming it would ease the pain .Le guérisseur lui a offert une **potion** à base de plantes rares, affirmant qu'elle soulagerait la douleur.

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atypical

[Adjectif]

differing from what is usual, expected, or standard

atypique

Ex: His atypical behavior raised concerns among his friends .Son comportement **atypique** a suscité des inquiétudes parmi ses amis.

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to atrophy

[verbe]

to gradually decline, typically due to lack of use, nourishment, or stimulation

s'atrophier

Ex: The business was slowly atrophying as market trends shifted .L'entreprise **s'atrophiait** lentement à mesure que les tendances du marché changeaient.

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atheist

[Adjectif]

relating to beliefs which deny the existence of God or any gods

athée

Ex: The atheist philosopher argued that morality does not require a belief in God .Le philosophe **athée** a soutenu que la moralité ne nécessite pas une croyance en Dieu.

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bon mot

[nom]

a smart and funny comment

bon mot

Ex: At the party , his bon mot made him the center of attention , impressing everyone with his quick humor .À la fête, son **bon mot** l'a mis au centre de l'attention, impressionnant tout le monde avec son humour rapide.

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bona fide

[Adjectif]

genuine and not fake

authentique

Ex: The historian provided bona fide evidence to support his groundbreaking theory .L'historien a fourni des preuves **bona fide** pour étayer sa théorie révolutionnaire.

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cycloid

[Adjectif]

(of a curve) formed by a point on a circle rolling on a line

cycloïde

Ex: The wheel’s rotation generated a cycloid path, which was analyzed to determine its efficiency in motion.La rotation de la roue a généré une trajectoire **cycloïde**, qui a été analysée pour déterminer son efficacité en mouvement.

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cygnet

[nom]

a newly-hatched swan

cygneau

Ex: As the cygnet grew , its feathers began to change , slowly turning from gray to white .Alors que le **cygneau** grandissait, ses plumes commencèrent à changer, passant lentement du gris au blanc.

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cynosure

[nom]

something or someone that is the center of attraction or admiration

point de mire

Ex: The majestic mountain peak stood as the cynosure of the landscape , visible from miles away .Le sommet majestueux de la montagne se dressait comme le **cynosure** du paysage, visible à des kilomètres à la ronde.

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offhand

[Adverbe]

In a dismissive or indifferent manner

spontanément

Ex: He mentioned the error offhand, without acknowledging the impact it had on the project.Il a mentionné l'erreur **sans y penser**, sans reconnaître l'impact qu'elle a eu sur le projet.

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offshoot

[nom]

a new development that grows out of an existing situation, concept, or organization, typically as a natural progression or consequence

rejeton

Ex: The charity 's educational program became an offshoot of its original mission to provide food .Le programme éducatif de l'organisme caritatif est devenu un **dérivé** de sa mission originale qui était de fournir de la nourriture.

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