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Total English - Advanced
nuclear
[Adjectif]

relating to, producing, or powered by nuclear energy

nucléaire

nucléaire

Ex: Nuclear weapons are regulated under international treaties to prevent proliferation.Les armes **nucléaires** sont réglementées par des traités internationaux pour prévenir la prolifération.
speech
[nom]

a formal talk about a particular topic given to an audience

discours, allocution

discours, allocution

Ex: He practiced his acceptance speech in front of the mirror before the award ceremony .Il a répété son **discours** de remerciement devant le miroir avant la cérémonie de remise des prix.

the field of science that is concerned with treating injuries and diseases

médecin

médecin

Ex: The conference brought together experts from around the world to discuss the latest breakthroughs in medicine, including gene therapy and personalized treatment plans .La conférence a réuni des experts du monde entier pour discuter des dernières avancées en **médecine**, y compris la thérapie génique et les plans de traitement personnalisés.

a discussion, typically a serious one, between two or more people with different views

dispute, querelle

dispute, querelle

Ex: They had an argument about where to go for vacation .Ils ont eu une **dispute** sur l'endroit où aller en vacances.
economic
[Adjectif]

relating to the production, distribution, and management of wealth and resources within a society or country

économique

économique

Ex: The report highlights the economic disparities between urban and rural areas .Le rapport met en évidence les disparités **économiques** entre les zones urbaines et rurales.
solar
[Adjectif]

related to the sun

solaire

solaire

Ex: Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.Les panneaux **solaires** convertissent la lumière du soleil en électricité.
brain
[nom]

the body part that is inside our head controlling how we feel, think, move, etc.

cerveau

cerveau

Ex: The brain weighs about three pounds .Le **cerveau** pèse environ trois livres.

the ability to affect people or events, particularly through prestige, status, or authority

influence, pouvoir d'influence

influence, pouvoir d'influence

Ex: The celebrity 's influence in the fashion industry helped promote sustainable clothing brands .L'**influence** de la célébrité dans l'industrie de la mode a aidé à promouvoir des marques de vêtements durables.
political
[Adjectif]

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

politique

politique

Ex: The media plays a crucial role in informing the public about political developments and holding elected officials accountable .Les médias jouent un rôle crucial en informant le public sur les développements **politiques** et en tenant les élus responsables.
army
[nom]

a country's military force trained to fight on land

armée

armée

Ex: The army's tanks and artillery provided crucial support during the battle .Les chars et l'artillerie de l'**armée** ont fourni un soutien crucial pendant la bataille.

someone who buys and uses services or goods

consommateur, consommatrice

consommateur, consommatrice

Ex: Online reviews play a significant role in helping consumers make informed choices .Les avis en ligne jouent un rôle important pour aider les **consommateurs** à faire des choix éclairés.

to try to change someone's opinion on something and gain their favor or support

convaincre, rallier à

convaincre, rallier à

Ex: Her kindness eventually won over even her harshest critics .Sa gentillesse a finalement **conquis** même ses critiques les plus sévères.
impressed
[Adjectif]

respecting or admiring a person or thing, particularly because of their excellent achievements or qualities

impressionné

impressionné

Ex: The audience was impressed with the performance of the orchestra.Le public a été **impressionné** par la performance de l'orchestre.
in
[Adjectif]

currently popular, trendy, or in style

à la mode

à la mode

Ex: Minimalist design is still very much in.Le design minimaliste est toujours très **à la mode**.
out
[Adjectif]

outdated and no longer considered in style or popular

démodé, passé

démodé, passé

Ex: Bright neon colors were in last summer, but now they’re out.Les couleurs néon vives étaient à la mode l'été dernier, mais maintenant elles sont **démodées**.

to cause something to begin, particularly initiating an event or process

commencer, démarrer

commencer, démarrer

Ex: The company kicked off the new product launch with a big advertising blitz .La société a **démarré** le lancement du nouveau produit avec une grande campagne publicitaire.

to aim or move straight towards a specific target or objective, often with precision or accuracy

Ex: The homed in on the suspect’s location using new evidence .

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

devenir à la mode, prendre

devenir à la mode, prendre

Ex: His music did n’t catch on until years after its release .Sa musique n'a pas **pris** avant des années après sa sortie.

to happen, often unexpectedly

se produire, arriver

se produire, arriver

Ex: The unexpected delay came about due to severe weather conditions .Le retard inattendu **est survenu** en raison de conditions météorologiques sévères.

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

trouver, imaginer

trouver, imaginer

Ex: We came up with a creative solution to the problem .Nous avons **trouvé** une solution créative au problème.

to become very dangerous or problematic in a way that demands immediate action

Ex: The labor came to a head as negotiations broke down , leading to a significant work stoppage .

to naturally excel at doing something

Ex: My has a good head for design and always creates beautiful interiors .

to show concern about someone, often someone who is in trouble, and do one's best to help them

Ex: The nonprofit organization was founded by individuals who had the community's interests at heart, working tirelessly to address pressing social issues.

used to express one's sadness or disappointment about something

Ex: As the final exam questions were handed outhis heart sank, realizing that he had forgotten to study the key topics .

to accept and confront the punishment or consequence of one's wrongdoings or irresponsible actions

Ex: Tomorrow , he will face the music and address the consequences of his actions .
to save face
[Phrase]

to take action or make a statement in order to avoid embarrassment, humiliation, or loss of respect

Ex: save face, he downplayed the severity of the failure .
to keep up
[verbe]

to stay knowledgeable and informed about current events or developments in a specific field or area of interest

se tenir informé, rester à jour

se tenir informé, rester à jour

Ex: In the rapidly evolving tech industry , it 's crucial to keep up with the latest advancements and trends .Dans l'industrie technologique en évolution rapide, il est crucial de **se tenir au courant** des dernières avancées et tendances.
charismatic
[Adjectif]

having an appealing and persuasive personality that attracts and influences others

charismatique, magnétique

charismatique, magnétique

Ex: The charismatic salesman effortlessly convinces customers with his persuasive pitch and confidence .Le vendeur **charismatique** convainc sans effort les clients avec son argumentaire persuasif et sa confiance.
inspirational
[Adjectif]

providing motivation, encouragement, enthusiasm, or a sense of purpose

inspirant, motivant

inspirant, motivant

Ex: The teacher 's inspirational words encouraged her students to believe in themselves and their abilities .Les mots **inspirants** de l'enseignant ont encouragé ses élèves à croire en eux-mêmes et en leurs capacités.
dignified
[Adjectif]

displaying calmness and seriousness in a manner that deserves respect

digne

digne

Ex: In her final moments , she maintained a dignified dignity , surrounded by loved ones and at peace with herself .Dans ses derniers moments, elle a maintenu une dignité **digne**, entourée de ses proches et en paix avec elle-même.
aloof
[Adjectif]

unfriendly or reluctant to socializing

distant, insociable

distant, insociable

Ex: The new student remained aloof on the first day of school , making it challenging for others to approach her .Le nouvel étudiant est resté **distant** le premier jour d'école, ce qui a rendu difficile pour les autres de l'approcher.
idealistic
[Adjectif]

believing that good things can happen or perfection can be achieved, while it is nearly impossible or impractical

idéaliste

idéaliste

Ex: The teacher 's idealistic belief in the potential of every student motivated them to provide personalized support and encouragement .La croyance **idéaliste** de l'enseignant dans le potentiel de chaque élève les a motivés à fournir un soutien et des encouragements personnalisés.
tireless
[Adjectif]

able to work continuously without becoming exhausted

infatigable, inlassable

infatigable, inlassable

Ex: Their tireless dedication to research helped make a breakthrough.Leur dévouement **infatigable** à la recherche a contribué à réaliser une percée.
trustworthy
[Adjectif]

able to be trusted or relied on

fiable

fiable

Ex: The trustworthy organization prioritizes transparency and accountability in its operations .L'organisation **digne de confiance** donne la priorité à la transparence et à la responsabilité dans ses opérations.
resolute
[Adjectif]

showing determination or a strong will in pursuing a goal or decision

résolu, déterminé

résolu, déterminé

Ex: Despite the challenges , he was resolute in his decision to pursue his dreams .Malgré les défis, il était **résolu** dans sa décision de poursuivre ses rêves.
nondescript
[Adjectif]

lacking in the qualities that make something or someone stand out or appear special, often appearing plain or ordinary

quelconque

quelconque

Ex: The book ’s cover was so nondescript that I almost overlooked it .La couverture du livre était si **banale** que je l'ai presque négligée.
to waver
[verbe]

to move in a rhythmic or repetitive pattern that rises and falls

fluctuer

fluctuer

Ex: The dancer 's flowing skirt wavered gracefully as she moved to the music .La jupe fluide de la danseuse **ondulait** gracieusement alors qu'elle se déplaçait sur la musique.
approachable
[Adjectif]

friendly and easy to talk to, making others feel comfortable and welcome in one's presence

accessible, accueillant

accessible, accueillant

Ex: The approachable neighbor greets everyone with a smile and a friendly word .Le voisin **accessible** salue tout le monde avec un sourire et un mot amical.
corrupt
[Adjectif]

using one's power or authority to do illegal things for personal gain or financial benefit

corrompu

corrompu

Ex: The corrupt police officers extorted money from citizens by threatening false charges .Les policiers **corrompus** extorquaient de l'argent aux citoyens en menaçant de fausses accusations.

(of a person) not showing pretentious behavior

Ex: The politician's down-to-earth demeanor resonates with voters, as they feel he genuinely understands their concerns.
drive
[nom]

a strong desire and determination to succeed

volonté

volonté

Ex: The team 's collective drive and dedication resulted in their triumphant victory at the championship .La **motivation** collective et le dévouement de l'équipe ont abouti à leur victoire triomphante au championnat.

a sense of seriousness, dignity, or importance that commands respect and attention from others

gravité, solennité

gravité, solennité

Ex: A leader with gravitas can influence others without raising their voice .Un leader avec **gravitas** peut influencer les autres sans élever la voix.

to have a lot of work that needs to be dealt with

Ex: After the promotion, she had her hands full with more duties than ever before.

(of a person) having extensive knowledge about or a lot of experience in a particular activity or job

vieux de la vieille, expert

vieux de la vieille, expert

Ex: " The old hand on the construction site offered valuable guidance to the new workers . "**Le vétéran** sur le chantier a offert des conseils précieux aux nouveaux travailleurs.

to experience success or good fortune, particularly after a period of facing challenges or setbacks

Ex: Following the company restructuring, many employees feared job loss, but fortunately, most of them landed on their feet with new opportunities within the organization.

to have a lot of things that need to be done

Ex: The nurses were rushed off their feet dealing with emergency cases all night.
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