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Total English - Advanced
nuclear
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
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.
medicine

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.
argument

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
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
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
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.
influence

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
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
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.
consumer

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 win over

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
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
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
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 kick off

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 [home] in on {sb/sth}

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

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

(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 come about

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 come up with

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 [come] to a head

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

Ex: The labor strike came to a head as negotiations broke down, leading to a significant work stoppage.
to [have] a (good|) head for {sth}

to naturally excel at doing something

Ex: My sister has a good head for design and always creates beautiful interiors.
to [have] {one's} (best|) interests at heart

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.
{one's} heart [sink]

used to express one's sadness or disappointment about something

Ex: As the final exam questions were handed out, his heart sank, realizing that he had forgotten to study the key topics.
to [face] the music

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

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

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

Ex: In order to save face, he downplayed the severity of the failure.
to keep up
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
down to earth

(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
drive
[nom]

a series of coordinated actions aimed at achieving a goal or advancing a principle

volonté

volonté

Ex: The fundraising drive exceeded its target within a week .
gravitas

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] {one's} hands full

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.
old hand

(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 [land] on {one's} feet

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 [be|get] (run|rushed) off {one's} feet

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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