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abstract
[Adjectif]

existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence

abstrait

abstrait

Ex: Love is abstract concept that can not be touched .
striking
[Adjectif]

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

séduisant

séduisant

Ex: He had striking look with his tall frame and distinctive tattoos , making him unforgettable .
avant-garde
[Adjectif]

innovative, experimental, or unconventional in style or approach, especially in the arts

avant-gardiste, d'avant-garde

avant-gardiste, d'avant-garde

Ex: In the realm of visual artavant-garde painters explore new forms of expression , pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to create groundbreaking works that defy categorization .
tranquil
[Adjectif]

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

calme

calme

Ex: His tranquil demeanor helped calm those around him during the stressful situation.
colorful
[Adjectif]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

coloré, colorée

coloré, colorée

Ex: The springtime brought a burst colorful blossoms to the park .
plain
[Adjectif]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

simple, uni

simple, uni

Ex: Her phone case was plain black, offering basic protection without any decorative elements.
traditional
[Adjectif]

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

traditionnel

traditionnel

Ex: The companytraditional dress code requires formal attire , while other workplaces are adopting casual policies .
monochrome
[Adjectif]

(of a picture or photograph) containing or portraying images in black and white or different shades of a single color only

monochrome

monochrome

Ex: The monochrome design of the website used only blue tones to maintain a cohesive look.
disturbing
[Adjectif]

causing a strong feeling of worry or discomfort

troublant, inquiétant

troublant, inquiétant

Ex: The book explores disturbing truths about human nature.
figurative
[Adjectif]

representing people, animals and objects and forms as they appear in the real world

figuratif

figuratif

Ex: Figurative art often tells a story through realistic imagery .
dull
[Adjectif]

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

terne

terne

Ex: She wore dull brown sweater that blended into the background .
stunning
[Adjectif]

very beautiful, attractive, or impressive

sensationnel, éblouissant

sensationnel, éblouissant

Ex: The movie 's special effects were stunning that they felt almost real .
taste
[nom]

the ability to recognize something with good quality or high standard, especially in art, style, beauty, etc., based on personal preferences

le goût, le sens du goût

le goût, le sens du goût

Ex: Developing a taste in fashion often involves exploring different styles and understanding personal preferences .

to have a strong interest or attraction toward a particular person or thing

Ex: He’s into sports, especially basketball, and watches every game.

a type of activity, subject, etc. that one is very good at or enjoys very much

Ex: If horror movies areyour cup of tea, you might want to skip this one .
evocative
[Adjectif]

bringing strong memories, emotions, or images to mind

évocateur, évoquant

évocateur, évoquant

Ex: The artist 's work was evocative, it brought forth memories of lost love .
intriguing
[Adjectif]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

fascinant

fascinant

Ex: His peculiar habits and eccentric personality made him intriguing character to his neighbors .
quirky
[Adjectif]

having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

bizarre, original

bizarre, original

Ex: The moviequirky characters added a touch of humor to the plot .
cliched
[Adjectif]

lacking originality or freshness

stéréotypé, banal

stéréotypé, banal

Ex: The comedian relied on clichéd jokes that didn't resonate with the modern audience.
breathtaking
[Adjectif]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

incroyable

incroyable

Ex: Walking through the ancient ruins, I was struck by the breathtaking scale of the architecture and the rich history that surrounded me.
novel
[Adjectif]

new and unlike anything else

nouveau

nouveau

Ex: He came up with novel strategy to improve sales .

a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

stéréotype

stéréotype

Ex: The ad challenged stereotype that certain jobs are only for men .
unconventional
[Adjectif]

not following established customs or norms

non conventionnel, atypique

non conventionnel, atypique

Ex: unconventional lifestyle choices often led to interesting conversations at social gatherings .

to start something new and innovative that sets an example or leads to significant advancements in a particular field or industry

Ex: The film director's innovative approach to storytelling broke ground and challenged traditional filmmaking techniques.
to pique
[verbe]

to trigger a strong emotional reaction in someone, such as anger, resentment, or offense

agacer, déranger, offenser

agacer, déranger, offenser

Ex: Her critical piqued his annoyance .

a strong wish to learn something or to know more about something

curiosité

curiosité

Ex: The childcuriosity about how things worked often led to hours of experimentation and learning .

to suddenly become attentive or alert, often due to something surprising or remarkable

Ex: His exceptional performance in the competition caused everyone sit up and take notice.
classic
[Adjectif]

simple, traditional, and appealing, with a timeless quality that stays in fashion regardless of trends

classique

classique

Ex: classic grey suit is perfect for any formal occasion , regardless of changing trends .
classical
[Adjectif]

following a long-established, highly regarded, and standard form, style, or set of ideas

classique

classique

Ex: The novel ’s themes classical ideas of heroism and sacrifice .

a situation or a chance where doing or achieving something particular becomes possible or easier

occasion, possibilité

occasion, possibilité

Ex: Learning a new language opportunities for travel and cultural exchange .

the quality of having the capacity to improve, succeed, or develop into something in the future

possibilité, potentiel

possibilité, potentiel

Ex: The startup ’s innovative approach holds possibility of disrupting the entire industry .
in the end
[Adverbe]

used to refer to the conclusion or outcome of a situation or event

finalement, en fin de compte

finalement, en fin de compte

Ex: He had doubts at first , in the end, he trusted his instincts .

to be accepted or integrated into a group of people who share a common cultural, social, or economic status

s'adapter à, s'intégrer dans

s'adapter à, s'intégrer dans

Ex: Sometimes it can be difficult fit into a new group of friends , but she eventually found her place .
to suit
[verbe]

to be a good or acceptable match for someone or something's preferences, needs, or circumstances

correspondre, convenir

correspondre, convenir

Ex: This job suits my career aspirations and offers room for growth .

a span of time which we do not work or go to school, and spend traveling or resting instead, particularly in a different city, country, etc.

vacances

vacances

Ex: I need vacation to relax and recharge my batteries .
vacancy
[nom]

(in a hotel, etc.) an available room

chambre libre

chambre libre

Ex: The innkeeper offered a discount on vacancy to attract more guests during the offseason .

information and statements that are mostly biased and false and are used to promote a political cause or leader

propagande

propagande

Ex: The rise of social media has made it easier to propaganda quickly and widely .

a paid announcement that draws public attention to a product or service

publicité

publicité

Ex: advertising methods like TV and radio are still very effective for large brands .
sensible
[Adjectif]

(of a person) displaying good judgment

sensé, judicieux

sensé, judicieux

Ex: sensible, she avoided risky investments .
sensitive
[Adjectif]

capable of understanding other people's emotions and caring for them

sensible

sensible

Ex: The nursesensitive care helped put the patient at ease .

at the same time as what is being stated

Ex: I ’m not at the moment, but I ’ll call you later .
actually
[Adverbe]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

vraiment

vraiment

Ex: The old building , believed to be abandoned , actually a thriving art studio .
friendly
[Adjectif]

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

sympathique, gentil, gentille

sympathique, gentil, gentille

Ex: friendly smile made the difficult conversation feel less awkward .
sympathetic
[Adjectif]

showing care and understanding toward other people, especially when they are not feeling good

sympathique

sympathique

Ex: The therapist provided sympathetic environment for her clients to share their emotions .
to assist
[verbe]

to help a person in performing a task, achieving a goal, or dealing with a problem

aider, assister

aider, assister

Ex: The assisted the athlete in improving their performance .
to attend
[verbe]

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

assister à

assister à

Ex: As a professional , it is essential attend industry conferences for networking opportunities .
reunion
[nom]

the act or process of coming together again after being separated

réunion

réunion

Ex: The reunion gave old classmates a chance to reconnect .
meeting
[nom]

an event in which people meet, either in person or online, to talk about something

réunion

réunion

Ex: We have meeting scheduled for 10 a.m. tomorrow .
to prove
[verbe]

to show that something is true through the use of evidence or facts

prouver

prouver

Ex: The experiment proves the hypothesis .
to test
[verbe]

to take actions to check the quality, reliability, or performance of something

tester, éprouver

tester, éprouver

Ex: The chef test different recipes to find the perfect combination of flavors .
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