Compétences Lexicales SAT 5 - Leçon 28

to experience intense physical or emotional pain or distress

angoisser pour

to make a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating, or cleaning it

rénover

to rub a surface to make it smooth, shiny, or glossy, often using a tool or an abrasive material

polir

to clean, refine, and shine something

fourbir

to damage the appearance of something by causing a flaw or imperfection

ternir

to make dull, dark, or discolored as a consequence of exposure to air, dust, or moisture

ternir

to engage in a short argument

s'accrocher

to wave or swing something, usually a weapon, as a sign of threat or excitement

brandir

to fill a place or container with something, especially after it has been used or emptied

remplir de nouveau

to strongly advice a person to take a particular action

réprimander

to generously give or spend, especially on luxurious or extravagant things

prodiguer

to use constant and gentle flattery to make someone do something

flatter

to make up for the expense or cost of something

défrayer

to cause someone lose interest through excessive use of something initially pleasing

être écœurant

to accompany or escort a person or group as a means of protection

escorter

to press or grind your teeth together to show pain or anger

grincer

to wait in a concealed location and launch a surprise attack on a target

tendre une embuscade à

to meet at an agreed-upon time and place, often for a specific purpose or activity

se retrouver