Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Stile e Atmosfera

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luxurious

[aggettivo]

extremely comfortable, elegant, and often made with high-quality materials or features

lussuoso

Ex: He enjoyed a luxurious lifestyle , traveling in private jets and staying at five-star hotels .Godette di uno stile di vita **lussuoso**, viaggiando in jet privati e soggiornando in hotel a cinque stelle.

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pretentious

[aggettivo]

trying too hard to attract attention or impress others

pretenzioso

Ex: Her pretentious attitude made her seem insincere to her colleagues .Ha pubblicato selfie **pretenziosi** per guadagnare follower.

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subtle

[aggettivo]

difficult to notice or detect because of its slight or delicate nature

sottile

Ex: The changes to the menu were subtle but effective , enhancing the overall dining experience .I cambiamenti al menu erano **sottili** ma efficaci, migliorando l'esperienza complessiva del pasto.

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bizarre

[aggettivo]

strange or unexpected in appearance, style, or behavior

bizzarro

Ex: His bizarre collection of vintage medical equipment , displayed prominently in his living room , made guests uneasy .La sua **bizzarra** collezione di attrezzature mediche vintage, esposta in bella vista nel soggiorno, metteva a disagio gli ospiti.

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bustling

[aggettivo]

(of a place or environment) full of activity, energy, and excitement, often with a lot of people moving around and engaged in various tasks or social interactions

animato, vivace

Ex: The bustling airport was a hive of activity , with travelers rushing to catch their flights .L'aeroporto **animato** era un alveare di attività, con viaggiatori che si affrettavano a prendere i loro voli.

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edgy

[aggettivo]

characterized by daring, avant-garde, or unconventional elements, often standing out visually or stylistically from the norm

Ex: The designer 's edgy jewelry line combined sharp geometric shapes with dark gemstones .

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light-hearted

[aggettivo]

cheerful and free of concern or anxiety

spensierato

Ex: The light-hearted melody of the song brought smiles to the faces of everyone in the room .La melodia **leggera** della canzone ha portato sorrisi sui volti di tutti nella stanza.

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futuristic

[aggettivo]

having extremely modern, innovative technology or design, often resembling what might be expected in the future

futuristico, avanguardista

Ex: The city ’s new airport has a futuristic look , with sleek glass walls and automated systems .Il nuovo aeroporto della città ha un aspetto **futuristico**, con pareti di vetro eleganti e sistemi automatizzati.

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primitive

[aggettivo]

basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

primitivo, rudimentale

Ex: The technology they were using seemed primitive by today 's standards .La tecnologia che stavano usando sembrava **primitiva** secondo gli standard odierni.

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charm

[sostantivo]

a quality or trait that attracts others and creates a positive impression

fascino, attrazione

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flamboyant

[aggettivo]

exhibiting striking and showy characteristics, often characterized by extravagance or exuberance

sgargiante

Ex: The hotel lobby was adorned with flamboyant artwork and luxurious furnishings , creating an atmosphere of opulence and grandeur that impressed even the most discerning guests .La hall dell'hotel era adornata con opere d'arte **sgargianti** e arredi lussuosi, creando un'atmosfera di opulenza e grandiosità che impressionava anche gli ospiti più esigenti.

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classy

[aggettivo]

possessing a stylish, sophisticated, and elegant quality

elegante, raffinato

Ex: The newlywed couple chose a classy venue for their wedding reception , creating a memorable and sophisticated celebration .La coppia di sposini ha scelto una location **elegante** per il loro ricevimento di nozze, creando una celebrazione memorabile e sofisticata.

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tranquil

[aggettivo]

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

tranquillo, pacifico

Ex: His tranquil demeanor helped calm those around him during the stressful situation.Il suo contegno **tranquillo** ha aiutato a calmare quelli intorno a lui durante la situazione stressante.

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vibrancy

[sostantivo]

the quality of being bright, vivid, and striking in appearance

vivacità

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leisurely

[aggettivo]

carried out in a relaxed and unhurried manner

rilassato, piacevole

Ex: The leisurely bike ride along the country roads was a pleasant way to spend the day .La passeggiata in bicicletta **tranquilla** lungo le strade di campagna è stato un modo piacevole di passare la giornata.

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period

[aggettivo]

typical of or relating to a specific historical time, especially used for things like fashion, furniture, or films

d'epoca, storico

Ex: The film's accuracy in period detail was impressive.La precisione del film nei dettagli **d'epoca** era impressionante.

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jokey

[aggettivo]

intended to be humorous

scherzoso, umoristico

Ex: They kept things light and jokey during the meeting.Hanno mantenuto le cose leggere e **scherzose** durante la riunione.

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ponderous

[aggettivo]

possessing the quality of being very boring, slow, and serious, particularly used for speeches and writings

ponderoso

Ex: His ponderous delivery of the speech seemed to put the audience to sleep .La sua **pesante** consegna del discorso sembrava mettere a dormire il pubblico.

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splendor

[sostantivo]

the impressive beauty or magnificence of something, often characterized by richness, brilliance, or grandeur

splendore, magnificenza

Ex: The opera house interior was designed with luxurious splendor, featuring crystal chandeliers and velvet curtains .L'interno dell'opera è stato progettato con uno **splendore** lussuoso, caratterizzato da lampadari di cristallo e tende di velluto.

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exuberant

[aggettivo]

filled with lively energy and excitement

esuberante

Ex: The exuberant puppy bounded around the yard , chasing after anything that moved .Il cucciolo **esuberante** saltellava intorno al cortile, inseguendo qualsiasi cosa si muovesse.

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hustle and bustle

[Frase]

a busy, noisy, and active environment or situation

Ex: After living in the suburbs, the hustle and bustle of downtown was a big adjustment for him.