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Competenze Lessicali SAT 3 - lezione 6

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virile
[aggettivo]

displaying manly qualities or characteristics

virile, mascolino

virile, mascolino

Ex: The actorvirile presence on stage captivated the audience with its masculinity .
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virago
[sostantivo]

a woman who is loud, ill-tempered, and aggressive

virago

virago

Ex: His description of his boss as virago was a reflection of their difficult working relationship .
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bellicose
[aggettivo]

displaying a willingness to start an argument, fight, or war

bellicoso

bellicoso

Ex: Jakebellicose attitude often leads to arguments with his classmates .
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belligerent
[aggettivo]

showing a strong desire to fight

belligerante

belligerante

Ex: Despite the peaceful setting , belligerent attitude of some guests was evident .
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viceroy
[sostantivo]

a type of butterfly with similar colorful markings to the monarch butterfly, black and orange, but typically smaller in size

viceré, farfalla viceré

viceré, farfalla viceré

Ex: In the garden , viceroy gracefully flitted from flower to flower , showcasing its vibrant orange and black wings .
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vicarious
[aggettivo]

living through the experiences of others through observation, empathy, or imagination as if they were one's own

vicariante, indiretto

vicariante, indiretto

Ex: Virtual reality technology can offer users vicarious exploration of faraway places or fantastical realms .
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aversion
[sostantivo]

a strong feeling of dislike toward someone or something

avversione

avversione

Ex: The child developed aversion to broccoli after a bad experience .
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to avert
[Verbo]

to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening

prevenire

prevenire

Ex: Strict safety protocols in the factory are in place avert accidents and ensure worker well-being .
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subjacent
[aggettivo]

located beneath or below something else

sottostante, sotterraneo

sottostante, sotterraneo

Ex: The building's subjacent structure supports the upper floors.
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subjection
[sostantivo]

the process of forcing something or someone under one's control

soggezione, sottomissione

soggezione, sottomissione

Ex: The rebellion was crushed , resulting in subjection of the insurgent forces .
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to use authority or force to bring under control, suppressing resistance and establishing subordination

sottomettere, sopprimere

sottomettere, sopprimere

Ex: The conqueror aimed not only subjugate the conquered but also to break their spirit , making them entirely submissive .
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bureau
[sostantivo]

a specific section within a government department which is responsible for specific tasks, functions, etc.

dipartimento

dipartimento

Ex: The bureau focuses on developing curriculum standards and ensuring the quality of education in schools across the region .
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bureaucracy
[sostantivo]

the group of people in the government who are chosen for their jobs rather than elected to handle administrative tasks

burocrazia, apparato burocratico

burocrazia, apparato burocratico

Ex: bureaucracy is responsible for managing public services such as issuing permits and licenses .
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to fete
[Verbo]

to honor and celebrate someone with a special often public event

festeggiare, onorare

festeggiare, onorare

Ex: A gala dinner was arranged fete the retiring professor for his years of dedicated service .
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festive
[aggettivo]

fitting for celebrations or cheerful occasions

festoso, celebrativo

festoso, celebrativo

Ex: The picnic in the park had festive vibe , with laughter , music , and a variety of delicious foods .
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festal
[aggettivo]

related to things associated with happy and merry celebrations

festivo, celebrativo

festivo, celebrativo

Ex: The streets were lined festal lights , transforming the city into a vibrant and celebratory space during the annual event .
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apolitical
[aggettivo]

having no interest or involvement in politics

apolitico

apolitico

Ex: The community center served as apolitical space , welcoming everyone regardless of their political beliefs to engage in recreational activities .
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asexual
[aggettivo]

not having any sexual characteristics or reproductive organs

asessuale, asessuato

asessuale, asessuato

Ex: Starfish can undergo asexual reproduction by regenerating from a severed arm.
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aboriginal
[aggettivo]

(of things or beings) existed in a particular region from the very beginning

aborigeno, autoctono

aborigeno, autoctono

Ex: aboriginal plants and animals of the forest have adapted to the changing environment over centuries .
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