Il libro Total English - Avanzato - Unità 6 - Lezione 3

a compelling charm or attractiveness that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others

carisma

hard to achieve, find, remember, or define

elusivo

to corrupt or influence someone or something with a particular idea, belief, or ideology, often in a contagious or spreading manner

infettare, contaminare

the range or distance within which a sound or voice can be heard

portata uditiva, raggio d'azione acustica

having an appealing and persuasive personality that attracts and influences others

carismatico, affascinante

providing motivation, encouragement, enthusiasm, or a sense of purpose

ispiratore, ispirazionale

displaying calmness and seriousness in a manner that deserves respect

dignitoso

unfriendly or reluctant to socializing

distante

believing that good things can happen or perfection can be achieved, while it is nearly impossible or impractical

idealistico

able to work continuously without becoming exhausted

instancabile, infuocato

able to be trusted or relied on

fidato

determined, firm, and unwavering in one's beliefs, decisions, or actions

risoluto, determinato

to move in a rhythmic or repetitive pattern that rises and falls

oscillare, vacillare

friendly and easy to talk to, making others feel comfortable and welcome in one's presence

accessibile, approfondito

using one's power or authority to do illegal things for personal gain or financial benefit

corrotto

lacking in the qualities that make something or someone stand out or appear special, often appearing plain or ordinary

anonimo, banale

(of a person) not showing pretentious behavior

con i piedi per terra

a sense of seriousness, dignity, or importance that commands respect and attention from others

gravitas, serietà