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Competenze Lessicali SAT 6 - lezione 30

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concise
[aggettivo]

giving a lot of information briefly and clearly

conciso

conciso

Ex: The editor appreciated the authorconcise writing style .
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fetid
[aggettivo]

having a strong and unpleasant smell

maleodorante, fetido

maleodorante, fetido

Ex: The sewer system malfunctioned , releasing fetid stench that wafted through the neighborhood .
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serene
[aggettivo]

characterized by calmness, tranquility, and peacefulness

sereno, tranquillo

sereno, tranquillo

Ex: The spa serene surroundings and calming music , allowing guests to relax and unwind from their busy lives .
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dour
[aggettivo]

severe or stern in manner or appearance, often suggesting a lack of humor, warmth, or friendliness

rigido, serioso

rigido, serioso

Ex: The dour look from the security guard warned visitors that joking around was not tolerated in the museum.
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svelte
[aggettivo]

(of a woman) elegant and slender in built

svelto

svelto

Ex: Despite his busy schedule , he made time for regular exercise to svelte and fit .
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slapdash
[avverbio]

in a rushed and careless manner

in fretta e furia, alla bell'e meglio

in fretta e furia, alla bell'e meglio

Ex: Written slapdash, the essay lacked structure and coherence.
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rapid
[aggettivo]

occurring or moving with great speed

rapido

rapido

Ex: The rapid growth of the city led to urban development.
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lukewarm
[aggettivo]

having a lack of enthusiasm or interest

tiepido, indifferente

tiepido, indifferente

Ex: The restaurant lukewarm reviews , with customers citing a lack of flavor in the dishes .
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tepid
[aggettivo]

having a mild warmth that is closer to cool than hot

tiepido, temperato

tiepido, temperato

Ex: Her tea was tepid and lacked the desired warmth .
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crass
[aggettivo]

lacking sensitivity, refinement, or tact, often displaying vulgarity or rudeness

grossolano, vulgarmente

grossolano, vulgarmente

Ex: Despite his wealth , crass displays of opulence only served to alienate him from his peers .
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trenchant
[aggettivo]

clearly defined or sharply outlined, like the distinct boundaries between two ideas or concepts

ben definito, marcatamente distinto

ben definito, marcatamente distinto

Ex: The authortrenchant writing style made her arguments clear and easily understandable to readers .
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mundane
[aggettivo]

characterized by a focus on practical or worldly affairs, rather than abstract or theoretical considerations

mondano, banale

mondano, banale

Ex: The consultant offered advice on mundane processes in the office , aiming to increase efficiency and productivity .
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jubilant
[aggettivo]

experiencing or expressing extreme happiness

Ex: The surprise birthday party left jubilant, surrounded by friends and family expressing their love and good wishes .
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stolid
[aggettivo]

staying calm and displaying little or no interest or emotions

impassibile

impassibile

Ex: She sat there with stolid expression , unaffected by the excitement around her .
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staid
[aggettivo]

dignified, respectable, and showing little or no excitement or change

serio, riservato

serio, riservato

Ex: The restaurantstaid décor and classic menu appealed to patrons seeking a refined dining experience .
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spartan
[aggettivo]

characterized by strict self-discipline, frugality, or simplicity

spartano

spartano

Ex: In the face of adversity , she displayed spartan resolve , facing challenges head-on with courage and fortitude .
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shrewd
[aggettivo]

having or showing good judgement, especially in business or politics

scaltro

scaltro

Ex: shrewd analysis of the situation enabled her to make strategic moves that outmaneuvered her competitors .
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hoarse
[aggettivo]

having a rough, harsh, and weak voice, usually due to a sore throat or excessive use

rauca

rauca

Ex: He tried to sing , but his voice hoarse and cracked .
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observant
[aggettivo]

very good at or quick in noticing small details in someone or something

osservanti

osservanti

Ex: observant teacher recognized the signs of distress in a student and offered support before the situation escalated .
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