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Competenze Lessicali SAT 6 - lezione 33

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verdant
[aggettivo]

characterized by lush, green vegetation or landscapes, typically indicating abundance and freshness

verdeggiante, lussureggiante

verdeggiante, lussureggiante

Ex: From the balcony , they enjoyed panoramic views of verdant valley below , where fields of crops flourished under the sun 's warm rays .
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askew
[avverbio]

in a crooked or tilted position

inclinato, storto

inclinato, storto

Ex: He tilted his head askew, a mischievous grin playing on his lips as he considered his next move.
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turgid
[aggettivo]

(of speech or writing) using a serious and elevated style that makes it tedious and complicated

turgido

turgido

Ex: The legal document was filled turgid language that made it nearly impossible to understand .
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jocund
[aggettivo]

cheerful, lively, and full of high spirits, radiating an infectious sense of joy and merriment

giocondo, allegro

giocondo, allegro

Ex: As the sun set over the horizon, they danced under the stars, their jocund laughter mingling with the sound of music.
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livid
[aggettivo]

extremely angry, furious, or emotionally agitated

furibonda, infuriante

furibonda, infuriante

Ex: The customer livid because the restaurant got his order wrong for the third time .
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dank
[aggettivo]

damp, musty, and often cold or unpleasantly humid

umido, maleodorante

umido, maleodorante

Ex: The dungeon was cold and dank, its stone walls covered in moss and mildew.
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rapt
[aggettivo]

fully absorbed or captivated by something

rapito

rapito

Ex: The photographer captured the couplerapt expressions as they exchanged vows during the wedding ceremony .
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forte
[aggettivo]

played or sung loudly or with strong emphasis

forte, potente

forte, potente

Ex: The brass section's forte entrance in the jazz ensemble brought a burst of excitement and vigor to the piece.
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agog
[aggettivo]

feeling or showing great interest and anticipation for something or someone

ansioso

ansioso

Ex: The book club was agog with anticipation for the release of the next installment in their favorite series.
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sordid
[aggettivo]

relating to a disgraceful and corrupted action

sordido

sordido

Ex: The documentary exposed sordid exploitation behind the company 's success .
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brash
[aggettivo]

overly bold, impudent, or lacking in sensitivity

temerario, spavaldo

temerario, spavaldo

Ex: brash decision to confront her boss in front of the entire team resulted in an uncomfortable situation for everyone involved .
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nuptial
[aggettivo]

relating to marriage or the wedding ceremony

nuziale, matrimoniale

nuziale, matrimoniale

Ex: The photographer captured every special moment of nuptial celebration , preserving memories that would last a lifetime .
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ulterior
[aggettivo]

existing beyond what is readily apparent or visible, often intentionally hidden or concealed

sottinteso, occulto

sottinteso, occulto

Ex: She agreed to meet him for dinner but could n't shake the feeling that he ulterior plans for wanting to see her again .
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threadbare
[aggettivo]

tired, overused, or lacking in freshness or originality

consunto, stanco

consunto, stanco

Ex: The teacherthreadbare lesson plan failed to engage the students , who were bored by the repetitive activities and outdated material .
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apropos
[aggettivo]

relevant, suitable, or appropriate in a given context or situation

pertinente, adeguato

pertinente, adeguato

Ex: The decision to postpone the meeting was not apropos given the urgency of the situation.
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gruff
[aggettivo]

characterized by a rough and deep tone, often sounding harsh

ruvido, duro

ruvido, duro

Ex: In the dimly lit alley , we heard gruff laughter of the men gathered around the fire .
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rabid
[aggettivo]

affected by a viral disease that causes extreme aggression, foaming at the mouth, and other symptoms, typically seen in animals like dogs

Ex: rabid squirrel bit several people before it was captured and tested for rabies .
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demure
[aggettivo]

reserved, modest, and shy in manner or appearance, also exhibiting a subtle charm or playfulness

riservata, modesta

riservata, modesta

Ex: The demure waitress caught his attention with her shy smile, making him wonder what secrets lay behind her quiet facade.
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aloof
[aggettivo]

unfriendly or reluctant to socializing

distante

distante

Ex: The new student aloof on the first day of school , making it challenging for others to approach her .
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