Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Estados e Qualidades Favoráveis

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of the first water

[frase]

(of a diamond or pearl) of the finest or rarest quality

Ex: This restaurant is known for its cuisine of the first water, earning Michelin stars for its exceptional dishes.

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propitious

[adjetivo]

having a high probability of producing a successful result

propício, favorável

Ex: The propitious outcome of the initial tests suggested that the new technology would perform well on a larger scale .O resultado **proveitoso** dos testes iniciais sugeriu que a nova tecnologia teria um bom desempenho em maior escala.

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sanguine

[adjetivo]

having a confident, hopeful, and positive outlook for the future

optimista, confiante

Ex: Despite the difficulties , their sanguine approach to the problem led to innovative solutions .Apesar das dificuldades, a abordagem **otimista** deles ao problema levou a soluções inovadoras.

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sumptuous

[adjetivo]

having a rich and luxurious quality

suntuoso, luxuoso

Ex: The historic mansion 's dining room was adorned with sumptuous chandeliers and antique furniture .A sala de jantar da mansão histórica estava adornada com lustres **suntuosos** e móveis antigos.

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dapper

[adjetivo]

(typically of a man) stylish and neat in appearance, often characterized by well-groomed attire and attention to detail

elegante, cuidado

Ex: His dapper appearance made him a hit with the ladies at the party.Sua aparência **elegante** o tornou um sucesso com as damas na festa.

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to exult

[verbo]

to rejoice greatly or celebrate very cheerfully

exultar, alegrar-se muito

Ex: She could n’t help but exult when she received the good news about her promotion .Ela não pôde deixar de **exultar** quando recebeu a boa notícia sobre sua promoção.

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exultation

[substantivo]

an intense and uplifting feeling of great happiness or triumph

exultação, júbilo

Ex: Winning the case filled her with exultation.Ganhar o caso a encheu de **exultação**.

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frugal

[adjetivo]

careful to not spend money in an unnecessary or wasteful way

econômico, frugal

Ex: Her frugal mindset encourages her to repair items rather than replacing them .Sua mentalidade **frugal** a incentiva a consertar itens em vez de substituí-los.

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urbane

[adjetivo]

sophisticated, refined, and exudes confidence from extensive social experience

urbano, refinado

Ex: His urbane manners were evident as he smoothly guided the dinner conversation .Suas maneiras **urbanas** eram evidentes enquanto ele conduzia suavemente a conversa do jantar.

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aesthetic

[adjetivo]

relating to the enjoyment or appreciation of beauty or art, especially visual art

estético

Ex: Her blog is dedicated to exploring the aesthetic aspects of contemporary architecture .O blog dela é dedicado a explorar os aspectos **estéticos** da arquitetura contemporânea.

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salient

[adjetivo]

standing out due to its importance or relevance

saliente, importante

Ex: The professor discussed the salient themes of the novel, focusing on the central ideas that shaped the narrative.O professor discutiu os temas **salientes** do romance, focando nas ideias centrais que moldaram a narrativa.

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boon

[substantivo]

something that is beneficial or advantageous, like a blessing or favor that is granted

bênção, vantagem

Ex: The arrival of rain after a long drought was seen as a boon for farmers , ensuring the growth of their crops and livestock .A chegada da chuva após uma longa seca foi vista como uma **bênção** para os agricultores, garantindo o crescimento de suas colheitas e gado.

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rarefied

[adjetivo]

having an elevated quality, either morally or intellectually, that is far above the ordinary

refinado, elevado

Ex: They discussed philosophy in rarefied terms beyond everyday concerns .Eles discutiram filosofia em termos **elevados** além das preocupações cotidianas.

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feather in one's cap

[frase]

a thing that someone takes pride in, such as an accomplishment, honor, etc.

Ex: Being selected as the team captain was a feather in his cap, reflecting his leadership skills and dedication to the sport.

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fortuitous

[adjetivo]

happening unexpectedly in a way that brings good fortune or benefit

fortuito, casual

Ex: The timing of their meeting was fortuitous, as they both happened to be in the same place at the same time .A vitória **fortuita** dela na rifa pagou as férias inteiras.

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palatial

[adjetivo]

grand, luxurious, or spacious enough to evoke the style of a palace

suntuoso, luxuoso

Ex: The Hollywood star 's red carpet gown was designed with palatial elegance .Seu escritório era **palaciano** em comparação com os cubículos apertados nas proximidades.

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amorous

[adjetivo]

suggestive of sexual desire

amoroso, erótico

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ardor

[substantivo]

strong enthusiasm or passionate eagerness, often for a cause, goal, or activity

ardor, fervor

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august

[adjetivo]

impressive and worthy of respect

majestoso, imponente

Ex: The library housed an august collection of rare manuscripts and first editions.A biblioteca abrigava uma coleção **augusta** de manuscritos raros e primeiras edições.

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blithe

[adjetivo]

appearing cheerfully untroubled by problems or difficulties

despreocupado, alegre

Ex: The group of friends walked down the beach with a blithe energy, playfully splashing each other and reveling in the sunshine.O grupo de amigos caminhava pela praia com uma energia **despreocupada**, brincando de molhar uns aos outros e se deleitando com o sol.

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boisterous

[adjetivo]

marked by a lack of control or discipline

turbulento, barulhento

Ex: She found the boisterous celebrations in the streets overwhelming .Suas travessuras **barulhentas** fizeram com que fossem expulsos do teatro.

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consonance

[substantivo]

a musical quality where tones or chords blend smoothly, producing a sense of stability or pleasantness

consonância, harmonia

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au courant

[adjetivo]

knowledgeable about the latest information, trends, or developments

atualizado, informado

Ex: The fashion designer is au courant with the latest trends in Paris .O estilista de moda está **a par** das últimas tendências em Paris.

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elysian

[adjetivo]

so beautiful, perfect, or delightful that it seems divinely inspired

elísio, divinamente inspirado

Ex: He described the meal as an Elysian experience of flavor .Ele descreveu a refeição como uma experiência **elísia** de sabor.

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idyllic

[adjetivo]

(of a place or setting) extremely beautiful, peaceful, and perfect in a way that seems like it is from an idealized picture or story

idílico, bucólico

Ex: The idyllic autumn scene with colorful leaves and crisp air was straight out of a postcard .A cena outonal **idílica** com folhas coloridas e ar fresco parecia saída diretamente de um cartão postal.

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