Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Generositet, Vänlighet och Lugn

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altruistic

[adjektiv]

acting selflessly for the well-being of others, often prioritizing their needs over one's own

altruistisk, osjälvisk

Ex: The altruistic acts of kindness , such as helping an elderly neighbor , became her daily routine .De **altruistiska** vänlighetshandlingarna, som att hjälpa en äldre granne, blev hennes dagliga rutin.

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amenable

[adjektiv]

very likely to be cooperative, agreeable, or accepting of a request or suggestion

samarbetsvillig, medgörlig

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aplomb

[Substantiv]

a type of manner that is composed and confident, often when one is facing a difficult situation

självförtroende, lugn

Ex: She answered the difficult questions with the aplomb of an experienced speaker .Hon svarade på de svåra frågorna med den **säkerhet** som en erfaren talare har.

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clemency

[Substantiv]

compassion shown by a person in authority, especially by reducing a punishment

nåd, förbarmande

Ex: Clemency can be a powerful tool for justice when used wisely .**Nåd** kan vara ett kraftfullt verktyg för rättvisa när den används klokt.

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to commiserate

[Verb]

to express sympathy or pity, especially with someone who is experiencing misfortune, hardship, or sorrow

hålla medömkan, beklaga

Ex: It 's human nature to commiserate when we see others going through tough times .Det är mänsklig natur att **hysa medkänsla** när vi ser andra gå igenom tuffa tider.

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complaisant

[adjektiv]

eager to please, often showing a courteous attitude toward others

medgörlig, tjänstvillig

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conciliatory

[adjektiv]

meaning to end a dispute or to stop or lessen someone's anger

försonande, lugnande

Ex: She gave a conciliatory speech to address the concerns of the frustrated employees .Hon höll ett **försonande** tal för att adressera de frustrerade anställdas bekymmer.

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deference

[Substantiv]

considerate respect for another person's feelings or preferences

Ex: When discussing sensitive topics , it is important to approach the conversation with deference, taking care to consider the feelings and perspectives of others involved .

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equable

[adjektiv]

calm and even-tempered

Ex: An equable co-worker helped calm frazzled nerves before the big meeting.

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equanimity

[Substantiv]

the ability to maintain one's emotional balance and composure regardless of external circumstances

lugn, balans

Ex: Facing the medical diagnosis with equanimity enabled her to process the implications clearly without panicking .Att möta den medicinska diagnosen med **lugn** gjorde det möjligt för henne att bearbeta konsekvenserna tydligt utan att få panik.

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halcyon

[adjektiv]

full of calmness, happiness, and prosperity

fridfull, lycklig

Ex: The halcyon atmosphere of the beach resort made it a perfect destination for relaxation.Den **fridfulla** stämningen på badorten gjorde den till en perfekt destination för avkoppling.

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imperturbable

[adjektiv]

consistently calm, restrained, and composed

orubblig, lugn

Ex: His imperturbable expression revealed none of his inner thoughts .Hans **orubbliga** uttryck avslöjade inga av hans inre tankar.

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magnanimity

[Substantiv]

great generosity in giving or in showing kindness, especially toward someone less powerful or a former opponent

storsinthet, exceptionell generositet

Ex: Acts of magnanimity can turn enemies into friends .Handlingar av **storsinthet** kan förvandla fiender till vänner.

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phlegmatic

[adjektiv]

able to keep a calm demeanor and not get emotional easily

flegmatisk, olikörlig

Ex: The phlegmatic patient remained calm throughout the lengthy procedure .Den **flegmatiska** patienten förblev lugn under hela den långa proceduren.

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sobriety

[Substantiv]

a serious, earnest, or dignified manner

nykterhet, allvar

Ex: The sobriety of the moment was felt by everyone present .**Nyktra** stunden kändes av alla närvarande.

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solicitous

[adjektiv]

displaying careful, watchful attention, often in a way that shows eagerness to help or please

omtänksam, uppmärksam

Ex: She gave a solicitous glance toward her friend , sensing he needed support .Hon gav en **omsorgsfull** blick mot sin vän, kännande att han behövde stöd.

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tractable

[adjektiv]

(of people or animals) easily controlled or influenced by external factors or authority

medgörlig, hanterbar

Ex: The manager preferred to work with tractable employees who followed instructions well .Chefen föredrog att arbeta med **medgörliga** anställda som följde instruktionerna väl.

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laudable

[adjektiv]

(of an idea, intention, or act) deserving of admiration and praise, regardless of success

berömvärd

Ex: The team 's commitment to environmental sustainability is laudable.Lagets engagemang för miljömässig hållbarhet är **berömvärt**.

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magnanimous

[adjektiv]

showing noble character and generosity of spirit, often linked to moral greatness and dignity

storsint, generös

Ex: A truly magnanimous person gives without expecting anything in return .En verkligt **storsint** person ger utan att förvänta sig något tillbaka.

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munificent

[adjektiv]

showing generosity in respect of one's possessions, such as time, money, etc.

generös, givmild

Ex: The university benefited from a munificent endowment, allowing it to expand its programs.Universitetet drog nytta av en **generös** donation, vilket gjorde det möjligt att expandera sina program.

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obeisance

[Substantiv]

behavior that expresses respect, submission, or duty toward someone in authority or of higher status

vördnad, lydnad

Ex: The soldiers saluted the commanding officer as a gesture of obeisance before carrying out their orders .Den anställdes **lydnad** mot företagspolicyn gav honom beröm från ledningen.

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curtsy

[Substantiv]

a formal gesture of respect or greeting, performed by women or girls, involving a slight lowering of the body by bending the knees

nigning, bugning

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to revere

[Verb]

to feel deep respect or admiration for someone or something

dyrka, ära

Ex: The community chose to revere the environmental activist for her tireless efforts to promote sustainability .Samhället valde att **vörda** miljöaktivisten för hennes outtröttliga insatser för att främja hållbarhet.

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docile

[adjektiv]

accepting guidance, control, or direction easily and without resistance

foglig, lydig

Ex: The docile crowd quietly left the stadium .Den **fogliga** folkmassan lämnade tyst stadion.

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venerable

[adjektiv]

worthy of great respect due to age, wisdom, or character

vördnadsvärd, respektabel

Ex: He sought solace in the teachings of the venerable sage , whose words resonated deeply with him .Han sökte tröst i den **vördade** vises läror, vars ord resonerade djupt inom honom.

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succor

[Substantiv]

help that someone gives to another in difficult situations

hjälp, bistånd

Ex: Many turned to the church for spiritual succor during the difficult times .Många vände sig till kyrkan för andlig **tröst** under svåra tider.

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to cosset

[Verb]

to treat someone with an excessive amount of care and indulgence

skämma bort, kela med

Ex: The manager cosseted the new employee with extra support and guidance .Chefen **skämde bort** den nya anställda med extra stöd och vägledning.

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