precious
precious
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
2. (expensive)
a. précieux
The emperor had many precious stones in his treasury.L’empereur possédait de nombreuses pierres précieuses dans son trésor.
b. de valeur
Jessica is so lucky! She bought a precious vase at a flea market.Jessica a tellement de chance ! Elle a acheté un vase de valeur dans un marché aux puces.
3. (adorable)
4. (affected)
a. précieux
That politician has such a precious way of speaking. I don't trust him at all.Ce politicien a une façon de parler tellement précieuse. Je ne lui fais pas du tout confiance.
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