vicier
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to vitiate
Une erreur dans l'adresse a vicié l’acte de vente.An error in the address vitiated the deed of sale.
2.
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., once upon a time).
(literary)
(to pollute)
a. to taint
Les pesticides ont vicié les réserves d'eau.Pesticides tainted the water supply.
3.
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., once upon a time).
(literary)
(to corrupt)
a. to taint
Le pouvoir a vicié le jugement de cet homme politique.Power tainted the judgment of that politician.
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