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absolutes

/ˈæbsəluːts/ /ˈæbsəˌluːts/

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Absolus, fondamentaux, principes inviolables

That which is independent of context-dependent interpretation, inviolate, fundamental.

Examples :

"moral absolutes"

Les absolus moraux

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Absolus

Anything that is absolute.

Examples :

"In math class, students learn about absolutes like the fact that two plus two always equals four. "

En cours de maths, les élèves apprennent des absolus comme le fait que deux plus deux font toujours quatre.

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Les points cycliques, les points à l'infini

In a plane, the two imaginary circular points at infinity; in space of three dimensions, the imaginary circle at infinity.

Examples :

"In advanced geometry, the concept of "absolutes" helps define distances and angles, even when dealing with points at infinity in the plane. "

En géométrie avancée, le concept des « points cycliques » aide à définir les distances et les angles, même lorsqu'il s'agit de points à l'infini dans le plan.

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L'Absolu

(usually capitalized) A realm which exists without reference to anything else; that which can be imagined purely by itself; absolute ego.

Examples :

"Philosophers debate whether Absolutes, entities existing purely within themselves, can truly be grasped by the human mind, bound as it is to experience. "

Les philosophes débattent de la question de savoir si l'Absolu, entités existant purement en elles-mêmes, peut véritablement être appréhendé par l'esprit humain, lié à l'expérience.

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L'Absolu, Dieu

(usually capitalized) The unity of spirit and nature; God.

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"Some philosophers believe that all things in the universe are ultimately part of Absolutes. "

Certains philosophes croient que toutes choses dans l'univers font finalement partie de l'Absolu.

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L'absolu, la totalité

(usually capitalized) The whole of reality; the totality to which everything is reduced.

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"While scientists explore the universe, some philosophers contemplate Absolutes, searching for the fundamental nature of reality itself. "

Alors que les scientifiques explorent l'univers, certains philosophes contemplent l'Absolu, recherchant la nature fondamentale de la réalité elle-même.

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Absolu, extrait de parfum

A concentrated natural flower oil, used for perfumes; an alcoholic extract of a concrete.

Examples :

"The perfumer preferred using absolutes in her most luxurious fragrances because they offered a richer and more authentic floral scent than synthetic oils. "

La parfumeuse préférait utiliser des absolus dans ses parfums les plus luxueux car ils offraient un parfum floral plus riche et plus authentique que les huiles synthétiques.

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