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Égalité is a French word meaning 'equality'. It is one of the three national mottoes of France, alongside 'liberté' (liberty) and 'fraternité' (fraternity). It represents the ideal that all citizens should be equal before the law, regardless of social status, wealth, or origin.

The supposed ability to perceive events or information beyond the normal range of the senses, such as by extrasensory perception or psychic ability.

Clarity of thought, the ability to think clearly and rationally, especially in difficult or confusing circumstances. It implies a sharp, unimpaired mental state where one can perceive things as they truly are.

The acceptance of something undesirable but inevitable. It implies a passive acceptance of circumstances, often with a sense of quiet stoicism, rather than active resistance or despair. It's a state of mind where one acknowledges a difficult reality and stops fighting it, finding a form of peace in that acceptance.

Fatalism is the philosophical belief that all events are predetermined and inevitable, and therefore unavoidable by human action. It suggests that human free will is an illusion and that one's destiny is already set. This can lead to a passive acceptance of circumstances, believing that efforts to change one's fate are futile.

The loss of enchantment, disillusionment, or the fading of magical or romantic feelings. It signifies a return to reality after a period of idealization or illusion.

A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.

A nonchalant, casual, or carefree attitude, often implying a graceful ease and a lack of apparent effort or concern. It suggests a certain stylish indifference and self-assurance.

A casual lack of concern; a state of being unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited.

Retenue refers to a deliberate holding back or restraint, often in a professional or social context. It implies a conscious decision to not reveal one's full thoughts, feelings, or capabilities, maintaining a certain reserve or dignity. It can also refer to a deduction or withholding of money, such as a tax retention.

Pudeur refers to a sense of modesty, bashfulness, or discretion, particularly concerning matters of sexuality or the body. It's the feeling of shame or embarrassment that arises when one's private self or intimate thoughts are exposed or threatened with exposure. It can also extend to a general sense of reserve or propriety in behavior and speech.

A feeling of awkwardness, embarrassment, or discomfort, often caused by social situations or the presence of others. It's a subtle unease that arises from a perceived social faux pas, a lack of belonging, or an uncomfortable atmosphere.