No. 11,788 in French
soulèvement
Uprising; revolt; lifting.
In a sentence
Le soulèvement populaire a renversé le gouvernement.
The popular uprising overthrew the government.
Here, 'soulèvement' refers to a political or social uprising, indicating collective resistance.
Un léger soulèvement du sol signalait une activité sismique.
A slight elevation of the ground indicated seismic activity.
In this context, 'soulèvement' is used to describe a physical elevation or raising of the ground.
Son sourire montrait un soulèvement d'optimisme après une longue période de tristesse.
Her smile showed a rise of optimism after a long period of sadness.
Here, 'soulèvement' metaphorically signifies an emotional or psychological rise.
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