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    Adamas (en. Adamas)

    /adamas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A hard and precious stone, often used to symbolize strength or durability.
    The jewelry was adorned with a sparkling gem.
    Le bijou était orné d'un adamas étincelant.
    A symbol of solidity and invincibility in literature and poetry.
    His heart was as hard as a diamond in the face of trials.
    Son cœur était aussi dur qu'un adamas face aux épreuves.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'adamans', of Greek origin 'adamas', meaning invincible or indestructible.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a bastion of conviction
    An unwavering strength of character.
    un adamas de conviction
    hard as a rock
    An expression describing something very resistant.
    dur comme un adamas

    Related Words

    diamond
    A precious stone known for its hardness and value.
    diamant
    invincible
    Unsinkable, which cannot be defeated.
    invincible
    precious stone
    A general term for rare and highly valuable stones.
    pierre précieuse

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person or thing that is unshakeable.
    That guy is a real rock!
    Ce gars-là, c'est un vrai adamas !
    Used to describe something particularly solid.
    This new technology is a gem in terms of security.
    Cette nouvelle technologie est un adamas en matière de sécurité.