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    Chimères (en. Chimeras)

    /ki.mɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Creature composed of several parts from different animals.
    The chimera is often used as a symbol in mythology.
    La chimère est souvent utilisée comme symbole dans la mythology.
    Any unrealistic project or dream.
    His aspirations were true chimeras.
    Ses aspirations étaient de véritables chimères.
    Representation of a being or concept born from a mixture of diverse elements.
    In his book, he describes chimeras of youth.
    Dans son livre, il décrit des chimères de la jeunesse.

    Etymology

    From ancient Greek 'chimaera,' referring to a fabulous monster as a composite creature.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chimeras of youth
    ideal or dream of youthful carefreeness.
    chimeres de la jeunesse
    chimeras of war
    unrealistic ideas about military success.
    chimeres de la guerre

    Related Words

    illusion
    State of mind deceived by appearances.
    illusion
    fantasy
    Ideal idea or representation imagined by oneself.
    fantasme
    mythology
    Set of legendary tales about gods and heroes.
    mythologie

    Slang Meanings

    Unrealistic idea, a project without a future.
    This plan is a real chimera, it will never work.
    Ce plan est une vraie chimère, ça ne marchera jamais.
    Dreaming of impossible things.
    Let's set aside our chimeras and focus on the real.
    Laissons de côté nos chimères et concentrons-nous sur le réel.