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    Montés (en. Mounted)

    /mɔ̃.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that has been elevated or raised.
    The stairs are well constructed.
    Les escaliers sont bien montés.
    Designates a state of elevation.
    The mountains have been formed by erosion.
    Les montagnes sont montées par des érosions.
    Can also indicate a positive or improved aspect.
    His spirits were lifted after the compliment.
    Son moral est monté après le compliment.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'monter' from Latin 'montare', meaning 'to raise'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    stress increase
    Increase in pressure or anxiety.
    montée de stress
    to stand up for something
    To intervene emphatically to defend a cause.
    monter au créneau
    to get on one's high horse
    To get angry or defend oneself vehemently.
    monter sur ses grands chevaux

    Related Words

    monter
    Verb meaning 'to elevate' or 'to climb'.
    monter
    montée
    Feminine noun designating the process of elevation.
    montée

    Slang Meanings

    To be very excited or in a state of enthusiasm.
    He shot up like a rocket after receiving the news.
    Il est monté comme une fusée après avoir reçu la nouvelle.
    Refers to someone who is in a difficult situation.
    She's overwhelmed; she has to deal with too many problems right now.
    Elle est montée, elle doit gérer trop de problèmes en ce moment.