insidious
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dious
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Définition et signification de « insidious » en anglais

insidious
01

insidieux

designed to lure, ensnare, or catch someone in a deceitful way
Exemples
The scam was insidious, built to trick the elderly.
L'arnaque était insidieuse, conçue pour tromper les personnes âgées.
02

insidieux, sournois

gradually causing harm without being obvious at first
Exemples
Stress often has insidious effects on the body.
Le stress a souvent des effets insidieux sur le corps.
03

insidieux, sournois

(of illnesses or conditions) progressing unnoticed until advanced
Exemples
The insidious cancer spread before doctors detected it.
Le cancer insidieux s'est propagé avant que les médecins ne le détectent.
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