low-level

• Qualifie quelque chose de bas niveau, de faible rang, d'importance ou de complexité ; souvent utilisé dans un contexte technique pour désigner des opérations de base ou fondamentales, proches du matériel ou des détails d'implémentation.

Describes something that is of low rank, importance, or complexity; often used in technical contexts to refer to basic or fundamental operations.

1. Not intenseB1formal

   Having a small degree of strength, force, or intensity.

   faible intensité

   • The patient experienced only low-level pain after the surgery.
   • There is a low-level hum coming from the refrigerator.
   • The storm produced low-level winds that caused minimal damage.

   Synonymesfaintgentlemildmoderateslightsubduedweak

   Antonymesforcefulhighintensepowerfulstrong

2. Lower in rank or importanceB1formal

   Occupying a position of lesser authority, responsibility, or significance within a hierarchy.

   de rang inférieur

   • He started his career in a low-level administrative position.
   • The company hired several low-level employees for data entry.
   • Low-level officials are not authorized to make such decisions.

   Synonymeshumbleinferiorjuniorlessermenialminorsecondarysubordinate

   Antonymeschiefhigh-rankingseniorsuperior

3. At a low altitudeB2formal

   Occurring or situated relatively close to the ground or sea level.

   à basse altitude

   • The plane performed a low-level flyover during the airshow.
   • Low-level clouds often bring drizzle and fog.
   • The pilot was trained for low-level flight operations.

   Synonymesground levellowlow-altitudelow-lying

   Antonymeselevatedhigh-level