Académie

The Académie, often referring to the French Académie Française or similar institutions, is a prestigious organization dedicated to overseeing and preserving the integrity of the French language or a specific field of knowledge. It functions as an authoritative body, setting standards, approving linguistic or scholarly new terms, and promoting excellence. Founded to maintain cultural or linguistic standards, the Académie serves as a guardian of tradition while adapting to modern developments, ensuring that the language or discipline remains coherent, rich, and respected over time.