Portuguese to English Dictionary (Dicionário Português-Inglês)

attrition

The action or process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone or something through sustained attack or pressure.

breathtaking

Astonishing or awe-inspiring in quality, so as to take one's breath away.

challenge

A call to someone to prove or justify something, or to take part in a contest or competition.

daydreaming

A series of pleasant thoughts that distract one's attention from the present.

debate

A formal discussion on a particular matter in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.

deep-toned

Having a low, rich, and resonant pitch or sound.

defense

The action of defending from or resisting attack.

deficit

The amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small.

degradation

The condition or process of degenerating or being degraded, especially to a lower moral or intellectual state.

delegate

A person chosen or elected to represent a group of people, especially at a meeting or conference.

delusion

An idiosyncratic belief or impression that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality or rational argument.

demographic

A particular section of a population.