Portuguese to English Dictionary (Dicionário Português-Inglês)

Systemic

Relating to a system as a whole; affecting an entire system, body, or organization.

Touchiness

A tendency to become easily offended, upset, or irritated by minor remarks or actions.

Ulterior motive

A hidden purpose or reason for doing something, especially one that is kept concealed from other people.

Underhand

Acting or done in a secret, dishonest, or clandestine way.

Unreserved

Not restricted or limited; without reservations.

Verger

An official who acts as a caretaker and attendant in a church, traditionally carrying a rod or staff before ecclesiastical dignitaries during processions.

penniless

Having no money; extremely poor.

sacristan

An official in charge of a sacristy and church valuables, vestments, and related maintenance.

sagacity

The quality of being sagacious; keen mental discernment and good judgment; shrewdness.

sanctum

A private place where one is free from intrusion.

semiotics

The study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation.

serpentine

Of or like a serpent or snake; winding or turning repeatedly.