nature, temperament, disposition
1. The inherent character or natural disposition of a person; temperament
She has a kind and gentle nature.
Ela tem uma índole gentil e bondosa.
2. The essential or intrinsic quality of something
The nature of the problem requires immediate attention.
A índole do problema exige atenção imediata.
3. Character, type, or kind of person or thing
He is a man of noble character.
Ele é um homem de índole nobre.
Related Idioms & Phrases
de boa índole - well-natured, good-natured
índole dócil - docile nature
índole violenta - violent temperament
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