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abrandece

[a.bɾɐ̃.ˈde.sə]
verb
softens, becomes soft, gentles
1. Third person singular present indicative of 'abrandecer': to become soft or gentle; to soften
Time abrandeces the pain of loss.
O tempo abrandece a dor da perda.
2. To make milder, less harsh, or more gentle
Her kind words abrandeces his anger.
Suas palavras gentis abrandecem sua raiva.
Synonyms
suavizaamoleceabrandaatenuadormodera
Antonyms
endureceagravaintensifica

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abrandece
standard usage
Portugal
abrandece
standard usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

abrandecer o coração
abrandecer a queda
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