adverse comment
[/ˈæd.vɝs ˈkɑ.ment/]
noun phrasepl: adverse comments
comentário adverso
1. A critical, negative, or unfavorable remark or observation about someone or something
The manager made an adverse comment about the employee's performance during the review.
O gerente fez um comentário adverso sobre o desempenho do funcionário durante a avaliação.
2. An unfavorable statement made in an official or formal context, such as a report or audit
The auditor's adverse comment on the company's financial controls raised concerns among investors.
O comentário adverso do auditor sobre os controles financeiros da empresa levantou preocupações entre os investidores.
3. A disapproving or disparaging remark
She received an adverse comment from the critic regarding her latest film.
Ela recebeu um comentário adverso do crítico em relação ao seu último filme.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, adverse comments carry significant weight in professional environments, particularly in performance evaluations, audits, and public discourse. In Brazil, such comments may be delivered more directly in some contexts, while in the US they are often softened with diplomatic language. In legal and financial contexts in both countries, adverse comments have formal implications and may require documentation and response.
NYC Slang
diss, slam, knock, shade (in informal contexts)
Related Idioms & Phrases
to draw adverse comment
to attract adverse comment
to invite adverse comment
to face adverse comments
to weather adverse comments
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