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adverse condition

[/ˈæd.vɚs kənˈdɪʃ.ən/]
nounfemininepl: adverse conditions / condições adversas
condição adversa
1. An unfavorable or harmful circumstance or set of circumstances that negatively affects a situation, outcome, or performance
The team played well despite the adverse conditions on the field.
O time jogou bem apesar das condições adversas no campo.
2. Environmental or situational factors that are challenging, difficult, or disadvantageous
The adverse conditions of the weather delayed the construction project.
As condições adversas do tempo atrasaram o projeto de construção.
3. In medical or legal contexts, unfavorable circumstances or complications
The patient recovered quickly despite adverse conditions during surgery.
O paciente se recuperou rapidamente apesar das condições adversas durante a cirurgia.
Synonyms
unfavorable conditiondifficult circumstancechallenging situationharsh condition
Antonyms
favorable conditionadvantageous circumstanceideal condition

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
condição adversa
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
condição adversa
Common in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
condição adversa
Used in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
condição adversa
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

against all odds
in the face of adversity
weather the storm
rise above the challenge
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