adverse role
[/ædˈvɜrs roʊl/]
nounpl: adverse roles
papel adverso
1. A negative or unfavorable position, function, or character that someone or something plays in a situation or narrative
The villain played an adverse role in the film's plot.
O vilão desempenhou um papel adverso no enredo do filme.
2. In law or contracts, a position or stance that opposes or works against another party's interests
The witness testimony took on an adverse role for the defendant.
O depoimento da testemunha assumiu um papel adverso para o réu.
3. A function or character that is detrimental or harmful to a particular outcome or goal
Poor planning played an adverse role in the project's failure.
O planejamento inadequado desempenhou um papel adverso na falha do projeto.
The term 'adverse role' is commonly used in legal, business, and entertainment contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it appears frequently in legal proceedings and contract negotiations. In the US, it's prevalent in cinema, literature, and courtroom language. The concept reflects how English and Portuguese speakers describe negative or opposing forces in various scenarios.
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