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amenizar

[a.me.ni.zar]
verb
to soften, to ease, to make pleasant or agreeable
1. to make something less harsh, severe, or unpleasant
The music helped to soften the atmosphere at the funeral.
A música ajudou a amenizar a atmosfera no funeral.
2. to make something more bearable or tolerable
A cold drink can ease the discomfort of the heat.
Uma bebida fria pode amenizar o desconforto do calor.
3. to entertain or make a gathering more pleasant
The comedian helped to liven up the party.
O comediante ajudou a amenizar a festa.
Synonyms
suavizaraliviarmitigaratenuarmoderar
Antonyms
agravarpiorarintensificaracentuar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
amenizar
commonly used in all contexts
São Paulo
amenizar
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
amenizar
standard usage
Portugal
amenizar
less common; suavizar is often preferred

Related Idioms & Phrases

amenizar o clima
amenizar a situação
amenizar a dor
amenizar os ânimos
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