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amolece
[ɐ.mo.ˈlɛ.sə]
verb
softens, makes soft
1.
Third person singular present indicative of 'amolecer' - to make something soft or softer
The heat amoleces the wax.
O calor amolece a cera.
2.
To weaken or diminish in resistance or firmness
Time amoleces the pain.
O tempo amolece a dor.
3.
To make more tender or compassionate
Her kindness amoleces his heart.
A sua gentileza amolece o seu coração.
Synonyms
suaviza
enternece
abrandiza
torna macio
Antonyms
endurecece
fortifica
endurece
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
amolece
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
amolece
Standard usage in Portugal
Related Idioms & Phrases
amolece o coração - to soften one's heart
amolece a resistência - to weaken resistance
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