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angustiante

[ɐ̃ɡuʃtiˈɐ̃tə]
adjectivepl: angustiantes
distressing, anguishing, troubling
1. causing anguish, distress, or anxiety; deeply worrying or troubling
The situation is angustiante for the entire family.
A situação é angustiante para toda a família.
2. characterized by a feeling of oppression or tightness; suffocating emotionally
An angustiante silence filled the room after the announcement.
Um silêncio angustiante preencheu a sala após o anúncio.
Synonyms
perturbadorinquietanteaflitivodeprimentepreocupanteangustioso
Antonyms
reconfortantetranquilizadoralentadorconsolador

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
angustiante
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
angustiante
Standard usage; may emphasize emotional suffocation more

Related Idioms & Phrases

situação angustiante
momento angustiante
sensação angustiante
perspectiva angustiante
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