adjective/verb (past participle)masculinepl: aplicados (masculine plural) / aplicadas (feminine plural)
applied; diligent; dedicated
1. adjective: devoted to one's work or studies with diligence and effort
The applied students achieved excellent grades.
Os alunos aplicados conseguiram excelentes notas.
2. adjective: put into practice; implemented or used
The newly applied rules were well received by the community.
As regras recentemente aplicadas foram bem recebidas pela comunidade.
3. verb: past participle of 'aplicar' - having been applied, used, or implemented
The techniques applied in this project showed great results.
As técnicas aplicadas neste projeto mostraram ótimos resultados.
In Brazilian education, 'alunos aplicados' (diligent students) is a common descriptor used by teachers and parents to praise students who demonstrate dedication to their studies. The word carries positive connotations of effort, responsibility, and commitment.
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