arrasador

[ah-rah-sah-DOR]

adjective/nounmasculinepl: arrasadores

devastating, overwhelming, sweeping

1. Something or someone that causes complete destruction or overwhelming defeat

The hurricane was a devastating force that left the city in ruins.

O furacão foi uma força arrasadora que deixou a cidade em ruínas.

2. Extremely impressive or captivating in a way that overwhelms

She gave an overwhelming performance that stunned the audience.

Ela deu uma performance arrasadora que impressionou o público.

3. One who demolishes or razes buildings

The demolition crew was expert in their work as arrasadores.

A equipe de demolição era experiente como arrasadores.

NYC Slang

killer, crushing, dope (when describing something impressive)

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General Brazilian

arrasador

Common usage in informal speech to describe someone or something overwhelming

Portugal

devastador

Portuguese may prefer devastador in formal contexts

sucesso arrasador (crushing success)

vitória arrasadora (overwhelming victory)

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