averse

[/əˈvɜːrs/]

adjective

avesso

1. having a strong dislike or opposition to something

I am averse to taking unnecessary risks.

Sou avesso a correr riscos desnecessários.

2. reluctant or unwilling

She is not averse to hard work.

Ela não é avessa ao trabalho duro.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

avesso

most common usage

General Brazilian

contrário

alternative usage

Portugal

avesso

standard usage

Portugal

oposto

alternative usage

averse to something: strongly opposed to or disliking something

not averse to: willing or not opposed to something

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