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barbarismo

[bar.ba.ˈriz.mu]
nounmasculinepl: barbarismos
barbarism
1. A linguistic term referring to the use of words or expressions that are considered incorrect, vulgar, or not belonging to the standard language
The use of 'ain't' in formal writing is considered a barbarism by some grammarians.
O uso de 'tá' em escrita formal é considerado um barbarismo por alguns gramáticos.
2. Lack of refinement, cultivation, or civilization; crude or uncivilized behavior
The barbarism displayed by the invaders shocked the peaceful community.
O barbarismo exibido pelos invasores chocou a comunidade pacífica.
3. An act or instance of barbaric or savage behavior
History records many barbarisms committed during wartime.
A história registra muitos barbarismos cometidos durante a guerra.
Synonyms
barbaridadeincivilidadeselvageriarudezavulgarismo
Antonyms
civilizaçãorefinamentocortesiaelegânciapolimento

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
barbarismo
Standard usage in both linguistic and general contexts
Portugal
barbarismo
Standard usage with emphasis on linguistic incorrectness in formal registers

Related Idioms & Phrases

cometer um barbarismo
falar barbarismos
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