be revolting
[/bɪ rɪˈvoʊltɪŋ/]
verb phrase
ser repugnante / ser asqueroso / estar em revolta
1. to be extremely disgusting or offensive to the senses or moral sensibilities
The smell coming from the garbage bin is absolutely revolting.
O cheiro saindo da lixeira é absolutamente repugnante.
2. to be engaged in or participating in a rebellion or uprising against authority
The citizens were be revolting against the oppressive regime.
Os cidadãos estavam em revolta contra o regime opressor.
3. to cause disgust or strong disapproval
His behavior at the dinner party was be revolting to everyone present.
Seu comportamento na festa de jantar foi repugnante para todos presentes.
In Brazilian English usage, 'be revolting' is primarily used to describe something morally or aesthetically repugnant. The term has strong negative connotations and is frequently used in informal speech to express strong disapproval or disgust. In historical or political contexts, it refers to active rebellion against authority, though this usage is less common in modern casual speech.
NYC Slang
be nasty / be gross
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