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cold demeanor
[/koʊld dɪˈmiːnər/]
noun phrase
pl: cold demeanors
atitude fria
1.
a distant, unfriendly, or emotionally detached manner of behaving toward others
Her cold demeanor made it difficult for colleagues to approach her with ideas.
Sua atitude fria dificultava que os colegas se aproximassem dela com ideias.
2.
a lack of warmth or friendliness in one's outward appearance and behavior
Despite his success, his cold demeanor prevented him from making genuine friendships.
Apesar de seu sucesso, sua atitude fria o impedia de fazer amizades genuínas.
NYC Slang
icy demeanor / giving off ice queen/king vibes
Synonyms
aloofness
detachment
coolness
frigidity
reserve
unfriendliness
Antonyms
warmth
friendliness
cordiality
affability
openness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
atitude fria / jeito frio
most commonly used form
São Paulo
atitude fria / postura fria
formal and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
jeito frio / distância
conversational usage
Portugal
atitude fria / falta de calor humano
emphasis on lack of human warmth
Related Idioms & Phrases
cold as ice
to give someone the cold shoulder
an icy stare
to keep someone at arm's length
frosty attitude
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