conducive

[/kənˈduːsɪv/]
adjective
propício
1. making a particular outcome likely or possible; tending to promote or assist
A quiet environment is conducive to studying.
Um ambiente tranquilo é propício para estudar.
2. favorable or advantageous for something to happen
The warm weather is conducive to outdoor activities.
O tempo quente é propício para atividades ao ar livre.
In both American English and Brazilian Portuguese, 'conducive' is commonly used in educational and professional contexts to describe environments or conditions that promote productivity and success. The phrase 'conducive to' is a standard academic and business expression globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
favorableadvantageoushelpfulbeneficialsuitableconducible
Antonyms / Antônimos
detrimentalharmfulunfavorableadversehindering

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
propício
most common translation used in formal and informal contexts
General Brazilian
favorável
alternative translation emphasizing favorable conditions
Portugal
propício
same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard usage
Portugal
conducente
less common but more literal translation from Latin root

Related Words

conductconduciveconducivenesspromotefacilitateencourage

Related Idioms & Phrases

conducive to success
conducive to learning
not conducive to
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