constructed edifice

[kənˈstrʌktəd ˈɛdɪfɪs]
nounpl: constructed edifices
edifício construído
1. A building or structure that has been deliberately built or assembled, typically for a specific purpose
The constructed edifice stands as a testament to modern architectural innovation.
O edifício construído é um testemunho da inovação arquitetônica moderna.
2. A complex system or framework that has been deliberately developed or organized
The legal constructed edifice provides the foundation for civil society.
O edifício construído legal fornece a base para a sociedade civil.
The term 'constructed edifice' is more commonly used in formal, academic, or literary contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In everyday speech, 'building' or 'structure' is preferred. In Brazil, 'prédio' is more colloquial than the formal 'edifício'.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
buildingstructureconstructionerected edificearchitectural structure
Antonyms / Antônimos
ruindemolished structurenatural formation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
edifício construído
Standard formal usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
prédio construído
More colloquial alternative commonly used in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
edifício construído
Formal usage consistent with general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
edifício construído
Identical formal usage; less commonly used colloquially than in Brazil

Related Words

architectureconstructionbuildingstructureinfrastructure

Related Idioms & Phrases

construct a narrative edifice
the edifice of knowledge
a well-constructed edifice
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