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contrariedade

[kõ.tra.ri.e.ˈda.dɨ]
nounfemininepl: contrariedades
annoyance, vexation, contradiction
1. A feeling of displeasure, irritation, or frustration caused by something unwelcome or disappointing
The delay caused him great annoyance.
O atraso lhe causou grande contrariedade.
2. An obstacle, difficulty, or setback that opposes one's plans or desires
They faced several contraventions in their business dealings.
Eles enfrentaram várias contrariedades nos seus negócios.
3. A statement or action that contradicts or opposes another
There is a contradiction between what he said and what he did.
Há uma contrariedade entre o que ele disse e o que fez.
Synonyms
aborrecimentodesgostoincômodocontratempoobstáculocontradição
Antonyms
satisfaçãocontentamentoalegriaagrado

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contrariedade
Standard usage; often used for annoyance or setbacks
Rio de Janeiro
contrariedade
Common in both formal and informal speech
São Paulo
contrariedade
Frequently used in business contexts for obstacles or difficulties
Portugal
contrariedade
Standard usage; similar meaning across European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

sofrer uma contrariedade (to suffer a setback)
enfrentar contrariedades (to face difficulties)
apesar das contrariedades (despite the obstacles)
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