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cultivate

[/ˈkʌltɪveɪt/]
verb
cultivar
1. to prepare and use land for growing crops
The farmer cultivates wheat in this field.
O agricultor cultiva trigo neste campo.
2. to develop or improve a skill, quality, or relationship through deliberate effort
She cultivates her artistic talents through daily practice.
Ela cultiva seus talentos artísticos através da prática diária.
3. to promote the growth or development of something
The organization cultivates young talent in music.
A organização cultiva talentos jovens na música.
4. to encourage or foster a particular attitude or atmosphere
We cultivate a culture of respect and collaboration.
Cultivamos uma cultura de respeito e colaboração.
Synonyms
nurturedeveloppromotefostergrowplant
Antonyms
neglectabandondestroyignore

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cultivar
primary and standard usage
São Paulo
cultivar
standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Rio de Janeiro
cultivar
standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
cultivar
standard usage across Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

cultivate a taste for something
cultivate a following
cultivate relationships
cultivar hábitos
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