decreasing strength
[dɪˈkriːsɪŋ ˈstreŋθ]
noun phrase
força decrescente
1. a progressive reduction in physical power, intensity, or capability
The patient experienced decreasing strength in her legs after the surgery.
A paciente experimentou força decrescente nas pernas após a cirurgia.
2. a gradual weakening of an argument, position, or influence
The argument had decreasing strength as more evidence emerged against it.
O argumento tinha força decrescente conforme mais evidências surgiam contra ele.
3. in physics or engineering, a reduction in force or power output over time
The motor showed decreasing strength as it aged.
O motor apresentou força decrescente com a idade.
In Brazilian Portuguese medical contexts, 'força decrescente' is the standard clinical term used in diagnoses and patient assessments. In fitness and sports contexts, Brazilians might use 'enfraquecimento' or 'perda de força' more colloquially. The term appears frequently in elderly care discussions and rehabilitation contexts in both Brazil and Portugal.
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