nounmasculinepl: desvelus
sleeplessness, insomnia, vigilance, care
1. lack of sleep; insomnia; wakefulness
He suffered from constant desvelo during the stressful period.
Ele sofria de desvelo constante durante o período estressante.
2. vigilance, watchfulness, or attentiveness
The nurse's desvelo ensured the patient's safety.
O desvelo da enfermeira garantiu a segurança do paciente.
3. dedication, care, or zeal in attending to something
She showed great desvelo in her work.
Ela mostrou grande desvelo em seu trabalho.
Related Idioms & Phrases
noites de desvelo - sleepless nights
com desvelo - with care/dedication
desvelo noturno - nocturnal insomnia
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