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detractions

[/dɪˈtrækʃənz/]
noun
detrações
1. statements or actions that reduce the value, importance, or reputation of someone or something
Despite the detractions from critics, the film was a commercial success.
Apesar das detrações dos críticos, o filme foi um sucesso comercial.
2. the act of taking away or diminishing something
The scandal caused significant detractions from his otherwise stellar career.
O escândalo causou detrações significativas de sua carreira de outro modo brilhante.
3. negative comments or criticism
The review contained numerous detractions about the restaurant's service.
A crítica continha numerosas detrações sobre o serviço do restaurante.
Synonyms
criticismsdisparagementaspersionsslursdiminishmentsreductions
Antonyms
praisecomplimentscommendationsenhancementsadditions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
detrações
most common usage
Portugal
detrações
formal and standard usage
Brazil
críticas negativas
alternative, more colloquial expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

without detractions
notwithstanding detractions
detractions from one's character
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