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detractors
[/dɪˈtræktərz/]
noun
pl: detractors
detratores
1.
people who criticize or disparage someone or something; those who belittle or diminish the reputation or value of another
Despite having many detractors, the artist continued to pursue her vision.
Apesar de ter muitos detratores, a artista continuou a perseguir sua visão.
2.
those who speak negatively about or attempt to reduce the worth of a person, idea, or work
The new policy has its detractors among the staff.
A nova política tem seus detratores entre a equipe.
NYC Slang
haters
Synonyms
critics
disparagers
opponents
adversaries
naysayers
fault-finders
censurers
Antonyms
supporters
admirers
advocates
backers
proponents
fans
champions
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
detratores
standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
detratores
standard usage in European Portuguese
General Brazilian
críticos
alternative, more common in informal speech
Related Idioms & Phrases
silence the detractors
prove detractors wrong
face detractors head-on
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