diminished qualities
[dɪˈmɪnɪʃt ˈkwɑːlɪtiz]
noun phrase
qualidades diminuídas
1. Reduced or weakened characteristics, attributes, or properties of a person, object, or situation
After the accident, the athlete's diminished qualities forced him to reconsider his career.
Após o acidente, as qualidades diminuídas do atleta o forçaram a reconsiderar sua carreira.
2. In music theory, a chord or interval that is smaller than the minor or perfect interval by a semitone
The diminished qualities of the seventh chord created a tense harmonic progression.
As qualidades diminuídas do acorde de sétima criaram uma progressão harmônica tensa.
3. Lessened capabilities, skills, or strengths in physical, mental, or professional contexts
The medication's side effects resulted in diminished qualities of concentration and focus.
Os efeitos colaterais do medicamento resultaram em qualidades diminuídas de concentração e foco.
In Brazilian professional and academic contexts, 'qualidades diminuídas' is commonly used when discussing performance decline, aging, illness effects, or skill regression. In the USA, this phrase is frequently used in sports commentary, medical evaluations, and performance reviews. In Portuguese music theory, diminished chords (acordes diminutos) are extensively discussed in conservatory education.
NYC Slang
watered-down skills / beat-up game
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