disharmonious features
[dɪs.hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs ˈfiː.tʃərz]
noun phrasepl: disharmonious features
características desarmônicas
1. Physical or aesthetic characteristics that lack balance, proportion, or congruence; facial or bodily features that appear inconsistent or discordant with each other
The artist noticed disharmonious features in the portrait that made the subject appear unsettling.
O artista notou características desarmônicas no retrato que tornavam o assunto aparência inquietante.
2. In medicine or psychology, features or symptoms that do not align logically or appear contradictory
The patient presented disharmonious features that complicated the diagnosis.
O paciente apresentava características desarmônicas que complicavam o diagnóstico.
3. Elements or aspects that are aesthetically or functionally incompatible
The building's modern facade and classical interior were disharmonious features.
A fachada moderna do edifício e o interior clássico eram características desarmônicas.
In Brazil, this term is commonly used in aesthetic, medical, and artistic discussions. It reflects Western beauty standards that emphasize facial and bodily symmetry and proportion. The term is neutral and technical, used in fields like plastic surgery, dermatology, and art criticism. In the USA, similar emphasis on aesthetic harmony influences cosmetic industries and beauty discourse.
NYC Slang
off-kilter features; features that don't jibe
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