exceptional form
[ɪkˈsɛpʃənəl fɔːrm]
noun phrasepl: exceptional forms
forma excepcional
1. An unusual or remarkable state or condition that deviates significantly from the norm or standard
The athlete performed in exceptional form during the championship.
O atleta apresentava uma forma excepcional durante o campeonato.
2. In grammar and linguistics, an irregular or non-standard structure that does not follow typical rules
The word 'went' is an exceptional form of the verb 'go'.
A palavra 'went' é uma forma excepcional do verbo 'go'.
3. In legal or administrative contexts, a special or irregular procedure or document
The request was approved in exceptional form due to urgent circumstances.
O pedido foi aprovado em forma excepcional devido às circunstâncias urgentes.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'forma excepcional' is commonly used in sports commentary to describe peak performance, while in formal and legal contexts it often refers to special procedures or irregular processes. In Portugal, it maintains similar usage patterns but is particularly prevalent in administrative and juridical language.
Related Idioms & Phrases
in exceptional form (sports context: performing at peak level)
exceptional form of expression
exceptional form of agreement
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