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fair weather

[/fɛr ˈwɛðər/]
noun/adjective
bom tempo
1. Pleasant weather conditions; clear skies and mild temperatures
The forecast predicts fair weather for the weekend.
A previsão indica bom tempo para o fim de semana.
2. Superficial or conditional support; loyalty only during prosperous times
He proved to be a fair weather friend who abandoned me in difficult times.
Ele se mostrou um amigo de bom tempo que me abandonou em momentos difíceis.
Synonyms
good weatherclear skiespleasant conditionssunshine
Antonyms
foul weatherstormy weatherinclement weatherbad weather

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bom tempo
Standard usage for pleasant weather conditions
General Brazilian
amigo de bom tempo
Idiomatic expression for fair-weather friend
Portugal
bom tempo
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
amigo de bom tempo
Same idiomatic usage as Brazil

Related Idioms & Phrases

fair weather friend - someone who is friendly only during good times
fair weather sailor - someone who only participates in activities when conditions are favorable
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