forgotten ideals
[fərˈɡɑtən aɪˈdɪəlz]
noun phrase
ideais esquecidos
1. Principles, values, or goals that were once important or cherished but have been neglected, abandoned, or lost over time
The politician's campaign promised to revive the forgotten ideals of the founding generation.
A campanha do político prometeu reviver os ideais esquecidos da geração fundadora.
2. Noble aspirations or standards that society or individuals no longer actively pursue or remember
In the midst of modern materialism, many worry that forgotten ideals like community service are disappearing.
Em meio ao materialismo moderno, muitos temem que ideais esquecidos como o serviço comunitário estejam desaparecendo.
This phrase carries significant weight in political and social discourse, particularly when discussing national heritage, values erosion, and generational change. In Brazil, it often appears in debates about social responsibility and community values that are perceived as diminishing. In the US, it frequently references American founding principles or earlier ideals of community and collective good in discussions about modern individualism.
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