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good nature

[/ɡʊd ˈneɪtʃər/]
noun
bom caráter, boa índole
1. A naturally kind, cheerful, and even-tempered disposition; the quality of being good-natured
Her good nature made her popular with everyone at the office.
Seu bom caráter a tornou popular com todos no escritório.
2. An inclination to be pleasant and friendly; natural kindness or amiability
He treated his mistakes with good nature and humor.
Ele tratou seus erros com boa índole e humor.
NYC Slang
having a good vibe, being a solid person
Synonyms
kindnessaffabilitygenialityamiabilitybenevolencewarmthpleasantness
Antonyms
ill naturebad temperhostilitymalevolenceirritabilityrudeness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bom caráter, boa índole
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
bom coração, boa índole
Emphasizes kindheartedness
São Paulo
bom caráter, temperamento agradável
Standard usage in business contexts
Portugal
bom caráter, natureza amável
Traditional Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

in good nature - com bom caráter
take something in good nature - aceitar algo com bom humor
good-natured person - pessoa de bom caráter
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