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hidden characteristics

[/ˈhɪdn ˌkærəktərˈɪstɪks/]
nounpl: hidden characteristics
características ocultas
1. Features, traits, or qualities that are not immediately visible or obvious; concealed attributes
The hidden characteristics of the material were only revealed through advanced testing.
As características ocultas do material foram reveladas apenas através de testes avançados.
2. Genetic or inherent qualities that are not expressed or apparent on the surface
The hidden characteristics of the recessive genes were passed down through generations.
As características ocultas dos genes recessivos foram transmitidas através das gerações.
3. Undisclosed or secret attributes of a person or object
She revealed her hidden characteristics through her actions during the crisis.
Ela revelou suas características ocultas através de suas ações durante a crise.
Synonyms
concealed traitslatent qualitiesundisclosed featuressecret attributesimplicit properties
Antonyms
visible characteristicsobvious featuresapparent traitsexplicit qualitiesmanifest properties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
características ocultas
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
características encobertas
Alternative form occasionally used
Rio de Janeiro
características ocultas
Common usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
características encobertas
Preferred form in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

what lies beneath
beneath the surface
hidden depths
the real deal
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