inflammation
[/ɪnˈflæməʃən/]
nounfemininepl: inflammations / inflamações
inflamação
1. A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection
The inflammation in her knee made it difficult to walk.
A inflamação no joelho dela dificultava caminhar.
2. The action or condition of inflaming or being inflamed
The inflammation of the tissue was caused by the allergic reaction.
A inflamação do tecido foi causada pela reação alérgica.
3. Emotional or political agitation or excitement
His speech caused inflammation among the crowd.
Seu discurso causou inflamação entre a multidão.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'inflammation' is predominantly used in medical and health discussions. Brazilians often use 'inchaço' (swelling) colloquially alongside 'inflamação' in casual conversation. The term has gained increased cultural prominence in recent years due to discussions about chronic inflammation and anti-inflammatory diets in wellness culture across both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to inflame someone's anger - exacerbar a raiva de alguém
inflammatory remarks - comentários inflamatórios
to reduce inflammation - reduzir a inflamação
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →