verb (past tense and past participle) / adjective
nivelado / igualado / demolido
1. Made level, flat, or even in surface or height
The workers leveled the ground before laying the foundation.
Os trabalhadores nivelaram o terreno antes de colocar a fundação.
2. Made equal in status, position, or opportunity
The new policy leveled the playing field for all competitors.
A nova política igualou as condições para todos os competidores.
3. Destroyed or knocked down (a building or structure)
The earthquake leveled several buildings in the city.
O terremoto demoliu vários edifícios na cidade.
4. Pointed or aimed (a weapon or accusation) at someone
He leveled a serious accusation against his opponent.
Ele fez uma acusação séria contra seu oponente.
5. Achieved the same score or standing as someone else
The team leveled the score in the second half.
O time igualou o placar na segunda metade.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'nivelado' is widely used in construction and sports contexts. The phrase 'nivelar o jogo' (level the game) is common in sports commentary. In American English, 'leveled' is frequently used metaphorically in business and social contexts to mean creating equality of opportunity or fair competition.
NYC Slang
leveled = 'wiped out', 'destroyed', 'knocked down', or 'evened things up' depending on context
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