mind-expanding
[/maɪnd ɪkˈspændɪŋ/]
adjective
expansivo da mente
1. Causing one to think in new or different ways; broadening one's perspective or consciousness
The documentary was truly mind-expanding, offering perspectives I had never considered before.
O documentário foi realmente expansivo da mente, oferecendo perspectivas que eu nunca havia considerado antes.
2. Intellectually stimulating or enlightening; opening up new ideas or understanding
Traveling to different cultures can be a mind-expanding experience.
Viajar para diferentes culturas pode ser uma experiência expansiva da mente.
3. Related to the use of psychedelic drugs or substances that alter consciousness
The artist was influenced by mind-expanding substances during his creative period.
O artista foi influenciado por substâncias expansivas da mente durante seu período criativo.
This term gained particular prominence in the 1960s counterculture movement in the USA, often associated with psychedelic experiences and spiritual awakening. In contemporary usage, it's used more broadly to describe intellectual, artistic, or experiential stimulation. In Brazil, the term is increasingly used in educational and cultural discussions, particularly regarding travel, arts, and philosophical discussions.
NYC Slang
trip-inducing, consciousness-bending, head-trippy
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