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notables

[/ˈnoʊtəbəlz/]
noun
notáveis
1. People of prominence, importance, or distinction in society or a particular field
The notables of the city attended the gala event.
Os notáveis da cidade compareceram ao evento de gala.
2. Persons worthy of attention or note; remarkable or distinguished individuals
Among the notables were several Nobel Prize winners.
Entre os notáveis havia vários ganhadores do Prêmio Nobel.
NYC Slang
bigwigs
Synonyms
dignitariesluminariescelebritiesdistinguished personsprominent figuresVIPselites
Antonyms
nobodiescommonersunknownsobscure people

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
notáveis
Standard usage for prominent or distinguished people
São Paulo
notáveis
Common in formal and business contexts
Portugal
notáveis
Standard formal usage, may also use 'personalidades'

Related Idioms & Phrases

among the notables
the notables of society
local notables
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