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proliferation

[prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: proliferações
proliferação
1. Rapid increase in number or amount; multiplication
The proliferation of mobile devices has changed how we communicate.
A proliferação de dispositivos móveis mudou a forma como nos comunicamos.
2. In biology, the process of rapid reproduction or growth of cells
Cell proliferation is essential for tissue repair and growth.
A proliferação celular é essencial para a reparação e crescimento de tecidos.
3. In politics/security, the spread of nuclear weapons or technology to more countries
International agreements aim to prevent nuclear proliferation.
Acordos internacionais visam prevenir a proliferação nuclear.
Synonyms
multiplicationreproductionexpansionincreasegrowth
Antonyms
decreasereductiondeclinesuppression

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
proliferação
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
proliferação
Common in business and scientific contexts
Portugal
proliferação
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

proliferation of violence
proliferation of species
nuclear proliferation treaty
rapid proliferation
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