received poorly
[rɪˈsiːvd ˈpɔːrli]
verb phrase
recebido mal / recebido de forma negativa
1. To be accepted or welcomed in a negative or unfavorable manner; to meet with disapproval or criticism
The new policy was received poorly by the employees.
A nova política foi recebida mal pelos funcionários.
2. To fail to be well-received; to have a negative reception or response
His speech was received poorly by the audience.
Seu discurso foi recebido de forma negativa pela plateia.
3. To be greeted with disapproval, criticism, or negative feedback
The movie was received poorly by critics.
O filme foi recebido com desaprovação pelos críticos.
This phrase is commonly used in business, entertainment, and social contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese to describe negative reactions to new ideas, products, policies, or performances. In Brazil, similar concepts might be expressed more casually with phrases like 'não caiu bem' in informal settings, while 'recebido negativamente' is preferred in formal or academic discourse.
NYC Slang
got cooked / didn't hit / got roasted
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