recrimination
[/rɪˌkrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: recriminations
recriminação
1. An accusation made in response to another accusation; a counter-accusation
The argument descended into recriminations when both parties started blaming each other.
A discussão desceu para recriminações quando ambas as partes começaram a se culpar mutuamente.
2. A bitter complaint or reproach made in return for another
Instead of resolving the conflict, they exchanged recriminations throughout the meeting.
Em vez de resolver o conflito, trocaram recriminações durante toda a reunião.
3. The act of accusing someone in return for being accused
The divorce proceedings were marked by endless recrimination between the couple.
Os procedimentos de divórcio foram marcados por recriminação contínua entre o casal.
In Brazilian and American legal contexts, recrimination is a significant term in divorce proceedings where both parties accuse each other. In everyday speech, Brazilians often use 'recriminação' to describe interpersonal conflicts that escalate into mutual blame, while Americans typically use it in more formal settings.
NYC Slang
he said/she said
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