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salient features

[/ˈseɪliənt ˈfiːtʃərz/]
noun
características salientes
1. The most prominent, important, or noticeable aspects or qualities of something
The salient features of the new policy are increased transparency and accountability.
As características salientes da nova política são maior transparência e responsabilidade.
2. Key points or distinguishing elements that stand out or are readily noticed
We focused on the salient features of the architectural design.
Focamos nas características salientes do projeto arquitetônico.
Synonyms
outstanding featuresprominent characteristicskey aspectsmain pointsdistinctive traitshighlight features
Antonyms
negligible featuresminor detailsinconspicuous traitsinsignificant aspects

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
características salientes
Most common and standard usage
General Brazilian
traços marcantes
Alternative, slightly more colloquial
Portugal
características salientes
Standard European Portuguese usage
Portugal
aspetos relevantes
Common alternative in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand out like a sore thumb
the elephant in the room
jump out at someone
catch the eye
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