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saviors

[ˈseɪvjərz]
nounpl: saviors
salvadores
1. people who rescue or save someone from danger, harm, or destruction
The firefighters were the saviors of the trapped residents.
Os bombeiros foram os salvadores dos moradores presos.
2. people who save or rescue something from ruin or failure
The new CEO became the savior of the failing company.
O novo CEO se tornou o salvador da empresa falida.
3. in religious context, one who saves souls from sin or damnation (often capitalized when referring to Jesus Christ)
Christians believe in Jesus as their Savior.
Os cristãos acreditam em Jesus como seu Salvador.
NYC Slang
heroes, lifesavers
Synonyms
rescuersliberatorsdeliverersredeemersheroes
Antonyms
destroyersvillainsoppressorspersecutors

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
salvadores
Standard Portuguese term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
salvadores
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
salvadores
Same as general Brazilian usage
Portugal
salvadores
Standard European Portuguese term

Related Idioms & Phrases

a savior in shining armor
ride to the rescue
come to someone's aid
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