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slavery

[/ˈsleɪvəri/]
nounfeminine
escravidão
1. The state of being a slave; the practice of owning slaves as a legal institution
The abolition of slavery was a major turning point in American history.
A abolição da escravidão foi um ponto de virada importante na história americana.
2. A condition of hard work and subjugation; bondage or servitude
She felt trapped in slavery to her job and responsibilities.
Ela se sentia presa à escravidão do seu trabalho e responsabilidades.
3. Complete subjection to a dominating influence or power
Addiction is a form of slavery to substance abuse.
O vício é uma forma de escravidão ao abuso de substâncias.
Synonyms
bondageservitudethralldomserfdomsubjugation
Antonyms
freedomlibertyemancipationindependence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
escravidão
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
escravidão
No regional variation; standard term used
São Paulo
escravidão
No regional variation; standard term used
Portugal
escravidão
Identical usage; sometimes also 'servidão' in historical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

wage slavery - escravidão salarial
slave to fashion - escravo da moda
chains of slavery - correntes da escravidão
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