desfavorecido
1. Not favored; not preferred or supported; lacking favor or advantage
The unfavored candidate surprised everyone by winning the election.
O candidato desfavorecido surpreendeu a todos ao vencer as eleições.
2. Receiving little support, approval, or preference from others
The unfavored team played with determination despite low expectations.
O time desfavorecido jogou com determinação apesar das baixas expectativas.
3. Not blessed with good luck or favorable circumstances
He came from an unfavored background but achieved great success.
Ele veio de um contexto desfavorecido, mas alcançou grande sucesso.
The term 'unfavored' is commonly used in American sports contexts when discussing teams or players with low odds of winning. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'desfavorecido' is frequently used in both social and sports contexts, often referring to socioeconomic disadvantage or lack of privilege.
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