unprecedented character

[/ʌnˈpresɪdɛntɪd ˈkærɪktər/]
noun phrasepl: unprecedented characters
caráter sem precedentes
1. A quality, nature, or distinctive feature that has never occurred or existed before; something entirely new and original in its characteristics or behavior
The pandemic presented challenges of an unprecedented character that governments worldwide had to address.
A pandemia apresentou desafios de um caráter sem precedentes que os governos em todo o mundo tiveram de enfrentar.
2. A person or entity whose attributes or conduct are completely novel and have no previous examples to compare
This athlete demonstrates skills of an unprecedented character in the sport.
Este atleta demonstra habilidades de um caráter sem precedentes no esporte.
This phrase is commonly used in formal discourse, particularly in legal, academic, and journalistic contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'caráter sem precedentes' emphasizes the uniqueness and novelty of a situation, while 'caráter inédito' may be preferred in more technical or literary contexts. The expression gained particular prominence in global discourse during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
novel characterunique characterextraordinary characterunparalleled natureoriginal character
Antonyms / Antônimos
conventional charactertypical characterordinary naturecommon characterfamiliar character

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caráter sem precedentes
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
caráter sem precedentes
Common in both spoken and written Portuguese
São Paulo
caráter inédito
Alternative formal expression used in business and academic settings
Portugal
carácter sem precedentes
Uses European Portuguese spelling with accent on 'carácter'

Related Words

unprecedentedcharacternoveltyoriginalityuniqueness

Related Idioms & Phrases

of an unprecedented character
break new ground
without parallel
one of a kind
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