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vagareza

[vɐ.ɡɐ.ˈɾe.zɐ]
nounfemininepl: vagarezas
slowness, sluggishness, laziness
1. The quality or state of being slow, sluggish, or moving without haste
The vagareza of his movements indicated he was tired.
A vagareza de seus movimentos indicava que ele estava cansado.
2. Lack of speed or promptness in action or decision-making
The vagareza of the service at the restaurant was frustrating.
A vagareza do atendimento no restaurante foi frustrante.
3. Idleness or disinclination to work or exert oneself
His vagareza prevented him from completing the project on time.
A vagareza dele impediu que completasse o projeto a tempo.
Synonyms
lentidãomorosidadepreguiçaindolênciapachorra
Antonyms
rapidezvelocidadeprestezaagilidadediligência

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vagareza
Common usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
vagareza
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

com vagareza
andar com vagareza
falar com vagareza
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