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viewed negatively
[ˈvjuːd ˈnɛɡətɪvli]
verb phrase
visto negativamente
1.
perceived or regarded in an unfavorable or disapproving manner
His behavior was viewed negatively by the community.
Seu comportamento foi visto negativamente pela comunidade.
2.
judged or considered with disapproval or criticism
The policy was viewed negatively by environmental groups.
A política foi vista negativamente pelos grupos ambientalistas.
NYC Slang
looked at the wrong way
Synonyms
regarded unfavorably
perceived critically
judged disapprovingly
seen with disfavor
considered poorly
Antonyms
viewed positively
regarded favorably
perceived favorably
judged approvingly
seen with approval
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
visto com maus olhos
common idiomatic expression meaning 'viewed with disapproval'
São Paulo
visto negativamente
standard formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
visto com desaprovação
emphasis on disapproval
Portugal
visto de forma negativa
slightly more formal phrasing
Related Idioms & Phrases
viewed in a negative light
cast in a negative light
fall from favor
get a bad rap
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