weaker perseverance

[WEE-ker pur-SEV-er-uns]
noun phrase
perseverança mais fraca
1. A diminished or reduced capacity to persist in effort despite difficulties; less determination or resilience
His weaker perseverance made it difficult for him to complete the marathon training program.
Sua perseverança mais fraca dificultou a conclusão do programa de treinamento da maratona.
2. Lacking sustained effort or commitment in pursuing a goal
The student's weaker perseverance was evident when she abandoned her dissertation after the first setback.
A perseverança mais fraca da estudante era evidente quando ela abandonou sua dissertação após o primeiro revés.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, perseverance is highly valued culturally. The phrase 'weaker perseverance' is typically used in formal or academic settings to describe individuals who struggle with long-term commitment. In Brazil, this concept is often discussed in educational contexts when evaluating student performance, while in the USA it may be more commonly referenced in business or sports contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
diminished determinationreduced resilienceflagging commitmentwaning resolvelesser fortitude
Antonyms / Antônimos
strong perseverancesteadfast determinationunwavering resolvegreater fortituderobust commitment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
perseverança mais fraca
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
perseverança mais fraca
Common in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
perseverança menor
Alternative phrasing sometimes used in business contexts
Portugal
perseverança menor
European Portuguese may use 'menor' instead of 'mais fraca'

Related Words

perseveranceresiliencedeterminationfortitudeendurancepersistencetenacityresolve

Related Idioms & Phrases

to lack the staying power
to run out of steam
to lose one's grip
to falter in one's resolve
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