Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pior

adjective
/piˈɔr/
Definition
The Portuguese word ‘pior’ translates to ‘worse’ in English, indicating a comparative degree of inferiority or quality.
Examples
  • O filme foi pior do que eu esperava. (The movie was worse than I expected.)
  • A situação ficou pior depois da tempestade. (The situation got worse after the storm.)
Meaning
‘Pior’ is used to describe something that has a lower quality in comparison to another item or situation.
Synonyms
  • mais ruim
  • inferior
  • piorado