Portuguese to English Dictionary (Dicionário Português-Inglês)

Speculation

The forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.

Speculative boom

A rapid and substantial increase in the price of assets, driven not by fundamental economic value, but by exaggerated expectations of future price growth and market enthusiasm.

Speculator

A person who engages in the buying and selling of assets, often in the hope of making a profit from fluctuations in market prices.

Speculum

A mirror or reflective surface, especially one used in medical examinations.

Spiel

A lengthy, often rehearsed speech or argument designed to persuade or influence someone.

Spimming

The act of sending unsolicited commercial or malicious messages via instant messaging services.

Spinning jenny

An early multi-spool spinning wheel invented in 1764 that dramatically reduced the amount of work needed to produce yarn, with a worker being able to work multiple spools at once.

Spirality

The quality or state of being spiral.

Spirit-Rapping

A form of communication believed to be conducted by spirits through audible knocks or taps.

Spiritedness

The quality of being lively, energetic, and full of spirit.

Spiritual Bias

A tendency to favor or lean towards a particular spiritual belief or practice.

Spiritual Opening

A moment or experience that allows an individual to connect with a deeper sense of self or the universe.