Portuguese to English Dictionary (Dicionário Português-Inglês)

aqueous

Of, relating to, or containing water; watery.

arbitration

The use of an arbitrator to settle a dispute.

archivist

A person responsible for preserving, organizing, and maintaining the accessibility of historical documents and records.

armour

Protective covering worn to prevent damage inflicted by weapons, especially in combat.

arrondissement

A subdivision of a large French city (such as Paris) or a territorial department for municipal administration.

astringency

The property of a substance that causes contraction of body tissues, typically tasting sour or bitter and causing a puckering feeling in the mouth.

astringent

A substance that causes body tissues to contract, typically used to reduce bleeding from minor cuts or to dry skin.

asynchronous

Not occurring at the same time; not synchronized in time.

atrocious

Horrifyingly wicked; extremely brutal, cruel, or evil.

aura

A distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place.

authoritarianism

The enforcement or advocacy of strict obedience to authority at the expense of personal freedom, often characterized by a lack of democratic processes.

authoritative

Proceeding from an official source or someone in authority; commanding and self-confident.