When you're really, really angry or doing something with a lot of intense emotion, you can use furiousamente. It’s like saying "furiously" in English. Think about actions that show strong anger or great intensity, like arguing very loudly or running incredibly fast. This word helps describe how those actions are performed, adding a sense of powerful emotion or effort to the verb.
When you're trying to describe something happening with great intensity or anger, furiousamente is the adverb you're looking for in Portuguese. It's essentially the Portuguese equivalent of "furiously" in English. Think about actions that are done with a lot of force or strong emotion, especially anger.
You might use it to describe someone arguing very heatedly, or perhaps a storm raging with intense wind and rain. For example, if someone is shouting very angrily, you could say they are shouting furiousamente. It emphasizes the strength and vehemence of the action.
When you're trying to describe something happening with great intensity or anger, the adverb furiousamentes is a perfect fit. It literally translates to "furiously" and can be used to emphasize the strength or vehemence of an action. Think of it as adding a strong emotional punch to your verbs. For example, if someone is arguing very angrily, you could say they are arguing furiousamentes. It's a powerful word to have in your vocabulary!
When we want to describe an action performed with great anger or intensity, the adverb "furiousamente" comes in handy. It's often used with verbs that express strong emotions or forceful actions.
For example, if someone is shouting in a very angry way, you could say they are shouting "furiousamente." Or if a storm is raging with incredible intensity, you might describe it as raging "furiousamente."
Think of it as adding a layer of extreme passion or rage to a verb. It elevates the emotion beyond just being angry to being truly furious.
It's a strong word, so use it when you want to emphasize the intensity of the feeling or action being described.
§ What does "furiousamente" mean?
Let's break down a useful Portuguese adverb: furiousamente. This word helps you describe actions done with a lot of anger or intensity. Think of it as the Portuguese equivalent of saying "furiously" in English. It's an A2 level word, meaning it's something you'll encounter fairly often once you're past the absolute basics.
- DEFINITION
- furiousamente (adverb): furiously, in an extremely angry or violent way.
§ Where you actually hear this word — work, school, news
You might not think "furiousamente" is a word you'd hear every day, but it pops up more than you'd expect, especially when describing intense situations. Here are some common contexts:
§ In the news
News reports often use strong adverbs to convey the intensity of events. You'll hear "furiousamente" when describing reactions to political decisions, natural disasters, or other significant occurrences.
Os manifestantes protestaram furiousamente contra as novas leis. (The demonstrators protested furiously against the new laws.)
O artigo descrevia como o fogo se espalhava furiousamente pela floresta. (The article described how the fire spread furiously through the forest.)
§ In everyday conversation (describing strong emotions)
While not an everyday pleasantry, you'll hear "furiousamente" in casual conversation when people are describing situations where someone was very angry or acted with a lot of force.
Ele bateu a porta furiousamente depois da discussão. (He slammed the door furiously after the argument.)
Ela olhou para ele furiousamente quando descobriu a verdade. (She looked at him furiously when she found out the truth.)
§ In literature or film (for dramatic effect)
Authors and screenwriters use "furiousamente" to add drama and intensity to their descriptions. If you're reading a book or watching a movie in Portuguese, keep an ear out for it when characters are in highly emotional states.
O personagem principal gritou furiousamente com seus oponentes. (The main character yelled furiously at his opponents.)
So, while "furiousamente" isn't a word for lighthearted chatter, it's essential for understanding and expressing strong emotions or intense actions. Add it to your vocabulary for when you need to convey that extra punch!
دليل النطق
- Misplacing the stress on other syllables.
أمثلة حسب المستوى
O cão latiu furiousamente para o carteiro.
The dog barked furiously at the mailman.
Here, 'furiosamente' modifies the verb 'latiu' (barked), describing how the action was performed.
Ela bateu a porta furiousamente depois da discussão.
She slammed the door furiously after the argument.
'Furiosamente' emphasizes the intensity of 'bateu' (slammed).
Os fãs aplaudiram furiousamente quando a banda subiu ao palco.
The fans cheered furiously when the band came on stage.
In this context, 'furiosamente' conveys intense enthusiasm rather than anger.
Ele trabalhou furiousamente para terminar o projeto a tempo.
He worked furiously to finish the project on time.
Here, it implies working with great intensity and effort.
A criança chorou furiousamente depois de cair da bicicleta.
The child cried furiously after falling off the bike.
'Furiosamente' describes the intense and perhaps angry nature of the crying.
O vento soprava furiousamente, sacudindo as árvores.
The wind blew furiously, shaking the trees.
Here, it refers to the strength and violence of the wind.
Ela argumentou furiousamente contra a decisão, mas não adiantou.
She argued furiously against the decision, but it was no use.
'Furiosamente' highlights the vehemence of her argument.
O rio corria furiousamente após as fortes chuvas.
The river flowed furiously after the heavy rains.
This implies a powerful and rapid current in the river.
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
Ele gritou furiosamente com o cachorro.
He screamed furiously at the dog.
Ela olhou furiosamente para o motorista.
She looked furiously at the driver.
Tivemos que trabalhar furiosamente para terminar o projeto.
We had to work furiously to finish the project.
A criança correu furiosamente para a mãe.
The child ran furiously to its mother.
Começou a chover furiosamente de repente.
It started raining furiously all of a sudden.
Ele estava dirigindo furiosamente pela estrada.
He was driving furiously down the road.
O time atacou furiosamente no segundo tempo.
The team attacked furiously in the second half.
Ela defendeu-se furiosamente das acusações.
She defended herself furiously against the accusations.
Ele escreveu furiosamente o relatório antes do prazo.
He wrote furiously the report before the deadline.
Eles debateram furiosamente o novo plano.
They debated furiously the new plan.
أنماط نحوية
أنماط الجُمل
Sujeito + Verbo + furiousamente.
Ele gritou furiousamente. (He shouted furiously.)
Verbo + furiousamente + Sujeito.
Correu furiousamente a criança. (The child ran furiously.)
Sujeito + Verbo + Objeto + furiousamente.
Ela jogou a bola furiousamente. (She threw the ball furiously.)
furiousamente + Verbo + Sujeito.
Furiousamente, ele fechou a porta. (Furiously, he closed the door.)
Sujeito + Verbo + furiousamente + preposição + substantivo.
Ele reclamou furiousamente do serviço. (He complained furiously about the service.)
Verbo + furiousamente + advérbio de tempo/lugar.
Eles discutiram furiousamente a noite toda. (They argued furiously all night.)
Gerúndio + furiousamente.
Batendo furiousamente na porta, ele exigiu uma resposta. (Furious knocking on the door, he demanded an answer.)
Cláusula subordinada + furiousamente.
Embora ele estivesse furiousamente irritado, ele tentou manter a calma. (Although he was furiously angry, he tried to remain calm.)
عائلة الكلمة
الأسماء
الأفعال
الصفات
نصائح
Adverb Formation
Many adverbs in Portuguese end in -mente, similar to English adverbs ending in -ly. This is a common and useful pattern to recognize.
Connect to English
Think of 'furious' and 'furiously'. The connection to fúria (fury) is clear, making 'furiousamente' easier to remember.
Practice Pronunciation
Say 'furiousamente' out loud several times. Pay attention to the stressed syllable: fu-rio-sa-men-te. Pronounce each syllable clearly.
Use with Verbs
This adverb often describes how an action is performed. Think of verbs like gritar (to shout), correr (to run), or lutar (to fight).
Contextual Examples
See it in a sentence: 'Ele gritou furiousamente.' (He shouted furiously.) 'Ela correu furiousamente.' (She ran furiously.)
Synonyms for Intensity
While 'furiousamente' specifically means 'furiously', other adverbs can express strong emotion or intensity, like violentamente (violently) or com raiva (with anger).
Avoid Overuse
Like in English, using 'furiousamente' too often can sound repetitive or overly dramatic. Vary your vocabulary to express anger or intensity.
Expressing Anger
Portuguese speakers express anger directly. 'Furiousamente' clearly conveys a high level of raiva (anger).
Memory Hook
Imagine a bull charging furiousamente. Visualizing the word in action can help cement its meaning.
Literary Use
You might encounter 'furiousamente' in literature to emphasize intense emotions or actions. It adds a strong descriptive element to writing.
اختبر نفسك 66 أسئلة
Eu corro ____.
The sentence means 'I run quickly.' 'Rápido' means quickly.
Ela fala ____.
The sentence means 'She speaks loudly.' 'Alto' means loudly.
Nós comemos ____.
The sentence means 'We eat a lot.' 'Muito' means a lot.
Eles trabalham ____.
The sentence means 'They work well.' 'Bem' means well.
Você canta ____.
The sentence means 'You sing beautifully.' 'Bonito' means beautifully.
O carro é ____.
The sentence means 'The car is new.' 'Novo' means new.
Ele gritou ___ com raiva. (He yelled ___ with anger.)
The context 'com raiva' (with anger) indicates that 'furiousamente' (furiously) is the correct adverb to describe how he yelled.
A porta bateu ___ por causa do vento forte. (The door slammed ___ because of the strong wind.)
A door slamming due to strong wind would do so in a violent or forceful way, making 'furiousamente' (furiously) the best fit.
Ela trabalhou ___ para terminar o projeto a tempo. (She worked ___ to finish the project on time.)
Working 'furiousamente' (furiously) implies working with great intensity and energy, which is needed to finish a project on time.
O cão latiu ___ para o carteiro. (The dog barked ___ at the postman.)
Dogs often bark in an aggressive or angry way at postmen, so 'furiousamente' (furiously) is appropriate here.
Depois da discussão, ele saiu da sala ___. (After the argument, he left the room ___.)
Leaving 'furiousamente' (furiously) after an argument suggests an angry and abrupt departure.
O chef reclamou ___ do prato malfeito. (The chef complained ___ about the poorly made dish.)
A chef complaining 'furiousamente' (furiously) conveys a strong and angry reaction to a poorly made dish.
He ______ at the dog.
The child cried ______ when the toy broke.
She slammed the door ______ and left.
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O vento soprava furiosamente.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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Ele correu furiosamente para pegar o ônibus.
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Ela trabalhou furiosamente para terminar o projeto.
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Imagine you are late for an important meeting and get stuck in traffic. Describe your feelings using 'furiousamente'.
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Eu estava no trânsito, atrasado para uma reunião importante, e senti-me furiousamente frustrado. (I was in traffic, late for an important meeting, and felt furiously frustrated.)
Your friend tells you they've accidentally deleted an important document you were working on. How would you describe your reaction using 'furiousamente'?
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Quando meu amigo me disse que apagou o documento, eu reagi furiousamente. (When my friend told me they deleted the document, I reacted furiously.)
You are watching a sports game and the referee makes a very unfair call against your favorite team. Describe how the fans might react using 'furiousamente'.
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O árbitro fez uma decisão injusta e os fãs começaram a protestar furiousamente. (The referee made an unfair decision and the fans started protesting furiously.)
Por que Ana bateu na mesa furiousamente?
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Ana estava estudando para um exame muito importante. De repente, a luz acabou e ela não conseguiu salvar o seu trabalho. Ela bateu na mesa furiousamente, porque perdeu horas de estudo. (Ana was studying for a very important exam. Suddenly, the light went out and she couldn't save her work. She hit the table furiously, because she lost hours of study.)
Por que Ana bateu na mesa furiousamente?
O texto diz que ela perdeu horas de estudo devido à queda de energia e isso a deixou furiosa.
O texto diz que ela perdeu horas de estudo devido à queda de energia e isso a deixou furiosa.
Qual é a razão do latido furioso do cachorro?
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O cachorro começou a latir furiousamente quando viu o carteiro. Ele não gostava de estranhos perto de sua casa. O carteiro ficou um pouco assustado e entregou a correspondência rapidamente. (The dog started barking furiously when he saw the mailman. He didn't like strangers near his house. The mailman got a little scared and delivered the mail quickly.)
Qual é a razão do latido furioso do cachorro?
O texto afirma que 'Ele não gostava de estranhos perto de sua casa', o que explica seu latido furioso.
O texto afirma que 'Ele não gostava de estranhos perto de sua casa', o que explica seu latido furioso.
Como o chef estava trabalhando?
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O chef na cozinha estava trabalhando furiousamente para preparar todos os pratos a tempo. O restaurante estava muito cheio e os pedidos chegavam sem parar. Ele suava, mas não parava de se mover. (The chef in the kitchen was working furiously to prepare all the dishes on time. The restaurant was very full and orders kept coming in. He was sweating, but he didn't stop moving.)
Como o chef estava trabalhando?
A descrição 'trabalhando furiousamente para preparar todos os pratos a tempo' e 'não parava de se mover' indica trabalho intenso e rápido, não necessariamente com raiva.
A descrição 'trabalhando furiousamente para preparar todos os pratos a tempo' e 'não parava de se mover' indica trabalho intenso e rápido, não necessariamente com raiva.
Ele gritou ___ com a situação injusta. (He shouted ___ at the unfair situation.)
The context of 'unfair situation' and 'shouted' suggests an angry reaction, making 'furiousamente' (furiously) the correct fit.
O vento soprava ___ durante a tempestade. (The wind blew ___ during the storm.)
Storms are characterized by strong, violent winds, so 'furiousamente' (furiously) is appropriate to describe the wind's intensity.
Ela bateu a porta ___ e saiu correndo. (She slammed the door ___ and ran out.)
Slamming a door and running out indicates an angry or violent action, which aligns with the meaning of 'furiousamente' (furiously).
O cão latiu ___ para o carteiro. (The dog barked ___ at the postman.)
Dogs often bark aggressively or 'furiously' at postmen, making 'furiousamente' the most fitting adverb.
Ele reclamou ___ sobre o serviço ruim no restaurante. (He complained ___ about the bad service at the restaurant.)
Complaining 'furiousamente' (furiously) about bad service implies a strong, angry reaction, which is a common scenario.
A discussão começou e eles começaram a falar ___. (The argument started and they began to speak ___.)
During an argument, people often speak 'furiousamente' (furiously), indicating intense anger and volume.
He yelled furiously at the dog.
The child cried furiously after falling.
The storm hit the coast furiously.
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Ele fechou a porta furiosamente.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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A torcida reagiu furiosamente à decisão do juiz.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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Ela trabalhou furiosamente para terminar o projeto a tempo.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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The wind was blowing furiously, tearing tiles from the roof.
She complained furiously about the poor service she received.
The dog barked furiously at the mailman, protecting its home.
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Ele gesticulou furiosamente, tentando expressar sua raiva e frustração.
Focus: furiousamente
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Após a discussão, ela saiu furiosamente da sala, batendo a porta.
Focus: furiosamente
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O mar estava agitando furiosamente, com ondas gigantes quebrando na costa.
Focus: furiosamente
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Choose the most appropriate synonym for "furiousamente" in the following sentence: "Ele reagiu ___ às acusações, negando tudo com veemência."
The word 'violentamente' (violently) best captures the intensity and anger implied by 'furiousamente' in the context of vehemently denying accusations.
In which of the following sentences does "furiousamente" convey a sense of extreme passion rather than anger?
While 'furiousamente' often implies anger, it can also describe an intense, passionate, or energetic action. In this sentence, it describes the artist's intense and vigorous painting, conveying passion rather than anger.
Which of the following scenarios would most likely involve someone acting "furiousamente"?
Being unjustly fired from a job is a situation that would naturally provoke extreme anger, leading to a 'furious' reaction.
If someone is described as working "furiousamente" on a project, it always means they are angry about it.
While 'furiousamente' can mean 'angrily,' it can also mean 'with great intensity' or 'passionately.' Someone working 'furiousamente' on a project might be doing so with intense focus and energy, not necessarily anger.
The adverb "furiousamente" can be used to describe the intensity of a storm.
Yes, 'furiousamente' can be used to describe the intensity or violence of a natural phenomenon like a storm, indicating it is raging with great force.
It is grammatically correct to use "furiousamente" to describe a quiet and serene action.
No, 'furiousamente' describes actions done in an extremely angry, violent, or intense way. It is the opposite of quiet and serene.
Pay attention to how 'furiosamente' emphasizes the intensity of his shouting.
Listen for 'furiosamente' to understand the level of the child's anger.
Notice how 'furiosamente' describes the powerful impact of the storm.
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O advogado argumentou furiosamente contra a decisão do juiz, citando vários precedentes legais.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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Ela trabalhou furiosamente para terminar o projeto antes do prazo final, sacrificando seu sono.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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Depois de perder o jogo, o treinador jogou a prancheta furiosamente no chão.
Focus: fu-ri-o-sa-men-te
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Imagine a character who just received devastating news. Describe their immediate reaction and how they might express 'furiousamente' in their actions or words. Use vivid language.
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Após ouvir a notícia avassaladora, os olhos dela incendiaram-se. Ela cerrou os punhos e bateu com eles na mesa furiosamente, fazendo os objetos saltarem. Suas palavras saíram em um rosnado, entrecortadas por exclamações de raiva que preenchiam o ar. Era uma explosão incontrolável de fúria.
Write a short paragraph about a political debate where one of the participants reacts 'furiousamente' to an opponent's statement. Focus on the impact of this reaction on the debate's atmosphere.
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No calor do debate político, quando o oponente insinuou desonestidade, o candidato irrompeu furiosamente. Gesticulava de forma agressiva e sua voz elevou-se a um tom que cortou a fala do moderador. A tensão na sala tornou-se palpável; a audiência encolheu-se, e o antes civilizado confronto transformou-se em um espetáculo de pura indignação, alterando irreversivelmente a dinâmica do evento.
You are a sports commentator. Describe a moment in a game where a player or coach reacts 'furiousamente' to a referee's decision. What are the consequences of such an outburst?
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O técnico, diante da decisão controversa do árbitro, explodiu furiosamente à beira do campo. Gritava, apontava, e seus gestos eram de pura incredulidade e raiva. Apesar dos protestos veementes da equipe técnica, a insistência e a intensidade do seu surto resultaram no inevitável cartão vermelho, levando à sua expulsão e deixando a equipa desorientada e sob ainda mais pressão pelo resto do jogo.
De que forma os ventos demonstravam a sua força?
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A tempestade irrompeu de repente, transformando o céu outrora sereno numa paleta de cinzas e roxos. Os ventos uivavam furiosamente, dobrando as árvores como se fossem meros ramos. A chuva desabou com uma intensidade que parecia querer lavar o mundo, e os relâmpagos rasgavam o firmamento, seguidos por trovões que faziam tremer o chão. A natureza demonstrava todo o seu poder indomável e avassalador.
De que forma os ventos demonstravam a sua força?
O texto afirma explicitamente que 'Os ventos uivavam furiosamente', indicando a maneira intensa e violenta com que se manifestavam.
O texto afirma explicitamente que 'Os ventos uivavam furiosamente', indicando a maneira intensa e violenta com que se manifestavam.
Qual foi a consequência imediata da reação 'furiosa' da testemunha?
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No tribunal, a testemunha de acusação, após ser repetidamente questionada sobre a veracidade de suas declarações, reagiu furiosamente. Seu rosto ficou vermelho, e ela bateu com a mão na bancada, exigindo respeito. O juiz interveio imediatamente, lembrando-lhe da seriedade do ambiente e das consequências de tal comportamento. A ordem foi restabelecida, mas a credibilidade da testemunha ficou abalada.
Qual foi a consequência imediata da reação 'furiosa' da testemunha?
O texto afirma que 'O juiz interveio imediatamente, lembrando-lhe da seriedade do ambiente e das consequências de tal comportamento', o que ocorreu logo após a testemunha reagir furiosamente.
O texto afirma que 'O juiz interveio imediatamente, lembrando-lhe da seriedade do ambiente e das consequências de tal comportamento', o que ocorreu logo após a testemunha reagir furiosamente.
Como a forma de pintar 'furiosamente' afetou a obra de arte?
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A jovem artista, frustrada com a incapacidade de expressar a intensidade de suas emoções na tela, pegou o pincel e começou a pintar furiosamente. As cores se misturavam de forma caótica, as pinceladas eram vigorosas e desordenadas. Contudo, dessa aparente desordem, emergiu uma obra de arte poderosa e visceral, que capturava a essência de sua paixão e tormento de uma forma que a calma nunca permitiria.
Como a forma de pintar 'furiosamente' afetou a obra de arte?
O texto descreve que 'dessa aparente desordem, emergiu uma obra de arte poderosa e visceral', indicando um resultado positivo da pintura furiosa.
O texto descreve que 'dessa aparente desordem, emergiu uma obra de arte poderosa e visceral', indicando um resultado positivo da pintura furiosa.
This sentence structure places the adverb 'furiosamente' after the verb it modifies, which is a common and natural construction in Portuguese. The adverb describes the manner in which the crowd protested.
Here, 'furiosamente' clarifies the intensity of 'bateu a porta'. Placing it before 'após a discussão' connects the adverb directly to the action.
In this sentence, 'furiosamente' describes the strength and manner of the wind. Its position after the verb 'soprava' is standard.
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Adverb Formation
Many adverbs in Portuguese end in -mente, similar to English adverbs ending in -ly. This is a common and useful pattern to recognize.
Connect to English
Think of 'furious' and 'furiously'. The connection to fúria (fury) is clear, making 'furiousamente' easier to remember.
Practice Pronunciation
Say 'furiousamente' out loud several times. Pay attention to the stressed syllable: fu-rio-sa-men-te. Pronounce each syllable clearly.
Use with Verbs
This adverb often describes how an action is performed. Think of verbs like gritar (to shout), correr (to run), or lutar (to fight).
مثال
O cão latiu furiosamente para o carteiro.
محتوى ذو صلة
مزيد من كلمات emotions
a sério?
A2seriously?, an expression of surprise, disbelief, or to check earnestness
abalado
A2Emotionally disturbed or upset; shaken.
abalar
A2To shake or disturb (emotionally); to affect deeply.
abalo
A2Shock, emotional disturbance; a sudden, disturbing, or upsetting emotional experience.
abandonado
B1Left by the owner or inhabitants; deserted.
abatidamente
B1In a dejected or disheartened manner; dejectedly.
abatido
A2Dejected; sad and depressed; dispirited.
abatimento
A2Dejection; a sad and depressed state; low spirits.
abertamente
A2openly, frankly; without concealment; publicly.
abismado
B1Filled with astonishment or wonder.
