C1 verb Formal #28 mais comum

adverse

/ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse describes conditions, effects, or events that are harmful, unfavorable, or contrary to one's interests or success. It is most commonly used in formal, technical, or medical contexts to indicate that something is working against a desired outcome.

Exemplos

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1

The hikers had to turn back because of adverse weather conditions.

The hikers had to turn back because of unfavorable and potentially dangerous weather conditions.

2

The patient experienced an adverse reaction to the new medication.

The patient experienced a harmful or negative side effect from the new medication.

3

I'm not sure if his adverse attitude is going to help us finish this project on time.

I am not sure if his negative or hostile attitude will help us finish this project on time.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
adversity
Advérbio
adversely
Adjetivo
adverse
Relacionado
adversary
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Dica de memorização

Think of the 'AD' in 'ADverse' as 'ADDing a REVERSE'—it's something that adds a backward or negative force to your progress.

Quiz rápido

The company's stock price plummeted following ___ reports about the safety of its main product.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: adverse

Exemplos

1

The hikers had to turn back because of adverse weather conditions.

everyday

The hikers had to turn back because of unfavorable and potentially dangerous weather conditions.

2

The patient experienced an adverse reaction to the new medication.

formal

The patient experienced a harmful or negative side effect from the new medication.

3

I'm not sure if his adverse attitude is going to help us finish this project on time.

informal

I am not sure if his negative or hostile attitude will help us finish this project on time.

4

Studies indicate that adverse environmental factors can significantly impact local biodiversity.

academic

Research shows that harmful environmental factors can greatly affect the variety of life in an area.

5

The sudden tax increase had an adverse effect on our quarterly profits.

business

The sudden tax increase had a negative or disadvantageous impact on our profits for the quarter.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
adversity
Advérbio
adversely
Adjetivo
adverse
Relacionado
adversary

Colocações comuns

adverse effects harmful consequences or side effects
adverse weather bad or dangerous weather conditions
adverse conditions unfavorable or difficult circumstances
adverse publicity negative media coverage or attention
adverse reaction a negative physical or chemical response

Frases Comuns

adverse circumstances

situations that make it difficult to achieve something

under adverse conditions

performing a task while facing difficulties or hardship

adverse possession

a legal principle where a person gains title to land by occupying it

Frequentemente confundido com

adverse vs averse

Adverse refers to harmful things or conditions (adverse weather), while averse refers to people having a strong dislike or opposition (averse to risk).

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Notas de uso

Adverse is typically used to describe situations, conditions, or effects rather than people. It almost always precedes the noun it modifies in professional reporting.

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Erros comuns

The most frequent error is using 'adverse' when you mean 'averse' (e.g., saying 'I am adverse to spicy food' instead of 'averse to spicy food').

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Dica de memorização

Think of the 'AD' in 'ADverse' as 'ADDing a REVERSE'—it's something that adds a backward or negative force to your progress.

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Origem da palavra

From the Latin 'adversus', meaning 'turned against' or 'hostile', which is the past participle of 'advertere'.

Padrões gramaticais

Attributive adjective: typically placed before a noun (e.g., adverse weather). Can be used predicatively after a linking verb (e.g., The conditions were adverse).
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Contexto cultural

In English-speaking legal and medical cultures, this word is essential for 'Adverse Event Reporting,' which is a standardized way to document harmful occurrences.

Quiz rápido

The company's stock price plummeted following ___ reports about the safety of its main product.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: adverse

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