Spanish Conversation · Level 69
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Spanish word
adverso
Pronunciation
IPA/aðˈβeɾso/
Meaning
- adjectiveunfavorable
Example
El clima fue adverso y cancelaron el partido.
The weather was unfavorable and they canceled the match.
More examples
Los agricultores trabajaron pese a las condiciones adversas.
The farmers worked despite the adverse conditions.
Core concept
A strong headwind slowing a runner.
Common phrases
condiciones adversas
adverse conditions
efectos adversos
adverse effects
circunstancias adversas
adverse circumstances
Similar words
inconveniente: Causing trouble or extra hassle that complicates plans or routines.
desventajoso: Creating a weaker, less favorable position or condition for someone or something.
perjudicial: Causing harm or damage that produces adverse effects.
desfavorable: Describing surrounding conditions that are unfavorable and make success less likely.
Definition in Spanish
Que resulta contrario o desfavorable respecto a una situación, provocando dificultades o impedimentos.
Word origin
From Latin adversus (ad- 'to' + vertere 'turn'), originally 'turned against' and used for things that oppose or work contrary to a situation.
Usage tips
- More formal than everyday speech; speakers often use desfavorable or malo in casual contexts, and the adjective agrees in gender and number (adverso/adversa/adversos/adversas).
Other meanings
- adverseadjective
- disadvantageousadjective
Opposites
- favorablefavorableadjective
- propiciopropitiousadjective
Related words
- adversidadadversitynoun
- adversamenteadverselyadverb