adverso

adverso(
ahd
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behr
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soh
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. adverse
Los efectos adversos del diésel sobre la calidad del aire en las grandes ciudades están saliendo a luz.The adverse effects of diesel on air quality in major cities are coming to light.
b. bad
Alexa tuvo una reacción adversa a la penicilina, y tuvimos que llevarla a urgencias.Alexa had a bad reaction to penicillin and we had to take her to the emergency room.
c. unfavorable
Regionalism used in the United States
(United States)
El viento adverso dificultó la navegación del pequeño velero.The unfavorable wind made it difficult for the small boat to sail.
d. unfavourable
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
(United Kingdom)
El nivel de ruido y la poca iluminación en el salón son condiciones adversas para el aprendizaje.The noise level and poor lighting in the living room are unfavourable conditions for learning.
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