portuguese

/pɔrtuˈɣez/ or /pɔrˈtɥɛz/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who speaks or is from Portugal or is of Portuguese descent

“The Portuguese sailors explored the coast of Africa.”

2. adjective

relating to Portugal or its people

“The Portuguese architecture in the city square was a beautiful sight.”

3. adjective

relating to the language spoken in Portugal

“The Portuguese translation of the novel was highly praised.”

Synonyms

  • Lusophone
  • Portuguese-speaking

Antonyms

  • non-Lusophone
  • non-Portuguese