unbraced

• Adjetivo que significa não sustentado, não reforçado ou sem apoio, estabilidade ou firmeza.

An archaic adjective meaning not supported, weakened, or lacking in strength or firmness.

1. Without support or reinforcementC2formal

   Lacking physical or structural support; not braced or propped up.

   Sem suporte

   • The unbraced wall collapsed during the storm.
   • He stood unbraced against the strong wind.
   • The unbraced shelf could not hold the heavy books.

   Sinônimosunsupported

   Antônimosbracedbuttressedreinforcedstabilizedstrengthenedsupported

• Verbo pouco comum que significa afrouxar, desatar ou soltar algo de uma fixação ou apoio; também pode indicar enfraquecer ou relaxar.

An obsolete verb meaning to loosen, unfasten, or release from a brace or support; to make weak or relax.

1. Undo the ties ofC2formal

   To loosen or unfasten something that is tied or bound.

   Desatar

   • He unbraced the ropes holding the sail.
   • She carefully unbraced the bundle of sticks.
   • The knight unbraced his armor after the battle.

   Sinônimosloosenunbindundounfastenunlaceuntie

   Antônimosbindfastensecuretietighten

2. Remove from tensionC2formal

   To release something from a state of tension or strain.

   Aliviar a tensão

   • The archer unbraced the bowstring after practice.
   • He unbraced the tight wire to prevent it from snapping.
   • She unbraced her muscles after the intense workout.

   Sinônimoseaseloosenrelaxreleaseslackenunbend

   Antônimosbracestraintighten

3. Remove a brace or braces fromC2formal

   To take off a supporting or stiffening device.

   Remover a órtese

   • The doctor unbraced the patient's injured leg.
   • He unbraced the shelf to adjust its position.
   • She unbraced the wooden frame to dismantle the structure.

   Sinônimosreleaseunbindundounfastenunloose

   Antônimosbrace