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ltimamente, com a criação de seções elegantes nos jornais…

“ltimamente, com a criação de seções elegantes nos jornais, aparecem todos os meses novos qualificativos para nossas elegantes. Já tivemos as “encantadoras”, já tivemos as “melindrosas”, agora temos as “vaporosas”.” quote by Lima Barreto
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““ltimamente, com a criação de seções elegantes nos jornais, aparecem todos os meses novos qualificativos para nossas elegantes. Já tivemos as “encantadoras”, já tivemos as “melindrosas”, agora temos as “vaporosas”.””

Lima Barreto

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The author sat that media constantly invents new flattering adjectives, turning elegance into a fashion trend that loses meaning.

In simple terms: Media creates ever‑changing praise that cheapens true elegance.

Key Takeaway

Question the substance behind trendy labels.

Themes

media culture language fashion identity

Mood

critical ironic

Type

observational satirical

When to use this quote

  • journalism
  • advertising
  • social media
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

sociolinguistics semantic drift consumerism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you distinguish genuine quality from fashionable hype?
  • What impact does language have on cultural values?
A Different Perspective

Trendiness can mask superficiality and erode authenticity.

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