gravity
US /ˈɡræv.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˈɡræv.ə.t̬i/
1.
gravidade, força gravitacional
the force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth, or toward any other physical body having mass. For most purposes, gravity is synonymous with the gravitational force, which is the force of attraction between all masses.
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The apple fell from the tree due to gravity.
A maçã caiu da árvore devido à gravidade.
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The moon's gravity affects the tides on Earth.
A gravidade da lua afeta as marés na Terra.
2.
gravidade, seriedade
extreme importance and seriousness; solemnity
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The doctor explained the gravity of her condition.
O médico explicou a gravidade da condição dela.
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He understood the gravity of the situation and acted quickly.
Ele entendeu a gravidade da situação e agiu rapidamente.