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portuguese Synonyms

Another word for portuguese

Choosing another word for portuguese depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to Portugal, its people, its culture, or the Romance language spoken there and in Lusophone countries such as Brazil, Angola, and Mozambique.

Usage Example

"The historic district of Lisbon is famous for its traditional lusitanian tilework and maritime architecture."

Strong
lusitanian
lusophone

• noun (Context 2)

A native or inhabitant of Portugal, or a person of Portuguese descent (usually used in the plural with 'the' to refer to the people of Portugal collectively).

Usage Example

"During the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, the lusitanian pioneered maritime trade routes across the Atlantic and Indian oceans."

Strong
lusitanian

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Portuguese. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/portuguese
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