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    Torvo (en. Sullen)

    /ˈtoɾ.βo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That presents a harsh look, inspiring fear or distrust.
    The dog had a sinister expression that frightened.
    El perro tenía una expresión torva que asustaba.
    Refers to a person who has suspicious or evil behavior.
    That individual has a sinister air that I do not like.
    Ese individuo tiene un aire torvo que no me agrada.
    Quality of an appearance that provokes unease.
    His sinister gaze revealed his hidden intention.
    Su mirada torva revelaba su intención oculta.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'turvus', meaning 'twisted' or 'deviated'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sinister gaze
    a gaze that inspires fear or distrust.
    mirada torva
    sinister attitude
    an attitude that denotes wickedness or aggressiveness.
    actitud torva
    sinister smile
    a smile that suggests malice or irony.
    sonrisa torva

    Related Words

    clumsiness
    lack of grace or skill in movement.
    torpeza
    twisted
    that is not straight, that has a curve or bend.
    torcido
    sinister
    variant of torvo in some contexts.
    torva

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, used to refer to someone who acts shrewdly or deceitfully.
    That guy is very sinister, always trying to take advantage.
    Ese tipo es muy torvo, siempre tratando de sacar provecho.
    It is sometimes used to describe a dangerous or threatening situation.
    The street had a sinister atmosphere at dusk.
    La calle tenía un ambiente torvo al anochecer.