proferida

Proferida is the feminine singular past participle of the verb proferir in Portuguese. It functions as an adjective or as part of a compound verb form, indicating that something has been uttered, spoken, or pronounced. When used descriptively, it agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies, as in “a fala proferida” or “a decisão proferida.”

Origin and relation: proferir comes from Latin proferre, meaning to bring forth, utter, or pronounce. The participle follows regular agreement patterns: proferido (masculine), proferida (feminine), proferidos (masculine plural), proferidas (feminine plural). In many contexts, especially formal or legal, the passive voice is common, as in “a sentença foi proferida” (the sentence was pronounced).

Uso e registro: proferida is frequent in formal writing, judicial, administrativa, or news reporting. It emphasizes the act of delivering or pronouncing something rather than merely mentioning it. In everyday speech, speakers may use alternative expressions such as “a fala feita” or “a decisão anunciada,” depending on register and style.

Notas relacionadas: a also-nominal form proferimento exists as a noun meaning the act of pronouncing or issuing a decision, as in “o proferimento da sentença.” The concept is tied to actions of speaking, declaring, or issuing official statements or orders.

Exemplos: “a decisão proferida pelo juiz é passível de recurso.” “as palavras proferidas na audiência geraram controvérsia.” “o proferimento da sentença ocorreu na manhã de ontem.”