This is the 728th most frequent Portuguese word.
atacante
"Atacante" means "forward" or "attacker" in sports, particularly in soccer.
Here, 'atacante' refers to a forward or striker in a soccer team.
O atacante marcou três gols no jogo.
The forward scored three goals in the match.
In this context, 'atacante' signifies someone attacking, potentially in a literal or metaphorical sense.
O atacante inesperado deixou os defensores desprevenidos.
The unexpected attacker left the defenders unprepared.
The word 'atacante' emphasizes a role of aggression or initiative-taking, possibly in a strategic or sporty manner.