This is the 8534th most frequent Portuguese word.
abafados
"Abafados" means "stifling" or "suffocating," often referring to heat or lack of air.
In this sentence, 'abafados' refers to sounds that are suppressed or muffled, as if transmitted through a barrier.
Os sons abafados da festa podiam ser ouvidos do lado de fora.
The muffled sounds of the party could be heard from outside.
Here, 'abafados' describes the uncomfortable and heavy air or atmosphere typical of summer nights in humid conditions.
No verão, as noites são abafadas nesta cidade.
In the summer, the nights are stuffy in this city.
In this instance, 'abafados' alludes to a state of insufficient ventilation or breathability in footwear.