This is the 9651st most frequent Portuguese word.
cortejava
"Cortejava" means "courted" or "wooed" in English.
In this sentence, 'cortejava' is used to describe the act of courting or impressing someone romantically.
Ele cortejava a jovem com flores e elogios.
He courted the young woman with flowers and compliments.
Here, 'cortejava' is used to signify seeking favor or approval from a group, rather than a romantic pursuit.
O escritor cortejava a crítica, enviando cópias de seus livros para análise.
The writer courted the critics, sending them copies of his books for review.
In this case, 'cortejava' illustrates showing dedication and earning trust or recognition, applied in a hierarchical relationship.