This is the 7701st most frequent Portuguese word.
picos
"Peaks" or "spikes."
Here, 'picos' is used metaphorically to describe sudden and intense surges or increases in energy levels.
Ele tomou picos altos de energia depois de beber café.
He experienced high spikes of energy after drinking coffee.
In this sentence, 'picos' refers to the summits or highest points of mountains, demonstrating its usage in a geographical context.
Os picos das montanhas eram cobertos de neve.
The peaks of the mountains were covered in snow.
In this context, 'picos' describes fluctuations or the highest points of the fever's intensity experienced during the mentioned timeframe.