This is the 12450th most frequent Portuguese word.
soviético
"Soviético" means "Soviet," relating to the Soviet Union or its people.
Here, 'soviético' is used as a noun in plural form to refer to the people associated with the Soviet Union.
Os soviéticos eram conhecidos por sua habilidade em engenharia.
The Soviets were known for their engineering skills.
In this sentence, 'soviético' is used as an adjective modifying 'arquitetura' (architecture), describing something related to the Soviet Union.
A arquitetura soviética frequentemente exibia grandiosidade e funcionalidade.
Soviet architecture often exhibited grandeur and functionality.
Here, 'soviético' is used as an adjective modifying 'governo' (government), indicating the entity belonging to the Soviet Union.