This is the 13064th most frequent Spanish word.
polvareda
Cloud of dust.
The word 'polvareda' refers to a physical cloud of dust raised in the air due to movement or activity.
Una polvareda se levantó mientras pasaba la carreta por el camino polvoriento.
A cloud of dust rose as the cart passed along the dusty road.
Here, 'polvareda' is used metaphorically to describe a situation of agitation or upheaval caused by an event.
La noticia del cambio de director en la empresa dejó una gran polvareda de opiniones.
The news of the change of director in the company caused a great stir of opinions.
In this sentence, 'polvareda' is again used figuratively, referring to the commotion and attention caused by the athlete's accomplishment.