acceptable error

[/əkˈsɛptəbəl ˈɛrər/]
nounpl: acceptable errors
erro aceitável
1. A deviation from a standard, target, or correct value that is considered tolerable or within permissible limits in a given context, typically in scientific, engineering, or quality control applications.
The acceptable error margin for this measurement is plus or minus 2 percent.
A margem de erro aceitável para esta medição é mais ou menos 2 por cento.
2. In statistics and research, the maximum amount of variation from expected results that does not invalidate conclusions or findings.
The study was designed with an acceptable error rate of 5 percent.
O estudo foi projetado com uma taxa de erro aceitável de 5 por cento.
3. In quality assurance and manufacturing, a defect or discrepancy that does not prevent the product from meeting specifications or performance requirements.
Minor scratches on the surface are considered acceptable error in this production standard.
Pequenos arranhões na superfície são considerados erro aceitável neste padrão de produção.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, and manufacturing contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, it is commonly employed in engineering firms, quality control departments, and research institutions. The concept reflects international standards for product quality and scientific rigor.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
acceptable toleranceallowable errorpermissible errortolerable deviationmargin of error
Antonyms / Antônimos
unacceptable errorcritical errorfatal errorsignificant deviation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
erro aceitável
Standard term used in scientific, engineering, and quality contexts
Rio de Janeiro
erro aceitável
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
erro aceitável / margem de erro admissível
Slightly more formal in business and manufacturing contexts
Portugal
erro admissível / margem de erro aceitável
Prefers 'admissível' in technical documentation

Related Words

error margintolerance levelstandard deviationquality controlspecificationsprecisionaccuracy

Related Idioms & Phrases

within acceptable limits
fall within the margin of error
pass inspection with acceptable errors
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