active appeal

[/ˈæktɪv əˈpiːl/]
nounpl: active appeals
recurso ativo
1. A legal process in which a party actively pursues an appeal of a court decision rather than passively accepting it
The defendant filed an active appeal to challenge the guilty verdict.
O réu apresentou um recurso ativo para contestar a sentença de culpa.
2. In marketing or advertising, a direct and engaging promotional effort intended to solicit immediate customer response
The company launched an active appeal to increase product awareness among younger consumers.
A empresa lançou um apelo ativo para aumentar a conscientização do produto entre consumidores mais jovens.
3. A persuasive or compelling request that demands or encourages active participation or response
The nonprofit made an active appeal for donations during the holiday season.
A organização sem fins lucrativos fez um apelo ativo por doações durante a época de festas.
In Brazil, 'recurso ativo' is primarily a legal term used in the judicial system, while 'apelo ativo' is more common in commercial and nonprofit contexts. In the USA, the term bridges both legal and marketing domains, reflecting the importance of proactive engagement in both fields.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
direct appealurgent appealsolicitationentreatypetition
Antonyms / Antônimos
passive acceptancesilent appealimplicit request

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
recurso ativo / apelo ativo
Most common in legal and marketing contexts
Portugal
recurso ativo / apelo direto
Slightly different emphasis in legal terminology
São Paulo
recurso ativo
Preferred in formal business and legal settings
Rio de Janeiro
apelo ativo
More commonly used in informal and marketing contexts

Related Words

appealappellatelitigationlegal remedymarketing campaignsolicitationpersuasion

Related Idioms & Phrases

make an active appeal
launch an active appeal
file an active appeal
respond to an active appeal
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