arbitrary alterations

[/ˈɑːrbɪtreri ɔːlˈtɛreɪʃənz/]
noun phrasefemininepl: arbitrary alterations
alterações arbitrárias
1. Changes or modifications made without reasonable justification, legal authority, or logical basis; unilateral or capricious amendments
The arbitrary alterations to the contract terms were rejected by both parties.
As alterações arbitrárias aos termos do contrato foram rejeitadas por ambas as partes.
2. Modifications made according to individual whim or preference rather than established rules or standards
The editor made arbitrary alterations to the manuscript without consulting the author.
O editor fez alterações arbitrárias no manuscrito sem consultar o autor.
3. Legal or administrative changes imposed unilaterally without proper procedure or consultation
The government's arbitrary alterations to immigration policy caused public outrage.
As alterações arbitrárias da política de imigração pelo governo causaram indignação pública.
In Brazilian legal and business contexts, 'alterações arbitrárias' carries significant weight, often implying violation of established procedures or contractual obligations. The term is frequently used in labor disputes, tenant-landlord conflicts, and corporate governance discussions. In Portugal, the phrase maintains similar legal implications but may appear more frequently in administrative law discussions.
NYC Slang
random changes / changes outta nowhere
Synonyms / Sinônimos
capricious changesunilateral modificationswhimsical amendmentsunauthorized alterationsdiscretionary changes
Antonyms / Antônimos
justified modificationsconsensual changesauthorized alterationsprincipled amendments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alterações arbitrárias
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
mudanças arbitrárias
Alternative using 'mudanças' instead of 'alterações'
Rio de Janeiro
alterações sem justificativa
Often expanded for emphasis on lack of justification
Portugal
alterações arbitrárias
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, used in legal and administrative contexts

Related Words

arbitrary decisionalterationmodificationamendmentunilateral actioncapriciousdiscretionary

Related Idioms & Phrases

at the drop of a hat (making arbitrary changes)
without rhyme or reason
on a whim
out of the blue
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