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bad practices

[/bæd ˈpræktɪsɪz/]
noun
más práticas
1. Incorrect, ineffective, or unethical methods or habits that are regularly followed
Using unsecured passwords is one of the bad practices in cybersecurity.
Usar senhas inseguras é uma das más práticas em cibersegurança.
2. Improper or harmful procedures that violate standards or regulations
The company was fined for bad practices in waste disposal.
A empresa foi multada por más práticas na eliminação de resíduos.
3. Unprofessional or unethical conduct in a workplace or professional setting
Bad practices like discrimination have no place in modern workplaces.
Más práticas como discriminação não têm lugar em ambientes de trabalho modernos.
Synonyms
poor practicesimproper proceduresmalpracticesunethical conductmisconduct
Antonyms
best practicesgood practicesproper proceduresethical conductproper standards

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
más práticas
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
más práticas
Common in business and legal contexts
São Paulo
más práticas
Frequently used in corporate environments
Portugal
más práticas
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

cutting corners
going against the grain
breaking the rules
violating standards
straying from protocol
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