broad alterations

[/brɔːd ɔːl.təˈreɪ.ʃənz/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (phrase)
alterações amplas
1. Significant, wide-ranging, or extensive changes made to something
The company announced broad alterations to its organizational structure.
A empresa anunciou alterações amplas em sua estrutura organizacional.
2. Substantial modifications affecting multiple aspects or areas
The new policy brought broad alterations to the healthcare system.
A nova política trouxe alterações amplas ao sistema de saúde.
3. Major revisions or comprehensive adjustments to a document, plan, or design
The architect made broad alterations to the building's layout.
O arquiteto fez alterações amplas no layout do edifício.
This phrase is commonly used in formal business, legal, and architectural contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it appears frequently in official documents, corporate announcements, and government policy discussions. The phrase emphasizes the scale and comprehensiveness of changes rather than minor tweaks.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sweeping changesmajor modificationsextensive revisionssignificant alterationscomprehensive changes
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor adjustmentsslight modificationsmarginal changesnarrow alterations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
alterações amplas
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
mudanças abrangentes
Alternative phrasing commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
alterações gerais
Casual variant used in everyday speech
Portugal
alterações amplas
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal business language

Related Words

alterationamendmentmodificationrevisiontransformation

Related Idioms & Phrases

make broad alterations
undergo broad alterations
implement broad alterations
broad alterations and improvements
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