brute force solution

[brut fɔrs səˈluʃən]
nounpl: brute force solutions
solução por força bruta
1. A computational problem-solving approach that exhaustively tries all possible solutions without employing any optimization strategy or algorithmic elegance
The programmer implemented a brute force solution that tested every possible password combination until finding the correct one.
O programador implementou uma solução por força bruta que testou todas as combinações possíveis de senha até encontrar a correta.
2. A method that relies on raw computational power rather than intelligent algorithms or heuristics to solve a problem
While a brute force solution works for small datasets, it becomes inefficient with larger inputs.
Embora uma solução por força bruta funcione para conjuntos de dados pequenos, torna-se ineficiente com entradas maiores.
This is primarily technical jargon used in computer science, software development, and cybersecurity contexts. In both English-speaking countries and Portuguese-speaking regions, it's widely recognized in academic and professional IT environments. The term carries a slightly negative connotation in technical discussions, implying lack of elegance or efficiency, though it's sometimes necessary for small problems or security demonstrations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
exhaustive searchnaive approachtrial-and-error methodcomputational brute force
Antonyms / Antônimos
optimized solutionalgorithmic solutionefficient algorithmheuristic approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
solução por força bruta
Standard technical term used in computing education and industry
Portugal
solução por força bruta
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
USA Tech Industry
brute force solution
Common terminology in software development and computer science

Related Words

algorithmcomputational complexityoptimizationsearch algorithmdivide and conquerdynamic programming

Related Idioms & Phrases

brute force attack (in cybersecurity context)
brute force method
taking the brute force approach
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