capricious response
[kə-ˈpri-shəs ri-ˈspäns]
noun phrasepl: capricious responses
resposta caprichosa
1. A reply or reaction that is unpredictable, impulsive, or based on whim rather than reason or consistency
The boss gave a capricious response to the project proposal, approving it one day and rejecting it the next without clear explanation.
O chefe deu uma resposta caprichosa à proposta do projeto, aprovando-a um dia e rejeitando-a no outro sem explicação clara.
2. An answer that changes suddenly or follows an erratic pattern of behavior
Her capricious response to criticism made it difficult for the team to know how to improve their work.
Sua resposta caprichosa à crítica tornou difícil para o time saber como melhorar seu trabalho.
In Brazilian business culture, a 'resposta caprichosa' is often viewed negatively as it suggests lack of professionalism and decisiveness. In American contexts, it may be described more colloquially as 'all over the place' or 'wishy-washy.' Both cultures value consistency in decision-making, making this type of response a source of frustration in professional settings.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy response / all over the place response
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