cascading effect
[kæˈskeɪdɪŋ ɪˈfɛkt]
nounpl: cascading effects
efeito em cascata
1. A sequence of events or consequences where one event triggers another in a chain reaction, often resulting in exponential or amplified outcomes
The failure of one server had a cascading effect that brought down the entire network.
A falha de um servidor teve um efeito em cascata que derrubou toda a rede.
2. In systems theory, a situation where an initial change or failure propagates through interconnected components, amplifying the impact
The economic crisis created a cascading effect across multiple industries.
A crise econômica criou um efeito em cascata em múltiplos setores.
3. A visual or stylistic element that descends in overlapping layers or stages
The designer used a cascading effect with the text elements to create visual depth.
O designer usou um efeito em cascata com os elementos de texto para criar profundidade visual.
This term is frequently used in American business, technology, and financial contexts to describe systemic risks and interconnected failures. In Brazil, 'efeito em cascata' is commonly employed in IT, economics, and scientific discussions, particularly when discussing system failures or market impacts. The concept reflects modern understanding of complex, interdependent systems in both cultures.
NYC Slang
domino effect; the snowball thing
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