comprehensive modification

[kəm.prɪ.ˈhen.sɪv ˌmɑː.dɪ.fɪ.ˈkeɪ.ʃən]
nounpl: comprehensive modifications
modificação abrangente
1. A thorough, complete, or extensive alteration or change that affects multiple aspects or components of something
The company underwent a comprehensive modification of its entire operating system to improve efficiency.
A empresa realizou uma modificação abrangente de todo o seu sistema operacional para melhorar a eficiência.
2. A detailed renovation or restructuring that covers all necessary elements or areas
The building required a comprehensive modification to meet modern safety standards.
O edifício necessitava de uma modificação abrangente para atender aos padrões de segurança modernos.
3. In legal or contractual contexts, a broad amendment or revision that addresses multiple provisions
The comprehensive modification of the contract included changes to payment terms and delivery schedules.
A modificação abrangente do contrato incluiu mudanças nos prazos de pagamento e cronogramas de entrega.
In Brazilian business contexts, 'modificação abrangente' is frequently used when discussing organizational restructuring or major system updates. In Portugal, this term is more commonly found in legal and technical documents. The phrase reflects a formal, professional register and is typical in corporate communications, government documents, and technical specifications in both Brazil and Portugal.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
extensive alterationthorough revisioncomplete overhaulsubstantial changesweeping modificationbroad restructuring
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor adjustmentpartial modificationsuperficial changelimited alteration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
modificação abrangente
Standard term used in business, legal, and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
modificação ampla / reforma geral
Alternative phrasing commonly used in informal speech
São Paulo
modificação integral
Preferred in corporate and business settings
Portugal
modificação abrangente / alteração profunda
Both terms are used; 'alteração profunda' emphasizes the depth of change

Related Words

modificationalterationrevisionamendmentrenovationrestructuringoverhaultransformation

Related Idioms & Phrases

from the ground up
a complete overhaul
soup to nuts revision
top to bottom restructuring
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