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conservative guidelines

[kən-ˈsər-və-tiv ˈɡīd-ˌlīnz]
noun
diretrizes conservadoras
1. Cautious, risk-averse principles or standards established to ensure safety, compliance, or minimal deviation from established norms
The company follows conservative guidelines when handling sensitive customer data.
A empresa segue diretrizes conservadoras ao lidar com dados sensíveis de clientes.
2. Standards that prioritize stability and tradition over innovation or rapid change
Medical professionals must adhere to conservative guidelines during patient treatment.
Os profissionais médicos devem aderir às diretrizes conservadoras durante o tratamento do paciente.
Synonyms
cautious standardsrisk-averse principlesconventional guidelinestraditional standardsprudent guidelines
Antonyms
aggressive guidelinesliberal guidelinesprogressive standardsinnovative principles

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
diretrizes conservadoras
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
orientações conservadoras
Alternative term commonly used in Portugal
Business Portuguese
normas conservadoras
Technical/formal business context

Related Idioms & Phrases

play it safe
better safe than sorry
err on the side of caution
stick to the rules
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