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critical consequence
[ˈkrɪtɪkəl ˈkɒnsɪkwəns]
noun
pl: critical consequences
consequência crítica
1.
A serious or severe result or effect that has significant importance or impact
The critical consequence of ignoring safety protocols could be a workplace accident.
A consequência crítica de ignorar os protocolos de segurança poderia ser um acidente no local de trabalho.
2.
An outcome or repercussion that is crucial or decisive in determining the course of events
The critical consequence of that decision was the company's bankruptcy.
A consequência crítica daquela decisão foi a falência da empresa.
Synonyms
severe consequence
serious outcome
grave result
major repercussion
crucial effect
Antonyms
minor consequence
trivial outcome
insignificant result
negligible effect
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
consequência crítica
Standard usage in business and formal contexts
São Paulo
consequência crítica
Common in corporate and academic environments
Portugal
consequência crítica
Used in formal and technical Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
face the consequences
bear the consequences
suffer the consequences
deal with the consequences
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