deep change

[/diːp tʃeɪndʒ/]
nounpl: deep changes
mudança profunda
1. A fundamental, far-reaching transformation that affects core values, beliefs, structures, or systems rather than surface-level modifications
The company underwent a deep change in its organizational culture and business model.
A empresa passou por uma mudança profunda em sua cultura organizacional e modelo de negócio.
2. Significant personal or psychological transformation that alters one's perspective or way of being
After therapy, she experienced a deep change in how she viewed relationships.
Após terapia, ela experimentou uma mudança profunda em como via seus relacionamentos.
3. A transformational shift in systems, processes, or structures that requires sustained effort and commitment
The organization's deep change initiative required three years to fully implement.
A iniciativa de mudança profunda da organização exigiu três anos para ser totalmente implementada.
The concept of 'deep change' has become increasingly important in Brazilian and American organizational development and business literature since the 1990s. It emphasizes lasting transformation over temporary fixes, reflecting modern management philosophy that values sustainable change. In psychological contexts, it reflects a growing cultural emphasis on personal development and self-transformation across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fundamental changetransformational changesystemic changeparadigm shiftradical transformation
Antonyms / Antônimos
superficial changeminor adjustmentsurface modificationincremental change

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mudança profunda
Most common usage in both formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
mudança profunda / transformação radical
Both terms used interchangeably in business and personal contexts
São Paulo
mudança profunda / transformação sistêmica
Preferred in corporate and organizational settings
Portugal
mudança profunda / transformação radical
Similar usage as Brazil; 'transformação profunda' also acceptable

Related Words

transformationmetamorphosisparadigm shiftorganizational developmentcultural changesystemic reform

Related Idioms & Phrases

a sea change
a paradigm shift
a 180-degree turn
a complete overhaul
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