definitive proposals

[/ˌdefɪˈnɪtɪv prəˈpoʊzəlz/]
noun phrasepl: definitive proposals
propostas definitivas
1. Final, conclusive proposals that are intended to be accepted without further modification or negotiation
The company presented definitive proposals for the merger that left no room for debate.
A empresa apresentou propostas definitivas para a fusão que não deixava margem para debate.
2. Concrete and binding suggestions or plans that represent the final position on a matter
After weeks of discussion, the committee submitted definitive proposals to the board.
Após semanas de discussão, o comitê apresentou propostas definitivas ao conselho.
3. Authoritative or conclusive recommendations that are intended as the final word on a subject
The experts offered definitive proposals for resolving the crisis.
Os especialistas ofereceram propostas definitivas para resolver a crise.
In both American and Brazilian business cultures, 'definitive proposals' are typically presented after preliminary discussions and indicate that negotiations are nearing conclusion. In Brazil, this phrase is commonly used in formal business, legal, and governmental contexts. The term suggests authority and finality, so proposing something as 'definitive' carries significant weight in negotiation dynamics.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
final proposalsconclusive proposalsbinding proposalsfirm proposalsconcrete proposals
Antonyms / Antônimos
preliminary proposalstentative proposalsprovisional proposalsdraft proposalsflexible proposals

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
propostas definitivas
Standard and widely used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
propostas definitivas
Common in business and corporate contexts
Rio de Janeiro
propostas definitivas
Standard usage in professional settings
Portugal
propostas definitivas
Equivalent usage; may also say 'propostas finais'

Related Words

proposalpropositionsuggestionnegotiationagreementcontract

Related Idioms & Phrases

put forth definitive proposals
present definitive proposals
submit definitive proposals
make a definitive proposal
stand by definitive proposals
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