documented improvement

[/ˈdɑːkjəmentɪd ɪmˈpruːvmənt/]
noun phrasepl: documented improvements
melhoria documentada
1. A measurable or observable enhancement in performance, quality, or condition that has been recorded, verified, or supported by evidence, records, or official documentation
The patient showed documented improvement in their test scores after the new treatment regimen.
O paciente mostrou melhoria documentada nos seus resultados de teste após o novo regime de tratamento.
2. Progress or advancement that is confirmed through written reports, data, or formal records rather than subjective observation alone
The company reported documented improvement in customer satisfaction ratings over the last quarter.
A empresa relatou melhoria documentada nas classificações de satisfação do cliente no último trimestre.
This phrase is frequently used in professional, medical, legal, and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's commonly found in healthcare assessments (avaliações médicas) and educational progress reports (relatórios de desempenho escolar). In the US, it's standard in medical records, performance evaluations, and legal proceedings. The emphasis on documentation reflects the importance placed on evidence-based decision making in formal institutions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
verified improvementrecorded enhancementdemonstrated progressmeasurable advancementevidence-based improvement
Antonyms / Antônimos
undocumented declineunverified regressionapparent deteriorationunrecorded decline

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
melhoria documentada
Standard usage in formal and professional contexts
São Paulo
melhoria comprovada
Alternative term using 'comprovada' (proven) is also common in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
melhoria registrada
May use 'registrada' (registered) as a regional variant
Portugal
melhoria documentada
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in formal medical and academic contexts

Related Words

documentationevidenceprogressperformance metricsbenchmarkvalidationverification

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the record
backed by evidence
put it in writing
documented fact
for the record
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