dramatic decision

[drəˈmætɪk dɪˈsɪʒən]
noun phrasepl: dramatic decisions
decisão dramática
1. A significant or surprising decision that has important consequences and often involves a sudden or unexpected change
The CEO made a dramatic decision to shut down the entire division.
O CEO tomou uma decisão dramática de encerrar toda a divisão.
2. A choice made in a critical moment that marks a turning point or represents a bold departure from previous actions
His dramatic decision to leave his job shocked everyone.
Sua decisão dramática de deixar o emprego surpreendeu a todos.
3. A decision presented or communicated in an emphatic or theatrical manner
She announced her dramatic decision to run for president.
Ela anunciou sua decisão dramática de concorrer à presidência.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'dramatic decision' often conveys both admiration and concern. In business settings, it's frequently used to describe leadership actions that signal significant strategic shifts. In Brazilian Portuguese, the term carries theatrical undertones, reflecting both the weight of the decision and how it's communicated publicly. The phrase is common in media, politics, and corporate announcements.
NYC Slang
a major power move
Synonyms / Sinônimos
major decisionbold decisionmomentous decisiondecisive actionpivotal choice
Antonyms / Antônimos
mundane decisionroutine choiceminor decisiongradual changetentative decision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
decisão dramática
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
decisão bombástica
Sometimes used colloquially with emphasis on shock value
São Paulo
decisão radical
Business context often uses 'radical' to emphasize boldness
Portugal
decisão dramática
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; occasional use of 'decisão drástica' for emphasis

Related Words

turning pointcritical momentlife-changing decisionbold movestrategic choicewatershed moment

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the plunge
make a bold move
cross the Rubicon
burn one's bridges
throw caution to the wind
make a watershed decision
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