drastic alteration
[ˈdræstɪk ɔːlˈtəreɪʃən]
noun phrasepl: drastic alterations
alteração drástica
1. a severe, sudden, or radical change made to something
The company underwent a drastic alteration of its business model to survive the crisis.
A empresa sofreu uma alteração drástica em seu modelo de negócios para sobreviver à crise.
2. a major modification that produces significant and often dramatic effects
The drastic alteration of the DNA sequence resulted in unexpected mutations.
A alteração drástica da sequência de DNA resultou em mutações inesperadas.
3. a fundamental and extreme change in appearance, structure, or composition
The architect's drastic alteration of the building's facade shocked the neighborhood residents.
A alteração drástica da fachada do edifício pelo arquiteto chocou os residentes do bairro.
The phrase 'drastic alteration' is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in business, medical, and technical contexts. In Brazil, it often appears in discussions about economic reforms and corporate restructuring. In the USA, it's frequently used in medical, technological, and architectural discussions. The term implies urgency and significant impact, suggesting that the change was necessary and consequential.
NYC Slang
a major makeover / a total revamp
Related Idioms & Phrases
make a drastic alteration
undergo drastic alteration
subject to drastic alteration
drastic alteration of course
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