enable alterations

[/ɪˈneɪbəl ɔːlˈtɛreɪʃənz/]
verb phrase
permitir alterações
1. To allow or make it possible for changes, modifications, or adjustments to be made to something
This software feature enables alterations to the document without losing the original version.
Este recurso de software permite alterações no documento sem perder a versão original.
2. To provide the capability or permission for someone to make modifications
The administrator can enable alterations to the user's profile settings.
O administrador pode permitir alterações nas configurações de perfil do usuário.
3. To activate or facilitate the ability to change or modify something
The new policy enables alterations to employee work schedules during the pandemic.
A nova política permite alterações nos horários de trabalho dos funcionários durante a pandemia.
In Brazilian corporate and tech environments, 'habilitar' (enable) is frequently used in IT contexts for system permissions, while 'permitir' is more general. In Portugal, 'permitir' is the standard term. This phrase is commonly used in software documentation, user manuals, and policy settings across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
allow modificationspermit changesfacilitate adjustmentsauthorize editsmake possible changes
Antonyms / Antônimos
restrict alterationsprevent changesdisable modificationsfreeze contentlock settings

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
permitir alterações
Most common usage in Brazil for software and administrative contexts
São Paulo
habilitar alterações
Technical term commonly used in IT and corporate settings
Rio de Janeiro
liberar modificações
Alternative phrasing used in business contexts
Portugal
permitir alterações
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'habilitar' less common in Portugal

Related Words

authorizationmodificationaccess controlpermissionsediting capabilities

Related Idioms & Phrases

open the door to changes
give the green light to modifications
unlock editing capabilities
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