enhance commitment

[ɪnˈhæns kəˈmɪtmənt]
verb phrase
reforçar o compromisso / fortalecer o comprometimento
1. to strengthen or improve one's dedication, loyalty, or promise to a person, cause, or responsibility
The company decided to enhance commitment to sustainability by implementing new green policies.
A empresa decidiu reforçar o compromisso com a sustentabilidade implementando novas políticas ecológicas.
2. to increase the level of dedication or involvement in a relationship, project, or obligation
We need to enhance commitment to our team goals this quarter.
Precisamos fortalecer nosso comprometimento com os objetivos do time neste trimestre.
3. to make a promise or dedication stronger and more binding
They enhanced their commitment to the marriage by renewing their vows.
Eles reforçaram seu compromisso com o casamento renovando seus votos.
In Brazilian business culture, 'enhance commitment' reflects the importance placed on loyalty and long-term relationships (values rooted in hierarchical structures). In the USA, it emphasizes accountability and measurable dedication. The phrase is commonly used in corporate settings, personal relationships, and social responsibility contexts across both cultures.
NYC Slang
step up your game / double down
Synonyms / Sinônimos
strengthen commitmentreinforce dedicationdeepen involvementsolidify promiseboost allegiance
Antonyms / Antônimos
weaken commitmentreduce dedicationdiminish involvementabandon promisedecrease loyalty

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
reforçar o compromisso / fortalecer o comprometimento
Standard usage in business and personal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
reforçar o compromisso
Slightly more colloquial preference
São Paulo
fortalecer o comprometimento / reforçar o compromisso
Common in corporate and professional environments
Portugal
reforçar o compromisso / intensificar o empenho
Slightly different vocabulary; 'empenho' used more commonly for personal effort

Related Words

commitmentdedicationloyaltyresponsibilitypromiseengagementobligationaccountability

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk the walk
put your money where your mouth is
go all in
raise the bar
up the ante
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