enhance complications

[ɪnˈhæns ˌkɑːmpləˈkeɪʃənz]
verb phrase
intensificar complicações
1. to make problems or difficulties more severe, complex, or harder to resolve
The lack of communication will only enhance complications in the project.
A falta de comunicação apenas intensificará as complicações no projeto.
2. to worsen an existing problematic situation by adding more complex factors
Adding new team members without proper training will enhance complications.
Adicionar novos membros da equipe sem treinamento adequado intensificará as complicações.
This phrase is commonly used in professional and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian business environments, it's frequently heard in meetings discussing project risks or organizational challenges. The phrase reflects a pragmatic approach to problem identification and risk management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
aggravate problemsworsen difficultiescompound issuesexacerbate challengesamplify complications
Antonyms / Antônimos
simplifyresolvemitigatealleviatereduce complications

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
intensificar complicações
Most common and neutral usage
São Paulo
piorar as complicações
More colloquial alternative meaning to worsen complications
Rio de Janeiro
agravar as complicações
Emphasizes worsening of situation
Portugal
aumentar as complicações
European Portuguese preference for 'aumentar' (increase)

Related Words

complicationcomplexitydifficultyproblem-solvingobstacleimpediment

Related Idioms & Phrases

add fuel to the fire
make matters worse
rock the boat
pour oil on troubled waters (antonym)
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