erratic decision

[ɪˈrætɪk dɪˈsɪʒən]
noun phrasepl: erratic decisions
decisão errática
1. a decision that is unpredictable, inconsistent, or lacking a clear rational basis; a choice that appears to be made without proper consideration or logical reasoning
The CEO's erratic decisions caused confusion among the board members and investors.
As decisões errátias do CEO causaram confusão entre os membros do conselho e investidores.
2. a decision characterized by sudden changes in direction, mood, or judgment, often seen as impulsive or unreliable
His erratic decision to quit his stable job surprised everyone.
Sua decisão errática de sair de seu emprego estável surpreendeu a todos.
In Brazilian business culture, erratic decisions are often viewed negatively, particularly in corporate settings where consistency and strategic planning are valued. In American culture, while spontaneity is sometimes celebrated, erratic decisions by leaders are typically criticized as unreliable. The phrase is commonly used in both corporate and personal contexts to indicate poor judgment.
NYC Slang
bat-sh*t crazy decision / wild card decision
Synonyms / Sinônimos
impulsive decisioninconsistent decisionunpredictable decisioncapricious decisionarbitrary decisionreckless decision
Antonyms / Antônimos
rational decisiondeliberate decisioncalculated decisionmeasured decisionconsistent decisionthoughtful decision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
decisão errática
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
decisão maluca
More colloquial alternative used in casual contexts
Rio de Janeiro
decisão loucura
Informal variation emphasizing the reckless nature
Portugal
decisão errática
Similar formal usage; also 'decisão impulsiva'

Related Words

erratic behaviorerratic patterninconsistencyimpulsivityunpredictabilitywhimsical choice

Related Idioms & Phrases

a shot in the dark
flying by the seat of one's pants
off the wall
out of left field
jump the gun
lose one's head
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