essential effect

[ɪˈsenʃəl ɪˈfekt]
nounpl: essential effects
efeito essencial
1. The primary or most important result or consequence of something; a fundamental outcome or impact
The essential effect of the new policy was to reduce operational costs significantly.
O efeito essencial da nova política foi reduzir significativamente os custos operacionais.
2. In legal or formal contexts, the core or fundamental nature of an impact or consequence
The essential effect of the contract amendment was to extend the agreement by two years.
O efeito essencial da emenda contratual foi estender o acordo por mais dois anos.
3. The main or principal influence or impression produced by something
The essential effect of her presentation was to convince the board members.
O efeito essencial de sua apresentação foi convencer os membros do conselho.
The phrase 'essential effect' is predominantly used in formal, legal, and business contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. It emphasizes the importance and fundamental nature of a consequence or outcome, making it particularly valuable in contract law, policy discussions, and formal business communications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fundamental consequenceprimary outcomemain resultcore impactprincipal effect
Antonyms / Antônimos
secondary effectminor consequenceperipheral impactnegligible result

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
efeito essencial
Standard usage in business, legal, and formal contexts
São Paulo
efeito essencial
Common in corporate and financial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
efeito essencial
Used in formal and administrative contexts
Portugal
efeito essencial
Formal usage, particularly in legal documents and contracts

Related Words

consequenceoutcomeimpactresultimplicationrepercussion

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have an essential effect on something
the essential effect of all this is...
in essence/essentially
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