exceptional result

[ɪkˈsɛpʃənəl rɪˈzʌlt]
noun phrasepl: exceptional results
resultado excepcional
1. an outcome or consequence that is unusually good, remarkable, or significantly better than expected or average
The company achieved an exceptional result in the third quarter with a 45% increase in profits.
A empresa alcançou um resultado excepcional no terceiro trimestre com um aumento de 45% nos lucros.
2. a performance or achievement that stands out as notably superior or extraordinary
Her exceptional result on the entrance exam secured her admission to the top university.
Seu resultado excepcional no exame de entrada garantiu sua admissão à universidade de topo.
3. an uncommon or rare outcome that deviates significantly from the norm
The treatment produced an exceptional result, exceeding all medical expectations.
O tratamento produziu um resultado excepcional, superando todas as expectativas médicas.
The phrase is widely used in Brazilian business and academic settings to denote outstanding performance. In the US, it's common in corporate evaluations and sports commentary. Both cultures value exceptional results as markers of excellence and success, often celebrated and rewarded in professional environments.
NYC Slang
killer result / off-the-charts result / home run
Synonyms / Sinônimos
outstanding resultremarkable resultextraordinary resultexcellent outcomesuperior performance
Antonyms / Antônimos
poor resultmediocre resultdisappointing resultordinary outcomeaverage performance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resultado excepcional
standard usage in business and academic contexts
São Paulo
resultado excepcional
commonly used in corporate and financial environments
Rio de Janeiro
resultado excepcional
used in professional and sports contexts
Portugal
resultado excecional
same meaning, used in formal and academic discourse

Related Words

exceptionalperformanceachievementoutcomeaccomplishmentsuccess

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit it out of the park
knock it out of the park
go the extra mile
exceed expectations
rise to the occasion
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