explicit commands

[ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ˈkɑːmændz]
noun phrasepl: explicit commands
comandos explícitos
1. Clear, direct, and unambiguous instructions or orders that are stated in exact terms without room for interpretation
The manager gave explicit commands to finish the project by Friday.
O gerente deu comandos explícitos para terminar o projeto até sexta-feira.
2. In computing, specific instructions given directly to a system or program without any assumptions or default behavior
The programmer wrote explicit commands to define each variable type.
O programador escreveu comandos explícitos para definir cada tipo de variável.
3. Instructions that are clearly stated and leave no doubt about what is expected or required
Students must follow the explicit commands outlined in the syllabus.
Os alunos devem seguir os comandos explícitos descritos no plano de aula.
The concept of explicit commands is highly valued in both American and Brazilian professional and academic environments, reflecting a preference for clarity and accountability. In Brazilian culture, explicit commands are often emphasized in hierarchical business structures, while American contexts typically value them for legal and contractual clarity. The phrase is commonly used in technical documentation, legal contracts, and organizational management across both cultures.
NYC Slang
straight-up orders / no-BS instructions
Synonyms / Sinônimos
direct ordersclear instructionsspecific directivesunambiguous commandsprecise orders
Antonyms / Antônimos
implicit commandsvague instructionsambiguous directivesindirect ordersunclear commands

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comandos explícitos
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
comandos explícitos / ordens claras
Common in business and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
comandos explícitos / instruções diretas
Commonly used in formal and informal settings
Portugal
comandos explícitos / ordens explícitas
Standard Portuguese usage, slight preference for 'ordens explícitas' in some contexts

Related Words

explicit instructiondirect orderclear directivespecific requirementunambiguous instruction

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow explicit commands to the letter
leave no room for interpretation
spell it out
crystal clear instructions
cut and dried orders
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