fim adequado

[fĩ a-de-kwa-du]
noun phrasemasculinepl: fins adequados
adequate end; proper conclusion; fitting purpose
1. A conclusion or endpoint that is suitable, appropriate, or satisfactory for a given situation or context
The film reached an adequate end that satisfied most viewers.
O filme chegou a um fim adequado que satisfez a maioria dos espectadores.
2. A purpose or objective that is properly aligned with means and circumstances
The project achieved its adequate end despite budget constraints.
O projeto alcançou seu fim adequado apesar das limitações orçamentárias.
3. A resolution that is fitting and proportionate to the context or narrative
The story deserved a more adequate end than what was presented.
A história merecia um fim mais adequado do que aquele apresentado.
The phrase 'fim adequado' is commonly used in Brazilian Portuguese literary criticism, narrative analysis, and professional contexts to describe conclusions that are proportionate and suitable to their contexts. It reflects a value placed on propriety and balance in outcomes and resolutions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
conclusão apropriadadesfecho convenienteencerramento satisfatóriopropósito adequado
Antonyms / Antônimos
fim inadequadoconclusão imprópriadesfecho insatisfatório

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fim adequado
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
fim adequado
Common in business and formal discourse
Rio de Janeiro
fim adequado
Used in both formal and casual contexts
Portugal
fim adequado
Similar usage; may also use 'desfecho apropriado'

Related Words

fimadequadopropósitoobjetivoconclusãodesfecho

Related Idioms & Phrases

chegar a um fim adequado
ter um fim adequado
proporcionar um fim adequado
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