forbidden change
[fər-ˈbi-dən ˈchānj]
noun phrasepl: forbidden changes
mudança proibida
1. A modification or alteration that is not permitted by law, regulation, rule, or agreement
The forbidden change to the contract terms made the agreement invalid.
A mudança proibida nos termos do contrato tornou o acordo inválido.
2. In religious or cultural contexts, a transformation or modification that violates established doctrine or tradition
The forbidden change to ancient rituals was met with strong resistance from the community.
A mudança proibida nos rituais antigos foi recebida com forte resistência pela comunidade.
3. In academic or technical fields, an unauthorized modification to established procedures or protocols
Making a forbidden change to the experimental methodology could invalidate the research results.
Fazer uma mudança proibida na metodologia experimental poderia invalidar os resultados da pesquisa.
This term is primarily used in legal, regulatory, academic, and formal business contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazil, it frequently appears in contract law and constitutional matters. In religious or cultural contexts, it often refers to modifications that violate traditional practices. The phrase reflects the importance of adherence to established rules and protocols in formal Portuguese-speaking societies.
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