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formal directive
[/ˈfɔːrməl dɪˈrɛktɪv/]
noun
pl: formal directives
diretiva formal
1.
An official order or instruction issued by an authority that must be followed
The CEO issued a formal directive regarding new workplace policies.
O CEO emitiu uma diretiva formal sobre as novas políticas de trabalho.
2.
A binding instruction from a governmental or organizational body
The European Union's formal directive on data protection affects all member states.
A diretiva formal da União Europeia sobre proteção de dados afeta todos os estados membros.
Synonyms
official order
formal order
decree
regulation
mandate
instruction
Antonyms
suggestion
recommendation
optional guidance
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
diretiva formal
Standard usage in business and government contexts
Portugal
diretiva formal
Standard usage, particularly in EU regulatory contexts
General
orientação oficial
Alternative term emphasizing guidance aspect
Related Idioms & Phrases
follow a formal directive
issue a formal directive
comply with formal directives
binding formal directive
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