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general trajectory

[/ˈdʒenərəl trəˈdʒektəri/]
nounpl: general trajectories
trajetória geral
1. The overall path or course that something follows over time, indicating the general direction or trend
The general trajectory of the company's growth has been upward despite quarterly fluctuations.
A trajetória geral do crescimento da empresa tem sido ascendente apesar das flutuações trimestrais.
2. In physics or mathematics, the overall curved path followed by a moving object or point
The general trajectory of the projectile can be calculated using basic physics equations.
A trajetória geral do projétil pode ser calculada usando equações básicas de física.
3. The broad direction or pattern of development in a person's career or life
Her general trajectory in the field of medicine has been marked by continuous advancement.
Sua trajetória geral no campo da medicina tem sido marcada por avanço contínuo.
Synonyms
overall pathgeneral coursebroad directiongeneral trend
Antonyms
specific pointdeviationanomaly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trajetória geral
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
trajetória geral
Common in business and academic contexts
Portugal
trajetória geral
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

on an upward/downward trajectory
follow a trajectory
set a trajectory
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