half-commitment
[hæf kə'mɪtmənt]
nounpl: half-commitments
meio-compromisso
1. A commitment that is incomplete, partial, or lacking full dedication and effort
His half-commitment to the project was evident when he missed several important meetings.
Seu meio-compromisso com o projeto era evidente quando ele perdia várias reuniões importantes.
2. A promise or obligation undertaken without genuine intention or full resolve
A half-commitment to fitness won't help you achieve your health goals.
Um meio-compromisso com a saúde não vai ajudá-lo a alcançar seus objetivos de bem-estar.
3. An agreement made with reservations or conditions that limit its binding nature
The company's half-commitment to sustainability raised concerns among environmental activists.
O meio-compromisso da empresa com a sustentabilidade levantou preocupações entre ativistas ambientais.
In both American and Brazilian business culture, 'half-commitment' is generally viewed negatively as it suggests lack of professional integrity and reliability. In Brazil, where relationship-building is crucial in business dealings, a half-commitment can damage trust significantly. The term is frequently used in management and leadership discussions to criticize insufficient engagement or follow-through on organizational initiatives.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy commitment / half-ass effort
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