hidden result

[ˈhɪdən rɪˈzʌlt]
nounpl: hidden results
resultado oculto
1. An outcome or consequence that is not immediately visible, apparent, or disclosed; often discovered later or through investigation
The hidden result of the policy change was a significant increase in employee turnover.
O resultado oculto da mudança de política foi um aumento significativo na rotatividade de funcionários.
2. In computing/search contexts, search results that are deliberately concealed, filtered, or not displayed on the initial interface
The search engine revealed hidden results after adjusting the filter settings.
O mecanismo de busca revelou resultados ocultos após ajustar as configurações de filtro.
3. An unintended or secondary consequence that emerges from an action or decision
The hidden result of cutting costs was improved efficiency and lower waste.
O resultado oculto da redução de custos foi a melhoria na eficiência e redução de desperdício.
In Brazilian business culture, discussing 'resultados ocultos' is common when analyzing policy impacts or strategic decisions. The phrase emphasizes critical thinking and thorough analysis. In American corporate contexts, 'hidden results' often refers to unforeseen consequences of business decisions, reflecting the cultural emphasis on data-driven decision making and risk assessment.
NYC Slang
the real tea; what's really going on underneath
Synonyms / Sinônimos
concealed outcomeundisclosed consequencelatent resultunderlying effectside effectunintended consequence
Antonyms / Antônimos
obvious resultapparent outcomevisible consequencedisclosed resultexplicit result

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resultado oculto
Standard formal usage in business and academic contexts
General Brazilian
resultado escondido
More colloquial alternative in casual speech
São Paulo
resultado não aparente
Professional business terminology preference
Portugal
resultado encoberto
European Portuguese variant, formal register

Related Words

hidden agendaconcealmentconsequenceside effectripple effectunintended consequencelatent outcome

Related Idioms & Phrases

dig deeper to find the hidden result
the hidden result came to light
uncover hidden results
beneath the surface lies the hidden result
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