immaterial aspect
[ɪˌmətɪriəl ˈæspekt]
noun phrasepl: immaterial aspects
aspecto imaterial
1. A non-physical or intangible element; a characteristic or feature that is not composed of matter
The immaterial aspect of the company's success was its strong corporate culture.
O aspecto imaterial do sucesso da empresa era sua forte cultura corporativa.
2. In philosophy or metaphysics, something that exists but has no physical substance
Consciousness is considered an immaterial aspect of human existence.
A consciência é considerada um aspecto imaterial da existência humana.
3. Something that is not essential or relevant to a matter; of little importance
Whether the report was printed or digital proved to be an immaterial aspect of the investigation.
Se o relatório era impresso ou digital provou ser um aspecto imaterial da investigação.
This term is primarily used in academic, philosophical, legal, and business contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it frequently appears in legal documents and philosophical discussions. In the USA, it is common in corporate contexts when discussing company values and intangible assets.
Related Idioms & Phrases
the immaterial aspect of the matter
focus on the immaterial aspects
dismiss as immaterial aspect
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