important outcome

[ɪmˈpɔːrtənt ˈaʊtkʌm]
noun phrasepl: important outcomes
resultado importante
1. A significant or consequential result or consequence of an action, event, or process that has meaningful impact or relevance
The important outcome of the negotiation was a 20% reduction in costs.
O resultado importante da negociação foi uma redução de 20% nos custos.
2. A desired or achieved goal that carries substantial weight or significance in a particular context
One of the most important outcomes of the research study was the discovery of a new treatment method.
Um dos resultados mais importantes do estudo de pesquisa foi a descoberta de um novo método de tratamento.
3. The final consequence or effect that proves to be significant or valuable
The important outcome was that all team members reached a consensus on the project direction.
O resultado importante foi que todos os membros da equipe chegaram a um consenso sobre a direção do projeto.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'important outcome' is a key phrase used in corporate meetings, strategic planning, and academic research. In Brazil, there's often emphasis on 'resultado importante' in formal business Portuguese, while in the USA, this phrase is common in performance reviews and project management discussions. The concept reflects a values-driven approach to evaluating success beyond mere completion of tasks.
NYC Slang
the big picture / the money shot
Synonyms / Sinônimos
significant resultkey outcomemajor consequencevaluable resultmeaningful achievement
Antonyms / Antônimos
insignificant outcomeminor resulttrivial consequenceunimportant resultnegligible outcome

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
resultado importante
Most common usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
resultado importante / desfecho importante
Both terms widely used; 'desfecho' slightly more formal
São Paulo
resultado importante
Standard business and academic usage
Portugal
resultado importante / resultado relevante
'Resultado relevante' is also frequently used in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Words

consequenceachievementsuccessresultimpacteffectconclusiongoal

Related Idioms & Phrases

come out on top
make a difference
turn out well
a game changer
move the needle
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