imposed decisions
[ɪmˈpoʊzd dɪˈsɪʒənz]
noun phrasepl: imposed decisions
decisões impostas
1. decisions made and forced upon others without their consent, input, or agreement
The imposed decisions by management left employees feeling frustrated and unheard.
As decisões impostas pela gerência deixaram os funcionários frustrados e ignorados.
2. choices or determinations that are established through authority or force rather than through democratic process or consensus
The government's imposed decisions regarding new policies sparked widespread protests.
As decisões impostas pelo governo sobre novas políticas provocaram protestos generalizados.
3. mandatory rulings or judgments delivered by a person or entity in a position of power
The court's imposed decisions set a precedent for future cases.
As decisões impostas pelo tribunal estabeleceram um precedente para casos futuros.
This phrase reflects concerns about workplace democracy and governance across both Brazilian and American cultures. In Brazil, discussions about 'decisões impostas' often relate to hierarchical workplace structures and government authority. In the USA, the term carries weight in discussions about corporate governance, political mandates, and individual autonomy. The phrase is typically used in a negative or critical context, implying a lack of democratic participation or consideration for stakeholders' opinions.
NYC Slang
top-down calls; decisions shoved down your throat
Related Idioms & Phrases
have no say in the matter
a decision is handed down
my way or the highway
take it or leave it
dictatorial decision
decisão de cima para baixo (top-down decision)
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