imprecise commands

[ɪmprɪˈsaɪs kəˈmændz]
noun phrasepl: imprecise commands
comandos imprecisos
1. Instructions or directives that lack clarity, specificity, or exactness, making them difficult to understand or execute correctly
The manager's imprecise commands led to confusion among the team members about what needed to be done.
Os comandos imprecisos do gerente causaram confusão entre os membros da equipe sobre o que precisava ser feito.
2. Vague or ambiguous orders given to a person, group, or system that do not provide sufficient detail for proper execution
The imprecise commands from headquarters made it difficult for field agents to complete their mission effectively.
Os comandos imprecisos da sede tornaram difícil para os agentes de campo completarem sua missão de forma eficaz.
In Brazilian corporate and military contexts, imprecise commands are often criticized as a barrier to efficiency and productivity. The phrase reflects concerns about workplace communication standards, particularly in hierarchical organizations. In American English-speaking environments, especially in tech and management fields, there is significant emphasis on clear communication to avoid such ambiguity.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy orders / sloppy instructions
Synonyms / Sinônimos
vague instructionsambiguous ordersunclear directivesfuzzy commandsindefinite instructions
Antonyms / Antônimos
precise commandsclear instructionsexplicit ordersspecific directivesexact commands

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comandos imprecisos
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ordens vagas
Alternative, more colloquial expression
São Paulo
instruções pouco claras
More formal business context
Portugal
comandos imprecisos / ordens vagas
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

miscommunicationambiguityclarityspecificitydirectiveinstruction

Related Idioms & Phrases

beating around the bush
talking in circles
not making oneself clear
speaking in riddles
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