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imprecise methods

[ɪmprɪˈsaɪs ˈmɛθədz]
noun phrasepl: imprecise methods
métodos imprecisos
1. Techniques or procedures that lack accuracy, exactness, or clear definition; approaches that do not produce consistent or reliable results
The research was criticized for using imprecise methods that could not be replicated.
A pesquisa foi criticada por usar métodos imprecisos que não podiam ser replicados.
2. Approaches that are vague, approximate, or ambiguous in their execution or application
Imprecise methods in data collection often lead to unreliable conclusions.
Métodos imprecisos na coleta de dados frequentemente levam a conclusões pouco confiáveis.
Synonyms
vague methodsapproximate methodsinexact methodsunclear proceduresambiguous approaches
Antonyms
precise methodsexact methodsaccurate proceduresrigorous approacheswell-defined techniques

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
métodos imprecisos
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
métodos imprecisos
Common in technical and scientific discourse
Portugal
métodos imprecisos
Standard European Portuguese usage; sometimes 'métodos pouco precisos'

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit or miss approach
rough and tumble method
ballpark figure
trial and error
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