inappropriate objective
[ɪnəˈproʊpriət əbˈdʒɛktɪv]
noun phrasepl: inappropriate objectives
objetivo inadequado
1. A goal or aim that is not suitable, fitting, or proper for a given context, situation, or purpose
Setting profit maximization as the only objective of a hospital is an inappropriate objective for a healthcare institution.
Estabelecer a maximização de lucros como único objetivo de um hospital é um objetivo inadequado para uma instituição de saúde.
2. An intended result or target that violates ethical standards, professional codes, or social norms
The manager's inappropriate objective to discriminate against certain employees led to legal action.
O objetivo inadequado do gerente de discriminar certos funcionários resultou em ação legal.
3. In business or organizational contexts, a goal that is misaligned with the organization's mission or values
An NGO devoted to environmental protection pursuing an inappropriate objective of deforestation would contradict its mission.
Uma ONG dedicada à proteção ambiental perseguindo um objetivo inadequado de desmatamento contradizeria sua missão.
This phrase is commonly used in corporate governance, educational policy, and organizational management discussions in both Brazilian and American contexts. In Brazil, it appears frequently in discussions about company ethics and institutional alignment, particularly following increased focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR) and ESG criteria. In the USA, it's prevalent in academic, business, and legal discourse when criticizing organizational priorities or individual goals that deviate from established norms or regulations.
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