intentional commitment

[ɪnˈtenʃənəl kəˈmɪtmənt]
nounpl: intentional commitments
compromisso intencional
1. A deliberate and purposeful dedication or pledge to a person, cause, or goal, made with conscious awareness and full intention
Their intentional commitment to environmental sustainability shaped all company decisions.
O compromisso intencional deles com a sustentabilidade ambiental moldou todas as decisões da empresa.
2. A conscious decision to bind oneself to a course of action or relationship with clear purpose and determination
The couple made an intentional commitment to work through their challenges together.
O casal fez um compromisso intencional para resolver seus desafios juntos.
3. In psychology and philosophy, a deliberate mental act directed toward achieving a specific objective or maintaining a relationship
Personal growth requires intentional commitment to self-improvement practices.
O crescimento pessoal requer compromisso intencional com práticas de auto-melhoria.
In Brazilian culture, 'compromisso intencional' is highly valued in both personal relationships and professional environments, reflecting the importance of genuine dedication and authenticity. In the USA, this term is commonly used in wellness, self-help, and organizational development contexts, emphasizing conscious choice and personal agency.
NYC Slang
all-in commitment
Synonyms / Sinônimos
deliberate commitmentconscious dedicationpurposeful pledgemindful dedicationwillful devotion
Antonyms / Antônimos
accidental commitmenthalf-hearted commitmentreluctant commitmentunintentional pledgepassive involvement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
compromisso intencional
Standard term used in business, education, and personal development contexts
São Paulo
compromisso deliberado
Often used in corporate and professional environments
Rio de Janeiro
compromisso proposital
Common in informal and personal relationship discussions
Portugal
compromisso intencional or empenhamento consciente
Portuguese variant emphasizing conscious engagement

Related Words

commitmentdedicationintentionresolvedevotionpledgedetermination

Related Idioms & Phrases

putting your heart into something
going all the way
walking the walk
putting your money where your mouth is
taking the plunge
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