intentional effect
[ɪn'tenʃənəl ɪ'fekt]
noun phrasepl: intentional effects
efeito intencional
1. A result or consequence that is deliberately planned or caused; an outcome that was purposely designed or brought about
The director's use of black and white cinematography was an intentional effect to convey the film's somber mood.
O uso de cinematografia em preto e branco pelo diretor foi um efeito intencional para transmitir o clima sombrio do filme.
2. In law and ethics, an action or harm that was deliberately caused, as opposed to being accidental or negligent
The court determined that the injury was an intentional effect of the defendant's reckless behavior.
O tribunal determinou que a lesão foi um efeito intencional do comportamento imprudente do réu.
3. In art and design, a deliberately created aesthetic or visual outcome
The artist achieved an intentional effect by layering translucent paints to create depth.
O artista conseguiu um efeito intencional ao sobrepor tintas translúcidas para criar profundidade.
The term is widely used in Brazilian legal discourse, artistic criticism, and film studies. In Portuguese-speaking countries, it emphasizes the distinction between deliberate actions and accidents, which is particularly important in legal contexts. In American English, it's commonly used in creative fields to describe artistic choices.
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