irregular values

[/ɪˈreɡ.jə.lər ˈvæl.juːz/]
noun phrase
valores irregulares
1. Data points or numerical measurements that deviate significantly from expected patterns, norms, or established standards
The auditor identified irregular values in the company's financial records that warranted further investigation.
O auditor identificou valores irregulares nos registros financeiros da empresa que justificavam investigação adicional.
2. In statistics and data analysis, observations that do not follow the normal distribution or expected trend
The dataset contained several irregular values that needed to be removed before performing the statistical analysis.
O conjunto de dados continha vários valores irregulares que precisavam ser removidos antes de realizar a análise estatística.
3. Anomalous or abnormal readings in scientific measurements or experimental data
The sensor detected irregular values in the temperature readings during the experiment.
O sensor detectou valores irregulares nas leituras de temperatura durante o experimento.
In Brazilian business and academic contexts, 'valores irregulares' is a formal, technical term commonly used in auditing, finance, and scientific research. The phrase carries implications of potential fraud, error, or anomaly requiring investigation. In Portugal, the term is similarly professional but may occasionally be replaced with 'valores anómalos' depending on the specific field.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
anomaliesoutliersabnormal valuesdeviant valuesinconsistencies
Antonyms / Antônimos
regular valuesnormal valuesconsistent valuesstandard values

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
valores irregulares
Standard term used in business, finance, and data analysis contexts
São Paulo
valores irregulares / valores anômalos
Business and financial hubs frequently use both terms interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
valores irregulares
Common in scientific and academic contexts
Portugal
valores irregulares / valores anormais
Both terms are used, with preference varying by sector

Related Words

outlieranomalydeviationvariancediscrepancystatistical analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

red flag in the data
out of line with expectations
doesn't add up
cooking the books (when referring to financial irregularities)
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