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judicious behavior

[dʒuːˈdɪʃəs bɪˈheɪvjər]
noun phrasepl: judicious behaviors
comportamento criterioso
1. Conduct or actions that demonstrate careful judgment, wisdom, and prudence in decision-making and interpersonal interactions
Her judicious behavior in handling the crisis earned her respect from colleagues.
Seu comportamento criterioso ao lidar com a crise lhe rendeu respeito dos colegas.
2. Actions characterized by sensible discernment and avoiding excess or impulsiveness
The manager's judicious behavior in allocating resources ensured project success.
O comportamento criterioso do gerente na alocação de recursos garantiu o sucesso do projeto.
Synonyms
prudent conductwise behaviordiscerning actionsensible deportmentthoughtful conduct
Antonyms
reckless behaviorimpulsive conductfoolish actionindiscreet behaviorcareless deportment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento criterioso
Most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
conduta sensata
Alternative phrasing commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento judicioso
Direct translation, more formal usage
Portugal
comportamento judicioso
European Portuguese standard form, slightly more formal

Related Idioms & Phrases

use good judgment
act with discretion
play one's cards right
keep a cool head
think before you act
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