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legitimate undertaking

[/lɪˈdʒɪtɪmət ˈʌndəˌteɪkɪŋ/]
noun phrasepl: legitimate undertakings
empreendimento legítimo
1. A lawful, legal, and morally justified business venture, project, or enterprise that complies with regulations and ethical standards
The company's expansion into new markets is a legitimate undertaking backed by proper licensing and permits.
A expansão da empresa em novos mercados é um empreendimento legítimo apoiado por licenças e permissões adequadas.
2. An honorable and sincere effort or commitment to achieve a specific goal or objective
Starting a non-profit organization to help the homeless is a legitimate undertaking worthy of community support.
Iniciar uma organização sem fins lucrativos para ajudar os sem-abrigo é um empreendimento legítimo digno de apoio comunitário.
Synonyms
lawful enterpriselegal venturegenuine undertakingauthorized projectvalid business
Antonyms
illicit venturefraudulent undertakingillegal enterpriseunlawful projectunauthorized business

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
empreendimento legítimo
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
empreendimento legítimo; negócio legítimo
business-focused terminology common in financial contexts
Portugal
empreendimento legítimo; negócio legítimo
formal legal and commercial contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

above board
on the level
in good faith
square deal
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