major statement

[ˈmeɪdʒər ˈsteɪtmənt]
nounpl: major statements
declaração importante
1. A significant or important announcement, declaration, or pronouncement that carries considerable weight or implications
The CEO made a major statement about the company's commitment to sustainability.
O CEO fez uma declaração importante sobre o compromisso da empresa com a sustentabilidade.
2. A formal or official communication that expresses a notable position, policy, or viewpoint
The government released a major statement regarding new economic reforms.
O governo divulgou uma declaração importante sobre as novas reformas econômicas.
3. A significant remark or assertion that has substantial impact on public opinion or discourse
His major statement on climate change sparked widespread debate.
Sua declaração importante sobre mudanças climáticas desencadeou um debate generalizado.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'major statement' is commonly used in political, corporate, and media discourse. In the USA, it's frequently employed in news reporting and government communications. In Brazil, it's widely used in political announcements and corporate press releases, with 'declaração importante' being the standard translation in formal settings.
NYC Slang
big announcement / major drop
Synonyms / Sinônimos
important announcementsignificant declarationkey pronouncementformal statementofficial announcement
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor commenttrivial remarkinsignificant statementcasual observation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
declaração importante
Most common translation in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
comunicado importante
Alternative formal usage in media and government contexts
São Paulo
pronunciamento importante
Preferred in business and corporate announcements
Portugal
declaração significativa
European Portuguese variant with slight formality differences

Related Words

announcementdeclarationpronouncementstatementassertionproclamationmessagecommuniqué

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a major statement
issue a major statement
release a major statement
major statement on record
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