1. A suitable or fitting action, step, or course of action taken to address a situation or problem
The government took appropriate measures to control inflation.
O governo tomou medidas apropriadas para controlar a inflação.
2. A proper or correct dimension, quantity, or standard used for a specific purpose
The architect ensured the appropriate measurements for the building design.
O arquiteto garantiu as medidas apropriadas para o design do edifício.