multifaceted case

[/ˌmʌl.ti.ˈfæs.ə.təd keɪs/]
nounpl: multifaceted cases
caso multifacetado
1. A complex situation, legal matter, or problem that has multiple aspects, dimensions, or perspectives that need to be considered
The investigation into corporate fraud proved to be a multifaceted case involving financial records, witness testimonies, and international transactions.
A investigação sobre fraude corporativa revelou-se um caso multifacetado envolvendo registros financeiros, depoimentos de testemunhas e transações internacionais.
2. A matter or issue that requires examination from different angles or specializations
Healthcare reform is a multifaceted case requiring input from doctors, economists, and policymakers.
A reforma da saúde é um caso multifacetado que requer contribuição de médicos, economistas e formuladores de políticas.
The term 'multifaceted case' is widely used in Brazilian legal systems, academic institutions, and corporate environments to describe complex situations requiring specialized analysis. In the USA, it's commonly used in law, journalism, and business contexts. The term reflects modern understanding that many real-world problems require interdisciplinary approaches and cannot be viewed from a single perspective.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
complex casecomplicated matterintricate situationmulti-dimensional problemlayered casecase with multiple aspects
Antonyms / Antônimos
simple casestraightforward matteruncomplicated casesingle-issue case

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caso multifacetado
Standard usage in legal, academic, and professional contexts
São Paulo
caso multifacetado
Common in business and legal terminology
Rio de Janeiro
caso com múltiplas facetas
Alternative, more descriptive phrasing sometimes preferred
Portugal
caso multifacetado
Similar usage; may also use 'caso complexo com várias dimensões'

Related Words

multifacetedcomplexitydimensionaspectinvestigationlitigation

Related Idioms & Phrases

a can of worms
a tough nut to crack
opens a Pandora's box
more than meets the eye
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