non-viable structures

[/nɒn vaɪ.ə.bəl ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/]
nounfemininepl: non-viable structures
estruturas não viáveis
1. Physical or organizational structures that cannot function effectively, sustain themselves, or achieve their intended purpose
The building's non-viable structures required complete demolition rather than renovation.
As estruturas não viáveis do edifício exigiam demolição completa em vez de renovação.
2. In medical/biological contexts, anatomical formations that cannot support life or normal physiological function
The ultrasound revealed non-viable structures that would not develop into a healthy fetus.
O ultrassom revelou estruturas não viáveis que não se desenvolveriam em um feto saudável.
3. In business/economics, organizational frameworks or business models that cannot be sustained economically
The company's non-viable structures prevented it from competing in the modern market.
As estruturas não viáveis da empresa a impediam de competir no mercado moderno.
The term 'non-viable structures' is particularly prevalent in Brazilian medical discourse regarding pregnancy complications, in urban planning discussions about deteriorating infrastructure, and in corporate restructuring contexts. In Portugal, the term is frequently used in EU-funded infrastructure projects and sustainability initiatives. The phrase reflects growing concern in both countries about infrastructure maintenance and economic sustainability.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unfeasible structuresnon-functional structuresunsustainable structuresinviable structuresunworkable structures
Antonyms / Antônimos
viable structuresfunctional structuressustainable structuresworkable structuressound structures

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estruturas não viáveis
Standard term used in medical, architectural, and business contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
estruturas inviáveis / estruturas improdutivas
Common in business and industrial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
estruturas não viáveis / estruturas deficientes
Used interchangeably in technical discussions
Portugal
estruturas não viáveis / estruturas insustentáveis
More frequently used in sustainability and infrastructure discussions

Related Words

viabilitystructural integrityfeasibilitysustainabilityinfrastructureframeworkarchitectural design

Related Idioms & Phrases

built on shaky ground
a house of cards
structurally unsound
doomed from the start
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