official solution

[/əˈfɪʃəl səˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: official solutions
solução oficial
1. The authoritative or formally recognized answer to a problem, question, or issue provided by the relevant governing body, organization, or authority
The official solution to the math problem was posted on the school's website after the exam.
A solução oficial para o problema de matemática foi publicada no site da escola após o exame.
2. A formally approved or recommended way to resolve a technical issue, software bug, or system problem
The software company released an official solution for the security vulnerability.
A empresa de software lançou uma solução oficial para a vulnerabilidade de segurança.
3. The answer key or authoritative resolution provided by an organization in response to a competition, puzzle, or challenge
The competition organizers announced the official solution to the riddle.
Os organizadores da competição anunciaram a solução oficial da charada.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American contexts, particularly in educational settings, software development, and government communications. In Brazil, it's commonly seen in academic contexts when teachers or institutions provide answer keys. In the USA, it's frequently used in technical support documentation and official government announcements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
authorized solutionsanctioned answerformal resolutionapproved fixauthoritative answer
Antonyms / Antônimos
unofficial solutionworkaroundtemporary fixunapproved solutionincorrect answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
solução oficial
Standard term used in educational, technical, and administrative contexts
São Paulo
solução oficial
Commonly used in corporate and technical environments
Rio de Janeiro
solução oficial
General usage consistent with national standards
Portugal
solução oficial
Same term used; identical meaning and context in Portuguese European variant

Related Words

official statementofficial policyofficial procedureofficial protocolformal resolutionauthorized response

Related Idioms & Phrases

the official line
stamp of approval
seal of approval
according to official sources
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