opaque procedures
[/oʊˈpeɪk prəˈsidʒərz/]
noun phrase
procedimentos opacos
1. Processes or methods that lack transparency, clarity, or public understanding; procedures whose inner workings, decision-making processes, or operations are not clearly visible or easily understood by those affected by them
The government's opaque procedures for awarding contracts raised concerns among taxpayers.
Os procedimentos opacos do governo para concessão de contratos levantaram preocupações entre os contribuintes.
2. In technology and computing, processes that function without clear documentation or visible logic, making them difficult to audit or understand
The algorithm's opaque procedures made it impossible for auditors to verify fairness in hiring decisions.
Os procedimentos opacos do algoritmo tornaram impossível para os auditores verificar a justiça nas decisões de contratação.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'opaque procedures' is a term commonly used in political discourse, journalism, and corporate governance discussions. It carries negative connotations and is often invoked when criticizing institutional lack of accountability. The term gained prominence in both countries during discussions of judicial reform, government transparency initiatives, and corporate scandals.
NYC Slang
shady procedures, behind-closed-doors operations
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