popular decision

[ˈpɒp.jə.lər dɪˈsɪʒ.ən]
nounpl: popular decisions
decisão popular
1. a choice or determination made by the majority of people or the general public
The referendum resulted in a popular decision to stay in the union.
O referendo resultou em uma decisão popular de permanecer na união.
2. a judgment or verdict that is widely approved or supported by the public
The court's popular decision was celebrated across the nation.
A decisão popular do tribunal foi celebrada em toda a nação.
3. a choice that is well-received and broadly accepted by society
The government's environmental policy was a popular decision among voters.
A política ambiental do governo foi uma decisão popular entre os eleitores.
In Brazil, 'decisão popular' is frequently used in political contexts, particularly regarding plebiscites and referendums. The concept emphasizes democratic principles and public participation in governance, reflecting Brazil's complex relationship with direct democracy and popular sovereignty since its redemocratization in 1985.
NYC Slang
people's choice, what the streets want
Synonyms / Sinônimos
public decisiondemocratic choicemajority decisionconsensus decisionpublic verdict
Antonyms / Antônimos
unpopular decisioncontroversial decisionauthoritarian decisionminority decision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
decisão popular
standard usage in political and social contexts
Rio de Janeiro
decisão do povo
alternative colloquial expression emphasizing 'the people'
São Paulo
decisão popular
formal usage, common in business and political discourse
Portugal
decisão popular
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Words

referendumplebiscitepublic opiniondemocratic processconsensusvoting

Related Idioms & Phrases

by popular demand
the voice of the people
majority rules
a decision that resonates with the public
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