premeditated decisions
[ˌprɛmɛdɪˈteɪtɪd dɪˈsɪʒənz]
noun phrasepl: premeditated decisions
decisões premeditadas
1. Decisions that are thought out and planned in advance, made deliberately with prior consideration rather than spontaneously
The company's premeditated decisions to expand into new markets were based on extensive market research.
As decisões premeditadas da empresa de expandir para novos mercados foram baseadas em pesquisa de mercado extensiva.
2. Choices made with deliberate forethought and intentionality, often implying careful planning
His premeditated decisions to avoid conflict showed maturity and wisdom.
Suas decisões premeditadas de evitar conflitos demonstraram maturidade e sabedoria.
3. In legal contexts, decisions made with intent and planning, particularly concerning harmful or criminal acts
The prosecutor argued that the defendant's premeditated decisions proved intent to commit murder.
A promotora argumentou que as decisões premeditadas do réu provavam intenção de cometer assassinato.
In Brazilian legal contexts, 'premeditated decisions' (decisões premeditadas) carries significant weight in criminal proceedings, particularly regarding homicide charges where premeditation can elevate charges. In American business culture, premeditated decisions are often valued as signs of strategic thinking and professional maturity. In Portugal, the term is used primarily in formal, legal, or academic discourse.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to make a calculated move
to think something through
to weigh one's options
to have an agenda
to play one's cards right
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