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radical reforms

[ˈrædɪkəl rɪˈfɔːrmz]
noun
reformas radicais
1. Fundamental and far-reaching changes to systems, institutions, or practices, often involving complete restructuring or elimination of existing elements
The new government implemented radical reforms to overhaul the education system.
O novo governo implementou reformas radicais para reestruturar o sistema educacional.
2. Sweeping political, social, or economic changes that challenge established order or traditional approaches
Radical reforms in healthcare policy sparked considerable debate among voters.
Reformas radicais na política de saúde provocaram considerável debate entre os eleitores.
Synonyms
sweeping reformsfundamental changesdrastic reformstransformative changesdeep reformsmajor overhauls
Antonyms
minor adjustmentsincremental changesgradual reformsconservative reformscosmetic changes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reformas radicais
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
reformas radicais
Common in political discourse
São Paulo
reformas radicais
Frequently used in business and political contexts
Portugal
reformas radicais
Standard usage, occasionally 'reformas profundas' as alternative

Related Idioms & Phrases

root and branch reform
sweeping changes
turning point reforms
revolution by reform
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