random alteration

[ˈrændəm ɔːlˈtɛreɪʃən]
nounpl: random alterations
alteração aleatória
1. An unplanned or unpredictable change or modification made without a specific pattern or deliberate intention
The random alteration of the document made it difficult to track the original changes.
A alteração aleatória do documento dificultou o rastreamento das mudanças originais.
2. In genetics and biology, a spontaneous change in DNA or genetic material occurring by chance
Random alteration in the genetic code can lead to mutations.
A alteração aleatória no código genético pode levar a mutações.
3. In computing and data processing, an unpredictable modification of data or information
The random alteration of the database entries caused system errors.
A alteração aleatória das entradas do banco de dados causou erros do sistema.
The term 'random alteration' is primarily used in scientific, technical, and academic contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it's commonly employed in genetics courses, software development, and data science fields. The concept reflects the modern digital age's concern with unpredictability and data integrity in technology-driven societies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
random modificationspontaneous changeunpredictable variationchance modificationaccidental alteration
Antonyms / Antônimos
deliberate alterationintentional modificationplanned changesystematic alterationcontrolled modification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alteração aleatória
Most common and formal usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
mudança aleatória
Alternative colloquial form used in everyday speech
São Paulo
alteração randômica
Technical/scientific context, influenced by English terminology
Portugal
alteração aleatória
Standard European Portuguese form; same as Brazilian in formal contexts

Related Words

mutationvariationdeviationrandomnessuncertaintyunpredictabilitygenetic driftnoise

Related Idioms & Phrases

throw a wrench in the works
curveball
shake things up
roll the dice
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