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severe methods

[/sɪˈvɪr ˈmɛθədz/]
noun phrase
métodos severos
1. Strict, harsh, or rigorous approaches or techniques used to achieve a goal or enforce discipline
The coach employed severe methods to train the athletes.
O treinador empregou métodos severos para treinar os atletas.
2. Strict or extreme measures taken to address a problem or situation
The government implemented severe methods to control the pandemic.
O governo implementou métodos severos para controlar a pandemia.
Synonyms
harsh methodsstrict methodsrigorous methodsdrastic measuresextreme measuresdraconian methods
Antonyms
lenient methodsgentle methodsmild methodsflexible approachespermissive methods

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
métodos severos
Most common translation in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
métodos rigorosos
Alternative formal term used in business contexts
Portugal
métodos severos
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

to take drastic measures
to crack down
to take a hard line
iron fist
tough love
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