shameless modification
[ˈʃeɪmləs ˌmɑːdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
noun phrasepl: shameless modifications
modificação descarada
1. An unethical or blatant alteration of something (object, text, design, etc.) done without regard for propriety, honesty, or respect for the original
The software company made shameless modifications to the open-source code without crediting the original developers.
A empresa de software fez modificações descaradas no código aberto sem creditar os desenvolvedores originais.
2. An audacious or impudent change made with deliberate disregard for consequences or public opinion
The politician's shameless modification of his previous statements angered voters.
A modificação descarada que o político fez em suas declarações anteriores enfureceu os eleitores.
This phrase reflects contemporary concerns in both American and Brazilian contexts regarding intellectual property, authenticity, and ethical conduct in technology and academia. In Brazil, it's particularly used in discussions about plagiarism in educational and corporate settings, while in the US it's common in tech industry discourse about code theft and unauthorized alterations.
NYC Slang
straight-up sketchy mod
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