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smart decision

[smɑrt dɪˈsɪʒən]
noun phrasepl: smart decisions
decisão inteligente
1. A wise or prudent choice made after careful consideration of the consequences and alternatives
Investing in your education was a smart decision.
Investir em sua educação foi uma decisão inteligente.
2. A choice that demonstrates good judgment and practical wisdom
Leaving the party early was a smart decision given the weather.
Sair da festa cedo foi uma decisão inteligente considerando o clima.
NYC Slang
solid move / good call
Synonyms
wise decisiongood decisionsound decisionprudent choicejudicious choice
Antonyms
poor decisionfoolish decisionunwise choicereckless decisionbad decision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
decisão inteligente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
decisão inteligente / decisão sábia
Both forms are equally used
Rio de Janeiro
decisão inteligente / boa decisão
Colloquial preference for 'boa decisão'
Portugal
decisão inteligente / decisão sábia
Both terms are standard; 'decisão sensata' also common

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a smart decision
a decision in the right direction
think before you decide
use your head
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