stated emphasis

[/ˈsteɪtɪd ˈɛmfəsɪs/]
noun phrasepl: stated emphases
ênfase declarada
1. A deliberately expressed or articulated stress placed on a particular point, idea, or aspect of something
The stated emphasis of the new policy is on sustainability and environmental protection.
A ênfase declarada da nova política é na sustentabilidade e proteção ambiental.
2. An explicit or clearly communicated priority or focus that has been formally announced or made official
With stated emphasis on customer service, the company reorganized its entire support department.
Com ênfase declarada no atendimento ao cliente, a empresa reorganizou todo seu departamento de suporte.
3. A formally acknowledged stress or importance given to a particular subject matter in an official context
The administration's stated emphasis is on improving educational outcomes in underserved communities.
A ênfase declarada da administração é melhorar os resultados educacionais em comunidades carentes.
This phrase is commonly used in formal, official, and professional contexts in both American and Brazilian cultures. In business environments, government communications, and academic settings, 'stated emphasis' is used to clarify organizational priorities and formal positions. In Brazil, it appears frequently in corporate mission statements and government policy announcements. The term conveys intentionality and transparency about what an organization or institution considers important.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
declared emphasisexplicit focusstated priorityarticulated stressformal emphasis
Antonyms / Antônimos
implied emphasisunstated focushidden prioritytacit stress

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ênfase declarada
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ênfase declarada / foco declarado
May use 'foco' as alternative in business contexts
São Paulo
ênfase declarada
Common in corporate and formal business environments
Portugal
ênfase declarada / realçado declarado
Portuguese variant uses similar terminology with slight stylistic differences

Related Words

emphasispriorityfocusstressaccentuationhighlightunderscoring

Related Idioms & Phrases

put emphasis on something
lay emphasis on
with emphasis
for emphasis
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