systemic relationships

[sɪˈstemɪk rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪpz]
nounpl: systemic relationships
relações sistêmicas
1. interconnected relationships within a complex system where the elements are interdependent and influence each other as part of a whole
The systemic relationships between poverty, education, and health outcomes are well-documented by sociologists.
As relações sistêmicas entre pobreza, educação e resultados de saúde são bem documentadas pelos sociólogos.
2. structural patterns of interaction and dependence that characterize how different components of an organization, institution, or society function together
Understanding systemic relationships in corporate hierarchies helps identify barriers to communication.
Compreender as relações sistêmicas nas hierarquias corporativas ajuda a identificar barreiras à comunicação.
3. fundamental connections in a system where changes in one element necessarily produce effects in others due to their structural interdependence
The systemic relationships in the ecosystem mean that removing one species can have cascading effects.
As relações sistêmicas no ecossistema significam que a remoção de uma espécie pode ter efeitos em cascata.
The term 'systemic relationships' gained prominence in Brazilian academic discourse during the late 20th century, particularly in organizational studies and sociology. In the USA, it became central to discussions about systemic inequality and institutional racism. Both cultures now use this term extensively in discussions about public health, climate change, and social justice, emphasizing how structural factors create interconnected problems that require comprehensive solutions rather than isolated interventions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interconnected relationshipsstructural relationshipsinterdependent relationshipsorganizational relationshipsrelações interdependentes
Antonyms / Antônimos
isolated relationshipsindependent relationshipsdisconnected elements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
relações sistêmicas
Standard term used in academic, business, and social contexts
São Paulo
relações sistêmicas; inter-relações do sistema
Commonly used in business and organizational development contexts
Rio de Janeiro
relações sistêmicas
Standard usage in academic institutions and research
Portugal
relações sistêmicas; relacionamentos sistémicos
Both forms accepted; 'sistémicas' reflects Portuguese spelling conventions

Related Words

systemic analysissystems theorystructural patternsinterdependencecomplex systemsorganizational dynamicsanálise sistêmicateoria dos sistemas

Related Idioms & Phrases

the bigger picture
the whole is greater than the sum of its parts
cause and effect
tudo está conectado (everything is connected)
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