trigger condition

[ˈtrɪɡər kənˈdɪʃən]
nounpl: trigger conditions
condição disparadora
1. A specific circumstance or requirement that, when met, initiates an action, process, or event
The trigger condition for the alarm is when the temperature exceeds 100 degrees Celsius.
A condição disparadora do alarme é quando a temperatura ultrapassa 100 graus Celsius.
2. In programming and automation, a predefined set of parameters that must be satisfied to execute a function or script
The system will send an email notification when the trigger condition is satisfied.
O sistema enviará uma notificação por email quando a condição disparadora for atendida.
3. In psychology and medicine, an event or stimulus that causes a reaction or symptom to occur
Identifying the trigger condition is essential for managing anxiety disorders.
Identificar a condição disparadora é essencial para gerenciar transtornos de ansiedade.
In Brazilian business and technology sectors, 'condição disparadora' is standard terminology used in process automation, system administration, and operational procedures. The term reflects the influence of English technical vocabulary in Portuguese-speaking IT industries. In psychology and healthcare contexts in Brazil, it may also be called 'condição desencadeadora,' emphasizing the causal relationship. In Portugal, the phrasing tends to be slightly different with preference for 'condição de disparo' in technical contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
activation conditioninitiating conditionprerequisitethresholdcatalyst
Antonyms / Antônimos
inhibiting conditionblocking conditionsuppressing condition

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
condição disparadora
Most common and formal usage in business and technical contexts
General Brazilian Portuguese
condição acionadora
Alternative used in automation and systems engineering
São Paulo
condição disparadora
Standard usage in corporate and IT environments
Portugal
condição de disparo
Slightly different phrasing, more common in Portuguese European context
Portugal
condição desencadeadora
Alternative form used in psychological and medical contexts

Related Words

triggerconditioneventstimulusprerequisiteparameterthresholdautomation

Related Idioms & Phrases

meet the trigger condition
satisfy the trigger condition
set a trigger condition
identify the trigger condition
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