unchangeable measure

[/ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒəbəl ˈmɛʒər/]
noun phrasepl: unchangeable measures
medida imutável
1. A standard, dimension, or quantity that cannot be altered or modified
The unchangeable measure of a meter is fundamental to the metric system.
A medida imutável do metro é fundamental para o sistema métrico.
2. A fixed course of action or policy that cannot be revised
The law established an unchangeable measure to protect endangered species.
A lei estabeleceu uma medida imutável para proteger espécies em perigo.
3. An invariable standard used as a reference point
In physics, the speed of light serves as an unchangeable measure of motion.
Na física, a velocidade da luz serve como uma medida imutável do movimento.
This term is predominantly used in technical, scientific, legal, and academic contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. It reflects formal discourse about standards, regulations, and scientific principles that are considered permanent or fixed.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fixed measureinvariable standardimmutable dimensionconstant measure
Antonyms / Antônimos
changeable measurevariable standardflexible measuremutable dimension

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
medida imutável
Standard usage in formal and legal contexts
Portugal
medida invariável
Alternative phrasing commonly used in European Portuguese
USA English
unchangeable measure
More common in technical, legal, and scientific contexts

Related Words

standardmetricinvariableimmutabledimensionconstant

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the measure of something
beyond measure
in some measure
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