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vague directive
[/veɪg dɪˈrɛktɪv/]
noun
pl: vague directives
diretiva vaga
1.
An unclear, imprecise, or ambiguous instruction or order that lacks specific details or clear guidance
The manager's vague directive left the team confused about what exactly needed to be done.
A diretiva vaga do gerente deixou o time confuso sobre o que exatamente precisava ser feito.
2.
A command or guideline that is poorly defined and open to multiple interpretations
Without a vague directive like 'improve efficiency,' employees struggle to understand priorities.
Sem uma diretiva vaga como 'melhorar a eficiência', os funcionários têm dificuldade em entender as prioridades.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy instruction; unclear marching orders
Synonyms
ambiguous instruction
unclear order
imprecise directive
fuzzy guideline
Antonyms
clear directive
precise instruction
explicit order
specific guideline
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
diretiva vaga
Standard usage in business and formal contexts
São Paulo
orientação vaga
Common alternative in corporate environments
Portugal
directiva vaga
European Portuguese spelling; 'orientação imprecisa' also used
Related Idioms & Phrases
beating around the bush
not setting clear expectations
leaving things up in the air
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