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wavering system

[ˈweɪvərɪŋ ˈsɪstəm]
nounpl: wavering systems
sistema vacilante
1. A system or mechanism that is unstable, inconsistent, or lacks firmness in its operation or decision-making
The company's wavering system of management led to confusion among employees.
O sistema vacilante de gestão da empresa causou confusão entre os funcionários.
2. In technical contexts, a system that exhibits fluctuation, oscillation, or instability in performance or output
The wavering system of the old machinery required constant adjustments.
O sistema vacilante da maquinaria antiga exigia ajustes constantes.
Synonyms
unstable systemfluctuating systeminconsistent systemoscillating systemunreliable system
Antonyms
stable systemconsistent systemreliable systemsteady systemfixed system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema vacilante
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
sistema instável
Preferred in technical and business contexts
Portugal
sistema vacilante
Standard European Portuguese usage

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