well-controlled
[/wɛl kənˈtroʊld/]
adjective
bem controlado
1. managed or regulated effectively; kept in check or restrained in a proper manner
The patient's diabetes is well-controlled with medication.
O diabetes do paciente está bem controlado com medicação.
2. demonstrating discipline and composure; not showing excessive emotion or behavior
She gave a well-controlled performance despite her nervousness.
Ela deu uma performance bem controlada apesar do nervosismo.
3. maintained in good order; organized and regulated properly
The experiment required well-controlled conditions to ensure accuracy.
O experimento exigiu condições bem controladas para garantir precisão.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian medical and scientific contexts to describe the management of chronic diseases and experimental conditions. In both Brazilian and American English, 'well-controlled' is a standard descriptor in healthcare settings when discussing disease management, medication efficacy, and patient outcomes.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep something well-controlled
maintain well-controlled conditions
a well-controlled environment
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