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answer reasonably

[/ˈænsər ˈriːzənəbli/]
verb phrase
responder de forma razoável
1. To respond to a question or statement in a manner that is logical, fair, or sensible
The witness was asked to answer reasonably during the interrogation.
Pediu-se à testemunha que respondesse de forma razoável durante o interrogatório.
2. To provide a response that addresses the question adequately without being extreme or excessive
She tried to answer reasonably despite the provocative nature of the question.
Ela tentou responder de forma razoável apesar da natureza provocativa da pergunta.
Synonyms
answer sensiblyrespond logicallyanswer fairlyrespond appropriatelyanswer in good faith
Antonyms
answer unreasonablyrespond irrationallyanswer evasivelyrespond emotionallyanswer dishonestly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
responder de forma razoável
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
responder de maneira razoável
Slight preference for 'maneira' over 'forma' in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

answer in good conscience
give a straight answer
answer with reason
respond with common sense
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