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argue logically

[ˈɑːrɡju ˈlɒdʒɪkli]
verb phrase
argumentar logicamente
1. To present reasons or evidence in a logical and reasoned manner to support a position or viewpoint
The lawyer argued logically to prove the defendant's innocence.
O advogado argumentou logicamente para provar a inocência do réu.
2. To engage in debate or discussion using sound reasoning and coherent structure
She argued logically about the benefits of renewable energy.
Ela argumentou logicamente sobre os benefícios da energia renovável.
Synonyms
reason methodicallypresent logicallyargue rationallymake a logical casedebate coherently
Antonyms
argue illogicallyargue emotionallyargue irrationallyreason fallaciously

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
argumentar logicamente
most common usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
argumentar logicamente
standard formal usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
argumentar logicamente
formal academic and legal contexts; may also use 'discutir logicamente'

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a logical argument
present a case
lay out one's reasoning
build a logical case
reason through
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