consequent answer

[ˈkɒnsɪkwənt ˈɑːnsər]
noun phrasepl: consequent answers
resposta consequente
1. A response or reply that logically follows from or is directly related to a preceding statement, question, or argument
Given the premises of the debate, his consequent answer was the only logical conclusion.
Dadas as premissas do debate, sua resposta consequente foi a única conclusão lógica.
2. An answer that demonstrates understanding and appropriately addresses the question posed
The student provided a consequent answer to the complex mathematics problem.
O aluno forneceu uma resposta consequente ao problema complexo de matemática.
This term is primarily used in academic, legal, and formal professional contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It emphasizes the importance of logical reasoning and coherent communication in intellectual discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
logical answercoherent responseappropriate replyreasoned answerpertinent response
Antonyms / Antônimos
inconsequent answerillogical responseirrelevant replyincoherent answernon sequitur

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta consequente
Standard usage in academic and formal contexts
São Paulo
resposta coerente
Often preferred alternative in business communication
Portugal
resposta consequente
Used in formal and legal contexts

Related Words

consequencelogical reasoningcoherencepertinencerelevance

Related Idioms & Phrases

to follow suit
to make sense
to connect the dots
logical progression
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