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convincing account

[kənˈvɪnsɪŋ əˈkaʊnt]
noun phrasepl: convincing accounts
relato convincente
1. A detailed narrative or report that is persuasive and credible, presented in a way that compels belief or acceptance
The witness provided a convincing account of the events that occurred that evening.
A testemunha forneceu um relato convincente dos eventos que ocorreram naquela noite.
2. A narrative explanation that is difficult to doubt or question due to its coherence and clarity
His convincing account of his whereabouts cleared him of suspicion.
Seu relato convincente sobre seu paradeiro o isentou de suspeita.
Synonyms
credible narrativepersuasive storyplausible explanationcompelling accountbelievable report
Antonyms
unconvincing accountimplausible narrativedubious explanationquestionable report

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
relato convincente
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
relato convincente
Common in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
relato convincente
Preferred in business and legal contexts
Portugal
relato convincente
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

ring true
hold water
stand up to scrutiny
make a case
paint a picture
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