convincing arguments

[kənˈvɪnsɪŋ ˈɑːrɡjuːmənts]
noun phrase
argumentos convincentes
1. statements or reasons presented to persuade someone that something is true or correct, delivered in a compelling and persuasive manner
The lawyer presented convincing arguments to prove the defendant's innocence.
O advogado apresentou argumentos convincentes para provar a inocência do réu.
2. evidence or reasoning that effectively influences belief or opinion through logical or emotional appeal
Her convincing arguments about climate change swayed the skeptical panel.
Seus argumentos convincentes sobre mudanças climáticas convenceram o painel cético.
In Brazilian business culture, presenting 'argumentos convincentes' is essential in negotiations and formal presentations. Americans and Brazilians alike value logical, well-structured persuasive arguments in professional settings, though Brazilians may emphasize relationship-building alongside the arguments themselves.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
persuasive argumentscompelling reasoningstrong argumentscredible evidencepowerful arguments
Antonyms / Antônimos
weak argumentsunconvincing reasoningflimsy excusesunpersuasive claims

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
argumentos convincentes
most common and widely used term
São Paulo
argumentos convincentes / argumentos persuasivos
both terms are equally used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
argumentos que convencem
more colloquial phrasing sometimes preferred
Portugal
argumentos convincentes
identical to Brazilian Portuguese; formal business and academic usage

Related Words

persuadeevidencereasoningdebaterhetoricproof

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a convincing case
present convincing arguments
hard to argue with
win someone over with arguments
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