correct argument

[kəˈrekt ˈɑːrɡjumənt]
nounpl: correct arguments
argumento correto
1. A logical or reasoned statement that is factually accurate, valid in its reasoning, and properly supports its conclusion
The lawyer presented a correct argument that proved the defendant's innocence.
O advogado apresentou um argumento correto que provou a inocência do réu.
2. In logic and mathematics, a proposition or set of premises that validly leads to a true conclusion
The mathematician's correct argument demonstrated the theorem through rigorous proof.
O argumento correto do matemático demonstrou o teorema através de uma prova rigorosa.
3. A sound, well-reasoned position in a debate or discussion that addresses counterpoints effectively
Despite the heated debate, she maintained a correct argument based on verified data.
Apesar do debate acalorado, ela manteve um argumento correto baseado em dados verificados.
In both Brazilian and American academic and professional contexts, the ability to construct and present a 'correct argument' is highly valued in educational settings, legal proceedings, and business negotiations. This phrase is formal and objective in nature, commonly used in rhetorical, logical, and scientific discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
valid argumentsound argumentlogical argumentwell-reasoned argumentcompelling argument
Antonyms / Antônimos
fallacious argumentinvalid argumentweak argumentflawed argumentincorrect argument

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
argumento correto
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
argumento correto
Used in academic and professional settings
Rio de Janeiro
argumento correto
Common in legal and journalistic discourse
Portugal
argumento correto
Standard Portuguese usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

logicreasoningevidencepremiseconclusionvaliditysoundness

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a correct argument
present a correct argument
stand on correct argument
build a correct argument
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