defensible argument
[dɪˈfɛnsəbəl ˈɑrɡjumənt]
noun phrasepl: defensible arguments
argumento defensável
1. An argument that can be reasonably supported, justified, or maintained against criticism; a position that has valid logical or factual basis
While I disagree with his conclusion, his argument is at least defensible because it relies on established research.
Embora eu discorde de sua conclusão, seu argumento é pelo menos defensável porque se baseia em pesquisas estabelecidas.
2. A claim or position that can be logically sustained even if not universally accepted
The senator presented a defensible argument for the new tax policy during the debate.
O senador apresentou um argumento defensável para a nova política fiscal durante o debate.
This phrase is commonly used in academic, legal, and political discourse in both the United States and Brazil. In American English, emphasizing whether an argument is 'defensible' reflects the importance placed on logical reasoning and evidence-based debate in professional settings. In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking contexts, 'argumento defensável' is similarly valued in academic discussions, legal arguments, and formal debates, representing the ability to sustain a position through rational discourse.
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