feeble arguments

[/ˈfiːbəl ˈɑːrɡjuːmənts/]
noun phrase
argumentos fracos
1. weak, unconvincing, or poorly reasoned points presented in support of a position or claim
His feeble arguments for the policy change failed to convince the board members.
Seus argumentos fracos em favor da mudança de política não conseguiram convencer os membros da diretoria.
2. statements or reasoning that lack strength, substance, or logical support
The defense presented only feeble arguments, which weakened their case considerably.
A defesa apresentou apenas argumentos fracos, o que enfraqueceu consideravelmente seu caso.
In Brazilian business and academic contexts, 'argumentos fracos' is commonly used to critique proposals or academic work. In the USA, this phrase is frequently used in political discourse, legal arguments, and everyday debates. The concept reflects cultural values around logic and persuasive reasoning in both English and Portuguese-speaking communities.
NYC Slang
weak sauce / that ain't it, chief
Synonyms / Sinônimos
weak argumentsunconvincing argumentslame argumentsflimsy argumentspoor arguments
Antonyms / Antônimos
strong argumentscompelling argumentsconvincing argumentspowerful argumentssolid arguments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
argumentos fracos
Standard term used in most Brazilian contexts, from formal to informal
Rio de Janeiro
argumentos fracos / argumentação fraca
Common usage; may also use 'argumentos moles' in casual speech
São Paulo
argumentos fracos
Standard usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
argumentos débeis / argumentação fraca
Portuguese preference for 'débeis' over 'fracos' in formal contexts

Related Words

reasoninglogicpersuasiondebateevidenceclaim

Related Idioms & Phrases

not hold water
fall on deaf ears
miss the mark
não convencer ninguém
não ter pé nem cabeça
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