flawed answer

[/flɔːd ˈænsər/]
noun phrasepl: flawed answers
resposta com falhas
1. A response or solution that contains errors, mistakes, or logical inconsistencies that undermine its validity or accuracy
The student's flawed answer on the math exam showed a misunderstanding of the formula.
A resposta com falhas do aluno na prova de matemática mostrou uma compreensão incorreta da fórmula.
2. An explanation or answer that lacks completeness or contains defects in reasoning
His flawed answer to the philosophical question was based on incomplete premises.
Sua resposta com falhas à pergunta filosófica foi baseada em premissas incompletas.
In both English and Portuguese-speaking contexts, 'flawed answer' is commonly used in academic and professional settings when evaluating responses. In Brazil, it's frequently heard in educational environments, while in Portugal, more formal terminology is preferred. The concept emphasizes the importance of accuracy and logical reasoning in problem-solving across cultures.
NYC Slang
busted answer
Synonyms / Sinônimos
incorrect answerdefective responseerroneous answerfaulty responseimperfect answer
Antonyms / Antônimos
correct answeraccurate responseperfect answerflawless answervalid response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta com falhas
standard formal usage
General Brazilian
resposta errada
more colloquial alternative
Portugal
resposta defeituosa
formal European Portuguese preference
São Paulo
resposta furada
informal slang usage

Related Words

errormistakefaultdefectinaccuracyinconsistency

Related Idioms & Phrases

full of holes
doesn't hold water
has cracks in it
riddled with errors
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