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glib response

[/ɡlɪb rɪˈspɑːns/]
nounpl: glib responses
resposta superficial
1. A quick, smooth, and often insincere or superficial reply that lacks depth or genuine consideration
His glib response to the serious question disappointed everyone in the room.
Sua resposta superficial à pergunta séria decepcionou todos na sala.
2. A pat answer delivered with ease but without thoughtfulness or authenticity
The politician gave a glib response to avoid addressing the real issues.
O político deu uma resposta superficial para evitar abordar as questões reais.
NYC Slang
off-the-cuff answer, BS response
Synonyms
pat answersuperficial replyslick responsefacile responsesmooth talk
Antonyms
thoughtful responsesincere answergenuine replyconsidered response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta superficial; resposta rápida demais
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
resposta de boca
More colloquial expression meaning glibly spoken without substance
Portugal
resposta ligeira; resposta fácil
Emphasis on the lightness or ease of the response

Related Idioms & Phrases

smooth-talking response
tongue-in-cheek answer
give someone the brush-off
empty words
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