illogical stances

[/ɪˈlɑːdʒɪkəl ˈstænsɪz/]
noun phrasefemininepl: illogical stances
posições ilógicas
1. Positions, attitudes, or viewpoints that lack rational basis or logical consistency; statements or beliefs that contradict reason or established facts
The politician's illogical stances on climate change confused his supporters.
As posições ilógicas do político sobre mudanças climáticas confundiram seus apoiadores.
2. Contradictory or unreasonable standpoints taken in arguments or debates
Her illogical stances made it difficult to have a productive conversation.
Suas posições ilógicas tornaram difícil ter uma conversa produtiva.
In both Brazilian and American discourse, 'illogical stances' is commonly used in political debates, academic discussions, and social media criticism. Brazilians may use 'sem pé nem cabeça' (without foot or head) as an idiomatic equivalent to describe something similarly nonsensical.
NYC Slang
that ain't making no sense; talking nonsense; that's whack logic
Synonyms / Sinônimos
irrational positionsunreasonable stancescontradictory viewpointsnonsensical attitudesfallacious positions
Antonyms / Antônimos
logical positionsrational stancesreasonable viewpointssound argumentscoherent positions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
posições ilógicas
Most common translation, formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
posições sem lógica
More colloquial variant
São Paulo
posturas ilógicas
Alternative using 'posturas' (attitudes/postures)
Portugal
posições ilógicas
Same as Brazil; 'atitudes incoerentes' also used

Related Words

logical fallacycognitive dissonanceinconsistencyrationalityreasonableness

Related Idioms & Phrases

doesn't add up
doesn't hold water
barking up the wrong tree
missing the point
caught in a contradiction
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