inconsistent argumentation
[ɪnkənˈsɪstənt ˌɑːrɡjuːmenˈteɪʃən]
nounpl: inconsistent argumentations
argumentação inconsistente
1. A form of reasoning or debate in which the arguments contradict each other or deviate from established premises, lacking logical coherence
The lawyer's inconsistent argumentation weakened her case when she contradicted her own earlier statements.
A argumentação inconsistente da advogada enfraqueceu seu caso quando ela contradisse suas próprias declarações anteriores.
2. A logical fallacy where a speaker fails to maintain coherent reasoning throughout a discourse or presentation
The politician's inconsistent argumentation confused voters who could not follow his changing positions.
A argumentação inconsistente do político confundiu eleitores que não conseguiam acompanhar suas posições mutáveis.
3. The quality of presenting conflicting or contradictory claims without adequate justification or resolution
Critics pointed out the inconsistent argumentation in the scientific paper, noting multiple contradictions.
Críticos apontaram a argumentação inconsistente no artigo científico, observando múltiplas contradições.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian academic discourse, legal arguments, and media criticism. In the USA, identifying inconsistent argumentation is a key skill in formal debate, critical thinking education, and political discourse analysis. Both cultures value logical consistency as a marker of intellectual credibility.
NYC Slang
weak sauce argument / garbage argument / that don't hold water
Related Idioms & Phrases
blow holes in an argument
have your cake and eat it too
speak out of both sides of your mouth
tie yourself in knots
move the goalposts
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