logical inconsistencies

[ˈlɒdʒɪkəl ɪnkənˈsɪstənsiz]
nounfemininepl: logical inconsistencies
inconsistências lógicas
1. Contradictions or conflicts between statements, arguments, or premises that violate the principles of logic
The prosecutor pointed out logical inconsistencies in the defendant's testimony.
O promotor apontou inconsistências lógicas no depoimento do acusado.
2. Situations where two or more propositions cannot both be true at the same time
The theory contained several logical inconsistencies that undermined its credibility.
A teoria continha várias inconsistências lógicas que minavam sua credibilidade.
3. Flaws in reasoning or argumentation that make a conclusion invalid or unreliable
The essay was full of logical inconsistencies that weakened the argument.
O ensaio estava repleto de inconsistências lógicas que enfraqueciam o argumento.
This term is widely used in academic, legal, and business contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it appears frequently in university debates and formal argumentation. In the USA, it is particularly common in law, philosophy, and critical thinking courses. The phrase carries weight in both cultures as a marker of analytical thinking and intellectual rigor.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
contradictionsparadoxesconflictsdiscrepanciesfallaciesincoherence
Antonyms / Antônimos
logical consistencycoherenceconsistencyharmonyagreement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
inconsistências lógicas
Standard usage in academic and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
inconsistências lógicas
Common in educational and professional discourse
São Paulo
inconsistências lógicas
Widely used in business and academic settings
Portugal
inconsistências lógicas
Same usage as Brazil, used in formal and academic contexts

Related Words

logicreasoningcontradictionfallacyargumentcoherencevalidity

Related Idioms & Phrases

to point out logical inconsistencies
riddled with logical inconsistencies
expose logical inconsistencies
glaring logical inconsistencies
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