poor answer

[pɔr ˈænsər]
noun phrasepl: poor answers
resposta inadequada / resposta fraca / resposta insatisfatória
1. An answer that is unsatisfactory, incorrect, incomplete, or does not adequately address the question
His poor answer to the interview question cost him the job.
Sua resposta inadequada à pergunta da entrevista o custou o trabalho.
2. A response that lacks quality, clarity, or sufficient information
The student received a low grade for providing a poor answer on the exam.
O aluno recebeu uma nota baixa por dar uma resposta fraca na prova.
3. An ineffective or unhelpful solution to a problem
Ignoring the issue is a poor answer to the growing conflict.
Ignorar o problema é uma resposta insatisfatória para o conflito crescente.
In American educational and professional contexts, 'poor answer' is frequently used in evaluative settings such as exams, interviews, and presentations. In Brazil, this phrase is common in academic discussions and feedback contexts. The term reflects the value placed on clear communication and accurate information in both cultures.
NYC Slang
trash answer / wack answer / that ain't it
Synonyms / Sinônimos
weak answerinadequate responseunsatisfactory answerincorrect answerbad answersubstandard response
Antonyms / Antônimos
good answerexcellent responsesatisfactory answercorrect answerperfect answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
resposta inadequada / resposta fraca
Most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
resposta ruim / resposta fraca
More casual, colloquial usage
São Paulo
resposta insatisfatória / resposta inadequada
Tends toward more formal business and academic language
Portugal
resposta deficiente / resposta insuficiente
European Portuguese tends to use 'deficiente' and 'insuficiente' more frequently

Related Words

questionresponsesolutionexplanationclarification

Related Idioms & Phrases

not hitting the mark
missing the point
falling short
not cutting it
off base
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