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questionable source

[ˈkwɛs.tʃən.ə.bəl ˈsɔrs]
nounpl: questionable sources
fonte questionável
1. A source of information whose reliability, credibility, or authenticity is doubtful or uncertain
The article cited a questionable source, which made the entire argument less convincing.
O artigo citou uma fonte questionável, o que tornou todo o argumento menos convincente.
2. An origin of data or evidence that lacks proper documentation, verification, or established reputation
Wikipedia can be a questionable source for academic papers because anyone can edit it.
A Wikipédia pode ser uma fonte questionável para trabalhos acadêmicos porque qualquer pessoa pode editá-la.
NYC Slang
sketchy source
Synonyms
unreliable sourcedubious sourceunverified sourcesuspect source
Antonyms
reliable sourcecredible sourceauthoritative sourcetrustworthy source

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fonte questionável
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese, commonly used in academic and journalistic contexts
Portugal
fonte questionável
Standard usage in European Portuguese, equivalent terminology
General Brazilian
fonte duvidosa
Alternative expression emphasizing doubt or suspicion
Portugal
fonte suspeita
Alternative expression emphasizing suspicion or unreliability

Related Idioms & Phrases

take with a grain of salt
fonte de informação duvidosa
não vale a pena confiar
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