reasoned answer
[/ˈriːzənd ˈænsər/]
noun phrasepl: reasoned answers
resposta fundamentada
1. A response or reply that is based on logical thinking, evidence, or careful consideration rather than emotion or impulse
The judge requested a reasoned answer to the defendant's claims before making a decision.
O juiz solicitou uma resposta fundamentada às alegações do réu antes de tomar uma decisão.
2. An answer that includes the logic, reasoning, or justification behind the conclusion
Students were asked to provide a reasoned answer explaining their methodology.
Os alunos foram solicitados a fornecer uma resposta fundamentada explicando sua metodologia.
In both American and Brazilian academic and professional contexts, providing a 'reasoned answer' is highly valued in legal proceedings, academic examinations, and formal debates. It demonstrates intellectual rigor and credibility. In Brazil, this phrase is particularly common in judicial decisions (decisões fundamentadas) and academic papers.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →