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.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
justified answerlogical responsewell-reasoned replysubstantiated answerevidence-based response
Antonyms / Antônimos
emotional responseimpulsive answerunfounded replybaseless answergut reaction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta fundamentada
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
resposta bem pensada
Colloquial alternative meaning 'well-thought answer'
São Paulo
resposta justificada
Emphasis on justification and formal business contexts
Portugal
resposta fundamentada
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also used in academic and legal contexts

Related Words

reasoninglogicjustificationevidenceargumentationrational thinking

Related Idioms & Phrases

to back up one's answer
to stand by one's reasoning
to give a straight answer
to answer with facts
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