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reasoned argument

[/ˈriːzənd ˈɑːɡjumənt/]
nounpl: reasoned arguments
argumento fundamentado
1. A logical and well-thought-out argument supported by evidence, facts, or rational thinking rather than emotion or opinion
The lawyer presented a reasoned argument based on precedent and legal principles.
O advogado apresentou um argumento fundamentado em precedentes e princípios legais.
2. A discussion or debate where points are made with careful consideration and justification
After a reasoned argument, both parties agreed to compromise.
Após um argumento bem fundamentado, ambas as partes concordaram em fazer concessões.
Synonyms
logical argumentwell-founded argumentrational argumentsubstantiated argumentevidence-based argument
Antonyms
emotional argumentirrational argumentunfounded argumentbaseless claimopinion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
argumento fundamentado
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
argumento bem estruturado
Often emphasizes the structural organization of the argument
Portugal
argumento justificado
Common in European Portuguese legal and academic contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a case for something
lay out an argument
stand on solid ground
have a leg to stand on
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