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reliable answer

[rɪˈlaɪəbəl ˈænsər]
noun phrasepl: reliable answers
resposta confiável
1. An answer or response that can be trusted to be accurate, consistent, and dependable
The scientist provided a reliable answer to the research question based on extensive testing.
O cientista forneceu uma resposta confiável à questão de pesquisa baseada em testes extensivos.
2. Information or a solution that is consistent with facts and can be relied upon for decision-making
We need a reliable answer before proceeding with the project.
Precisamos de uma resposta confiável antes de prosseguir com o projeto.
Synonyms
trustworthy answerdependable responseaccurate answercredible responsesound answer
Antonyms
unreliable answerquestionable responsedoubtful answermisleading response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta confiável
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
resposta confiável
Common in business and academic contexts
Portugal
resposta fidedigna
Fidedigna is more formal in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

get a straight answer
take someone at their word
trust someone's judgment
put stock in something
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