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respond logically

[rɪˈspɒnd ˈlɒdʒɪkli]
verb phrase
responder logicamente
1. to answer or react to something in a way that follows rational thinking and sound reasoning
When faced with criticism, she always tries to respond logically rather than emotionally.
Quando confrontada com críticas, ela sempre tenta responder logicamente em vez de emocionalmente.
2. to provide a reasoned answer based on facts and evidence
The scientist was able to respond logically to all the questions posed by the committee.
O cientista conseguiu responder logicamente a todas as perguntas feitas pela comissão.
Synonyms
answer rationallyreply sensiblyrespond reasonablythink through and answer
Antonyms
respond emotionallyreact impulsivelyanswer irrationallyrespond hastily

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
responder logicamente
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
responder de forma lógica
alternative phrasing commonly used
Portugal
responder de modo lógico
European Portuguese variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

use your head
think before you speak
keep a cool head
use logic over emotion
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