true response

[/truː rɪˈspɒns/]
noun phrasepl: true responses
resposta verdadeira
1. An accurate, honest, or factually correct answer to a question or stimulus
The true response to the survey question revealed that most employees were dissatisfied.
A resposta verdadeira à pergunta da pesquisa revelou que a maioria dos funcionários estava insatisfeita.
2. In psychology or behavioral science, the actual response an organism makes to a stimulus, as opposed to an expected or predicted response
The researchers documented the true response of the test subjects to the visual stimulus.
Os pesquisadores documentaram a resposta verdadeira dos sujeitos do teste ao estímulo visual.
3. In testing or examinations, the correct answer to a question
The true response was marked on the answer key for verification.
A resposta verdadeira foi marcada na chave de respostas para verificação.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'true response' is primarily used in academic, scientific, and professional settings. In Brazilian Portuguese, the phrase emphasizes accuracy and authenticity, often used in research, psychology, and educational testing. The concept is particularly important in cross-cultural communication and survey research where distinguishing true responses from socially desirable answers is crucial.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
correct answeraccurate responsehonest answerfactual responsegenuine response
Antonyms / Antônimos
false responseincorrect answerdishonest answermisleading responsewrong answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta verdadeira
Standard usage in formal contexts
São Paulo
resposta real
Alternative phrasing commonly used in business and academic settings
Rio de Janeiro
resposta honesta
Emphasis on honesty and sincerity
Portugal
resposta verdadeira
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; slightly more formal tone

Related Words

responseansweraccuracytruthfulnessverificationstimulusfeedback

Related Idioms & Phrases

get to the true response
seek the true response
verify the true response
arrive at the true response
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