unconvincing logic

[/ˌʌnkənˈvɪnsɪŋ ˈlɑːdʒɪk/]
noun phrasepl: unconvincing logics
lógica pouco convincente
1. reasoning or argumentation that fails to persuade or compel belief due to flawed, weak, or insufficient evidence
His explanation relied on unconvincing logic that contradicted the established facts.
Sua explicação se baseava em uma lógica pouco convincente que contradzia os fatos estabelecidos.
2. a chain of reasoning that appears faulty, illogical, or implausible to the listener or reader
The lawyer's unconvincing logic undermined her credibility in front of the jury.
A lógica pouco convincente da advogada prejudicou sua credibilidade perante o júri.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, unconvincing logic is commonly criticized in academic, legal, and political discourse. In Brazil, the phrase 'lógica furada' (full of holes logic) is frequently used informally. The concept is central to critical thinking education in both cultures and frequently appears in debates, courtroom arguments, and philosophical discussions.
NYC Slang
that don't add up; weak sauce logic
Synonyms / Sinônimos
weak reasoningflawed logicquestionable argumentunconvincing argumentfaulty reasoningunpersuasive logic
Antonyms / Antônimos
convincing logicsound reasoningcompelling argumentpersuasive logicirrefutable logic

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lógica pouco convincente
standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
lógica sem graça
colloquial variation meaning 'unconvincing/unreasonable logic'
São Paulo
argumento fraco
more commonly used in business and academic contexts
Portugal
lógica pouco convincente
formal usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese in standard register

Related Words

logical fallacysophistrycircular reasoningnon sequiturargumentum ad absurdumskepticism

Related Idioms & Phrases

doesn't hold water
full of holes
doesn't stand up to scrutiny
flimsy excuse
that logic has legs (antonym)
makes no rhyme or reason
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