unwarranted reply
[/ʌnˈwɔrəntɪd rɪˈplaɪ/]
noun phrasepl: unwarranted replies
resposta injustificada
1. A response that is not justified, called for, or authorized; an answer given without proper basis or reason
His unwarranted reply to the innocent question made everyone uncomfortable.
Sua resposta injustificada à pergunta inocente deixou todos desconfortáveis.
2. A response that exceeds what was asked or expected; an answer that goes beyond appropriate bounds
The unwarranted reply revealed more personal information than was necessary.
A resposta injustificada revelou mais informações pessoais do que o necessário.
3. A defensive or aggressive response given without sufficient provocation or cause
She regretted her unwarranted reply to her colleague's simple suggestion.
Ela se arrependeu de sua resposta injustificada à simples sugestão de seu colega.
In Brazilian communication culture, an 'unwarranted reply' is often viewed as disrespectful and a breach of social harmony. In American contexts, it may be seen as overly defensive or passive-aggressive. The phrase is commonly used in professional and educational settings to criticize responses that lack appropriate justification or context.
NYC Slang
unwarranted comeback; uncalled-for clap-back
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