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verifiable answer

[ˈvɛrɪfaɪəbəl ˈænsər]
nounpl: verifiable answers
resposta verificável
1. An answer or response that can be proven true, confirmed, or validated through evidence, facts, or objective methods
The scientist provided a verifiable answer to the research question using empirical data.
O cientista forneceu uma resposta verificável à questão de pesquisa usando dados empíricos.
2. A response that is capable of being checked or tested for accuracy and authenticity
In court, the witness must provide verifiable answers supported by credible evidence.
Em tribunal, a testemunha deve fornecer respostas verificáveis apoiadas por provas confiáveis.
Synonyms
confirmable answertestable answerprovable answersubstantiated answerfactual answervalidated response
Antonyms
unverifiable answerunconfirmable responseunprovable answerspeculative answervague answer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta verificável
Standard usage in formal and academic contexts
São Paulo
resposta comprovável
Common alternative emphasizing provability
Portugal
resposta verificável
Standard usage, may also use 'resposta confirmável'

Related Idioms & Phrases

put your money where your mouth is
back up your claims
proof in the pudding
show your work
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