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weak narrative

[/wiːk ˈnærətɪv/]
nounpl: weak narratives
narrativa fraca
1. A story or account that lacks compelling development, coherent structure, or persuasive elements
The film suffered from a weak narrative that failed to engage the audience.
O filme sofreu com uma narrativa fraca que não conseguiu engajar o público.
2. A storyline characterized by inconsistent plot progression, underdeveloped characters, or unclear motivation
Critics argued the book had a weak narrative that made it difficult to follow the protagonist's journey.
Os críticos argumentaram que o livro tinha uma narrativa fraca que dificultava acompanhar a jornada do protagonista.
3. An unconvincing or poorly constructed explanation or account of events
The defendant's weak narrative about his whereabouts raised suspicions.
A narrativa fraca do réu sobre seu paradeiro levantou suspeitas.
Synonyms
poor storytellingflawed narrativeunconvincing storyunderdeveloped plot
Antonyms
strong narrativecompelling storywell-crafted narrativeengaging storyline

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
narrativa fraca
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
narrativa fraca
Common in literary and film criticism
Portugal
narrativa débil
Alternative form used in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

a story that doesn't hold water
a narrative that falls flat
unconvincing tale
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