well-documented sources

[wel ˈdɑːkjəmentɪd ˈsɔːrsɪz]
noun phrase
fontes bem documentadas
1. reliable and credible sources of information that have clear evidence, citations, and supporting materials to verify their accuracy and authenticity
The research paper relies on well-documented sources from peer-reviewed journals and government databases.
O artigo de pesquisa se baseia em fontes bem documentadas de periódicos revisados por pares e bancos de dados governamentais.
2. references or materials where the origin, methodology, and supporting evidence are clearly recorded and traceable
Historians prefer well-documented sources such as official records and contemporary accounts.
Historiadores preferem fontes bem documentadas como registros oficiais e relatos contemporâneos.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, 'well-documented sources' is a cornerstone of credibility. In Brazil, this phrase is particularly emphasized in university research and professional publications. In the USA, it reflects the cultural value placed on transparency and verifiable information, especially in legal, scientific, and journalistic contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reliable sourcescredible referencesverified sourcescited sourcesauthenticated materials
Antonyms / Antônimos
undocumented sourcesunreliable sourcesunverified sourceshearsayanonymous sources

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fontes bem documentadas
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
fontes bem documentadas / fontes com boa documentação
Common in business and academic environments
Rio de Janeiro
fontes bem documentadas
Standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
fontes bem documentadas / fontes devidamente documentadas
Slightly more formal tone preferred in European Portuguese

Related Words

documentationcitationbibliographycredibilityverificationprimary sourcessecondary sources

Related Idioms & Phrases

backed by well-documented sources
grounded in well-documented sources
supported by well-documented sources
cite well-documented sources
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