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well-reasoned argument

[/wɛl ˈrizənd ˈɑrɡjumənt/]
noun phrasepl: well-reasoned arguments
argumento bem fundamentado
1. A logical and coherent presentation of ideas supported by sound evidence and valid reasoning
Her well-reasoned argument convinced the entire panel of judges.
O seu argumento bem fundamentado convenceu todo o painel de juízes.
2. A statement or set of statements intended to support or establish a point through careful, logical thinking
The professor presented a well-reasoned argument for the importance of critical thinking.
O professor apresentou um argumento bem fundamentado sobre a importância do pensamento crítico.
Synonyms
logical argumentsound argumentcompelling argumentsolid argumentcoherent argument
Antonyms
flawed argumentweak argumentillogical argumentfallacious argumentpoorly reasoned argument

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
argumento bem fundamentado
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
argumento bem construído
alternative phrasing occasionally used
São Paulo
argumento bem fundamentado
standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
argumento bem fundamentado
formal standard Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

make a case
stand on solid ground
hold water
have a leg to stand on
speak with authority
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