wrong conclusion
[rɔŋ kənˈkluːʒən]
nounpl: wrong conclusions
conclusão errada
1. an incorrect or mistaken final decision or judgment reached after consideration
The detective arrived at a wrong conclusion by ignoring crucial evidence.
O detetive chegou a uma conclusão errada por ignorar evidências cruciais.
2. a false or inaccurate inference or deduction from available information
Drawing a wrong conclusion from incomplete data led to failed experiments.
Tirar uma conclusão errada de dados incompletos levou a experimentos falhados.
3. an erroneous understanding or interpretation of facts or circumstances
Students often reach a wrong conclusion when they misinterpret the question.
Os alunos frequentemente chegam a uma conclusão errada quando interpretam mal a pergunta.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'wrong conclusion' is commonly used in academic, legal, and professional settings. In Brazil, the phrase 'conclusão errada' is standard, while 'conclusão equivocada' is also accepted. The concept is important in critical thinking and logic courses. In American English, the phrase appears frequently in detective stories, scientific discussions, and legal proceedings, reflecting cultural values around evidence-based reasoning and accuracy.
NYC Slang
bad take / wrong call
Related Idioms & Phrases
jump to a wrong conclusion
draw a wrong conclusion
reach a wrong conclusion
come to a wrong conclusion
arrive at a wrong conclusion
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