unconvincingly

Thân thiện

He argued unconvincingly, shifting his weight and avoiding eye contact.

Definition

Adverb: In a manner that fails to make someone believe that something is true or valid; not persuasively or credibly.

Usage

The adverb "unconvincingly" is used to describe how an action, typically involving communication or performance, is carried out. It modifies verbs to indicate that the action was done without producing belief or acceptance.

Examples

• The politician unconvincingly denied the allegations, avoiding eye contact with the reporters.
• She smiled unconvincingly, trying to hide her disappointment.
• The actor portrayed the hero's courage unconvincingly, making the character seem weak.

Advanced Usage

• In Formal or Critical Analysis: Used to critique arguments, performances, or evidence.
  • The study's conclusions were presented unconvincingly, lacking sufficient data.
• To Describe Manner or Demeanor: Often paired with verbs related to expression, assertion, or defense.
  • He laughed unconvincingly at the joke he didn't understand.

Variants and Related Words

• Unconvincing (Adjective): Not convincing.
  • He gave an unconvincing excuse for his lateness.
• Convincingly (Adverb): (Antonym) In a convincing manner.
  • She argued her point convincingly.

Synonyms

• Implausibly
• Incredibly
• Weakly
• Ineffectively

Antonyms

• Convincingly
• Persuasively
• Credibly
• Effectively

Related Phrases

• To protest unconvincingly: To object or express dissent in a way that seems insincere or weak.
  • "It wasn't my fault," he protested unconvincingly.
• To argue unconvincingly: To put forward reasons for or against something in a manner that fails to persuade.
  • The lawyer argued unconvincingly for his client's innocence.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an unconvincing manner
   • he argued unconvincingly