perverse
adjectiveDeliberately contrary to what is expected or reasonable; also contrary in an unexpected way.
Deliberately contrary
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adjectiveSeeming reasonable or believable, though not established as true.
preposterous
adjectiveAbsurd or contrary to reasonable judgment.
presumably
adverbAccording to what seems reasonable or likely, though not confirmed.
By reasonable assumption
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problematic
adjectivePresenting difficulties, uncertainty, or grounds for concern.
protracted
adjectiveLasting longer than expected or desirable.
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