rational — based on reason or logic rather than emotions
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: based on reason or logic rather than emotions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈræʃənəl/
Example Sentences
- My mom says buying 50 bags of chips is rational because they were on sale.
- Is it rational to check your phone 100 times a day? Asking for a friend.
- Making a rational choice requires careful consideration of all options.
rational
ADJECTIVE[/ˈræʃənəl/]
based on reason or logic rather than emotions
She made a rational decision after reviewing the facts.
The judge reached a rational conclusion. (REASON + LOGICAL = RATIONAL → based on reason rather than emotion)
When emotions rise, stay rational.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'rationalis' meaning 'of or belonging to reason', derived from 'ratio' meaning 'reason, calculation, or proportion'. The term entered English through Old French and Latin roots during the medieval period.
Breakdown
ratio (reason, calculation) + -al (adjective suffix meaning 'of or relating to') = rational (based on reason or logic)
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📝Examples
“My mom says buying 50 bags of chips is rational because they were on sale.”
“Is it rational to check your phone 100 times a day? Asking for a friend.”
“Making a rational choice requires careful consideration of all options.”
“The rational solution is to divide the work equally among team members.”
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