Reasonable
Example: It is reasonable to ask questions when you don’t understand.
Definition
"Reasonable" in philosophy refers to being guided by or based on good judgment, logic, and rationality. It describes actions, beliefs, or arguments that are fair, sensible, and justifiable, such as when it is reasonable to ask questions to gain understanding.
Etymology
The word "reasonable" comes from the Latin word 'rationabilis,' meaning 'agreeing with reason.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages, evolving to describe what is logical and fair. Did you know? The root 'reason' originally meant 'to calculate' or 'to think,' reflecting the close link between reasoning and rationality.
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"Reasonable" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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