The rationality



Example: The rationality of his decision surprised everyone in the meeting.

Definition


"The rationality" refers to the quality or state of being based on clear, logical reasoning and sound judgment. It involves the ability to think coherently, make decisions grounded in facts, and act in a way that is consistent with reason rather than emotion or impulse.

Etymology


"The rationality" derives from the Latin word 'rationalitas,' which comes from 'rationalis,' meaning 'reasonable' or 'having reason.' This root links to 'ratio,' meaning 'reason' or 'calculation.' Did you know? The concept of rationality has been central to philosophy since ancient times, particularly in the works of Aristotle.

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"The rationality" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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