Raisonnable
Example: Il est raisonnable de prendre une pause après le travail.
Definition
"Raisonnable" describes a person or decision that is guided by good judgment, logic, and sensible thinking. It implies acting with moderation and considering the consequences, as in the phrase: 'Il est raisonnable de prendre une pause après le travail,' meaning it is sensible to take a break after work.
Etymology
The word "raisonnable" comes from the Old French 'raison' meaning reason, which itself derives from the Latin 'ratio,' meaning calculation or reasoning. The suffix '-nable' indicates capability, so "raisonnable" literally means 'capable of reason,' reflecting its association with logic and sound judgment.
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