CEFR B1

rational

adjective

Meaning

Based on facts or reason rather than on feelings or emotion.

Examples

The committee made a rational decision based on the available evidence.
He tried to approach the problem from a more rational perspective.

Synonyms: logical, sensible, reasoned, sound

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rational (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈræʃ.ən.əl/

Definition

Based on facts or reason rather than on feelings or emotion.

Examples

The committee made a rational decision based on the available evidence.
He tried to approach the problem from a more rational perspective.
It's not rational to believe that ghosts are real.

How to Use rational

rational about (prepositional phrase): To be logical and reasonable concerning a particular subject or situation. — "She is very rational about her finances."
rational basis (collocation): A logical or reasonable foundation for something. — "The court found that there was a rational basis for the new law."

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