rationale (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌræʃəˈnɑːli/
Definition
The fundamental reasons or principles that justify a course of action, belief, or policy.
Examples
The rationale behind the decision to close the factory was a significant drop in demand.
We need to understand the rationale for this change before we can accept it.
Her rationale for studying medicine was a desire to help people in her community.
How to Use rationale
- rationale for (prepositional phrase)
- The reasons or principles that justify something. — "The rationale for the new security measures is to prevent unauthorized access."
- rationale behind (prepositional phrase)
- The underlying reasons or principles that explain something. — "We discussed the rationale behind the company's decision to merge."
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