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RATIONALIZE Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word rationalize. (exact relations)
There are 23 hypernyms of the word rationalize. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for RATIONALIZE

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1excuse
verb, nounv, n
2defend
verbv
3explain
verbv
4justify
verbv
5validate
verbv
6vindicate
verbv
7rationalise
verbv
8apologise
verbv
9apologize
verbv
10cut
verb, nounv, n
11prune
verb, nounv, n

Best Hypernyms For RATIONALIZE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for rationalize, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (20)
defend support alter cerebrate change cogitate eliminate excuse explain extinguish justify legitimize modify organise organize rationalise substantiate think validate vindicate
Phrases (3)
do away withfend forget rid of

Alternatives for EXCUSE

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