RATIONALISE
(verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Rationalise.
Rationalise - as a verb
Structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results
Example: "We rationalized the factory's production and raised profits"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationalize20Defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
Example: "Rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apologise12apologize21excuse15rationalize20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defend11fend forsupport11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Think rationally; employ logic or reason
Example: "When one wonders why one is doing certain things, one should rationalize"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationalize20Remove irrational quantities from
Example: "This function can be rationalized"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationalize20Weed out unwanted or unnecessary things
Example: "We had to lose weight, so we cut the sugar from our diet"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cut5prune7rationalize20Example Sentences
"She tried to rationalise her fear of flying by reminding herself of the statistically low chances of an accident occurring."
"The manager had to rationalise the company's budget in order to cut costs."
"He tried to rationalise his decision to quit his job by focusing on the potential for personal growth."
"The politician attempted to rationalise his controversial stance on the issue during the debate."
"They had to rationalise their product offerings to align with customer demands."
Word Game Points
Is RATIONALISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rationalise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RATIONALISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is RATIONALISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rationalise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRATIONALISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is RATIONALISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rationalise is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRATIONALISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
