RATIONALISES
(verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Rationalises.
Rationalises - 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
"He rationalises his behavior by saying that everyone does it."
"She always rationalises her mistakes by blaming others."
"The company rationalises its expenses to increase profits."
"She rationalises her procrastination by claiming she works better under pressure."
"The teacher rationalises the difficult concept to the students."
Word Game Points
Is RATIONALISES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rationalises is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RATIONALISES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is RATIONALISES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rationalises is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRATIONALISES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is RATIONALISES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rationalises is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRATIONALISES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
