RATIONALISING
(verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Rationalising.
Rationalising - 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 was rationalising her decision to quit her job by listing all the advantages of being self-employed."
"He tried rationalising his excessive spending by convincing himself that he deserved it after a long week."
"The company was rationalising its operations to cut costs and improve efficiency."
"Sarah was rationalising her fear of flying by studying statistics on airplane safety."
"The politician was accused of rationalising his unethical actions by claiming it was for the greater good."
Word Game Points
Is RATIONALISING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rationalising is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RATIONALISING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is RATIONALISING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rationalising is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRATIONALISING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is RATIONALISING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rationalising is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRATIONALISING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
