rational (Meaning)
rational (n)
an integer or a fraction
rational (a)
consistent with or based on or using reason
capable of being expressed as a quotient of integers
rational (s)
of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind
having its source in or being guided by the intellect (as distinguished from experience or emotion)
rational (a.)
Relating to the reason; not physical; mental.
Having reason, or the faculty of reasoning; endowed with reason or understanding; reasoning.
Agreeable to reason; not absurd, preposterous, extravagant, foolish, fanciful, or the like; wise; judicious; as, rational conduct; a rational man.
Expressing the type, structure, relations, and reactions of a compound; graphic; -- said of formulae. See under Formula.
rational (n.)
A rational being.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rational
rational Sentence Examples
- The rational choice was to invest in a diversified portfolio to reduce risk.
- The politician's irrational behavior undermined their credibility.
- The decision to quit was not based on rational thinking.
- The patient's rational fears kept them from seeking medical attention.
- The rationalization for the unpopular decision was unconvincing.
- The irrational belief in superstition persisted despite all evidence to the contrary.
- Rational analysis showed that the benefits outweighed the risks.
- The irrational obsession with cleanliness led to a debilitating disorder.
- The rationalist philosopher emphasized the importance of reason and logic.
- The rational discussion allowed for a constructive exchange of ideas.
FAQs About the word rational
an integer or a fraction, consistent with or based on or using reason, of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind, capable of being expressed as a q
thinking, reasonable, reasoning,intelligent, mental, analytical,logical, analytic, cognitive, highbrow
unthinking, irrational,irrational, nonrational, nonrational, unthinking, unintelligent, unreasonable, unreasoning, unreasoning
The rational choice was to invest in a diversified portfolio to reduce risk.
The politician's irrational behavior undermined their credibility.
The decision to quit was not based on rational thinking.
The patient's rational fears kept them from seeking medical attention.
