Rational - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈræʃnəl|  American pronunciation of the word rational
Brit.  |ˈræʃ(ə)n(ə)l|  British pronunciation of the word rational

noun

- an integer or a fraction

adjective

- of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind (syn: intellectual, noetic)
the triumph of the rational over the animal side of man
- having its source in or being guided by the intellect (as distinguished from experience or emotion)
a rational analysis

Extra examples

...human beings are rational creatures...

...insisted there was a rational explanation for the strange creaking noises and that there were no such things as ghosts...

Parents need to be fully informed so they can make a rational decision.

I'm sure there's a rational explanation for all this.

It's impossible to have a rational conversation with him.

Culley was quite rational at the time of her baby's death.

Man is a rational animal.

We were too shocked to think rationally.

...idealistic pacifists who thought that tyranny could be toppled by rational argument and mutual understanding...

...unable to mount a rational defense of her position, she unleashed a torrent of obloquy on her opponent...

...even rational, enlightened people have their periapts, which somehow make them feel a little more secure in an uncertain world...

His next measure was perfectly rational and well-judged.

What I'd like us to do is put our cards on the table and discuss the situation in a rational manner.

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