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Definition rational in British English

rational adjective

adjective
/ˈræʃ(ə)nəl/

▪ approach, argument, choice, decision, explanation, hypothesis, thought

Example

There didn't seem to be any rational explanation for his actions.

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Your choice was perfectly rational under the circumstances.

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a rational approach to the problem

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2

thinking about what you do in a calm way, and making sensible and intelligent decisions

Example

Let's try to discuss this like rational human beings.

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Calm down and try to be rational.

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Definition rational in British English