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Definition reason in British English

reason verb

verb
/ˈriːz(ə)n/
1

to make a particular judgment after you have thought about the facts of a situation in an intelligent and sensible way

Example

We reasoned that they would not dare leave before dark.

Synonyms and related words
consider plan think out
2

to have the ability to think in an intelligent way, make sensible decisions, and form clear arguments

Synonyms and related words
consider plan think out
Definition reason in British English