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- pronunciation:
- rae
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nael
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
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definition 1: |
a fundamental reason for doing or being; basis.
The attack on the naval base provided the rationale for going to war.- synonyms:
- base, basis, foundation, grounds, purpose, reason
- similar words:
- argument, cause, explanation, footing, occasion, pretext, support
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definition 2: |
an argument, statement, or sequence of logical steps amounting to an explanation or justification.
Is there a rationale for this law?- synonyms:
- argument, justification, reason, reasoning, warrant
- similar words:
- case, cause, excuse, explanation, grounds, logic, principle, theory, thesis
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related words: |
ideology, intention, purpose |
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