rational

IPA: rˈæʃʌnʌɫ

(mathematics) A rational number: a number that can be expressed as the quotient of two integers.
(historical) The breastplate worn by Israelite high priests.

Capable of reasoning.
Logically sound; not self-contradictory or otherwise absurd.
(of a person or personal characteristics) Healthy or balanced intellectually; exhibiting reasonableness.
(mathematics, arithmetic, number theory, not comparable) Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
(mathematics, arithmetic, not comparable) Of an algebraic expression, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two polynomials.
(chemistry) Expressing the type, structure, relations, and reactions of a compound; graphic; said of formulae.
(physics) Expressing a physical object.

Examples of "rational" in Sentences

Your comment was certain "rational" - for an amoeba!
For example, in ˜Socrates is rational,™ ˜rational™ is taken from the form of Socrates, his humanity.
Here the term rational 'apparently points to or expresses a property that distinguishes human beings from other animals.
Whitfield's use of the word "rational" implies that the opponents are consciously aware of their strategy and its consequences.
In a twist of fate, some say they'll be looking to Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.), chief architect of the House bill and a sharp critic of banking excesses, to restore what they call rational discussion.
In a twist of fate, some say they'll be looking to Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.), chief architect of the House bill and a sharp critic of banking excesses, to restore what they call rational discussion. ad_icon
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