rational
IPA: rˈæʃʌnʌɫ
noun
- (mathematics) A rational number: a number that can be expressed as the quotient of two integers.
- (historical) The breastplate worn by Israelite high priests.
adjective
- 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.
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Examples of "rational" in Sentences
- The above rationalization is funny.
- He rejects rationalism and individualism.
- Rationalizing radicals in the denominator.
- The claim is not a proof but a rationalization.
- The truth is the most logical and rational element.
- Essentially the need is to reduce, not to rationalize.
- Rational pricing underpins the logic of swap valuation.
- Kindly rationalize the reasons for deleting the content.
- As usual your lugubrious posts defy rational thought and logic.
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