rationale

IPA: ræʃʌnˈæɫ

An explanation of the basis or fundamental reasons for something.
A justification or rationalization for something.
(rare, religion) A liturgical vestment worn by some Christian bishops of various denominations.

Examples of "rationale" in Sentences

It is just another rationale from the Party of NO! for doing nothing.
He says his main rationale is that it provides justice for the victim's family.
My rationale is as follows - there are lots of grain fields in this area so deer can get fat.
Surely, 'Laughably' would be more apt given the report's rationale (I use the term rationale loosely).
The rationale is that renters become home buyers when it makes economic sense to own rather than rent.
To develop so strong a brand on so conspicuously threadbare a rationale is hugely creative – revolutionary even.
Of these, the first three have more or less been OK moving to Santa Monica (well, at least the rationale is there).