Vocabulary Entry

rationalise

|verb • noun

verb

To make sense of something by explaining or justifying it logically.

Example Sentences

"She tried to rationalise her decision to move to another city."

"It's not easy to rationalise the expenses when they seem excessive."

"He struggled to rationalise his feelings after the breakup."

noun

Example Sentences

"Her rationalisation of the situation helped her cope better."

"The professor discussed the rationalisation of theories in science."

"His rationalisation was not convincing to his peers."