Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

RATIONALISE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Rationalise.

Rationalise - as a verb

Structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results

Example: "We rationalized the factory's production and raised profits"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationalize

Defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning

Example: "Rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apologiseapologizeexcuserationalize
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defendfend forsupport
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Think rationally; employ logic or reason

Example: "When one wonders why one is doing certain things, one should rationalize"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationalize

Remove irrational quantities from

Example: "This function can be rationalized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationalize

Weed out unwanted or unnecessary things

Example: "We had to lose weight, so we cut the sugar from our diet"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cutprunerationalize

Example Sentences

"She tried to rationalise her fear of flying by reminding herself of the statistically low chances of an accident occurring."
"The manager had to rationalise the company's budget in order to cut costs."
"He tried to rationalise his decision to quit his job by focusing on the potential for personal growth."
"The politician attempted to rationalise his controversial stance on the issue during the debate."
"They had to rationalise their product offerings to align with customer demands."
View more

Word Game Points

Is RATIONALISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rationalise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RATIONALISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is RATIONALISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rationalise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RATIONALISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is RATIONALISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rationalise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RATIONALISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen