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rational

🇬🇧 UK/'ræʃәnl/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

adj.

Based on reason and logic; sensible and sound in thinking

理性的,合理的,明智的

n.

A number that can be expressed as a ratio of two integers

有理数

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
rationreckoned, calculated, fixed, valid
+
alrelating to, having the nature of
=rational

Common Collocations

  • 1.rational thinking理性思维
  • 2.rational decision理性决策
  • 3.rational explanation合理解释
  • 4.perfectly rational完全合理的

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A rational approach to the problem helped the team find an effective solution.

  • 2.

    It's hard to make rational decisions when you're overwhelmed by emotions.

  • 3.

    The scientist presented a rational explanation for the unexpected experimental results.

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