Word Type

Verb

The word "rationalize" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

backward rationalize overrationalize rationalisation rationalizability rationalizable rationalization rationalizer rerationalize

Derived From

rational

Context

mathematics

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

alter cerebrate change cogitate defend do away with eliminate extinguish fend for get rid of modify organise organize support think

Narrower Terms (Hyponyms)

euhemerize

Manner Of

change organize think

Related Terms

behaviour efficient equation expression illogical immoral justify modern principle radical rational root scientific structure systematic value

Synonym Network

apologize cut

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