RATIONALISE
Scrabble letter values: R1A1T1I1O1N1A1L1I1S1E1 = 11
Definition
- verb structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results. — synonyms: rationalize
- verb defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning. — synonyms: apologize, apologise, excuse, rationalize
- verb think rationally. — synonyms: rationalize
- verb remove irrational quantities from. — synonyms: rationalize
- verb weed out unwanted or unnecessary things. — synonyms: cut, prune, rationalize
Examples
- “We rationalized the factory's production and raised profits”
- “rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior”
- “he rationalized his lack of success”