REASON
Scrabble letter values: R1E1A1S1O1N1 = 6
Definition
- verb decide by reasoning. — synonyms: reason_out, conclude
- verb present reasons and arguments. — synonyms: argue
- verb think logically.
- noun a rational motive for a belief or action. — synonyms: ground
- noun an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon.
- noun the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination. — synonyms: understanding, intellect
- noun the state of having good sense and sound judgment. — synonyms: rationality, reasonableness
- noun a justification for something existing or happening. — synonyms: cause, grounds
- noun a fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion.
Examples
- “draw or come to a conclusion”
- “We reasoned that it was cheaper to rent than to buy a house”
- “The children must learn to reason”