Adjective
rational
Pronunciation: [ˌʁat͡si̯oˈnaːl]
rational
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Meanings
Adjective
- rational
Example sentence
In dieser Lage fiel es ihm schwer, rational zu bleiben.
In this situation he found it hard to stay rational.
Word forms
rational
Usage
- eine rationale Entscheidung — a decision based on reason
- rational / emotional — guided by reasoning versus by feelings
Für ihre Wahl gab sie eine rationale Begründung.
She gave a rational explanation for her choice.