Definition

The quality of being fair, sensible, and logical in decisions or actions.

Example

The reasonableness of her request made it easy for the manager to approve it.

Conversation

I think we should consider the reasonableness of our plans before proceeding.

Absolutely, it's important to make sure we're being realistic.

Yeah, sometimes we get too excited and forget to think things through.

True! A little reasonableness goes a long way in making good decisions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reasonableness → It is formed from "reason" (from Latin *ratio*, meaning a calculation or reasoning) and "-able" (meaning capable of) and "-ness" (meaning the state of). The word "reasonableness" refers to the state of being capable of reasoning or having sound judgment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'reason' as the ability to think logically, and when you add '-able' (capable of) and '-ness' (the state of), it helps you remember that 'reasonableness' means the state of being capable of sound reasoning.

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