Definition

In a manner that lacks logic or justification; without any reason or explanation.

Example

He acted reasonlessly, making decisions that confused everyone around him.

Conversation

Why did he get so upset about that movie review?

I don't know, it seemed a bit reasonlessly dramatic to me.

Yeah, I mean, it's just an opinion, right?

Exactly! People react so strongly sometimes for no good reason.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reasonlessly → It is formed from "reason" (from Old French *raison*, meaning a cause or explanation) and "-less" (meaning without) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "reasonlessly" means in a manner that is without reason or justification.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'cause or explanation' ('reason') — that's why reasonlessly means acting without justification.

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