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Topic: Philosophy

rationalizable

IPA: /ˈræʃənəˌzaɪbəl/

KK: /ˈræʃənəˌzaɪbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be explained or justified in a logical way.

Example: The decision was rationalizable based on the available evidence.

rationalization

IPA: /ˌræʃənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌræʃənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of explaining or justifying something in a logical way, often to make it seem more acceptable or reasonable.

Example: His rationalization for being late was that he had missed the bus.

rationalize

IPA: /ˈræʃ.ən.ə.laɪz/

KK: /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To think or explain something in a logical way, often to justify or make sense of it.

Example: She tried to rationalize her decision to leave the job.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more reasonable or logical, often by explaining it in a way that makes it seem acceptable or justifiable.

Example: She tried to rationalize her decision to leave the job by saying it was for her own well-being.

rationalizer

IPA: /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪzər/

KK: /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person who explains or justifies their actions or beliefs using logical reasoning, often to make them seem more acceptable or reasonable.

Example: He was a rationalizer, always finding logical explanations for his decisions, even when they seemed questionable.

rationally

IPA: /ˈræʃənəli/

KK: /ˈræʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is based on reason or logic rather than emotions or feelings.

Example: She approached the problem rationally, considering all the facts before making a decision.

rationalness

IPA: /ˈræʃənləs/

KK: /ˈræʃənləs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being reasonable and logical in thinking or decision-making.

Example: Her rationalness helped her make sound decisions during the crisis.

realisation

IPA: /ˌriːəˈlaɪzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːəˈlaɪzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of becoming aware of something or understanding it clearly.

Example: Her realisation that she needed to change her lifestyle came after the doctor’s visit.

realism

IPA: /ˈrɪəlɪzəm/

KK: /ˈriːəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A way of thinking that focuses on representing things as they truly are, without exaggeration or idealization, often used in art, literature, and philosophy.

Example: The novel is a great example of realism, depicting everyday life without romanticizing it.

realist

IPA: /ˈrɪəlɪst/

KK: /ˈriːəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes in or practices realism, focusing on practical and literal aspects of life or art rather than idealism.

Example: As a realist, she preferred to see things as they truly are, without embellishment or fantasy.

reality

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adjective

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

noun

Definition: The state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or be imagined.

Example: She struggled to accept the reality of the situation after the accident.

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