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Learn “Rationality”

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Rationality

noun/rash-un-AL-ih-tee/

Meaning

The quality of thinking clearly and sensibly using reason rather than emotion.

In context

The debate rewarded rationality over shouting and wild claims.

Remember it

RATIONAL comes from 'ratio': weighing reasons in balance to think clearly.

Use it well

Use for calm, logical thinking, especially in contrast with emotion.