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rationalize
verb(ra-tion-al-ize)weed out unwanted or unnecessary things
rationalize
verb(ra-tion-al-ize)think rationally; employ logic or reason
Synonyms: rationalise,
Examples:
When one wonders why one is doing certain things, one should rationalize.
rationalize
verb(ra-tion-al-ize)structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results
Synonyms: rationalise,
Examples:
We rationalized the factory's production and raised profits.
rationalize
verb(ra-tion-al-ize)defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
Examples:
Rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior.
He rationalized his lack of success.
He rationalized his lack of success.
rationalize
verb(ra-tion-al-ize)remove irrational quantities from
Synonyms: rationalise,
Examples:
This function can be rationalized.