rationalize


Definition: Meaning of, rationalize in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈraʃ(ə)n(ə)lʌɪz /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
rationalize rationalized rationalized
Present Participle Third Person Singular
rationalizing rationalizes
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  1. if you rationalize behaviour that is wrong, you invent an explanation for it so that it does not seem as bad
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  2. British English to make a business more effective by removing unnecessary workers, equipment etc
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rationalize used in phrases

  • rationalize away (verb)
    1. substitute a natural for a supernatural explanation of
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