rationalized
|ra/tion/al/ized|
B2
/ˈræʃənəˌlaɪzd/
(rationalize)
justify or streamline
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rationalize' originates from the Latin word 'rationalis', where 'ratio' meant 'reason'.
Historical Evolution
'rationalis' transformed into the French word 'rationaliser', and eventually became the modern English word 'rationalize'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make reasonable', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to justify or explain'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'rationalize'.
She rationalized her decision to quit her job.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45