rationalizing
|ra-tion-al-iz-ing|
/ˈræʃənəˌlaɪzɪŋ/
(rationalize)
justify or streamline
Etymology
'rationalize' originates from the Latin word 'rationalis,' meaning 'reasonable.'
'rationalis' transformed into the French word 'rationaliser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rationalize.'
Initially, it meant 'to make reasonable,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'justify' and 'streamline.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to attempt to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate.
She was rationalizing her decision to skip the meeting.
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Verb 2
to make a process or system more efficient, especially by eliminating unnecessary elements.
The company is rationalizing its operations to cut costs.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40