unreasoning
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/ʌnˈriːzənɪŋ/
irrational
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unreasoning' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'reasoning' from Old French 'raisonner', which meant 'to reason'.
Historical Evolution
'raisonner' transformed into the Middle English word 'resounen', and eventually became the modern English word 'reasoning'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to think logically', but with the prefix 'un-', it evolved into its current meaning of 'not based on reason'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not based on or guided by reason; irrational.
His unreasoning fear of the dark kept him awake all night.
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