rationale
- 01 C1 Advanced
the reasons why someone decides to do something or why something exists.
the underlying reason or set of reasons that forms the logical basis for an action or belief.
Simple“The rationale for the new law was to improve safety on the roads.”
In context“The CEO provided a detailed rationale for the merger, citing long-term market stability and the potential for technological synergy.”
UsageOften followed by the preposition 'for' or 'behind'.
- 02 C2 Proficiency
a special piece of clothing worn by some high-ranking church leaders during ceremonies.
a liturgical vestment worn by certain Christian bishops, primarily in specific historical or high-church traditions.
Simple“The ancient rationale was decorated with gold and precious stones.”
In context“The museum's collection includes a rare medieval rationale, illustrating the intricate embroidery typical of fourteenth-century liturgical attire.”
UsageUsed as a countable noun in ecclesiastical contexts.
Synonymsvestment
Usage provide rationale
“The rationale for moving the voting online is the technical difficulty of requiring fans to vote for multiple acts via text message or phone votes.”
“You can understand the rationale, which was that female biology should never hold you back.”
From Late Latin ratiōnāle.
From Latin ratiōnāle.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.