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rationally

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹæʃənəɫi// UK //ɹˈæʃənəli// ra·tio·nal·ly

adv. in a way that is based on facts and clear thinking rather than on feelings. You use this when someone makes a choice using logic.

adv. in a manner based on or in accordance with reason or logic. Often used to describe decision-making processes that exclude emotional bias.


SIMPLE

We need to discuss this problem rationally.

CONTEXTUAL

Despite the stressful situation, she managed to act rationally and called for help immediately.

COMPLEX

Economists often assume that consumers will behave rationally by choosing the product that offers the highest utility for the lowest possible price.

Antonyms
Origin

From rational + -ly.

Usage

Typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of the clause.

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