Word
reasoned
Phoneticsrea·soned, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɹizənd/
UK/ɹˈiːzənd/
Definition
adj. based on careful thinking and good logic. You use this to describe an argument or decision that is sensible and well-explained.
adj. characterised by logical thinking and sound judgement. Often used to describe arguments, conclusions, or decisions that are supported by evidence rather than emotion.
Examples
“She gave a reasoned explanation for her decision.”
“The committee presented a reasoned argument for why the budget needed to be increased this year.”
“Despite the heated public debate, the judge issued a reasoned opinion that relied strictly on legal precedent and empirical data rather than political pressure.”
Examples
simple
“She gave a reasoned explanation for her decision.”
contextual
“The committee presented a reasoned argument for why the budget needed to be increased this year.”
complex
“Despite the heated public debate, the judge issued a reasoned opinion that relied strictly on legal precedent and empirical data rather than political pressure.”
Usage
Often follows a linking verb or precedes a noun like 'argument', 'approach', or 'response'.
Real-World Examples
“That made it likely, they reasoned, that any species looking to broadcast radio signals to attract the attention of cosmic neighbours would choose to do so at 1420 MHz.” “The team reasoned that each reaction in this primitive metabolism either used elements available in the environment or elements generated by other reactions in the system.” “The court reasoned that TotalEnergies’ production of energy was closely linked to the harm from its customers’ use of those energy products.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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