Translation meaning & definition of the word "rationale" into French language

noun

1. (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)

• "The rationale for capital punishment"

• "The principles of internal-combustion engines"

synonym:
• rationale
,
• principle

1. ( loi ) une explication des raisons fondamentales ( notamment une explication du fonctionnement de certains appareils en termes de lois de la nature )

• "La justification de la peine capitale"

• "Les principes des moteurs à combustion interne"

synonyme:
• justification
,
• principe