Rationale

/ˌræʃ.əˈnɑːl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A reason or explanation for something.

The committee provided a detailed rationale for their decision to reject the proposal.

The underlying reason or justification for an action or belief.

Understanding the rationale behind the policy changes can help employees adjust to the new system.

A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action.

The environmental rationale for reducing plastic use is based on its harmful impact on marine life.

An explanation of the principles or reasoning underlying a particular concept.

The teacher explained the rationale for using group projects in her classroom.

From Latin 'rationalis', meaning 'of or belonging to reason'.

rationale behind

The reasoning or logic supporting a decision or action.

provide a rationale

To give a logical reason for a choice or opinion.

reason

A cause or explanation for an action or event.

justification

The action of showing something to be right or reasonable.

logic

Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity.

A cool explanation for a choice.

That was your rationale for skipping the party?

A smart excuse or justification.

He gave a slick rationale for not doing his homework.