Meaning & Definition of word "Reason"

Reason

/ˈriː.zən/

1. A cause or explanation for an action or event.
- Example: The reason for the delay was due to heavy traffic.
2. The power of the mind to think, understand, and form judgments logically.
- Example: She used her reason to solve the complex problem.
3. A rational motive or justification for an action.
- Example: He explained his reason for quitting his job as a need for a better work-life balance.

1. To think, understand, and form judgments logically.
- Example: She reasoned that if it rained, the picnic would be canceled.
2. To cause a conclusion or judgment to be made.
- Example: He reasoned that his decision was the best based on the available evidence.

Late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin ratio, ration-‘reckoning, reasoning’.

the reason why:

The explanation or justification for something.

reason with someone:

To talk with someone to persuade them to change their mind.

good reason:

A valid or justifiable cause for an action.

reason out:

To think through something logically.

rational:

Based on reason or logic.

logical:

Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument.

irrational:

Not logical or reasonable.

Meaning: The rationale behind someone's actions.

Example Sentence: What's the reason behind your decision?

Meaning: The thought process; common sense.

Example Sentence: Come on, use your reason here.