Definition Dictionary

The underlying reasoning for a decision or belief.

A philosophical approach treating reason as a source of knowledge beyond what sensory experience alone provides.

A seemingly reasonable explanation used to justify conduct or a decision.

To offer a seemingly reasonable explanation, sometimes to justify questionable conduct.

The distance between what someone hopes to attain and their present resources or circumstances.

Not based on or guided by reasoning.

Not following a reasonable or consistent line of reasoning.

A reason or explanation offered to show that an action or belief is reasonable or acceptable.

The principles or process of reasoning from claims and evidence to conclusions.