Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

irrationality

Noun

/ɪˌræʃ.əˈnæl.ɪ.ti/

Definition

The quality of being irrational; the state of lacking reason or understanding.

Examples

His fear of flying was rooted in pure irrationality, despite knowing the statistics.
Many people display irrationality when faced with emotional decisions.
The debate highlighted the irrationality behind refusing vaccines.

Meaning

Irrationality refers to thoughts, actions, or beliefs that are not based on sound reasoning or logic. It involves making decisions or having opinions that do not align with evidence or rational thought.