Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ratiocination

Noun
/ˌrætiəʊsɪˈneɪʃən/
Definition
The process of reasoning or logical thinking.
Examples
  • The detective used careful ratiocination to solve the mystery.
  • Her ratiocination led her to a more informed decision.
  • In philosophy, ratiocination is essential for developing coherent arguments.
Meaning
Ratiocination refers to the act of methodically thinking through or reasoning out a particular situation or problem.
Synonyms
  • Reasoning
  • Logic
  • Deduction
  • Inference