English to English Dictionary

Rational

Based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

Rational Being

A being capable of reasoning and understanding, typically referring to humans in philosophical contexts.

Rational-choice

A decision-making process based on the calculation of costs and benefits to maximize personal utility or desired outcomes.

Rationale

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

Rationality

The quality of being based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

Rationalization

The action of attempting to explain or justify a behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate.

Rationally

In a way that is based on reason or logic.

Ratskeller

A basement restaurant or bar, typically located in a traditional German city hall, that serves beer and traditional food.

Rattailed

Having a tail resembling that of a rat, typically long, thin, and nearly hairless or sparsely covered.

Rattan

The thin, pliable stems of a palm, used to make wickerwork and furniture.

Rattle

A rapid succession of short, sharp sounds.

Rattle someone's cage

To annoy, irritate, or provoke someone, especially deliberately to get a reaction.