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Pronunciation : Ra"tion*al*ize
Part of Speech : v.
Definition : 1. To make rational; also, to convert to rationalism.

2. To interpret in the manner of a rationalist.

3. To form a rational conception of.

4. (Alg.)

Defn: To render rational; to free from radical signs or quantities.

t.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913

Pronunciation : Ra"tion*al*ize
Part of Speech : v.
Definition : Defn: To use, and rely on, reason in forming a theory, belief, etc., especially in matters of religion: to accord with the principles of rationalism. Theodore . . . is just considered the chief rationalizing doctor of antiquity. J. H. Newman.

i.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913