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rational justification

[/ˈræʃənəl ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: rational justifications
justificação racional
1. A logical and reasoned explanation or defense for a belief, action, or decision based on sound reasoning and evidence
The scientist provided a rational justification for the experimental results based on empirical data.
O cientista forneceu uma justificação racional para os resultados experimentais baseada em dados empíricos.
2. A coherent set of reasons that logically support a conclusion or position
His rational justification for the company's restructuring convinced the board of directors.
Sua justificação racional para a reestruturação da empresa convenceu o conselho de administração.
Synonyms
logical explanationreasoned argumentrationalelogical justificationreasoned justification
Antonyms
irrational justificationarbitrary reasoningunjustified claimemotional justification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
justificação racional
Standard usage in academic and formal contexts
São Paulo
justificação racional
Common in business and academic environments
Portugal
justificação racional
Formal and academic usage, consistent with Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

provide a rational justification for something
seek rational justification
lack rational justification
stand up to rational justification
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