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The thought processes leading to accepted theories or solutions
“What was the reasoning behind Giorgio's conclusion that the pyramids were constructed by ancient aliens?”
The inference of particular instances by reference to a general law or principle
The capacity of the mind to acquire and apply knowledge and skills
A theory or attitude that acts as a guiding principle for behavior
Logical thinking or principles applied to analysis or discussion
The devotion of time and attention to gaining knowledge of an academic subject
The characteristic way of thinking of a person or group
Endowed with the capacity to reason
“The suspect was judged to be a reasoning being who was to be held fully accountable for his crimes.”
Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument
Involving deliberation or careful thought and consideration
Done or performed with a conscious purpose or intent
Present participle for to use one's faculties for intellectualizing
“Such a child, left to himself, grows up unable to express himself and unable to reason.”
Present participle for to arrive at a judgment or opinion by reasoning
“Scott reasoned that if Annabel were having a heart attack, she wouldn't be able to talk on the telephone.”
Present participle for to state a logical assertion, or assertions, as part of an argument
“He tried to reason that the earth was flat, yet nobody would take him seriously.”
(reason something out) Present participle for to find an answer to a problem by considering possible options
“Let's face this problem head on and try to reason it out.”
(reason with) Present participle for to persuade with rational arguments
“Having to reason with a human and persuade her by the subterfuge of logic was exasperating.”
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