
Rationality
Common Misuse
Don't confuse 'rationality' with 'rationalization', which is justifying actions with logical reasons.
Using data increases rationality, not just rationalization, in choosing the right strategy.
Academic Tone
'Rationality' often appears in formal, especially academic texts, to describe objective thinking.
Economic theories assume a level of human rationality in market behaviors.
Not Always Positive
'Rationality' doesn't always mean something is good; sometimes it can lack emotion or compassion.
His rationality in firing employees disregarded the emotional impact on the team.
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CoherenceIntellectJudgementLogicPrudenceReasonSenseSound
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