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单词 reasonably
释义

reasonable

adjective

rea·​son·​able ˈrēz-nə-bəl How to pronounce reasonable (audio)
ˈrē-zᵊn-ə-bəl
1
a
: being in accordance with reason
a reasonable theory
b
: not extreme or excessive
reasonable requests
c
: moderate, fair
a reasonable chance
a reasonable price
d
: inexpensive
2
a
: having the faculty of reason
b
: possessing sound judgment
a reasonable man
reasonability
ˌrēz-nə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce reasonable (audio)
ˌrē-zᵊn-ə-
noun
reasonableness
ˈrēz-nə-bəl-nəs How to pronounce reasonable (audio)
ˈrē-zᵊn-ə-
noun
reasonably
ˈrēz-nə-blē How to pronounce reasonable (audio)
ˈrē-zᵊn-ə-
adverb

Synonyms

  • analytic
  • analytical
  • coherent
  • consequent
  • good
  • logical
  • rational
  • sensible
  • sound
  • valid
  • well-founded
  • well-grounded
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Example Sentences

We have reasonable cause not to believe him. She offered a reasonable compromise. It's not reasonable to expect perfect weather. Please be more reasonable. There is no way I'll be able to finish all this work in so little time. A reasonable man would not expect such a thing. Our boss has reasonable expectations of his employees. The team has a reasonable chance of winning. He makes a reasonable amount of money. The store's prices are reasonable. The hotel offers excellent accommodations at reasonable rates. See More
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

reasonable

adjective

rea·​son·​able ˈrēz-nə-bəl How to pronounce reasonable (audio)
ˈrē-zᵊn-ə-bəl
1
: fair and sensible
I'm willing to compromise, but her demands are not reasonable.
2
: not too expensive Let's find a hotel with reasonable rates.
3
: fairly or moderately good Our team has a reasonable chance of winning.

Legal Definition

reasonable

adjective

rea·​son·​able
1
a
: being in accordance with reason, fairness, duty, or prudence
b
: of an appropriate degree or kind
c
: supported or justified by fact or circumstance
a reasonable belief that force was necessary for self-defense
d
: commercially reasonable
2
: applying reason or logic
broadly : rational sense 1
a reasonable mind

reasonably

adverb

as in kindly
with good reason or courtesy I expect to be treated reasonably by the clerks when I shop at a store

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • kindly
  • nicely
  • thoughtfully
  • fairly
  • well
  • politely
  • courteously
  • considerately
  • graciously
  • pleasantly
  • sensibly
  • justifiably
  • validly
  • prudently
  • wisely
  • discreetly
  • excusably
  • respectfully
  • judiciously
  • sweetly
  • deferentially
  • sympathetically
  • humanely
  • decorously
  • compassionately
  • solicitously
  • gallantly
  • chivalrously
  • kindheartedly

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • rudely
  • thoughtlessly
  • cruelly
  • unfairly
  • contemptuously
  • viciously
  • inconsiderately
  • disrespectfully
  • disdainfully
  • nastily
  • scornfully
  • discourteously
  • impolitely
  • shabbily
  • heartlessly
  • snootily
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