"Rationalize" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"rationalize" Definition
- [transitive, intransitive] rationalize (something) to find or try to find a logical reason to explain why somebody thinks, behaves, etc. in a way that is difficult to understand
- [transitive, intransitive] rationalize (something) (British English) to make changes to a business, system, etc. in order to make it more efficient, especially by spending less money
"rationalize" Synonyms & Antonyms
"rationalize" synonyms:
- excuse,
- explain,
- justify,
- vindicate,
- account-for,
- extenuate,
- attribute,
- defend,
- explain-away,
- reconcile,
- make-acceptable,
- give-alibi,
- make-allowance,
- provide-a-cop-out-for,
- reason-out,
- give-an-explanation-for,
- make-excuses-for,
- provide-a-rationale-for,
- give-good-reason-for
"rationalize" antonyms:
- increase,
- expand,
- raise,
- increment,
- up,
- triple,
- double,
- beef-up,
- crank-up,
- bump-up,
- enhance,
- amplify,
- extend,
- magnify,
- elevate,
- compound,
- augment,
- enlarge,
- distend