rationale

noun
UK: /ˌræʃ.əˈnɑːl/
US: /ˌræʃ.əˈnæl/

  1. A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or belief.

    1. The rationale behind the new policy is to reduce costs for everyone.
    2. We need to understand the rationale for the court's decision regarding the appeal.

  2. A fundamental reason or justification.

    1. What is the rationale for these new taxes and where will that money go?
    2. The underlying rationale was that this investment would stimulate the economy.

Synonyms

justification basis explanation principle reason

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rationale" in English means: A set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action or belief., A fundamental reason or justification..

The phonetic transcription of "rationale" is /ˌræʃ.əˈnɑːl/ in British English and /ˌræʃ.əˈnæl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "rationale": justification, basis, explanation, principle, reason.

Example usage of "rationale": "The rationale behind the new policy is to reduce costs for everyone.". More examples on the page.