reasoning

noun
UK: /ˈriːzənɪŋ/
US: /ˈriːzənɪŋ/

  1. The process of thinking about things in a logical way; using your mind to understand and form judgments.

    1. My reasoning was that he would help us later.
    2. Her clear reasoning helped the team solve the complex problem efficiently, ensuring project success.

  2. The explanation or justification for an action or belief; a statement offered as an explanation.

    1. What is your reasoning for doing that?
    2. The judge requested a detailed reasoning behind the company's decision to terminate the contract, wanting clarity.

Synonyms

thinking explanation rationale logic justification thought argument
reasoning verb

  1. The action of thinking about something in a logical way.

    1. I am reasoning about the problem now.
    2. She spent hours reasoning through the implications of the new policy, considering different outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "reasoning" in English means: The process of thinking about things in a logical way; using your mind to understand and form judgments., The explanation or justification for an action or belief; a statement offered as an explanation..

The phonetic transcription of "reasoning" is /ˈriːzənɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈriːzənɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "reasoning": thinking, explanation, rationale, logic, justification, thought, argument.

Example usage of "reasoning": "My reasoning was that he would help us later.". More examples on the page.