reasoning
pronunciation
How to pronounce reasoning in British English:
UK [ˈriːznɪŋ , ˈriːzənɪŋ]
How to pronounce reasoning in American English:
US [ˈriːznɪŋ , ˈriːzənɪŋ]
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- Noun:
- thinking that is coherent and logical
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- Adjective:
- endowed with the capacity to reason
Word Origin
- reasoning (n.)
- late 14c., "exercise of the power of reason; act or process of thinking logically;" also "an instance of this;" verbal noun from reason (v.).
Example
- 1. But the reasoning in the australian case is persuasive .
- 2. Although the researchers behind it might take issue with my reasoning .
- 3. Mr. bush adopted this reasoning , with severe restrictions .
- 4. The basis for this reasoning is unclear .
- 5. This is what I call an absurd reasoning .