
Ratiocination
Detective Work
Often used in contexts involving problem-solving or detective stories, indicating careful thought.

The detective's ratiocination led him to the unlikely suspect.
Academic Tone
Carries a formal tone; appropriate in academic or intellectual discussions.

Her essay's ratiocination impressed the professors.
Complex Thinking
Implies a complex and thorough process of thinking, not just simple reasoning.

His ratiocination uncovered the hidden principles behind the theory.
Compare with
AnalysisCogitateDeductionLogicReason
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