Rationality

usgb/ˌræʃəˈnæləti/
noun

The quality of being based on or in accordance with reason or logic.

He advocated for rationality in the decision making process to avoid errors.
Visual representation of "rationality" - The quality of being based on or in accordance with reason or logic

Often appears as...

  • pure rationality
  • bound rationality

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Formal

Academic

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Common Misuse

Don't confuse 'rationality' with 'rationalization', which is justifying actions with logical reasons.

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Using data increases rationality, not just rationalization, in choosing the right strategy.
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Academic Tone

'Rationality' often appears in formal, especially academic texts, to describe objective thinking.

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Economic theories assume a level of human rationality in market behaviors.
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Not Always Positive

'Rationality' doesn't always mean something is good; sometimes it can lack emotion or compassion.

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His rationality in firing employees disregarded the emotional impact on the team.
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