Reasonable

usgb/ˈriːznəbl/
adjective

Fair, sensible and appropriate.

It is reasonable to expect that students do their homework.
Visual representation of "reasonable" - Fair, sensible and appropriate.

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  • reasonable expectations
  • reasonable doubt
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Expectation Context

Used when judging if actions or results are suitable for a situation.

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Simon made a reasonable attempt at solving the problem.
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Justifiable Qualification

Describe conditions or assumptions that are sensible and likely to be accepted.

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It's reasonable to assume she'll arrive by 9 am given the traffic.
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Not Arbitrary

Shows decisions or opinions are based on good reasons, not random choice.

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The jury must have a reasonable doubt to not convict.
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