Definitions

logical

[loj-i-kuhl] / ˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl /

ADJECTIVE

probable, reasonable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cogent coherent compelling consistent convincing intelligent legitimate lucid necessary obvious plausible rational reasonable relevant sensible valid wise

WEAK

analytic analytical clear commonsensical congruent consequent deducible discerning discriminating extensional fair germane holding together holding water inferential judicious juridicious justifiable legit most likely perceptive perspicuous pertinent probable sound subtle telling well-organized

Antonyms

STRONGEST

foolish implausible improbable invalid irrational obscure optional stupid unclear unintelligent unlikely unrealistic unreasonable unsound unsuitable unwise vague

WEAK

illogical

Example Sentences

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Ahead of the summit, Macron defended France's significantly reduced military presence on the continent, saying French troops leaving "wasn't a humiliation but a logical response to a given situation".

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The option of teleworking seems the logical answer.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

A logical first step would be to have the Senate majority leader follow the House speaker in the line of succession.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The logical answer is that GameStop will issue more stock to fund the deal.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

The logical part of my brain is screaming at me to stop, to go back to the trailer.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed

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