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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But Isaac Stell, investment manager at asset manager Wealth Club, said an interest rate hike is "the most logical conclusion from today's data combined with last week's blow-out jobs numbers".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Then there is the notion of the “rational actor,” with logical or determinable preferences.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

But the most logical early leader is probably Powershift, who was never more than a length off the lead in his victory last month at Churchill Downs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Ahead of the company’s investor day on Monday, D-Wave released a technical roadmap for its gate-model systems, targeting 100 logical qubits capable of over one million operations by 2032.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The only logical conclusion was that he had traded something for that much money.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau

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