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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There has been talk that mufflers could be used if the engines were considered too loud, despite the obvious logical inconsistency of that as an approach.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The option of teleworking seems the logical answer.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

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

From Barron's • May 4, 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

And so he did what seemed to him the only proper and logical thing to do: He side-pocketed his credit default swaps.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis

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