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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This is, after all, the logical extension of the Monroe Doctrine.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Should this cooperation remain stable, logical next steps could include the restoration of formal diplomatic relations…including at some point for negotiations around a debt restructuring,” JPMorgan analysts wrote in a Sunday note.

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With the Chargers’ 20-16 loss to the Houston Texans on Saturday putting them out of contention for the AFC West title, the move to rest Herbert is a logical one.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite it being a logical deduction, it wasn’t a guarantee that banning phones would lead to better learning environments, said the paper’s co-author David Figlio, an economics professor at the University of Rochester.

From The Wall Street Journal

The anomalies in “The Winner’s Curse” do not inspire faith in humanity’s logical powers.

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