reasonings

NOUN

logic, interpretation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acumen analysis argument hypothesis inference interpretation premise proposition rationale thinking

STRONG

case cogitation concluding corollary deduction dialectics exposition generalization illation induction logistics proof ratiocination rationalizing reason syllogism thought

WEAK

apriority syllogization train of thought

Antonyms

STRONGEST

reality truth

WEAK

irrationality nonsense

Example Sentences

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“Iago’s manipulations and reasonings became more alive, because boxing is so competitive and relies on intrigue,” Henry said.

From New York Times • Nov. 12, 2021

A director at a Chinese brokerage in Shanghai, who declined to be identified because he is not authorised to speak to media, says GPIF's reasonings behind its decision are weak.

From Reuters • Sep. 29, 2021

“They had their reasonings, and they didn’t come here last year for the statues. They think I’m on their side, and I’m not.”

From The Guardian • Aug. 4, 2018

Like Burleson, she thought SBC’s reasonings for opting out of creating a database in 2007 were weak.

From Salon • Jun. 18, 2018

Second, I watch everything and everyone and try to figure out their plans, their reasonings, long before they do.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison