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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Perhaps apply the philosophies of all those “New Year, New You” mindfulness coaches to breaking news or can’t-miss promises designed to manipulate emotions to slip past our logical safeguards.

From Salon

“We believe he’s a very logical person, and if he believed that if Oracle sold equity, it would increase the value of his remaining equity by more than if the company didn’t.”

From Barron's

It’s also through Arnold’s eyes we get a real theory about what happened the night Marilyn died — and it’s a sympathetic one, even a logical one.

From Los Angeles Times

“Yes. But that was a very valuable business for us in Canada and it was logical to support it.”

From The Wall Street Journal

However, the next logical psychological targets are $5,000 an ounce on gold and $100 an ounce on silver — “both of which we think are attainable over the next few months,” Meir said.

From MarketWatch

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