noun
- the underlying reasons or logical basis for actions, beliefs, or decisions
Usage: plural of rationale
Examples
- The committee presented their rationales for the budget cuts.
- Students must provide clear rationales for their thesis arguments.
- The CEO explained the rationales behind the company's expansion plans.
- Different cultures have varying rationales for their social customs.
- The judge asked the lawyers to clarify their legal rationales.
- Scientists published their rationales for the new research methodology.