n. Function: noun
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Synonyms: EXPLANATION 2, account, justification, rationale, rationalization
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Synonyms: MOTIVE 1, cause, consideration, spring
3 a point or points that support something open to question FF1C; he soon gave sensible reasons for the proposed change FF1E;
Synonyms: argument, ground, proof, wherefore, why, whyfor
Related Words: explanation, justification, rationalization
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Synonyms: CAUSE 1, antecedent, determinant, occasion
5 the power of the mind by which man attains truth or knowledge FF1C; we all must use reason to solve this problem FF1E;
Synonyms: intellect, understanding
Related Words: inference, ratiocination
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Synonyms: WIT 2, lucidity, ||marbles, mind, saneness, sanity, sense(s), soundness