Rationalism

Synonyms of rationalism

• reason
• logic
• intellectualism

Antonyms of rationalism

• mysticism
• irrationalism
• intuitionism

Collocations of rationalism

rational thought

Frequency: 70 %

She relied on rational thought to solve the problem.

rational decision

Frequency: 65 %

Making a rational decision in this situation is crucial.

rational argument

Frequency: 60 %

He presented a rational argument to support his claim.

rational explanation

Frequency: 50 %

Can you provide a rational explanation for your actions?

rational approach

Frequency: 45 %

Taking a rational approach to the problem yielded positive results.

Idiomatic Expressions for rationalism

• Phrase: Rationalism goes out the door
  Meaning: To abandon rational thinking or logic.
  Usage: When faced with extreme stress, sometimes rationalism goes out the door and people act irrationally.