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Logical

Verb / ˈlɑ:dʒɪkʌl / Another word for logical — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Logical means reasonable, sensible, or based on facts or reasoning.

Synonyms & similar words

legitimate lucid coherent consistent illogical incoherent ordered Rational Reasonable Sensible Coherent Cohesive Consistent Reasoned Intellectual Intelligent Sound Valid Well-founded Analytical Systematic Ordered Plausible Practical Realistic Pragmatic Commonsense

Synonyms by register

Formal

rational coherent valid sound

Informal

makes sense straightforward clear obvious

Literary

reasoned methodical

Antonyms

illogical irrational unreasonable absurd senseless unwise

Common collocations

  • logical conclusion
  • logical argument
  • logical progression
  • logical fallacy
  • logical order
  • logical steps
  • logical thinking

Word family

noun logic
adverb logically

Usage note

Often used to describe reasoning or arguments. Avoid using it to describe emotions, which are typically not governed by logic.

Example sentences

  1. It is logical to study before an exam.
  2. It is not logical to jump off a tall building.
  3. The detective used logical thinking to solve the mystery.
  4. The scientist used logical reasoning to conduct his experiment.
  5. It is logical to save money for a rainy day.

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