Synonyms for

Reasonable

Verb / ˈri:zʌnʌbʌl / / ˈri:znʌbʌl / Another word for reasonable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Something that is reasonable makes sense and is fair.

Synonyms & similar words

unreasonable sane fair sensible fairish fair just sensible logical practical realistic rational sound wise moderate tolerable acceptable fitting appropriate proper equitable evenhanded unbiased impartial objective

Synonyms by register

Formal

rational logical sound justifiable

Informal

sensible fair okay makes sense

Literary

equitable measured

Antonyms

unreasonable irrational illogical absurd foolish unwise preposterous

Common collocations

  • reasonable price
  • reasonable doubt
  • reasonable person
  • reasonable grounds
  • reasonable time
  • reasonable assumption
  • reasonable cause

Word family

noun reasonableness
adjective reasonable
adverb reasonably

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is fair, sensible, or within acceptable limits. Be careful not to confuse with 'reasoning', which is the process of thinking.

Example sentences

  1. It is reasonable to take an umbrella when it looks like it might rain.
  2. The teacher gave us a reasonable amount of time to finish the test.
  3. It is not reasonable to expect a young child to sit still for hours.
  4. The price of the shirt was reasonable.
  5. It is reasonable to be upset when someone breaks a promise.

Quotes

  • It's not reasonable to expect everyone to have the same talents and interests.
  • The most reasonable way to deal with any problem is not to fear it.
  • The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself.

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