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Reasons

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

Definition

Reasons are the explanations or justifications for why something is done or believed.

Synonyms & similar words

understanding rationality cause grounds reasonout conclude ground reasonableness argue intellect reason causes motives rationales grounds excuses justifications arguments explanations factors basis pretext purpose motive occasion impetus stimulus inducement incentive provocation

Synonyms by register

Formal

grounds justifications rationale basis

Informal

whys because stuff things

Literary

motives impetus

Antonyms

unreason irrationality folly absurdity nonsense

Common collocations

  • good reasons
  • valid reasons
  • main reasons
  • few reasons
  • no reason
  • for reasons
  • the reason why

Word family

noun reason
verb reason
adjective reasonable
adverb reasonably

Usage note

While 'reason' can be used as a verb, it's less common than its noun form. Ensure you use 'reasons' when referring to multiple justifications or causes.

Example sentences

  1. There are many reasons why we should recycle.
  2. I can't think of any good reasons to skip school.
  3. The restaurant received a bad review for several reasons.
  4. The scientist explained his reasons for why the experiment failed.
  5. The coach had reasons for benching the star player.

Quotes

  • Reason is the natural order of truth; but imagination is the organ of meaning.
  • To be persuasive, we must be believable; to be believable, we must be credible; to be credible, we must be truthful.
  • In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.

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