noun
reasoning
REE-zuh-nihng
noun
1
The process of thinking through something logically to reach a conclusion.
"His reasoning behind the decision made perfect sense once he explained it."
"The judge questioned the lawyer's reasoning."
How to Use Reasoning
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe line of logical thought that leads someone to a conclusion or decision.
Common pairings
sound reasoning
faulty reasoning
follow someone's reasoning
Word Forms
reasonings plural
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