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rationalize

verb

/ˈræʃənəlaɪz/

Meaning

to attempt to explain or justify behavior or decisions with logical reasons, even if they are not true or appropriate

She tried to rationalize her lateness by blaming the traffic.

justify, explain, excuse, defend

deny, conceal

rationalize behavior, rationalize decision, rationalize system, rationalize expense

To make false and damaging statements about someone; to slander.

To speak to someone directly or to deal with an issue.

to learn about a subject, especially in an academic setting

To describe or portray something precisely; to outline or define clearly.

To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.

to open or extend something over an area