reason
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British pronunciation
/ˈriːzən/

Définition et signification de « reason » en anglais

Reason
01

a rational motive or cause for a belief, decision, or action

reason definition and meaning
02

raison

something that explains an action or event
example
Exemples
The lack of evidence cast doubt on the reason for his sudden disappearance.
Le manque de preuves a jeté un doute sur la raison de sa disparition soudaine.
03

raisonnement, logique

the mind's power to understand or think logically
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example
Exemples
The philosopher emphasized the importance of reason in ethical discussions.
Le philosophe a souligné l'importance de la raison dans les discussions éthiques.
04

the quality of having sound judgment, good sense, or prudence

to reason
01

raisonner, argumenter

to present justifications or explanations for a particular idea, decision, conclusion, etc.
Transitive: to reason that
to reason definition and meaning
example
Exemples
The detective reasoned that the suspect could n't have committed the crime due to an airtight alibi.
Le détective a raisonné que le suspect ne pouvait pas avoir commis le crime en raison d'un alibi en béton.
02

raisonner, argumenter

to think rationally and make good judgement
Intransitive
example
Exemples
When faced with uncertainty, he reasons carefully before making a decision.
Face à l'incertitude, il raisonne soigneusement avant de prendre une décision.
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