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Ratiocination
01
the process of logical thinking or reasoning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
Sherlock Holmes's keen ratiocination enabled him to solve even the most perplexing mysteries.
02
a conclusion or proposition derived through careful and methodical logical reasoning, especially following from stated premises
Examples
The philosopher's ratiocination led him to a surprising but inevitable conclusion.
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