logical

The definition of logical is something that makes sense according to the rules of logic, or something that is rational.

(adjective)

An example of something that is logical is a carefully reasoned decision that makes sense and is the right course of action.

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See logical in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. of or used in the science of logic
  2. according to the principles of logic, or correct reasoning
  3. necessary or to be expected because of what has gone before; that follows as reasonable
  4. using or accustomed to use correct reasoning

Origin: ML logicalis

Related Forms:

of or relating to the science, doctrine, or theory of
also -logic

Origin: < Gr -logikos (< logikos: see logic) + -al

See logical in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Of, relating to, in accordance with, or of the nature of logic.
  2. Based on earlier or otherwise known statements, events, or conditions; reasonable: Rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year.
  3. Reasoning or capable of reasoning in a clear and consistent manner.

Related Forms:

  • logˌi·calˈi·ty (-kălˈĭ-tē), logˌi·cal·ness noun
  • logˈi·cal·ly adverb

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