reasonable

The definition of reasonable is someone or something that is logical and exhibits good sense.

(adjective)

  1. An idea that makes sense to carry out is an example of a reasonable idea.
  2. A low priced and inexpensive item is an example of an item that would be described as an item with a reasonable price.

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See reasonable in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. able to reason
  2. amenable to reason; just
  3. using or showing reason, or sound judgment; sensible
    1. not extreme, immoderate, or excessive
    2. not expensive

Origin: ME raisonable < OFr < L rationabilis

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See reasonable in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Capable of reasoning; rational: a reasonable person.
  2. Governed by or being in accordance with reason or sound thinking: a reasonable solution to the problem.
  3. Being within the bounds of common sense: arrive home at a reasonable hour.
  4. Not excessive or extreme; fair: reasonable prices.

Related Forms:

  • reaˌson·a·bilˈi·ty, reaˈson·a·ble·ness noun
  • reaˈson·a·bly adverb

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