- the drawing of inferences or conclusions from known or assumed facts; use of reason
- the proofs or reasons resulting from this
noun
Reasoning is defined as logical or sensible thinking.
When you think through a problem to try to find a sensible solution, this is an example of reasoning.
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noun
- Use of reason, especially to form conclusions, inferences, or judgments.
- Evidence or arguments used in thinking or argumentation.
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Noun
(plural reasonings)
- Action of the verb to reason.
- The deduction of inferences or interpretations from premises; abstract thought; ratiocination.
Verb
- Present participle of reason.
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Sentence Examples
- He considered her reasoning and then sighed.
- There was no reasoning with him, so she accepted a ride with her best friend, Connie.
- Let me offer my reasoning on this.
- He wasn't demanding or pleading, he was reasoning with her.
- The estimate to be formed of this reasoning has been well stated by Dr A.
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