logical

adjective

ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce logical (audio)
Definition of logicalnext
1
as in rational
according to the rules of logic the lawyer won the case with a logical argument about the motives of the suspect

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2
as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information that's the logical choice under the circumstances

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Recent Examples of logical If Mike Jackson, a pending unrestricted free agent, heads elsewhere, Johnson would be a logical addition as a No. 2 cornerback to pair with Horn for years to come. — Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025 Never say never, but the two most logical destinations for the Anaheim Ducks netminder don’t appear to be fits ahead of the deadline. — Pierre Lebrun, The Athletic, 6 Mar. 2025 Williams is the most logical candidate because linemen are always in demand. — Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025 There is no length societies will not go to, no absurd logical leap people won’t take to recast our simple, human act of survival as something dirty and shameful. — Amanda Nguyen, TIME, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for logical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
  1. rational
  2. reasonable
  3. coherent
  4. valid
  5. sensible
  6. good
Adjective
  • Even when the accusations are unfounded, even when the risks are small, the mere possibility of being a sucker can be psychologically potent enough to undermine a rational preference for cooperation.
    — Tess Wilkinson-Ryan, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
  • This all points to a more rational, less economically harmful climate policy, but, as always, there’s going to be litigation.
    — The Editors, National Review, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of rational
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  • In addition, corporations have to determine what a reasonable wage is, which typically requires the help of an accountant.
    — Vlad Rusz, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Otherwise, the Bruins could try to get something reasonable in return on the open market.
    — Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • The failure of Democrats to coalesce behind a coherent strategy against Trump's blizzard of controversial policies was on display during his address to a Joint Session of Congress last week.
    — Susan Page, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Bo Hines, Executive Director of the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets, will facilitate dialogue aimed at developing coherent policy strategies and actionable recommendations.
    — Sandy Carter, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of coherent
Adjective
  • West, in the interview with The New Republic, disputed the merits of his suspension, saying his methods are valid because other people have used them.
    — Richard A. Webster, ProPublica, 11 Mar. 2025
  • The watch is valid from Wednesday 5 p.m. until Friday, Mar. 14 at 5 a.m.
    — Southern California Weather Report, Orange County Register, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of valid
Adjective
  • Multiple sets are repurposed to serve as different locations — again, a financially sensible decision that also carries deep emotional resonance.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The microphone jack is located on the rear, just behind the hot shoe, a good move as this is the most sensible place to mount a mic or wireless transceiver.
    — PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of sensible
Adjective
  • Although their relationship shifted over the years, Colby recalled his mom always having his best interest at heart during the early years of his childhood.
    — Jordana Comiter, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
  • The ‘90s was good to the magazine industry for the most part.
    — Rachel Burchfield, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
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