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a statement given to explain a belief or act<gave a good reason for her seemingly suspicious behavior>Synonymsargument, case, explanation, rationaleRelated Wordsalibi, defense, excuse, justification; appeal, plea; guise, pretense (or pretence), pretext, rationalization
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something (as a belief) that serves as the basis for another thing<a firm belief that we are here on earth to help others is the reason for her tireless volunteer work>Synonymsgrounds, motive, wherefore, whyRelated Wordsantecedent, cause, occasion
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an explanation that frees one from fault or blame<what reason do you have for being in such a bad mood?>— see excuse
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someone or something responsible for a result<whatʼs the meteorological reason for tornadoes?>— see cause 1
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the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems<youʼll need to use all of your reason to get out of this tight spot>— see intelligence 1
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the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities<was afraid that with all the stress he was under, heʼd lose all reason>— see mind 2
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the thought processes that have been established as leading to valid solutions to problems<in a time of national crisis we need to listen to the voice of reason>— see logic
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