Rationalism

Pronunciation: /ˈɹæʃənəɫˈɪzəm/

Rationalism (noun)

  1. The belief that reason and logic are the main sources of knowledge and understanding.

Examples

  • Many people value rationalism over emotions in decision-making.
  • Rationalism is the belief in using reason to understand things.

Common collocations: embrace rationalism, challenge rationalism, advocate for rationalism

Synonyms of Rationalism

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Rationalism

  • — the belief in non-reasoned approaches to knowledge
  • — the reliance on emotions over reason in decision-making