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rationalise (v.)

chiefly British English spelling of rationalize; see -ize. Related: Rationalised; rationalising; rationalisation.

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Definitions of rationalise from WordNet

rationalise (v.)
structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results;
Synonyms: rationalize
rationalise (v.)
defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning;
Synonyms: apologize / apologise / excuse / rationalize
rationalise (v.)
think rationally; employ logic or reason;
Synonyms: rationalize
rationalise (v.)
remove irrational quantities from;
Synonyms: rationalize
rationalise (v.)
weed out unwanted or unnecessary things;
Synonyms: cut / prune / rationalize
From wordnet.princeton.edu

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