adj
Uncommon
reasoned
REE-zuhnd
Reasoned (adj) means Based on careful logical thought rather than impulse or emotion. Example: “She gave a calm, reasoned response to the accusation.”
adj
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Based on careful logical thought rather than impulse or emotion.
"She gave a calm, reasoned response to the accusation."
How to use reasoned
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes an argument, decision, or response that comes from careful thinking rather than a gut reaction.
Common pairings
a reasoned argument
reasoned judgment
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more reasoned
- Superlative
- most reasoned
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What does “reasoned” mean?
The word “reasoned” means based on careful logical thought rather than impulse or emotion. In plain terms, describes an argument, decision, or response that comes from careful thinking rather than a gut reaction.
How do you pronounce “reasoned”?
“Reasoned” is pronounced REE-zuhnd (/ˈriːzənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “reasoned” in a sentence?
Here is “reasoned” used in a sentence: “She gave a calm, reasoned response to the accusation.”
What part of speech is “reasoned”?
“Reasoned” is an adjective.
Is “reasoned” a common word?
“Reasoned” is an uncommon word in modern English.
