GRE Word List

RATIONALIZE

to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as

The meaning of the word rationalize is to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
sanctiona formal decree
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
monotonytedious sameness
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function
anchora device usually of metal attached to a ship or boat by a cable and cast overboard to hold it in a particular place by means of a fluke that digs into the bottom
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals