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
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets
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dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others
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codicila legal instrument made to modify an earlier will
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