Irrationally: meaning, definitions and examples

Used similarly to 'irrationally', indicating actions taken without reason or logic.

• They acted irrationally under stress.
• The decision was made irrationally without proper analysis.

Used when behavior or demands are excessive or unjustified, often perceived as unfair.

• She was being unreasonably picky about the restaurant.
• The customer made unreasonably high demands.

Used when some actions or arguments do not follow logical reasoning.

• His argument was constructed illogically and didn't make sense.
• She approached the problem illogically, ignoring the steps.

Used when actions lack purpose or meaning, often conveying a stronger negative connotation.

• The vandalism was carried out senselessly, causing unnecessary damage.
• He drove senselessly fast, putting everyone at risk.

This word is used when someone is acting without logical or sensible reasoning.

• She reacted irrationally to the news, shouting and crying without any clear reason

This term is used when someone makes a decision that is not wise or sensible.

• She unwisely chose to stay up all night before her big exam and couldn't concentrate at all the next day

This is used when someone acts in a way that lacks good sense or judgement.

• Tom foolishly invested all his money in a risky business venture and lost everything

This word is appropriate when someone is behaving in a way that shows a lack of care about the danger or negative consequences of their actions.

• He drove recklessly through the city streets, ignoring all the traffic signals