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Irrationally Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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irrationally

[ɊˈrÃĶʃ.ən.əl.i ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adverb

behavior

In an irrational manner; without reason or logic.

Synonyms

illogically, senselessly, unreasonably.

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Word Description / Examples
irrationally

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

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

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.
illogically

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.
senselessly

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.

Examples of usage

  • She reacted irrationally to the news of losing her job.
  • He irrationally spent all his savings on unnecessary items.
Context #2 | Adverb

decision making

In a way that is not based on rational thinking or sound judgment.

Synonyms

foolishly, recklessly, unwisely.

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Word Description / Examples
irrationally

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
unwisely

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
foolishly

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
recklessly

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

Examples of usage

  • He irrationally chose to quit his stable job without a backup plan.
  • The company's decision was made irrationally and led to financial losses.

Translations

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Origin of 'irrationally'

The word 'irrationally' is derived from the adjective 'irrational', which comes from the Latin word 'irrationalis', meaning 'not endowed with reason'. The concept of irrational behavior has been studied in psychology and philosophy, highlighting the impact of emotions and biases on decision-making processes.

See also: irrationality.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,874, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.