Irrationally: meaning, definitions and examples

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irrationally

 

[ ɪˈræʃ.ən.əl.i ]

Context #1

behavior

In an irrational manner; without reason or logic.

Synonyms

illogically, senselessly, unreasonably

Examples of usage

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

decision making

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

Synonyms

foolishly, recklessly, unwisely

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

Translations of the word "irrationally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irracionalmente

🇮🇳 अविवेकपूर्ण तरीके से

🇩🇪 irrational

🇮🇩 irasional

🇺🇦 ірраціонально

🇵🇱 irracjonalnie

🇯🇵 非合理に

🇫🇷 irrationnellement

🇪🇸 irracionalmente

🇹🇷 irrasyonel olarak

🇰🇷 비이성적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل غير عقلاني

🇨🇿 iracionálně

🇸🇰 iracionálne

🇨🇳 非理性地

🇸🇮 neracionalno

🇮🇸 órökrétt

🇰🇿 иррационалды түрде

🇬🇪 ირაციონალურად

🇦🇿 irrasional olaraq

🇲🇽 irracionalmente

Word origin

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.