Reasoner: meaning, definitions and examples

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reasoner

 

[ ˈriːznər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

logic, philosophy

A reasoner is an individual or a system that deduces conclusions based on a set of premises or known facts. Typically used in the context of logic and artificial intelligence, a reasoner applies rules of inference to derive new information or validate existing claims. In philosophical discourse, a reasoner engages in rational thinking and argumentation to explore the validity of propositions or hypotheses. The concept emphasizes the importance of logical reasoning in forming conclusions and making decisions.

Synonyms

analyst, logician, thinker

Examples of usage

  • The reasoner used deduction to solve the puzzle.
  • In AI, the reasoner processes data to reach conclusions.
  • A good reasoner questions underlying assumptions.

Translations

Translations of the word "reasoner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 raciocinador

🇮🇳 कारण बताने वाला

🇩🇪 Schlussfolgerer

🇮🇩 penalar

🇺🇦 обґрунтовувач

🇵🇱 rozumujący

🇯🇵 推論者

🇫🇷 raisonneur

🇪🇸 razonador

🇹🇷 akıl yürüten

🇰🇷 추론자

🇸🇦 مستدل

🇨🇿 usuzovatel

🇸🇰 usudzovateľ

🇨🇳 推理者

🇸🇮 razumljiv

🇮🇸 rökfræðingur

🇰🇿 дәлелдейтін

🇬🇪 მხარდაჭერილი

🇦🇿 məntiqi

🇲🇽 razonador

Etymology

The term 'reasoner' is derived from the verb 'reason,' which can be traced back to the Latin word 'ratiō,' meaning 'calculation, consideration, or reasoning.' The suffix '-er' is used to denote someone who performs a specific action, in this case, someone who reasons. The concept of reasoning has been a foundational aspect of human thought for centuries, influencing various fields such as philosophy, mathematics, and psychology. Over time, the term has evolved to include applications in artificial intelligence, where software programs known as reasoners apply logical rules to data to derive conclusions. This blend of historical significance and modern technological use reflects the ongoing relevance of reasoning in both human cognition and machine learning.