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logicalness

logicalness

6.1
A quality of clear, correct thinking that follows facts and reasons
  • noun
  • /ˈlɒdʒɪklˌnɛs/
translation icon : lógica
  • The logicalness of her argument won over even her most skeptical critics.

Examples

  • Can you explain the logicalness of your reasoning?

  • He admired the logicalness of the mathematical proof.

  • Sometimes, creativity is more important than strict logicalness when solving problems.

  • The logicalness of her argument was impressive.

  • He admired the logicalness of the mathematical proof, which demonstrated clear reasoning.

  • The logicalness of her argument won over even her most skeptical critics during the debate.

  • Sometimes, creativity is more important than strict logicalness when developing innovative solutions.

Synonyms

logic
vslogicalness
375 3.8

A set of reasons that explains why something was done or said

refers to the quality of correct reasoning rather than the system itself
validity
vslogicalness
  • Specialized
56 4.4

Showing that an idea is logical and factually correct

is about correct reasoning rather than factual proof
rationality
vslogicalness
34 5.4

Clear thinking and decisions based on facts and logic

is about correct and valid reasoning rather than absence of emotion
consistency
vslogicalness
10 3.8

The state of having no conflicts between ideas or rules

focuses on correct and valid reasoning rather than mere coherence
sound logic
vslogicalness
1 3.9

A way of thinking or arguing that uses good reasons and evidence to show something is true

refers to general quality of correct reasoning rather than just strong arguments
sensibleness
vslogicalness
1 4.6

Being careful and reasonable when making choices

is about formal correct reasoning rather than everyday practical judgment
logicality
vslogicalness
  • Specialized
7.5

How clear and correct a person's thinking or argument is

has identical meaning but is a different word form
rationalness
vslogicalness
6.6

Actions or ideas based on clear reasons and careful thought

focuses on correct and valid reasoning rather than just being based on reason

Antonyms

A quality of an idea or argument that has no clear, sensible reasons

How Logical

sound logic
1 3.9
logicalness
6.1
illogic
4 8.0

Surface Forms

logicalness singular
logicalnesses plural

Morphology

logicalness = logical (transparent) = logic + al + ness

Formed by a standard nominalization of the adjective 'logical' using the productive suffix '-ness', yielding 'the quality of being logical'.

Etymology

Logicalness comes from the word logic, which goes back to an old Greek word logos meaning 'reason' or 'word'. The ending -ness means 'state' or 'quality', so logicalness is the 'quality of being logical', that is showing correct and careful thinking.