What is another name for reason?

Answer 1

The word reason has a number of definitions. Bearing this in mind, many synonymns are possible; 1. The basis for an act - cause, justification, motive 2. The stated purpose for an action - excuse, explanation, 3. The ability to think - rational, sane, judgement, There are many others. Onecan easily expand on the above list.

Answer 2

Reason: noun: 1. The basis or motive for an action, decision, or conviction. 2. A declaration made to explain or justify action, decision, or conviction.

Synonyms: basis, motivation, motive, cause, justification, logic, rationale, rationality, foundation, warrant

Synonyms for reason are: apprehension, comprehension, judgment. If we take another meaning of the word: aim, goal, purpose, target, cause.

Answer 3

There are a few you could pick from: intention, motive, basis, justification.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Possibly reasoning, depending on context.

Answer 6

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