Synonyms for rationalization

Synonyms for (noun) rationalization

Synonyms: rationalisation, rationalization, systematisation, systematization

Definition: systematic organization; the act of organizing something according to a system or a rationale

Similar words: organisation, organization

Definition: the activity or result of distributing or disposing persons or things properly or methodically

Usage: his organization of the work force was very efficient


Synonyms: rationalisation, rationalization

Definition: the organization of a business according to scientific principles of management in order to increase efficiency

Similar words: organisation, organization

Definition: the act of organizing a business or an activity related to a business

Usage: he was brought in to supervise the organization of a new department


Synonyms: rationalisation, rationalization

Definition: (mathematics) the simplification of an expression or equation by eliminating radicals without changing the value of the expression or the roots of the equation

Similar words: simplification

Definition: elimination of superfluous details


Synonyms: rationalisation, rationalization

Definition: the cognitive process of making something seem consistent with or based on reason

Similar words: explanation

Definition: thought that makes something comprehensible


Synonyms: rationalisation, rationalization

Definition: (psychiatry) a defense mechanism by which your true motivation is concealed by explaining your actions and feelings in a way that is not threatening

Similar words: defence, defence mechanism, defence reaction, defense, defense mechanism, defense reaction

Definition: (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires


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