Assert and Rationalize

Assert

Assert verb - To state clearly and strongly.
Usage example: a superpatriot who is never afraid to assert her allegiance to flag and country

Rationalize and assert are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rationalize" instead a verb "Assert".

Rationalize

Rationalize verb - To give the reason for or cause of.
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Synonyms for Rationalize

Assert and rationalize are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Assert" instead a verb "Rationalize".

Common collocations

work assert work rationalize work
way assert way rationalize way
feelings assert feelings rationalize feelings
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