Rational and Real

Rational

Rational adjective - Based on sound reasoning or information.
Usage example: betting all of your savings on the lottery is not a rational move

Real and rational are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Real" instead the word "Rational" as an adjective or a noun.

Real

Real adjective - Being exactly as appears or as claimed.

Rational and real are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rational" instead an adjective "Real".

Nearby Words: realize, realise, reality, realistic, really
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