Rationalisation and Rumination

Rationalisation

Rationalisation noun - The cognitive process of making something seem consistent with or based on reason.
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Rumination and rationalisation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rumination" instead a noun "Rationalisation".

Rumination

Rumination noun - A calm, lengthy, intent consideration.
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Synonyms for Rumination

Rationalisation and rumination are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rationalisation" instead a noun "Rumination".

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