logical

adjective

log·​i·​cal ˈlä-ji-kəl 

1

a(1)

: of, relating to, involving, or being in accordance with logic

a logical conclusion

(2)

: skilled in logic

b

: formally true or valid : analytic, deductive

a logical statement

2

: capable of reasoning or of using reason in an orderly cogent fashion

a logical thinker

logicality

ˌlä-jə-ˈka-lə-tē 

noun

logically

ˈlä-ji-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

logicalness

ˈlä-ji-kəl-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of logical

• rational
• reasonable
• coherent
• valid
• sensible
• good

Examples of logical in a Sentence

Since she helped us before, it's logical to assume that she'll help us again.

He seems to be a logical choice for the job.

She wasn't able to give me a logical explanation for her behavior.

Recent Examples on the Web

Baratz believes that with its latest acquistion D-Wave can get that ratio down to 25 to 100 physical qubits per logical qubit. —Jim Edwards, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026

This logical line of thinking may very well bear fruit. —Big Think, 17 Feb. 2026

The next logical extension then was into accessories, Ridley said. —Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026

Running for president was a logical next step for Jackson, given his ubiquitousness in American life. —Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Phrases Containing logical

• logical positivism
• pre-logical

Rhymes for logical

• aetiological
• anthropological
• archaeological
• axiological
• climatological
• deontological
• dermatological
• eschatological
• etiological
• etymological
• gerontological
• glaciological

Kids Definition

logical

adjective

log·​i·​cal ˈläj-i-kəl 

1

: of or relating to logic : used in logic

2

: according to the rules of logic

a logical argument

3

: skilled in logic

a logical thinker

4

: being in agreement with what may be reasonably expected

a logical result of an action

logically

-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

logicalness

-kəl-nəs 

noun