reasonable

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rea·son·able | \ ˈrēz-nə-bəl

, ˈrē-zᵊn-ə-bəl \

Definition of reasonable

1a : being in accordance with reason a reasonable theory

b : not extreme or excessive reasonable requests

c : moderate, fair a reasonable chance a reasonable price

d : inexpensive

2a : having the faculty of reason

b : possessing sound judgment a reasonable man

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Other Words from reasonable

reasonability \ ˌrēz-nə-ˈbi-lə-tē

, ˌrē-zᵊn-ə- \ noun

reasonableness \ ˈrēz-nə-bəl-nəs

, ˈrē-zᵊn-ə- \ noun

reasonably \ ˈrēz-nə-blē

, ˈrē-zᵊn-ə- \ adverb

Examples of reasonable in a Sentence

We have reasonable cause not to believe him. She offered a reasonable compromise. It's not reasonable to expect perfect weather. Please be more reasonable. There is no way I'll be able to finish all this work in so little time. A reasonable man would not expect such a thing. Our boss has reasonable expectations of his employees. The team has a reasonable chance of winning. He makes a reasonable amount of money. The store's prices are reasonable. The hotel offers excellent accommodations at reasonable rates.

Recent Examples on the Web In order to convict Chauvin of second-degree murder, prosecutors will need to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Chauvin caused Floyd's death while committing or attempting to commit a related felony, in this case third-degree assault. — Erin Donaghue, CBS News, "Live Updates: Police training expert to continue testimony in Derek Chauvin trial," 7 Apr. 2021 Nelson rose for his opening statement, which lasted about 20 minutes, and emphasized the importance of reasonable doubt. — Rochelle Olson, Star Tribune, "Witness: Derek Chauvin purposely shifted weight to add pressure on George Floyd's neck," 29 Mar. 2021 To get a guilty verdict, prosecutors have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Chauvin caused Floyd's death. — Eric Levenson, CNN, "Derek Chauvin is on trial for George Floyd's death. America's criminal justice system is not," 28 Mar. 2021 Prosecutors are never required to prove motive in a case of intentional murder; all the law calls for is proof beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused intended to kill. — Andrew C. Mccarthy, National Review, "Al-Issa Makes First Court Appearance in Boulder," 25 Mar. 2021 Justice Department prosecutors could struggle to find enough evidence to prove a conspiracy beyond reasonable doubt. — David Rohde, The New Yorker, "Garland Is the Last, Best Chance to Uncover Trump’s Role on January 6th," 21 Mar. 2021 Even then, two officials must agree beyond a reasonable doubt that the signature is significantly different to disqualify it. — Michael R. Blood And Kathleen Ronayne, USA TODAY, "As signature collection ends, California heads toward recall of Gavin Newsom," 16 Mar. 2021 Over the course of his sentence, Payne’s legal team has hit several roadblocks while seeking clemency — despite evidence that, at the very least, creates ample reasonable doubt. — Asia Ewart, refinery29.com, "What To Know About Pervis Payne, Who Maintains His Innocence While Awaiting Execution," 15 Mar. 2021 Still, defense attorneys who aren’t connected to the case say all Nelson has to do is raise reasonable doubt in a single juror’s mind. — Fox News, "Floyd’s cause of death, ex-cop’s force will be keys at trial," 8 Mar. 2021

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