logical

adjective

ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce logical (audio)
Definition of logicalnext
1
as in rational
according to the rules of logic the lawyer won the case with a logical argument about the motives of the suspect

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2
as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information that's the logical choice under the circumstances

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Recent Examples of logical The nearer marker is Saturday Night’s Main Event in New York, a logical stage to push the story forward. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Having the system active led to a 20 percent increase in the ability to detect and correct errors in the logical qubits. — John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026 His friend, Andy Beals of Overland Park, assumed the same, a logical hunch given the city’s reputation for smoking meats. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026 While logical on paper, Akbasaran has identified a major operational flaw. — Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for logical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
  1. rational
  2. reasonable
  3. coherent
  4. reasoned
  5. valid
  6. sensible
  7. good
Adjective
  • In an article for Marie Claire, Rapinoe trotted out several common left-wing talking points aimed at scaring rational-thinking people into believing that keeping males out of women's sports is somehow bad for girls and women.
    — Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026
  • While shocking, the Australian Space Agency said there’s a completely rational, albeit cosmic, explanation.
    — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Definition of rational
Adjective
  • Judging by the latest Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, that seems a reasonable assumption.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 July 2026
  • The political statements made in Nolan’s version are the same ones made in Homer’s poem, or at the very least a reasonable interpretation of the anti-war sentiments therein.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • Editorially, the biggest challenge was giving the film a coherent throughline that interpreted the events for audiences in a comprehensible and entertaining way.
    — Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026
  • But expansion that reinforces a coherent brand thesis and solves an actual customer need?
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of coherent
Adjective
  • None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
  • This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.
    — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2026
Definition of reasoned
Adjective
  • The deal is valid at participating Wendy's locations nationwide for dine-in, carry out and via the drive-thru for orders placed on the Wendy's app or website.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 18 July 2026
  • By exposing the model to multiple valid solutions, GIFT broadens its understanding of how CAD designs can be constructed.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026
Definition of valid
Adjective
  • With the loss of local NBC affiliates, Telemundo, nine regional sports channels, and 32 national channels, Fubo made the sensible but rare decision to lower subscription prices in December.
    — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026
  • Roseman’s decision to bring back Goedert and pair him with a draft pick (second-round pick Eli Stowers) and inexpensive free agents was a more sensible solution.
    — Zach Berman, New York Times, 16 July 2026
Definition of sensible
Adjective
  • Norway enjoyed their best World Cup ever, reaching the quarter-finals and beating Brazil along the way, and Haaland was at the centre of their success.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Apart from Luke, the crew has a good-ish day welcoming Suzanne, Amy, and the bachelors onboard.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 July 2026
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