Synonyms of rationalizes

rationalizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of rationalize

as in explains

to give the reason for or cause of

rationalized his decision to buy the new car by noting that it was more fuel efficient than his old vehicle

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explains
• justifies
• attributes
• accounts (for)
• condones
• forgives
• exonerates
• absolves
• explains away
• excuses
• vindicates
• exculpates
• acquits

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rationalizes

Patchett rationalizes Mary’s decision by establishing that Nutmeg was old. — Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026

But since neo-Brandeisian thought rejects economics as a pseudo-science that rationalizes the desires of capital owners, that objection carries little weight. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026

But as another voter rationalizes, the sheer size of the ballot will do more harm than good in the long run. — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026

One pattern rationalizes exploitation and disguises harm as the price of progress. — Valerie L. Myers, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026

Sole rationalizes that Nike faces a much tougher competitive landscape. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019