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Logical

/ˈlɒdʒɪkəɫ/

In agreement with the principles of logic.

📖 Definitions of "Logical"

adjective
  1. 1

    In agreement with the principles of logic.

  2. 2

    Reasonable.

  3. 3

    Of or pertaining to logic.

  4. 4

    Non-physical or conceptual yet underpinned by something physical or actual.

    "Logical memory appears contiguous to an application program, but may well be stored on several physical devices, including in RAM and on hard-disks, as determined by the operating system."

🔄 Synonyms of "Logical"

14 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
sensiblenounActing with or showing good sense; able to make good judgements based on reason or wisdom, or reflecting such ability.
rationalnounCapable of reasoning.
legitimateverbIn accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements.
reasonableNot excessive or immoderate; within due limits; proper.
coherentOrderly, logical and consistent.
orderlynounNeat and tidy; possessing order.
orderedIn order, not messy, tidy.
discursive(of speech or writing) Tending to digress from the main point.
validAcceptable, proper or correct; in accordance with the rules.
formalnounOfficial.
consistentnounOf a regularly occurring, dependable nature.
dianoeticPertaining to reason or thinking; intellectual.
ratiocinativePertaining to or characterized by ratiocination, discursive thinking, or inferential knowledge.
lucidnounClear; easily understood.

↔️ Antonyms of "Logical"

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WordDefinition
illogicalContrary to logic; lacking sense or sound reasoning.
unlogical(rare) Not logical; illogical

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Logical"

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WordDefinition
ratiocinativePertaining to or characterized by ratiocination, discursive thinking, or inferential knowledge.
rationalCapable of reasoning.
reasonableNot excessive or immoderate; within due limits; proper.
dianoeticPertaining to reason or thinking; intellectual.
sensibleActing with or showing good sense; able to make good judgements based on reason or wisdom, or reflecting such ability.
formalOfficial.
validAcceptable, proper or correct; in accordance with the rules.
coherentOrderly, logical and consistent.
consistentOf a regularly occurring, dependable nature.
legitimateIn accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements.
lucidClear; easily understood.
orderedIn order, not messy, tidy.
orderlyNeat and tidy; possessing order.
discursive(of speech or writing) Tending to digress from the main point.
logicnoun(uncountable) A method of human thought that involves thinking in a linear, step-by-step manner about how a problem can be solved. Logic is the basis of many principles including the scientific method.
rationalenounAn explanation of the basis or fundamental reasons for something.
reasoningnoun(uncountable) The deduction of inferences or interpretations from premises, abstract thought, ratiocination; (countable) any instance of this, especially as a process leading to an action, motive.
understandableCapable of being understood; comprehensible.
comprehensibleAble to be comprehended.
meaningfulHaving meaning, significant.

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