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Comparative
more reasonable
Superlative
most reasonable
1
(of a person) showing good judgment and acting by reason
- A reasonable man would consider all sides before deciding.
- She is a reasonable person who listens carefully to others.
- He handled the conflict like a reasonable individual.
- A reasonable judge weighs evidence without bias.
- They sought advice from a reasonable and experienced friend.
Antonyms:
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moderate in amount or quality
- The restaurant offers a reasonable portion size for each meal.
- The price for the repairs was considered reasonable given the extent of the damage.
- The hotel is known for its reasonable rates and great service.
- They reached a reasonable compromise after hours of negotiation.
- The restaurant offers reasonable prices for its delicious meals.
3
demonstrating sensible judgment or fairness in decision-making
- The judge made a reasonable decision based on the evidence presented in court.
- It's reasonable to expect employees to complete their assigned tasks within the given deadline.
- It's reasonable to assume that prices will increase during peak season.
- Asking for a day off to attend a family event seems like a reasonable request.
- It's not reasonable to expect someone to work overtime without compensation.
Synonyms:
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satisfactory or adequate in a given situation
- She gave a reasonable performance in the audition.
- There’s a reasonable chance of success if we stay focused.
- The hotel provided reasonable accommodations for the price.
- His explanation was reasonable, given the circumstances.