rational
Pronunciation:
/ˈɹæʃ(ə)nəl//ˈɹæʃ(ə)nəl/noun
Definitions
A rational number: a number that can be expressed as the quotient of two integers.
Example: The quotient of two rationals is again a rational.
adjective
Definitions
Capable of reasoning.
Example: Man is a rational creature.
Logically sound; not contradictory or otherwise absurd.
Example: His statements were quite rational.
(of a person or personal characteristics) Healthy or balanced intellectually; exhibiting reasonableness.
Example: rational conduct
Of a number, capable of being expressed as the ratio of two integers.
Example: ¾ is a rational number, but √2 is an irrational number.