LOGICAL

coherent, consistent, logical, ordered

(adjective) marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts; “a coherent argument”

logical

(adjective) capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning; “a logical mind”

coherent, logical, lucid

(adjective) capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner; “a lucid thinker”; “she was more coherent than she had been just after the accident”

legitimate, logical

(adjective) based on known statements or events or conditions; “rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

logical (comparative more logical, superlative most logical)

(not comparable) In agreement with the principles of logic.

Reasonable.

(not comparable) Of or pertaining to logic.

(computing) Non-physical or conceptual yet underpinned by something physical or actual.

Antonyms

• illogical

Source: Wiktionary


Log"ic*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. logique, L. logicus, Gr.

1. Of or pertaining to logic; used in logic; as, logical subtilties. Bacon.

2. According to the rules of logic; as, a logical argument or inference; the reasoning is logical. Prior.

3. Skilled in logic; versed in the art of thinking and reasoning; as, he is a logical thinker. Addison.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

27 December 2024

OBLIGATE

(adjective) restricted to a particular condition of life; “an obligate anaerobe can survive only in the absence of oxygen”


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The first coffee-house in Mecca dates back to the 1510s. The beverage was in Turkey by the 1530s. It appeared in Europe circa 1515-1519 and was introduced to England by 1650. By 1675 the country had more than 3,000 coffee houses, and coffee had replaced beer as a breakfast drink.

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