The Opposite(Antonym) of “reason”
The antonyms of reason are unreason and irrationality. The antonyms unreason and irrationality convey a lack of logic, rationality, or sound judgment.
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Definitions and Examples of unreason, irrationality
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lack of reason or logic; irrationality.
Example
His decision to quit his job without any backup plan was an act of unreason.
The state of being illogical, unreasonable, or lacking sound judgment.
Example
Her fear of flying was based on irrationality rather than facts or statistics.
Key Differences: unreason vs irrationality
- 1Unreason is a noun that describes a lack of reason or logic.
- 2Irrationality is a noun that describes the state of being illogical or lacking sound judgment.
Effective Usage of unreason, irrationality
- 1Critical Thinking: Use reason to make logical and informed decisions.
- 2Problem-Solving: Identify unreason and irrationality as obstacles to finding solutions.
- 3Debate and Argumentation: Use these antonyms to challenge or refute arguments that lack logic or evidence.
Remember this!
The antonyms unreason and irrationality describe a lack of logic, reason, or sound judgment. Use reason to make informed decisions, identify unreason and irrationality as obstacles to problem-solving, and challenge arguments that lack logic or evidence.