ˈræʃnəlaɪz v. (also -ise) 1 a tr.
offer or subconsciously
adopt a
rational but
specious explanation of (one's
behaviour or attitude). b intr.
explain one's behaviour or
attitude in
this way. 2 tr.
make logical and consistent. 3 tr. make (a
business etc.)
more efficient by reorganizing it to
reduce or
eliminate waste of
labour,
time, or materials. 4 tr. (often foll. by away) explain or explain
away rationally. 5 tr.
Math.
clear of surds. 6 intr. be or
act as a rationalist. øørationalization n. rationalizer n.