logical

[loj-i-kuhl]

adjective

1. according to or agreeing with the principles of logic.

   a logical inference.

   Synonyms: valid
   Antonyms: unreasonable

2. reasoning in accordance with the principles of logic, as a person or the mind.

   logical thinking.

   Antonyms: unreasonable

3. reasonable; to be expected.

   War was the logical consequence of such threats.

   Synonyms: valid
   Antonyms: unreasonable

4. of or relating to logic.

logical

/ ˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

adjective

1. relating to, used in, or characteristic of logic

2. using, according to, or deduced from the principles of logic

   a logical conclusion

3. capable of or characterized by clear or valid reasoning

4. reasonable or necessary because of facts, events, etc

   the logical candidate

5. computing of, performed by, used in, or relating to the logic circuits in a computer

Other Word Forms

• logicality noun
• logicalness noun
• logically adverb
• hyperlogical adjective
• hyperlogicalness noun
• hyperlogicality noun
• nonlogical adjective
• nonlogicalness noun
• nonlogicality noun
• overlogical adjective
• overlogicalness noun
• overlogicality noun
• prelogical adjective
• quasi-logical adjective
• superlogical adjective
• superlogicality noun
• unlogical adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of logical¹

From the Medieval Latin word logicālis, dating back to 1490–1500; logic, -al ¹

Example Sentences

Speaking of football, how could a logical economist like El-Erian root for the hapless Jets, who have the worst record in the NFL over the past decade?

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Speaking of football, how could a logical economist like El-Erian root for the hapless Jets, who have the worst record in the NFL over the past decade?

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If the system detects signs of acute distress, it will now switch to more logical rather than emotional responses.

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To date, the company has deployed the most quantum computers in the world, including at least 25 systems with over 100 logical qubits.

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Grossi said on Wednesday it would not be "logical" for a resolution to prompt less cooperation with his agency.

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Related Words

• cogent 
• coherent 
• compelling 
• consistent 
• convincing 
• intelligent 
• legitimate 
• lucid 
• necessary 
• obvious 
• plausible 
• rational 
• reasonable 
• relevant 
• sensible 
• valid 
• wise