adjective
Other Word Forms
- reasonedly adverb
- unreasoned adjective
- well-reasoned adjective
Etymology
Origin of reasoned
Example Sentences
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Scottish Labour, who have also tabled a separate motion of no confidence, reasoned that they would have several days to convince the likes of the Greens and Liberal Democrats to come onboard.
From BBC
While investors have reasoned that the Fed is likely to cut rates partly because of concern about employment, the figures aren’t expected to bring a change of course.
From Barron's
In her judgement, Judge Saris said federal agencies had failed to "provide a reasoned explanation for the change" and justification for the new policy.
From BBC
The researchers reasoned that about the same share of people in both groups would have wanted the shingles shot.
From Science Daily
And Stella was his usual calm, reasoned self.
From BBC
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