B1 — Intermediateadjective
razionale
rational, logical, level-headed
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
logicoanaliticopragmaticocalcolatorefreddo
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
emotivoirrazionaleimpulsivoistintivosentimentale
Usage note
'Razionale' is positive (logical, well-reasoned). 'Analitico' emphasises analysis. 'Pragmatico' focuses on practical outcomes. 'Calcolatore' can be negative (coldly calculating). 'Freddo' in this sense means emotionally detached.
Example
"Ha preso una decisione razionale, senza farsi condizionare dalle emozioni."
"He made a rational decision, without being influenced by emotions."
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