rationalaccount
nounUK /ˈræʃənəl əˈkaʊnt/
US /ˈræʃənəl əˈkaʊnt/
A clear explanation that makes sense and is based on good thinking.
The teacher gave a rational account of why the experiment worked.
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2. A financial report that is organized and easy to understand.
The manager prepared a rational account of the company's spending.
3. A story or description that follows clear, sensible steps.
Her rational account of the events helped everyone understand what happened.
4. An explanation that is free from strong emotion or bias.
He stayed calm and gave a rational account of the argument.