reasonablebases

noun

UK /ˈriːzənəbl ˈbeɪsɪz/

US /ˈrizənəbl ˈbeɪsɪz/

Good reasons that make sense for believing or doing something.

The teacher had reasonablebases for thinking the class was ready for the test.

SYNONYMS

good reasons sound grounds valid justifications sensible foundations

RELATED WORDS

evidence logic justification rationale support

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Fair and sensible starting points for a discussion or plan.

The team agreed on reasonablebases before making their decision.

3. Acceptable foundations for a legal or official claim.

The lawyer showed reasonablebases for the appeal.

4. Everyday, practical reasons that most people would accept.

There were reasonablebases for moving the meeting to Friday.