logical

adjective

ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce logical (audio)
Definition of logicalnext
1
as in rational
according to the rules of logic the lawyer won the case with a logical argument about the motives of the suspect

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2
as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information that's the logical choice under the circumstances

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Recent Examples of logical Physical operations are the next logical space, and manufacturing companies and facility management firms are already deploying agentic AI in operational workflows. — Krish Ghosh, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 With the expanding Haitian population in the Dominican Republic, the next logical step in many citizens’ minds is a national education policy. — Kendall Medford, The Conversation, 25 Sep. 2026 As of July 2026, the current record is just under 100 logical qubits. — Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 22 Sep. 2026 Staffers would include a project description so specific that Navatek would be the only logical pick. — William Turton, ProPublica, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for logical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for logical
  1. rational
  2. reasonable
  3. coherent
  4. reasoned
  5. valid
  6. sensible
  7. good
Adjective
  • Humans, in contrast, have souls that are additionally capable of rational thought.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Investing more heavily in technology, shifting resources to a newer product line or exiting an activity with poor long-term economics are rational decisions.
    — Erik Clarke, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of rational
Adjective
  • Our responsibility is to provide accurate medical information, compassionate counseling and the full range of medically reasonable options so patients can make informed decisions consistent with their values.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • North Carolina has embraced pro-economic growth policies, like lower taxes and reasonable regulations.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • While the first version of OpenAI’s GPT language model could barely write a few paragraphs of coherent text, its newest models can solve mathematics problems that have stumped humans for the better part of a century.
    — Alyson Shontell, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Toward the most coherent expression of the California possibility.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of coherent
Adjective
  • In layman’s terms, critical thinking is the ability to think independently by questioning claims, weighing evidence, and making reasoned judgments.
    — Ted Ladd, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Definition of reasoned
Adjective
  • Indeed, there can be valid reasons for high-net-worth individuals and families to do a Section 351 exchange, said Joshua Norman, principal in the Bardstown, Kentucky, office of Cerity Partners.
    — Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • To win the presidency in the first round, a candidate must receive more than half of the valid votes cast, excluding blank and null ballots.
    — Katie Angell Britannica Editors Oct. 2, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of valid
Adjective
  • Put your resources toward what feels meaningful, not merely sensible.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Sun is worth being sensible about, since sun exposure over time can add dark spots and contribute to visual signs of aging.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of sensible
Adjective
  • Lucy’s constant sense of invention sometimes falters under the album’s new, megawatt spotlight, lacking the enticing mystery that gives their best music its power.
    — H.D. Angel, Pitchfork, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Among those surveyed, Latinos who didn’t vote in 2024 were more likely than those who had voted to have economic frustrations, like struggling to earn enough money or find a good job.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2026
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“Logical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/logical. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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