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irrationally, adv.|ɪˈræʃənəlɪ|
[f. irrational + -ly2.]
In an irrational manner; in a way devoid of or contrary to reason; absurdly.
1652Gaule Magastrom. 295 An effect of his rationally perswading art, quite contrary to the other, irrationally prognosticating. 1668Wilkins Real Char. iv. vi. 444 These Genders are irrationally applyed. 1753N. Torriano Gangr. Sore Throat 76 Very odd in her Head, talking irrationally. 1841W. Spalding Italy & It. Isl. III. 42 The wrecks of this irrationally brave multitude next defended the city.
b. Gr. Pros. See irrational a. 4.
1883Jebb Œdipus Tyrannus p. lxxiii, The anacrusis..is a really short syllable serving ‘irrationally’ as a long one. |