英语词汇“irrational”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

　

单词	irrational
释义	Trends of irrational View usage for: irrational (ɪræʃənəl) adjective If you describe someone's feelings and behaviour as irrational, you mean they are not based on logical reasons or clear thinking. ...an irrational fear of science. Synonyms: illogical, crazy [informal], silly, absurd More Synonyms of irrational irrationally adverb [ADVERB with verb, ADVERB adjective] The market is behaving irrationally. Some days I feel irrationally anxious. irrationality (ɪræʃənælɪti) uncountable noun ...the irrationality of his behaviour. [+ of] Synonyms: senselessness, absurdity, lack of judgment, illogicality More Synonyms of irrational irrational in British English (ɪˈræʃənəl) adjective 1. inconsistent with reason or logic; illogical; absurd 2. incapable of reasoning 3. mathematics a. not rational b. (as noun) an irrational 4. prosody (in Greek or Latin verse) a. of or relating to a metrical irregularity, usually the occurrence of a long syllable instead of a short one b. denoting a metrical foot where such an irregularity occurs Derived forms irrationally (irˈrationally) adverb irrationalness (irˈrationalness) noun irrational in American English (ɪˈræʃənəl) adjective 1. lacking the power to reason 2. contrary to reason; senseless; unreasonable; absurd 3. Ancient Mathematics designating a real number not expressible as an integer or as a quotient of two integers: √3 and pi are irrational numbers see also rational (sense 4) rational (sense 4a) SYNONYMY NOTE: irrational implies mental unsoundness or may be used to stress the utterly illogical natureof that which is directly contrary to reason [an irrational belief that everybody was his enemy]; unreasonable implies bad judgment, willfulness, prejudice, etc. as responsible for that whichis not justified by reason [unreasonable demands] OPPOSITES: rational, reasonable Derived forms irrationality (irˌrationˈality) (ɪrˈræʃəˈnæləti; ɪˈræʃəˈnæləti) nounWord forms: plural irˌrationˈalities irrationally (irˈrationally) adverb Word origin ME < L irrationalis: see in-2 & rational Examples of 'irrational' in a sentence irrational The problem came when the world was tipped upside down and those frameworks were ill-equipped to making sense of behaviours that were irrational. Times, Sunday Times (2017) Utterly irrational thoughts of contamination have held him hostage. Times, Sunday Times (2014) We then make it worse with our irrational belief that smaller class sizes are vital. Times, Sunday Times (2009) Psychiatrists may suggest that my mental illness was a significant factor explaining my irrational behaviour. Times, Sunday Times (2010) He has irrational exuberance under his very skin. Times, Sunday Times (2013) When people have irrational fears an element of disgust is sometimes involved. Claudia Hammond EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER: A Journey Through the Science of Feelings (2005) These irrational thoughts are called cognitive distortions. Wallace, Louise M & Bundy, Christine Coping with Angina (1990) His behaviour becomes irrational and he forces her to get into his car with him. The Sun (2014) At times of irrational exuberance stock valuations become stretched. Times, Sunday Times (2013) We all have fears of some kind but some fears are irrational and can disrupt our lives. Austin, Valerie Self-Hypnosis (1994) Fellow workers also have their suspicions because his behaviour is irrational and his productivity erratic. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Is irrational fear driving our cultural and political engagement more than it should? Christianity Today (2000) But his plans are thwarted by the irrational behaviour of others. Times, Sunday Times (2012) But this story also plays into our irrational fears about chemicals. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Part of me felt that we needed to delve deeper into why these irrational beliefs had taken hold. Times, Sunday Times (2011) Imagine if we could have identified this irrational exuberance at the time by means of a rigorous test. Times, Sunday Times (2012) It was totally illogical, irrational and there was the the smell of blood in the air. Times, Sunday Times (2013) There is not space here to question the origins of beliefs but overcoming irrational beliefs and expectations is central to managing stress well. Atkinson, Jacqueline M Coping with Stress at Work (1988) Where's the line between irrational exuberance and fraud? Mike Daisey 21 DOG YEARS (2002) He maintains the key to success is managing the inner chimp of fear, emotion and irrational thoughts. The Sun (2014) Take this irrational belief further. Atkinson, Jacqueline M Coping with Stress at Work (1988) For most women, the alarming thoughts and irrational fears caused by the syndrome pass within days or weeks of giving birth. Times, Sunday Times (2013) If your fears are unfounded, your irrational thoughts may stem from an earlier loss, maybe your marriage. The Sun (2012) In other languages irrational British English: irrational ADJECTIVE If you describe someone's feelings and behaviour as irrational, you mean they are not based on logical reasons or clear thinking. ...an irrational fear of science. American English: irrational Brazilian Portuguese: irracional Chinese: 不理性的 European Spanish: irracional French: irrationnel German: irrational Italian: irrazionale Japanese: 不合理な Korean: 비이성적인 European Portuguese: irracional Latin American Spanish: irracional Chinese translation of 'irrational' irrational (ɪˈræʃənl) adj [feelings, behaviour] 无(無)理性的 (wú lǐxìng de) (adjective) in the sense of illogical Definition not based on logical reasoning an irrational fear of science Synonyms illogical his completely illogical arguments crazy (informal) I know it sounds a crazy idea, but hear me out. silly Don't go doing anything silly, now, will you? absurd They go to absurd lengths just to avoid paying a few pounds. foolish It would be foolish to raise hopes unnecessarily. unreasonable unreasonable increases in the price of petrol unwise It would be unwise to expect too much. preposterous The whole idea was preposterous. idiotic What an idiotic thing to say! nonsensical It seemed to me that Sir Robert's arguments were nonsensical. unsound unthinking injudicious Injudicious remarks by bankers were blamed for the devaluation. unreasoning Opposites sound , wise , reasonable , sensible , rational , logical , judicious , circumspect Additional synonyms in the sense of absurd Definition obviously senseless or illogical They go to absurd lengths just to avoid paying a few pounds. Synonyms ridiculous, crazy (informal), silly, incredible, outrageous, foolish, unbelievable, daft (informal), hilarious, ludicrous, meaningless, unreasonable, irrational, senseless, preposterous, laughable, funny, stupid, farcical, illogical, incongruous, comical, zany, idiotic, nonsensical, inane, dumb-ass (slang), cockamamie (slang, US) in the sense of crazy Definition ridiculous I know it sounds a crazy idea, but hear me out. Synonyms ridiculous, wild, absurd, inappropriate, foolish, ludicrous, irresponsible, unrealistic, unwise, senseless, preposterous, potty (British, informal), short-sighted, unworkable, foolhardy, idiotic, nonsensical, half-baked (informal), inane, fatuous, ill-conceived, quixotic, imprudent, impracticable, cockeyed (informal), bird-brained (informal), cockamamie (slang, US), porangi (New Zealand) in the sense of foolish Definition very silly, unwise, or absurd It would be foolish to raise hopes unnecessarily. Synonyms unwise, silly, absurd, rash, unreasonable, senseless, short-sighted, ill-advised, foolhardy, nonsensical, inane, indiscreet, ill-judged, ill-considered, imprudent, unintelligent, asinine, injudicious, incautious Synonyms of 'irrational' irrational Explore 'irrational' in the dictionary Additional synonyms in the sense of idiotic What an idiotic thing to say! Synonyms foolish, crazy, stupid, dumb (informal), daft (informal), senseless, foolhardy, inane, fatuous, loopy (informal), crackpot (informal), unintelligent, asinine, harebrained, dumb-ass (slang), halfwitted in the sense of injudicious Definition showing poor judgment Injudicious remarks by bankers were blamed for the devaluation. Synonyms unwise, foolish, rash, hasty, ill-advised, indiscreet, unthinking, ill-judged, imprudent, inconsiderate, ill-timed, incautious, impolitic, inexpedient in the sense of nonsensical It seemed to me that Sir Robert's arguments were nonsensical. Synonyms senseless, crazy (informal), silly, ridiculous, absurd, foolish, ludicrous, meaningless, irrational, incomprehensible, inane, asinine, cockamamie (slang, US) in the sense of preposterous Definition utterly absurd The whole idea was preposterous. Synonyms ridiculous, bizarre, incredible, outrageous, shocking, impossible, extreme, crazy (informal), excessive, absurd, foolish, ludicrous, extravagant, unthinkable, unreasonable, irrational, monstrous, senseless, out of the question, laughable, exorbitant, nonsensical, risible (formal), asinine, cockamamie (slang, US) in the sense of silly Definition behaving in a foolish or childish way Don't go doing anything silly, now, will you? Synonyms foolish, stupid, unwise, inappropriate, rash, irresponsible, reckless, foolhardy, idiotic, thoughtless, imprudent, inadvisable in the sense of unreasonable Definition unfair and excessive unreasonable increases in the price of petrol Synonyms excessive, steep (informal), exorbitant, unfair, absurd, extravagant, unjust, too great, undue, preposterous, unwarranted, far-fetched, extortionate, uncalled-for, immoderate in the sense of unwise Definition foolish It would be unwise to expect too much. Synonyms foolish, stupid, silly, rash, irresponsible, reckless, senseless, short-sighted, ill-advised, foolhardy, inane, indiscreet, ill-judged, ill-considered, imprudent, inadvisable, asinine, injudicious, improvident, impolitic
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