ratiocination

Meanings

• noun

  process of reasoning or inferring, especially the intellectual process of forming a judgment.

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Variants

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ratiocination , ratiocinations , ratiocinative

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Etymology

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from Latin ratiocinari, to reason, calculate

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Trivia

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1. The word 'ratiocination' first appeared in English in the 16th century.

2. The term 'ratiocination' comes from the Latin word 'ratiocinari', which means 'to reckon' or 'to reason'.

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Related Concepts

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1. reasoning: The ability to use logic and evidence to arrive at a conclusion or make a decision.

2. critical thinking: The ability to analyze information and arguments, and to make sound judgments based on evidence and reasoning.

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Culture

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In literature, 'ratiocination' is often used to describe the thought processes of detective characters. In philosophy, it is a fundamental concept in logic and critical thinking.

How to Memorize "ratiocination"

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   - Imagine a person sitting at a table, deep in thought, with a stack of papers and a quill pen. This person is engaging in 'ratiocination', using logic and reason to solve a complex problem.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym R-A-T-I-O-C-I-N-A-T-I-O-N to remember the meaning: Reasoning And Thinking In Orderly Notions.

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