Basic Details
Word: Reasonable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Fair and sensible; not extreme or excessive.
Synonyms: Rational, logical, moderate, fair
Antonyms: Unreasonable, illogical, extreme, unfair
Idioms and Phrases
- Reasonable doubt: A standard of proof used in criminal trials indicating that there is a significant uncertainty about a person's guilt. Example: "The jury found him not guilty due to reasonable doubt."
- Reasonable person standard: A legal standard used to determine how an average person would act in a certain situation. Example: "In assessing the case, the court considered what a reasonable person would do under similar conditions."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It is reasonable to expect students to complete their homework on time.
Example 2: The price of the new game was reasonable, so I decided to buy it.
Example 3: She made a reasonable choice by opting for a salad instead of fries.
Fun Fact
The word "reasonable" comes from the Latin word "rationabilis", which means 'based on reason'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century.
Famous Quote
"A thing is right when it tends to preserve the integrity, stability, and beauty of the biotic community. It is wrong when it tends otherwise." Aldo Leopold.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "reasonable" mean?
a) Very expensive
b) Fair and sensible
c) Completely absurd
d) Unfair
Answer: b) Fair and sensible
2. Which of these is a synonym of "reasonable"?
a) Extreme
b) Unfair
c) Rational
d) Senseless
Answer: c) Rational
3. Which is an antonym of "reasonable"?
a) Logical
b) Fair
c) Unreasonable
d) Moderate
Answer: c) Unreasonable
4. Which sentence uses "reasonable" correctly?
a) She made a reasonable decision by studying for her exam.
b) The reasonable dog barked loudly at the mailman.
c) He was unreasonable for eating the whole cake in one bite.
d) They decided it was reasonable to swim in the snow.
Answer: a) She made a reasonable decision by studying for her exam.
5. Which idiom refers to a standard of proof in legal contexts?
a) Reasonable doubt
b) Reasonable person standard
c) As clear as day
d) A penny for your thoughts
Answer: a) Reasonable doubt
