Rationalize

v. t.	1.	To make rational; also, to convert to rationalism.
	2.	To interpret in the manner of a rationalist.
	3.	To form a rational conception of.
	4.	(Alg.) To render rational; to free from radical signs or quantities.
v. i.	1.	To use, and rely on, reason in forming a theory, belief, etc., especially in matters of religion: to accord with the principles of rationalism. Theodore . . . is justly considered the chief rationalizing doctor of antiquity. - J. H. Newman.

Verb	1.	rationalize - defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning; "rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior"; "he rationalized his lack of success" Synonyms: apologise, apologize, rationalise, justify, excuse
	2.	rationalize - weed out unwanted or unnecessary things; "We had to lose weight, so we cut the sugar from our diet" Synonyms: prune, rationalise, cut
	3.	rationalize - structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results; "We rationalized the factory's production and raised profits" Synonyms: rationalise
	4.	rationalize - think rationally; employ logic or reason; "When one wonders why one is doing certain things, one should rationalize" Synonyms: rationalise
	5.	rationalize - remove irrational quantities from; "This function can be rationalized" Synonyms: rationalise

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