Reasonably

Definition

Reasonably pertains to a manner that is fair, logical, or appropriate given the circumstances.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈriːzənəbli/
• Respelling: REE-zuh-nuh-blee (with "REE" as in "see," "zuh" as a neutral sound, "nuh" as in "nut," and "blee" as in "glibly")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈriːzənəbli/
• Respelling: REE-zuh-nuh-blee (similar to American English, with "REE" as in "see," "zuh" as a neutral sound, "nuh" as in "nut," and "blee" as in "glibly")

In both dialects, "reasonably" is pronounced with the stress on the first syllable, "REE." The pronunciation is consistent across both American and British English, clearly articulating each component of the word with emphasis on the "REE" syllable.

Etymology

Derived from the word "reasonable", which originates from the Old French "raisonable", meaning "sensible, moderate, suitable." Over time, the term adapted to describe actions or thoughts that align with reason or logic. The suffix "-ly" is added to turn an adjective into an adverb, thus forming "reasonably".

Derivatives

• Reasonableness
• Unreasonably
• Reason
• Reasoner
• Reasoning

Synonyms

• Fairly
• Sensibly
• Justly

Antonyms

• Unreasonably
• Irrationally
• Illogically

Usage

Reasonably is commonly used to describe actions, decisions, or thoughts that are deemed appropriate or justified given certain conditions or circumstances.

Related Terms

• Rational
• Logical
• Sensible

Detailed Definition

Adverb

• In a fair, moderate, or logical manner.
• Example: The shirt was reasonably priced, so I bought it.

• To a degree that is fairly good or considerable.
• Example: She performed reasonably well on the test.

• With sound judgment; sensibly.
• Example: One can reasonably assume that he will attend the meeting.