apparently rational

Frequency: 5.83.1 per million words

seeming to be rational, but perhaps not

rationalADVERB + rational

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apparently

Examples (10)

  • His explanation was apparently rational, but I still felt something was off.
  • The committee presented an apparently rational solution, which later proved unworkable.
  • She maintained an apparently rational demeanor despite the chaos around her.
  • Although the argument seemed apparently rational, it was built on flawed assumptions.
  • They were seeking an apparently rational justification for their emotional decision.
  • The machine's decisions were apparently rational until it started malfunctioning.
  • He tried to give an apparently rational reason for his sudden departure.
  • From a distance, the system appeared apparently rational, but close inspection revealed its flaws.
  • The leader's actions were apparently rational, designed to mislead the public.
  • It's difficult to argue with someone who presents an apparently rational but ultimately illogical viewpoint.