logical
Making sense because it is based on clear and good thinking.
Following clear and valid reasoning so that the idea, plan, or argument makes sense and its parts fit together.
Describes a person who thinks in a clear and careful way and makes good, sensible decisions.
Describing a person who tends to think in a clear, structured, and reasonable way, especially when solving problems or making decisions.
Showing that something is the normal or expected result of what came before.
Describing something, such as a result, step, or choice, that naturally and predictably follows from what has already happened or is already known.
About the rules of thinking used in math, philosophy, or computers, not about feelings or everyday life.
Relating to formal logic or to the abstract rules of reasoning used in fields such as mathematics, philosophy, and computer science.
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it's only logical (that ...)
1it makes complete sense that
Used to say that something is completely reasonable and expected in a situation.
- Its only logical that prices will rise if demand keeps increasing.
- You studied hard, so its only logical that you passed the exam.
- After such a long journey, its only logical that youre tired.
logical choice
1most sensible option
The option that makes the most sense in a situation because of clear reasons.
- Given her experience, she was the logical choice for the job.
- For a family of five, a minivan is the logical choice.
- With your love of nature, moving to the countryside seems like a logical choice.
logical conclusion
1result that clearly follows
A result or belief that clearly follows from the facts or reasons you have.
- If all the shops are closed, the logical conclusion is that its a public holiday.
- The logical conclusion from these figures is that our sales strategy is not working.
- From her silence, he drew the logical conclusion that she agreed.
logical consequence
1natural result of an action
A result that clearly and naturally happens because of an action or situation.
- In this case, a fine is the logical consequence of breaking the law.
- Losing customer trust was the logical consequence of the data breach.
- For children, missing playtime can be a logical consequence of not doing homework.
logical progression
1clear, sensible sequence of stages
A series of steps or stages that follow one another in a clear and sensible order.
- The chapters follow a logical progression from theory to practice.
- The film lacks a logical progression, so the story is hard to follow.
- Her career shows a logical progression from intern to director.
logical reasoning
1clear, step-by-step thinking
Thinking in a clear, ordered way to reach a conclusion from facts or rules.
- The test measures your logical reasoning, not your memory.
- Children develop logical reasoning skills at different ages.
- Good lawyers rely on strong logical reasoning as well as persuasion.
perfectly logical
1completely reasonable and sensible
Used to strongly say that something makes complete sense and is based on clear thinking.
- Your fear is perfectly logical after what happened.
- Its perfectly logical to ask questions if you dont understand.
- From his point of view, the decision was perfectly logical.
the logical next step
1the natural thing to do next
The action or change that most clearly and naturally should happen after earlier actions or events.
- After launching in Europe, expansion to the US was the logical next step.
- For many students, getting a masters degree is the logical next step.
- Once you have saved enough money, buying a small flat is the logical next step.
to its logical conclusion
1continue something to its natural end
To carry an idea, plan, or process on until it reaches the final result that clearly follows from it.
- The committee has promised to pursue the investigation to its logical conclusion.
- If we take your argument to its logical conclusion, nobody would ever retire.
- The project was never taken to its logical conclusion because funding was cut.
logical fallacy
1error in logical reasoning
A mistake in how reasons are used to support a point, so the logic of the argument does not really work.
- The video explains five common logical fallacies found in online debates.
- Calling someone a hypocrite is not a logical fallacy by itself; it depends on how the point is used.
logical fallacy
2error in logical reasoning
A mistake in thinking where the steps of an argument are wrong, even if the result might look true.
- Saying that something is popular so it must be right is a common logical fallacy.
- The teacher asked us to find the logical fallacy in the argument.
- His speech sounded impressive, but it was full of logical fallacies.