irrationality
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əˈnæl noun, plural ir·ra·tion·al·i·ties for 2.
1.
the quality or condition of being irrational.
2.
an irrational, illogical, or absurd action, thought, etc.
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irrationality or irrationalism (ɪˌræʃəˈnælɪtɪ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the state or quality of being irrational |
| 2. | irrational thought, action, or behaviour |
| irrationalism or irrationalism | |
| —n | |
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Irrationality
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Example sentences
The darkest side seems to be the extreme irrationality of people.
Irrationality in social action must be replaced by careful planning as to which strategies are selected to attain specific goals.
We're stuck in this world of corruption, imperfection, and emotional irrationality.
Point out the irrationality of my arguments, please.
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