nonrational

adjective

ˌnän-ˈrash-nəl How to pronounce nonrational (audio)
Definition of nonrationalnext
as in irrational
not using or following good reasoning was so upset that he was completely nonrational for a moment

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  1. irrational
  2. unreasonable
  3. illegitimate
Adjective
  • After a turbulent period of irrational exuberance followed by skepticism, the creator economy appears poised for its second major growth cycle, with M&A activity forecast to accelerate significantly in 2025.
    Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Now comes a cataclysm in the country’s foremost blue state that is traceable, in part, to irrational progressive priorities and may prove a millstone around the neck of one of the foremost talents on the Democratic bench, California governor Gavin Newsom.
    Rich Lowry, National Review, 15 Jan. 2025
Definition of irrational
Adjective
  • In the comments, many people criticized the niece for disregarding her uncle's feelings and making an unreasonable request.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Most Canadians supported the move and opposed the weekslong blockades, but the Federal Court of Canada ruled last year that the use of the powers was unreasonable.
    Amanda Coletta The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of unreasonable
Adjective
  • The United States Congress has a long tradition of not recognizing illegitimate regimes.
    Nana Sajaia, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Here's why there are still some Riley and Gooch obtained nearly $3.3 million in illegitimate proceeds from AHCCCS, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
    Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of illegitimate
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nonrational

nonrealistic

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