reasoned

Definitions

Based on or derived from logical thinking or sound judgment.

Thought out or formulated in a careful, systematic, or rational manner.

Examples

The detective reasoned that the thief must have entered through the window.

She reasoned with her younger brother until he finally agreed to share his toys.

Synonyms

logical rational well-founded analytical thought-out sensible cogent

Antonyms

irrational illogical unfounded emotional thoughtless impulsive unreasonable