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| ra·tion·al·i·za·tion [ ràshən'li záysh'n, ràshnəli záysh'n ] (plural ra·tion·al·i·za·tions) |
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1. process of rationalizing: the process of rationalizing something, or an instance of rationalizing something
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2. defense mechanism: in psychoanalytic theory, a defense mechanism whereby people attempt to hide their true motivations and emotions by providing reasonable or self-justifying explanations for irrational or unacceptable behavior
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