Unreasoning — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈrēz-niŋ/ un·rea·son·ing

Meaning & Definition of Unreasoning

Unreasoning (adjective)

  1. not reasoning; especially, not moderated or controlled by reason

Unreasoning (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not using or following good reasoning

    "an unreasoning argument based on some false assumptions"

    similar: fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational, unreasonable, unsound, weak
    related: eristic, misleading, sophistic, specious, half-baked, ill-advised, misguided, unconsidered, unreasoned, inconsistent, absurd, asinine, foolish, meaningless, nonsensical, preposterous, reasonless, senseless, silly, Kafkaesque, odd, peculiar, strange, surreal, unusual, weird, insane, mad, nutty, wacky, disordered, disorganized, rambling, random, unconvincing, inexplicable, unaccountable, unexplainable
    opposite: logical, rational, reasonable, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded
    near: commonsense, sane, sensible, sober, wise, enlightened, informed, just, justified, reasoned, ordered, organized, clear, cogent, compelling, convincing, credible, persuasive, plausible, satisfying, solid, certain, sure, true, confirmed, corroborated, demonstrated, established, substantiated, validated

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unreasoning

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unreasoning:

fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational, unreasonable, unsound, weak

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unreasoning

Words with the opposite meaning of Unreasoning:

logical, rational, reasonable, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded

Related Words for Unreasoning

eristic, misleading, sophistic, specious, half-baked, ill-advised, misguided, unconsidered, unreasoned, inconsistent, absurd, asinine, foolish, meaningless, nonsensical, preposterous, reasonless, senseless, silly, Kafkaesque, odd, peculiar, strange, surreal, unusual, weird, insane, mad, nutty, wacky

Near Antonyms of Unreasoning

commonsense, sane, sensible, sober, wise, enlightened, informed, just, justified, reasoned, ordered, organized, clear, cogent, compelling, convincing, credible, persuasive, plausible, satisfying, solid, certain, sure, true, confirmed, corroborated, demonstrated, established, substantiated, validated

Word Forms of Unreasoning

Derived words: unreasoningly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Unreasoning

First known use: 1677

Frequently Asked Questions about Unreasoning

What does "Unreasoning" mean?

"Unreasoning" means not reasoning; especially, not moderated or controlled by reason. As an adjective, it is defined as: not reasoning; especially, not moderated or controlled by reason.

What is another word for "Unreasoning"?

Other words for "Unreasoning" include fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational and nonrational. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unreasoning" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unreasoning"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unreasoning". Common alternatives include fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational, unreasonable and unsound.

What is the opposite of "Unreasoning"?

Antonyms of "Unreasoning" include logical, rational, reasonable, sound, valid, well-founded and well-grounded. Near antonyms include commonsense, sane, sensible and sober.

How do you use "Unreasoning" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unreasoning" in a sentence: "an unreasoning argument based on some false assumptions".

Is "Unreasoning" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unreasoning" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unreasoning"?

"Unreasoning" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈrēz-niŋ/ and divided into syllables as un·rea·son·ing.

What is the origin of the word "Unreasoning"?

First known use: 1677.