reasonable
Translation
reasonable, fair, sensible, moderate
Examples
That's a reasonable price for a new car.
That's a reasonable price for a new car.
She made a reasonable argument.
She made a reasonable argument.
Any reasonable person would agree.
Any reasonable person would agree.
Grammar Patterns
((a reasonable + noun)) a fair/sensible (noun) That is a reasonable price.
((it is reasonable to-inf)) it is fair/sensible to do sth. It is reasonable to ask for more time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fair, logical, sensible; Antonyms: unreasonable, irrational
Etymology
From 'reason' + '-able' (capable of). Literally, 'capable of reason' or 'endowed with reason'.
Memory Tips
If something is 'reasonable', you are 'able' to see the 'reason' behind it.