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[()·くつ()]
rikutsu
noun

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rikutsu

English Meaning(s) for 理屈

noun
  1. theory; reason

Definition and Synonyms for 理屈

Logic the principles that guide reasoning within a given field or situation
Synonyms: ロジック, 理屈, 理論, 論理
Theory a belief that can guide behavior
Synonyms: セオリー, 理屈, 理論,
Reason an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon
Synonyms: かど, せい, わけ, わけあい, 一理, 事由, 原由, 安い, , 成因, 所以, 所為, 根拠, 理屈, 理由, , 由来, 由縁, 筋合, 節理, 言う, , 訳柄, 謂れ, 道理
Reason a rational motive for a belief or action
Synonyms: せい, わけ, わけあい, 事情, 事由, 所以, 所為, 根拠, 理屈, 理由, , 筋合, , 訳柄

Meanings for each kanji in 理屈

» logic; arrangement; reason; justice; truth
» yield; bend; flinch; submit

Categories 理屈 is a member of

Principle a basic truth or law or assumption
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Belief any cognitive content held as true
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Account a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
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Rational Motive a motive that can be defended by reasoning or logical argument
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Sample Sentences for 理屈

He is too wise not to see the reason.
His explanation doesn't make sense at all.
I was completely taken aback by her reasoning.
She knows poverty only in the abstract.
We can hardly settle things by theory alone.

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