Associations to the word «Rationalist»

Wiktionary

RATIONALIST, noun. A person who follows the philosophy of rationalism.

Dictionary definition

RATIONALIST, noun. Someone who emphasizes observable facts and excludes metaphysical speculation about origins or ultimate causes.
RATIONALIST, adjective. Of or relating to or characteristic of rationalism; "rationalist philosophy".

Wise words

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