How Do You Spell UNREASON?

Pronunciation: [ʌnɹˈiːzən] (IPA)

The word "unreason" is spelled with a prefix "un-" and a root "reason". The "un-" prefix means "not" or "opposite of", which changes the meaning of the root word "reason" from a logical or sensible thought process to lack of reason or irrationality. The IPA phonetic transcription for "unreason" is /ʌnˈriːzn/, with emphasis on the first syllable and a long "ee" sound in the second syllable. The spelling of the word is straightforward, with each letter representing a distinct sound.

UNREASON Meaning and Definition

  1. Unreason is a noun referring to the absence of reason or rationality, often associated with illogical thinking, irrational behavior, or a lack of logic in arguments or decisions. It encompasses actions or ideas that are contrary to logic, common sense, or sound reasoning. Unreason can manifest as a refusal to accept evidence, facts, or data that contradicts one's beliefs, as well as a disregard for coherent explanations.

    In human behavior, unreason may be seen as erratic, impulsive, or uncontrolled actions lacking justification or objective thought. It implies a departure from rationality, resulting in illogical or unreasonable conclusions. It can also refer to emotions and choices that defy traditional expectations or societal norms, contributing to a sense of unpredictability or instability.

    The concept of unreason can extend beyond individual behavior to societal or cultural phenomena. It can describe patterns of thought or collective actions that lack coherence or rationality within a given context. For example, the rejection of scientific consensus or the denial of overwhelming evidence could be perceived as manifestations of unreason.

    In summary, unreason denotes a state or instance in which rationality, logical thinking, or valid reasoning is absent from human behavior, ideas, decisions, or actions. It signifies a departure from reason, often resulting in illogical or irrational beliefs, behaviors, or conclusions.

Common Misspellings for UNREASON

Etymology of UNREASON

The word "unreason" can be traced back to its Latin origin. It ultimately comes from the Latin word "inratio" which means "irrational". This Latin word is a combination of the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and "ratio" meaning "reason". Over time, "inratio" evolved into "unreason" in English, retaining the same meaning of lacking or being contrary to reason.

Similar spelling words for UNREASON

Plural form of UNREASON is UNREASONS

Conjugate verb Unreason

CONDITIONAL

I would unreason
you would unreason
he/she/it would unreason
we would unreason
they would unreason

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be unreasoning
you would be unreasoning
he/she/it would be unreasoning
we would be unreasoning
they would be unreasoning

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have unreason
you would have unreason
he/she/it would have unreason
we would have unreason
they would have unreason

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been unreasoning
you would have been unreasoning
he/she/it would have been unreasoning
we would have been unreasoning
they would have been unreasoning

FUTURE

I will unreason
you will unreason
he/she/it will unreason
we will unreason
they will unreason

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be unreasoning
you will be unreasoning
he/she/it will be unreasoning
we will be unreasoning
they will be unreasoning

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have unreasoned
you will have unreasoned
he/she/it will have unreasoned
we will have unreasoned
they will have unreasoned

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been unreasoning
you will have been unreasoning
he/she/it will have been unreasoning
we will have been unreasoning
they will have been unreasoning

IMPERATIVE

you unreason
we let´s unreason

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to unreason

PAST

I unreasoned
you unreasoned
he/she/it unreasoned
we unreasoned
they unreasoned

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was unreasoning
you were unreasoning
he/she/it was unreasoning
we were unreasoning
they were unreasoning

PAST PARTICIPLE

unreasoned

PAST PERFECT

I had unreasoned
you had unreasoned
he/she/it had unreasoned
we had unreasoned
they had unreasoned

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been unreasoning
you had been unreasoning
he/she/it had been unreasoning
we had been unreasoning
they had been unreasoning

PRESENT

I unreason
you unreason
he/she/it unreasons
we unreason
they unreason

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am unreasoning
you are unreasoning
he/she/it is unreasoning
we are unreasoning
they are unreasoning

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

unreasoning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have unreasoned
you have unreasoned
he/she/it has unreasoned
we have unreasoned
they have unreasoned

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been unreasoning
you have been unreasoning
he/she/it has been unreasoning
we have been unreasoning
they have been unreasoning

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