Rationalize
tr. v. To provide a rational basis for something
sentences
Caroline in Vampire Diaries rationalized that she had done wrong and she did not want anyone to try to make her feel better.
Gretchen in Mean girls rationalized that she is better than everyone else and that she is more popular than everyone else.
Synonyms
reason, think, justify
Antonyms
accuse, avenge, develop
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