rationalization
//ˌræʃənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən//
Noun
rationalizationSingular
rationalizationsPlural
1
The process of constructing a logical justification for a decision or action that was originally made for different, often unconscious, reasons.
His explanation for buying the expensive car was just a rationalization for his impulsive decision.
2
The reorganization of a business or system to make it more efficient or logical.
The rationalization of the company's operations led to significant cost savings.
3
In mathematics, the process of eliminating radicals from an expression.
Rationalization of the denominator is a common technique in algebra.