rationalization
US /ˌræʃ.ən.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌræʃ.ən.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/

名词
1.
合理化, 辩解
the action of attempting to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate
示例:
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His excuse was a clear rationalization for his laziness.
他的借口是他懒惰的明显合理化。
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She offered a complex rationalization for her decision.
她为自己的决定提供了一个复杂的合理化。
2.
合理化, 精简
the reorganization of a company, process, or system to make it more efficient and logical
示例:
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The company underwent a major rationalization to cut costs.
公司进行了大规模的合理化以削减成本。
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The government proposed the rationalization of public services.
政府提议对公共服务进行合理化。
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