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理性
The power of the mind to think, understand, and form judgments by a process of logic. It is often contrasted with instinct or emotion.
Examples in context
感情に流されず理性を保つことが重要だ。
It is important to maintain reason and not be swayed by emotions.
人間は理性を持つ動物であると言われる。
It is said that humans are animals that possess reason.
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