B2
irrational vs unreasonable
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| irrationaladjective/ɪˈræʃ.ən.əl/ | Meaning not based on clear thinking or good reasons | Goes with irrational fear | Example When people are tired, they often make irrational decisions about money. |
| unreasonableadjective/ʌnˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/ | Meaning not fair or sensible, and asking too much of someone | Goes with unreasonable demand | Example It is unreasonable to expect workers to finish this in one day. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
There was an delay in the payment.