heypolyglot
Italian

razionalizzazione

/rat.tsjo.na.lid.dzaˈtsjo.ne/noun · feminineC2
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Meaning

rationalization

  • the reorganization of a system or process to make it more efficient or economical
  • the act of justifying an action or belief with plausible reasons (psychology)

In a sentence

La razionalizzazione delle spese ha migliorato il bilancio aziendale.

The rationalization of expenses improved the company budget.

Il ministero ha avviato un piano di razionalizzazione degli uffici.

The ministry launched a rationalization plan for its offices.

La sua spiegazione era solo una razionalizzazione psicologica.

His explanation was merely a psychological rationalization.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
razionalizzazionefeminine · singular
razionalizzazionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • In business and administration, it often implies cost-cutting, restructuring, or workforce reduction.

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