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How to Say "reasoned" in Spanish

The Spanish word forreasonedis motivadoB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
adjectiveB2formal
a decision or argument backed by logic
A stack of neatly organized books with a magnifying glass resting on top of a clear document.

Examples

El juez dio un veredicto muy bien motivado.

The judge gave a very well-reasoned verdict.

Su ausencia estaba motivada por razones de salud.

His absence was caused by health reasons.

Presentaron un informe motivado sobre los riesgos.

They presented a reasoned report about the risks.

The 'Cause' Meaning

In formal Spanish, when something is 'motivado por', it simply means it was caused by or triggered by that thing.

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