Légalrationnelle

Légalrationnelle is a portmanteau term that combines the French word "légal" meaning legal and "rationnelle" meaning rational. It is used to describe actions, decisions, or systems that are perceived as both lawful and justifiable through reason and logic. The concept suggests an alignment between the established legal framework and sound, coherent thinking.

The term is often employed in discussions related to governance, policy-making, and jurisprudence. It implies that a legal outcome or a piece of legislation is not only compliant with existing laws but also makes sense from a pragmatic or ethical standpoint. Conversely, something described as not "légalrationnelle" might be seen as legally permissible but fundamentally illogical or unfair.

Applications of the concept can be found in legal analysis where the justification for a ruling is examined, or in public discourse where citizens evaluate the merits of new laws. It emphasizes the ideal of a legal system that is both effective and understandable to those governed by it. The goal is to achieve a state where what is legal is also, in a broad sense, reasonable and defensible.