raisonnables

Raisonnables is the plural form of the adjective raisonnable in French, used to describe people, actions, or policies that display prudence, rationality, or moderation. The term conveys that something adheres to a standard of reason and sensible judgment.

Etymology and usage in grammar: The word comes from raison (reason) plus the suffix -nable. In French, the masculine plural and feminine plural forms are both written raisonnables, with the same spelling but potentially different gendered agreement with the noun they modify.

Common uses: Des personnes raisonnables (sensible people), des mesures raisonnables (reasonable measures), un prix raisonnable (a fair price), une solution raisonnable (a reasonable solution), un compromis raisonnable (a reasonable compromise). In philosophy and ethics, raisonnables can refer to rational agents capable of deliberation or to judgments and policies that align with principles of rationality. In law and public policy, the notion of reasonableness frequently underpins assessments of fairness, practicality, and proportionality, as in tests for actions or rules to be considered raisonnables.

Related concepts: The noun raisonnabilité expresses the quality or state of being reasonable, while autres formes comme raisonner (to reason) and raisonnable (the base adjective) are closely connected in discourse.

Notes: Raisonnables is a general linguistic form rather than a specialized technical term; its exact interpretation depends on context, particularly whether it modifies people, policies, or outcomes.