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Rationale vs Guideline - What's the difference?

rationale | guideline |

As nouns the difference between rationale and guideline

is that rationale is an explanation of the basis or fundamental reasons for something while guideline is a non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.

rationale

English

Noun

(wikipedia rationale) (en noun)
  • an explanation of the basis or fundamental reasons for something
  • a justification or rationalization for something
  • a liturgical vestment worn by Christian bishops of various denominations

    • Synonyms

    * (explanation) , rationalization * (justification)

    Anagrams

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    guideline

    English

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
    • He considered the Ten Commandments more a guideline than a requirement.
  • A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.
  • A light line, used in lettering, to help align the text.

    • Synonyms

    * (non-specific rule) rule of thumb * (plan or explanation) rule of thumb