The process through which an individual explains or reinterprets a perceived contradiction between civilisation elements, or between civilisation elements and conduct, in such a way that they once again become compatible with the existing personal civilisation.
- Explanation. Rationalisation may cause apparently contradictory conceptions, norms or conduct to be experienced by the individual as compatible after all. The concept is used descriptively here and not as a synonym for deliberate deception or reasoning according to rational rules.
Occurs in Propositions
Last updated: 3 October 2026