Synonyms for
Sensible
Definition
having or showing good sense or judgment; practical
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- sensible shoes
- sensible decision
- sensible approach
- sensible choice
- sensible person
- sensible advice
- sensible precautions
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Usage note
Often confused with 'sensitive', which means easily affected or showing understanding of others' feelings. 'Sensible' refers to being practical and reasonable.
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Example sentences
- It's sensible to wear a helmet when riding a bike.
- She made a sensible decision to save money for a rainy day.
- He's a sensible person who always thinks things through.
- It's not very sensible to stay out in the rain without an umbrella.
- The sensible thing to do is to ask for help when you need it.
Quotes
Common sense is not so common. - Voltaire
The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. - Socrates
Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change. - Stephen Hawking