Definitions

of sound mind

[uhv sound mahynd] / əv ˈsaʊnd ˈmaɪnd /

ADJECTIVE

compos mentis

Synonyms

WEAK

all there balanced lucid mentally sound rational sound stable well-balanced

ADJECTIVE

sane

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balanced fair-minded healthy intelligent levelheaded logical lucid normal prudent rational sensible sober wise

WEAK

all there both oars in water commonsensical compos mentis discerning fit having all marbles in one's right mind judicious moderate oriented playing with full deck right right-minded sagacious sage sapient self-possessed sound steady together well

Antonyms

STRONGEST

foolish irrational stupid unbalanced unintelligent unrealistic unreasonable unwise

WEAK

crazy insane unsound unstable

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

And was your grandmother of sound mind at the time?

From MarketWatch

If he does not already have a healthcare proxy or healthcare power of attorney, and your brother is not of sound mind, the courts will appoint one for him.

From MarketWatch

Although Nancy Guthrie is of sound mind, family have said she has physical ailments and uses a pacemaker.

From Los Angeles Times

Although Guthrie is of sound mind, family have said she has physical ailments.

From Los Angeles Times

While she is of sound mind without cognitive issues, Guthrie does have physical ailments that keep her from walking far, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times

of sound mind

Example Sentences

Related Words