Definitions

sensible

[sen-suh-buhl] / ˈsɛn sə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

realistic, reasonable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

astute down-to-earth intelligent judicious logical practical prudent rational sane shrewd sober wise

WEAK

all there attentive au courant aware canny cognizant commonsensical conscious consequent conversant cool discerning discreet discriminating far-sighted having all one's marbles in right mind informed knowing matter-of-fact sagacious sage sentient sound together well-reasoned well-thought-out witting

Antonyms

STRONGEST

excited foolish idiotic ignorant imbecile impractical irrational stupid unintelligent unrealistic unreasonable unsound unwise

WEAK

indiscreet senseless

Example Sentences

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Without sensible reform, the long lines are likely to return.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“The Madison” is Sheridan’s way of proving he understands that women can also, on occasion, be normal, grounded and sensible humans.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

I suspect a majority of the justices will be sensible enough to overturn him here as well.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

As for Leigh, he said he has always been prepared for emergencies, but considers that just being sensible.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

It felt like a sensible alternative to prison, to living like this for the rest of his life.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

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