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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Nor is it the way they never concerned themselves with prowling the stage or donning anything other than sensible blazers and jeans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

For many people, taking supplements can feel like a sensible, proactive health habit.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

"Whoever wants to govern has to be sensible," he told reporters earlier Friday, while underlining continuity in economic policy, citing respect for central bank independence and long-standing macroeconomic rules.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

He did it in the most unexpected way: by delivering a thoughtful and sensible speech on the future of American defense policy in Asia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“Quite safe, dear. She is not hurt, and won’t even take cold, I think, you were so sensible in covering and getting her home quickly,” replied her mother cheerfully.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

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