Sensible: meaning, definitions and examples

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sensible

 

[ หˆsษ›nsษชb(ษ™)l ]

Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

in decision making

Having or showing good sense or judgment; reasonable or wise.

Synonyms

judicious, logical, practical, reasonable, wise.

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Word Description / Examples
sensible

Appropriate to use when describing decisions or actions that show good sense and sound judgment.

  • It was sensible to bring an umbrella, considering the weather forecast.
  • Wearing comfortable shoes for a long walk is a sensible idea.
practical

Ideal for situations that emphasize functionality, usefulness, or the pragmatic aspects of decisions or actions.

  • A practical solution to the storage problem is to install more shelves.
  • She prefers practical gifts that she can use daily.
reasonable

Useful for describing actions or thoughts that are fair and sensible, or expectations that are not too extreme.

  • It's reasonable to expect some delays due to the weather.
  • He offered a reasonable explanation for his tardiness.
logical

Appropriate when referring to clear, rational thinking based on reason or facts.

  • His argument was logical and easy to follow.
  • Solving the puzzle required a logical approach.
wise

Best used when emphasizing decisions or actions that reflect deep knowledge, experience, and good judgment.

  • Seeking advice from experienced mentors was a wise decision.
  • It is wise to save money for emergency situations.
judicious

Best used when highlighting careful thought and deliberation in making decisions, often implying wisdom and fairness.

  • The judge made a judicious decision that balanced justice with compassion.
  • Investing in a diverse portfolio is a judicious way to manage your finances.

Examples of usage

  • He made a sensible decision to save money for the future.
  • It is sensible to wear a helmet while riding a bike.
Context #2 | Adjective

in relation to feelings or emotions

Perceptible by the senses or the mind.

Synonyms

apparent, discernible, noticeable, palpable, perceptible.

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Word Description / Examples
sensible

Use this word when referring to something that shows good judgment or practical sense.

  • It is sensible to save money for emergencies.
  • Making a sensible choice can save you a lot of trouble.
perceptible

Use this word for something that can be noticed or detected by the senses or the mind.

  • There was a perceptible difference in her mood.
  • The sound was barely perceptible over the noise of the engine.
discernible

Use this word to describe something that can be noticed or recognized, though it might require some effort or attention.

  • There was a discernible improvement in his behavior.
  • The difference in quality was barely discernible.
noticeable

Use this word to describe something that is easily seen or detected.

  • Her new haircut was immediately noticeable.
  • There was a noticeable change in the weather.
apparent

Use this word when something is clear or obvious to understand, often at first glance.

  • It was apparent that she was upset about something.
  • The error was apparent to everyone in the meeting.
palpable

This word is best used when something is so clear that it almost feels as though it can be touched or physically felt.

  • There was a palpable tension in the room during the argument.
  • The excitement of the crowd was almost palpable.

Examples of usage

  • The perfume had a sensible floral fragrance.
  • She had a sensible feeling of unease.

Translations

Translations of the word "sensible" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sensรญvel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฎเคเคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช vernรผnftig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ masuk akal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทัƒะผะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rozsฤ…dny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ณขๆ˜Žใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท raisonnable

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sensato

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท akฤฑllฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜„๋ช…ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุงู‚ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rozumnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rozumnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ˜Žๆ™บ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razumen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skynsamur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›ั‹ะปะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aฤŸฤฑllฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sensato

Etymology

The word 'sensible' originated from the Latin word 'sensibilis', which means 'capable of perception'. Over time, it evolved to its current meaning of having good sense or judgment. The term has been in use since the 14th century and has remained a common word in the English language due to its practical and versatile nature.

See also: desensitized, hypersensitivity, insensibility, insensible, insensitive, nonsense, nonsensical, nonsensically, sensation, sensational, sensations, sense, senseless, senselessly, sensibility, sensibly, sensitive, sensitivity, sensor, sensory, sensual, sensuous.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,024 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.