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- There are 33 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word sensible, 13 of which are labelled obsolete.
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What does the word sensible mean? There are 33 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word sensible, 13 of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. sensible has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
based on or acting on good judgment and practical ideas or understanding: a sensible answer / approach / compromise / option. a sensible person. I think the sensible thing to do is call and ask for directions. It would be sensible to take an umbrella.
SENSIBLE meaning: 1. based on or acting on good judgment and practical ideas or understanding: 2. Sensible clothes…. Learn more.
3 days ago · 1. having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment. a sensible young woman. 2. (usually fol. by of) cognizant; keenly aware. sensible of his fault. 3. significant in quantity, magnitude, etc.; considerable; appreciable. a sensible reduction in price.
/ˈsensəbl/ (of people and their behaviour) able to make good judgements based on reason and experience rather than emotion; practical. She's a sensible sort of person. I think that's a very sensible idea. I think the sensible thing would be to take a taxi home. Say something sensible. a sensible approach/decision/solution/option.
4 days ago · 1. having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment. a sensible young woman. 2. (usually fol. by of) cognizant; keenly aware. sensible of his fault. 3. significant in quantity, magnitude, etc.; considerable; appreciable. a sensible reduction in price.
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