sensible
Translation
sensible, practical, reasonable
Examples
That was a very sensible decision.
That was a very sensible decision.
It's sensible to save money.
It's sensible to save money.
Wear sensible shoes for the long walk.
Wear sensible shoes for the long walk.
Grammar Patterns
a sensible ((noun)) a practical or reasonable (noun) That's a sensible idea.
it is sensible ((to-inf)) it is a good idea (to do sth.) It is sensible to wear a coat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: practical, reasonable, wise; Antonyms: foolish, silly, unreasonable
Etymology
From Latin 'sensibilis' meaning 'perceptible by the senses', later 'having good sense'.
Memory Tips
A 'sensible' person uses their 'sense' (good judgment).