Sensible

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛnsəbəl/

Definitions of sensible

adjective having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment

Example Sentences

A1 She is a sensible girl who always makes good decisions.

A2 It is sensible to wear a coat when it's cold outside.

B1 It would be sensible to save some money for emergencies.

B2 The company made a sensible decision to invest in new technology.

C1 His sensible approach to problem-solving impressed his colleagues.

C2 The politician's sensible policies gained widespread support from the public.

Examples of sensible in a Sentence

formal It is sensible to consider all the options before making a decision.

informal I think it would be sensible to bring an umbrella, just in case it rains.

slang Dude, it's just not sensible to skip class like that.

figurative In life, it's always sensible to listen to your heart and follow your dreams.

Grammatical Forms of sensible

• past tense: sensed
• plural: sensibles
• comparative: more sensible
• superlative: most sensible
• present tense: senses
• future tense: will sense
• perfect tense: have sensed
• continuous tense: is sensing
• singular: sensible
• positive degree: sensible
• infinitive: to sense
• gerund: sensing
• participle: sensing

Origin and Evolution of sensible

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'sensible' originated from the Latin word 'sensibilis', which is derived from the verb 'sentire' meaning 'to feel'.

Evolution of the word: Originally, 'sensible' was used to describe something capable of being perceived by the senses. Over time, it evolved to also mean practical, reasonable, and having good judgment.