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sensible

1 of 1adjective
/ˈsɛnsəbəl/
Forms:more sensible,most sensible
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(of a person) displaying good judgment

  • She’s a sensible friend who always offers sound advice.
  • He’s a sensible person who avoids unnecessary drama.
  • A sensible leader knows when to take calculated risks.
  • A sensible parent balances discipline with compassion.
  • Being sensible, she avoided risky investments.
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able to sense or react to things around

  • The sensible skin detects temperature changes.
  • The sensible parts of the body respond to touch.
  • Some plants are sensible to light changes.
  • The sensible nerves help you feel pain.
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having an instinctive or intellectual awareness of something

  • I am sensible that our project is only in the initial stages, and there's much more to accomplish.
  • The team is sensible that ongoing collaboration is crucial for project success.
  • We are sensible that addressing customer feedback is essential for product development.
  • The manager is sensible that adapting to market trends is crucial for business growth.
  • The team was sensible of the potential risks involved.
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having a focus on function and comfort over style

  • She wore sensible shoes for the long walk.
  • The sensible design of the chair made it ideal for long hours of sitting.
  • His sensible clothing choices ensured comfort throughout the day.
  • They opted for sensible furniture that was both functional and durable.
  • The sensible jacket kept her warm without being overly stylish.