commonsensible

Thân thiện

A commonsensible person always looks both ways before crossing the street.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Demonstrating sound, practical judgment based on everyday experience: Possessing or showing common sense; characterized by sensible, down-to-earth thinking that is not overly theoretical or complicated.

Usage

The adjective "commonsensible" is used to describe a person, their character, their approach, or their ideas. It emphasizes practicality and a straightforward understanding of what is reasonable and effective in ordinary situations. It is a formal synonym for "sensible" or "practical."

Examples

• Her commonsensible advice was to save money before making a large purchase.
• The manager's commonsensible approach to the problem avoided unnecessary complexity.
• He is a commonsensible leader who focuses on achievable goals.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used to contrast with overly academic, abstract, or ideological thinking. It implies wisdom derived from lived experience rather than formal education alone.
  • The policy was praised for its commonsensible solutions to everyday issues.

Variants and Related Words

• Common sense (noun): Sound practical judgment concerning everyday matters.
• Commonsensical (adjective): Having or showing common sense. (Note: "Commonsensical" is more commonly used than "commonsensible," though both are correct.)
• Sensible (adjective): Chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence; practical.

Synonyms

• Practical
• Sensible
• Down-to-earth
• Reasonable
• Judicious

Antonyms

• Impractical
• Unreasonable
• Foolish
• Imprudent
• Theoretical (when implying a lack of practical application)

Học thuật

Adjective

1. exhibiting native good judgment
   • arrive home at a reasonable hour
   • commonsense scholarship on the foibles of a genius
   • unlearned and commonsensical countryfolk were capable of solving problems that beset the more sophisticated

Từ đồng nghĩa

• commonsense
• commonsensical