Definition

Noun: 1. The quality of being reasonable, practical, and showing good judgment: Sensibleness refers to the characteristic of having or showing sound sense, rationality, and a practical approach to situations. It implies a level of wisdom and appropriateness in thought and action.

Usage

Sensibleness is used to describe a person's character, a decision, an argument, or a course of action. It is a formal or semi-formal term that highlights the presence of common sense and logical thinking. - It is often used in contexts discussing personal qualities, management, or planning. - It is typically an uncountable noun.

Examples

• The sensibleness of her financial advice saved the company from bankruptcy.
• I admire the sensibleness with which he handled the family crisis.
• The plan was praised for its sheer sensibleness and attention to detail.
• His proposal lacked sensibleness and was quickly dismissed by the committee.

Advanced Usage

• "A model of sensibleness": Used to describe someone or something that perfectly exemplifies reasonable and practical behavior.
  • In a time of panic, the captain remained a model of sensibleness.
• "An air of sensibleness": Suggests that someone projects or appears to have this quality.
  • Despite her youth, she carried an air of sensibleness that reassured her clients.

Variants and Related Words

• Sensible (adj): Having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment.
  • She made a very sensible decision.
• Sensibly (adv): In a sensible or reasonable manner.
  • He sensibly chose to save his money.

Synonyms

• Reasonableness: The quality of being based on good sense.
• Prudence: The quality of being cautious and having good judgment for the future.
• Wisdom: The quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
• Practicality: The quality of being suited for real-world use or action.

Antonyms

• Foolishness: Lack of good sense or judgment.
• Irrationality: The quality of not being logical or reasonable.
• Imprudence: Lack of caution or wisdom in practical affairs.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• "To see the sensibleness of something": To recognize or understand the logic and practicality of a plan or idea.
  • Once he explained it, I could see the sensibleness of his approach.
• "A voice of sensibleness": A person or opinion that represents a reasonable and practical viewpoint, often in contrast to more extreme views.
  • Amidst the heated debate, her calm analysis was a welcome voice of sensibleness.

Noun

1. the quality of showing good sense or practical judgment