"sensible" meaning in English

See sensible in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

IPA: /ˈsensəbl/ [UK] Audio: en-us-sensible.ogg [US] Forms: sensible [positive], more sensible [comparative], most sensible [superlative]
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  1. A sensible person thinks clearly and makes good decisions.
    Sense id: simple-sensible-en-adj-Pl8SKY89
  2. A sensible plan, action, idea, etc. is a good one because it fits the situation well.
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