common sense

noun

Definition of common sense

:sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts

She's very smart but doesn't have a lot of common sense.

rely on common sense for personal safety

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commonsense

play \ˈkä-mən-ˈsen(t)s\ adjective

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commonsensible

play \ˈkä-mən-ˈsen(t)-sə-bəl\ adjective

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commonsensical

play \ˈkä-mən-ˈsen(t)-si-kəl\ adjective

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commonsensically

play \ˈkä-mən-ˈsen(t)-si-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

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Examples of common sense in a Sentence

You really should go to see a doctor if your leg hurts that much. It's just common sense!
Obey the laws and use common sense when operating your boat.
She's very smart but she doesn't have a lot of common sense.

First Known Use of common sense

1726

common sense Synonyms

Synonyms

discreetness, discretion, gumption [chiefly dialect], horse sense, levelheadedness, nous [chiefly British], policy, prudence, sense, sensibleness, wisdom, wit

Antonyms

imprudence, indiscretion

Near Antonyms

shortsightedness; brainlessness, foolishness, half-wittedness, idiocy, senselessness, stupidity; carelessness, heedlessness; unreasonableness

Synonym Discussion of common sense

sense, common sense, judgment, wisdom mean ability to reach intelligent conclusions. sense implies a reliable ability to judge and decide with soundness, prudence, and intelligence.