commonsensible

adjective

Definition of commonsensiblenext
as in reasonable
based on sound reasoning or information she takes a commonsensible approach to child rearing, blithely ignoring what the so-called experts suggest

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commonsensible
  1. reasonable
  2. logical
  3. good
  4. valid
  5. sensible
  6. reasoned
  7. rational
  8. solid
Adjective
  • The example demonstrates how an owner might maintain an attractive base rate while making a reasonable margin through relevant extras.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The three-prospect package going to the Tigers seems like a reasonable price for two months of a pitcher who underwent surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow in May.
    — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • The classical compute needed to interpret the error data—called the syndrome—of a logical qubit is substantial.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Then Saturday, a deluge of rain in the afternoon forced Mayor James Dodge to make the logical but still tough, call to cancel the second day of 23rd running of the Taste of Orland Park.
    — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of logical
Adjective
  • Even the Brewers, the leaders for team ERA, added another good arm just for safe measure.
    — Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Chef Iñigo Lavado spent years hopping between Europe’s best kitchens, including Alain Ducasse and Ferran Adriá, before opening his namesake restaurant in the neighboring city of Irún in 2004.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of good
Adjective
  • An agent holding valid credentials, performing thousands of plausible-looking actions across four days, trips neither alarm.
    — Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The movie taps into what’s noble and valid and genuine about those feelings.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of valid
Adjective
  • Every one of those simplifications is sensible for a proof of concept.
    — Leon Gordon, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The Naturalizer Brie Sandals are a perfect day-to-night pick, thanks to their sensible block heel, strappy leather uppers, and signature contoured footbed.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of sensible
Adjective
  • None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
  • This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.
    — Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2026
Definition of reasoned
Adjective
  • Her mental health afterward Two forensic psychiatrists testified Monday that Clancy appeared clear-headed and rational in the days after the killings.
    — Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Employers must move beyond resilience training, creating transparent, equitable workplaces where effort is rewarded and mistakes are tolerated, ensuring ambition remains a rational choice for diverse talent.
    — Nancy Doyle, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of rational
Adjective
  • Rookie kicker Trey Smack had a solid night, hitting 6-of-7 field goals, and the team introduced live tackling for younger players.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • An open floor plan and exposed solid wood beams set a lovely tone for this beautiful home, as does the vintage wood-burning stove and Dutch-style farm doors.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of solid
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“Commonsensible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commonsensible. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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