Commonsensical (Adjective)
Meaning
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".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- It's commonsensical to check the weather forecast before planning a trip to the beach.
- The new employee's commonsensical approach to problem-solving quickly earned her the respect of her colleagues.
- In a world of overly complex theories, her commonsensical approach to psychology was a breath of fresh air.
- The doctor's commonsensical advice to get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids helped the patient recover quickly from the illness.
- The politician's proposal to reduce government spending was seen as a commonsensical solution to the country's economic woes.