sensibly

In rational fashion

Sensibly means in a way that shows good judgment or practical wisdom: She sensibly decided to wait until morning.

It can also mean noticeably or appreciably: The temperature dropped sensibly after sunset.

This second sense is more common in technical or older writing.

prudent

cautiously

In a guarded manner

circumspectly · moderately · frugally · thriftily · conservatively · sparingly · guardedly · providently · watchfully · warily

rational

logically

Through sound reasoning

soundly · analytically · cogently · lucidly · intelligently · levelheadedly · sanely · thoughtfully · systematically · methodically

practical

pragmatically

In a practical manner

feasibly · workably · usefully · serviceably · manageably · conveniently · straightforwardly · hands-on · down-to-earth · no-nonsense

Opposites
rationality/judgment

sensiblyfoolishly

In an unwise manner

stupidly · idiotically · unreasonably · irrationally · unwisely

caution/risk

sensiblyrecklessly

Acting without regard for danger

rashly · carelessly · impulsively · hastily · heedlessly

practicality

sensiblyimpractically

In an unworkable manner

extravagantly · wastefully · unrealistically · fancifully · frivolously

Phrases
Family

sensible, sensibility, insensible, sensibilities, sensibleness, insensibly

Familiarity
Top 50,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G