Common sense

/kˈɒmən sˈɛns/

/kˈɑːmən sˈɛns/

[noun]

Common sense

[NOUN]

the ability to make sound judgments and think in a practical way

synonyms : good sense

What does "common sense" mean?

Common sense refers to the ability to use practical and logical thinking to make good decisions in everyday life. It means understanding what is reasonable and what is not, and using basic knowledge and experience to make judgments and solve problems. Common sense helps people to navigate daily situations and make decisions based on what is most sensible and practical. It is an important skill to have and can be applied to a variety of situations, from personal relationships to work settings to financial decisions.

Examples

1. Let's hope that common sense prevails and they find a happy medium.

2. This is an argument that seems to fly in the face of common sense.

3. Rule number six, rely on common sense.

4. None of them really have common sense.