sensibly

Variant of sensible

sensible definition

sen·sible (sen′sə bəl)

adjective

  1. that can cause physical sensation; perceptible to the senses
  2. perceptible to the intellect
  3. easily perceived or noticed; marked; striking; appreciable
  4. having senses; capable of receiving sensation; sensitive
  5. having appreciation or understanding; emotionally or intellectually aware sensible of another's grief
  6. having or showing good sense or sound judgment; intelligent; reasonable; wise

Etymology: ME < MFr < L sensibilis < sensus, pp. of sentire, to feel, sense

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