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sensibly
Variant of sensible
sensible
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sen·sible (sen′sə bəl)
adjective
- that can cause physical sensation; perceptible to the senses
- perceptible to the intellect
- easily perceived or noticed; marked; striking; appreciable
- having senses; capable of receiving sensation; sensitive
- having appreciation or understanding; emotionally or intellectually aware sensible of another's grief
- having or showing good sense or sound judgment; intelligent; reasonable; wise
Etymology: ME < MFr < L sensibilis < sensus, pp. of sentire, to feel, sense
Related Forms:
- sensibly sen′·sibly adverb
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