The Opposite(Antonym) of “crazy”
The antonyms of crazy are sane, rational, and reasonable. The antonyms sane, rational, and reasonable convey a state of soundness of mind, judgment, or logic. It implies a lack of irrationality, madness, or absurdity.
Explore all Antonyms of “crazy”
Definitions and Examples of sane, rational, reasonable
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a sound mind; not mentally ill or deranged.
Example
The doctor confirmed that he was sane and did not require any medication.
Based on reason or logic; sensible or reasonable.
Example
It is rational to save money for emergencies rather than spending it all at once.
Fair and sensible; based on good judgment.
Example
The teacher gave the students a reasonable amount of homework that they could complete in a day.
Key Differences: sane vs rational vs reasonable
- 1Sane refers to a person's mental health, while rational and reasonable refer to a person's thinking or behavior.
- 2Rational implies a logical and sensible approach, while reasonable implies fairness and good judgment.
- 3Sane is an absolute term, while rational and reasonable are gradable terms.
Effective Usage of sane, rational, reasonable
- 1Discuss Mental Health: Use sane to describe a person's mental state.
- 2Express Logical Thinking: Use rational to describe a logical and sensible approach.
- 3Negotiate Fairly: Use reasonable to describe a fair and just decision.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Sane describes a person's mental health, rational implies a logical and sensible approach, and reasonable implies fairness and good judgment. Use these words to discuss mental health, express logical thinking, and negotiate fairly.
