What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reasonable
Example
It's reasonable to expect a refund for a defective product. [reasonable: adjective]
Example
She made a reasonable argument for why we should invest in the new project. [reasonable: adjective]
Example
The restaurant offers reasonable prices for their menu items. [reasonable: adjective]
sensible
Example
It's sensible to wear a helmet when riding a bike. [sensible: adjective]
Example
His suggestion to start the project early was sensible. [sensible: adjective]
Example
She's a sensible person who always thinks things through before making a decision. [sensible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Reasonable is more commonly used than sensible in everyday language, especially in formal contexts. Sensible is more commonly used in informal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between reasonable and sensible?
Reasonable can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while sensible is more commonly used in informal contexts.
