Definitions
- Describing something that makes sense or is reasonable. - Referring to a statement or argument that is logical and coherent. - Talking about a decision or action that is practical and sound.
- Referring to a statement or argument that follows a rational sequence of thought. - Describing a conclusion or decision that is based on reason and evidence. - Talking about a process or system that is consistent and coherent.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that makes sense or follows a rational sequence of thought.
- 2Both words can be used to describe statements, arguments, decisions, and actions.
- 3Both words are associated with reason and coherence.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Sensical is less common than logical and is often considered informal.
- 2Emphasis: Sensical emphasizes practicality and soundness, while logical emphasizes rationality and consistency.
- 3Scope: Logical has a broader scope and can be used to describe systems, processes, and concepts, while sensical is more limited to individual statements, decisions, and actions.
- 4Connotation: Sensical is often associated with common sense and practicality, while logical is associated with formal reasoning and academic contexts.
Remember this!
Sensical and logical are synonyms that describe something that makes sense or follows a rational sequence of thought. However, sensical is less common and informal, emphasizing practicality and soundness, while logical is more formal, emphasizing rationality and consistency. Logical has a broader scope and can be used to describe systems and processes, while sensical is more limited to individual statements and actions.
