sanity (ˈsænɪtɪ
)
Definitions
noun
- the state of being sane
- good sense or soundness of judgment
Word Origin
C15: from Latin sānitās health, from sānus healthySynonyms
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common sense,
sense,
good sense
rationality,
level-headedness,
judiciousness,
soundness of judgment
Usage examples
Think about work, never think about home, that way sanity lies.
, NOTHING TO WEAR AND NOWHERE TO HIDE: A Collection of Short Stories (2002)Bonfire of our sanity Safety regulations have taken the sparkle out of fireworks night.
Spiked (2004)And getting the legs bound in real good so they don't drag is an important factor if you want to preserve your sanity.
Edmonton Sun (2003)John Bercow, shadow Treasury chief secretary, questioned Mr Hain's good sense and even his sanity.
Glasgow Herald (2002)Angela or no Angela, she couldn't have stayed with Arthur and held on to her sanity.
, WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS (2002)