Logic & Wisdom

a person's ability to make good judgments and behave sensibly

He may not have a college degree, but he's got plenty of horse sense.

(of an argument, theory, etc.) to be believable or supported by evidence

I'm not convinced by his explanation; it just doesn't hold water.

a person's ability to learn or understand something

Try using your grey matter and you might find the answer.

natural or instinctive intelligence and common sense that comes from personal experience and intuition rather than formal education or training

Her mother wit guided her through many challenging situations in life.

to speak in a clear and reasonable manner

Please, talk sense!Your argument doesn't hold up under scrutiny.

the mental state of actively engaging in thought or problem-solving, often with an emphasis on creativity or generating ideas

Time to put on your thinking cap and brainstorm some innovative solutions.

a young person or a child who talks and behaves like an older or more experienced person would

Sarah may be only 20, but she handles her responsibilities at work with the maturity of a wise head on young shoulders.