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Definition of sane

sane

/seɪn/
sane
Adverb:sanely
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• adjective

1

Of sound mind; mentally healthy and free from severe psychological disorder or delusion.

Example

"The court-appointed psychiatrist determined that the defendant was legally sane at the time of the offense."

2

Showing good judgment, moderation, and common sense; reasonable and practical.

Example

"After hours of heated debate, the committee finally agreed on a sane and workable compromise."

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sanford
sangay

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin sanus, meaning 'healthy, whole, or sound of mind,' which is also the root of words like 'sanity' and 'sanitation.'

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sane. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sane
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