bon sens

Definitions of bon sens
  1. noun
    the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination
    synonyms: intelligence, raison
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    type of:
    faculté
    one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
  2. noun
    good judgment
    synonyms: discernement
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    types:
    précaution
    judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
    type of:
    jugement, sagacité
    the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations
  3. noun
    sound practical judgment
    synonyms: jugeotte
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    type of:
    jugement, sagacité
    the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations
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