Knowledge & Understanding - Logic & Wisdom

Explore English idioms regarding logic and wisdom with examples like "hold water" and "talk sense".

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[noun]

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

Ex: Sometimes , all you need is a little horse sense to find a solution .

[phrase]

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

Ex: The detective's theory didn't hold water when all the facts were considered.

[noun]

a person's ability to learn or understand something

Ex: The team 's creative ideas demonstrate their exceptional gray matter.

[noun]

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

Ex: She relied on her mother wit to navigate the complexities of the corporate world .

[phrase]

used when one does something even though one knows it is not sensible

Ex: She chose to confront the issue head-on against her better judgment, believing it was the right thing to do.

[phrase]

to speak in a clear and reasonable manner

Ex: When discussing important matters, it's crucial to talk sense and avoid emotional responses.

[noun]

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

Ex: The team pull on their thinking caps to analyze market trends and develop a forward-thinking business plan for the upcoming year .

[phrase]

to start thinking or acting in a way that seems foolish

Ex: I don't know what got into her when she said those outrageous things; it's like she took leave of her senses.

[phrase]

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

Ex: His calm and composed demeanor during the crisis showed that he possesses an old head on young shoulders.

[phrase]

exceptionally wise compared to most people at one's age

Ex: The professor was impressed by the student's essay, noting that it showed wisdom for his years.