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sensational vs sensible
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sensationaladjective/senˈseɪ.ʃən.əl/ | Meaning designed to shock or excite people, often by exaggerating a story; also, extremely good | Goes with sensational headline | Example Some tabloids use sensational headlines to sell more copies. |
| sensibleadjective/ˈsen.sə.bəl/ | Meaning showing good judgment and practical thinking | Goes with sensible thing | Example Wear sensible shoes, because we'll be walking for several hours. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
My aunt always gives me advice about money.