| sound practical judgment that is independent of specialized knowledge, training, or the like; normal native intelligence. |
aísthēsis
| common sense n. Sound judgment not based on specialized knowledge; native good judgment. [Translation of Latin sēnsus commūnis, common feelings of humanity.] |
(1776) A pamphlet written by Thomas Paine that called for the United States to declare independence from Britain immediately. Written in a brisk and pungent style, Common Sense had a tremendous impact and helped to persuade many Americans that they could successfully wage a war for their independence.
