sanity
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for sanity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of having a healthy, rational mind.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use sanity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
question someone's sanity
lose your sanity
a sense of sanity
Etymology
From Latin sanitas, "health", the same root that gives "sane" and "sanitary".
Full origin of sanity →Frequently asked questions
What does “sanity” mean?
The word “sanity” means the state of having a healthy, rational mind. In plain terms, being mentally sound, or more loosely, having sensible judgement.
How do you pronounce “sanity”?
“Sanity” is pronounced SAN-uh-tee (/ˈsæ.nə.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “sanity” in a sentence?
Here is “sanity” used in a sentence: “Doctors questioned the defendant's sanity.”
What is another word for “sanity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sanity” include buttons, lucidity, lucidness, marbles, mind and saneness.
What is the opposite of “sanity”?
The opposite of “sanity” — its antonyms — are unsanity and insanity.
What part of speech is “sanity”?
“Sanity” is a noun.
Where does the word “sanity” come from?
The word “sanity” comes from Latin. From Latin sanitas, "health", the same root that gives "sane" and "sanitary".
Is “sanity” a common word?
“Sanity” is an uncommon word in modern English.
