as in stable
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
went to court to prove that her grandmother was no longer compos mentis and needed a legal guardian
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Recent Examples of compos mentis
Second, and more important, while Biden’s voice may be faltering, and some of his sentences rest incomplete, there is little question which candidate is less compos mentis than the other.
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Jack Rakove, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2024
Jack Rakove, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compos mentis
Adjective
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They are thought to promote weight loss by increasing feelings of fullness and supporting more stable blood sugar levels after eating.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
5 Feb. 2025
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Two were taken to Ryder Trauma Center in critical and serious condition; the third is in stable condition.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This lucid and perceptive book is a valuable guide to what is at stake in the ongoing conflict.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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Over the past nine years, he had been evaluated at least nine times — only twice, court records show, was he judged at least temporarily lucid enough to stand trial.—
Kallie Cox,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Instead, enter the address yourself, or use the normal method of clicking on your Google avatar in Gmail, for example.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2025
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The Hornets were proactive in a normal way, unlike the Mavericks.—
J. Robbins, J. Edwards and D. Mayberry,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Experts recommend a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, with a focus on getting enough fiber.—
Gillian Mohney,
Verywell Health,
31 Jan. 2025
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However, experts said more research on fiber and gut bacteria is needed, and recommended eating a balanced diet of whole foods to support gut health.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Now, our risk-taking has to be rational, but everything is a risk.—
Matt Slater,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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His characters are driven by their needs; they’re not driven by rational thinking.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Carson Soucy was healthy scratched for the first time this season, with Elias Pettersson, the defenceman, drawing into the lineup instead.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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The new year is often a time of reflection and planning—a moment to reassess priorities and take steps toward a healthier, more informed future.—
Kara Markley Sterling,
USA TODAY,
2 Feb. 2025
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“Compos mentis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compos%20mentis. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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