clearheaded

[ kleer-hed-id ]

adjective

1. having or showing an alert mind.

Other Words From

• clearheaded·ly adverb
• clearheaded·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of clearheaded¹

First recorded in 1700–10; clear + head ( def ) + -ed ³( def )

Example Sentences

In Chay Yew’s clearheaded production, with an excellent cast, the touching opera had little trouble making its impact at the performance on Saturday evening.

From New York Times

“I’ve never felt stronger or more clearheaded about my priorities and mission.”

From Seattle Times

But her particular perspective — at once clearheaded, thoughtful, vulnerable and open to desire — comes through.

From New York Times

I profusely thanked them, but am glad my friend who was with me was more clearheaded and offered them a cash tip.

From Seattle Times

When a superstorm sets off a chain of events that erodes society, the parents drink and take ecstasy but the kids — teens — remain clearheaded.

From New York Times