Harebrained and Sapient

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Harebrained adjective - Showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment.

Usage example: a harebrained idea to go for a hike in an area where grizzly bear attacks had recently been reported

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Sapient is an antonym for harebrained.

Sapient adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.

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Harebrained is an antonym for sapient.

Nearby Word: sapience

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