Meaning of the word "compos mentis" in English
What does "compos mentis" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
compos mentis
US /ˌkɑːm.pəs ˈmen.t̬əs/
UK /ˌkɒm.pɒs ˈmen.tɪs/
Adjective
(especially in legal contexts) sane; in possession of one's faculties
Example:
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The judge ruled that the defendant was not compos mentis at the time of the crime.
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After the accident, he was barely compos mentis for several days.