sense (Meaning)
sense (n)
a general conscious awareness
the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted
the faculty through which the external world is apprehended
sound practical judgment
a natural appreciation or ability
sense (v)
perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles
detect some circumstance or entity automatically
become aware of not through the senses but instinctively
comprehend
sense (v. t.)
A faculty, possessed by animals, of perceiving external objects by means of impressions made upon certain organs (sensory or sense organs) of the body, or of perceiving changes in the condition of the body; as, the senses of sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. See Muscular sense, under Muscular, and Temperature sense, under Temperature.
Perception by the sensory organs of the body; sensation; sensibility; feeling.
Perception through the intellect; apprehension; recognition; understanding; discernment; appreciation.
Sound perception and reasoning; correct judgment; good mental capacity; understanding; also, that which is sound, true, or reasonable; rational meaning.
That which is felt or is held as a sentiment, view, or opinion; judgment; notion; opinion.
Meaning; import; signification; as, the true sense of words or phrases; the sense of a remark.
Moral perception or appreciation.
One of two opposite directions in which a line, surface, or volume, may be supposed to be described by the motion of a point, line, or surface.
To perceive by the senses; to recognize.
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sense Sentence Examples
- The scientist conducted an **experiment** to test his hypothesis.
- The **experiment** yielded unexpected results.
- The **experience** of skydiving was exhilarating.
- With **experience**, the surgeon became more proficient.
- The **experiment** was a dismal **failure**.
- The **failure** of the project was due to technical difficulties.
- The **fortune** smiled upon the lottery winner.
- The gambler had a **fortune** in chips on the table.
- The **fortune** teller predicted a bright future for me.
- The **fortune** cookie contained a wise saying.
FAQs About the word sense
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The scientist conducted an **experiment** to test his hypothesis.
The **experiment** yielded unexpected results.
The **experience** of skydiving was exhilarating.
With **experience**, the surgeon became more proficient.
