SENSE OF DIRECTION Synonyms
There are 9 hypernyms of the phrase sense of direction. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for SENSE OF DIRECTION
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compass | nounn | |||||||
noun • navigational instrument for finding directions • an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: • the limit of capability • drafting instrument used for drawing circles verb • bring about; accomplish • travel around, either by plane or ship • get the meaning of something | ||||||||
discernment | nounn | |||||||
noun • the cognitive condition of someone who understands • delicate discrimination (especially of esthetic values) • perception of that which is obscure • the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations • the trait of judging wisely and objectively | ||||||||
guidance | nounn | |||||||
noun • something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action • the act of guiding or showing the way • the act of setting and holding a course | ||||||||
instinct | nounn | |||||||
noun • inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli adjective satellite • (followed by `with') deeply filled or permeated | ||||||||
intuition | nounn | |||||||
noun • instinctive knowing (without the use of rational processes) • an impression that something might be the case | ||||||||
orientation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of orienting • an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs • position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions • a predisposition in favor of something • a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships • a course introducing a new situation or environment | ||||||||
perception | nounn | |||||||
noun • the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept • a way of conceiving something • the process of perceiving • knowledge gained by perceiving • becoming aware of something via the senses | ||||||||
bearings | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
adjective • (of a structural member) withstanding a weight or strain noun • relevant relation or interconnection • the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies • dignified manner or conduct • characteristic way of bearing one's body • heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield • a rotating support placed between moving parts to allow them to move easily |