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SENSE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Sense.

How to pronounce sense:

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Sense - as a noun

A general conscious awareness

Example: "A sense of security"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
awarenesscognisancecognizanceconsciousnessknowingness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted

Example: "The dictionary gave several senses for the word"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
signified
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
importmeaningsignificancesignification
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The faculty through which the external world is apprehended

Example: "In the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensationsensory facultysentiencesentiency
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
facultymental facultymodule
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sound practical judgment

Example: "Common sense is not so common"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
common sensegood sensegumptionhorse sensemother wit
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discernmentjudgementjudgmentsagaciousnesssagacity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A natural appreciation or ability

Example: "A keen musical sense"

Sense - as a verb

Perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles

Example: "He felt the wind"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feel

Detect some circumstance or entity automatically

Example: "This robot can sense the presence of people in the room"

Become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

Example: "I sense his hostility"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
smellsmell out

Discern

Example: "I sensed the real meaning of his letter"

Example Sentences

"I have a strong sense of smell."
"She has excellent taste in fashion and a good sense of style."
"His sense of hearing allows him to detect even the slightest noise."
"The artist has a keen sense of color and uses it to create stunning paintings."
"She has a sense of humor that can make anyone laugh."
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Word Game Points

Is SENSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sense is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SENSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is SENSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sense is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SENSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is SENSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sense is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SENSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.

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