SENSE | Definition and Meaning

Definition of Sense

Sense

sen·se

Definition/Meaning

(noun)

A feeling or perception, especially a intuitive one.

e.g. She had a sense of unease when walking alone at night.

(noun)

a realistic and reasonable approach to problems and situations, an attitude of being sane and stable and showing good judgement;

e.g. She had the sense to check the map to make sure they didn't lose their way. There is no sense in worrying about the issue now, since it too late to do anything.

(noun)

a feeling or awareness of something being the case, for example an impression of one's own state or an idea of the importance or presence of something;

e.g. I had the sense that he didn't like me. They felt a sense of calm wash over them when they reached home. I admire your sense of humor and your ability to make people laugh.

(noun)

a meaning, especially the specific meaning being expressed in a particular situation;

e.g. I wasn't sure of which sense he meant in his words, so I asked him to clarify.

(verb)

to perceive something using a capacity such as sight, hearing, touch, taste, or smell;

e.g. Even if a person is blind, they may be able to sense bright lights or the vague shapes of things.

(verb)

to feel something or become aware of it, often without knowing how;

e.g. I could sense that they were getting bored, so I skipped to the most interesting part of my story.