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)
awareness12cognisance15cognizance24consciousness17knowingness19Hyponyms (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)
signified14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
import10meaning10significance20signification19Hyponyms (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)
sensation9sensory facultysentience11sentiency14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
faculty15mental facultymodule9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sound practical judgment
Example: "Common sense is not so common"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
common sensegood sensegumption13horse sensemother witHypernyms (Closely Related)
discernment16judgement20judgment19sagaciousness16sagacity14Hyponyms (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)
feel7Detect 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)
smell7smell outDiscern
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."
Word Game Points
Is SENSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sense is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordSENSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.
Is SENSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sense is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSENSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.
