Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Senses.
How to pronounce senses:
US
Senses - 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"
Senses - 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
"She closed her eyes and relied on her other senses to navigate the dark room."
"The warm breeze carried a pleasant scent that filled his senses."
"His senses heightened as he heard a loud noise in the distance."
"The taste of the exotic dish was a delight to her senses."
"The vibrant colors of the sunset were a feast for the senses."
Word Game Points
Is SENSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, senses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SENSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is SENSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, senses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSENSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is SENSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, senses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSENSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.
