Pronunciation: /ˈfiːlɪŋ/

Definitions of feeling

noun an emotional state or reaction

Example Sentences

A1 I have a good feeling about this new job.

A2 She couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong.

B1 His feeling of excitement grew as the concert drew nearer.

B2 The feeling of nostalgia overwhelmed her as she walked through her childhood neighborhood.

C1 The feeling of contentment that comes from helping others is unmatched.

C2 His keen sense of feeling allowed him to detect even the slightest changes in temperature.

adjective expressing emotion or sensitivity

Example Sentences

A1 I have a feeling that it will rain later.

A2 She had a feeling of excitement as she opened the gift.

B1 I couldn't shake the feeling of unease throughout the day.

B2 Despite the setbacks, he maintained a feeling of determination to succeed.

C1 The feeling of nostalgia overwhelmed her as she walked through her old neighborhood.

C2 His keen intuition and deep understanding of human nature gave him a unique feeling for people's motivations.

Examples of feeling in a Sentence

formal The patient described a sharp shooting feeling in their lower back.

informal I have a gut feeling that something is not right.

slang I'm catching good vibes and feeling myself today.

figurative She couldn't shake the feeling of being watched, even though she was alone.

Grammatical Forms of feeling

past tense

felt

plural

feelings

comparative

more feeling

superlative

most feeling

present tense

feel

future tense

will feel

perfect tense

have felt

continuous tense

is feeling

singular

feeling

positive degree

feel

infinitive

to feel

gerund

feeling

participle

feeling

Origin and Evolution of feeling

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'feeling' originated from the Old English word 'felan' which means 'to touch or perceive'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'feeling' has evolved to encompass not just physical touch or perception, but also emotional states and sensations.