Pronunciation: /sɛns/
noun a faculty by which the body perceives an external stimulus; one of the faculties of sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch
A1 I have a good sense of direction.
A2 She has a keen sense of smell.
B1 His sense of humor is always appreciated by his friends.
B2 The artist has a unique sense of style that sets him apart from others.
C1 The detective had a strong sense of intuition that helped him solve the case.
C2 Her sense of empathy towards others is what makes her a great leader.
verb to perceive by a sense or senses
A1 I can sense something strange in the air.
A2 She senses that something is wrong.
B1 I sense a change in the atmosphere.
B2 He sensed her presence before she even entered the room.
C1 The detective sensed a clue in the suspect's behavior.
C2 The psychic claimed to sense the spirits in the room.
adjective sensible or reasonable
A1 She has a good sense of humor.
A2 I have a sense of direction, so I rarely get lost.
B1 His sense of responsibility is evident in the way he handles his work.
B2 The artist's sense of color and composition is truly remarkable.
C1 His keen sense of observation allowed him to notice even the smallest details.
C2 The chef's sense of taste and creativity shines through in every dish he creates.
adverb sensibly or reasonably
A1 She walked slowly and with a sense of purpose.
A2 He spoke loudly in a sense of urgency.
B1 The teacher explained the lesson clearly and with a sense of enthusiasm.
B2 The artist painted the masterpiece meticulously and with a sense of precision.
C1 The CEO made decisions confidently and with a sense of authority.
C2 The musician played the complex piece flawlessly and with a sense of mastery.
formal It is important to make sense of the data before drawing any conclusions.
informal I don't understand what he's saying, it doesn't make any sense to me.
slang That joke was so corny, it didn't make any sense at all.
figurative Her painting may not make literal sense, but it conveys a deeper emotional meaning.
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